And then there were 8

So much for DJ not having a big game in the tournament, huh? What a line. 10-18, 23 pts, 7 ass, only 2 To's. Plus I thought what Damien James was able to do against the Lopez boys was huge. Connor helped frustrate them on D as well. And how about Dexter's minutes? 10 to be exact. 4 pts, and 6 big boards, including a couple when they put it away after Stanford had cut it to 1. Plus I always check out Mason's line afterwords. 7 pts, 8 boards, 6 ass, 2 to's. The man just does his job.

Now the question is simple: Can Texas solve Memphis? All the talk about the Lopez twins proved to be hollow because Texas was the better all around team. Stanford couldn't hit from outside, and they got away from their game. Memphis doesn't do that. They attack you from the tip with a big, athletic team. This match up has concerned Texas fans because of what they saw when USC took Texas out last year. The big guards of USC gave them fits. Well here we go again. The starting guards for UT are 5'11", 6', and 6'2". Memphis starts 6'7", 6'3", and 6'6". Bottom Line, DJ must be fantastic. He has to find seems and press the action to create chances for others. A.J. has to get open and knock his shot down. But don't forget the match up down low in this one. Dozier and Dorsey are both 6'9" and super athletic. How will Damien and Connor match up? Can they get Dorsey out of his game? He has proven to be a hot head at times. Here's another question. Who does Justin Mason guard? Rose? So who guards CDR? Do you try Damien there at all? This is a tough match up for anyone, even a team as athletic as Texas. Tip time is 1:20 on Sunday. You can hear the Westwood One broadcast on 1530 in Austin or on www.espnaustin.com

Speaking of, thanks to those of you that have followed me to 1530 and checked out the show. We're still in the process of feeling it out, but I think the chemistry is good. We have a great time and I think that comes across. Add that to what Sean and Chip do 2-4, and I really like the product we put out from 2-7 every day. Check it out when you get a chance and let me know what you think. Enjoy the Elite 8

First show thoughts and an Ooops from the Aggies

Thanks to those of you that sent along good wishes for my first show on ESPN. I thought it went well for a first show. The time seemed to fly by which is great, and I think Geoff and I will work great together.

A couple of reminders: Listen for how to win Houston Regional tickets this week. Sean and Chip give away a pair tomorrow and so do we. We've got two more pair at Joe's Bar and Grill where we'll be watching games on Thursday (5th St. and West Ave. kinda near Hut's). Then next Wednesday, they'll be a pair on Sean and Chip and a pair on our show. So keep your ears open.

Ok, on to the Aggies

If you're going to display something like this, shouldn't you check the guy's shirt in the bow and arrow shot? This was sent to me by one of my dad's best friends who, yes, lives in Lubbock and went to TT


Click on the picture if you need to. He's wearing a Tech shirt. Come on Army.

New Show starts Monday

The full truth can now be told. Starting Monday, there will be an adjusted lineup on 1530 ESPN Austin. Chip Brown and Sean Adams are moving to the 2-4 slot. This will enable both of them to better cover the Longhorns and do all they need to do. The show is called "The Bottom Line". Then from 4-7, it will be me and Geoff Ketchum of Orangebloods.com on "The Drive". You could hear some stuff you heard on the old shows, and you'll hear plenty of new stuff. We are all excited about what it could become. Check us out on 1530 in Austin and on www.espnaustin.com

Phone 447-ESPN

Email Sean and Chip, thebottomline@espnaustin.com
Email me and Geoff, thedrive@espnaustin.com

Also, be listening at 5:30 on Monday for a chance to win tickets to anywhere Southwest Airlines flies in the continental U.S.

4 months and 13 days

That's how long I was out of a full time job. I am happy to report that the reason I have been away from the web show for a few days is that I have been securing employment. Starting on Monday, I will be working for 1530 ESPN Austin in a variety of roles. Because of that, I am unable to finish out the basketball season calling the UT Women with Craig. I wish I could have finished the season, but when opportunity knocks, sometimes you can't tell it that the timing is bad. This is a decision that allows me to achieve the 2 goals I had when I got laid off: stay in radio and stay in Austin.

So if you're riding around Austin, check out 1530. Or catch it on the net at www.espnaustin.com

You can catch Geoff Ketchum from 2-3, and Sean Adams and Chip Brown from 3-7. Plus, stay tuned as some exciting changes are right around the corner.

Once again, thanks to all my supporters out there that have called, emailed, and just generally cared how I was doing. Special thanks to Astros Kimm and Sal in NYC for going above and beyond. I appreciate the support for the blog and the web show. I'm not sure what will happen with the web show right now, but stay tuned for that as well. I will try to blog often and keep things updated.

Fianlly, thanks to all those that have supported me over the years. I will try to call all those that need a call ASAP. Please be patient. A thanks also to those that will continue to support me in the future.

Big win

I guess it was appropriate that on Texas Independence Day, Texas would score a big victory over Oklahoma. The UT women played a complete team game and got another big resume win for the committee to check out. They may still need to get to 20 wins to be in for sure, but this one gives them confidence they can hang with anybody anywhere. Also kudos to the group of fans that showed up at the airport to welcome the team. I know the coaches and players were pumped to see that. Remember, Erneisha Bailey's senior night is Wednesday night at the Erwin Center. Get out there and support this hard working team that has found new life.

Also, due to an illness and some personal matters, I will not be doing a web show tomorrow (Monday). We'll see about Tuesday.

Happy Leap Day

Here's some random things for a Friday. How about parents that let a 36 year old live with their 16 year old daughter? It happened in England, and here's the STORY

Come on parents, stop trying to be friends, and start being parents. You know I'll hit this in stupid news today at around 11:40. By the way, no Lance Zierlein today. We'll shoot for next week.

Now onto the back court rule that I discussed yesterday. I found the 2006 rules, and I assume that rule won't change over time too much. In Section 28, it states:

"During a dribble from back court to front court, the ball shall be in the front court when both feet of the dribbler and the ball touch the playing court entirely in the front court."

So theoretically, you could dribble for a couple seconds with both feet in the front court and the ball in the back court. But to avoid the violation, you have to bring the ball into the front court before the :10 rule. I think you can even keep dribbling and put a foot back in the back court as long as the ball hasn't crossed. So again, I was right. It's like the NBA. You are not established in a court until both feet and the ball are in said court.

If you want to check it out for yourself, it's Rule 4, section 28 and Rule 9, section 12 of the OFFICIAL RULES

Allen Field House and the hot mayor

It's always great to get to see this hallowed hall of hoops. If you have never been there and you love college basketball, you have to go. They have done a great job of making improvements without losing the old gym feel. Plus any place that names the court after Dr. Naismith and has Wilt's jersey number honored in the rafters is a cool place. Seeing a women's game there is weird because the atmosphere is practically gone. It would be like watching a high school football game at Lambeau. But it's still Allen Field House, so get there when you can. Plus, the new Sports Hall of Fame that's hooked onto it is awesome. Great old stuff with Naismith and Allen. Great new stuff with the Orange Bowl trophy, etc. And they just finished their wall of fame that could keep you busy for an hour by itself. In a quick walk through, I learned that Dr. Naismith not only gets credit for inventing basketball, but he invented the first football helmet as well. Cool stuff. Nice job Jayhawks.

Now to the game: That was a must have for UT. They made plays when they had to, and Erneisha Bailey's performance was key. Her 10 and 8 energized the team in the second half. The Horns hit big free throws down the stretch, and overcame some bad calls. Now it's on to Norman and another shot at the Paris sisters.


I know, you're asking "who is this woman?" She used to be the mayor of a town in Oregon. But not anymore thanks in part to this picture. Check out the STORY and I'll hit it in stupid news today. The question is who's stupid? Her or the town?