What if I could be Facebook Friends with Sarah Palin??... Sweet.
So think no more, and here it is
thanks to Holy Taco
Wednesday, October 8, 2008
Sarah Palin's Facebook Page???
After seeing America's Facebook Page... I started to wonder?
So think no more, and here it is
thanks to Holy Taco
So think no more, and here it is
thanks to Holy Taco
Tuesday, October 7, 2008
DAVID YURMAN LADIES.....
Hello all my beautiful ladies....
Well I don't know if you know, but now you know cuz I am going to let you in on the information. This jewelry designer by the name of David Yurman makes timeless, extravagant, and I should say a "MUST HAVE" for all my women.
This rings that I have posted here are one of my favs, to see more of his pieces checkout his website at www.davidyurman.com. These rings can be worn with dresses, cute jeans. Ladies anyway that you think you can style up your outfit, why not add on a David Yurman ring to your outfite to make it more stylish. Wear his pieces and I (Two Times) will know that heads will turn when you are out sporting this nice gem.
Well I don't know if you know, but now you know cuz I am going to let you in on the information. This jewelry designer by the name of David Yurman makes timeless, extravagant, and I should say a "MUST HAVE" for all my women.
This rings that I have posted here are one of my favs, to see more of his pieces checkout his website at www.davidyurman.com. These rings can be worn with dresses, cute jeans. Ladies anyway that you think you can style up your outfit, why not add on a David Yurman ring to your outfite to make it more stylish. Wear his pieces and I (Two Times) will know that heads will turn when you are out sporting this nice gem.
Friday, October 3, 2008
America's Facebook...
About 4 days ago, Jason Michaels posted a blog on College Humor....I had to repost it, once again, check out College Humor and let Jason know he did good with this one...
(also, you might want to read it from the bottom up)
(also, you might want to read it from the bottom up)
Heisman Watch... Season of Sam
Heisman Watch – Sam Bradford
The darkhorse became one of the frontrunners, as Knowshon Moreno’s Georgia Bulldogs, Tim Tebow and Percy Harvin’s Florida Gators, and Mark Sanchez’s Southern California Trojans all suffered devastating losses last week, and skyrocketed the very talented Oklahoma Sooners led by Sophomore Sam Bradford to #1 in the polls.
As a freshman, Bradford put up gaudy passing numbers (3121 yards, 36 TD) and put the Sooners in contention for the national title.
This year, he wants more. He’s off to a torrid start (1293 yards, 16 TD in 4 games) and has his team geared up to take on the resurgent Big 12 conference. Oh yea and your boy has his own , his own website, Facebook group, and even a fan page.... Take that Tebow
His trip to Miami for the BCS title game won’t be easy. Even if they get past Texas, Texas Tech, Kansas, and the rest of their tough schedule, they’ll likely have Missouri waiting for them in the Big 12 Title game.
If Bradford and the Sooners run the table, they’ll play in the BCS title game, and Bradford should follow in Tim Tebow’s footsteps as the second sophomore to win the Heisman Trophy.
I'll be keeping a close eye on these top games this Saturday.
Ohio State vs. Wisconsin, USC vs. Oregon, and Florida State vs. Miami.
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Season of Sam ??
Thursday, October 2, 2008
Sarah Palin.... Bingo?
So with this years focus and publicity given to the candidates vying for the White House, here comes another twist.
With the SNL cast, among others, coming down on Sarah Palin's mishaps... here is a new creation for tonight's debate.
It's been speculated that Ms. Palin doesn't know anything and just speaks from buzz words...
I Present, Sarah Palin ... Buzzword Bingo....
Here is my score card
and they have another
With the SNL cast, among others, coming down on Sarah Palin's mishaps... here is a new creation for tonight's debate.
It's been speculated that Ms. Palin doesn't know anything and just speaks from buzz words...
I Present, Sarah Palin ... Buzzword Bingo....
Here is my score card
and they have another
I think this is hilarious, but I'll be playing, send an email (campustvonline@gmail.com) or leave a comment when you win and you'll get a Presidential Prize Pack...
Probate 2008... University of Memphis
PROBATE 08...PROBATE 08
Congratulations on crossing.... so far the best probate I've seen this year.
I like how they started off like a Presidential speech, and included the "Yes We Can"
Congratulations on crossing.... so far the best probate I've seen this year.
I like how they started off like a Presidential speech, and included the "Yes We Can"
They had me wanting to join....
right....lol
Wednesday, October 1, 2008
Fashion Week
So for years we have been hearing about the skinny models strutting down the runway and being praised by society.
Modeling Blog
I am not saying that their should not be skinny women on the runaway, instead i am an advocate for a variety of real women of different shapes and sizes. Besides the high fashion that these designers create isn't exactly made for the every day woman. Thus I think high fashion can use women who are not realistic because outfits are purely out of this word. However, for every day or Ready to Wear clothes, real women with real bodies.
Calls for banning skinny models have been made in the last few years and now you can show your support with these T-shirts from Skinny Models Off The Runway...
Real Shirts for Real Women!
(And for all of you who might make the ignorant comment that I am a BIG girl and that's why I posted this blog but you can clearly see that at 136 lbs I am anything but that...)
Tuesday, September 30, 2008
Unique Pets for College
So everyone loves a great pet...
Most people opt for the dog or the cat or the all time low maintenance goldfish, but what about more exotic pets? I'm not referring to snakes or lizards... no that is too ordinary
What about hedgehogs?
-Adorable
-Pocket size (take them to the movies, class, long road trips)
& cuddly (they don't have spikes like porcupines)
- Litter trainable (like cats)
-Hypo allergenic & no body odor
-live up to 10 years according to CuriousAnimals.net
Zoroastriankids
Most people opt for the dog or the cat or the all time low maintenance goldfish, but what about more exotic pets? I'm not referring to snakes or lizards... no that is too ordinary
What about hedgehogs?
-Adorable
-Pocket size (take them to the movies, class, long road trips)
& cuddly (they don't have spikes like porcupines)
- Litter trainable (like cats)
-Hypo allergenic & no body odor
-live up to 10 years according to CuriousAnimals.net
Zoroastriankids
Friday, September 26, 2008
Notorious B.I.G. - The Movie... trailer
It's the N O - T O - R I - O - U S, you just lay down slow...
Lyrical Genius, Brooklyn Bandit, the Black Frank White aka King of New York... call him what you want, his skills and persona cannot be questioned.
Arguably the Greatest Rapper of All Time (arguably), and also the most skilled....
So the Movie Trailer is here,... Check it out
This is what wikipedia has to say about the project:
Lyrical Genius, Brooklyn Bandit, the Black Frank White aka King of New York... call him what you want, his skills and persona cannot be questioned.
Arguably the Greatest Rapper of All Time (arguably), and also the most skilled....
So the Movie Trailer is here,... Check it out
This is what wikipedia has to say about the project:
Future biopic
Notorious is the working title for a 2009 biographical film about rapper Notorious B.I.G.. Originally Antoine Fuqua was set to direct,[66] but now director George Tillman, Jr. is set to helm the project.[67] The film is being distributed by Fox Searchlight Pictures. Producers on Notorious include Sean "Diddy" Combs, Voletta Wallace and Biggie's former managers Wayne Barrow and Mark Pitts.[67]
In early October 2007 open casting calls for the role of The Notorious B.I.G. began.[68] Actors, rappers and unknowns all tried out. Rapper Beanie Sigel auditioned[69] for the role but was not picked. Sean Kingston claimed that he would play the role of Biggie but producers have denied he would be in the film.[70] The cast has recently been announced with rapper Jamal "Gravy" Woolard cast as Biggie.[71] Other cast members include Angela Bassett as Voletta Wallace, Derek Luke as Sean Combs, Anwan Glover as Snoop Doggy Dogg, Antonique Smith as Faith Evans, Naturi Naughton formely of 3LW as Lil' Kim, Edwin Freeman as Mister Cee and Anthony Mackie as Tupac Shakur.[72]
Well, this is shaping up to be something. The trailer has no talking, but the snippets shown looks like they spent the money to make this a good movie. I hope Biggie supporters go to the movies and don't bootleg it. I guess we'll find out in January when the movie opens up.
How do you think the movie is going to be?
Thursday, September 25, 2008
Google Android + T-Mobile = T-Mobile G1 Phone
Search Engine number 1 Google teamed up with the number 4 in the cell phone game T-Mobile, for the first installation of the Android cell phone application creating the G1 Phone.
Lots of hype started about a GPhone after Apple's IPhone dropped. Well, there haven't been any real reviews about how the software works, but people have been getting on them about the boring look of the device. Check Gizmodo.
The look leaves much to be desired and the handset only comes in black, brown and white... but I digress...
The T-Mobile G1 will sell for $179 ($20 cheaper than the iPhone) and will be available Oct. 22. Here are some more features that the phone has:
- Touch Screen
- Full Qwerty keyboard
- 3G/ WiFi
- Full HTML internet capabilities
- Easy access to all Google applications (Gmail, Gtalk, search)
- Maps
- Street view
- You Tube
- Phone
- IM/Text
- Email
- Camera 3.0mp
- Video (playback only, no recording)
- Music player & 1GB memory card pre-loaded
- Applications, all available in Google marketplace (icon on the homescreen)
The Phone is lacking some things such as:
No Microsoft Exchange support
No desktop synchronization -- it all happens over the air
and others but damn..
it's only $179
I can't call it right now, but it looks like the IPhone is still CHAMP...
what do you think??
Monday, September 8, 2008
Dear America
Dear America,
You disgust me. You make me want to vomit, you make me want to slap you across the face.
America, you've been presented with an incredible opportunity to turn things around, and you're being an asshole about it. You complain, you whine, you bitch about how the gas prices suck. About how you wish your older brother could come home from his second tour of Iraq. How you can't pay for college. Yet you continue to support the idiocy of morons more popularly known as the RNC.
America, are you as masochistic as you make yourself appear?
You disgust me. You make me want to vomit, you make me want to slap you across the face.
America, you've been presented with an incredible opportunity to turn things around, and you're being an asshole about it. You complain, you whine, you bitch about how the gas prices suck. About how you wish your older brother could come home from his second tour of Iraq. How you can't pay for college. Yet you continue to support the idiocy of morons more popularly known as the RNC.
America, are you as masochistic as you make yourself appear?
You say you love this country, you love the freedoms you have. Yet you seem to get some sick pleasure from watching civil rights swivel down the drain. America, you say you hate terrorists. But you forget that terrorists are humans too, and you subject them to inhumane torture. When did America start taking an eye for eye? What happened? When did voting for someone who would continue this same sadistic cycle that you protest so loudly against, when did this become a good idea?
Let's talk about sex, baby...
Let's talk about sex, baby...
Chances are if you're over the age of 18, you love sex. And you also know that unprotected sex can lead to not only nasty infections but also infections of the uterus...of human beings. Whether you're pro-choice or whatever, it doesn't matter. As it stands right now, our government is trying to put birth control in the same category as abortion. Oh, I'm sorry, America. I think there's something called a difference between a pill and a medical procedure. You love sex, America, as uptight as you can be. Allowing someone who'll take a shit on something you love is something you've never stood for. Why would you let someone take away something you enjoy?
How about those gas prices, America? Are you enjoying the hit your wallet's taking every time you stop at a Conoco? A BP? A Kum n Go? The next time I hear one of my friends close to tears at the pump, I'm gonna slap you. You pretend like you care, with your reusable grocery bags, with your increased interest in public transit and bicycles. Yet you continue to drive everywhere. In fact, I bet you just put a McCain-Palin bumper sticker on your Range Rover. You're a moron.
Don't you know that the reason why gas prices are so high are because of government taxes? And why do we need those government taxes? Oh, that's right. Our national debt now stands at nearly $9.7 trillion dollars. Are you retarded, America? Do you realize that that means every man, woman and child who lives in this country basically owes $31,755.22 to our government. I would kill to have 31 k in my bank account.
Let's talk about food prices. Let's talk about how yesterday at Stop N Shop, generic, plain frozen blueberries (my favorite food of all time) now cost the same as the fancy, wild frozen blueberries grown off the coast of Maine. Not to mention that they both cost $3.99. A summer ago, I was eating a bag of generic brand blueberries every 3 days at a whopping $2 a bag. You know why food costs so much? Because gas costs so much.
America, we need to stage an intervention. You're acting out. You're destroying yourself. You need therapy, you need change.
You hear that? We need change.
When I read articles like this, articles telling me that McCain and Obama are neck and neck, I wanna cry. What the fuck is going on in your brain, America? Have you forgotten about the country you used to be?
You piss and moan about the state of things right now, not realizing that a Republican vote is not only just going to keep things the same, but even worse. You whine about your life, but you're gonna vote for McCain because you think a woman shouldn't have a choice with her body. Because you think it's the only way we're gonna keep the terrorists out. Because you think Obama has a funny name, and you don't want "no foreigners in our White House". Because a trifling hoe from Alaska in the white house is a huge, great achievement- over an educated black man who worked his way to mutual respect from the citizens of this country.
You're full of shit, America. You're not who you used to be.
I want you to change because I believe in you, America. I want you to work your democratic muscles and put a Democrat in the office. I want to be proud to be an American. Register to vote. Educate yourself on the issues. Inform yourself of what you're getting into if you elect McCain and Palin. America, you need to change, but you have to want to change. Do your research and you'll be craving Obama in January '09 like I crave my now four-dollar bags of blueberries.
Don't let me down, America.
Love,
Ari
How about those gas prices, America? Are you enjoying the hit your wallet's taking every time you stop at a Conoco? A BP? A Kum n Go? The next time I hear one of my friends close to tears at the pump, I'm gonna slap you. You pretend like you care, with your reusable grocery bags, with your increased interest in public transit and bicycles. Yet you continue to drive everywhere. In fact, I bet you just put a McCain-Palin bumper sticker on your Range Rover. You're a moron.
Don't you know that the reason why gas prices are so high are because of government taxes? And why do we need those government taxes? Oh, that's right. Our national debt now stands at nearly $9.7 trillion dollars. Are you retarded, America? Do you realize that that means every man, woman and child who lives in this country basically owes $31,755.22 to our government. I would kill to have 31 k in my bank account.
Let's talk about food prices. Let's talk about how yesterday at Stop N Shop, generic, plain frozen blueberries (my favorite food of all time) now cost the same as the fancy, wild frozen blueberries grown off the coast of Maine. Not to mention that they both cost $3.99. A summer ago, I was eating a bag of generic brand blueberries every 3 days at a whopping $2 a bag. You know why food costs so much? Because gas costs so much.
America, we need to stage an intervention. You're acting out. You're destroying yourself. You need therapy, you need change.
You hear that? We need change.
When I read articles like this, articles telling me that McCain and Obama are neck and neck, I wanna cry. What the fuck is going on in your brain, America? Have you forgotten about the country you used to be?
You piss and moan about the state of things right now, not realizing that a Republican vote is not only just going to keep things the same, but even worse. You whine about your life, but you're gonna vote for McCain because you think a woman shouldn't have a choice with her body. Because you think it's the only way we're gonna keep the terrorists out. Because you think Obama has a funny name, and you don't want "no foreigners in our White House". Because a trifling hoe from Alaska in the white house is a huge, great achievement- over an educated black man who worked his way to mutual respect from the citizens of this country.
You're full of shit, America. You're not who you used to be.
I want you to change because I believe in you, America. I want you to work your democratic muscles and put a Democrat in the office. I want to be proud to be an American. Register to vote. Educate yourself on the issues. Inform yourself of what you're getting into if you elect McCain and Palin. America, you need to change, but you have to want to change. Do your research and you'll be craving Obama in January '09 like I crave my now four-dollar bags of blueberries.
Don't let me down, America.
Love,
Ari
Friday, September 5, 2008
O'Reilly vs. Obama part 1
The showdown begins...
I believe that they both have a mutual respect of each other and in other settings could be very good friends.
In this corner, the undisputed pundit of Republican Values, The O'Reilly Factor ...
Bill O'Reilly ...BILL, BILL, BILL!!!!
And in this corner, The Contender, The Fist Pump Champ, The Voice of a New Nation, Barack The MC, PrimeTime ...
Barack Obama ... YES WE CAN!!!, YES WE CAN!!!
I believe that they both have a mutual respect of each other and in other settings could be very good friends.
But at this battleground, the gloves begin to come off.
This is the prequel... You see O'Reilly trying to stick Obama on the issues and forcing him to use words...
And
You see Obama, talking his way out of a divisive issue, and making O'Reilly agree with him on issues...
Part 1 down... check out O'Reilly Factor on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday to hear the rest.
So who do you think won round 1???
my score
O'Reilly - 1
Obama - 1
Thursday, September 4, 2008
Sexy Sarah... I mean Vice President Sarah Palin
I admit, in all my knowledge, I do not know that much about Alaska...
check out the 4 inch heels....
Now these pictures say NOTHING on how she would lead... but they do say, that she is a tease..lol...
September's heating up.... oops, that's just Sara Palin entering the race....
and even less about their most recent Governor, the Veep Pick to John "One Heartbeat Away" McCain (it's all luv John)... Sarah Palin...
now the public spotlight is upon her, and they're about to get into her about everything... from her 17 year old pregnant daughter, to her husband, her "hockey Mom" jokes etc... they'll have nothing to really do about how she would lead, but it keeps people talking...
So I'm here for her newest title Sexy Sarah... The former beauty pageant winner hasn't lost her sexiness.... check out the pics
check out the 4 inch heels....and next up.....
We know who's going to be the Keynote at the next NRA get together...
bathing suit and a rifle.. GANGSTA
watch out Michelle..
Now these pictures say NOTHING on how she would lead... but they do say, that she is a tease..lol...
September's heating up.... oops, that's just Sara Palin entering the race....
So what do you think about the Potential number 2??????
Monday, September 1, 2008
Diddy says ... "John McCain WTF where you thinking"
Your boy Diddy went at it again (Diddy Speaks on High Gas Prices).... in his Diddy Blog he asks a question to John McCain.
"What the %#ck where are you thinking, picking Sara Palin."
and states that
It's a valid question and one that is on the minds of many people, I mean "she's one heartbeat away from being President"...
And yes he called himself, "Ciroc Obama"
I've read through the comments and they range from racism against Diddy to I was thinking the same shit.
What's your take on it...????????
Personally Diddy, I was thinking the same shit....lol
What's your take on it...????????
Personally Diddy, I was thinking the same shit....lol
Kanye West @ The Democratic National Convention
Mr. West is the building.. Children, Ladies....
Mr. West meets Mr. Obama ... it's a Southside thing
Mr. West also met Mrs. Obama
Mr. West don't forget Joey B.
Looks like Good Times at the DNC in Denver
Mr. West also met Mrs. ObamaMr. West don't forget Joey B.Looks like Good Times at the DNC in Denver
And Obama's speech OUTSTANDING
Friday, August 29, 2008
The Million DJ March Charity Streetball Classic
With no further wait...
The Million DJ March Charity Streetball Classic is here...
To Those in the D.C., Maryland and Virginia area this will be a great event and for a good cause....So come out and show some support, and we'll probably be broadcasting LIVE!!!
Toyota Scion is sponsoring the event and doing Giveaways!!!
EVENT DETAILS
EVENT: Platinum Family Streetballers / The ANC Foundation
The Million DJ March Celebrity Classic
The Platinum Family Streetballers vs. Team ANC
LOCATION: Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Washington
Metropolitan Police Clubhouses Mary & Daniel Loughran Clubhouse #10
2500 14th Street NW Washington , DC 20019
DATE: August 29, 2008
TIMES: 6:00PM – 6:30PM – Entrance into the Gym and Media Time
6:30PM – 6:50PM – Warm Up and introduction of the teams, coaches etc.
6:55PM - The Celebrity All-Star Game
National Anthem sung by the Contestant Winner
7:00PM - Game begins
During Halftime their will be giveaways
Dance / Step Show Performance
Interviews with Players, Coaches and Spectators
9:00 PM - Closing Remarks, Short Media Time
See you there, I might even lace up the boots too....
p.s. Hip Hop Caucus is gonna be there too
Thursday, August 28, 2008
Ballah's College Football Preview pt 3
Every college football season seems to bring in a new regime of impact freshmen. This years class, like many others are packed with blue chippers. I've put together a list of a few individuals who I believe will arrive to stardom, sooner rather than later.
Here is our Facebook Freshman Class ...(expect lots of hits on the field and facebook pokes off)
OFFENSE:
QB: Andrew Luck, Stanford
Look for former NFL Pro Bowl QB and head coach Jim Harbaugh to take Luck under his wing and develop him into a premiere college Quarterback.
RB: Darrell Scott, Colorado
The young Buffalo offense gelled late in 2007. Their only knock was the lack of speed and production at the RB, in which their leading rusher ran for 400 yards. Scott possesses a great combination of size and speed, and will cause havoc in the Big 12 for years.
Here is our Facebook Freshman Class ...(expect lots of hits on the field and facebook pokes off)
OFFENSE:
QB: Andrew Luck, Stanford
Look for former NFL Pro Bowl QB and head coach Jim Harbaugh to take Luck under his wing and develop him into a premiere college Quarterback.
RB: Darrell Scott, Colorado
The young Buffalo offense gelled late in 2007. Their only knock was the lack of speed and production at the RB, in which their leading rusher ran for 400 yards. Scott possesses a great combination of size and speed, and will cause havoc in the Big 12 for years.
WR: Julio Jones, Alabama
In 2007, Notre Dame was ranked 117th in scoring offense for Division I-A college football teams. Look for Blue chipper Michael Floyd to help with his big play ability.
TE: Kyle Rudolph, Notre Dame
As I stated for Michael Floyd, Notre Dame needs all the help they can get. Rudolph has it all the size, the skills, he will make things happen in the red zone.
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DEFENSE:
DE: DaQuan Bowers, Clemson
The most dominate Freshmen on defense in quite sometime. He will give ACC offensive Coordinators nightmares for years. He has the strength to stuff the run, but also possesses the speed to terrorize off the edges.
DT: Marcus Forton, Miami
After dominating against the Nations best during the Army All-American week, Forston all but solidified himself as the best down lineman. He has the size, the strength, and quickness to help right the wrongs in Miami.
LB: Nigel Bradham, FSU
Noles best breaking line breaker since Derrick Brooks. He approaches the game with the willingness to dominate in every aspect (physically, mentally and instinct.)
CB: Patrick Johnson, LSU
The tigers collectively had one need, and one need only, the secondary. Johnson is more than just a big hitter, he can flat out cover. He may share minutes between CB and Safety.
S: Will Hill, Florida
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Florida's young secondary had its share of struggles in the 2007 season. Look for Hill to come in and make a immediate impact. To a young but talented defensive group.
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Anything less than stellar would make this kid a bust:
Anything less than stellar would make this kid a bust:
A SEC coach said "Jones is a combination of Randy Moss and Larry Fitzgerald."
Michael Floyd, Notre Dame
In 2007, Notre Dame was ranked 117th in scoring offense for Division I-A college football teams. Look for Blue chipper Michael Floyd to help with his big play ability.
TE: Kyle Rudolph, Notre Dame
As I stated for Michael Floyd, Notre Dame needs all the help they can get. Rudolph has it all the size, the skills, he will make things happen in the red zone.
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DEFENSE:
DE: DaQuan Bowers, Clemson
The most dominate Freshmen on defense in quite sometime. He will give ACC offensive Coordinators nightmares for years. He has the strength to stuff the run, but also possesses the speed to terrorize off the edges.
DT: Marcus Forton, Miami
After dominating against the Nations best during the Army All-American week, Forston all but solidified himself as the best down lineman. He has the size, the strength, and quickness to help right the wrongs in Miami.
LB: Nigel Bradham, FSU
Noles best breaking line breaker since Derrick Brooks. He approaches the game with the willingness to dominate in every aspect (physically, mentally and instinct.)
CB: Patrick Johnson, LSU
The tigers collectively had one need, and one need only, the secondary. Johnson is more than just a big hitter, he can flat out cover. He may share minutes between CB and Safety.
S: Will Hill, Florida
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Florida's young secondary had its share of struggles in the 2007 season. Look for Hill to come in and make a immediate impact. To a young but talented defensive group.
He is extremely versatile and will be used in offensive sets as well as special teams.
Next Up -
Conference Predictions
S. Ballah
Ballah's College Football Preview pt 2
Men on Fire:
If you haven't noticed our government is currently in a recession, in short no job is a sure thing. That goes for any occupation, from accountants to coaches:
Tyrone Willingham, Washington:
What more can a coach ask for? Seattle has it all, superb facilities, administrative staff support, a firm recruiting base…What aren't we competing in bowl games? Correction, why aren't we contending for a Pac-10 title? Step your game up homie!
Ron Prince, Kansas State:
Let me start by saying, he managed to secure a recruiting class full of Junior College players. Okay I'm done.
Mike Stoops, Arizona:
Another 4-5 season wont cut it. In fact, if the Wildcats don't smell a bowl game. It's over for Stoops.
Kirk Ferentz, Iowa:
When your getting $2.8 million per season, there will be certain expectations you must meet.
Charlie Weis, Norte Dame:
After going 3-9, with one of those losses coming from Navy, YES I SAID NAVY. Weis is beginning to make Ty Willingham's stint with the Fighting Irish look brilliant. Don't believe anything you hear about his job security. The clock is ticking…
Greg Robinson, Syracuse:
Note to Coach R, your now 7-28 With the orange men. Last season things got ugly quick. By week 3, a loss vs. Pitt, the Carrier Dome was calling for your head. This season same rules apply, winning early is a must. I think It's time for change.
Honorable mention:
Ralph Friedgen, Maryland
Doug Martin, Kent State
Todd Dodge, North Texas
Dave Wannstedt, Pitt
David Bailiff, Rice
Neil Callaway, UAB
Robb Akey, Idaho
Bobby Johnson, Vanderbilt
Mike Sanford, UNLV
JD Brookhart, Akron
Randy Shannon, Miami
Tim Brewster, Minnesota
Hal Humme, New Mexico State
Mark Snyder, Marshall
Brent Guy, Utah State
Joe Glenn, Wyoming
Charlie Weatherbie, La. Monroe
Mike Price, UTEP
Steve Kragthrope, Louisville
Ricky Bustle, La. Lafayette
Tom Amstutz, Toledo
Chuck Long, San Diego State
Gene Chizik, Iowa State
Stan Brock, Army
If you haven't noticed our government is currently in a recession, in short no job is a sure thing. That goes for any occupation, from accountants to coaches:
Tyrone Willingham, Washington:
What more can a coach ask for? Seattle has it all, superb facilities, administrative staff support, a firm recruiting base…What aren't we competing in bowl games? Correction, why aren't we contending for a Pac-10 title? Step your game up homie!
Ron Prince, Kansas State:
Let me start by saying, he managed to secure a recruiting class full of Junior College players. Okay I'm done.
Mike Stoops, Arizona:
Another 4-5 season wont cut it. In fact, if the Wildcats don't smell a bowl game. It's over for Stoops.
Kirk Ferentz, Iowa:
When your getting $2.8 million per season, there will be certain expectations you must meet.
Charlie Weis, Norte Dame:
After going 3-9, with one of those losses coming from Navy, YES I SAID NAVY. Weis is beginning to make Ty Willingham's stint with the Fighting Irish look brilliant. Don't believe anything you hear about his job security. The clock is ticking…
Greg Robinson, Syracuse:
Note to Coach R, your now 7-28 With the orange men. Last season things got ugly quick. By week 3, a loss vs. Pitt, the Carrier Dome was calling for your head. This season same rules apply, winning early is a must. I think It's time for change.
Honorable mention:
Ralph Friedgen, Maryland
Doug Martin, Kent State
Todd Dodge, North Texas
Dave Wannstedt, Pitt
David Bailiff, Rice
Neil Callaway, UAB
Robb Akey, Idaho
Bobby Johnson, Vanderbilt
Mike Sanford, UNLV
JD Brookhart, Akron
Randy Shannon, Miami
Tim Brewster, Minnesota
Hal Humme, New Mexico State
Mark Snyder, Marshall
Brent Guy, Utah State
Joe Glenn, Wyoming
Charlie Weatherbie, La. Monroe
Mike Price, UTEP
Steve Kragthrope, Louisville
Ricky Bustle, La. Lafayette
Tom Amstutz, Toledo
Chuck Long, San Diego State
Gene Chizik, Iowa State
Stan Brock, Army
Freshmen To WATCH!!!
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Mr. Jones
S. Ballah
Ballah's College Football Preview pt 1
In the minds of College Football fanatics, the start of a new season beings in January, the day after the National Championship.
2. Rich Rodriguez, Michigan:
3. Rich Neuheisel, UCLA:
Neuheisel has returned to his familiar stomping grounds, where he quarterbacked the 1984 Bruins to a Rose Bowl win. He comes to the Bruins with lots to prove. With some great years at Colorado and Washington under his belt , despite both gigs ending on a sour note. Colorado went on probation because of Neuheisel and he was axed in Washington for participating in a NCCA Tournament Pool. Most recently, a brief stint with the NFL's Baltimore Ravens as QB coach and offensive coordinator. Finally, the Bruins have found their "Guy", who wants to compete, and who wants it in the worst way.
4. Houston Nutt, Ole Miss:
Nutt comes to the SEC after putting in 10 years at Arkansas. He's quite familiar with the SEC, he knows what it takes to win. Can Nutt who accomplished a lot with a little, take advantage with prized recruits? How soon will the Rebels become SEC contenders again?
5.Bobby Petrino, Arkansas:
I wasn't feeling the way things went down with the Atlanta Falcons, despite three games remaining in the NFL regular season, Petrino bolted with no remorse. You cant be entirely mad at the situation, he did sign up to Coach the NFL's most exciting offensive weapon in Michael Vick. When it was clear Vick was no longer in the teams plans, he made his move. The fact remains, Petrno is an offensive genius, and there are few with the ability to create a better offense. Petrino has always been an SEC type of guy, and he has the chance to regain any lost respect he suffered from his brief NFL experiment. Critics want to know, can the best player caller in the game bring championships: conference and national, to Fayetteville?
6: Art Brilles, Baylor:
After turning Houston into one of the more elite of the non-BCS schools, I believed BCS job offers would've been pounding on Brilles door. In the end, a move a few hours north, and a takeover of a struggling Baylor program , proved enough to secure one of the games brightest offensive minds, in Brilles. What makes the Baylor job challenging, is the fact that its in the same neighborhood as schools like Texas, Texas A&M, Texas Tech, and Oklahoma. How does that make for recruiting? With all that being said, Briles is a Texas guy. Having someone who is familiar with Texas recruiting could be an asset.
7. Bo Pelini, Nebraska:
Despite no head coaching experience, there is something about Pelini that Dr. Tom Osborne loves. We'll have to trust him on this one. Pelini has served as an assistant in the NFL and he ran the husker defense in 2003 and served as interim head coach for Nebraska's bowl win over Michigan State that year.
8. Kevin Sumlin, Houston:
Great offensive mind who has held coaching positions for all skilled positions. He's a excellent communicator and recruiter, it wont be long that he proves his most recent work at Oklahoma was no fluke. Houston has arrived.
9. June Jones, SMU:
Jones has went 76-41 in his nine seasons at Hawaii, ending with a BCS bowl loss to Georgia in the 2007 Allstate Sugar Bowl. This offensive specialist, and former NFL head coach could not pass up a five year deal that makes him the highest paid coach in Conference USA.
10. Steve Fairchild, Colorado State:
For Fairchild, there really is no place like home. He will return to his alma mater, where he once quarterbacked and served as an assistant coach. He walked away from a great start to what seemed to be a promising NFL career. I guessing being a NFL offensive coordinator (Bills) was not as appealing as rebuilding his ala mater.
11. Mike Sherman, Texas A&M:
Look for Sherman to bring a pro-style offense, along with experienced coaching staff. Joe Kines will join Sheman's staff as Assistant Head Coach and Defensive Coordinator. It's only a matter of time before Aggies push Texas and Oklahoma.
12. Jerry Kill, Northern Illinois:
Heading to a decent program after earning his stripes in a lower division.
13: David Cutcliffe, Duke:
Duke has been at the bottom of ACC football for quite sometime. Look for Offensive genius Cutcliffe, to turn things around in one of the nations toughest jobs. Although Cutcliffe is not known for rebuilding, but the Dukies will contend for a bowl game in the near future??
Notable mentions:
Ken Niumatalolo, Navy
Greg McMackin, Hawaii
Bill Stewart, West Virginia
Larry Fedora, Southern Miss
Paul Wulff, Washington state
August has finally returned!
Before we get into This upcoming 2008 season, lets discuss some coaching changes made after the 2007 college football season.
1. Paul Johnson, Georgia Tech:
Johnson is a very good football coach who has simply won everywhere (Navy, SMU). He's been waiting years for this type of opportunity. He approaches the game with a contagious attitude. Johnson is a X's and O's type of guy, one of the best. Look for Johnson to assemble a strong staff. With an opportunity to recruit superior athletes, look for Johnson, THE OPTION KING to install the triple option offense (similar to his Navy days).
Ranking The Coach Hires:
1. Paul Johnson, Georgia Tech:
Johnson is a very good football coach who has simply won everywhere (Navy, SMU). He's been waiting years for this type of opportunity. He approaches the game with a contagious attitude. Johnson is a X's and O's type of guy, one of the best. Look for Johnson to assemble a strong staff. With an opportunity to recruit superior athletes, look for Johnson, THE OPTION KING to install the triple option offense (similar to his Navy days).
2. Rich Rodriguez, Michigan:Rodriguez appears to be more than a consolation
prize here. In four of the last five seasons, he has lead West Virginia to 4 conference championships, going 60-26 overall. His key to building West Virginia into a Big East Power was recruiting players that wanted to play for West Virginia. Can Coach Rod work his magic in Michigan?
3. Rich Neuheisel, UCLA:
Neuheisel has returned to his familiar stomping grounds, where he quarterbacked the 1984 Bruins to a Rose Bowl win. He comes to the Bruins with lots to prove. With some great years at Colorado and Washington under his belt , despite both gigs ending on a sour note. Colorado went on probation because of Neuheisel and he was axed in Washington for participating in a NCCA Tournament Pool. Most recently, a brief stint with the NFL's Baltimore Ravens as QB coach and offensive coordinator. Finally, the Bruins have found their "Guy", who wants to compete, and who wants it in the worst way.
4. Houston Nutt, Ole Miss:
Nutt comes to the SEC after putting in 10 years at Arkansas. He's quite familiar with the SEC, he knows what it takes to win. Can Nutt who accomplished a lot with a little, take advantage with prized recruits? How soon will the Rebels become SEC contenders again?
5.Bobby Petrino, Arkansas:
I wasn't feeling the way things went down with the Atlanta Falcons, despite three games remaining in the NFL regular season, Petrino bolted with no remorse. You cant be entirely mad at the situation, he did sign up to Coach the NFL's most exciting offensive weapon in Michael Vick. When it was clear Vick was no longer in the teams plans, he made his move. The fact remains, Petrno is an offensive genius, and there are few with the ability to create a better offense. Petrino has always been an SEC type of guy, and he has the chance to regain any lost respect he suffered from his brief NFL experiment. Critics want to know, can the best player caller in the game bring championships: conference and national, to Fayetteville?
6: Art Brilles, Baylor:
After turning Houston into one of the more elite of the non-BCS schools, I believed BCS job offers would've been pounding on Brilles door. In the end, a move a few hours north, and a takeover of a struggling Baylor program , proved enough to secure one of the games brightest offensive minds, in Brilles. What makes the Baylor job challenging, is the fact that its in the same neighborhood as schools like Texas, Texas A&M, Texas Tech, and Oklahoma. How does that make for recruiting? With all that being said, Briles is a Texas guy. Having someone who is familiar with Texas recruiting could be an asset.
7. Bo Pelini, Nebraska:
Despite no head coaching experience, there is something about Pelini that Dr. Tom Osborne loves. We'll have to trust him on this one. Pelini has served as an assistant in the NFL and he ran the husker defense in 2003 and served as interim head coach for Nebraska's bowl win over Michigan State that year.
8. Kevin Sumlin, Houston:
Great offensive mind who has held coaching positions for all skilled positions. He's a excellent communicator and recruiter, it wont be long that he proves his most recent work at Oklahoma was no fluke. Houston has arrived.
9. June Jones, SMU:
Jones has went 76-41 in his nine seasons at Hawaii, ending with a BCS bowl loss to Georgia in the 2007 Allstate Sugar Bowl. This offensive specialist, and former NFL head coach could not pass up a five year deal that makes him the highest paid coach in Conference USA.
10. Steve Fairchild, Colorado State:
For Fairchild, there really is no place like home. He will return to his alma mater, where he once quarterbacked and served as an assistant coach. He walked away from a great start to what seemed to be a promising NFL career. I guessing being a NFL offensive coordinator (Bills) was not as appealing as rebuilding his ala mater.
11. Mike Sherman, Texas A&M:
Look for Sherman to bring a pro-style offense, along with experienced coaching staff. Joe Kines will join Sheman's staff as Assistant Head Coach and Defensive Coordinator. It's only a matter of time before Aggies push Texas and Oklahoma.
12. Jerry Kill, Northern Illinois:
Heading to a decent program after earning his stripes in a lower division.
13: David Cutcliffe, Duke:
Duke has been at the bottom of ACC football for quite sometime. Look for Offensive genius Cutcliffe, to turn things around in one of the nations toughest jobs. Although Cutcliffe is not known for rebuilding, but the Dukies will contend for a bowl game in the near future??
Notable mentions:
Ken Niumatalolo, Navy
Greg McMackin, Hawaii
Bill Stewart, West Virginia
Larry Fedora, Southern Miss
Paul Wulff, Washington state
Next UP...
Coaches on FIRE!!!
S. Ballah
8-28-63... "I Have A Dream"
On this day, August 28th 1963 the Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. delivered his famous "I Have A Dream" speech on the National Mall in Washington D.C. I have had the pleasure to go to the exact spot where the speech took place and look out along the National Mall Area... It is truly moving, and a presence is felt in the wind. The March on Washington saw over 300,000 people, white and black, male and female, join together at a time when unity was not apart of the future.
I recommend and encourage EVERYONE to go to the National Mall and take in that part of history.
It was a defining moment, and one that still resonates with people everywhere.
And for your viewing pleasure... The Man of the Hour
Some special points...
"Nineteen sixty-three is not an end, but abeginning. Those who hope that the Negro needed to blow off steam and will now be content will have a rude awakening if the nation returns to business as usual."
"The marvelous new militancy which has engulfed the Negro community must not lead us to a distrust of all white people. For many of our white brothers as evidenced by their presence here today have come to realize that their destiny is tied up with our destiny and they have come to realize that their freedom is inextricably bound to our freedom. We can not walk alone."
"I have a dream that one day this nation will rise up and live out the true meaning of its creed: 'We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal.'"
"I have a dream that my four little children will one day live in a nation where they will not be judged by the color of their skin, but by the content of their character."
"I have a dream that one day on the red hills of Georgia the sons of former slaves and the sons of former slave owners will be able to sit down together at a table of brotherhood.""Let freedom ring. And when this happens, and when we allow freedom ring—when we let it ring from every village and every hamlet, from every state and every city, we will be able to speed up that day when all of God's children—black men and white men, Jews and Gentiles, Protestants and Catholics—will be able to join hands and sing in the words of the old Negro spiritual: "Free at last! Free at last! Thank God Almighty, we are free at last!"
For those that wanted to hear the most famous parts... here is the abridged version... short but still motivating and moving..
It is 2008 Ladies and Gentlemen, please...
RACIAL HATRED SHOULD NOT STILL EXIST...
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