By Shane from Centerpoint Many young men in the state of Alabama grow up dreaming of playing football for the University of Alabama. There are only a few who actually complete the journey and fulfill their desire to wear the famed “crimson jerseyâ€. However, there are some who are destined to reach that goal and [...]
Archive | September, 2009
Alabama-Kentucky preview notes
Want to know a few storylines headed into the Alabama-Kentucky game? UA released the game notes, and here they are for your reading pleasure. There are some interesting bits of trivia included below for those interested in these types of things. Again, notes are courtesy of UA. Enjoy. GAME 5: Alabama (4-0, 1-0 SEC) vs. [...]
Recruiting: Q&A with Jason Cormier
Editor’s note: Hope you enjoy this Q&A with a Texas high school football player. T.J. Walls wrote this, and I thought it was a very interesting look at a recruit wanting to play football in the south. By T.J. Walls If you are from the state of Alabama you probably are aware that football is [...]
Alabama football: replacing Hightower & news
The Alabama Crimson Tide held meetings and a a walk-through Monday as preparation for Kentucky began. “This is going to be a challenging game for us in all phases of the game,†Alabama head coach Nick Saban said at his weekly press conference Monday. “This is probably the best team we have played so far [...]
Alabama football: Hightower out; Harris back soon
Powered by Mochila According to the AP, “The Tide did get timely news on the status of another linebacker. Sophomore Jerrell Harris will return from an NCAA suspension for the Oct. 17 game with South Carolina. Harris was battling for a starting job in fall camp and was a backup at two spots.” (you can [...]
Shane: Through Crimson-colored glasses
By Shane from Centerpoint The Alabama Crimson Tide cruised through Saturday’s dominating victory over Bob Petrino’s Arkansas Razorbacks like a bull elephant, stomping the Hogs with surprising ease. That’s two years in a row that Nick Saban (actually Kirby Smart) has made one of the nation’s best offensive minds look clueless. Petrino entered Bryant-Denny stadium [...]
Richardson Named SEC Freshman of the Week
Alabama’s Trent Richardson gets some recognition. Here is the official release: TUSCALOOSA – Alabama freshman running back Trent Richardson has been named the Southeastern Conference Freshman of the Week, following his performance against the Arkansas Razorbacks last Saturday afternoon in Tuscaloosa. It was Alabama’s third SEC Player of the Week award winner this season and [...]
Alabama football: A team offensive philosophy
Powered by Mochila Some really great quotes in this AP story (read the entire story embedded in this post): Alabama didn’t have a 100-yard rusher or receiver. Mark Ingram didn’t produce the No. 3 Crimson Tide’s biggest run nor Julio Jones its longest pass play. The Tide continued to spread the wealth in Saturday’s 35-7 [...]
Alabama football: Monday news & links
The big news for the Alabama Crimson Tide came Sunday when Alabama football coach Nick Saban announced Dont’a Hightower would require season-ending surgery. “Dont’a Hightower’s MRI confirmed that he has ligament damage in his knee that will require surgery,” Saban said. “Dont’a is a fine young man, has been an outstanding player for us, and [...]
Alabama’s Hightower will need surgery
Statement from Alabama head coach Nick Saban on sophomore linebacker Dont’a Hightower: “Dont’a Hightower’s MRI confirmed that he has ligament damage in his knee that will require surgery. Dont’a is a fine young man, has been an outstanding player for us, and we are confident he will make a full recovery.†Nick Saban’s statement released [...]
Alabama gains another first place vote; gains on Texas
Powered by Mochila According to the AP, No. 1 Florida, No. 2 Texas and No. 3 Alabama held their places in the media poll released Sunday, but 15 teams moved up or down at least three spots. LSU is up to No. 4 after barely avoiding an upset at Mississippi State on Saturday. No. 5 [...]
Alabama football: Sunday news & links
Alabama holds at number 3 in the AP poll after a week of excitement. According to the AP, “No. 1 Florida, No. 2 Texas and No. 3 Alabama held their places in the media poll released Sunday, but 15 teams moved up or down at least three spots.” LSU is #4, Boise State is #5 [...]
Bama’s McElroy feasts on Arkansas defense for 3 TDs
Powered by Mochila The Alabama Crimson Tide defeated Arkansas 35-7. AP: Greg McElroy passed for a career-high 291 yards and three touchdowns and No. 3 Alabama opened Southeastern Conference play with a 35-7 win over Arkansas on Saturday. The Crimson Tide (4-0, 1-0) picked on the Razorbacks’ beleaguered defense with three huge plays and blocked [...]
Game notes: Alabama defeats Arkansas
Here are game notes from the Arkansas media relations and Alabama media relations: POST-GAME NOTES ALABAMA vs. ARKANSAS Saturday, September 26, 2009 Bryan-Denny Stadium – Tuscaloosa, Ala. McELROY TO MAZE 80-YARD TD PLAY TIES FOR 6TH-LONGEST PASS TD IN U.A. HISTORY Sophomore receiver Marquis Maze took a Greg McElroy pass for an 80-yard touchdown play, [...]
Alabama vs. Arkansas Live Game Blog
As always, you supply the commentary. #3 Alabama Crimson Tide vs. Arkansas Razorbacks
Arkansas Gameday morning links
It is Saturday morning and rain continues in the forecast. According to the National Weather Service, “Showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 10am. High near 84. Calm wind becoming southwest around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%.” Of course, it is before 8 a.m. and rain is already falling in the state. You can see [...]
Alabama football: Tide opens SEC play
Powered by Mochila AP: No. 3 Alabama tight end Colin Peek doesn’t think anyone should pay attention to that rout of Arkansas last season. That was pre-Ryan Mallett, after all, and coach Bobby Petrino’s offense hadn’t yet clicked into gear. Plus, Crimson Tide coach Nick Saban insists the Razorbacks’ defense is much improved. On the [...]
Alabama football: Friday news & links
The Alabama Crimson Tide concluded practice Thursday for Arkansas. It looks like Julio Jones will play this weekend. “We’ve had a good week, a hard week, the players have worked hard and it’s been hot outside,†Alabama head coach Nick Saban said. “This kind of offense there are a lot of passes, a lot of [...]
Ole Miss not ready for Top 5
Powered by Mochila Game recap by the AP: Mississippi wasn’t ready for the Top 5 — or South Carolina’s defense. Star passer Jevan Snead was hounded all game and the fourth-ranked Rebels never got in gear, losing to South Carolina 16-10 Thursday night. South Carolina (3-1, 1-1 Southeastern Conference) had been 1-31 all-time against Top [...]
CBS College Sports is coming to ‘Bama
Something to do this Saturday: If you’re going to be at the game this Saturday stop by the CBS College Sports Network SEC Tailgate. Starting at 11am on the lawn of Doster Hall we will have free giveaways, temporary tattoos, cheer cards, activities, and more. We will be broadcasting a LIVE show from 1-2pm CT [...]
Alabama’s athletic offensive line
Powered by Mochila Alabama’s football team was supposed to have a challenge rebuilding its line. So far, the rebuilding effort has exceeded expectations. According to the AP, the offensive line has been “effective” because the line is more athletic this season. Here is an excerpt (entire AP story embedded in this post). AP: Despite the [...]
SEC Preview: Mississippi vs. South Carolina
Powered by Mochila A good Thursday night game this week as Ole Miss plays South Carolina. AP: What’s at Stake The Rebels rise’ to the top five. Wins over Memphis and Southeastern Louisiana were nice, but Mississippi expects to receive a stronger test in the Southeastern Conference opener against the Gamecocks. Rebels QB Jevan Snead [...]
Alabama football: Thursday news & links
Alabama practiced for two hours Wednesday as it prepares for Arkansas. The big question continues to be the health of two football players–Alabama Crimson Tide receiver Julio Jones and running back Roy Upchurch. Both practiced, and during the SEC teleconference on Wednesday, Alabama’s coach Nick Saban said he was hopeful both would play this weekend. [...]
Capstone Saturdays: Moral Victories
Moral Victories Editorial Cartoon This one was inspired by a UT brother who, sitting at 1-2, actually said:  ”I just want to know if you Bamer’s still think UT hired an “idiot” in Kiffin. You all have been very silent of late.”
Alabama football: Wednesday news & links
The Alabama Crimson Tide worked out for two hours in pads during Tuesday’s football practice. The Tide is gearing up for its SEC opener against Arkansas. On Wednesday Alabama football coach Nick Saban speaks to the press so look for an update on that later today. Several links today about the upcoming game, and scroll [...]
Alabama football: Tuesday news & links
The Alabama Crimson Tide practiced Monday indoors in Tuscaloosa. The Tide is getting ready for its SEC opener against the Arkansas Razorbacks. “Arkansas, to me, is one of the best offensive teams in the country,†Saban said at his weekly press conference on Monday. “Bobby Petrino has always been one of the best offensive coaches, [...]
Five Things We Know
Three weeks into the 2009 college football season, here are five things we know. 1. Alabama has a quarterback. Greg McElroy has exceeded expectations so far. 647 yards passing (an average of 215 per game), 4 touchdowns and a 66% completion percentage, including a UA record for consecutive completions. And this with only one complete [...]
Saban & Alabama prep for Petrino & Arkansas
Powered by Mochila From the AP: Alabama coach Nick Saban wants to get one thing straight: Sacks aren’t the measure of a defense, they just look pretty on the stat sheet. The third-ranked Crimson Tide didn’t get one against North Texas, but forced Nathan Tune to settle for quick dumpoffs and short passes. Sacks or [...]
Hoover braces for baseball tournament without Bama
As the Southeastern Conference baseball tournament begins, Hoover businesses are getting ready to feel, well, not much of anything. Since [...]