FB: College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin

[redman04]

The boys from Kenosha are also quiet.  Redman04...Tailgater...

SORRY BP....
NOT MUCH HAS SPARKED MY INTEREST.... HOPE WHAT YOU ALL HAVE SAID ABOUT THE STAPH INFECTIONS IS NOT TRUE, IF IT IS HOPE EVERYONE IS OK.

[79jaybird]

On the Channel 7 news last night 5 and 6pm they had a blurb about the Naperville North kids and their Staph infections.  The good news is that they are better and are close to regaining full strength.  The bad news is that there is a greater concern and larger (coverage area/# of cases) of this very contagious disease.
On the pick em's board Mr. Ypsi commented about the lack of people picking upsets and as he calls it "B-O-R-I-N-G"     I wouldn't be surprised if there are some upsets and shockers.  The AC/CC matchup and MU/NC matchup are pretty even, and the IWU/EC is no runaway.  North Park as much as I really hope they could improve and get some more wins, will get a nice view of the new addition at McCully Field.

[usee]

  The AC/CC matchup and MU/NC matchup are pretty even, and the IWU/EC is no runaway. 

Jaybird,

I don't think you are saying Augie/Carthage and Millikin/NCC are pickem games are you? I think the closest game of the weekend is in Bloomington where IWU has to show they can score on offense against a decent defense and Elmhurst has to be able to generate some offense against a top D.  I make IWU a slight favorite because they are at home but I think this game will be closer than most suspect. I would be surprised to see either augie or ncc struggle in their matchups. I do think NPU will be closer to the Thunder than anyone cares to say but should still win handily in the end.

[matblake]

  The AC/CC matchup and MU/NC matchup are pretty even, and the IWU/EC is no runaway. 

Jaybird,

I don't think you are saying Augie/Carthage and Millikin/NCC are pickem games are you? I think the closest game of the weekend is in Bloomington where IWU has to show they can score on offense against a decent defense and Elmhurst has to be able to generate some offense against a top D.  I make IWU a slight favorite because they are at home but I think this game will be closer than most suspect. I would be surprised to see either augie or ncc struggle in their matchups. I do think NPU will be closer to the Thunder than anyone cares to say but should still win handily in the end.

Personally, I'm going with Elmhurst this weekend.  If the Elmhurst D shows up and they can establish a running game I think they pull this out.  Kubdya must protect the ball as well.  Being balanced is really important against a good defense.  Since the IWU strength is defense, it is hard to make comparisons, but I keep on going back to the common foe of Olivet.  20-9 for IWU, 42-14 for Elmhurst.  However, IWU played on the road, Elmhurst had them at home.  This game is looking better and better.

[usee]

Good points MB. I am having a hard time with where IWU is going to come up with points. For the talk about their offense if you look through their games they don't consistently move the ball, put up stats or score. Their defense is definately the opportunity maker. last week they came up with points off special teams where they had previously given up special teams points.

On the flip side I have a hard time seeing how Elmhurst and Kudyba will score either. This could easily be a low scoring affair (Jaybird-remember last week you saw a low scoring game v ncc and I said high ball? )

[usee]

What ever happened to the "Bob Meyer is great" guy?

It will cost you $4.95 to know...

http://goliath.ecnext.com/coms2/gi_0199-1609203/Meyer-s-pro-football-dream.html

hmmmm. BP = BM+3??

interesting stuff

[Tailgater]

There has been some discussion about Carthage injuries and  roster alterations.  The fact that the numbers not active are up and players not dressing is NOT primarily due to injuries. 
I have firsthand information that there is a severe case of Staph Infection going around the Carthage environment, and many players are ill battling this illness. 
I heard that the Staph Infection resurfaced in the same dorm as last year.  Terrible!  I hope all the Red Men feel better asap and get back to the fields soon.   There are some injuries yes, however many players are out due to the Staph.

I've heard this as well. Some of the cases, I hear, are very severe. This can be very, very serious. Let's hope they can all eliminate the infection and fully recover.
Staph infections have been in the news quite a bit the last couple of years. I don't ever remember anyone having these types of infections a number of years ago. Can anyone give any insight as to why they(staph infections) are so prevelent now? Could it be the new field turf causing it? Perhaps it breeds some bacteria that is transfered with turf burn?

To many anti-bacterial products (cleansers) forcing bacteria to alter for survival, now forming super-bacteria. Let your kids eat dirt and reinforce their immunization system!

[Tailgater]

I've heard this as well. Some of the cases, I hear, are very severe. This can be very, very serious. Let's hope they can all eliminate the infection and fully recover.
Staph infections have been in the news quite a bit the last couple of years. I don't ever remember anyone having these types of infections a number of years ago. Can anyone give any insight as to why they(staph infections) are so prevelent now? Could it be the new field turf causing it? Perhaps it breeds some bacteria that is transfered with turf burn?

Cardinaldad,
I know that Staph infections are much worse now than they used to be because people have misused antibiotics creating "superbugs."  Oftentimes, people take antibiotics until their symptoms are gone and then stop without finishing their prescription.   It doesn't necessarily mean that the infection is gone, however.  The antibiotic has killed most of the infection, leaving only the cells that were naturally strong against that particular antibiotic.  When these bacteria multiply, they create more anti-biotic resistant cells.  If you do this with enough antibiotics, you have an infection that is resistant to just about everything.  I know this is the case with MRSA, a pretty nasty, potentially deadly Staph infection that I had my sophomore year at NCC.  Unfortunately, this also makes it more difficult for the human immune system to fight off these infections, which accounts for the increase in their frequency, not only in athletes, but also in the general population as well.  Athletes are more likely to contract them because the close quarters and constant skin contact with so many individuals simply increases the likelihood of coming into contact with someone who has been exposed to the bacteria.

Well done New Tradition...I am impressed.  You are either a doctor or have had a Staph Infection.

In high school, I had a Staph infection and what New Tradition stated above happened to me.  It looks like spider bite but continues to swell and grow until it becomes unbearably painful.  In addition, it usually accompanies dizziness, headaches and a lethargic feeling. 

I took oral antibiotics for 10 days and it resided.  Then it warped, so I went in to the hospital and took IV antibiotics for a couple of days along with oral antibiotics, but that could not slow it down.  Finally, after catching a double header and passing out, I thought it was probably a good idea to not be a tough guy and go to the hospital.  I was emitted for 10 days and they put me on IV antibiotics and ended up cutting each infection on my waistline (3 total) and inserting rubber tubes in them to drain the infections.  The doctor said it was caused by the dirt inside my sliding shorts rubbing against my skin forming abrasions and allowing bacteria to enter resulting in infections.   Anyway, I am fine today, but these infections are very serious and not to be messed with. 

I hope all the infected Redman get better soon.

The entire Carthage team is now on oral antibiotics.

[Mr. Ypsi]

Is the Augie at Carthage game at risk because of the staph outbreak?

[Tailgater]

The boys from Kenosha are also quiet.  Redman04...Tailgater...

Not much to say BP. I just hope all the kids at Carthage will be well and get healthy soon, football is kinda secondary at the moment. One player had to have flesh cut away from his leg another from his elbow. Son of Tailgater had to deal with this situation last season and fortunately missed no playing time and had no serious symptoms. Jaybird is correct in saying Carthage thinks the source is from a specific dorm room. Last year every part of the athletic facility and equipment was thoroughly sterilized. No one thought about the dorm rooms players reside in. Unfortunately this leaves the Carthage roster in limbo. The Carthage Coaches have their work cut out for them, but have done a good job remaining competitive each week as the depth of roster seems to be showing promise.

[Tailgater]

Is the Augie at Carthage game at risk because of the staph outbreak?

No. The team has been on antibiotics for over a week now and any player with symptoms has been pulled from the available roster. The football facilities are not the issue. The game will be played as scheduled. I just hope Carthage will show their spirit and pride and make life difficult for Augie.

[fightintitan]

Let your kids eat dirt and reinforce their immunization system!

George Carlin had a great bit along the same line. 
http://vids.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=vids.individual&videoid=2017029256

[Mr. Ypsi]

Is the Augie at Carthage game at risk because of the staph outbreak?

No. The team has been on antibiotics for over a week now and any player with symptoms has been pulled from the available rooster. The football facilities are not the issue. The game will be played as scheduled. I just hope Carthage will show their spirit and pride and make life difficult for Augie.

I'm not usually the 'typo police', but some are just too rich to pass up:

With the concerns about avian flu, it is good that Carthage is keeping symptomatic players from infecting fowl - maybe they will return the favor!

[cardinaldad]

There has been some discussion about Carthage injuries and  roster alterations.  The fact that the numbers not active are up and players not dressing is NOT primarily due to injuries. 
I have firsthand information that there is a severe case of Staph Infection going around the Carthage environment, and many players are ill battling this illness. 
I heard that the Staph Infection resurfaced in the same dorm as last year.  Terrible!  I hope all the Red Men feel better asap and get back to the fields soon.   There are some injuries yes, however many players are out due to the Staph.

I've heard this as well. Some of the cases, I hear, are very severe. This can be very, very serious. Let's hope they can all eliminate the infection and fully recover.
Staph infections have been in the news quite a bit the last couple of years. I don't ever remember anyone having these types of infections a number of years ago. Can anyone give any insight as to why they(staph infections) are so prevelent now? Could it be the new field turf causing it? Perhaps it breeds some bacteria that is transfered with turf burn?

To many anti-bacterial products (cleansers) forcing bacteria to alter for survival, now forming super-bacteria. Let your kids eat dirt and reinforce their immunization system!

I agree Tailgater. People today are trying to live in bubbles. Everything on earth will adapt and evolve with the changes on the earth. The human race will be in trouble because  our immune systems will not be exposed to these "germs". I really feel that this will be a problem.

[cardinaldad]

What ever happened to the "Bob Meyer is great" guy?

Usee is still here!!   

Now that's funny right there. I don't care who you are.

lol....Usee, if I could give karma. I would with this one!!