John Clay's Sidelines

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This can’t be right, can it?

The guy has over a million followers on twitter. He has his own web site, CoachCal.com. He was at the Yankees-Red Sox game in New York on Sunday night, the Bulls-Hawks playoff game in Chicago last week. He will be honored at Dick Vitale’s Gala on Friday night. Everyone knows John Calipari, right? Apparently, the Dominicans did not know the Kentucky coach when he was introduced yesterday as the new head coach of their national team.

He is now also apparently “the former” Kentucky coach.

[Dominican Today]

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Ben Bolch of the Los Angeles Times has excellent examination this morning of the so-called one-and-done rule, its ramifications on both the college and pro game.

One tidbit that’s making waves this morning: It’s not likely to change.

So much for those rumors (hopes) that the NBA’s next Collective Bargaining Agreement would include some sort of alteration of the rule.

Continue reading ‘LA Times: One-and-done rule not likely to change’

Tony Woods (Nike photo)

Big Blue Nation is abuzz this morning over the eighth paragraph of an Andy Katz story on ESPN which seems to say that Tony Woods is coming to Kentucky.

The excerpt:

“The school did a full-blown hearing,” said Grace, who also once represented former Wake Forest center Tony Woods in an assault case dealing with his girlfriend and the mother of their child that was dropped down to a no contest on the assault charge. Woods was dismissed from Wake Forest for the semester and Grace said the one-time Louisville commit told him he will likely go to Kentucky.

But on Sunday, Woods’ former coach suggested that Texas was the leader.

Continue reading ‘Who to believe in Tony Woods’ recruitment?’

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Gil Brandt, the famous former vice president of player personnel for the Dallas Cowboys for 30 years, has listed his top 100 eligible players for the NFL Draft in 2012.

Two Kentucky players made the list.

Senior linebacker Danny Trevathan is at No. 62.

Junior offensive lineman Larry Warford is at No. 96.

Trevathan is not a surprise, but this confirms the notion that Warford is a true up-and-comer. He played as a true freshman, then started last year as a sophomore. This season, look for Warford to make a strong bid for first-team All-SEC honors.

Continue reading ‘Trevathan and Warford make Brandt’s Top 100′

Trevor Lacey (Rivals photo)

Big Blue Links for Thursday:

Top 5

• Trevor Lacey set to announce college decision at 2 p.m. 3 p.m. today
• A look back at Lacey’s roller-coaster recruitment
• Nick Faust gets back on board with Maryland before UK becomes factor
• John Calipari introduced as Dominican Republic’s new coach
• Calhoun hints that UConn could play Kentucky again in Madison Square Garden

Continue reading ‘BBL: Lacey to say today; UK-UConn back in Garden?’

SEC links for Wednesday:

Top 5

• Tornado-ravaged Tuscaloosa makes Sports Illustrated cover
• Harvey Updyke, accused Auburn tree-poisoner, facing six new charges
• Kevin Scarbinsky: Iron Bowl scrimmage to aid victims is a bad idea
• Family of deceased Ole Miss player sues school, coaches
• Vanderbilt leads SEC in brainpower

Continue reading ‘SEC: Tuscaloosa is SI cover; Updyke faces new charges’

Dave Baker

On this election day, we present Dave “Buzz” Baker of WKYT-TV for Media Approval Ratings.

Baker is a jack-of-all-trades, not only doing work for WKYT, but also for Fox Sports South on basketball games, etc. He was also the sideline reporter on the old Jefferson-Pilot SEC football broadcasts, and even was host to a morning talk show.

What say you on Dave Baker, approve or disapprove? Continue reading ‘Media Approval Ratings: Dave Baker’

Big Blue Links for Tuesday.

Top 5:

• Rivals: Trevor Lacey “discombobulated” and may not pick school on Wednesday
• All Ky Hoops: Lacey says he will announce college choice on Wednesday as planned
• UK basketball recruiting target bypasses Kentucky to pick North Carolina State
• John Calipari will be officially presented as Dominican Republic coach today
• Orlando Magic’s move benefited ex-UK star Keith Bogans

Continue reading ‘BBL: “Discombobulated” Lacey waffling on Wednesday’

SEC links:

• Despite rumors concerning Murray State opening, Darrin Horn solid at South Carolina
• Steve Hummer: Small victories for Georgia outfielder who was paralyzed in collision
• LSU football distributes 37,000 tickets for Oregon football game in Dallas
• SEC green at quarterback as only three starters return for upcoming season
• Despite suspension, Stephen Garcia on track to return at South Carolina
• Ole Miss dismisses pair from football team after second suspension
• Kevin Scarbinsky: Remember Bobby Lowder tenure made Auburn football better
• Tennessee Titans lure Auburn assistant coach from dream job
• Nick Saban says football season will allow “escape” for those hurting
• Alabama’s Hightower picked as SEC’s top defender
• Florida’s Muschamp making an impression in talks to booster clubs
• Georgia prep linebacker Dillon Lee commits to Crimson Tide

Continue reading ‘SEC: Horn staying put; Small victories for injured Bulldog’

Mary Jo Perino

Media Approval Ratings start the week off with WLEX-TV sports anchor Mary Jo Perino.

A Missouri grad, Minnesota native and unabashed Minnesota Vikings fan, Mary Jo is on her second tour of duty at Channel 18. She was with the station for four years before moving to CNN’s Headlines News, then returning to Lexington.

What say you on Mary Jo, approve or disapprove?

Previously: Alan Cutler, Rob Bromley, Kent Spencer.

Polls remain on open on each person for one week.

Continue reading ‘Media Approval Ratings: Mary Jo Perino’