Wednesday, November 17, 2010
Freezin' for a Reason
Tuesday, November 9, 2010
Team FUNdraiser
Looking to represent the Dirty Birds in your native town but don't have the chance to get up to Plattsburgh to buy the gear? Looking for that perfect holiday gift for your child or significant other? Just can't get enough Plattsburgh Lacrosse gear? Want to look like your favorite Plattsburgh lacrosse player? If the answer to the last question is yes I suggest you stop shaving and invest in a plethora of sweatpants. If the answer to the rest of those questions is yes than you my friend are in luck. We here at Plattsburgh have developed a way for you to help yourself to some fine Plattsburgh lax clothing while helping out the program! Head here to find a ton of men lacrosse gear that you can order to have shipped directly to your home! Also because we are so boss we got the nice folks at "Wear Your Colors" to give us free shipping on all orders over $50. A portion of the profit made on the items will be donated to the team so everyone wins. If you wanna get gear but can't find anything you like check out Turfers main site here and we'll see if we can update it.
That's really it for now folks. Hope your fall is going well. I'll feel a lot better when the Jets stop trying to kill me. Also Call Of Duty: Black Ops came out today so any parent curious as to why their son stopped calling them that is probably why.
Can you hear it....?
-DeFran
Saturday, October 16, 2010
Representing the Red, White and Blue
Today marked the official end of fall ball with our final practice on this rainy afternoon. I think we really finished our off season strong. Although their is plenty of room for improvement we are making moves in the right direction.
That's all for now. I'll keep you posed throughout the semester of the on goings of our team.
-DeFran
Wednesday, October 13, 2010
America got a couple of things right: cars....and freedom
Sorry I haven't posted on here lately. Strangely senior year of college isn't as easy as senior year of college. For all who were there the alumni game went great, except for Luke's broken thumb that is. Other than that the game was a lot of fun for everyone.
Fall ball has gone well these past couple of weeks. The team is really starting to gel together. The younger guys have learned the system and are proving their worth day in and day out.
On to tomorrow. For those of you that don't know we will be shaving our heads at 4:30 p.m. tomorrow in the ACC as part of the St. Baldrick's foundation. Up to this point we have raised $5,250 which is $1,250 more than our goal! But we still could use more so if your interested in donating go here.
After the head shaving we will be playing McGill in our fall scrimmage. This is a huge game for us as it is our only scrimmage in the fall and one of our last events for the whole fall ball. It will be a good measuring stick for how far we have come and how far we have to go. The game is at 7:30 p.m. so if you can make it we would greatly appreciate it.
For those of you driving up tomorrow be safe. I leave you with a classic American tale of overcoming the odds.
-DeFran
Sunday, September 19, 2010
Fresh Start
Fall ball kicked off at 6:00 a.m. on Tuesday for us all. In an effort to be one of the best conditioned teams in the country, our team has pledged to do the "Insanity" workouts featuring the infamous Shaun T. Let me tell you, their is really something special about going to sleep when it is dark out and waking up when it is still dark out. All kidding aside though it is a really good workout and it will definitely benefit our team. Getting 40 18-22 year olds up before 7 a.m. is a testament to how dedicated our team is to winning this year.
Not much else to speak of. Practice has been basic, nothing out of the ordinary. Alumni game is next weekend so that should be fun.
More importantly St. Baldricks is less than a month away! If your interested in donating to an awesome cause check it out here. You could honestly not pick a better foundation to give to. Any donation small or large is greatly appreciated!
Well looks like we all know who the REAL New York football team was this Sunday...
-DeFran
Wednesday, September 8, 2010
Ready to Start
Not much to report on the team over the summer but I'll hit the high points:
-The majority of the returners and new guys from Long Island played on a summer league team together that did pretty good in a tough league.
-As for our friends out West, although two of the Oswego natives weren't able to play on their usual summer league team (Tucker and Will), Sean Jaquin and sophmore transfer Brett McClelland brought home the teams third straight UOLL championship
-My summer league team won back-to-back-to-back league championships...BOSS.
-Sophomore LSM Ryan Phillips played for the Dutch national team in the World Games in Manchester, England. That's legit.
-In our own micro-version of "The Decision 2010" Kyle Norchi announced that he would in fact be bringing his talents back to Plattsburgh for a fifth year.
-I turned 21.
I think that about sums up everything important.
Now...onward and upward to this year! Believe it or not fall ball is just around the corner. Tuesday is our first official day of tryouts. The alumni game is less than 2 weeks from that, occurring on September 25! Our fall scrimmage is set for Thursday October 14 when we will take on McGill under the lights. As an added bonus all the Cards will shave their heads as part of the St.Baldricks foundation. St. Baldricks is a great organization that our team got involved with last year. Team members shave their heads to show support for children suffering from cancer. Last year we raised a ton of money and hope to bring in even more money this year. For more information and to donate go here.
I drafted my fantasy team named "Cromartie's Ninth" (in honor of one of my favorites cornerbacks) tonight. A couple of the guys on the team are in the league so I'll be sure to keep you posted on my dominance in our league "Jamarcus's Secret Sauce".
That is all that's really going on now. I'll keep you posted on fall ball throughout the semester. For now though it's mostly pick up.
By the way...He's backkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkk
As always I'll leave you with a jam:
-DeFran
Sunday, May 9, 2010
Every end is a new beginning
Really sorry to see the seniors go. Great group of guys that I got the opportunity to play with for three years. I'd just like to say a little something about each of them.
Luke Flegar: Luke used to give me rides to fall ball every day when I was a freshman so I'll always owe him for that. Even though he wasn't a captain this year he definitely was a leader on the team and gave his all every single day in practice. Glad he came back for his senior year.
Kevin McMahon: One of the funniest kids off the field. Kev def keeps everybody on there toes. Great midfielder that was willing to do anything to help the team win. Kev's going to the NYPD and I wish him the best of luck and couldn't be happier for him.
Mike Keenan: I had the pleasure of being in Mambas weight lifting group this fall. Mike brought it hard every day to the gym and was willing to work out non-stop. It was definitely unfortunate that he tore his ACL this year but hopefully he will be back next year.
Ryan Price: Price was one of our most important players for us this year. Not only did he win face-offs for us, but he scored goals as well. As a captain he was one of the best I have ever had and was a truly phenomenal leader.
Mike Glynn: What can I say about this kid? I had the pleasure of playing defense with him over the past 3 years and couldn't be happy. I don't know many people that play with more heart than Glynn. And what a shot! Too bad that whole man-up thing never worked out.
Luke Weidlein: Playing against Luke definitely wasn't the biggest confidence booster over the past 3 years. But he made me a better player and I can't thank him enough for that. Luke made the most out of his four years here and it was fun to watch him play from the other end.
Also quick side note: I doubt he remembers but when I first came to PSU as a walk on during the tryout my first time playing in front of coach I was matched up against Luke. The first time the ball came down I threw a back check and helicoptered his stick. To this day I think that was a major reason why I made the team so thanks Luke!
Kyle Norchi: Kyle Norchi hands down has the most passion out of anyone I have ever played with. I have never seen someone get so mad during 3-on-2's or fast break drills. It definitely brought practices to a new level of intensity. I'd love to play another year with Kyle but if he heads somewhere else I wish him the best of luck.
As crazy as it sounds next season is already in the works. We had our first team meeting for 2011 and captains were named. Kyle Norchi and Mike Keenan were both named captains if they choose to remain at school to use their extra year of eligibility. Also I am honored to say that I was chosen as well. I think that was the best way to say it without sounding like a tool. But seriously I am very proud to have been chosen and am looking forward to next year.
In case you haven't noticed I'm a big fan of absurd news stories that aren't really news. This one takes the cake though.Not only does it include sports and mascots, but Jerry Springer as well. The Mets aren't doing to bad all things considered.
That's about all for tonight. We have a team BBQ tomorrow where our team awards will be announced so I'll let you know how that goes. Also will keep you posted on SUNYAC honors.
When I write my first movie Mr.Norchi will be selecting my soundtrack.
-DeFran
Friday, April 30, 2010
Cavanagh Piece
Ryan Cavanagh is no stranger to adversity.
As a young boy he saw his father brought to death’s door. He watched as each trip his father took to the hospital made a strong, powerful man weaker and smaller. Barely old enough to understand that cancer was destroying his father’s body from the inside out; that he was dying.
“He’d go through these treatments that make you so sick you just want to give in,” Cavanagh said.
But then things changed.
His father grew stronger. He looked healthier. Things seemed to be back to normal. The cancer vanished, or so it seemed.
Years would go by. Birthdays would passed with no sign, no whisper, of the dreaded “C” word. Each passing day was a better chance the cancer was gone for good, the doctors said. Then, like a beast erupting from its slumber, it returned.
It started out as back pain. Ryan’s father, Tom, went to the doctor to get it checked out and was given a bombshell. Cancer. The pain came from a tumor that was pushing on his nerves.
Back to the hospital with the treatments that broke him down. The second time proved only harder. With cancer technology and procedures still in its premature stages, the methods were still new and raw. Treatments became harder as the veins that had already weathered one battle with cancer refused to cooperate for a second one.
At a time when Ryan should have been celebrating his senior year of high school, enjoying proms and making plans for college, he chose instead to remain at home to take care of his father.
“Everything got put on hold.” Cavanagh said. “I lived with him and took care of him.”
But once again, things changed. Cavanagh’s father became stronger and healthier, beating the disease for a second time.
Cavanagh would go on to attend college, first at Nassau Community College and then to Plattsburgh State where he would have a successful career as a face-off man. In his senior year he would be named a team captain and earn all-conference honors while re-writing the record books in regards to face-off statistics. His father there with him every step of the way.
After being named the assistant coach of the men’s lacrosse team at PSU, Cavanagh was anxious to get the team involved in a charity. While riding with his dad over the summer he asked him how he stayed so positive through two bouts of cancer.
The elder Cavanagh told him a story. Although angry at first for having been diagnosed with a form of bladder cancer that had seen no survivors, his outlook changed after one particular day of treatment. Cavanagh, who had spent his career putting away “bad guys” as a homicide detective, voiced his feelings of resentment to his doctor, who decided to take him on a walk that would change his life.
He brought him to the children’s ward of the hospital. There, Cavanagh was shocked to see young children with tubes in their throats, struggling to stay alive, unaware of the life they had yet had the opportunity to live. From that point on, Cavanagh realized how lucky he was compared to those kids, having at least had a chance to live a somewhat full life compared to these unfortunate children.
“He really had a better outlook on his treatments from then on out,” Cavanagh said.
Cavanagh was inspired by his father’s story. He decided he wanted to work with a charity that benefited children with cancer. After doing some research he came across the St. Baldricks foundation.
Founded in 2000 by three executives, the trio attempted to raise money for children’s cancer by shaving their heads. Ten years later, the foundation has grown into a multi-million dollar non-profit organization. Cavanagh said one of the most appealing factors of the charity was the percentage of donations that actually goes toward cancer research.
“If you look at a lot of charities, sometimes 50-60% of the donations are used to cover employee’s salaries,” Cavanagh said. “St. Baldricks is made up completely of volunteers so all the money is going toward cancer research.”
Cavanagh would then embark on a nine month project. The plan was to get the team to get their heads shaved during the day followed by a game that night, all on Long Island, where a majority of the players were from and therefore their families could attend.
The first step was to get a base group of sponsors. Cavanagh was surprised to find how many people were willing to donate when the opportunity presented itself.
“That was the real experience,” Cavanagh said. “To see how many people helped, I was like ‘Wow this isn’t as difficult as I thought’.”
Raising money wasn’t Cavanagh’s only job. Every detail, from who the Card’s opponent would be and where they would play down to what food would be served at the head shaving ceremony was organized by Cavanagh. Even the bag piper that played prior to the game, which was held on St. Patricks day, was set up by Cavanagh.
“I was literally in the office every day filling out tons of paper work,” Cavanagh said.
The event ended up raising $4,000 for the charity, and went off without a hitch. The cherry on top was the 25-8 win the Cardinals posted that night against Briarcliffe. Cavanagh showed no doubts when asked if all the work was worth it.
“When you give something back like that you never regret it,” Cavanagh said.
In the future, Cavanagh hopes to have the team build a tradition of doing St. Baldrick’s and possibly bring the charity to the PSU campus, making it a staple in the community similar to what Relay for Life has become. In the same way that his father did for him a summer ago, Cavanagh hopes to inspire his athletes.
“I’d really like to get all the guys involved in the setting up process,” Cavanagh said. “If we could make it the ‘lacrosse event’ on campus that’d be great.”
Thanks to Coach Cavanagh for being so willing to talk!
-DeFran
Final Lap
Today we did our senior speeches where our seniors get to talk to the team about their four years. Every year I've sat their and listened, but kinda felt that I still had a lot of time left here. Seeing guys that I've played with for the past three years talk about their experiences was definitely eye opening.
Sure, playoff wise tomorrows game means nothing. But it means a helluva lot to my teammates and me. I know no one on this team wants to send the seniors off with a loss after all they have done for us. It also helps that they beat us in overtime last year and stole the three seed from us.
I don't want to jinx us but...HOW BOUT THOSE METS!
So game at 1 p.m. tomorrow. Come out and be loud for the seniors.
Classic...
-DeFran
Friday, April 23, 2010
Along the Western front
So travel day today. Get to eat some more Brooklyn Pickle which is fantastic. Price told me he picked up Avatar for the bus ride so that should be good. Anything is better than Twilight which Coach Kav continues to threaten us to show. Yes that is, Twilight, the movie based on the book who's biggest fans are 14 year old girls. Fantastic.
Lost ten bucks yesterday on a bet I made freshman year that Tim Tebow would not go in the first round. Thank you Denver Broncos. Jets picked up DB Kyle Wilson from Boise State. Don't know much about the kid except that he had 10 tackles his freshman year in the 2007 Fiesta Bowl against Oklahoma aka the greatest game ever. Quick side note, what in gods name are the players doing in that stupid video they show of them after they get picked. Was the camera man like "Ok, for most of you this will be the first time you get serious face time on national television, so try to look like as much of an idiot as you can." Their is nothing more awkward than a 350 offensive lineman trying to dance.
Yesterday I learned an important lesson. Anyone over the age of 55 is terrible at Family Feud. Also Richard Dawson is my hero.
My astronomy teacher showed me this video last year about what would happen if an asteroid the size of Texas hit us. Pretty unreal. And who doesn't love Pink Floyd?
-DeFran
Tuesday, April 20, 2010
Bounce Back
Got a little bit of a long break until a HUGE conference game against Cortland. Also thought I'd let you guys know we revamped out website! Check it out here.
The Jets schedule came out in which they have the pleasure of playing the Ravens, Steelers, Vikings and Bengals. Fantastic. But that's OK because we just picked up JASON TAYLOR. Yeah I'll take another Pro Bowl player thank you very much.
Love me a lil Red Hot
-DeFran
Sunday, April 18, 2010
Tough Times for the Cards
On a lighter note we did watch Hook on the way home which is an epic movie. Also I did a little research and found out that not only was it directed by Steven Spielberg but also featured a young Gwyneth Paltrow in only her second on screen performance. Even weirder...Spielberg is her godfather. If that is ever a bar trivia question you can thank me later.
Big game Tuesday against Williams. Although it's not a conference game and has no bearings on our playoff chances it is still a big game none the less . Williams is a strong program from a strong conference (NESCAC) that put four teams in the NCAA tournament last year. We need to come out strong and shake the last two losses off before we finish up the remainder of our season.
In other news... the Met's seemed to have exhausted all their energy in last night's 20 inning win over the Cardinals as they are back to their losing ways. I really don't care about how the Yankees are doing so don't tell me. But who cares about all that because the Jets have SANTONIO HOLMES! With the addition of Holmes, who is suspended for the first four games for breaking the substance abuse policy, and Antonio Cromartie, who has fathered seven children by six women in five different states this year is shaping up to be very fun, on and off the field. Cromartie had to be fronted $500,000 of his salary to pay backed child support. If only they could somehow make a reality show about the team...
Sometimes you need some soul...
-DeFran
Friday, April 16, 2010
Cards in Cuse part 2
Obviously Wednesday's game was terrible. It's really hard to take away anything positive from that result. I think everyone can agree we did not play even close to our best lacrosse. The one bright spot of the whole situation was the fact that despite being down 11-4 in the fourth we did not ever give up and came within 3 goals. When it comes down to it though Wednesday hurt but we have to regroup and move on.
Luckily for us we don't have to wait too long to get back on the field. Tonight we're staying in Syracuse. Got a great sandwich at everyone's favorite Syracuse deli, The Brooklyn Pickle. A team favorite was "The Brooklyn Pickle" which consists of pastrami, roast beef, Swiss cheese and Russian dressing. Congrats to Norchi who had his first ever pastrami sandwich.
Tomorrow we head out to Geneseo. The Blue Knights are definitely a strong squad that's gonna come out hard against us. We need to come out strong and keep the pressure on for a full 60 minutes.
I hope all of you can make it out to the game. I know it's a long drive though for a lot of you islanders so any support is good support!
Sidenote- Have you people seen the new sandwich at KFC? This monstrosity of a sandwich is known as "The Double Down" and prides itself on the fact that it has no bread. The sandwich is made up of a piece of fried chicken, cheese, bacon, more cheese and another piece of fried chicken. Good god. I just read that last sentence and had a heart attack. The nutritional facts can best be described as comical: 540 calories, 32 grams of fat and 1,380 milligrams of sodium. Don't worry though, for those of you on a diet they have a grilled version as well. I think my favorite part of this whole thing are some of the comments left under the sandwich commercial on Youtube. Some of my favorites:
"And with 1 more dollar the cashier will kindly stab you in the heart"
"My friend had one of these Thursday, the funerals on Sunday"
Give it all or don't bother giving anything...
-DeFran
Sunday, April 11, 2010
Crazy Conference Commencement
Oneonta is up this Wednesday, definitely gonna be another barn burner. Quick side note, what does "barn burner" even mean. Lee Corso says it about 15 times on College Game Day episodes during college football season and too this day I have no clue why a barn burning means it will be a great game. Whatever.
In other news, the lefty won the Masters, good for him. As for Tiger....nah I'm not even going to touch that one. I will say that he gets the award for the weirdest commercial...ever. Rangers lost in a heart breaker, rough status. And how could I not mention my Mets losing two in a row to team that could technically be considered a AAA squad. Gotta love the Mets.
Team win...song about teamwork
...I wonder what Fred Savage is up to nowadays...
-DeFran
Friday, April 9, 2010
Start of SUNYACs
Well not much else to say. Hope to see you all at the game. Be sure to be plenty loud...hopefully the weather will hold up for us. Than again this is Plattsburgh we are talking about so don't hold your breath.
This video is boss...like '90s clothing boss, not the guy that does half as much work as you but gets payed twice as much boss.
-DeFran
Wednesday, April 7, 2010
A stumble against the Saints
On a lighter note, thank you to all the parents that made the trip up tonight to catch the game. Also a very big thank you to the Carpenters for a fantastic tailgate all of which was homemade (minus the pizza) and Logan's sister for convincing me to try the fruit dip/pudding which was fantastic.
SUNYAC opener on Saturday against Brockport...more on that later in the week, but start making plans to get up here and come support!
I don't think anyone can quite convey pain like Johnny Cash...
-DeFran
Tuesday, April 6, 2010
Cards making big moves
Check out the Cards making headlines! Junior goalie Logan Carpenter and senior FOSHO Ryan Price (both pictured above) were honored this week not only with SUNYAC Goalie and Player of the week but ECAC Goalie and Player of the week, a first for our program. Although these are obviously individual accolades, they "represent our success as a team" as Coach Kavanagh so eloquently put it. Therefore, I told Logan I expect a quarter of the award.
St. Lawrence is up tomorrow in our final game before our SUNYAC schedule begins. The Saints are a tough team, and it will definitely be a battle from whistle to whistle. For those of you that can make it, be sure your extra loud to make up for everyone that can't come! For those of you that will be staying home check out our live stats feed here. Now I know their seemed to be some difficulties with Clarkson's live feed last week (I heard Mr. Norchi punched his monitor). However, here at Plattsburgh State we pride ourselves in being technologically savvy and I have full confidence in our sports information director Patrick Stewart that none of you will have to abuse your computers (no pressure Patrick).
How about Duke? If Hayward would have hit that shot at the end I think my housemate/teammate Tucker Glass would have put his foot through the TV. The UCONN women won as well..shocker, I know. Also my Mets currently have a better winning percentage than the Yanks so all is right in the world. I think I'm gonna watch the Bird/Magic documentary and then hit the hay. Honestly, I know I've told you people before, but this thing is magical....wow that was a terrible pun. Seriously though, it's an awesome story that's really well done. On top of all that Bryant Gumbel curses in what may very well be my favorite quote of all time (this does not include anything said by Mike Tyson or Ron Artest who are just priceless in interviews).
Well that about wraps it up for now. I'll try and post a game recap as soon as I can tomorrow or possibly Thursday...
I know it's April but come on who doesn't love a little E,W&F....
-DeFran
Sunday, April 4, 2010
Bird is the Word
Really starting to get into the thick of our schedule now. From here on out every game is gonna be a battle from the first whistle to the last. First up is St. Lawrence, a team our program has yet to beat in its history. We are playing them in at 7 p.m. on Wednesday at home. I know this is a tough game to make for a lot of people but anyone than can make it would be greatly appreciated.
It seems every time I write about a team in here when it comes to march madness (Siena, Syracuse, West Virginia) they lose. So on Monday I'm definetly rooting for Duke! I mean come on their is no way the big three can be stopped by some chumps from Indianapolis (wink,wink).
I'm not a big Yankee fan...gotta support the Mets (or as some of my friends like to call them, the Muts). But in support of the a fellow New York team on opening day...
-DeFran
Thursday, April 1, 2010
Dirty Birds flying high
That about sums up my thoughts on yesterdays game.
Clarkson jumped out to an early 4-0 lead but once again we stayed calm and kept battling back. Both teams made runs and with 1:30 left and a 12-12 score Clarkson took possession of the ball. The Golden Knights then hit about three posts and Logan made a huge save in some of the most heart pounding 2 minutes of my life. The game then went to OT where we had another two and half blood-pumping minutes until Luke "Flega Fage" Flegar sweeped across the box and scored the game winner, then celebrating by doing the dirty bird. Funny story: Two days ago in practice Flegar asked coach if we would get in trouble for celebrating after a goal. He then told us all how he'd love to do the dirty bird after a goal. Funny how things worked out. Big game Saturday for the home opener. More on that tomorrow.
Have you heard?
-DeFran
Tuesday, March 30, 2010
North Country Rivalry
Not much to talk about this past week. Just plenty of practices preparing for the second half of the schedule. Tomorrow we have Clarkson. I know that on paper it looks like their not gonna be a good squad, they're currently 0-7, but they have played some tough competition. Also we haven't beaten this team since 2006. We need to come out firing like I know we can.
The game is at 4 p.m. at Clarkson so I know that will be a tough game to make for most of you...BUT...lucky for all of you we have a remedy. Clarkson, like good ole PSUC, uses live stats for all their home games. So go here at 4 p.m. and you can watching the running box score of the game. You'll practically be in the North Country with us, minus the weather and Canadian accents.
Quick side note- I just check ESPN and the UCONN woman's basketball team won their regional final game against FSU....wait for it....wait for it....90-50. That's boss.
I know people have been making requests for songs...but tonight I feel like playing something for myself because..well...I can.
-DeFran
Sunday, March 21, 2010
March Madness
Coach gave us a couple days off to work on academics HA....but seriously. Our next game isn't for another week and a half when we face off against North Country rival Clarkson on the 31st so we have a bit of a layoff.
It's snowing here which is just a fantastic welcome home for us. Nothing like going from chilling by Tansey's pool in 70 degree weather to coming to the frozen tundra.
I leave you with a jam requested by Mr. Norchi....
-DeFran
-DeFran
Friday, March 19, 2010
Loose in Cuse
I'd like to thank the Carni's for feeding us a phenomenal dinner of sausage and peppers and pasta among other things. This was the THIRD family this spring break to have us over their house and all three were superb. However, by law I'm required to tell you that my mothers cooking was the best.
Tomorrows a big game for us so I hope to see you all there. For those of you that can make it out be sure to be loud.
Here's another classic..
-DeFran
Cardinals > Ospreys
Also quick side note, sophomore middie Brandon "B-Nasty" Smith had the most absurd goal I've seen in a long time. After beating his man he dived around the goalie and couple more defense men to put it in. Straight up Gary Gait in the Dome circa 1990. Unfortunately at this point the score was already pretty out of hand and I don't think the ref's wanted to demoralize the other team to bad so they called B-Nasty in the crease. Either way the goal was out of control and deserves a shout out.
Not much else to say. It is however 4 a.m. and we just got to the hotel so I think I'm gonna pass out. I just would like to give a big obscene gesture to the capital district before I go. Not only did you have horrible weather while we were their on spring break postponing out games, you ruined my bracket. Georgetown....come on really?? I picked you guys to win it all and you decide to lose to A FOURTEEN SEED?! You were playing Ohio NOT Ohio State you know? Now that my bracket is essentially toilet paper I guess I'll cheer for 'Cuse considering all my roommates are orange crazed. First though my full support is behind Siena, considering they have a Poughkeepsie native in star g/f Edwin Ubiles. Ubiles also happens to be related to former Plattsburgh star baller Anthony Williams, weird.
Also big thanks to the Tansey's for being crazy enough to open their home and let us eat their fantastic food. It's gonna be hard eating microwavable dinners every night when I go back to school.
Great song...even better video:
-DeFran
Wednesday, March 17, 2010
Baldys do work
1.Weidlein reached 200 points, the first player to reach such a milestone in PSUC history.
2.Price broke his own record set at Farmingdale, scooping up 19 groundballs in one game.
3.We had the programs first international goal scorer (I believe). Joe "I speak properly" Tyers scored his first collegiate goal.
Another big day tomorrow with lunch at the Tansey's and a game at Richard Stockton so I'm gonna wrap this up. I leave you with a classic that and a favorite of Tom Cavanagh, Assistant Coach Ryan Cavanagh's dad and avid reader/listener of the blog. Both Cavanagh's were the driving force behind getting the St Baldricks event off the ground so this ones for you:
-DeFran