Friday, February 29, 2008
Bracketology
Lunardi moves the Dores up to a #4 seed in his latest Bracketology. This DD writer believes the Dores don't care what seed they get - they've proven they can make a run come March.
Thursday, February 28, 2008
'Dores Climb Back Into the Power 16
The Dores move back into the #15 spot in ESPN's Power 16.
"Beating Tennessee after losing by 20 in the teams' first meeting in Knoxville shows how far the Dores have come from the turnover issues that were killing them earlier in SEC play. One lingering concern: All four Vandy losses came in a five-game stretch in January in tough road environments. They won't be tested again at that level away from Memorial Gym until at least the SEC tournament."
"Beating Tennessee after losing by 20 in the teams' first meeting in Knoxville shows how far the Dores have come from the turnover issues that were killing them earlier in SEC play. One lingering concern: All four Vandy losses came in a five-game stretch in January in tough road environments. They won't be tested again at that level away from Memorial Gym until at least the SEC tournament."
More Links
The City Paper has an extensive interview with Jimmy Dykes about Vanderbilt. Worth reading for the shock factor that Dykes fails to propagate the "It factor."
Also, vote for The Truth.
Also, vote for The Truth.
A Few Links
Mo Patton: Vanderbilt #1 In Confidence.
Men's baseball wins its home opener without the services of Pedro Alvarez, who is out indefinitely with a broken hand.
Take a look at Stan Jones' photo gallery from Tuesday's win.
While you're at it, get yourself a new desktop wallpaper.
Men's baseball wins its home opener without the services of Pedro Alvarez, who is out indefinitely with a broken hand.
Take a look at Stan Jones' photo gallery from Tuesday's win.
While you're at it, get yourself a new desktop wallpaper.
Wednesday, February 27, 2008
Great Pub This Morning
Vandy Grad Buster Olney filled in on ESPN Radio's Mike & Mike Radio show this morning. It is simulcast on ESPN2, where you could see Olney popping his Vanderbilt sweatshirt (looks to have been bought in 1981) and touting the 'Dores at every moment possible.
The Dores are also on the cover of every major sports website: espn.com, cnnsi.com, ncaasports.com, cbs.sportsline.com, secsports.com, etc.
Good to be Gold.
The Dores are also on the cover of every major sports website: espn.com, cnnsi.com, ncaasports.com, cbs.sportsline.com, secsports.com, etc.
Good to be Gold.
More on the Music City Showdown
Chris Low talks about the Dores' resiliency, plagued by foul trouble for much of the game, and their ability to make a deep run in March. An impressive win considering AJ played 12 minutes and the Vols were in the bonus with 16:03 left in the second half.
Video comments from Pearl and CKS.
The Tennessean this morning.
From Around The Rim:
"Shan Foster of Vanderbilt finished the game with 32 points, one point shy of his career high. That total is the second-most ever scored by a player whose team beat the top-ranked team in the ESPN/USA Today Coaches' poll. On Feb. 5, 1998, North Carolina's Antawn Jamison scored 35 points as the Tar Heels beat top-ranked Duke 97-73."
Video comments from Pearl and CKS.
The Tennessean this morning.
From Around The Rim:
"Shan Foster of Vanderbilt finished the game with 32 points, one point shy of his career high. That total is the second-most ever scored by a player whose team beat the top-ranked team in the ESPN/USA Today Coaches' poll. On Feb. 5, 1998, North Carolina's Antawn Jamison scored 35 points as the Tar Heels beat top-ranked Duke 97-73."
Tuesday, February 26, 2008
Magic Pervades, Dores Prevail
Memorial Magic was alive as the Commodores continued its streak against #1 ranked opponents. Tennessee becomes the 4th team in as many tries to enter Memorial ranked #1 only to leave with a loss.
The Vols also become the Commodores 7th #1 ranked victim in school history--elite status, as only six programs can claim more.
It was the grittiest performance of the year for the Dores. The ball bounced UT's way time and again while the referees sent A.J. Ogilvy to the bench early and often. Vandy needed 58 minutes from its bench--the same bench that scored zero points just 3 nights ago in a win against Georgia.
The entire team played inspired ball, but if one player is to be singled out, it's Shan Foster. The Truth cemented his status as the SEC Player of the Year with 32 points including 6 threeballs, none of which went uncontested.
On second thought, the DD would be remiss if it didn't mention the point guard play of Jermaine Beal. 34 minutes against a constant press, 17 points, and 0 turnovers. Fantastic control and demand of the game.
The 'Dores get 12 foul plagued minutes from its second best player but still find a way to beat the nation's top ranked team. It's Good to be Gold.
Stats, Quotes, Photos, everything: here.
The Vols also become the Commodores 7th #1 ranked victim in school history--elite status, as only six programs can claim more.
It was the grittiest performance of the year for the Dores. The ball bounced UT's way time and again while the referees sent A.J. Ogilvy to the bench early and often. Vandy needed 58 minutes from its bench--the same bench that scored zero points just 3 nights ago in a win against Georgia.
The entire team played inspired ball, but if one player is to be singled out, it's Shan Foster. The Truth cemented his status as the SEC Player of the Year with 32 points including 6 threeballs, none of which went uncontested.
On second thought, the DD would be remiss if it didn't mention the point guard play of Jermaine Beal. 34 minutes against a constant press, 17 points, and 0 turnovers. Fantastic control and demand of the game.
The 'Dores get 12 foul plagued minutes from its second best player but still find a way to beat the nation's top ranked team. It's Good to be Gold.
Stats, Quotes, Photos, everything: here.
Streaks
Not only have the Dores won 3o of 31 at Memorial, but Vandy has knocked off the last 3 #1 ranked opponents that have come into Memorial:
2007 Florida W 83-70
1993 Kentucky W 101-86
1987 North Carolina W 78-76
A victory would also be Vandy's 7th victory against a #1 Ranked team. Only 6 teams have more.
Thanks to VUhoopster and AuricGoldfinger for the stats.
2007 Florida W 83-70
1993 Kentucky W 101-86
1987 North Carolina W 78-76
A victory would also be Vandy's 7th victory against a #1 Ranked team. Only 6 teams have more.
Thanks to VUhoopster and AuricGoldfinger for the stats.
Stories in the Biggest SEC Game of the Year
USA Today: Vandy closing in on record in victories.
Tennessean: Two Dream Seasons Collide.
Quotes from the Coaches.
Tipoff at 9:00, ET, ESPN. If you are lucky enough to go, wear your white.
Tennessean: Two Dream Seasons Collide.
Quotes from the Coaches.
Tipoff at 9:00, ET, ESPN. If you are lucky enough to go, wear your white.
Music City Showdown
Maurice Patton previews tonight's match up. One reader commented on the story:
"Look for Vandy to upset UT. UT may keep its focus but they are a prime candidate for an upset and Vandy is feeling it in Memorial this season. Whatever happens, this is almost de facto SEC title game and is a MUST WIN for UT, not Vandy."
This DD writer agrees -- upset in Nashvegas tonight.
"Look for Vandy to upset UT. UT may keep its focus but they are a prime candidate for an upset and Vandy is feeling it in Memorial this season. Whatever happens, this is almost de facto SEC title game and is a MUST WIN for UT, not Vandy."
This DD writer agrees -- upset in Nashvegas tonight.
Super Tuesday: Dores Look to Stick It to Goon Pearl's #1 Vols in Memorial
The DD anticipates the Magic continuing tonight against the always obnoxious Bruce Pearl and the puke orange Vols. Tip off at 9pm ET on ESPN.
http://sports.espn.go.com/ncb/preview?gameId=280570238
http://sports.espn.go.com/ncb/preview?gameId=280570238
Monday, February 25, 2008
Saturday, February 23, 2008
Dores Top Dawgs
Red and The Truth paced the Dores with a combined 52 points to lead the Dores to a 6th straight victory (a streak which started in Athens), and it's 30th win in 31 games at Memorial. Strange stat of the night: 0 points off the bench. Stats, quotes, highlights, and more, here.
At the time of this post, it looks like UT could come to Nashville as the top ranked team in the country.
At the time of this post, it looks like UT could come to Nashville as the top ranked team in the country.
Dawgs @ Dores
Game is at 4 ET. Raycom is televising it. For those of you who do not get Raycom, watch the free live webcast here.
Dores Spank National Champs
Great start on the diamond for the 2008 Dores baseball squad with an 8-1 whoopin' of the Oregon State Beavers--Anchor Down!
http://vucommodores.collegesports.com/sports/m-basebl/recaps/022208aae.html
http://vucommodores.collegesports.com/sports/m-basebl/recaps/022208aae.html
Dores-Dawgs Preview
Dores play second fiddle to the Vols-'Frica game, but still have key SEC matchup game as they look to stay undefeated at Memorial with a win over the Gaw-ga Bulldawgs
http://sports.espn.go.com/ncb/preview?gameId=280540238
http://sports.espn.go.com/ncb/preview?gameId=280540238
Friday, February 22, 2008
Diamond Dores Debut Tonight
Things are slow at the DD this week without the Tuesday/Wednesday hoops game. The good news is that the Diamond Dores kick off the baseball season tonight against defending champ Oregon State.
Watch the free webcast here.
Watch the free webcast here.
Angry Power 16 readers
Some comments on Vandy not receiving a single vote in the Power 16 this week...
"I belive Vandy should be in the top 12. I am a vol fan but Vandy has played tough all year and with 4 losses should ranked above ESPN favorites in the BIG ten. If the Vols do pull an upset of the tigers they get Vandy at their place and they are difficult to beat."
"Seriously? How is it that Vanderbilt's had just 4 losses - all of them away, with one in double overtime, and none of them to slouch teams - and did not receive any Power 16 votes?"
"I am sorry but Vandy could beat both Wisconsin and Purdue. What is Purdue's signature win? Beating highly overrated Wisconsin and Mich. State? Hahaha. The Big Ten is #### besides Indiana, and even they are just OK. Vandy has an RPI of 10 does that not take SOS into account? Last time I checked it did. Sure they have not beat a top 25 team, but they have only lost 4 games (All on the road to good teams: UT no one wins at UT this year, UK was a fluke game that UK should be lucky they won and Vandy easily avenged that, Florida is not a bad team, and Ole Miss was rolling when Vandy played them). Also, they have beaten Wake who just beat Duke, South Alabama who is a very good team, and Umass, a team that will be on the bubble for a tourney birth. They don't have a bad loss and their RPI is 10. They should be at the bottom of this...."
"I may be a little bias but Vandy not even included in the 20 teams possible to vote for in the power 16? Its not enough that they don't get the pub they deserve from you guys at the station. Heck, they have been ranked all year and even when they were ranked 12 there for a week, you didn't hear anything about them. They are playing four freshmen on a pretty consistent basis, and take away some minor mishaps, turnovers and they would be 23-3 or 24-2 right now. They are playing ball right now and are going to be fun to watch down the stretch. As always, they are fun to watch at Memorial. Tennessee is going to have a tough time there on Tues. night."
"I belive Vandy should be in the top 12. I am a vol fan but Vandy has played tough all year and with 4 losses should ranked above ESPN favorites in the BIG ten. If the Vols do pull an upset of the tigers they get Vandy at their place and they are difficult to beat."
"Seriously? How is it that Vanderbilt's had just 4 losses - all of them away, with one in double overtime, and none of them to slouch teams - and did not receive any Power 16 votes?"
"I am sorry but Vandy could beat both Wisconsin and Purdue. What is Purdue's signature win? Beating highly overrated Wisconsin and Mich. State? Hahaha. The Big Ten is #### besides Indiana, and even they are just OK. Vandy has an RPI of 10 does that not take SOS into account? Last time I checked it did. Sure they have not beat a top 25 team, but they have only lost 4 games (All on the road to good teams: UT no one wins at UT this year, UK was a fluke game that UK should be lucky they won and Vandy easily avenged that, Florida is not a bad team, and Ole Miss was rolling when Vandy played them). Also, they have beaten Wake who just beat Duke, South Alabama who is a very good team, and Umass, a team that will be on the bubble for a tourney birth. They don't have a bad loss and their RPI is 10. They should be at the bottom of this...."
"I may be a little bias but Vandy not even included in the 20 teams possible to vote for in the power 16? Its not enough that they don't get the pub they deserve from you guys at the station. Heck, they have been ranked all year and even when they were ranked 12 there for a week, you didn't hear anything about them. They are playing four freshmen on a pretty consistent basis, and take away some minor mishaps, turnovers and they would be 23-3 or 24-2 right now. They are playing ball right now and are going to be fun to watch down the stretch. As always, they are fun to watch at Memorial. Tennessee is going to have a tough time there on Tues. night."
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