BB: Regionals (Midwest) Oshkosh '08, '09, Whitewater '10, '11

[cubs]

Point already fairing better through three innings against Donovan than they did in 8.1 last weekend, as they lead 6-2 heading to the bottom of the 3rd.  In Donovan's defense, a costly error by the Warhawks allow Point to tack on three unearned runs.

I'm going to predict right now however that six runs will not be enough to win this game....

Nice prediction genius!!!! 

[szlongball]

One win away from a trip to Appleton!!!! Amazing job by Tyler Lorenz and the rest of the Pointers!!!! 12-4 win against Whitewater puts Point in the drivers seat. I'll be the first to admit I didn't think they would make it this far. But you can NEVER count out the Pointers. Good Luck tomorrow!!!!!

[BoBo]

But you can NEVER count out the Pointers. Good Luck tomorrow!!!!!

The same could be said about the other teams remaining in the regional. As evidence, think about what happened on the same diamond last week. 

[Just Bill]

Is there anything better in D3 sports than when Stevens Point is playing at their best offensively? 

hy·per·bo·le [hahy-pur-buh-lee]
–noun Rhetoric.
1.obvious and unintentional exaggeration.
2.an extravagant statement or figure of speech not intended to be that the user likely believes to be taken literally, as "to wait an eternity."

I had to edit that one to account for the current user.

[BoBo]

Is there anything better in D3 sports than when Stevens Point is playing at their best offensively? 

hy·per·bo·le [hahy-pur-buh-lee]
–noun Rhetoric.
1.obvious and unintentional exaggeration.
2.an extravagant statement or figure of speech not intended to be that the user likely believes to be taken literally, as "to wait an eternity."

I had to edit that one to account for the current user.

"Just Bill" should just change the name to "Noah Webster." 

[02 Warhawk]

too bad...looks like whitewater will have to win three in a row to advance..two being against UWSP. they put themselves in the same hole as the WIAC tourny. We'll see if they have it in them to pull it out again. Only this time we'll have to do it against St. thomas (more than likely), rather than Platteville, no offense against the Poineers  

Is there anything better in D3 sports than when Stevens Point is playing at their best offensively?  It's certainly been a roller coaster ride this year as a fan.  Haven't been able to make it down there yet and am afraid of jinxing them.  

On an unrelated note...this is the dumbest thing i've heard all day. My guess is, he's never seen whitewater or mount union play football before. Or maybe even Point, they had a very good offense too last year.

Congrats to UWSP...hopefully the WIAC can get yet another NCAA championship!!!

[BoBo]

Is there anything better in D3 sports than when Stevens Point is playing at their best offensively?  It's certainly been a roller coaster ride this year as a fan.  Haven't been able to make it down there yet and am afraid of jinxing them.  

On an unrelated note...this is the dumbest thing i've heard all day. My guess is, he's never seen whitewater or mount union play football before.

The jumbo size print is worth repeating.

[pickleshiner]

Thing is there's a huge difference between baseball and football.  Not many teams have a lineup 1-9 where each and every guy can hurt you.  It's pretty difficult to string 7-8 hits together in a row compared to scoring a TD 5 consecutive drives in football.  I'm by no means saying that Whitewater's baseball lineup isn't spectacular because their pretty impressive.  Bottom line is I'm probably overly excited about Point finally hitting their peak because their playing like I thought they would the entire season.  There's nothing better than seeing a bunch of talented kids put it all together.  Win or lose tomorrow I'll be satisfied with how the end of this season went although I wouldn't mind watching Point a few times in Appleton.  Believe it or not I'm smart enough to realize this tournament is FAR from over.  I'm guessing Point will more than likely have to use Delorit on short rest to win this thing.

[pickleshiner]

Sam Spurney is on the D3 page rounding the bases after his home run.  Spurney was a tremendous addition and didn't get the hype over the years that he deserved.  Kind of lost in the shuffle behind other great players.  How is Point going to replace Richter, Arch, Spurney, and Lorenz?  I'm guessing Koback will be healthy next year and fill Lorenz's spot in the rotation.  Surman will more than likely take over left field.  Whose going to play 1rst?  Gerber looked really good at times this year so that's my guess. 

[szlongball]

How about enjoying the ride this year? There will be plenty of time to worry about NEXT YEAR when THIS season is over.

[Just Bill]

UST eliminates Carthage 7-5.

UST vs. UWW coming up for the right to face UWSP tomorrow.

[pickleshiner]

Oh I'm enjoying the ride this year but wish I would've been there today.  Unfortunately I had a needle stuck in my back at 7:30 A.M. this morning and couldn't make it.  I'm hoping to make the 3 hr drive down tomorrow.

[BoBo]

Warhawks win, eliminate St. Thomas 5-4. We're going to have a new national champion. UWW/UWSP tomorrow for the regional crown and trip to Appleton.

[szlongball]

Looks like the WIAC still has a shot at the trifecta of National Titles.

[OshDude]

Looks like the WIAC still has a shot at the trifecta of National Titles.

The WIAC also has the current defending national champs of men's outdoor track (Oshkosh), women's gymnastics (La Crosse) and women's cross country (Eau Claire). Not too shabby.