Recent content by SimpsonElmwood

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    New York Giants draft pick in the first round -

    I will admit I have never been to a Giant or Jet game, even though I've lived in NYC since 1998! Happy to go to any FB, BB or LAX game in Piscataway.
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    Story: Tre Singleton to the portal

    I agree with your assessment. Tre is a slow jumper.
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    So Finally a BIG National Champ in Basketball

    I ended up going to the game and it was a fantastic experience. If you're a hoops fan within driving distance of the Final Four site, check StubHub and SeatGeek while the 2nd semifinal game is being played. Make a provisional hotel reservation if you need on Monday night. If prices are below...
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    Where the Roster Stands

    Gus's brother is also in the portal with one year of eligibility left.
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    Bennerman Destination

    Blake Barkley averaged 14.6/5 this year at East Tennessee St.. who finished first in their regular season!
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    Former NU assistant Billy Donlon hired by Eastern Michigan

    I remember when he was a ballboy for NU and now he's a veteran coach. Yikes.
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    LAWYER POLL: Could Martinelli sue for a 5th year? He played less than 15% of potential minutes as a freshman

    I would love to have Nick back, but I don't see a loophole for Nick to get through for another year!
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    Northwestern's season, Martinelli's career, come to a close with 81-68 loss to Purdue

    @mshelton33 it was great to see you on the road a few times this year for FB and BB. Thanks Lou and Matt for keeping us informed by traveling to far corners of the B1G footprint.
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    6 wins in 6 days? WE GOT THIS

    There is still a chance!!! Go Cats!
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    Game Thread: Northwestern vs. Oregon

    Watched this from my iPhone in Athens! OPA NICK!!! Heart of a lion.
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    Fun player comparison

    Ciravino?
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    OT: RIP Robert Duvall (95)

    A decade ago, I was doing an ad campaign with Robert Duvall in a supporting role. The ad was shot in Newark NJ. RD and his wife drove up to Newark from Florida. He and his wife could not have been nicer to our team. They were also loving to one another. One problem. He struggled to remember his...
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    Game Thread: Northwestern vs. Indiana

    When they got #5 on Nick it was clear Nick could score consistently. #5 stopped him once but it was a fluke.
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    Game Thread: Northwestern vs. Indiana

    IU hoops fans are the biggest ref complainers other than Purdue fans. Bunch of babies.
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    Game Thread: Northwestern vs. Indiana

    Devries was flopping all night. That may have caused the no call at the end.