Tuesday, January 30, 2007
Happy Hour Wednesday at Cozymel's in East Memphis
The Memphis Happy Hour Club is looking to meet up tomorrow at Cozymel's in East Memphis. This a group of young professionals that is looking to have a monthly happy hour just to blow off steam and what not. The happy hour locations will vary from month to month.
Sunday, January 21, 2007
No Superbowl For The Saints, Peyton Gets The Big Win
Looks like I was wrong about the Saints today. The Bears played a great game. Major props need to go to Sean Payton, the Saints and all of their loyal fans. It was a tremendous season that re-instilled a sense of pride in the New Orleans community. Off-season priorities for the Saints should address needs at cornerback and linebacker via the draft or free agency.
Peyton Manning and the Indianapolis Colts will represent the AFC in the Superbowl. The Colts had an incredible second half scoring 30 plus points and beating the Patriots.
I'm going to give the early edge to the Colts in the Superbowl. It will be a classic battle of the Colts spread offense against the Bears tenacious defensive. The Colts will make more big plays and edge out the win. If Rex Grossman plays a solid game, the outcome could favor the Bears.
Peyton Manning and the Indianapolis Colts will represent the AFC in the Superbowl. The Colts had an incredible second half scoring 30 plus points and beating the Patriots.
I'm going to give the early edge to the Colts in the Superbowl. It will be a classic battle of the Colts spread offense against the Bears tenacious defensive. The Colts will make more big plays and edge out the win. If Rex Grossman plays a solid game, the outcome could favor the Bears.
Restaurant Commentary: Firebirds Rocky Mountain Grill - Collierville, TN
Friday night we ventured out of our comfort zone and went to Collierville to eat at Firebirds Rocky Mountain Grill. I usually wouldn't go that far away for a meal, but we had gift certificates to the restaurant.
We arrived around 7pm and were told that we would have an hour wait before we would be seated. At any other location I would have walked away, but the restaurant is located in the Avenue Carriage Crossing outdoor mall. We killed time browsing at stores like World Market and Barnes and Noble.
Firebirds is known for their steaks and prime rib, but neither of us went that route. For starters we had the Lobster Queso dip. The Lobster Queso was blend of cheese, spinach (more cheese than spinach) and lobster. It was served with tortilla chips.
NL had the half smoked chicken. I had a small taste and was impressed with the flavor of the bird. I had the Buffalo Meatloaf. I'm not a fan of meatloaf, but this was really good. It was light and packed with flavor. It was served with mashed potatoes and a mushroom gravy. Portions were plentiful and made great leftovers the next day.
If you go to Firebirds, I recommend the house wine. Firebirds Red is a bordeaux style proprietary blend (bottled by Girard Winery) and for $36 a bottle its a great value.
We arrived around 7pm and were told that we would have an hour wait before we would be seated. At any other location I would have walked away, but the restaurant is located in the Avenue Carriage Crossing outdoor mall. We killed time browsing at stores like World Market and Barnes and Noble.
Firebirds is known for their steaks and prime rib, but neither of us went that route. For starters we had the Lobster Queso dip. The Lobster Queso was blend of cheese, spinach (more cheese than spinach) and lobster. It was served with tortilla chips.
NL had the half smoked chicken. I had a small taste and was impressed with the flavor of the bird. I had the Buffalo Meatloaf. I'm not a fan of meatloaf, but this was really good. It was light and packed with flavor. It was served with mashed potatoes and a mushroom gravy. Portions were plentiful and made great leftovers the next day.
If you go to Firebirds, I recommend the house wine. Firebirds Red is a bordeaux style proprietary blend (bottled by Girard Winery) and for $36 a bottle its a great value.
It's Championship Sunday
I still find it hard to believe that the New Orleans Saints are in the NFC Championship game today. I've been a die-hard Saints fan for my entire life (my family has had season tickets since the franchise came into existence in the 60's) and they have consistently been a bad program. The combination of Brees, McAllister, Bush and Coulston should give the Bears fits today. The Saints biggest enemy will be the winter conditions at Soldier field. Most analysts are picking the Saints to win. I'm going with the experts on this one, but the score will be much closer than expected. Saints 24 Bears 20
I'm also pulling for the Colts today. Colts 31 Patriots 21
I'm also pulling for the Colts today. Colts 31 Patriots 21
Monday, January 15, 2007
Greater Memphis Arts Council’s Bravo Memphis Celebrates Twilight with Tennessee
Playhouse on the Square proudly presents Tennessee Williams’s Cat on a Hot Tin Roof
MEMPHIS-January 10, 2007 - Bravo Memphis, The Greater Memphis Arts Council’s young professional organization, continues its 2006-7 season on Thursday, January 25 at Playhouse on the Square with Tennessee Williams’s Cat on a Hot Tin Roof. Young professionals age 21 to 40 will have the opportunity to attend a special reception and dress rehearsal preview of Cat on a Hot Tin Roof before the show opens to the public.
FAST FACTS
What: Bravo Memphis’s “Twilight with Tennessee” at Playhouse on the Square featuring Cat on a Hot Tin Roof
When: Thursday, January 25, Reception begins at 6:00 pm
Where: Playhouse on the Square, Memphis
For What Group: Young professionals, 21 to 40.
Entry Fee: Free to members, $20 to non-members
Sponsored By: Bancorp South, Bach’s Lunch, and Michelob Ultra
Giveaway: Sign up to win a gift certificate from Barnes & Noble/Bookstar.
Bravo’s evening at Playhouse on the Square will begin with an opening reception at 6:00 pm featuring hors d’oeuvres from Bach’s Lunch and cocktails. Attendance is free for members and $20 for non-members. All attendees will have an opportunity to sign up to win a gift certificate from Barnes & Noble/Bookstar.
Memberships will be available to all non-members at the sign-in table at the reception. Memberships will cover the ticket price to the remaining arts events this season, plus complimentary cocktails and hors d’oeuvres at a social hour before each event. Members also have the chance to meet the leaders and performers at local arts organizations and get a “backstage talk” before every event.
Visit www.memphisartscouncil.org (click on the Bravo Memphis box) for more info.
MEMPHIS-January 10, 2007 - Bravo Memphis, The Greater Memphis Arts Council’s young professional organization, continues its 2006-7 season on Thursday, January 25 at Playhouse on the Square with Tennessee Williams’s Cat on a Hot Tin Roof. Young professionals age 21 to 40 will have the opportunity to attend a special reception and dress rehearsal preview of Cat on a Hot Tin Roof before the show opens to the public.
FAST FACTS
What: Bravo Memphis’s “Twilight with Tennessee” at Playhouse on the Square featuring Cat on a Hot Tin Roof
When: Thursday, January 25, Reception begins at 6:00 pm
Where: Playhouse on the Square, Memphis
For What Group: Young professionals, 21 to 40.
Entry Fee: Free to members, $20 to non-members
Sponsored By: Bancorp South, Bach’s Lunch, and Michelob Ultra
Giveaway: Sign up to win a gift certificate from Barnes & Noble/Bookstar.
Bravo’s evening at Playhouse on the Square will begin with an opening reception at 6:00 pm featuring hors d’oeuvres from Bach’s Lunch and cocktails. Attendance is free for members and $20 for non-members. All attendees will have an opportunity to sign up to win a gift certificate from Barnes & Noble/Bookstar.
Memberships will be available to all non-members at the sign-in table at the reception. Memberships will cover the ticket price to the remaining arts events this season, plus complimentary cocktails and hors d’oeuvres at a social hour before each event. Members also have the chance to meet the leaders and performers at local arts organizations and get a “backstage talk” before every event.
Visit www.memphisartscouncil.org (click on the Bravo Memphis box) for more info.
Friday, January 12, 2007
The new Young At Art at the Dixon
Mark your calendars and call your friends! Young At Art is throwing their biggest party of the year on Friday, February 2, 2007.
There will be cocktails, music by Charlie Wood, a silent auction and more.
Sunday, January 07, 2007
Wednesday, January 03, 2007
A little something for Memphis Area Trekies and RPG fanatics
I was informed today that ShadowCon XI will be held in Memphis this weekend. This should bring a costumed crowd to the Holiday Inn on Mt. Moriah. Unfortunately for ShadowCon attendees, adult entertainment is no longer just a few steps away.
It might be worth it to go to Hooter's on Mt. Moriah during or after the event. Imagine the people watching with attractive Hooter's girls mingling with your favorite Star Wars character.
Check out ShadowCon's website for more information.
It might be worth it to go to Hooter's on Mt. Moriah during or after the event. Imagine the people watching with attractive Hooter's girls mingling with your favorite Star Wars character.
Check out ShadowCon's website for more information.
Thursday, December 28, 2006
Breaking News: Memphis Grizzlies Fire Fratello
From the Memphis Grizzlies
Memphis, Tennessee - December 28, 2006 - Memphis Grizzlies President of Basketball Operations Jerry West announced today that Mike Fratello has been relieved of his head coaching duties.
Fratello led Memphis to a 95-83 record after he was hired on December 2, 2004 as the Grizzlies' seventh head coach in team history. He led the Grizzlies to two postseason appearances, and became the franchise's all-time winningest head coach in April. This season, Fratello led the Grizzlies to a 6-24 record.
"I'd like to thank Mike for the contributions he made to the Grizzlies organization," said West. "He is a great coach and friend, and he did an outstanding job guiding this team to two playoff appearances in Memphis. We just felt it was time to make a change and move in a different direction based on our record and future goals. We wish Mike the best in his future endeavors."
"I would like to thank Michael Heisley and Jerry West for the opportunity to come to Memphis and be a part of the Grizzlies organization," said Fratello. "I came here a little more than two years ago, and in my first season inherited a 5-11 team that we turned around to win 45 games and advance to the playoffs. We built on that record the following year to win 49 games and return to the playoffs for a second consecutive season. Unfortunately, this season has been one of disarray starting this past summer. I am sorry I have not been able to find a way up to this point to turn things around, and I understand why a change needs to be made. Things will get better with both an abundance of home games coming up and the eventual return of Lawrence Roberts and Kyle Lowry from their injuries."
"I would like to thank the many wonderful people I have met while in Memphis, both in basketball and around the community," continued Fratello. "I'd like to thank my staff and players for their hard work over the last two seasons. I wish them nothing but the best."
Fratello came to the Grizzlies as one of the NBA's most successful coaches in history, ranking 19th on the all-time wins list and 21st on the all-time games coached list when he joined the team. A 16-year coaching veteran, his teams have qualified for the NBA playoffs in 11 of his 16 seasons as a head coach. He earned his 600th career win as a head coach on March 4, 2005, only the 19th coach all-time to reach the 600-win plateau.
A search for an interim head coach will begin immediately.
Jerry West will meet with the media tomorrow at 11 a.m. in the press conference room at FedExForum.
Memphis, Tennessee - December 28, 2006 - Memphis Grizzlies President of Basketball Operations Jerry West announced today that Mike Fratello has been relieved of his head coaching duties.
Fratello led Memphis to a 95-83 record after he was hired on December 2, 2004 as the Grizzlies' seventh head coach in team history. He led the Grizzlies to two postseason appearances, and became the franchise's all-time winningest head coach in April. This season, Fratello led the Grizzlies to a 6-24 record.
"I'd like to thank Mike for the contributions he made to the Grizzlies organization," said West. "He is a great coach and friend, and he did an outstanding job guiding this team to two playoff appearances in Memphis. We just felt it was time to make a change and move in a different direction based on our record and future goals. We wish Mike the best in his future endeavors."
"I would like to thank Michael Heisley and Jerry West for the opportunity to come to Memphis and be a part of the Grizzlies organization," said Fratello. "I came here a little more than two years ago, and in my first season inherited a 5-11 team that we turned around to win 45 games and advance to the playoffs. We built on that record the following year to win 49 games and return to the playoffs for a second consecutive season. Unfortunately, this season has been one of disarray starting this past summer. I am sorry I have not been able to find a way up to this point to turn things around, and I understand why a change needs to be made. Things will get better with both an abundance of home games coming up and the eventual return of Lawrence Roberts and Kyle Lowry from their injuries."
"I would like to thank the many wonderful people I have met while in Memphis, both in basketball and around the community," continued Fratello. "I'd like to thank my staff and players for their hard work over the last two seasons. I wish them nothing but the best."
Fratello came to the Grizzlies as one of the NBA's most successful coaches in history, ranking 19th on the all-time wins list and 21st on the all-time games coached list when he joined the team. A 16-year coaching veteran, his teams have qualified for the NBA playoffs in 11 of his 16 seasons as a head coach. He earned his 600th career win as a head coach on March 4, 2005, only the 19th coach all-time to reach the 600-win plateau.
A search for an interim head coach will begin immediately.
Jerry West will meet with the media tomorrow at 11 a.m. in the press conference room at FedExForum.
Sunday, December 24, 2006
Restaurant Commentary: Nuvolari's - Mandeville, LA
For Christmas Eve dinner, my family went to Nuvolari's in Mandeville, LA. This was my first visit to this Italian restaurant in over five years. As always, the atmosphere and staff were excellent.
For appetizers, the table enjoyed crab cakes and potato gnocchi with a gorganzola cream sauce. Both were splendid. My main course was a pork osso bucco. The braised pork was tender and falling of the bone. I highly recommend it. Others at the table had pecan crusted chicken pasta, genoa shrimp and beef tornedos. All were very happy with the meal.
Although we had a wonderful bottle of 2002 Jordan Cabernet Sauvignon with dinner, I was not impressed with the wine list. There were a couple of nice bottles on the list, but that was it. Otherwise, it was filled with a good bit of average wines.
Don't let the wine list keep you away, I still recommended Nuvolari's in Mandeville, LA. Located just minutes from the Northshore Lakefront, it would be a perfect place to enjoy a meal with your family or your significant other.
If you go, ask for Albert as your server.
For appetizers, the table enjoyed crab cakes and potato gnocchi with a gorganzola cream sauce. Both were splendid. My main course was a pork osso bucco. The braised pork was tender and falling of the bone. I highly recommend it. Others at the table had pecan crusted chicken pasta, genoa shrimp and beef tornedos. All were very happy with the meal.
Although we had a wonderful bottle of 2002 Jordan Cabernet Sauvignon with dinner, I was not impressed with the wine list. There were a couple of nice bottles on the list, but that was it. Otherwise, it was filled with a good bit of average wines.
Don't let the wine list keep you away, I still recommended Nuvolari's in Mandeville, LA. Located just minutes from the Northshore Lakefront, it would be a perfect place to enjoy a meal with your family or your significant other.
If you go, ask for Albert as your server.
Saturday, December 23, 2006
It's Holiday Time
Christmas is only a couple of days a way. One of the best parts about the time of year is going to holiday parties. Time spent with co-workers, friends, free booze and food...what's not to love?
Over the past couple of weeks I made it to a few company holiday parties, the best being at Napa Cafe with NL's company. Great food and good wine. With her "Pass The Trash" gift exchange, I think we she came away with a wonderful knife set.
My office had an okay party, but it was hard to let loose on a Wednsday night. If held on a "school night," companies parties should come with an arrive late at work card for the next day. Otherwise, move the parties to a Friday night. I have no problems getting sauced up for free with co-workers on a Friday night and then going out after. Anyway, we had decent finger foods, an open bar and a Dirty Santa gift exchange. After my original gift was stolen (a back massager), I wound up with a glassware set of 6 pint glasses and 6 shot glasses. I'm fairly confident that these will come into use.
Christmas time wouldn't be complete without a holiday dinner party at a friend's house. I contributed 4 bottles of wine and some home made Italian rice balls to the gathering. The seven of us shared 6 bottles of wine and 5 bottle of champagne along with a tremendous meal of beef tenderloin and several side items. Needless to say, I was dying the next morning. Champagne is evil.
I'm glad this year's holiday parties were some what low key. I'm sure my body appreciates it. Little does my body know, I'm saving the best party for New Year's Eve.
Over the past couple of weeks I made it to a few company holiday parties, the best being at Napa Cafe with NL's company. Great food and good wine. With her "Pass The Trash" gift exchange, I think we she came away with a wonderful knife set.
My office had an okay party, but it was hard to let loose on a Wednsday night. If held on a "school night," companies parties should come with an arrive late at work card for the next day. Otherwise, move the parties to a Friday night. I have no problems getting sauced up for free with co-workers on a Friday night and then going out after. Anyway, we had decent finger foods, an open bar and a Dirty Santa gift exchange. After my original gift was stolen (a back massager), I wound up with a glassware set of 6 pint glasses and 6 shot glasses. I'm fairly confident that these will come into use.
Christmas time wouldn't be complete without a holiday dinner party at a friend's house. I contributed 4 bottles of wine and some home made Italian rice balls to the gathering. The seven of us shared 6 bottles of wine and 5 bottle of champagne along with a tremendous meal of beef tenderloin and several side items. Needless to say, I was dying the next morning. Champagne is evil.
I'm glad this year's holiday parties were some what low key. I'm sure my body appreciates it. Little does my body know, I'm saving the best party for New Year's Eve.
Monday, December 11, 2006
Football is almost over...
With college football season coming to an end in a couple of weeks and the hectic planning period at work wrapping up, I will have more time to contribute random stuff to this so-called blog.
There is nothing too different going on in Memphis. The bar and club scene is relatively unchanged and there haven't been too many new restaurants that have opened lately. In other typical Memphis news, a member of the Ford family is under federal investigation, Rickey Peete is once again accepting bribes and Platinum Plus has temporarlily shut its doors.
Over the next couple of weeks look for commentaries on local eateries like Pita Wraps, Molly's, Hooters (Downtown vs Mt. Moriah) and New Orleans' Jackson. Plus its holiday time. I can't wait to share holiday office party stories.
More later...
There is nothing too different going on in Memphis. The bar and club scene is relatively unchanged and there haven't been too many new restaurants that have opened lately. In other typical Memphis news, a member of the Ford family is under federal investigation, Rickey Peete is once again accepting bribes and Platinum Plus has temporarlily shut its doors.
Over the next couple of weeks look for commentaries on local eateries like Pita Wraps, Molly's, Hooters (Downtown vs Mt. Moriah) and New Orleans' Jackson. Plus its holiday time. I can't wait to share holiday office party stories.
More later...
Thursday, December 07, 2006
Memphis Lagniappe's Fabled College Football Playoff Predictions Week of 12/4/06 (Final)
Memphis Lagniappe's Fabled College Football Playoff Predictions are published weekly to show a possible college football playoff format. Similar to the NCAA basketball tournament, 11 conference champions receive automatic bids. 5 additional spots are available for at-large bids.
Round 1 games would be hosted by the higher ranked seeds. Rounds 2 - 4 would incorporate the bowl system with host cities/bowls bidding to host the games. The "Big 4" BCS bowls would be permanent playoff hosts on a round-rotating basis (Championship, semi-finals and 1 round 2 game).
The playoff field for the week of 12/4/06 (Final):
1. Ohio State (Big 10 Champion)
2. Florida (SEC Champion)
3. Michigan (At Large Big 10)
4. Louisville (Big East Champion)
5. LSU (At Large SEC)
6. Oklahoma (Big 12 Champion)
7. Wisconsin (At Large Big 10)
8. USC (Pac 10 Champion)
9. Boise State (WAC Champion)
10. West Virginia (At Large Big East)
11. Arkansas (At Large SEC)
12. Wake Forest (ACC Champion)
13. BYU (MWC Champion)
14. Houston (CUSA Champion)
15. Central Michigan (MAC Champion)
16. Troy (Sunbelt Champion)
Dropped out: Rutgers (#11, At Large Big East)
Number Of Teams by Conference:
Big 10 (3), SEC (3), Big East (2), ACC (1), Big 12 (1), CUSA (1), MAC (1), MWC (1), Pac 10 (1), Sunbelt (1), WAC (1), Independent (0)
Match ups round by round assuming higher seeds win.
Round 1
(16) Troy vs (1) Ohio State
(9) Boise State vs (8) USC
(12) Wake Forest vs (5) LSU
(13) BYU vs (4) Louisville
(11) Arkansas vs (6) Oklahoma
(14) Houston vs (3) Michigan
(10 West Virginia vs (7) Wisconsin
(15) Central Michigan vs (2) Florida
Round 2
(8) USC vs (1) Ohio State
(5) LSU vs (4) Louisville
(6) Oklahoma vs (3) Michigan
(7) Wisconsin vs (2) Florida
Round 3
(4) Louisville vs (1) Ohio State
(3) Michigan vs (2) Florida
Championship Game
(2) Florida vs (1) Ohio State
Round 1 games would be hosted by the higher ranked seeds. Rounds 2 - 4 would incorporate the bowl system with host cities/bowls bidding to host the games. The "Big 4" BCS bowls would be permanent playoff hosts on a round-rotating basis (Championship, semi-finals and 1 round 2 game).
The playoff field for the week of 12/4/06 (Final):
1. Ohio State (Big 10 Champion)
2. Florida (SEC Champion)
3. Michigan (At Large Big 10)
4. Louisville (Big East Champion)
5. LSU (At Large SEC)
6. Oklahoma (Big 12 Champion)
7. Wisconsin (At Large Big 10)
8. USC (Pac 10 Champion)
9. Boise State (WAC Champion)
10. West Virginia (At Large Big East)
11. Arkansas (At Large SEC)
12. Wake Forest (ACC Champion)
13. BYU (MWC Champion)
14. Houston (CUSA Champion)
15. Central Michigan (MAC Champion)
16. Troy (Sunbelt Champion)
Dropped out: Rutgers (#11, At Large Big East)
Number Of Teams by Conference:
Big 10 (3), SEC (3), Big East (2), ACC (1), Big 12 (1), CUSA (1), MAC (1), MWC (1), Pac 10 (1), Sunbelt (1), WAC (1), Independent (0)
Match ups round by round assuming higher seeds win.
Round 1
(16) Troy vs (1) Ohio State
(9) Boise State vs (8) USC
(12) Wake Forest vs (5) LSU
(13) BYU vs (4) Louisville
(11) Arkansas vs (6) Oklahoma
(14) Houston vs (3) Michigan
(10 West Virginia vs (7) Wisconsin
(15) Central Michigan vs (2) Florida
Round 2
(8) USC vs (1) Ohio State
(5) LSU vs (4) Louisville
(6) Oklahoma vs (3) Michigan
(7) Wisconsin vs (2) Florida
Round 3
(4) Louisville vs (1) Ohio State
(3) Michigan vs (2) Florida
Championship Game
(2) Florida vs (1) Ohio State
Wednesday, November 29, 2006
Memphis Lagniappe's Fabled College Football Playoff Predictions Week of 11/27/06
Memphis Lagniappe's Fabled College Football Playoff Predictions are published weekly to show a possible college football playoff format. Similar to the NCAA basketball tournament, 11 conference champions receive automatic bids. 5 additional spots are available for at-large bids.
Round 1 games would be hosted by the higher ranked seeds. Rounds 2 - 4 would incorporate the bowl system with host cities/bowls bidding to host the games. The "Big 4" BCS bowls would be permanent playoff hosts on a round-rotating basis (Championship, semi-finals and 1 round 2 game).
The playoff field for the week of 11/27/06:
1. Ohio State (Big 10 Champion)
2. USC (Pac 10 Champion)
3. Michigan (At Large Big 10)
4. Florida (SEC Champion)
5. Louisville (Big East Champion)
6. LSU (At Large SEC)
7. Wisconsin (At Large Big 10)
8. Oklahoma (Big 12 Champion)
9. Arkansas (At Large SEC)
10. Boise State (WAC Champion)
11. Rutgers (At Large Big East)
12. Wake Forest (ACC Champion)
13. BYU (MWC Champion)
14. Houston (CUSA Champion)
15. Central Michigan (MAC Champion)
16. Troy (Sunbelt Champion)
Dropped out: West Virginia (#6, At Large Big East), Notre Dame (#7, At Large Independent), Texas (#10, Big 12 Champion), Georgia Tech (#12, ACC Champion), Middle Tennessee State (#16, Sunbelt Champion)
Number Of Teams by Conference:
Big 10 (3), SEC (3), Big East (2), ACC (1), Big 12 (1), CUSA (1), MAC (1), MWC (1), Pac 10 (1), Sunbelt (1), WAC (1), Independent (0),
Round 1 games would be hosted by the higher ranked seeds. Rounds 2 - 4 would incorporate the bowl system with host cities/bowls bidding to host the games. The "Big 4" BCS bowls would be permanent playoff hosts on a round-rotating basis (Championship, semi-finals and 1 round 2 game).
The playoff field for the week of 11/27/06:
1. Ohio State (Big 10 Champion)
2. USC (Pac 10 Champion)
3. Michigan (At Large Big 10)
4. Florida (SEC Champion)
5. Louisville (Big East Champion)
6. LSU (At Large SEC)
7. Wisconsin (At Large Big 10)
8. Oklahoma (Big 12 Champion)
9. Arkansas (At Large SEC)
10. Boise State (WAC Champion)
11. Rutgers (At Large Big East)
12. Wake Forest (ACC Champion)
13. BYU (MWC Champion)
14. Houston (CUSA Champion)
15. Central Michigan (MAC Champion)
16. Troy (Sunbelt Champion)
Dropped out: West Virginia (#6, At Large Big East), Notre Dame (#7, At Large Independent), Texas (#10, Big 12 Champion), Georgia Tech (#12, ACC Champion), Middle Tennessee State (#16, Sunbelt Champion)
Number Of Teams by Conference:
Big 10 (3), SEC (3), Big East (2), ACC (1), Big 12 (1), CUSA (1), MAC (1), MWC (1), Pac 10 (1), Sunbelt (1), WAC (1), Independent (0),
Wednesday, November 22, 2006
Thanksgiving Week
Its that time of year again...cooler weather, turkey, wine, football, horse racing, family and friends. What more could anyone want?
Turkey day will be spent in the blossoming metropolis of Slidell. The standard Thanksgiving menu will be in place, along with family favorites. While getting fatter and drinking good wine, I will watch at least 2 NFL games featuring Dallas and Detroit. My evening hours will be spent with friends at homes or at one of Slidell many watering holes.
A some what new family tradition will be renewed on Friday. I'm not talking about waking up at the wee hours of the morning to save $5 on a Tickle Me Elmo or to get a free spatula with the purchase of a $500 blender. You will find me and my family at the New Orleans Fair Grounds for day two of the 2006-2007 horse racing season. I can't wait to suck down a Bloody Mary or two, while going big with my $2 across the board bets. Heck, I might even hit a quinella.
On a sad note, my Saturday trip to Hattiesburg will require me to miss the Bayou Classic. In honor of DJ Jubilee, I'm going with Grambling in a clean sweep over Southern. The Tigers will win the game and the battle of the bands. Ya heard me.
I will make my last trip of the year to Hattiesburg Saturday evening. The Golden Eagles will take on the Thundering Herd of Marshall. This game is big for both teams. If Marshall wins, they will be come bowl eligible. If Southern Miss wins, USM will win the Eastern division of C-USA and play in the championship game on Dec 1 in Houston.
This game will be a war, with lots of big plays and hard hits. With a big, loud crowd at the Rock it will be hard for Marshall to win. Unless the Herd brings Jesco White, the Golden Eagles will win 27-24.
Turkey day will be spent in the blossoming metropolis of Slidell. The standard Thanksgiving menu will be in place, along with family favorites. While getting fatter and drinking good wine, I will watch at least 2 NFL games featuring Dallas and Detroit. My evening hours will be spent with friends at homes or at one of Slidell many watering holes.
A some what new family tradition will be renewed on Friday. I'm not talking about waking up at the wee hours of the morning to save $5 on a Tickle Me Elmo or to get a free spatula with the purchase of a $500 blender. You will find me and my family at the New Orleans Fair Grounds for day two of the 2006-2007 horse racing season. I can't wait to suck down a Bloody Mary or two, while going big with my $2 across the board bets. Heck, I might even hit a quinella.
On a sad note, my Saturday trip to Hattiesburg will require me to miss the Bayou Classic. In honor of DJ Jubilee, I'm going with Grambling in a clean sweep over Southern. The Tigers will win the game and the battle of the bands. Ya heard me.
I will make my last trip of the year to Hattiesburg Saturday evening. The Golden Eagles will take on the Thundering Herd of Marshall. This game is big for both teams. If Marshall wins, they will be come bowl eligible. If Southern Miss wins, USM will win the Eastern division of C-USA and play in the championship game on Dec 1 in Houston.
This game will be a war, with lots of big plays and hard hits. With a big, loud crowd at the Rock it will be hard for Marshall to win. Unless the Herd brings Jesco White, the Golden Eagles will win 27-24.
Tuesday, November 21, 2006
Memphis Lagniappe's Fabled College Football Playoff Predictions Week of 11/20/06
Memphis Lagniappe's Fabled College Football Playoff Predictions are published weekly to show a possible college football playoff format. Similar to the NCAA basketball tournament, 11 conference champions receive automatic bids. 5 additional spots are available for at-large bids.
Round 1 games would be hosted by the higher ranked seeds. Rounds 2 - 4 would incorporate the bowl system with host cities/bowls bidding to host the games. The "Big 4" BCS bowls would be permanent playoff hosts on a round-rotating basis (Championship, semi-finals and 1 round 2 game).
The playoff field for the week of 11/20/06:
1. Ohio State (Big 10 Champion)
2. Michigan (At large Big 10)
3. USC (Pac 10 Champion)
4. Arkansas (At Large SEC)
5. Florida (SEC Champion)
6. West Virginia (At Large Big East)
7. Notre Dame (At Large Independent)
8. Louisville (Big East Champion)
9. Wisconsin (At Large Big 10)
10. Texas (Big 12 Champion)
11. Boise State (WAC Champion)
12. Georgia Tech (ACC Champion)
13. BYU (MWC Champion)
14. Houston (CUSA Champion)
15. Central Michigan (MAC Champion)
16. Middle Tennessee State (Sunbelt Champion)
Dropped out: Rutgers (#6, Big East Champion), LSU (#9, At Large SEC), Wake Forest (#11, ACC Champion)
Number Of Teams by Conference:
Big 10 (3), Big East (2), SEC (2), ACC (1), Big 12 (1), CUSA (1), Independent (1), MAC (1), MWC (1), Pac 10 (1), Sunbelt (1), WAC (1)
Round 1 games would be hosted by the higher ranked seeds. Rounds 2 - 4 would incorporate the bowl system with host cities/bowls bidding to host the games. The "Big 4" BCS bowls would be permanent playoff hosts on a round-rotating basis (Championship, semi-finals and 1 round 2 game).
The playoff field for the week of 11/20/06:
1. Ohio State (Big 10 Champion)
2. Michigan (At large Big 10)
3. USC (Pac 10 Champion)
4. Arkansas (At Large SEC)
5. Florida (SEC Champion)
6. West Virginia (At Large Big East)
7. Notre Dame (At Large Independent)
8. Louisville (Big East Champion)
9. Wisconsin (At Large Big 10)
10. Texas (Big 12 Champion)
11. Boise State (WAC Champion)
12. Georgia Tech (ACC Champion)
13. BYU (MWC Champion)
14. Houston (CUSA Champion)
15. Central Michigan (MAC Champion)
16. Middle Tennessee State (Sunbelt Champion)
Dropped out: Rutgers (#6, Big East Champion), LSU (#9, At Large SEC), Wake Forest (#11, ACC Champion)
Number Of Teams by Conference:
Big 10 (3), Big East (2), SEC (2), ACC (1), Big 12 (1), CUSA (1), Independent (1), MAC (1), MWC (1), Pac 10 (1), Sunbelt (1), WAC (1)
Wednesday, November 15, 2006
Dream Job: Chief Beer Officer
This is no BS, Starwood Hotels and Resorts is conducting an executive search for a knowledgeable beer drinker as part of its Best Brew program. The CBO's compensation package will include Starwood Guest points, a travel and expense account to travel around to world to sample beers for hotel menus.
How kick ass would this be? I think I'm going to apply for this jobby job.
How kick ass would this be? I think I'm going to apply for this jobby job.
Tuesday, November 14, 2006
Memphis Lagniappe's Fabled College Football Playoff Predictions Week of 11/13/06
Memphis Lagniappe's Fabled College Football Playoff Predictions are published weekly to show a possible college football playoff format. Similar to the NCAA basketball tournament, 11 conference champions receive automatic bids. 5 additional spots are available for at-large bids.
Round 1 games would be hosted by the higher ranked seeds. Rounds 2 - 4 would incorporate the bowl system with host cities/bowls bidding to host the games. The "Big 4" BCS bowls would be permanent playoff hosts on a round-rotating basis (Championship, semi-finals and 1 round 2 game).
The playoff field for the week of 11/13/06:
1. Ohio State (Big 10 Champion)
2. Michigan (At large Big 10)
3. Arkansas (At Large SEC)
4. Florida (SEC Champion)
5. USC (PAC 10 Champion)
6. Rutgers (Big East Champion)
7. Louisville (At Large Big East)
8. West Virginia (At Large Big East)
9. LSU (At Large SEC)
10. Texas (Big 12 Champion)
11. Wake Forest (ACC Champion)
12. Boise State (WAC Champion)
13. BYU (MWC Champion)
14. Houston (CUSA Champion)
15. Central Michigan (MAC Champion)
16. Middle Tennessee State (Sunbelt Champion)
Dropped out: California (#6, PAC 10 Champion), Auburn (#9, At Large SEC)
Number Of Teams by Conference:
Big East (3), SEC (3), Big 10 (2), ACC (1), Big 12 (1), CUSA (1), MAC (1), MWC (1), Pac 10 (1), Sunbelt (1), WAC (1), Independent (0)
Round 1 games would be hosted by the higher ranked seeds. Rounds 2 - 4 would incorporate the bowl system with host cities/bowls bidding to host the games. The "Big 4" BCS bowls would be permanent playoff hosts on a round-rotating basis (Championship, semi-finals and 1 round 2 game).
The playoff field for the week of 11/13/06:
1. Ohio State (Big 10 Champion)
2. Michigan (At large Big 10)
3. Arkansas (At Large SEC)
4. Florida (SEC Champion)
5. USC (PAC 10 Champion)
6. Rutgers (Big East Champion)
7. Louisville (At Large Big East)
8. West Virginia (At Large Big East)
9. LSU (At Large SEC)
10. Texas (Big 12 Champion)
11. Wake Forest (ACC Champion)
12. Boise State (WAC Champion)
13. BYU (MWC Champion)
14. Houston (CUSA Champion)
15. Central Michigan (MAC Champion)
16. Middle Tennessee State (Sunbelt Champion)
Dropped out: California (#6, PAC 10 Champion), Auburn (#9, At Large SEC)
Number Of Teams by Conference:
Big East (3), SEC (3), Big 10 (2), ACC (1), Big 12 (1), CUSA (1), MAC (1), MWC (1), Pac 10 (1), Sunbelt (1), WAC (1), Independent (0)
Tuesday, November 07, 2006
Memphis Lagniappe's Fabled College Football Playoff Predictions Week of 11/6/06
Memphis Lagniappe's Fabled College Football Playoff Predictions are published weekly to show a possible college football playoff format. Similar to the NCAA basketball tournament, 11 conference champions receive automatic bids. 5 additional spots are available for at-large bids.
Round 1 games would be hosted by the higher ranked seeds. Rounds 2 - 4 would incorporate the bowl system with host cities/bowls bidding to host the games. The "Big 4" BCS bowls would be permanent playoff hosts on a round-rotating basis (Championship, semi-finals and 1 round 2 game).
The playoff field for the week of 11/6/06:
1. Ohio State (Big 10 Champion)
2. Michigan (At large Big 10)
3. Louisville (Big East Champion)
4. Texas (Big 12 Champion)
5. Florida (SEC Champion)
6. California (PAC 10 Champion)
7. Arkansas (At Large SEC)
8. West Virginia (At Large Big East)
9. Auburn (At Large SEC)
10. USC (At Large PAC 10)
11. Boise State (WAC Champion)
12. Wake Forest (ACC Champion)
13. BYU (MWC Champion)
14. Houston (CUSA Champion)
15. Central Michigan (MAC Champion)
16. Middle Tennessee State (Sunbelt Champion)
Dropped out: Tennessee (#5, At Large SEC), Boston College (#11, ACC Champion), Tulsa (#14, CUSA Champion)
Number Of Teams by Conference:
SEC (3), Big 10 (2), Big East (2), Pac 10 (2), ACC (1), Big 12 (1), CUSA (1), MAC (1), MWC (1), Sunbelt (1), WAC (1), Independent (0)
Round 1 games would be hosted by the higher ranked seeds. Rounds 2 - 4 would incorporate the bowl system with host cities/bowls bidding to host the games. The "Big 4" BCS bowls would be permanent playoff hosts on a round-rotating basis (Championship, semi-finals and 1 round 2 game).
The playoff field for the week of 11/6/06:
1. Ohio State (Big 10 Champion)
2. Michigan (At large Big 10)
3. Louisville (Big East Champion)
4. Texas (Big 12 Champion)
5. Florida (SEC Champion)
6. California (PAC 10 Champion)
7. Arkansas (At Large SEC)
8. West Virginia (At Large Big East)
9. Auburn (At Large SEC)
10. USC (At Large PAC 10)
11. Boise State (WAC Champion)
12. Wake Forest (ACC Champion)
13. BYU (MWC Champion)
14. Houston (CUSA Champion)
15. Central Michigan (MAC Champion)
16. Middle Tennessee State (Sunbelt Champion)
Dropped out: Tennessee (#5, At Large SEC), Boston College (#11, ACC Champion), Tulsa (#14, CUSA Champion)
Number Of Teams by Conference:
SEC (3), Big 10 (2), Big East (2), Pac 10 (2), ACC (1), Big 12 (1), CUSA (1), MAC (1), MWC (1), Sunbelt (1), WAC (1), Independent (0)
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