Posted by jasvol on March 6, 2008 at 10:37 p.m. (Suggest removal)

dang

Posted by grvol on March 6, 2008 at 10:39 p.m. (Suggest removal)

Duke should have let Tyler kick Werner's a$$. Seriously though thanks Duke for keeping Tyler out of trouble. You allowed Tyler to be the MAN last night. The look on Tyler's face IS the face Vols need against FL. GO VOLS!

Posted by VolJunkie on March 6, 2008 at 10:47 p.m. (Suggest removal)

Nice props from Donovan, especially considering what the game meant to his team's tourney chances. Pearl's comment at the end is telling, "Relief? Not really, because this is what we set out to do,'' he said. "This team did what it was supposed to do." UT started the year with high expectations (SI preseason #3), I suspect the SEC regular season championship is the first of several goals Pearl challenged this team with this season. This is already an historic year for the men's program, I think the best is yet to come.

Go VOLS!!

Posted by VolJunkie on March 6, 2008 at 10:48 p.m.

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Posted by jasvol on March 6, 2008 at 10:49 p.m. (Suggest removal)

SEC Champions...that sounds so sweet I'll say it again...SEC CHAMPIONS! NOW, lets go get that National Championship feeling... I could care less about the SEC Tourney championship.

Posted by jasvol on March 6, 2008 at 10:53 p.m. (Suggest removal)

I'm hearing we are a LOCK for a #1 seed...all we have to do is win one SEC tourney game.

Posted by mparker on March 6, 2008 at 10:56 p.m. (Suggest removal)

Billy D is a damn good college coach, hard not to respect him. Next year we'll be battling them tooth and nail, I think.

As for Werner, he is a good player who needs to decide if he is going to be Bill Laimbeer Jr or a basketball player.

Posted by yemmusdarb on March 6, 2008 at 10:59 p.m. (Suggest removal)

Billy Donovan gets my respect, but I still hate UF no matter what.

Eventually someone is gonna KO Werner for his little smirky / walk-off hard fouls.

Posted by chrisw2967 on March 6, 2008 at 11 p.m. (Suggest removal)

I still liked the look Tyler gave Werner as he walked by , I knew before the game ever started there would be something happen and Werner would be right in the middle of it. It would of been nice to see Tyler knock him on his -ss just because he could but Im glad he didnt because we need him really bad.
I just hope Tn doesnt run out of steam this year in the tournament.

Posted by VolJunkie on March 6, 2008 at 11 p.m. (Suggest removal)

Right on mparker ... two rings say alot.

I'm afraid someone is going to kick Werner's butt before he figures it out, I am disappointed that Coach D tolerates that kind of play.

Posted by EDis4UT on March 6, 2008 at 11:02 p.m. (Suggest removal)

Billy D is a class act, and always has been from day one. His transplanted yankee fans should fallow his example.

Posted by EDis4UT on March 6, 2008 at 11:07 p.m. (Suggest removal)

or is it follow? duh, sorry.

Posted by jasvol on March 6, 2008 at 11:10 p.m. (Suggest removal)

Are you 'growing' something in your closet?
Fallow:
(of land) plowed and left unseeded for a season or more; uncultivated.
2. not in use; inactive: My creative energies have lain fallow this year.
–noun 3. land that has undergone plowing and harrowing and has been left unseeded for one or more growing seasons.

Posted by VolJunkie on March 6, 2008 at 11:11 p.m. (Suggest removal)

SEC has become a great coaches conference: Pearl, Donovan, Gillespie, Stallings, etc. Don't necessarily care for their teams but I do respect these men as coaches.

Last I heard Anthony Grant may be replacing Odom at USC. This former Donovan assistant now at VCU is the real deal, he could have a huge impact in the SEC. Heard this when Odom first announced so this may be old news or may have changed.

Posted by mparker on March 6, 2008 at 11:21 p.m. (Suggest removal)

I posted this elsewhere, but I see USC being an 'up and comer'. I also am wondering if UGA gets rid of Feldon...

you are absolutely right, the SEC has stepped up the quality of coaches.

Posted by VolJunkie on March 6, 2008 at 11:24 p.m. (Suggest removal)

Yup, totally agree about USC. Whether they end up with Grant or maybe English, this program is on the way up. Tough call on Feldon, IMO, UGA never recovered from Tubby leaving them.

Posted by VolJunkie on March 6, 2008 at 11:28 p.m. (Suggest removal)

Sorry ... that's Felton, Dennis Felton (shaken, not stirred). The "d" and the "t" are too darn close on the keyboard! And it's getting late and I still have a hangover from saying "UT, SEC Champions" over and over and over ...

Posted by mtoms1272 on March 7, 2008 at 12:46 a.m. (Suggest removal)

Watched game in Park City with half the bar UT and half UF. It was incredibly intense. I was proud to be a Vol.

Posted by bamacheats on March 7, 2008 at 2:06 a.m. (Suggest removal)

Dan Werner is just misunderstood...He has all that stored up frustration from staying in the closet.

Posted by utvolz on March 7, 2008 at 7:44 a.m. (Suggest removal)

And the Floriduh student section is still collectively pleading, "don't taze me VOLS!" :-)

Frank in Miami

Posted by alfrizzle097 on March 7, 2008 at 7:50 a.m. (Suggest removal)

Grant would be a good selection. The coach at UAB also knows what he is doing. 2 good obtainable candidates for any SEC school. Though Pearl was a great hire, UAB's coach is the one I wanted at the time. Probably wouldn't be where we are now, but we would still be competing for the SEC.

Posted by VolJunkie on March 7, 2008 at 7:56 a.m. (Suggest removal)

UAB - Mike Davis I think (it may be Anderson, I can never get it straight). Agreed, good coach, good program. Would love to see his team take it to Memphis this weekend though I think Memphis is at home (figures!).

Go VOLS!!

Posted by GerryOP on March 7, 2008 at 8:05 a.m. (Suggest removal)

Don't forget to vote for Lofton for the Lowe's Senior Class Award:

http://basketball.seniorclassaward.co...

Posted by fundamentals83 on March 7, 2008 at 8:12 a.m. (Suggest removal)

I was looking at gatorsports.com yesterday and they don't like Werner either. They think he makes stupid plays that cost them games. (i.e. down 3 with 7 seconds and driving the lane which led to a charge.)

Posted by brownsvillevol on March 7, 2008 at 8:47 a.m. (Suggest removal)

DID ANY ONE SEE THE BLOCK CALLED FOUL IN LAST NIGHTS GAME BETWEEN UCLA & STAN TALK ABOUT REFS HELPING A TEAM TO WIN

Posted by HotlantaVol on March 7, 2008 at 8:52 a.m. (Suggest removal)

Werner has a face made for radio. He should stick to pitching puppies off the cliff.

Posted by Couchdummy on March 7, 2008 at 8:54 a.m. (Suggest removal)

Billy D's comments gives me a much greater respect for him; both as a coach and an individual. Although I love to hate Florida, but I think Donovan represents his school well, and is respectful of his opponents.

Posted by brownsvillevol on March 7, 2008 at 9:01 a.m. (Suggest removal)

well i hate kentucky more they are the only sec team i will not and never root for in the big dance. i hope they lose every game every year.

Posted by CatScratchFever on March 7, 2008 at 9:13 a.m. (Suggest removal)

brownsville....Don't hate Kentucky, hate the game.

See Blue!

Posted by harleydls on March 7, 2008 at 9:20 a.m. (Suggest removal)

Billy Donovan is a class act. What in the world is he doing at UF??? I hate Florida more than AlQueda!

Posted by rbhobbs73 on March 7, 2008 at 9:40 a.m. (Suggest removal)

afrizzle/voljunkie,

you are correct on both...Mike Anderson was the UAB coach at the time we hired Pearl. He then stayed one more year at UAB and took the job at Missouri, where he has had to kick some of Quinn Snyder's thugs off the team and has struggled a little...but he will be fine.

When Anderson left for Missouri, Mike Davis took the job after getting run out of Indiana. This was a good fit for Davis since he played his college ball at Alabama and knows the state/region well. That, and he also brought Vaden, their best player and transfer from IU.

Just thought I would clear everything up. Both are excellent coaches and Davis would be an upgrade over Gottfried at Bama....here is hoping they don't wise up!

Posted by General_Watermelon on March 7, 2008 at 9:48 a.m. (Suggest removal)

I hate every team that doesn't wear Tennessee Orange. Beat em all!

Posted by pdhuff on March 7, 2008 at 9:57 a.m. (Suggest removal)

Werner is a DH. His job is to stir it up. He failed. We won. Beat the Gamecocks.

Do not wory about Ky until we see them again.

Remember, we are a basketball school, the true Dook of the Smokies.

Pat and Bruce, gettin' it done. Top 5.

Posted by bleed_orange on March 7, 2008 at 9:59 a.m. (Suggest removal)

AirForceOne, how do you think KY will do in the SEC Tourney? I kind of wonder with Crawford & Bradley having to play 35+ minutes a game (sometimes the whole game). How can they keep that up for 3 straight days in the SEC Tourney? They need to beat FL Saturday to get the #2 East Seed in the SEC Tourney. Is that right? Good luck. Except when you play the VOLS! GO BIG ORANGE! BEAT THE GAMECOCKS! It looks like we will probally be playing SC/Ole Miss or LSU in the 2nd rd of the SEC tourney. I think I would rather see LSU make the #3 West seed and Ole Miss at the #4W. When we beat SC (5-11), if GA beats (5-11) Ole Miss-will GA be the #5 or #6 Seed in the East? GO VOLS!

Posted by bleed_orange on March 7, 2008 at 10:11 a.m. (Suggest removal)

If KY loses to FL some how and Vandy some how beats AL- who is the #2E Seed? Oh, by the way AirForceOne, H*!! of a game last Sunday! I would of hated to see KY sweep the VOLS this year of all years! However, TN seems to find away to win the close ones (except at KY & at Vandy). W VA by 2 on Neutral Ct, at Xavier by 7, Gonzaga by 10 on Neu ct, Ole Miss by 2 at H, OH ST by 5 at H, at Al by 7, at MSU by 5, at LSU by 2, at GA by 3, at Memphis by 4, KY by 3 at H, and at FL by 3 (12 close games out of 30). I probally left a couple of games out. Just win baby! GO VOLS!

Posted by KingsportVol on March 7, 2008 at 10:18 a.m. (Suggest removal)

What General_Fritter and pdhuff said.If you ain't got on orange your a target.Go Big Orange!Beat the Cocks

Posted by CatScratchFever on March 7, 2008 at 10:26 a.m. (Suggest removal)

bleed_orange. A very good question. After Patterson went down, I truly thought they would get the crap beat out of em in Knoxville. I was surprized how well some of the role players have stepped up along with Bradley and Crawford elevating their games.

I think it will be difficult for Kentucky in a tournament due to the quick recovery and turnaround that will be required over the weekend. I know that they are in excellent physical condition, but it would still be a lot to ask. If a few of the bench players can step up and give Bradley, Crawford and Stevenson a breather, they can make a decent run.....still a daunting task though.

I see Kentucky making it to Saturday with a Sunday appearance being a stretch. I think it will be enough to get them in the NCAA however.

Posted by bleed_orange on March 7, 2008 at 10:27 a.m. (Suggest removal)

One game at a time. Beat SC, then win 1st G 2nd RD in SEC Tourney, win in the Semi's, then WIN in the Finals of the SEC Tourney, get #1 Seed in NCAA, beat 16 seed,8 or 9,probally 4 or 5 (% wise),2 or 3 (% wise) to go to the Final 4, then anything can happen. Earlier in the season TN won 11 in a row. Why cann't we win 12 in a row-NCAA CHAMPS! GO VOLS!

Posted by marc_ash on March 7, 2008 at 10:31 a.m. (Suggest removal)

Let me say this, Tyler Smith has passion and talks to the other team. What was interesting when I was on the floor for the Vandy game was how controlled he was. For that matter, how controlled the whole team was. I didn't hear a lot of trash talk and it seemed like they had a "bring the lunch pail and get to work" mentality.
However, Tyler called Netler some choice words in that Vandy game on a couple of occasions (but it was after he had repeatedly grabbed and talked smack to him).

I'm sure Tyler's angry outburst wasn't at Werners first lashing out at him. Tyler has control, but when he is challenged he does his thing. Great teamwork with Duke holding Tyler back. The same thing happened in Nashville when Duke went to go after the Vandy guy after the dive on the floor after the whistle. Lots of poise. Great win Vols and great passion.

This team is special.

Posted by marc_ash on March 7, 2008 at 10:40 a.m. (Suggest removal)

mparker, I will be very surprised if Felton stays at GA. A buddy of mine worked as the academic affairs counselor for the Men's basketball team up until last year. He said the program has been in disaray for a long time. Players missing class and cursing out their tutors with no recourse from the coach. Said Felton didn't care about the academics or discipline...just wanted to win games.

Word on the street is Felton was there because he knows people and is not there for his skill as a basketball coach. YOu fill in the blanks on that one.

As far as USC being and up and comer, I'm not so sure. They have a lot of work to do. Even with Spurrier, it is taking a while to undo Lou Holtz mess. I love coach Odom and he was a class act, but finishing below 500 in conference the last 6 years isn't gonna win you any banners hanging from the rafters.

Posted by Chainsaw on March 7, 2008 at 10:52 a.m. (Suggest removal)

Nice comments from Billy D. I think he and Bruce have a little mutual admiration society going on, and it brings a lot of class to the SEC.

Posted by brownsvillevol on March 7, 2008 at 11:02 a.m. (Suggest removal)

afo kentucky gets away with way more than any team in the sec but i remember wathing a game in a bar in murray ky(went to college there for 3 semesters,close to home in paris tn)well any way it seemed like kentucky was going to win with very few seconds left and afoul wa called that put tenn to the line houston got the rebound put it up won the game and me and two other tenn fans jumped for joy well some sore loser kentucky fans got mad picked afight got the crap beat out of them twice and so goes the rest of the story its not your fault but it will never change my feelings.i think kentucky fans hate losing to tenn more than any other sec foe and vise versa for us.

Posted by TommyJack on March 7, 2008 at 11:07 a.m. (Suggest removal)

Re Werner: Has anyone pointed out just how you-glee the man is? Man!

Posted by 3StatesofTN on March 7, 2008 at 11:08 a.m. (Suggest removal)

Qutsider comments: (I enjoy UM, VU AND UT)

UT looks mentally tired. Low shooting percentage coupled with poor off the ball defense (still exceptional defense man up) shows me that the throws of a long and difficult schedule has worn on them upstairs. Lack of concentration leads to these two things. Vols like to rip on the Memphis schedule, but the other side of the coin is that UM are fresher come tourney time because of less struggles during the regular season. Seniors can usually adjust. It's youger players that may struggle in the tourney. Tyler's outbursts that marc_ash denoted can stem this time of year from such mental frustration. Having seen UT live twice this year I still contend that he is your key. What a wonderfully unselfish star he is. He'll drop 20 most nights next year because he can - he simply doesn't need to now.

Best thing to happen to the Vols would be to win one at most in the SEC tourney. They need the rest and playing for the title won't help their cause. They desreve and will receive a #1 seed even with an early exit. This SEC title meant a lot to UT because it hadn't been done in so long. Future Vol teams will realize that the big picture is more important, and they have the coach and the talent to get there. I think potentially there will be three TN teams in the final 8, and UT should have designs on staying longer.

Posted by Bristol on March 7, 2008 at 11:16 a.m. (Suggest removal)

3StatesofTN, sounds like you know it all.....

Posted by Ironcity on March 7, 2008 at 11:38 a.m. (Suggest removal)

Marc Felton's actions fly in the face of what your buddy is saying. He has kicked off about 8 players since he has been their (a number of starters including his two best this year). He has suspended players for multiple games. Felton inherited a mess. He has not brought in the best citizens since he has been their, however in most cases there is no way for a coach to know that when they recruit a kid. He had to go the JC way in an attempt to rebuild the program quickly and as he and most coaches find out, that usally doesn't work. Is Felton a good coach? I don't think so, but I would not say he is not a disiplinarian.

Posted by VolJunkie on March 7, 2008 at 11:40 a.m. (Suggest removal)

My apologies to the posting community, apparently my earlier comment comparing Herr Werner to a mid-1930's right wing youth group was offensive ... again, my apologies.

Posted by Volchaz on March 7, 2008 at 11:52 a.m. (Suggest removal)

Tyler has just been clutch lately. I'm really surprised by our poise, in the face of the Laimbeers of the world. That stuff hasn't phased us this year. We appear very focused, my only question is, with the way we play, we such intensity, how much gas is in the tank come tourney time. Those games are back to back, and would love to see a deep run towards the title.

Posted by DSaVol on March 7, 2008 at 12:09 p.m. (Suggest removal)

I've seen several comments on here lately that suggest (or actually state) that TN would be better off winning just one tourney game (or even losing on Friday) and going home to rest. WHAT THE HELL ARE YOU PEOPLE SMOKING???? First of all, losing Saturday only means you don't play on Sunday - 1 game, 1 day. Secondly, all indications are that TN will be sent to Birmingham for the first 2 rounds of the dance. That means a game on Friday against a team the walk-ons would give trouble to. You trying to tell us that a team that is EXPECTING to play for a national title can't regroup and refresh in 5 days????? Playing on Sunday means they'll get back Sunday evening at a decent hour, take Monday off, go light on Tuesday, decent practice pace on Wednesday, travel late Wednesday, shoot-around on Thursday, play Friday. That is PLENTY of time to get their legs back and if they need time to get their minds right - well, it won't be a long postseason anyway if that's the case. Finally, why would anybody think that an UPSET loss would do anything to make them better for the dance mentally??? IF they're in fact mentally tired, a loss would only create doubt and frustration - not exactly good things to have entering the NCAA's. Bottom line, there is ABSOLUTELY NO BENEFIT to losing ANY game this time of year. Period. None. Nada. And there is no sensible argument or rationale that can support anything to the contrary.

Posted by va_vol16 on March 7, 2008 at 12:22 p.m. (Suggest removal)

werner will now join noah, walsh, and bonner as hated gator basketball players go vols

Posted by james on March 7, 2008 at 12:51 p.m. (Suggest removal)

3states- Florida won the SEC Tourney and the National Championship. So much for your theory. We'll be fine. Go Vols

Posted by kevinlimbo on March 7, 2008 at 12:52 p.m. (Suggest removal)

Geez, lighten up Larry.

Posted by stroker on March 7, 2008 at 12:55 p.m. (Suggest removal)

SEC BB Champions,East FB Champs,one play from Conf FB Champs.
I will echo ole jasvol: "dang"

Posted by stroker on March 7, 2008 at 1:05 p.m. (Suggest removal)

DSaVol there is some merit to your diatribe. However what's to gain,the reg season champ should just get a tournment bye.

Posted by Kwitcherbellyachin on March 7, 2008 at 1:06 p.m. (Suggest removal)

"Posted by brownsvillevol on March 7, 2008 at 8:47 a.m. (Suggest removal)

DID ANY ONE SEE THE BLOCK CALLED FOUL IN LAST NIGHTS GAME BETWEEN UCLA & STAN TALK ABOUT REFS HELPING A TEAM TO WIN"

Indeed, the UCLA game was one of the worst officiated games I have ever watched. What's worse is that UCLA knows they got a gift:

From SI.com - "A grinning Collison, looking as giddy as a child that had just gotten away with something, was more than happy to comment on the play.

"That was block," said Collison. "That was a complete block. We were fortunate to get a foul called. I heard it was a make-up [call]."

Kevin Love, who had an equally large grin on his face, said, "We'll take it," before he shushed Collison."

I firmly believe that the game of basketball has gotten too fast and frenetic for most officials. If you can't get good officiating in the PAC-10, where can you get it?

Posted by 3StatesofTN on March 7, 2008 at 1:45 p.m. (Suggest removal)

Bristol - I know where I am not wanted. Good luck to your vols nonetheless. Fun team to follow

Posted by 3StatesofTN on March 7, 2008 at 1:45 p.m. (Suggest removal)

Bristol - I know where I am not wanted. Good luck to your vols nonetheless. Fun team to follow

Posted by CatScratchFever on March 7, 2008 at 1:49 p.m. (Suggest removal)

Brownsville, Was that the game in 1993 when Houston got away with a lane violation? :-) I was at that game in TBA in the dead last row against the wall. I got so mad I spiked my Coke cup and it shattered---ah the good old days.

Thats okay though, because if memory serves me correctly, we came back and totally annihilated tennessee in the SEC tourney 101-40. We had 7 players in double figures while holding Houston to 3 points.

You know the fun thing though? I am excited about the games to come for our two teams. After splitting with you guys this year, I think we are gonna have some barn burners in the seasons to come. These coaches remind me alot of Mears and Rupp. I would give anything if we could just play a game in Stokley and Memorial.

Posted by marc_ash on March 7, 2008 at 1:58 p.m. (Suggest removal)

3statesoftn,

Your comments were welcomed. Don't feel like you are not wanted.

Good post, come back anytime.

Posted by marc_ash on March 7, 2008 at 2:04 p.m. (Suggest removal)

AFO,

Man, that SEC tourney was a memory (and not a good one for me). Thankfully, Jamel Martinez, Travis Ford and Mash aren't anywhere near lexington anymore.

Should be an interesting tourney this year. I think either FL or KY will get knocked off early...one of them will face UT early on.

I'm rooting on FL this weekend sorry. I think FL is already out of the field of 65 and I think with a FL win in Rupp, KY will miss the dance too.

Nothing personal of course AFO ;)!

Posted by TommyJack on March 7, 2008 at 2:21 p.m. (Suggest removal)

3statesofTn: Do you need a hug?

Posted by VOLS1969 on March 7, 2008 at 2:32 p.m. (Suggest removal)

Don't forget to vote for Lofton for the Lowe's Senior Class Award:

http://basketball.seniorclassaward.co....

Posted by CatScratchFever on March 7, 2008 at 2:33 p.m. (Suggest removal)

marc...Well I have to agree that a tournament will be very difficult for Kentucky. I just don't think they will have the horses to play so many games back to back. It was difficult enough when we had Patterson available, but now the offense will have to go through two guards. If we face a good man to man defense, our weekend will be a quick one.

As far as the NCAA goes....I'm just not sure yet. We don't have enough quality road wins. I think it will be important for the Cats to win Sunday against Florida and at least get one good win in the SEC tourney. If we lose to Florida, then they will have to make it to Sunday in the SEC tourney.

Overall though, I am very pleaseed with the direction Gillispie has the program headed. I'm really looking forward to the next two-three years when he will have his own players and system in place.

Posted by 3StatesofTN on March 7, 2008 at 2:46 p.m. (Suggest removal)

TommyJack: Of course I don't need a ...
Oh what the heck. Come here you big lug!

Posted by VolJunkie on March 7, 2008 at 3:19 p.m. (Suggest removal)

bossvol, yeah I agree. After seeing some of the derogatory remarks posted the last several weeks I was surprised they targeted that one. Live and learn.

He's still a punk! ;)

Posted by brownsvillevol on March 7, 2008 at 3:19 p.m. (Suggest removal)

yep the very one afo

Posted by KingsportVol on March 7, 2008 at 3:52 p.m. (Suggest removal)

Feelin the love in here today.Hugs are nice.As long as everybody is dressed and the 2 second rule is in effect.Go Big Orange.Beat SC

Posted by TommyJack on March 7, 2008 at 3:58 p.m. (Suggest removal)

3states: :]

Posted by gator4life on March 7, 2008 at 4:12 p.m. (Suggest removal)

Werner might not be the best guy to you UT fans...but what player on the Vols team would you rather your daughter date (other than Howell, who can't sing, lol)?

Posted by pdhuff on March 7, 2008 at 4:15 p.m. (Suggest removal)

TJ, watch the hugging, it could lead to you doing a 2'4" leap with a finger change.

Beat SC.

Posted by marc_ash on March 7, 2008 at 4:44 p.m. (Suggest removal)

AFO,

I think the one thing UK has going for them is their string of recent games. This team is nowhere near what they were when they lost at home to San Diego. Even without Paterson, they are a solid team and I think (IF) the committee looks at recent history, the Cats have a chance...and we all know how much the committee is a "what have you done for me lately" type of group.

That being said, I don't see UK losing at home. They are and have been very good this year at home and I don't see them losing to a limping FL team that has lost 8 of their last 10.

The SECC should be up for grabs. I think UT could have beaten the gators last year, had they not choked to LSU. You never know in this league.

Posted by marc_ash on March 7, 2008 at 4:46 p.m. (Suggest removal)

gator4life, I'm just glad I have a son instead of a daughter.

Posted by pdhuff on March 7, 2008 at 4:48 p.m. (Suggest removal)

Play who's in front of you. Beat who's in front of you. Get ready for the next in front of you.

Posted by gator4life on March 7, 2008 at 4:57 p.m. (Suggest removal)

marc, Great response, lol
I was just reading the Richt article. Do you guys ever miss a chance to fight about poor ole Fulmer? Just wondering....

Posted by TommyJack on March 7, 2008 at 5:05 p.m. (Suggest removal)

PD: Just trying to be a compassionate conservative.

gator4life: No

Posted by gator4life on March 7, 2008 at 5:11 p.m. (Suggest removal)

Its one thing to be passionate about our football...but the Fulmer haters should take a break because there isn't gonna be a change at this time. Now after next season, all bets are off....

Posted by gator4life on March 7, 2008 at 5:19 p.m. (Suggest removal)

Back to BBall for a thought from our perspective. We played Mich State a few years ago in Tampa in the second round of the tourney and they physically beat us up for 40 minutes and sent us packing.
After that season, Donovan changed his recruiting tactics and style a little (with pretty good results). Guys like Dan Werner are required for the physical play you sometimes run up against in the Big Dance. Werner came to UF as a 3 point shooter and outside guy and has found his most playing time by being "that dirty work player".
Like him or not Vols, he aint going anywhere for a couple more years...

Posted by VolFan32 on March 7, 2008 at 5:24 p.m. (Suggest removal)

gator4life: sounds to me you just made a pretty racist statement

Posted by gator4life on March 7, 2008 at 5:41 p.m. (Suggest removal)

the dirty work player... how is that racist?

Posted by General_Watermelon on March 7, 2008 at 5:43 p.m. (Suggest removal)

I hugged my cousin once.

Posted by General_Watermelon on March 7, 2008 at 5:44 p.m. (Suggest removal)

Next TommyJack will be hanging out with the naked people in trees in California.

Posted by gator4life on March 7, 2008 at 5:47 p.m. (Suggest removal)

VolFan32,
Lighten up dude, Unless you are gonna tell me all the childish "gaytor" comments offend you too.

Posted by General_Watermelon on March 7, 2008 at 5:47 p.m. (Suggest removal)

gator4life - Serious question. How do you think Pearl has beaten Donovan 5 out of 6 games over the last 3 years?

Posted by General_Watermelon on March 7, 2008 at 5:49 p.m. (Suggest removal)

I'm with you DSaVol. I can't even stand the NFL when they throw games and pull the starters before the playoffs. I HATE TO LOSE! EVER!

Posted by gator4life on March 7, 2008 at 5:54 p.m. (Suggest removal)

Thats a good question G_F,
I think part of it might have to do with what I posted earlier. Its hard to have a BBall team that excels in both the up-tempo and a half court game. In going to a little more physical style our teams aren't as good as they once were in the fast paced/pressure defense games. That being said, I wouldn't swap those 2 NCs for 10 straight wins against the Vols.

Posted by gator4life on March 7, 2008 at 6:01 p.m. (Suggest removal)

G_F,
I used to wonder whether it was better to lose early in the SEC tourney and then get ready for the NCAAs. After the last couple of years I don't think losing in the SEC tourney helps you in any way. The only thing losing does is give some more tape of the way you can be beat. The kids are not gonna be tired on Thursday or Friday of the next week even if they play an overtime game in the SEC championship game. And if your rafters are like ours, there is always room for another championship banner. Go Gators!!

Posted by knoxsingle on March 7, 2008 at 6:47 p.m. (Suggest removal)

just keep coons from going after coach pearl, like the one came after coach summitt. i can't believe she dislocated her shoulder!

Posted by pdhuff on March 7, 2008 at 7:14 p.m. (Suggest removal)

When I was growing up along the creeks to the Cumberland, we used dogs to run the raccoons. Not people.

Worked pretty good while we sat by the fire and listened. Never had an injury other than a occasional hang-a-round the next morning.

Posted by girdle1998 on March 7, 2008 at 9 p.m. (Suggest removal)

Brownsvillevol, I think KY hates losing to us so badly because we have beaten them 65 times in basketball. I know KY has won 140 + against TN, but no one else has come close to 65. I think the 23 years in football tinkles on their cornflakes too.!!!! SEC Champs in "UK's Sport"!!! Wooo hooo!

Posted by VOLINSC on March 8, 2008 at 1:13 p.m. (Suggest removal)

Lofton will be remebered as the "Peyton Manning" of the basketball program. He cares so much about this team. He puts his team before himself and personnel recognition. Staying late after practice to help Jordan rather than shooting himself says everything about Lofton. (see other article) Not only is he a great player, but he is a great leader. It is time to pick a street on campus to be renamed Lofton Drive.

Posted by bricker865 on March 9, 2008 at 12:49 a.m. (Suggest removal)

Hey look guys, it's Mister laugh's (gatornation). He's back. I'm still wondering if he has anything creative for once. I highly doubt it. Oh, by the way you should take your crystal ball back to Big Lots. Good luck in the NIT.

Posted by pdhuff on March 9, 2008 at 7:40 a.m. (Suggest removal)

bricker865 - just send him a postcard from the Big Dance. It would be the kind thing to do.

Posted by VolCane7979 on March 9, 2008 at 1:17 p.m. (Suggest removal)

gatornation,

Who let you out of your cage? Get back in there!