QuoteThe Woods incident is unfortunate.  You can't punch people and that's going to get you in trouble, deservedly so.  What we don't know is what Cunningham said that got him popped in the chops.  Maybe it was a reaction to getting bumped at the end of the play, but I doubt that that was all.  That, to me, looks like a reaction to something that was said.  And when you see Cunningham's taunting and celebration after the flag is thrown, I don't think there's any way you can think that Woods hauled off and whacked a guy for no reason.  Not a good reason- you can't punch people in football- but there was a reason.  As we know, it's always the guy who retaliates that gets in trouble in these situations.

Not knowing the current Little Giants.  Not knowing Woods normal demeanor.  Not sure why.  I did notice he seemed very agitated early on in the game, and continue until the incident.  It is only a guess, but have to believe there was a lot trash talking, and more that lead up to the punch.  Not condoning punching another player, but using restraint is easier said, than done at times. 

BashBacker16,

I would love to.  Just not able to be there.  As soon as I hit post.  I knew I was going to get this response from you. HaHa  Things are good.  I hope all is well with you, and your family.  Did not see it on the Live Stream calendar.  The only one I saw was for Wabash Wrestling on 11/8.

WAF

Haven't been here for some time.  I know most games are video streamed.  Where would be the best place to watch the game against Witt. on Saturday?

WABASH ALWAYS FIGHTS! 

QuoteI'm sure this has been addressed.  Why is Witt a 5 seed, & DePauw is a 3?  Doesn't make since to me.  Sorry if this has been talked about, but I don't get a chance to visit here very often.

WAF

QuoteStrength of schedule.  This year's committee decided that the SOS metric that the NCAA uses would be the end-all measure of the teams' relative strength...even to the point of ignoring a regional loss and results against common opponents, which are also primary criteria.  Interestingly enough, Wittenberg's SOS would have been helped out a good deal if that metric would have included their games against WashU and and CMU.  Also interesting to note is that while the committee seemed to rely almost exclusively on that SOS metric even to the point of ignoring an extra loss here and there, they didn't seem to apply that logic to Wabash's Pool C case.  Interesting still, the committee ignored Witt's non-regional games, but absolutely did consider Wabash's non-regional game.  So the application of the criteria was very obviously different for different teams...which I find to be a tremendous disservice to the tournament and the teams involved not just in the bracket but also those teams on the bubble.   

Wally, thanks.  I knew you would explain it best.  Really frustrating that the NCAC gets zero respect.  Thanks again!


WAF

I'm sure this has been addressed.  Why is Witt a 5 seed, & DePauw is a 3?  Doesn't make since to me.  Sorry if this has been talked about, but I don't get a chance to visit here very often.

WAF

I'm not sure if this has been posted or not.  One of Wabash's football family is going through a very tough time.  05' Dustin Deno 1 year old daughter is in a fight for her life.  Here are a few reports.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QOnUWPNRKVk

http://www.wlfi.com/dpp/news/local/Infant-girl-fighting-for-her-life-battling-cancer-aubrey-deno

http://apps.facebook.com/fundrazr/activity/ee7b638d48cf475583fdca41c8797412?srid=46dc3e84dd854f3c81eb6f2ea6708036&ref=nf

I apologize if this has been posted.  I thought it was very important.  The Deno's need your help and prayers.

WAF

QuoteI dunno. That stuff can happen, and often does, in practice. I'm not sure there's a satisfying answer here. You play football, you risk injury. C'est la vie.

Now, putting your all-american quarterback on the hands team, well... that's a little different.

Would have to agree.  Injuries happen every year.  You can only hope they won't have to big of an effect.  You hope you have recruited well enough to have to next guy to step up, and be accounted for.

Never agreed with putting any QB on the hands team.  When I saw Jake in 02', thought it was crazy.  Still feel it is crazy.  If you don't have enough receivers, RB's or DB's to make up a very good hands team, then you should check your recruiting.

QuoteSpeaking of ideas -  Right now is the time that we should start a campaign to bring ESPN "College GameDay" to C-Ville for the Monon Bell Game -  New Turf - perfect.   We usually wait until October to give it a shot

I would have to agree.  To have a legitimate chance of ever having this happen.  I think that BashBro or Wally would be the strongest canidates to run with this campaign.  I hope someone will get this started.

WAF

Nice video on the improvements going on at Wabash College.

http://www2.wabash.edu/blog/pa/2010/05/work_continues_on_hollett_litt.html

WAF

Bashbrother,

I think most of the facilities are used by several schools.  That's how they are able to build great stadiums.

#4 said that the one in Allen is for 1 school.  He said it is one of the most wealthy areas in the Dallas/Forth Worth area.

WAF

QuoteSpeaking of facilities -

http://highschool.rivals.com/content.asp?CID=1074494

I know they like their Football in Texas, but isn't this a bit much?

Not 100% sure about this stadium, but most stadiums are utilized by the school corporation.  This may be 1 school, or may be several.  #4 teaches and coaches in Mesquite, TX and they use 2 stadiums.  The stadium at the school holds 15,000, the other holds 22,000.  Both stadiums have the Sony big screen scoreboards.  Both are field turf.  The pressboxes are unbelievable.  You have to take an elevator to get into the pressbox.  Most schools have the inflatable tunnels to run out of.  Not sure how to insert photo, or would have.

WAF

QuoteCC (Drake) about to lose Coach Neathery for the first time in his career???...interesting opportunity...

I heard that Coach Neathery interviewed.  Heard he was offered.  I believe this a great opportunity for Coach Neathery.  With that being said, CC and Coach Neathery long time relationship will be very hard to sevre.  Wish both the best of luck with what ever decision is made.

WABASH ALWAYS FIGHTS!

QuoteWab-

What about Bash's O-Line?? Seems to me that they're losing a bit of talent up front, which may have a bigger impact upon Mr. Belton than anyone else in the "stable." When a college QB has time, he can do a lot, kind of the way when a college RB has a big hole, he can get it done. How well a completely(?) new line jells will make or break the LGs, imo.

I'm a little biased, though. 

I would have to agree 100% with that.  I think most would agree.  Most games are decided down in the pits on both sides of the ball.  So let's hope the LG's will come together, and control the games up front.

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Better get some chap stick Wally.  You really need to quit your sucking up.

Anyone that is, or has been involved with DIII athletics knows what the correct answer is.  There are no scholarships based on athletics.  I just ask the question about what someone else reported.  It was reported as a football grant.  Just thought this might answer some questions.  As with most top programs, there are always questions on how they stay on top.