We saw where Bennett and Rice ended up and those "other" players from the team that wears purple and orange but what about the other players with South Carolina connections. Well, here is the run down provided by The State paper.
--Wingate senior cornerback David Jones became the first player in school history to be selected in the NFL draft. He was taken by the New Orleans Saints in the fifth round, 145th overall. (Greenville Native)
--Quarterback Tyler Thigpen became the first player in Coastal Carolina’s short history to be drafted. Thigpen was taken in the seventh round by Minnesota. This past season, the Fairfield Central product passed for 3,296 yards and 29 touchdowns with 11 interceptions.
--Lawrence Timmons. Pittsburgh took the former Wilson High standout linebacker with their first pick. Any thoughts Big Angry?
--Justin Durant. Hampton’s three-time MEAC defensive player of the year and former teammate of Timmons at Wilson High was taken in the second round by Jacksonville, No. 48 overall. Any thoughts here too, Big Angry, with this guy?
--Brandon Frye. The Myrtle Beach High product was taken in the fifth round, 163rd overall, by Houston after a strong senior season at Virginia Tech.
LOHD Update: South Carolina center Chris White agreed to terms with the Philadelphia Eagles as an undrafted free agent, the Eagles announced Monday. Also Clemson football news -following the draft, Merriweather, Bennett and Gilliam agreed to free agent deals with the Chargers, Panthers and Vikings, respectively.
Monday, April 30, 2007
Clemson releases NCAA violations...
Shame on you. Nothing too major but for some reason this does not surprise me. Slap on the wrist is in order....thoughts?Article here - http://www.thestate.com/311/story/48848.html
Sunday, April 29, 2007
More troblue in the air...
Spurrier said little about the Richland County sheriff department’s ongoing investigation of gunfire at an April 14 off-campus party attended by several former and current players. Authorities have questioned tailback Cory Boyd and safety Brandon Isaac about the incident. Spurrier said he does not think the players did anything wrong.Why must USC athletes found ways to get in trouble or be in the wrong place at the wrong time?
Word on the street is the USC Gamecock Club is going to create a new donor program....a fundraising program designed to raise funds to bail out USC student athletes, hire good attorneys or pay off cops.
Any donors out there?
Saturday, April 28, 2007
draft day special
And with the 7th pick the 2007 NFL draft the Minnesota Viking select Adrian Peterson RB from Oklahoma.
Penny “Brady Quinn is going to be a dolphin" Forget your old ass Trent Green "Brandy Quinn is going to be a dolphin
And with the 8th pick in the NFL draft the Atlanta Falcons select Jamaal Anderson DE from Arkansas.
Penny " Brady Quinn is going to be a dolphin" Forget your old ass Trent Green "Brandy Quinn is going to be a dolphin
And with the 7th pick the 2007 NFL draft the Miami Dolphins select Ted Ginn JR WR The Ohio State
Then there was a moment of Silence, it seemed like a lifetime.
Penny asked the question why? If anybody has a answer please do tell.
Penny “Brady Quinn is going to be a dolphin" Forget your old ass Trent Green "Brandy Quinn is going to be a dolphin
And with the 8th pick in the NFL draft the Atlanta Falcons select Jamaal Anderson DE from Arkansas.
Penny " Brady Quinn is going to be a dolphin" Forget your old ass Trent Green "Brandy Quinn is going to be a dolphin
And with the 7th pick the 2007 NFL draft the Miami Dolphins select Ted Ginn JR WR The Ohio State
Then there was a moment of Silence, it seemed like a lifetime.
Penny asked the question why? If anybody has a answer please do tell.
Friday, April 27, 2007
Debate thoughts from LOHD...
I hope you all watched the debate last night. Which candidate do you like going into 08? Who do you think will win the Dem nomination?
The eight candidates that have announced on the Dem side that participated in the debate recently in O'burg:
Hillary Clinton
Barack Obama
John Edwards
Joseph Biden
Dennis Kucinich
Chris Dodd
Mike Gravel
Bill Richardson
My thoughts on this:
No one really "won" the debate in my view. Some stood out for certain reasons and gave good answers. Some need to re-think why they are running or step to the side and stop wasting air.
Here we go----Gravel is the old grandpa of the group that you don't want to get angry and always wants to yell about something yet you hear him speak and you think "what is the point?" Clinton was Clinton gave the answers yet no real connection with the crowd. She knows her stuff yet seems programmed. Obama...catch the fever right....well he gave his "new idea" thoughts yet his lack of experience shined at times. Edwards was his typically self.....never really answers the questions and focuses on his bullet point list of things to say. Likes to talk big picture things yet if these ideas come true...hello taxes. Richardson, seemed a little out of breath at times yet had a great grasp of the issues and his experience could be seen at times. But was a little too forceful, if he gets his act together he could make a run at this thing or at least be a player for a VP slot. Dodd and Biden simply like to see their face on TV and hear themselves talk. Kucinich....bless you...sorry joke there but he has no chance so I will not say anything else.
It really comes down to Obama and Clinton as leading the pack. They have money, name and a force of volunteers. Edwards and Richardson are next on the list and they could seize the day if they focus on the issues and connect to the voters. Not sure if the "Two America" thing is connecting so much. Feel the Obama shine will fade as the year goes on and more learn about his record. Edwards and Clinton just need to sharpen their message and be themselves more stop sticking to the bullet points and talk to the people. Dark horse is Richardson if he gets it toghether. The other guys need to step to the side...they have grabbed headlines so their mission is done.
08 will be fun to watch and hope all LOHD readers stay tuned....thoughts?
The eight candidates that have announced on the Dem side that participated in the debate recently in O'burg:
Hillary Clinton
Barack Obama
John Edwards
Joseph Biden
Dennis Kucinich
Chris Dodd
Mike Gravel
Bill Richardson
My thoughts on this:
No one really "won" the debate in my view. Some stood out for certain reasons and gave good answers. Some need to re-think why they are running or step to the side and stop wasting air.
Here we go----Gravel is the old grandpa of the group that you don't want to get angry and always wants to yell about something yet you hear him speak and you think "what is the point?" Clinton was Clinton gave the answers yet no real connection with the crowd. She knows her stuff yet seems programmed. Obama...catch the fever right....well he gave his "new idea" thoughts yet his lack of experience shined at times. Edwards was his typically self.....never really answers the questions and focuses on his bullet point list of things to say. Likes to talk big picture things yet if these ideas come true...hello taxes. Richardson, seemed a little out of breath at times yet had a great grasp of the issues and his experience could be seen at times. But was a little too forceful, if he gets his act together he could make a run at this thing or at least be a player for a VP slot. Dodd and Biden simply like to see their face on TV and hear themselves talk. Kucinich....bless you...sorry joke there but he has no chance so I will not say anything else.
It really comes down to Obama and Clinton as leading the pack. They have money, name and a force of volunteers. Edwards and Richardson are next on the list and they could seize the day if they focus on the issues and connect to the voters. Not sure if the "Two America" thing is connecting so much. Feel the Obama shine will fade as the year goes on and more learn about his record. Edwards and Clinton just need to sharpen their message and be themselves more stop sticking to the bullet points and talk to the people. Dark horse is Richardson if he gets it toghether. The other guys need to step to the side...they have grabbed headlines so their mission is done.
08 will be fun to watch and hope all LOHD readers stay tuned....thoughts?
friday's poll questions
The random tandem of poll questions brought on by our new found class here at the LOHD.
1.) White or red wine, and for some of you pink.
2.) Bloody Mary or Mimosa
3.) How do you like you oysters, Raw, steamed or fried
4.) Favorite place to take a first date.
1.) White or red wine, and for some of you pink.
2.) Bloody Mary or Mimosa
3.) How do you like you oysters, Raw, steamed or fried
4.) Favorite place to take a first date.
A new chant?
Spurrier closed a recent Gamecock Club meeting by saying the Gamecocks needed a chant.
Borrowing a longtime Penn State tradition, he directed the crowd in a “We are ... Carolina!” chant.
We do need more tradtions at Carolina but not sure on this one...what do you guys think?
Thoughts on this.....like it, love it, hate it, will it stick?
Borrowing a longtime Penn State tradition, he directed the crowd in a “We are ... Carolina!” chant.
We do need more tradtions at Carolina but not sure on this one...what do you guys think?
Thoughts on this.....like it, love it, hate it, will it stick?
Thursday, April 26, 2007
Bonjour, mes amis
Due to my recent stint with the Food Network, opera stages of the world and my neverending ability to make horrible , horrible choices when I have had more than three drinks that lead to some pretty incredible stories, Moose has invited me to post blogs. I will write of issues that affect me during the particular week. Last night, I drank too much of this.
Publix wine of the week: Sterling Napa Cabernet Sauvignon
A great dry, intense wine that compliments even Cashwell's cut of beef. Dark ruby in color, the 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon opens to spicy notes of raspberry and black cherry with hints of cedar and toasty oak rounding out the nose. Flavors of briar, blackberries, raspberries, hints of roasted coffee and an earthy, savory spiciness coat the palate, and lead to a long, elegant finish and can be purchased at Publix for under $10. So next time you fire up the grill, grab a few thick cuts of filet, salt and pepper with a splash of worstershire sauce ONLY, and a bottle of this wine. Skip the Bud Light and try something new.
Publix wine of the week: Sterling Napa Cabernet Sauvignon
A great dry, intense wine that compliments even Cashwell's cut of beef. Dark ruby in color, the 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon opens to spicy notes of raspberry and black cherry with hints of cedar and toasty oak rounding out the nose. Flavors of briar, blackberries, raspberries, hints of roasted coffee and an earthy, savory spiciness coat the palate, and lead to a long, elegant finish and can be purchased at Publix for under $10. So next time you fire up the grill, grab a few thick cuts of filet, salt and pepper with a splash of worstershire sauce ONLY, and a bottle of this wine. Skip the Bud Light and try something new.
PUB ON FRINK IS BACK WHERE IS ADVICE MAN
Dear advice man,
I know you live in a different area code but I just read in the Free times that Pub on Frink is coming back. They are requesting you to come down to cut the ribbon, drink the first beer, take the first shot, and flirt with the first male bartender at the new Pub on Frink. We at LOHD are aware of your current live in wife situation. That is why they have delayed the grand opening 2 weeks in order for you to get the proper approval needed for you to leave Charleston. Please advice man they are counting on you.
I know you live in a different area code but I just read in the Free times that Pub on Frink is coming back. They are requesting you to come down to cut the ribbon, drink the first beer, take the first shot, and flirt with the first male bartender at the new Pub on Frink. We at LOHD are aware of your current live in wife situation. That is why they have delayed the grand opening 2 weeks in order for you to get the proper approval needed for you to leave Charleston. Please advice man they are counting on you.
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