Living in Chicago most of my life, driving slow and steady during the winter months is more of a way of life than an inconvenience. As I was driving to Welsh-Ryan arena this afternoon, it was abundantly clear that my 30 minute drive was going to double thanks to Mother Nature and it was time to enjoy the 15 mph drive. Even with the traffic, I was able to make the tip off as my … [Read more...] about Cats ‘Determined’ to Beat Hawkeyes in OT, 66 – 61
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2014-15 Big Ten Media Day
The rhetoric from all fourteen coaches appeared scripted and predictable as they spoke about the upcoming Big Ten basketball season. Rainbows and lollypops are in the minds of all the coaches, from the reigning Big Ten champ, John Beilein of Michigan, to the lowly Purdue Boilermakers and coach Matt Painter. Every team expects to take “the next step” and are smitten with their … [Read more...] about 2014-15 Big Ten Media Day
Big Ten Media Day Breakdown
Big Ten Media Day took over the Hilton in Chicago on Monday and Tuesday, and just in case you didn't have over eight hours to catch the action on the Big Ten Network, here is the breakdown of some of the main storylines. THIS WILL BE THE FIRST SEASON WITH THE NEW "COLLEGE FOOTBALL PLAYOFF" Now, every game matters even more. The new playoff preserves the excitement and … [Read more...] about Big Ten Media Day Breakdown
Northwestern No Match For 10th Ranked Iowa
Northwestern came into Saturday's home matchup against Iowa on a high note after winning 3 of 4, including a double overtime thriller against Purdue, and an upset victory over then 23rd ranked Illinois. However, the Wildcats just did not have enough depth to hang with the 10th ranked Hawkeye's, who beat them 76-50 Saturday afternoon in a rematch of the two teams’ Jan. 9 game … [Read more...] about Northwestern No Match For 10th Ranked Iowa