By: Cooper Ledford
Cincinnati Basketball- B+ so far
Xavier basketball- B so far
CCU basketball- D+ so far
Kentucky basketball- A+ so far, 14-0, great season going.
Ohio State basketball- A- so far
Cincinnati football- A+, looked good, perdect season, but tough bowl game ahead
Kentucky football- C, looked solid, very average, lost in the Music City Bowl, still a solid season.
Ohio State football- A, great season, worked their way back into the Big Ten, won the title, tough Rose Bowl coming up.
Bengals- A, looking a lot better than last year, AFC North Champions, could be third seed in the AFC.
Reds- D-, close to an F, looked good to start the season, after the All-Start break they collapsed and never got anything going until the last 20 games, when it was too late.
BEST BASKETBALL TEAM OF 2009 (so far)=Kentucky Wildcats
BEST FOOTBALL TEAM OF 2009 (pro and NCAA)=Cincinnati Bengals
BEST BASEBALL TEAM OF 2009 (pro and NCAA)= Ohio State Buckeyes
MOST OVERRATED TEAM of 2009 (SWO team)=Cincinnati Bearcats football
MOST UNDERRATED TEAM of 2009 (SWO team)= Kentucky Wildcats football
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OVER ALL THIS YEAR
BEST TEAM=New York Yankees
Best football team= Indianapolis Colts
Best baseball team=New York Yankees
Most overrated baseball team=Boston Red Sox
Most underrated baseball team=Minnesota Twins
Most overrated football team (NCAA)=Boise State Broncos
Most underrated football team (NCAA)= Wisconsin Badgers
Most underrated NFL team= New York Jets
Most overrated NFL team=Baltimore Ravens
Worst team this year=New Jersey Nets
12.31.2009
Which game will be better, Sugar or Rose Bowl?
By: Cooper Ledford
Some people have asked me, which game will be interesting, the Sugar Bowl (Cincinnati vs. Florida) or the Rose Bowl (Oregon vs. Ohio State)?
My answer to that is the Rose Bowl. Oregon and Ohio State is a great match-up. Oregon has a high-powered offense that can score a lot of points, while the Buckeye's defense is one of the best in the nation, and is ranked first in passing defense and second in rush defense (Texas is first). Oregon loves to run the football, but they will have a hard time against the OSU defensive line.
Cincinnati does not have much of a defense, while the Gators have a great offense, and by offense I mean Tim Tebow. I don't think the Bearcats D is good enough to stop #15 and the Gators. The Bearcats do have a good offense, but I don't think it is good enough to beat Florida.
Now I am going to do a thing where I say who has the advantage on each side of the ball. I will start with the Rose Bowl match-up.
OFFENSE- Oregon has the advantage in offense, Masoli, James, and Blount can all run the ball very well. Masoli also has a great arm and has some great receivers to help him out. Ohio State's offense is still okay, Terrelle Pryor is similar to Masoli, and Dan Herron and Brandon Saine also can be dangerous running backs.
DEFENSE- Ohio State has the advantage in defense. OSU has had three shut-outs this season (Toledo, Illinois, and New Mexico State) and hold opponents to about 12.0 points per game. The most points they have gave up this year is 27, to Navy (31-27 Ohio State won). Oregon does score a lot of points, but with a great run defense, with Cameron Hayward, Thaddeous Gibson etc., they will not be able to do much on the ground. OSU also has a great secondary, with Chekwa, Worthington, and Coleman, Oregon will have a hard time through the air as well.
SPECIAL TEAMS- Both teams are equal on special teams, Ohio State will not have their main punt and kickoff return man, Ray Small. Oregon is okay on punt and kickoffs as well. Ohio State has two great kickers, Devin Barclay and Aaron Pettrey. It is unsure who will be the primary kicker in the game.
Now for the Sugar Bowl (these will be breif)
OFFENSE- Florida, one word, Tebow!
DEFENSE- Without a doubt, Florida has the better defense.
SPECIAL TEAMS- Cincinnati has a better special teams, Jake Rodgers is a great kicker, while Mardy Gilyard can take back both punts and kickoffs.
Some people have asked me, which game will be interesting, the Sugar Bowl (Cincinnati vs. Florida) or the Rose Bowl (Oregon vs. Ohio State)?
My answer to that is the Rose Bowl. Oregon and Ohio State is a great match-up. Oregon has a high-powered offense that can score a lot of points, while the Buckeye's defense is one of the best in the nation, and is ranked first in passing defense and second in rush defense (Texas is first). Oregon loves to run the football, but they will have a hard time against the OSU defensive line.
Cincinnati does not have much of a defense, while the Gators have a great offense, and by offense I mean Tim Tebow. I don't think the Bearcats D is good enough to stop #15 and the Gators. The Bearcats do have a good offense, but I don't think it is good enough to beat Florida.
Now I am going to do a thing where I say who has the advantage on each side of the ball. I will start with the Rose Bowl match-up.
OFFENSE- Oregon has the advantage in offense, Masoli, James, and Blount can all run the ball very well. Masoli also has a great arm and has some great receivers to help him out. Ohio State's offense is still okay, Terrelle Pryor is similar to Masoli, and Dan Herron and Brandon Saine also can be dangerous running backs.
DEFENSE- Ohio State has the advantage in defense. OSU has had three shut-outs this season (Toledo, Illinois, and New Mexico State) and hold opponents to about 12.0 points per game. The most points they have gave up this year is 27, to Navy (31-27 Ohio State won). Oregon does score a lot of points, but with a great run defense, with Cameron Hayward, Thaddeous Gibson etc., they will not be able to do much on the ground. OSU also has a great secondary, with Chekwa, Worthington, and Coleman, Oregon will have a hard time through the air as well.
SPECIAL TEAMS- Both teams are equal on special teams, Ohio State will not have their main punt and kickoff return man, Ray Small. Oregon is okay on punt and kickoffs as well. Ohio State has two great kickers, Devin Barclay and Aaron Pettrey. It is unsure who will be the primary kicker in the game.
Now for the Sugar Bowl (these will be breif)
OFFENSE- Florida, one word, Tebow!
DEFENSE- Without a doubt, Florida has the better defense.
SPECIAL TEAMS- Cincinnati has a better special teams, Jake Rodgers is a great kicker, while Mardy Gilyard can take back both punts and kickoffs.
12.30.2009
Xavier thumps LSU
The Xavier Musketeers were hosting the LSU Tigers, Tuesday. Xavier easily won 89-65. Terrell Holloway had 20 points in Xavier's victory.
Kenny Frease had a solid night with 7 points and 12 rebounds. After struggling in recent games, the Musketeers finally look like they are getting back on track.
Next Xavier will visit Wake Forest on the third, the game will be at 5:30 pm ET and will be on FSN Ohio.
Wall; Cats pound Hartford
By: Cooper Ledford
The Kentucky Wildcats (14-0) were hosting the Hartford Hawks (2-10) on Tuesday. Kentucky was trying to remain undefeated and was preparing for a big game next week versus Louisville. Kentucky pounded the Hawks 104-61. Also Point Guard, John Wall set a school record in assist with 16.
John Wall's performance left coach John Calipari stunned.
"He is a pleaser," Calipari said. "He will defer to his team."
Wall was not the only Wildcat that did good, Darnell Dodson had 19 points and DeMarcus Cousins also had 19 points.
Next UK will take on Louisville, Saturday in Lexington at 3:30 pm ET, the game will be on CBS.
Picture: John Wall celebrates after setting the school record with 16 assist.
12.29.2009
UK falls to Clemson
By: Cooper Ledford
The Kentucky Wildcats were playing in the Gaylord Hotels Music City Bowl on Sunday (12/27/09) against the runner-up in the ACC, the Clemson Tigers. Kentucky ended up losing by 8, but both teams played a great game. Here is how the scoring took place.
To start things off, Morgan Newton connected with Chris Matthews for on UK's first drive to give the Wildcats a 7-0 lead. The Tigers would answer back late in the first quarter when Parker found Ford for a 32 yard touchdown pass, we were tied at 7. In the second quarter, Kentucky would get the lead when Lones Seiber kicked a 39 yard field goal to make it 10-7. Clemson would then take the lead when Jamie Harper ran for a one yard touchdown, the score was 14-10 going into the third quarter. On Kentucky's first drive of the second half, Lones Seiber kicked a 44 yard field goal to make it a one point game, 14-13 Tigers still on top. Clemson would then come up big with C.J Spiller, he ran for an eight yard touchdown to give the Tigers a 21-13 lead. The Clemson defense would put the seal on the envelope when they stopped Newton's run on fourth down, a turnover and Clemson won.
The Kentucky Wildcats were playing in the Gaylord Hotels Music City Bowl on Sunday (12/27/09) against the runner-up in the ACC, the Clemson Tigers. Kentucky ended up losing by 8, but both teams played a great game. Here is how the scoring took place.
To start things off, Morgan Newton connected with Chris Matthews for on UK's first drive to give the Wildcats a 7-0 lead. The Tigers would answer back late in the first quarter when Parker found Ford for a 32 yard touchdown pass, we were tied at 7. In the second quarter, Kentucky would get the lead when Lones Seiber kicked a 39 yard field goal to make it 10-7. Clemson would then take the lead when Jamie Harper ran for a one yard touchdown, the score was 14-10 going into the third quarter. On Kentucky's first drive of the second half, Lones Seiber kicked a 44 yard field goal to make it a one point game, 14-13 Tigers still on top. Clemson would then come up big with C.J Spiller, he ran for an eight yard touchdown to give the Tigers a 21-13 lead. The Clemson defense would put the seal on the envelope when they stopped Newton's run on fourth down, a turnover and Clemson won.
12.27.2009
Bengals clinch AFC North
By: Cooper Ledford
The Cincinnati Bengals (10-5) were hosting the Kansas City Chiefs (3-12) Sunday. The Chiefs had nothing to play for, while the Bengals had a lot to play for. One thing was a win for fallen teammate, Chris Henry. Another reason was to clinch the AFC North Division and go into the playoffs. Cincinnati was successful and won in a close game 17-10, I was at the game and it was a great one, here is how the scoring took place.
To start things off, in the second quarter, Shayne Graham kicked a 29 yard field goal to make it 3-0 Cincy on top. Just before the half, Ryan Succop kicked a field goal for Kansas City, this one from 30 yards out, it was tied at 3 at the half. Cincinnati would then get the lead, in the third quarter when Palmer found Laveranues Coles for the go-ahead touchdown pass, it was 10-3 Bengals on top. The Chiefs would then tie it up early in the fourth when Matt Cassel connected with Tim Castille for a 10 yard touchdown, it was 10-10. With only 2:03 to go in the game, Cincinnati had the ball on third and goal, they wanted a touchdown to get a seven point lead, Palmer was back to pass and connected with Chad Ochocinco for a six yard touchdown pass and Cincinnati had a 17-10 point lead, which was enough to put this one in the books.
The Bengals clinch the AFC North and will travel to the Big Apple to take on the Jets on Sunday at 1:00 PM ET, the game will be on 700 WLW and CBS.
The Cincinnati Bengals (10-5) were hosting the Kansas City Chiefs (3-12) Sunday. The Chiefs had nothing to play for, while the Bengals had a lot to play for. One thing was a win for fallen teammate, Chris Henry. Another reason was to clinch the AFC North Division and go into the playoffs. Cincinnati was successful and won in a close game 17-10, I was at the game and it was a great one, here is how the scoring took place.
To start things off, in the second quarter, Shayne Graham kicked a 29 yard field goal to make it 3-0 Cincy on top. Just before the half, Ryan Succop kicked a field goal for Kansas City, this one from 30 yards out, it was tied at 3 at the half. Cincinnati would then get the lead, in the third quarter when Palmer found Laveranues Coles for the go-ahead touchdown pass, it was 10-3 Bengals on top. The Chiefs would then tie it up early in the fourth when Matt Cassel connected with Tim Castille for a 10 yard touchdown, it was 10-10. With only 2:03 to go in the game, Cincinnati had the ball on third and goal, they wanted a touchdown to get a seven point lead, Palmer was back to pass and connected with Chad Ochocinco for a six yard touchdown pass and Cincinnati had a 17-10 point lead, which was enough to put this one in the books.
The Bengals clinch the AFC North and will travel to the Big Apple to take on the Jets on Sunday at 1:00 PM ET, the game will be on 700 WLW and CBS.
PICTURE: THE SCORBOARD AT PAUL BROWN STADIUM AFTER THE BENGALS WIN. COURTESY: COOPER LEDFORD
12.23.2009
CCU falls to Taylor University
By: Cooper Ledford
The Cincinnati Christian University Eagles were playing the Taylor Trojans, Tuesday. Trojans coach, Paul Patterson was coaching in his 1,000th game.
Taylor easily beat CCU, 79-59. The Trojans held a 35-30 lead at halftime, but responded with a 16-2 outburst to start the second half, ending any hopes of CCU playing the role of spoiler. After Taylor grabbed that lead, they never looked back.
Taylor's Casey Coons lead the team with 14 points. The Eagles were on 33% on shooting, a big part of their loss.
Cincinnati Christian is now 5-8 and Taylor is 9-6.
Next, CCU will go to Celina, Ohio to take on Wright State Lake on the 5th.
The Cincinnati Christian University Eagles were playing the Taylor Trojans, Tuesday. Trojans coach, Paul Patterson was coaching in his 1,000th game.
Taylor easily beat CCU, 79-59. The Trojans held a 35-30 lead at halftime, but responded with a 16-2 outburst to start the second half, ending any hopes of CCU playing the role of spoiler. After Taylor grabbed that lead, they never looked back.
Taylor's Casey Coons lead the team with 14 points. The Eagles were on 33% on shooting, a big part of their loss.
Cincinnati Christian is now 5-8 and Taylor is 9-6.
Next, CCU will go to Celina, Ohio to take on Wright State Lake on the 5th.
12.22.2009
Kentucky reaches milestone first, 2,000 wins.
By: Cooper Ledford
The University of Kentucky Wildcats reached a milestone in all of college basketball, the first program to get to 2,000 wins. Kentucky got W2K over Drexel Monday, December 21, 2009. The score was 88-44, a huge blow out win for UK.
DeMarcus Cousins and Patrick Patterson lead the Cats with 18 points, followed by the WALL, John Wall, who had 16 points. Kentucky grabbed a 9-0 lead to start the game out and never looked back. At halftime, the score was 20-56, UK fans could smell 2,000 wins early. UK is the leader in all-time wins, with of course 2,000, North Carolina follows with 1,992.
Coach Calipari said "We weren't a part of many of those 2,000 wins and we had a job to do and that was drag us across the line before that other blue team got there," "This is a special moment for this program and this state."
Next the Wildcats will host Long Beach State on Wednesday at 1:00 PM ET. The game will be on FSN South.
12.21.2009
Kentucky aims for win number 2,000
By: Cooper LedfordThe Kentucky Wildcats will try to pick up the school's 2,000th win tonight vs. Drexel. After going undefeated so far this season, UK has 1,999 win. UK would become the first NCAA basketball team to get 2,000 wins. North Carolina is right behind the Wildcats with 1,992 wins. Players say that W2K (win 2,000) is not as important as just winning the game. Former basketball players say that it is a great accomplishment for the school, fans, and state.
Bengals, A for effort, but no W to show for it.
By: Cooper Ledford
The Cincinnati Bengals were coming off of a sad situation, the loss of Chris Henry. They were trying to clinch the AFC North, but more importantly, win a game for Chris. It would be tough for them to do so, they were at San Diego to play the Chargers. This game also would determine the second seed in the AFC. The Bengals lose a heart breaker, 27-24 in the final seconds of the game. Here is how.
To start things off, on their opening drive, the Chargers would get a touchdown when Rivers connected with Antonio Gates for a 3 yard score, it was 7-0. Cincinnati would answer back on their drive with a 26 yard field goal by Shayne Graham to make it 7-3. Cincinnati would take the lead when Palmer threw the home run ball to Chad Ochocinco, 49 yard touchdown to give the Bengals a 10-0 lead. After the reception by Ochocinco, he prayed and looked to Heaven and cried, thinking about Chris Henry. Later on, Rivers found Vincent Jackson for a 21 yard touchdown to make the score 14-10. Shayne Graham would then kick a 26 yard field goal to make it 13-14 San Diego on top at the half. The first score of the half was for the Chargers when Rivers and Jackson connected once again, this time for a 34 yard score to give the Chargers a 13-21 lead. The Chargers would get 3 more off of a 33 yard field goal from Nate Kaeding to make it 13-24 at the end of the third quarter. The Bengals would then get a spark going when Laveranues Coles got his hands on a 2 yard touchdown pass from Carson Palmer, the Bengals then went for two. Plamer ran it in himself for the 2-pointer and it was a 21-24 game. The Bengals then tied it up when Graham kicked a 34 yard field goal, 24-24 with 54 seconds left in the game. San Diego then had the ball, after some good pickups, there was only four seconds left, they sent out Nate Kaeding for a long, 52 yard field goal attempt, the kick was good, Kaeding made it look easy, and more importantly, San Diego had a 27-24 lead, which would be the final.
The Bengals did good, Palmer had 314 yards, 2 touchdowns and was 27/40. Now if Cincinnati beats the Cheifs next Sunday, they will clich the division. The game will be at Paul Brown Stadium at 1:00 PM ET and will be on CBS.
The Cincinnati Bengals were coming off of a sad situation, the loss of Chris Henry. They were trying to clinch the AFC North, but more importantly, win a game for Chris. It would be tough for them to do so, they were at San Diego to play the Chargers. This game also would determine the second seed in the AFC. The Bengals lose a heart breaker, 27-24 in the final seconds of the game. Here is how.
To start things off, on their opening drive, the Chargers would get a touchdown when Rivers connected with Antonio Gates for a 3 yard score, it was 7-0. Cincinnati would answer back on their drive with a 26 yard field goal by Shayne Graham to make it 7-3. Cincinnati would take the lead when Palmer threw the home run ball to Chad Ochocinco, 49 yard touchdown to give the Bengals a 10-0 lead. After the reception by Ochocinco, he prayed and looked to Heaven and cried, thinking about Chris Henry. Later on, Rivers found Vincent Jackson for a 21 yard touchdown to make the score 14-10. Shayne Graham would then kick a 26 yard field goal to make it 13-14 San Diego on top at the half. The first score of the half was for the Chargers when Rivers and Jackson connected once again, this time for a 34 yard score to give the Chargers a 13-21 lead. The Chargers would get 3 more off of a 33 yard field goal from Nate Kaeding to make it 13-24 at the end of the third quarter. The Bengals would then get a spark going when Laveranues Coles got his hands on a 2 yard touchdown pass from Carson Palmer, the Bengals then went for two. Plamer ran it in himself for the 2-pointer and it was a 21-24 game. The Bengals then tied it up when Graham kicked a 34 yard field goal, 24-24 with 54 seconds left in the game. San Diego then had the ball, after some good pickups, there was only four seconds left, they sent out Nate Kaeding for a long, 52 yard field goal attempt, the kick was good, Kaeding made it look easy, and more importantly, San Diego had a 27-24 lead, which would be the final.
The Bengals did good, Palmer had 314 yards, 2 touchdowns and was 27/40. Now if Cincinnati beats the Cheifs next Sunday, they will clich the division. The game will be at Paul Brown Stadium at 1:00 PM ET and will be on CBS.
PICTURE: Ochocinco prays after scoring a touchdown, Sunday versus the Chargers. (ESPN)
12.19.2009
Kentucky Gets 1,999th Win vs ASPU
By: Jeremy Mays
John Calipari made history today when he coached the Cats to a 90-69 win over the Austin Peay State Governors. Patrick Patterson, DeMarcus Cousins, and John Wall all played huge games today. Four players scored double figures today; Wall, Patterson, Cousins, and Miller. DeAndre Liggins got the valuable experience he needed today if he is going to play a major role in Kentucky's productivity down the stretch. He played 12 minutes and scored 2 points. Austin Peay played the Cats well for most of the game. They gave a tremendous effort in today's game and will head back to Clarksville to host the Evansville Aces. Kentucky takes on Drexel Monday night on ESPNU seeking to be the first program to reach 2,000 all-time wins.
1st Half UK 49 APSU 35
2nd Half UK 41 APSU 34
Final UK 90 APSU 69
Starters
Patrick Patterson 31 mins, 21 pts, 9 rebs, 3 asts, 1 blk
DeMarcus Cousins 22 mins, 19 pts, 8 rebs
Darius Miller 20 mins, 11 pts, 5 rebs, 2 asts, 1 stl, 2 nlks
Eric Bledsoe 29 mins, 7 pts, 5 rebs, 1 ast
John Wall 34 mins, 17 pts, 4 rebs, 6 asts, 1 stl, 1 blk
Bench
Perry Stevenson 9 mins, 2 pts, 1 ast, 1 blk
Ramon Harris 7 mins, 6 rebs, 1 ast
Darnell Dodson 16 mins, 3 rebs, 1 ast, 3 blks
Mark Krebs 1 min
Josh Harrellson 1 min
DeAndre Liggins 12 min, 2 pts, 1 reb, 1 ast
Jon Hood 1 min
Daniel Orton 17 mins, 6 pts, 4 rebs 2 asts, 1 stl
12.18.2009
Reds Off-Season Update: Transactions
By: Jeremy Mays
Laynce Nix signed a minor league contract today with the Reds and will go into spring training battling for a spot on the 25-man active roster. Jonny Gomes has filed for free agency. The Reds hope to still be able to get a deal done with Gomes even though he's open to all teams to sign anywhere. No worries yet though because the Reds have been in this position a lot over the years with Rich Aurillia, David Weathers, and Jerry Hairston Jr. Former Houston Astros utility player Chris Burke has signed a minor league contract with the Reds hoping to win a roster spot during Spring Training.
12.17.2009
Chris Henry dies.
By: Cooper Ledford
The Cincinnati Bengals are mourning a loss of a very talented Wide Receiver, Chris Henry. Henry died today (December 17, 2009) at 6:36 AM (ET) in a hospital in North Carolina. Henry was in a car accident while is fiancee was driving. Henry and his fiancee were fighting just moments before Henry got injured. Police say that Chris was arguing and was in the bed of a yellow F-150 and was standing, he later on fell out of the back of the truck and was laying on the road. After he was rushed to a hospital, he was suffering life threatening conditions. He was then placed on life support, there was only hope that he would live. Hope was not reality, Henry passed away at the age of 26.
Henry last played against Baltimore in week 9, his last play was a reception, but ended up breaking his arm on the play. Marvin Lewis and other coaches were "worried about what he would do off the field" since he did not have to practice. Henry played 55 games in the NFL, and had 22 touchdowns.
Chris Henry was arrested 5 times since going pro, but in the last year he has stayed out of trouble and was planing to get married in March. Henry was doing everything right recently and was taking care of his children, he never had a chance to live a great life, and now he is gone.
The Cincinnati Bengals are mourning a loss of a very talented Wide Receiver, Chris Henry. Henry died today (December 17, 2009) at 6:36 AM (ET) in a hospital in North Carolina. Henry was in a car accident while is fiancee was driving. Henry and his fiancee were fighting just moments before Henry got injured. Police say that Chris was arguing and was in the bed of a yellow F-150 and was standing, he later on fell out of the back of the truck and was laying on the road. After he was rushed to a hospital, he was suffering life threatening conditions. He was then placed on life support, there was only hope that he would live. Hope was not reality, Henry passed away at the age of 26.
Henry last played against Baltimore in week 9, his last play was a reception, but ended up breaking his arm on the play. Marvin Lewis and other coaches were "worried about what he would do off the field" since he did not have to practice. Henry played 55 games in the NFL, and had 22 touchdowns.
Chris Henry was arrested 5 times since going pro, but in the last year he has stayed out of trouble and was planing to get married in March. Henry was doing everything right recently and was taking care of his children, he never had a chance to live a great life, and now he is gone.
12.14.2009
Yesterday's Crosstown Shootout Declared ESPN Instant Classic
By: Cooper Ledford
CINCINNATI, OH- The Xavier Musketeers (6-3) were hosting the Cincinnati Bearcats (6-2) in the annual Crosstown Shootout. This was great game, X went on to win in double overtime, 83-79.
"Xavier has now won three straight over its crosstown rivals, six of the last eight meetings, eight of the last 11 and 10 of the last 14.
ESPN Classic will air the game on Monday evening at 10:00 p.m. EST, while ESPNU will air the contest at 3:30 a.m. EST Tuesday morning. Jim Barbar and Fran Fraschilla called the action.
Xavier will return to action on Saturday, Dec. 19, when it visits No. 22 Butler. Game time is set for 2:00 p.m. EST and the contest will be televised nationally on ESPN2. Brent Musburger and Bob Knight are the broadcasters this Saturday from historic Hinkle Fieldhouse." Goxavier.com
Here is how the game went. Xavier had as much as a 10 point lead, but UC caught on and tied it up and the game was a close one until the end of regulation, it was tied up. Into overtime, it was more of a defensive game and not many points for either team, at the end of the 1st overtime, it was tied up once again. The game was going into a 2nd overtime. The two teams entered the second OT tied at 74 and Cincinnati once again took an early lead, 79-76, after Yancey Gates connected on a short jumper at the three-minute mark. But in the theme of the night, XU once again answered the bell. Jordan Crawford made one free throw on the ensuing possession and then Holloway made a big play on the defensive end by taking a charge to force a turnover.
Jason Love then slipped the screen, took a feed from Crawford and converted on the open layup. UC's Steve Toyloy missed both of his attempts from the free throw line on the next possession and Love took advantage by making another big shot to give XU the lead for good, 81-79, with 40-seconds to go.
XU held UC without a field goal for the final three-minutes of the second overtime to clinch the win.
The player of the game was Terrell Holloway who had a career-high 26 points, and played a big part in Xavier's win. Jason Love showed some last minute heroics, making the last two buckets in the second overtime.
CINCINNATI, OH- The Xavier Musketeers (6-3) were hosting the Cincinnati Bearcats (6-2) in the annual Crosstown Shootout. This was great game, X went on to win in double overtime, 83-79.
"Xavier has now won three straight over its crosstown rivals, six of the last eight meetings, eight of the last 11 and 10 of the last 14.
ESPN Classic will air the game on Monday evening at 10:00 p.m. EST, while ESPNU will air the contest at 3:30 a.m. EST Tuesday morning. Jim Barbar and Fran Fraschilla called the action.
Xavier will return to action on Saturday, Dec. 19, when it visits No. 22 Butler. Game time is set for 2:00 p.m. EST and the contest will be televised nationally on ESPN2. Brent Musburger and Bob Knight are the broadcasters this Saturday from historic Hinkle Fieldhouse." Goxavier.com
Here is how the game went. Xavier had as much as a 10 point lead, but UC caught on and tied it up and the game was a close one until the end of regulation, it was tied up. Into overtime, it was more of a defensive game and not many points for either team, at the end of the 1st overtime, it was tied up once again. The game was going into a 2nd overtime. The two teams entered the second OT tied at 74 and Cincinnati once again took an early lead, 79-76, after Yancey Gates connected on a short jumper at the three-minute mark. But in the theme of the night, XU once again answered the bell. Jordan Crawford made one free throw on the ensuing possession and then Holloway made a big play on the defensive end by taking a charge to force a turnover.
Jason Love then slipped the screen, took a feed from Crawford and converted on the open layup. UC's Steve Toyloy missed both of his attempts from the free throw line on the next possession and Love took advantage by making another big shot to give XU the lead for good, 81-79, with 40-seconds to go.
XU held UC without a field goal for the final three-minutes of the second overtime to clinch the win.
The player of the game was Terrell Holloway who had a career-high 26 points, and played a big part in Xavier's win. Jason Love showed some last minute heroics, making the last two buckets in the second overtime.
As for the Bearcats, Lance Stephenson had a career-high 22 points and had help from Yancy Gates who had 18 points.
Cincinnati will play next at UAB in a 7 p.m. game on Dec. 16 in Birmingham, Alabama. The game will be televised on CBS College Sports.
Next Xavier will travel to Indianapolis to take on a tough Butler team, that game will be on 19th, at 2:00 PM ET and will be televised on ESPN2.
Next Xavier will travel to Indianapolis to take on a tough Butler team, that game will be on 19th, at 2:00 PM ET and will be televised on ESPN2.
Picture: Terrell Holloway in Xavier double overtime win against rivals, Cincinnati.
12.13.2009
Bengals, no title...yet
By: Cooper Ledford
The Cincinnati Bengals (9-4) were trying to clinch the AFC North title with a win, however they were at the 10-2 Minnesota Vikings. The Bengals were unable to win the game, and since Baltimore beat the Lions (shocker, right) they do not clinch the division yet. Brett Favre and the Vikes beat the Bengals, 30-10. Here is how.
After a scoreless 1st quarter the Vikes started the scoring when Ryan Longwell kicked a 41yard field goal to give Minnesota a 3-0 lead. The Vikes would add on to their lead when Favre connected with Sidney Rice, 9 yards out and Minnesota had a 10-0 lead with 08:45 to go before the half. Cincinnati would answer back when Carson Palmer got it to Chad Ochocinco on a fake reverse route, wide open for 6. Shayne Graham's kick was good, Vikes lead 10-7 with under 4 minutes to go. Later on in the 2nd quarter, Longwell kicked two field goals, one for 23 yards, and one for 44 yards, Minnesota had a nice 16-7 lead at the half.
The Vikings would continue playing well in the 2nd half, to start things off, Adrian Peterson ran it in from 1 yard out, it was 23-7. The Nati would get a field goal early in the 4th quarter, the score was a little closer, still would be hard to catch up, it was 23-10. The Vikings would seal their win when AP ran for another touchdown, the score was 30-10, and that was the final.
Adrian Peterson had a great day, 97 yards on on 26 carries and 2 TD's. Favre had a good day, 17/30, 192 yards, 1 TD, but 1 pick.
Cincinnati did not do well on offence, only 96 yards for Benson. Palmer was 15/25, 94 yards, and 1 TD.
Picture: Adrian Peterson running towards the goal line in the Vikings 30-10 win over the Bengals.
12.12.2009
Crosstown Shootout, tomorrow at 7 ET
By: Cooper Ledford
The Cincinnati Bearcats (6-1) and the Xavier Musketeers (5-3) will play each other in the Crosstown Shootout. XU will host UC in the Cintas Center, the game is set for 7 PM ET and will be on 700 WLW and ESPNU.
Last year, Xavier beat the Bearcats, but this year the #22 ranked UC wants revenge against the unranked Muskies.
The key player for UC will be Yancy Gates. Named to BIG EAST All-Rookie sqaud ... ranked 10th in overall offensive rebounds (2.8) ... ranked 12th in BIG EAST-only play in offensive rebounds (2.47) ... grabbed nine rebounds against Seton Hall (3/7) ... poured in a team-high 14 points and grabbed a game-high tying seven rebounds at USF (3/3) ... collected second double-double of the season with a career-high 22 points and a career-high tying 11 rebounds vs. West Virginia (2/26) ... went 9-of-11 from the field against the Mountaineers and his nine defensive rebounds were a season-high ... recorded 16th double-figuring scoring game vs. No.7/7 Louisville with 10 second-half points ... scored a then season-high 21 points on 8-of-11 shooting vs. St. John's (2/11) and added six rebounds ... named BIG EAST Rookie of the Week for second time on Feb. 9 after averaging 13.0 ppg and 7.5 rpg in wins over Notre Dame and Georgetown ... notched 14th double-figure scoring game of the season with 11 points at Georgetown (2/7) ... came off the bench and scored 15 points and grabbed eight rebounds in 21 minutes of action vs. Notre Dame (2/4) ... scored nine points, snatched seven rebounds, and had two assists at Villanova (2/1) ... added nine points, four rebounds, and had a season-best four blocks vs. No. 25/23 Georgetown (1/28) ... poured in 11 points, his 12th double-figure scoring performance of the season, at St. John's (1/22) ... put in 14 points off the bench, added seven rebounds, and a season-high three assists at Providence (1/19) ... fell one rebound shy of a double-double after scoring 12 points and grabbing nine rebounds vs. No. 5/5 Connecticut (1/10) ... scored 10 points in BIG EAST debut at Marquette (1/4), his fifth double-figure scoring game in the last six contests ... named BIG EAST Rookie of the Week on Dec. 22 after averaging 15.7 ppg and 8.0 rpg in wins over Charleston Southern (12/15), Mississippi State (12/18), and Eastern Kentucky (12/20) ... scored 14 points and snatched eight boards in win over Arkansas-Pine Bluff (12/22) ... put down game-tying dunk with one-tenth of a second left in regulation to send UC to overtime vs. Eastern Kentucky (12/20) ... scored 17 points and grabbed eight rebounds in overtime win vs. Colonels ... scored 12 points and grabbed a game-high nine rebounds vs. Mississippi State (12/18) ... scored a game-high 18 points on 8-of-10 shooting and pulled down seven rebounds vs. Charleston Southern (12/15) ... hit first career 3-pointer vs. the Blazers ... scored 16 points on 7-of-10 shooting and added seven rebounds at UNLV (11/29) ... notched 10 points and six rebounds in win over Western Illinois (11/22) ... registered first career double-double with 16 points and 11 rebounds in collegiate debut vs. South Dakota (11/16), becoming the first freshman to record a double-double in first collegiate game since Dontonio Wingfield (1994-95).
The key player for the Musketeers will be Jordan Crawford. As a FRESHMAN AT IU (2007-08): Carwford Played in 30 games as a freshman, starting eight times...finished seventh among Big Ten Conference freshmen in scoring at 9.7 ppg. while helping Indiana finish 25-8 overall, 14-4 in the Big Ten and advancing to the NCAA Tournament...scored in double figures 15 times as a freshman, including a career-high 21 points in IU's win at Northwestern (2-23-08)...had a near perfect night from the floor at Northwestern, going 6-for-7 overall and 4-for-5 from beyond the arc, while handing out five assists and hitting all five of his attempts at the foul line...IU recorded a 13-2 record when Crawford scored in double figures...got the first start of his collegiate career in a 70-51 win over Kentucky and his older brother, Joe...notched 20 points on 5-of-10 shooting, including 3-of-5 from three-point range while logging 39 minutes against Kentucky (12-8-07)...7-of-11 from the floor against UNC Wilmington for 15 points...had 13 points, six rebounds and four assists against Illinois State...scored 12 points on 4-of-7 shooting and had four rebounds in a win at Iowa...scored 11 points, pulled down seven rebounds, dished out four assists and snagged two steals in 38 minutes in the win at Michigan...had a huge first half in the win at Minnesota, scoring 14 points on 5-of-8 shooting...ended the contest against the Gophers with 16 points and six boards...netted 18 points off the bench, including a pair of clutch overtime threes, in the double overtime win at Illinois...hit four clutch free throws down the stretch in the win over Purdue...had eight points, six boards, a career-high seven assists, zero turnovers and three steals in the win at Ohio State...knocked in 12 points on 5-of-8 shooting, including 2-of-4 from long range, at Michigan State...pulled down a career-high nine rebounds at Penn State...played 29 minutes off the bench in Indiana's 80-65 loss to Xavier in the championship game of the Chicago Invitational Challenge (11-24-07)...basketball coaches: Kelvin Sampson (first 26 games with a 22-4 mark) and Dan Dakich (seven games with a 3-4 mark). PREP SCHOOL (2006-07): Rated as the 11th best post-graduate player in the 2007 recruiting class by Scout.com...played at Hargrave (Va.) Military Academy for Coach Kevin Keatts in the 2006-07 season...averaged 19.9 points, 4.7 rebounds and 8.5 assists.
Kentucky Wins The Battle of The Border VS Indiana
By: Jeremy Mays
The Kentucky Wildcats picked up a huge win for them vs border-rival Indiana Hoosiers. Eric Bledsoe was the star of the show for the Cats today with 23 points( 4 threes). Patrick Patterson was good for another double-double with 19 points and 11 rebounds. Kentucky struggled early on in the game and only held a one point lead at half time. Kentucky opened it up in the 2nd half adding 19 points to their lead by the end of the game. DeAndre Liggins also made his season debut today ending the ongoing speculation as to why he hadn't appeared in a game prior to today. Kentucky now has 1,998 wins. UK's next game will be next Saturday vs Austin Peay State University out of Clarksville, Tennessee. Kentucky remains undefeated(10-0) through arguably the thoughest stretch of games they have in the schedule proving they're as good as advertised. John Calipari has now tied Adolph Rupp for the best start in UK history for a coach in their 1st season
1st Half UK 42 IU 41
2nd Half UK 48 IU 32
Final UK 90 IU 73
Starters
Eric Bledsoe 23 pts, 1 stl, 1 blk, 1 reb, 1 ast
Patrick Patterson 19 pts, 11 rebs, 1 ast
DeMarcus Cousins 14 pts, 8 rebs, 3 blks, 1 stl
John Wall 11 pts, 8 asts, 6 rebs, 1 stl
Darius Miller 7 pts, 4 asts, rebs, 1 blk
Bench
Darnell Dodson 10 pts, 2 rebs, 1 stl
Ramon Harris 4 pts, 6 rebs, 1 ast
Daniel Orton 2 pts, 4 rebs, 2 stls
Jon Hood 1 min
Did Not Play
Josh Harrellson
Mark Krebs
12.11.2009
New Look...
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12.10.2009
Brain Kelly leaves UC
Cincinnati Bearcats football head coach, Brian Kelly has announced that he is, indeed leaving UC and will take over as head coach at Notre Dame. Kelly, who won the Big East Coach of the year, and the National Coach of the year with the Bearcats will not be allowed to coach in the Sugar Bowl, the athletic department at the University of Cincinnati reports. Kelly lead UC to a perfect record 12-0 and to the best Bowl game in school history, also the highest school ranking, at #3.
Many people say that UC football is bigger than he is and the team is WAY more important than he is.
"I thought that he respected the team (UC), but apparently not as much as everybody thought he did. Since he has more respect in money and not a team that he loved, and took to two BCS games, I have no respect in him anymore. I understand that his dream job was coaching for the Fighting Irish, but he is nothing more than a traitor. I wish Brian nothing but failure, or success, and UC and ND play each other in the BCS National Championship, and UC walks all over ND! Goodbye, traitor, we don't want you anymore, we'll be better with out you."--Cooper Ledford
Many people say that UC football is bigger than he is and the team is WAY more important than he is.
"I thought that he respected the team (UC), but apparently not as much as everybody thought he did. Since he has more respect in money and not a team that he loved, and took to two BCS games, I have no respect in him anymore. I understand that his dream job was coaching for the Fighting Irish, but he is nothing more than a traitor. I wish Brian nothing but failure, or success, and UC and ND play each other in the BCS National Championship, and UC walks all over ND! Goodbye, traitor, we don't want you anymore, we'll be better with out you."--Cooper Ledford
12.09.2009
Xavier needs improvemet, loss to Kansas State
By: Cooper Ledford
The Xavier Musketeers traveled to Manhattan, Kansas to play the Kansas State Wildcats. XU looked bad on both sides, ofense and defense. There is no doubt in my mind that Xavier is worse than last year. The Wildcats beat the X-men 71-56.
Sophomores, Brad Redford and Jordan Crawford lead the Muskies in points, both with 16. The leading rebounder for XU was Jamel McLean with seven.
Both teams struggled to get their offense going in the early part of the contest as Xavier (5-3) held the 7-4 margin after a jumper from sophomore Kenny Frease at the 14:08 mark. A three-pointer from Crawford gave XU's its last lead of the first half, 17-16, with 7:12 remaining in the frame.
Outside of a free throw from junior Andrew Taylor, the Musketeers were held scoreless for nearly six minutes until Redford sank two free throws with just over 45 seconds left. Kansas State (8-1) headed into the locker room with a 10-point advantage, 30-20. Six Musketeers had tallied two or three fouls in the first half as XU committed 14 fouls to KSU's nine.
KSU had the lead the rest of the game, and won.
XU is now 5-3, KSU is 8-1. Next up for the X-men will be the Cincinnati Bearcats, Sunday. The game is at 7:00PM ET and will be on ESPNU.
The Xavier Musketeers traveled to Manhattan, Kansas to play the Kansas State Wildcats. XU looked bad on both sides, ofense and defense. There is no doubt in my mind that Xavier is worse than last year. The Wildcats beat the X-men 71-56.
Sophomores, Brad Redford and Jordan Crawford lead the Muskies in points, both with 16. The leading rebounder for XU was Jamel McLean with seven.
Both teams struggled to get their offense going in the early part of the contest as Xavier (5-3) held the 7-4 margin after a jumper from sophomore Kenny Frease at the 14:08 mark. A three-pointer from Crawford gave XU's its last lead of the first half, 17-16, with 7:12 remaining in the frame.
Outside of a free throw from junior Andrew Taylor, the Musketeers were held scoreless for nearly six minutes until Redford sank two free throws with just over 45 seconds left. Kansas State (8-1) headed into the locker room with a 10-point advantage, 30-20. Six Musketeers had tallied two or three fouls in the first half as XU committed 14 fouls to KSU's nine.
KSU had the lead the rest of the game, and won.
XU is now 5-3, KSU is 8-1. Next up for the X-men will be the Cincinnati Bearcats, Sunday. The game is at 7:00PM ET and will be on ESPNU.
12.07.2009
Kentucky To Face Clemson In The Music City Bowl Again
Kentucky faced the Clemson Tigers 3 years ago in the 2006 Music City Bowl with a 28-20 victory. Kentucky will get the chance to repeat history again and try to win a record 4 straight Bowl Games for the first time ever at Kentucky. The game will be played December 27th at 8:30 PM and will be televised on ESPN. The game will be played at LP Field, home of the NFL's Tennessee Titans.
12.06.2009
Bengals, no losing season this year!
By: Cooper Ledford
It's official, the Cincinnati Bengals cannot have a .500 record or worse this year as they pick up their 9th win and improve to 9-3 after beating the Lions 23-13. Here is how.
To start things out, after a Palmer pick, Detroit got the ball. Stafford threw for a home run ball and found #81, Calvin Johnson for a 54 yard TD pass to give the Lions as 7-0 lead. However, Cincinnati would tie it up when Stafford connected, with the wrong team. Jonathan Fanene picked it off and took it back 45 yards, 7-7. The Bengals would take the lead when Carson Palmer found Chad Ochocinco sliding to make a 36 yard TD catch and make it 14-7 Bengals on top. Later on, after 3 Shayne Graham field goals, Cincy had a 23-7 lead. Detroit would find a little something to be happy about when Kevin Smith ran for a 2 yard TD, the 2 pointer was failed, it did not matter and Cincinnati wins 23-13.
Palmer did good, 17/29, 220 yards, 1 TD and 2 picks. Ochocinco had a great day, 9 receptions, 137 yards, and 1 TD. Benson ran 36 yards, picking up 110 yards, but no TDs.
Next the Bengals will go to Minnesota to take on Brett Favre and the Vikings.
It's official, the Cincinnati Bengals cannot have a .500 record or worse this year as they pick up their 9th win and improve to 9-3 after beating the Lions 23-13. Here is how.
To start things out, after a Palmer pick, Detroit got the ball. Stafford threw for a home run ball and found #81, Calvin Johnson for a 54 yard TD pass to give the Lions as 7-0 lead. However, Cincinnati would tie it up when Stafford connected, with the wrong team. Jonathan Fanene picked it off and took it back 45 yards, 7-7. The Bengals would take the lead when Carson Palmer found Chad Ochocinco sliding to make a 36 yard TD catch and make it 14-7 Bengals on top. Later on, after 3 Shayne Graham field goals, Cincy had a 23-7 lead. Detroit would find a little something to be happy about when Kevin Smith ran for a 2 yard TD, the 2 pointer was failed, it did not matter and Cincinnati wins 23-13.
Palmer did good, 17/29, 220 yards, 1 TD and 2 picks. Ochocinco had a great day, 9 receptions, 137 yards, and 1 TD. Benson ran 36 yards, picking up 110 yards, but no TDs.
Next the Bengals will go to Minnesota to take on Brett Favre and the Vikings.
Bearcats complete perfect season, on to BCS.
By: Javier Lopez
The Cincinnati Bearcats were undefeated going into the game vs. the Pittsburgh Panthers. Pitt was 9-2, this game was the Big east Championship game, the winner would go to the Sugar or Orange Bowl. UC was down most of the game, but came back and won 45-44. Here is how.
After 1 touchdown run for each team at the end of the 1st quarter it was 7-7. In the second, Stull connected with Jonathan Baldwin for a 22 yard TD and Pitt grabed at 14-7 lead. UC would answer back with a 20 yard field goal and it was 10-14 PITT. The Panthers then got 2 TDs and a field goal before Mardy Gilyard took the kickoff 99 yards to the endzone to make it closer, 31-17 Pittsburgh still on top into the 3rd QRT. To start 3rd QRT scoring, Pike connected with Gilyard for a 68 yard pass, it was 31-24, Bearcats in reach. Dion Lewis would make it harder for a comeback, when he ran for a 15 yard TD, it was 38-24. Cincinnati would get it closer when Pike found D.J. Woods in the endzone for a TD, however the PAT was failed it was 30-38, Cats needed a TD and a 2 pointer to tie it. UC got a TD later on when Pead ran in for a 1 yard score it was 38-36, UC needing a 2 point conversion to tie it. On the 2 point try, Pike was pressured, and threw to the back of the endzone and found #1 Mardy Gilyard to tie it up with 05:46 to go. However Pitt would get a TD on a Dion Lewis 5 TD run, but then they failed on the PAT with a bad snap, UC only needed 7 to win. With 33 seconds to go, Pike threw the ball and found Binns with a great catch, 29 yards for a touchdown, we were tied at 44, and UC sent on the PAT unit. Jake Rogers kick was up and good, UC had a 45-44 lead, their first of the game and that was the final. UC is 12-0 and they will more than likely face Florida in the Sugar Bowl.
The Cincinnati Bearcats were undefeated going into the game vs. the Pittsburgh Panthers. Pitt was 9-2, this game was the Big east Championship game, the winner would go to the Sugar or Orange Bowl. UC was down most of the game, but came back and won 45-44. Here is how.
After 1 touchdown run for each team at the end of the 1st quarter it was 7-7. In the second, Stull connected with Jonathan Baldwin for a 22 yard TD and Pitt grabed at 14-7 lead. UC would answer back with a 20 yard field goal and it was 10-14 PITT. The Panthers then got 2 TDs and a field goal before Mardy Gilyard took the kickoff 99 yards to the endzone to make it closer, 31-17 Pittsburgh still on top into the 3rd QRT. To start 3rd QRT scoring, Pike connected with Gilyard for a 68 yard pass, it was 31-24, Bearcats in reach. Dion Lewis would make it harder for a comeback, when he ran for a 15 yard TD, it was 38-24. Cincinnati would get it closer when Pike found D.J. Woods in the endzone for a TD, however the PAT was failed it was 30-38, Cats needed a TD and a 2 pointer to tie it. UC got a TD later on when Pead ran in for a 1 yard score it was 38-36, UC needing a 2 point conversion to tie it. On the 2 point try, Pike was pressured, and threw to the back of the endzone and found #1 Mardy Gilyard to tie it up with 05:46 to go. However Pitt would get a TD on a Dion Lewis 5 TD run, but then they failed on the PAT with a bad snap, UC only needed 7 to win. With 33 seconds to go, Pike threw the ball and found Binns with a great catch, 29 yards for a touchdown, we were tied at 44, and UC sent on the PAT unit. Jake Rogers kick was up and good, UC had a 45-44 lead, their first of the game and that was the final. UC is 12-0 and they will more than likely face Florida in the Sugar Bowl.
12.05.2009
Kentucky Snaps Losing Streak To UNC, Win 68-66
Kentucky holds off a surging 2nd Half Tar Heels win to escape with a 68-66 win. Kentucky had not beat UNC since 2004 until today. UK was once up by 19 points in this game but it all fell apart when John Wall had cramps and had to leave the game, as well as Orton, Cousins, and Bledsoe were in foul trouble. John Wall stole the show early in the first half with many break away dunks and smooth passes to his teammates for the assist. Turnovers killed the Cats in the 2nd Half but it did not stop them from winning. Bledsoe had nerves of steel sinking the clutch free throws for the Cats to holf on to the lead. John Wall would hit the game clinching free throws to seal the deal for the Cats. Patterson lead the Cats with 19 points. It was a heroic performance for the Cats today. They now move within 4 wins of 2000 with 1,996 and are ahead of UNC by 5 with 1,991 wins.
1st Half UK 43 UNC 28
2nd Half UK 25 UNC 38
Final UK 68 UNC 66
Starters
DeMarcus Cousins 15 mins, 5 pts, 5 rebs
Patrick Patterson 37 mins, 19 pts, 7 rebs
Darius Miller 32 mins, 8 pts, 4 rebs
Eric Bledsoe 17 mins, 9 pts, 2 asts
John Wall 32 mins, 16 pts, 7 asts, 3 stls, 5 rebs
Bench
Perry Stevenson 8 mins, 1 reb, 1 block
Ramon Harris 21 mins, 2 pts, 3 rebs, 2 asts
Darnell Dodson 18 mins, 9 pts, 5 rebs
Josh Harrellson 2 mins
Daniel Orton 18 mins, 4 rebs, 2 blks, 1 stl, 1 ast
Did Not Play
DeAndre Liggins
Ohio State to play Oregon in Rose Bowl.
By: Cooper Ledford SWO SPORTS FOUNDER AND CEO
The Ohio State Buckeyes (10-2) will play the Oregon Ducks (10-2) on New Year's Day in Pasadena in the Rose Bowl.
Oregon has a great offense with a great Junior quarterback Jeremiah Masoli. Masoli has 2,066 passing yards along with 659 rushing yards. Oregon has done well against tough teams such as Southern California (which Ohio State lost to) and Boise State (even though they lost that game). Oregon has a great rushing attack as well. LaMichael James can run very good, along with Kenjon Barner and Masoli. Combined they have a total of 2,437 rushing yards.
Oregon may have the better offense, but Ohio State has a better defense. With great defensive players, such as Kurt Coleman, Cameron Hayward, Thaddeus Gibson, Brian Rolle, and Doug Worthington. Ohio State defense holds opponents to an average of just over 12 PPG this season. The Buckeyes also lead that nation in interceptions, which the secondary could come up big in the Rose Bowl against Oregon's passing. Along with The Buckeye's defense, their offense can be great at times. OSU is more of a running team, quarterback Terrelle Pryor alone has 1,825 rushing yards. Other great runners for OSU are Dan "Boom" Herron, Brandon Saine, and Jordan Hall. Pryor, Herron, Saine, and Hall have a combined 2,207 rushing yards.
Ohio State and Oregon both have great receivers. The Ducks have Jeff Maehl (52 receptions, 686 yards, six touchdowns), Ed Dickson (42 receptions, 551 yards, six touchdowns), D.J. Davis (22 receptions, 230 yards, two touchdowns), and Jamere Holland (13 receptions, 199 yards, two touchdowns). Ohio State has DeVier Posey (52 receptions, 727 yards, seven touchdowns, plus one passing touchdown), Dane Sanzenbacher (27 receptions, 506 yards, six touchdowns), Duron Carter (13 receptions, 176 yards, one touchdown), Ray Small (15 receptions, 175 yards), and Brandon Saine (15 receptions, 165 yards, one touchdown). Ohio State and Oregon are Evelyn matched on reciving.
SERIES HISTORY
The Ohio State Buckeyes (10-2) will play the Oregon Ducks (10-2) on New Year's Day in Pasadena in the Rose Bowl.
Oregon has a great offense with a great Junior quarterback Jeremiah Masoli. Masoli has 2,066 passing yards along with 659 rushing yards. Oregon has done well against tough teams such as Southern California (which Ohio State lost to) and Boise State (even though they lost that game). Oregon has a great rushing attack as well. LaMichael James can run very good, along with Kenjon Barner and Masoli. Combined they have a total of 2,437 rushing yards.
Oregon may have the better offense, but Ohio State has a better defense. With great defensive players, such as Kurt Coleman, Cameron Hayward, Thaddeus Gibson, Brian Rolle, and Doug Worthington. Ohio State defense holds opponents to an average of just over 12 PPG this season. The Buckeyes also lead that nation in interceptions, which the secondary could come up big in the Rose Bowl against Oregon's passing. Along with The Buckeye's defense, their offense can be great at times. OSU is more of a running team, quarterback Terrelle Pryor alone has 1,825 rushing yards. Other great runners for OSU are Dan "Boom" Herron, Brandon Saine, and Jordan Hall. Pryor, Herron, Saine, and Hall have a combined 2,207 rushing yards.
Ohio State and Oregon both have great receivers. The Ducks have Jeff Maehl (52 receptions, 686 yards, six touchdowns), Ed Dickson (42 receptions, 551 yards, six touchdowns), D.J. Davis (22 receptions, 230 yards, two touchdowns), and Jamere Holland (13 receptions, 199 yards, two touchdowns). Ohio State has DeVier Posey (52 receptions, 727 yards, seven touchdowns, plus one passing touchdown), Dane Sanzenbacher (27 receptions, 506 yards, six touchdowns), Duron Carter (13 receptions, 176 yards, one touchdown), Ray Small (15 receptions, 175 yards), and Brandon Saine (15 receptions, 165 yards, one touchdown). Ohio State and Oregon are Evelyn matched on reciving.
SERIES HISTORY
- Ohio State leads the all time series 7-0
- Ohio State is 6-6 in the Rose Bowl
- This will be Ohio State's first Rose Bowl appernece since 1997 (win over Arizona State)
- The first meeting between the teams was in the 1954 Rose Bowl, Ohio State won 10-7.
- Oregon is 1-3 in Rose Bowls
- Oregon's last Rose Bowl appearance was in 1995 (loss to Penn State)
12.04.2009
Xavier gets back on track, beats Kent State
By: Cooper LedfordThe Xavier Musketeers were hosting Kent State Friday. Xavier was coming off a loss in the Old Spice Classic to Baylor. The Muskies were able to rebound from that loss and beat Kent State 77-61.
Jordan Crawford had a great night, again. Crawford had 21 points, five rebounds, and three assists. Jordan was also 5-7 behind the arc.
Jason Love, the senior center, had a good night. With 10 points and 10 rebounds, along with four blocked shots. The double-double was Love's fourth on the season.
Sophomore guard, Terrell Holloway had double digits as well. Holloway scored 13 points on 3-4 shooting. He also had five assists.
The game went in a fair order. In the first half each team had the lead back and fourth. To go into the half, the X-man came from behind and took a 36-34 halftime lead. The Golden Flashes did not do as well in the second half, but fortunately the Musketeers did. Once again XU wins 77-61.
Next Xavier will go to the "Little Apple" to play Kansas State. This game will be at 9:00PM ET on the 8th and will be televised on ESPNU.
Picture: Jason Love versus Kent State working on his double-double.
12.03.2009
Buckeyes help Big Ten win Challenge
By: Cooper LedfordThe Ohio State Buckeyes were hosting the Florida State Seminoles, Wednesday (Dec. 2) The Big Ten needed to win this game to be Big Ten/ACC challenge champions. Ohio State ended up winning, 77-64.
Evan Turner did great, he had 25 points and 13 rebounds. The other Buckeye that had a great day was Jon Diebler. Diebler had 22 points, helping Ohio State beat FSU and giving the Big Ten their first win in the challenge for the first time in 11 years.
The Bucks next game will be on Saturday, December 5th agaist Eastern Michigan at noon. The game will be televised on ESPNU.
Picture: Jon Diebler trying to get a 3 aginst Florida State.
12.02.2009
UC walks all over Texas Southern.
The Cincinnati Bearcats were hosting Texas Southern on Tuesday. UC won easily 94-57.
"Rashad Bishop led all UC scorers with 14 points, while Dion Dixon and Steve Toyloy added 13, Deonta Vaughn scored 12, and Yancy Gates and Jaquon Parker contributed 10 points. The last time UC won as a ranked team was on March 17, 2005 when the Bearcats defeated Iowa, 76-64, in the NCAA Austin Regional. UC was ranked No. 23 at that time.
Cincinnati won the tip and held the Tigers scoreless for the first 4:02 of the game, jumping out to a 7-0 lead. Texas Southern drained back-to-back three pointers until Parker hit Darnell Wilks with a mid-court alley-oop, stopping the 6-0 run by Texas Southern. TSU responded with another 3-pointer, tying the game at nine, but that would be as close as the Tigers would get.
Toyloy connected on two free throws that started a 20-1 run over 4:57 and gave UC a 29-10 lead with 8:13 to go in the first period. Gates had two dunks and Anthony McClain had a fastbreak jam during that span. Texas Southern went on a 9-4 run and pulled within 14, but Vaughn hit one of three Bearcat 3-pointers and Wilks slammed a dunk over the final 3:39 to give UC a 44-22 halftime advantage.
Nine Cincinnati players scored in the first half and UC outscored TSU, 24-2, in the paint. The halftime advantage of 22 points was Cincinnati's largest halftime lead of the season. Bishop poured in 11 points in the first half and was perfect from the field (5-for-5).
No team jumped out offensively to start the second half and Texas Southern did not getting closer than 19 with 16:12 to go. A 3-pointer by Vaughn started a 7-0 run for UC and Cincinnati pushed out to 59-32 lead. Stephenson grabbed a rebound and handed out back-to-back assists to give UC a 30-point lead and a Wilks 3-pointer 28 seconds later put UC up, 69-38, with 11:27 to go. It took 1:09 before the next bucket and then UC went on a 12-4 run and held a 39-point advantage, 81-42, with 6:20 left to play. The Bearcats continued to push and Toyloy scored eight of UC's last nine points, two off of feeds from Alex Eppensteiner, as Cincinnati rolled to the victory.
Lance Stephenson grabbed a game and career-high 11 rebounds and scored seven points with a game and career-high seven assists.
After nine days off, the Bearcats return to the floor at U.S. Bank Arena for a home game vs. Miami University (OH) on Dec. 10 at 8:30 p.m." -http://www.gobearcats.com
"Rashad Bishop led all UC scorers with 14 points, while Dion Dixon and Steve Toyloy added 13, Deonta Vaughn scored 12, and Yancy Gates and Jaquon Parker contributed 10 points. The last time UC won as a ranked team was on March 17, 2005 when the Bearcats defeated Iowa, 76-64, in the NCAA Austin Regional. UC was ranked No. 23 at that time.
Cincinnati won the tip and held the Tigers scoreless for the first 4:02 of the game, jumping out to a 7-0 lead. Texas Southern drained back-to-back three pointers until Parker hit Darnell Wilks with a mid-court alley-oop, stopping the 6-0 run by Texas Southern. TSU responded with another 3-pointer, tying the game at nine, but that would be as close as the Tigers would get.
Toyloy connected on two free throws that started a 20-1 run over 4:57 and gave UC a 29-10 lead with 8:13 to go in the first period. Gates had two dunks and Anthony McClain had a fastbreak jam during that span. Texas Southern went on a 9-4 run and pulled within 14, but Vaughn hit one of three Bearcat 3-pointers and Wilks slammed a dunk over the final 3:39 to give UC a 44-22 halftime advantage.
Nine Cincinnati players scored in the first half and UC outscored TSU, 24-2, in the paint. The halftime advantage of 22 points was Cincinnati's largest halftime lead of the season. Bishop poured in 11 points in the first half and was perfect from the field (5-for-5).
No team jumped out offensively to start the second half and Texas Southern did not getting closer than 19 with 16:12 to go. A 3-pointer by Vaughn started a 7-0 run for UC and Cincinnati pushed out to 59-32 lead. Stephenson grabbed a rebound and handed out back-to-back assists to give UC a 30-point lead and a Wilks 3-pointer 28 seconds later put UC up, 69-38, with 11:27 to go. It took 1:09 before the next bucket and then UC went on a 12-4 run and held a 39-point advantage, 81-42, with 6:20 left to play. The Bearcats continued to push and Toyloy scored eight of UC's last nine points, two off of feeds from Alex Eppensteiner, as Cincinnati rolled to the victory.
Lance Stephenson grabbed a game and career-high 11 rebounds and scored seven points with a game and career-high seven assists.
After nine days off, the Bearcats return to the floor at U.S. Bank Arena for a home game vs. Miami University (OH) on Dec. 10 at 8:30 p.m." -http://www.gobearcats.com
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