A Daily Dose

Well I finally have a chance to post again. Been tied up in meetings for the last two days in Tampa. So without further wait, let's see what's happening in GT sports.............. Here's a look at the tough ACC and how many teams might get into the big dance. How about Gary Williams suggesting we go to 128 teams? Ok.

BASKETBALL
First, I have to give my props to the hoops team for the strong win versus UNC. BJ really stepped up and was the man. It was great to see him do it in an important ACC game like this. Now let us hope this is the start of something big for BJ going into the stretch leading up to March. We all have concerns about the team, including turnovers (which have increased) and rebounding (particularly offensive). But overall a lot of good things happening, including ending the game by hitting 12-14 free throws. Better half-court offense, the defense is still solid and players are starting to hit shots. Funny how hitting shots can make a difference. In fact, here's a nice look by the AP at the Elder / McCants show last night. Based on this article, looks like Roy Williams and McCants are blaming the refs for the loss (of course this is a biased Tarheel rag). Didn't see the game, so I can't comment................. What's up with this guy at Foxsports.com. He picked UNC outright to beat GT and virtually everything he said would happen didn't. And to top it off, he didn't have the nerve to put his name on the article.............. Here was a very nice write-up on Paul Hewitt by Bark Madley. One of his most postivie columns on the team.................... On the recruiting trail, Sharaud Curry is a young man who is getting a look from Paul Hewitt as a potential PG. Check it out................ So who is ACC coach of the year at this point? Here's a case for Herb Sendek - know what, I while Hewitt has a strong case, NCST is 8-2 in the ACC and for that, Herb should be the man (for now)................ So who's crowds in the ACC need a jumpstart. The folks over at the Duke Chronicle look like they are not impressed with the Cameron Crazies compared to the atmosphere at GT.............. Here's a look at UNC's struggle with defense.............. Congrats go to Marvin Lewis, who was awarded an ACC post-graduate scholarship - Marving you are the man! You are what GT is all aobut................ On the recruiting hoops trail, looks like Randolph Morris will wait until his season is officially over before making any decisions. Also, this is an interesting short article on last second shots, with mention of Zam "Buck" Fredrick from a Columbia SC rag............... Hey, Luke is even getting a few props from other fans now, including a guy who is a combined UGA/Dook fan. Wow, I that's about as bad as it gets.............. In the GOOD NEWS category, we all hope T.Tarver is getting back his hoops legs and timing. This article talks about him being close. Let's hope - he could really make a difference for us down the stretch.......... Here's an interesting look at the TV contract impact on the players, who have to play all these Sunday night games.........

FOOTBALL
Evidently Darrell Robertson's decision to de-commit from FSU and join the Jackets was known for an entire week by the coaches prior to the announcement on signing day. Looks like we are talking with Marietta HS QB Brett White about joining the team as a long snapper.................. Hey Calvin Johnson, stay off the baseball diamond. Why do you want to pitch (story here) when you are about to join the team as our potential starting WR?................... Looks like we have added a new walk-on WR as well - "Milton’s Charles Krauth, the area’s leading receiver this season with 48 catches for 870 yards and 11 touchdowns, turned down scholarships to smaller school to accept a walk-on opportunity at Georgia Tech. "...................... Well, the start of the money rolling in for the newly expanded ACC is starting. Looks like the new TV contract will double TV revenue to $37 million (the SEC brings in $50million by the way).................... Here's a look at some of the Georgia athletes involve in the Georgia Force, the Arena Football team. Past UGAg and GT people are involved. The owner is a former GT grad, and has hired Vince Dooley as Chairman of the Board.................. Here's something on Bill Curry.......... Looks like we might have another assistant coaching vacancy, as Buddy Geis has interviewed for the Auburn offensive coordinator job.

BASEBALL
Here's more on Ric Hill, the co-author of Pete Rose's book, who is a former GT football player.