tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-77228871264067488722011-12-24T20:38:26.117-05:00Mike P.http://www.blogger.com/profile/00590771002457347675noreply@blogger.comBlogger601100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7722887126406748872.post-61778803020281369902009-02-09T22:30:00.002-05:002009-02-09T22:33:55.670-05:00

After some time away from writing, I want to let everyone know I will return to posting on this blog. I will write a spring practice preview of the things I want to see, and then a follow up after the practice is done. Stay tuned and lets hear your opinions on what you would like to see this season.

Mike P.http://www.blogger.com/profile/00590771002457347675noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7722887126406748872.post-36786493404829652702008-10-27T21:41:00.001-04:002008-10-27T21:44:09.195-04:00

While this blog is focused on college-level football, I cannot lie. Much of my Sunday is planned around games. This most recent Sunday was no exception; I was catching the Vikings take on the Packers, held here at our own Memorial Stadium.Confused yet? Allow me to clear it up. Monroe County Youth Football’s AFL Championship game was held Oct. 26th at 5pm, and the Vikings team, decked out in

Megan M.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7722887126406748872.post-64973661872956194012008-09-22T12:37:00.001-04:002008-09-22T12:39:31.431-04:00

**Posted for Mike P.**Saturday night was one for the ages. It was a game that you could watch your team come out, be well prepared, and execute their game plan with poise and confidence. That is, if your team is Ball State (BSU).Before I go any farther, I want to send my thoughts and prayers out to Dante Love for a full and speedy recovery. Dante was involved in a collision in the 2nd quarter

Megan M.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7722887126406748872.post-45768497486770236982008-09-20T23:28:00.000-04:002008-09-20T23:32:59.359-04:00

Ball State came into this game being touted as a top 25 team. The Hoosier Nation scoffed.We scoff no more.Even with the terrifying loss of Dante Love, who went down early in the second quarter, and did not move, Ball State was simply unstoppable. Man after man on the Hoosier defense fell. Even in the final moments, starters were on the field, risking injury, despite being down 22 points. Kellen

Megan M.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7722887126406748872.post-12190802853249162392008-09-08T12:18:00.002-04:002008-09-08T12:49:09.246-04:00

Because Mike P. gave me the ability to be a part of this blog, I am taking full advantage!This coming Wednesday, Sept. 10th, 2008, I am hosting an Alex's Lemonade Stand Fundraiser. The Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation raises funds to provide research grants for pediatric cancer, and has raised over 20 million dollars since it's inception.This is our third year partnering with the ALSF, and we are

Megan M.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7722887126406748872.post-65139842919813187682008-09-07T11:08:00.001-04:002008-09-07T11:10:36.713-04:00

Welcome to my first post of the 2008 IU Football season. I want to say thank you to those who take the time to read this, and offer my apologies that I have not posted in a long time.The season is now through week 2 and the Hoosiers have started off with a nice 2-0 start, with that they have ten more chances to reach that magical six win mark to be bowl eligible. I’m expecting them to win at

Mike P.http://www.blogger.com/profile/00590771002457347675noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7722887126406748872.post-7429262862544323992008-06-27T12:50:00.004-04:002008-06-27T12:53:55.940-04:00

Mike P just interrupted my lunch to ask me to throw on the following:Nick Zachery of Sheridan H.S. has committed to IU's '09 class. Mike states:"He plays both sides of the ball, has 3 campionships, and he's awesome."Mike will update with better details when he has appropriate access!

Megan M.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7722887126406748872.post-22615123366099366722008-05-01T19:46:00.003-04:002008-05-01T20:23:45.161-04:00

First, I apologize for the delay in this post, as this is obviously "old news", but the basketball fan in me has been somewhat distracted by the activities at Assembly Hall.Just in case you were not already aware, Tracy Porter and James Hardy were drafted back-to-back last weekend in the second round of the NFL draft. Porter, picked 40th, was selected by the New Orleans Saints, and Hardy went

Megan M.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7722887126406748872.post-49835183336409340382008-04-08T22:13:00.008-04:002008-04-09T14:38:15.234-04:00

Ben Chappell (4) winds up to deliver a pass in spring practice as head coach Bill Lynch looks on. 4/5/2008Ray Fisher (7) fields a punt during spring practice.4/5/2008Bryan Payton (27) tries to turn the corner and is met by a gang of Hoosier tacklers. 4/5/2008Punter/QB Chris Hagerup booms a towering punt during spring practice.4/5/2008Jake Kocal(34) tries to haul in a pass while beingguarded by

Mike P.http://www.blogger.com/profile/00590771002457347675noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7722887126406748872.post-38931434549528896242008-04-02T10:51:00.000-04:002008-04-02T10:52:32.159-04:00

It is spring time, college football teams all over the country are on practice fields gearing up for the 2008 season. It is a chance to start new, the records are all 0-0, oh what a great time of year for most.Unfortunately it has not been that way for us Hoosier fans this year. Turmoil off the field has and will lead to turmoil on the field. We start this spring minus our two senior leaders

Mike P.http://www.blogger.com/profile/00590771002457347675noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7722887126406748872.post-17766631906723210292008-03-24T09:35:00.002-04:002008-03-25T15:24:23.414-04:00

Here we go, time for some spring football. As you may already know, spring practice opens up tomorrow (March 25th). This will prove to be an interesting spring for the Hoosiers.Coach Lynch enters his second year at the helm of the Hoosiers after being elevated to the head coaching spot after the death of Coach Hep. There have been minor changes to his staff, one is the lost of running backs

Mike P.http://www.blogger.com/profile/00590771002457347675noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7722887126406748872.post-250913975636061982008-03-22T21:25:00.002-04:002008-03-22T21:40:57.591-04:00

This will be short, but I felt it was worthy of posting. I spoke with Josiah Sears this afternoon, he participated in the Pro Day at IU and has had interest shown from a few teams to move on to the NFL. He is patiently waiting on the NFL Draft, as will I to hopefully see his name called. His hard nose style of play, dedication to IU and to his team has made him one of my favorite players on

Mike P.http://www.blogger.com/profile/00590771002457347675noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7722887126406748872.post-52612531765891873302008-03-06T22:30:00.003-05:002008-03-06T22:32:16.648-05:00

Details are sketchy at best, but "indefinitely" and "suspended" are partnered with Lewis' name for "violation of team rules".Makes you wonder if he's made to many cell phone calls too.(Sorry.) Hope to know a great deal more about this in the very near future.

Megan M.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7722887126406748872.post-70328439797146971632008-03-02T10:02:00.002-05:002008-03-02T10:13:00.519-05:00

Tim BuggGrowing up, who was your favorite NFL player and why? William 'The Refrigerator' Perry. He was a beast.What TV-show marathon will keep you on the couch all day? "Seinfeld"What is one thing your teammates don't know about you? I played the saxophone in middle school.What reality TV show would you like to be on and why? Dancing with the Stars. I would love to be able to dance

Mike P.http://www.blogger.com/profile/00590771002457347675noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7722887126406748872.post-72429836178315144832008-03-02T09:53:00.002-05:002008-03-02T10:00:20.796-05:00

OverviewThe NFL continues to search for players who can perfectly place the ball in the hands of the punter or holder.One of the pivotal reasons behind Indiana making it to the postseason in 2007 was that they had what many scouts felt was the best long-snapper in the collegiate game -- Tim Bugg. As a senior, he was responsible for the team's success in the kicking department, as they made all 49

Mike P.http://www.blogger.com/profile/00590771002457347675noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7722887126406748872.post-81248548306715995962008-03-02T09:27:00.002-05:002008-03-02T09:46:50.751-05:00

OverviewOne of the nation's top playmaking defensive backs, Tracy Porter became the first player in school history to return a punt, interception and fumble for touchdowns in his career.The team captain has always been known for his ball-hawking skills, but after years of reluctance to perform vs. the run, Porter showed good determination in stopping the run his final season.As a senior, Porter

Mike P.http://www.blogger.com/profile/00590771002457347675noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7722887126406748872.post-51197862119004900242008-02-28T00:29:00.003-05:002008-03-02T09:53:38.189-05:00

OverviewJames Hardy was a coveted basketball prospect. A 185-pound Elmhurst High School product arrived in Bloomington intent on taking part in IU's hoops legacy in 2004. After one season with that team, the lanky athlete decided to commit to the gridiron. By the time he decided to leave for the National Football League three years later, he had shattered the school's season and career receiving

Mike P.http://www.blogger.com/profile/00590771002457347675noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7722887126406748872.post-34033766057853037552008-02-18T13:44:00.000-05:002008-02-18T13:46:13.592-05:00

As everyone knows by now, the IU running backs coach Gerald Brown has left the team and is heading to become an assistant coach in the NFL for the Falcons. Congratulations to Coach Brown, as we wish him the best for his future. The Hoosier nation will be watching.What this does is leave an open position for Coach Lynch to fill, and fill it he has. Last Thursday (2/14/08) Dennis Springer was

Mike P.http://www.blogger.com/profile/00590771002457347675noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7722887126406748872.post-21727221651741473442008-02-11T21:14:00.001-05:002008-02-12T22:52:29.045-05:00

Five of IU's football players were arrested for various charges over the weekend. If you would like you can read the story on the Hoosier Scoop by clicking this link: http://blogs.heraldtimesonline.com/iusp/?p=1529I have mixed emotions on how this should be dealt with, on one hand these are still young men, they are in college, and they are having fun. I remember being that age, doing crazy

Mike P.http://www.blogger.com/profile/00590771002457347675noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7722887126406748872.post-45739479301458695062008-02-06T18:32:00.000-05:002008-02-06T20:50:47.403-05:00

In my previous post I stated that I planned to make the trip to The Rock tonight for the press conference to introduce the new recruits for the 2008 season.I never made it. As I was finishing up my day, and getting ready to head home to get my son, his friend, and my camera. I had just logged off my computer when my desk phone rang, I look at the number and it is my mothers phone. I answer the

Mike P.http://www.blogger.com/profile/00590771002457347675noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7722887126406748872.post-63119413503718361962008-02-06T10:47:00.001-05:002008-02-06T14:00:16.565-05:00

I know I am late on putting up this post, but at times my real job has to take priority over things I want to do.Today is the day that IU receives those letters of intent from players they have recruited and pushed to get. Doug and Chris on the Hoosier Scoop do a good job of updating us as these letters come in. The media press conference is at 3:30pm Eastern, with an invitation only press

Mike P.http://www.blogger.com/profile/00590771002457347675noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7722887126406748872.post-66835657817123218622008-01-14T08:22:00.000-05:002008-01-14T08:34:42.794-05:00

To all those that read this blog, there will be some changes coming in the near future. The 1st change, the new header art has already been created by Megan M., and some different art will appear in the future.We don't know all that we will be adding yet. There will be a links section to other blogs and pages that cover and promote IU Football. I will be starting a picture album, and looking

Mike P.http://www.blogger.com/profile/00590771002457347675noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7722887126406748872.post-34039004984983459442008-01-05T11:13:00.000-05:002008-01-05T11:19:13.194-05:00

IU's prized recruit, running back Darius Willis from Franklin Central High School in Indianapolis will play in the ESPNU/Under Armour All-American game being played in Orlando Florida at 2:00pm (eastern) on ABC. He will play for Team Red.

Mike P.http://www.blogger.com/profile/00590771002457347675noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7722887126406748872.post-5214377701084892172008-01-04T21:03:00.000-05:002008-01-04T21:32:51.913-05:00

I have to admit, I wasn't surprised, but a little disappointed, to learn officially today that James Hardy has elected to forgo his final year of eligibility at Indiana University, and declared himself eligible for the NFL draft.The disappointment is purely selfish. I love this football team, and would love to see him here for one more year. To be able to try one more time for a better turnout at

Megan M.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7722887126406748872.post-7599768993919503042008-01-02T12:23:00.000-05:002008-01-02T13:25:11.354-05:00

A new year is a new start. This fragmented sentence has been a staple of the IU football program in all the years of losing seasons. Each year became a new chance, a new start to the same story for the past 14 years. This season the story was the same, just a slight twist on the ending.For the first time since the 1993 season, IU went to a Bowl game, playing on New Years Eve, in Tempe Arizona.

Mike P.http://www.blogger.com/profile/00590771002457347675noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7722887126406748872.post-46205375783870698882008-01-01T09:03:00.000-05:002008-01-01T12:48:37.220-05:00

Well, it's over. It ended in a less than fantastic way, truly depressing after everything else, but it's over. A few quick thoughts..We still can't stop a pass to the flat. Everyone we play has watched us get beat game after game after game on the 8-12 yard pass to the flat, which is why everyone does it. I hope we work on it.We came out in the second half and played football. We went in to the

Megan M.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7722887126406748872.post-29443745775336330472007-12-31T15:01:00.000-05:002007-12-31T16:06:33.282-05:00

I know I said I would have the Mike P'review for this game. I am sorry to say that one wrong button, and three weeks worth of research, notes, and writing disappeared. I don't know where it went, or what I done, but all of it is gone.Anyway, on to this game. What I do know is both teams run a very high powered offense, with very potent passing games, and OSU can run the ball very well. OSU is

Mike P.http://www.blogger.com/profile/00590771002457347675noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7722887126406748872.post-13981673865695985842007-12-17T11:20:00.000-05:002007-12-17T11:29:45.803-05:00

I just wanted to make a quick post and apologize to all of our readers for the blog being a little slacked on information. Unfortunately this time of year is extremely busy for my office, and my outside projects usually take a back seat. The fortunate thing is I still have some vacation days. I plan on using these days next week, which will put me off work from the 23rd to the 2nd.Please check

Mike P.http://www.blogger.com/profile/00590771002457347675noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7722887126406748872.post-18389417380182407272007-12-15T09:45:00.000-05:002007-12-15T09:57:59.677-05:00

While Mike P. continues to compile quality reports on OSU and our recruits, I'm ready to party! So, the question I am posing to our readership is: Where will you be for the Bowl Game? I'm aware of a few public options for those of us unable to travel to Arizona this New Year's Eve, such as the tailgate at the AmVets Post 2000 out on Airport Rd., plus the standard bar scene, etc. Given that Fox59

Megan M.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7722887126406748872.post-28267724790212178342007-12-02T20:20:00.000-05:002007-12-02T20:40:06.428-05:00

We're official. We are headed to Tempe, Arizona to play in the Insight Bowl on New Years Eve. The game will be broadcast on the NFL Network, which is available on digital cable from Insight and also some dish packages. Of course, Fisch will make the calls on the airwaves as well. For those who can, head to Arizona to ring in the New Year. For those of us who can't, stay with us here at the blog

Megan M.noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7722887126406748872.post-8958561785821871882007-11-28T11:10:00.000-05:002007-12-03T11:37:07.143-05:00

I will be updating this post over the next few weeks with info on potential recruits for the 2008 season.First up....Darius Willis, a 3 star running back that is ranked 42nd nationally by Scout.com from Franklin Central in Indianapolis. Willis followed up a 1277 yard, 15 TD junior season by rushing for 1728 yards and 28 TD's during his senior year. Listed at 6' and 200lbs on scout with 4.4 speed,

Mike P.http://www.blogger.com/profile/00590771002457347675noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7722887126406748872.post-1832750336454903802007-11-27T21:48:00.000-05:002007-11-27T22:14:57.782-05:00

I'll be honest. (What's the point in blogging if you can't be honest in it?) I'm not going to jump on the Lynch bandwagon and be thrilled with the 4-year deal. That being said, I hope that Bill Lynch and his staff can build on the improvements this program saw this season, and really have some great seasons over the next 4 years.I've said several times, on this and other forums, that a long-term

Megan M.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7722887126406748872.post-72096478971368649062007-11-26T10:39:00.001-05:002008-09-21T21:28:35.694-04:00

I am sure all of you have heard by now that Bill Lynch was signed to a four year deal to lead the Hoosiers through the 2011 season. I have stated before I wasn't for Lynch being the future leader of this program, but what is done is done. I will still support the coaching staff and the players as we head into our future.Time to move forward, the team gets another month of practice to prepare

Mike P.http://www.blogger.com/profile/00590771002457347675noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7722887126406748872.post-12268267965689173322007-11-21T13:25:00.000-05:002007-11-21T13:28:28.969-05:00

Ok, this seems to be a hot topic right now. From previous post and emails I have received from people who read this blog, I think I can pose this question to them and get a well thought out answer.Is Bill Lynch the future for IU? Please respond in a comment, and state your reason as to why you feel the way you do, for or against. I am interested to hear your thoughts on this subject.Thanks!

Mike P.http://www.blogger.com/profile/00590771002457347675noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7722887126406748872.post-70902361095476807932007-11-19T08:29:00.000-05:002007-11-19T08:30:51.611-05:00

I didn’t know what else to call it but bliss on Saturday. IU ends a 5 year losing streak to Purdue, Jane Hoeppner hangs the “I” on the bucket, and the Hoosiers solidified their bowl hopes by going 7-5 on the season. Congratulations to all the players and the coaching staff for reaching Coach Hep’s dream to goal 13!This was a roller coaster of a regular season ended on a high note. The

Mike P.http://www.blogger.com/profile/00590771002457347675noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7722887126406748872.post-82636535773801164772007-11-17T22:39:00.000-05:002007-11-17T22:41:58.147-05:00

I don't have the energy left in me to post much more than that right now, but congrats to our Hoosiers who pulled out tonight!! Way to go, and tonight, my thoughts are with Terry and Jane Hoeppner. Here's to Playing 13 for our coach!

Megan M.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7722887126406748872.post-10010441614103593192007-11-13T06:50:00.000-05:002007-11-13T06:53:43.451-05:00

Ok, I am reaching out to our readers, who do you want to see lead the Hoosiers football team in the future. Leave a comment with a coach you feel will fit here, and we will research them, and see if they would be a feasible prospect.Lets here them....

Mike P.http://www.blogger.com/profile/00590771002457347675noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7722887126406748872.post-72111963924780813272007-11-11T20:00:00.000-05:002007-11-11T20:01:17.559-05:00

Saturday’s loss to Northwestern was hard to swallow. Turnovers again played a major role, but one key turnover became a momentum-breaker for us, swinging the game into Northwestern’s hands.Kellen Lewis went down about half way into the second quarter, and was replaced by red-shirt freshman, and Bloomington native, Ben Chappell. At the time, we were up 14-3, and a quick handoff seemed the most

Megan M.noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7722887126406748872.post-73819362822504945062007-11-11T15:13:00.000-05:002007-11-11T17:25:30.311-05:00

Yesterday I sat and watched in amazement as the IU coaching staff continued to put the boys in bad situations that eventually cost them another ball game. There were key plays that didn’t help. The first was the pick 6 thrown by Ben Chappell. Chappell made a young mistake, he stared down Hardy from the time he came under center, allowing the linebacker to gamble and it paid of big for

Mike P.http://www.blogger.com/profile/00590771002457347675noreply@blogger.com13tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7722887126406748872.post-35270454432973833492007-11-07T07:03:00.000-05:002007-11-07T09:57:48.557-05:00

I went through, decided what I believe each team will do to end the season, and where everyone will end up. This is what I got so far....Ohio State: 12-0 (8-0) Allstate BCS National Championship GameMichigan: 9-3 (7-1) Capitol One Bowl (Big Ten #2) Illinois: 8-4 (5-3) Outback Bowl (Big Ten #3)Penn State: 9-3 (5-3) Valero Alamo Bowl (Big Ten #4/5) Wisconsin: 8-4 (4-4) Champs Sports Bowl (Big Ten

Mike P.http://www.blogger.com/profile/00590771002457347675noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7722887126406748872.post-41986075101784487132007-11-06T21:43:00.000-05:002007-11-06T21:45:53.607-05:00

So, we’ve done it. We’re Bowl Eligible. This is, of course, huge for Hoosier fans, especially the Hoeppner family who were on hand to celebrate with the team after our victory over Ball State. This has been a major focus. Mike mentioned already that we probably are going to need 7 wins on the regular season to truly end up “Playing 13”, which is this season’s ultimate goal. I believe we can win

Megan M.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7722887126406748872.post-63438213882787840222007-11-05T15:37:00.000-05:002007-11-05T15:54:34.465-05:00

The week before the IU-Illinois game, HT intern Zak put a question on the Hoosier Scoop blog, the question was what is more important, the IU-Illinois game, or the recruiting visit of Tyler Zeller. There was some banter back and forth between me and another poster, I myself was saying that the IU football game was more important, for the team, the fans, and for IU athletics as a whole. My

Mike P.http://www.blogger.com/profile/00590771002457347675noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7722887126406748872.post-90625161885760188652007-11-04T12:38:00.000-05:002007-11-06T14:47:45.442-05:00

We have done it. For the first time since 1994, IU has won 6 games, they are bowl eligible, and just that much closer to Hep's dream to play 13. The Big Ten has 7 automatic bowl bids, if the season ended today, we would be number 7. There is two more weeks left, two more games, at least one needs to be a win. There are 3 teams right now at 5-5, those are Iowa, Northwestern, and Michigan

Mike P.http://www.blogger.com/profile/00590771002457347675noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7722887126406748872.post-54215094585831383182007-10-27T19:20:00.001-04:002007-10-27T19:29:12.706-04:00

Turnovers may well be the death of this program. I applauded the youth and future of this team just a couple weeks ago, but I believe that the youth in the program also leads to a great number of the turnovers we've had. We MUST protect our quarterback, and our QB MUST protect the ball. Occasional turnovers are expected, but we've gotten incredibly sloppy in the last few games. Is it

Megan M.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7722887126406748872.post-43698170594847812622007-10-24T15:16:00.000-04:002007-10-24T15:19:01.132-04:00

Sometimes it is all how the ball bounces, and in football, that bounce is usually not a good one for the offense. IU came out and played Penn State well, James Hardy was a beast on the field Catching 14 passes for 142 yards and 2 TD’s. Kellen Lewis showed off his arm, and his ability to run when he scrambled 56 yards for a TD that made it a 5 point game. Add on a TD pass to Thigpen (notice it was

Mike P.http://www.blogger.com/profile/00590771002457347675noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7722887126406748872.post-5258074888907732642007-10-23T16:06:00.000-04:002007-10-23T16:07:35.631-04:00

I will undoubtedly take some heat for this, but I don’t normally end up attending the IU home games. It’s not for lack of desire, or support for my team, but a function of my budget allowances. We have 3 young kids, and between tickets, drinks, parking, and childcare, it’s just not financially feasible for us most years. This year was ALMOST the exception when the season package for $199 was

Megan M.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7722887126406748872.post-40675794419212648692007-10-23T10:54:00.000-04:002007-10-23T11:01:22.956-04:00

I wanted to come on here and tell the readers of this blog I am sorry. I never got the time to write a preview to the PSU game, and I have not had time to write a review of that game. I have been swamped at work the last couple weeks, and I am preparing the youth team I coach to try and make a championship run. We have made it to the semi-finals, and play this Thursday for a chance to play for

Mike P.http://www.blogger.com/profile/00590771002457347675noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7722887126406748872.post-44975823025857353732007-10-17T10:06:00.000-04:002007-10-18T10:55:59.055-04:00

What a difference one week made.Looking forward to the IU-PSU game coming up for homecoming weekend in Bloomington, I have to first reflect on the Michigan State fiasco. I am truly at a loss for the performance that I seen Saturday night by this team.The offense did not produce, though it is hard to fault the offense for not getting going when they only got to run 14 plays in the first half,

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I listened to the “game” Saturday while watching a couple other events on TV, as I am not a Dish subscriber and thereby not privy to the Big Ten Network. I don’t want to spend a lot of time rehashing that which was truly painful, but I did want to focus on a couple of positive things that happened. (I have 5 pages of not quite play-by-play notes that I took, I’m not going to post those, but I

Megan M.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7722887126406748872.post-57061757900245367482007-10-13T18:39:00.000-04:002007-10-13T18:42:03.135-04:00

A web-based call in show? Call in, chat room, live audio feeds, etc? I've not even run this past Mike P., but I wanted to throw it out there! Could even then have podcasts of the show available for you to catch, or rehash later?Let me know!

Megan M.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7722887126406748872.post-11361787439416858962007-10-12T10:25:00.000-04:002007-10-12T15:25:33.237-04:00

It’s been great to get a little feedback from some of our readers. First, let me say that hopefully Anonymous will not be “hunted” in the great state of Michigan while wearing red. However, Mike and I would be happy to attend services, providing that they do not interfere with any of this weekend’s sporting events.Tim, opinions are one thing I have, bias being another! I’ve spent the better part

Megan M.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7722887126406748872.post-75552596997142577212007-10-10T11:32:00.000-04:002007-10-10T11:35:03.189-04:00

So far we are getting plenty of views, but not much in the way of comments or feedback.This is a blog for IU Football fans, done by IU Football fans. Your feedback and comments are important to let us know what it is you want to see on the blog.Please share your ideas, and we will try our best to accommodate them.Thanks,Mike P.

Mike P.http://www.blogger.com/profile/00590771002457347675noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7722887126406748872.post-63462717665991515612007-10-09T17:39:00.000-04:002007-10-09T17:52:33.671-04:00

For my first official post, I'd like to congratulate coach Bill Lynch, and assistant coach Billy Lynch on the birth of Max Lynch, Bill's 5th grandchild and Billy's 2nd child! (How girlie is that!?)Ok, kids, here's the deal. Yes, I'm a sports fan, but I think Mike has probably overstated my abilities a bit. I'm here mostly to act as Official Spell Checker! That being said, I hope to still be able

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I would like to welcome a new poster to the blog, Megan M.Megan is an avid sports fan, is very knowledgeable, and will add a female perspective to this blog. Guys, don't let the fact that Megan is a woman fool you, she has more sports knowledge than most guys I know.Megan is the person who created the Play 13 picture used here. I will be asking her to create more artwork for the blog in the

Mike P.http://www.blogger.com/profile/00590771002457347675noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7722887126406748872.post-62255286747747307932007-10-08T12:28:00.001-04:002007-10-10T09:37:32.406-04:00

It is time for my weekly "Mike P’review" of the upcoming IU game. This week’s game is against the Michigan State Spartans. The Spartans started of the season on a roll, winning their first 4 games by a combined 131-62. They have now lost two straight. The first game was expected, on the road to a Big Ten power house that is Wisconsin. There is not many would have gave MSU a chance in that game.

Mike P.http://www.blogger.com/profile/00590771002457347675noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7722887126406748872.post-58851690536190371782007-10-08T09:02:00.000-04:002007-10-08T10:31:16.437-04:00

Let me start this by saying I am one of those who don't put much stock in what it means to be ranked, after all, being ranked in the top 25 doesn't guarantee that you will win, just ask USC. I do realize the potential impact on future recruits, the higher you are ranked, and the longer you stay ranked, the more looks you will get.When I looked at the rankings the Monday following the Iowa game, I

Mike P.http://www.blogger.com/profile/00590771002457347675noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7722887126406748872.post-71533768054726574552007-10-06T17:55:00.000-04:002007-10-07T23:33:44.253-04:00

What a great day for IU football!! Despite unseasonably warm weather, there was a good (though small) crowd on hand as the Hoosiers took to the ground and ran right past the Gophers to go 5-1 at the half way point of the season. The running game came to life today on the legs of 3rd string back Bryan Payton. I have been saying on the Hoosier Scoop since the ISU game that Payton should be the

Mike P.http://www.blogger.com/profile/00590771002457347675noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7722887126406748872.post-20746259025123396772007-10-05T12:36:00.000-04:002007-10-05T12:37:00.792-04:00

I am reaching out to the IU brethren for the game tomorrow against the Gophers. I would love to see a sell out, and not an Ohio State game sell out where the IU fans are out numbered even when at home. I don’t see the Rock selling out this week, but I believe we can get 40,000 plus there to root on the team. I will give you my Top 5 reasons to Rock the Rock this week.5. There is more to football

Mike P.http://www.blogger.com/profile/00590771002457347675noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7722887126406748872.post-26610029914560470292007-10-05T12:15:00.000-04:002007-10-05T15:03:20.201-04:00

This can be viewed as well on The Hoosier Scoop or by clicking here.After a tough loss to a much-improved Illinois team, the Hoosiers went on the road and got a much need win at Iowa. That game is over and done, time for the Golden Gophers to come to town. Minnesota is coming in 1-4, but don’t let that fool you. Ohio State is the only team that has not had their hands full with them. The Hoosiers

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This blog will be a place for IU fans to discuss IU Football in a civil manner. I will delete any post I deem offensive, and will notify that person as to why the post was deleted.IU Basketball fans are welcome, but this WILL NOT become a basketball blog, that I will make sure of. Check back later for new postings.Colors will be updated before the weekend is over.

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