From 1943, here's another Screen Gems cartoon, released by Columbia Pictures. This time an entry from the studio's black-and-white "Phantasy" series entitled "Polly Wants A Doctor," in which our protagonist becomes a guinea pig for Joe the Goat's recipe ideas.
Produced by Dave Fleischer
Directed by Howard Swift
Story by Dun Roman
Animation by Jim Armstrong and Grant Simmons
Music by Eddie Kilfeather
Wednesday, January 13, 2010
Another Visit From The Fox and Crow
Here's a Screen Gems (Columbia) cartoon from 1944, entitled "Be Patient, Patient." In this one, the Fox, under doctor's orders, is on a strict milk-and-toast diet. The thieving, derby-topped Crow, tries to take advantage.
Directed by Bob Wickersham
Story by Dun Roman
Animation by Chic Otterstrom and Phil Duncan
Music by Eddie Kilfeather
Additional Personnel (source: The Animated Film Encyclopedia by Graham Webb):
Sets: Clark Watson
Ink and Paint: Elizabeth F. McDowell
Voice Characterizations: Frank Graham
Photography: Frank Fisher
Production Manager: Paul Worth
Released by Columbia Pictures
Technicolor
Directed by Bob Wickersham
Story by Dun Roman
Animation by Chic Otterstrom and Phil Duncan
Music by Eddie Kilfeather
Additional Personnel (source: The Animated Film Encyclopedia by Graham Webb):
Sets: Clark Watson
Ink and Paint: Elizabeth F. McDowell
Voice Characterizations: Frank Graham
Photography: Frank Fisher
Production Manager: Paul Worth
Released by Columbia Pictures
Technicolor
Lane Change
Maybe all this might not have happened had the Seattle Seahawks not sacked the son of Mr. "Don't talk to me about PLAYOFFS?!"
Time For Another Cartoon, Boys and Girls
From 1943, here's a Screen Gems (Columbia Pictures) "Fox & Crow" cartoon entitled "Way Down Yonder In The Corn," a cartoon in which that derby-wearing Crow disguises himself as a scarecrow so that he can get at farmer Fox's garden.
Produced by Dave Fleischer
Directed by Bob Wickersham
Story by Sam Cobean
Animation by Phil Duncan and Basil Davidovich
Music by Eddie Kilfeather
Additional Personnel:
Layouts by Clark Watson
Voice Characterizations by Frank Graham
Edited by Edward Moore
Production Manager: Albert Spar
Produced by Dave Fleischer
Directed by Bob Wickersham
Story by Sam Cobean
Animation by Phil Duncan and Basil Davidovich
Music by Eddie Kilfeather
Additional Personnel:
Layouts by Clark Watson
Voice Characterizations by Frank Graham
Edited by Edward Moore
Production Manager: Albert Spar
Tuesday, January 12, 2010
Now A Word From Our Sponsor
Before TIVO, before DVD recorders, there were video cassette recorders. There were two noncompatible formats, VHS and Beta. Here's a 1978 commercial for Sony's Betamax VCR.
Monday, January 11, 2010
It's Pete's Show Now In Seattle
It's official. The Seattle Seahawks have signed Pete Carroll away from Southern Cal.
Time For Another Cartoon, Boys and Girls
From 1946, here is a Screen Gems "Phantasy" cartoon, "The Schooner the Better," released by Columbia Pictures, directed by Howard Swift.
This was the last theatrical black-and-white cartoon from a major American cartoon studio.
This was the last theatrical black-and-white cartoon from a major American cartoon studio.
Sunday, January 10, 2010
Defensive Play In OT Wins Slugfest For Cardinals
At Glendale, Arizona:
Linebacker Karlos Dansby's 17-yard fumble return for a touchdown in overtime lifted the Arizona Cardinals to a 51-45 win over the Green Bay Packers in an NFC Wild-Card game on Sunday. It was the highest scoring playoff game in NFL history. Cardinals quarterback Kurt Warner threw for five touchdowns (two each to Larry Fitzgerald and Early Doucet and one to Steve Breaston) in the contest while his Packers counterpart Aaron Rodgers threw for four scores (one each to Greg Jennings, Jordy Nelson, James Jones, and Spencer Havner) and ran for one himself, but threw one interception and committed the overtime fumble that was run back for the Cards' game-winning score.
This coming Saturday, the Cardinals will play the New Orleans Saints on the road in an NFC divisional playoff (1:30 PM Pacific Time/Fox).
Dallas will be at Minnesota in the other NFC semifinal next Sunday (10:00 AM Pacific Time/Fox).
Linebacker Karlos Dansby's 17-yard fumble return for a touchdown in overtime lifted the Arizona Cardinals to a 51-45 win over the Green Bay Packers in an NFC Wild-Card game on Sunday. It was the highest scoring playoff game in NFL history. Cardinals quarterback Kurt Warner threw for five touchdowns (two each to Larry Fitzgerald and Early Doucet and one to Steve Breaston) in the contest while his Packers counterpart Aaron Rodgers threw for four scores (one each to Greg Jennings, Jordy Nelson, James Jones, and Spencer Havner) and ran for one himself, but threw one interception and committed the overtime fumble that was run back for the Cards' game-winning score.
This coming Saturday, the Cardinals will play the New Orleans Saints on the road in an NFC divisional playoff (1:30 PM Pacific Time/Fox).
Dallas will be at Minnesota in the other NFC semifinal next Sunday (10:00 AM Pacific Time/Fox).
Ravens Smother Pats At Foxborough
The National Football League continued their playoffs with two Wild-Card games on Sunday.
At Foxborough, Massachusetts:
Running backs Ray Rice (159 yards) and Willis McGahee (62) each ran for two touchdowns on Sunday as the Baltimore Ravens manhandled the New England Patriots 33-14 on the road. This marked Patriots' quarterback Tom Brady's first home playoff defeat. Next for the Ravens, an AFC divisional playoff game this coming Saturday (5:00 PM Pacific Time/CBS) at Indianapolis.
The New York Jets will play in the other AFC semifinal next Sunday at San Diego (1:30 PM Pacific Time/CBS).
At Foxborough, Massachusetts:
Running backs Ray Rice (159 yards) and Willis McGahee (62) each ran for two touchdowns on Sunday as the Baltimore Ravens manhandled the New England Patriots 33-14 on the road. This marked Patriots' quarterback Tom Brady's first home playoff defeat. Next for the Ravens, an AFC divisional playoff game this coming Saturday (5:00 PM Pacific Time/CBS) at Indianapolis.
The New York Jets will play in the other AFC semifinal next Sunday at San Diego (1:30 PM Pacific Time/CBS).
Saturday, January 09, 2010
Cowboys Overpower Eagles For First Playoff Win Since '96
At Arlington, Texas:
Tony Romo completed 23 of 35 passes for 244 yards and two touchdowns and Felix Jones ran 73 yards for another score as the Dallas Cowboys defeated the Philadelphia Eagles 34-14 Saturday in an NFC Wild Card playoff game at home. It was the Cowboys' first playoff win since 1996. The Cowboys will travel to Minnesota to fact the Vikings next Sunday in a divisional playoff game.
The winner of Sunday's Green Bay-Arizona contest will be at New Orleans next Saturday.
Tony Romo completed 23 of 35 passes for 244 yards and two touchdowns and Felix Jones ran 73 yards for another score as the Dallas Cowboys defeated the Philadelphia Eagles 34-14 Saturday in an NFC Wild Card playoff game at home. It was the Cowboys' first playoff win since 1996. The Cowboys will travel to Minnesota to fact the Vikings next Sunday in a divisional playoff game.
The winner of Sunday's Green Bay-Arizona contest will be at New Orleans next Saturday.
Jets Ground Bengals In Playoff Opener
The National Football League playoffs commenced Saturday with two Wild-Card games, one in each conference.
At Cincinnati:
Quarterback Mark Sanchez completed 12 of 15 passes for 182 yards and a rating of 139.4 and running back Shonn Greene ran for 135 yards, including 39 for a touchdown as the New York Jets defeated the Cincinnati Bengals 24-14 on the road in an AFC Wild Card playoff game.
The Jets will play next weekend on the road. Whom and where they will play will depend on the results of Sunday's Baltimore-New England contest. If the Ravens win, the Jets will travel to San Diego. It the Patriots win, New York travels to Indianapolis.
At Cincinnati:
Quarterback Mark Sanchez completed 12 of 15 passes for 182 yards and a rating of 139.4 and running back Shonn Greene ran for 135 yards, including 39 for a touchdown as the New York Jets defeated the Cincinnati Bengals 24-14 on the road in an AFC Wild Card playoff game.
The Jets will play next weekend on the road. Whom and where they will play will depend on the results of Sunday's Baltimore-New England contest. If the Ravens win, the Jets will travel to San Diego. It the Patriots win, New York travels to Indianapolis.
Friday, January 08, 2010
Art Clokey, R. I. P.
Art Clokey, the creator of Gumby and the television series Davey and Goliath, passed away on Friday in his sleep at his Los Osos, California home after repeated battles against bladder infections according to his son.
Mr. Clokey was 88 years old.
Mr. Clokey was 88 years old.
Maybe He Didn't Moan Enough About Playoffs Like His Dad
Jim Mora, Jr. got the boot today as head coach of the Seattle Seahawks after one season (5-11).
According to this report, the Hawks are going after Southern Cal head coach Pete Carroll.
According to this report, the Hawks are going after Southern Cal head coach Pete Carroll.
USF Cans Football Coach
Apparently, the coach got caught doing his Mike Leach/Mark Mangino impersonation.
He was the only coach in the school's football program's 13-year history.
He was the only coach in the school's football program's 13-year history.
Little Charlie Van Dorens?
One potential factor in the Fox Network's decision to shelve a new show before its' scheduled premiere.
Happy Elvis Presley Birthday!
Today is the 75th anniversary of the birth of Elvis Presley.
Here's Elvis singing "Shake, Rattle, and Roll" and "Flip, Flop, and Fly" in his first national television appearance on Tommy and Jimmy Dorsey's Stage Show on January 28, 1956 over CBS.
Here's Elvis singing "Shake, Rattle, and Roll" and "Flip, Flop, and Fly" in his first national television appearance on Tommy and Jimmy Dorsey's Stage Show on January 28, 1956 over CBS.
Thursday, January 07, 2010
BAMA WINS BCS NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP
At Pasadena, California:
Running backs Mark Ingram (116 yards) and Trent Richardson (109) each ran for two touchdowns and the defense knocked Longhorns quarterback Colt McCoy out of the game, and intercepted backup QB Garrett Gilbert four times (though he did throw two touchdown passes in the second half to Jordan Shipley to close the margin to three points) as Alabama (14-0) claimed their 13th national championship---their first since 1992---with a 37-21 victory over Texas (13-1) Thursday night in the Citi BCS National Championship game. It marked the fourth straight BCS national championship for a team from the Southeastern Conference.
Running backs Mark Ingram (116 yards) and Trent Richardson (109) each ran for two touchdowns and the defense knocked Longhorns quarterback Colt McCoy out of the game, and intercepted backup QB Garrett Gilbert four times (though he did throw two touchdown passes in the second half to Jordan Shipley to close the margin to three points) as Alabama (14-0) claimed their 13th national championship---their first since 1992---with a 37-21 victory over Texas (13-1) Thursday night in the Citi BCS National Championship game. It marked the fourth straight BCS national championship for a team from the Southeastern Conference.
Wednesday, January 06, 2010
Chips Win Double Overtime Thriller
At Mobile, Alabama:
Quarterback Dan LeFevour, in his final college football game, threw a touchdown pass late in the fourth quarter to Bryan Anderson and ran for another score in the first overtime period, while Andrew Aguila kicked five field goals, including the winner from 37 yards in the second overtime period, as Central Michigan (12-2) defeated Troy (9-4) 44-41 in the GMAC Bowl, ending the Mid-American Conference's bowl losing streak at 14 games.
Quarterback Dan LeFevour, in his final college football game, threw a touchdown pass late in the fourth quarter to Bryan Anderson and ran for another score in the first overtime period, while Andrew Aguila kicked five field goals, including the winner from 37 yards in the second overtime period, as Central Michigan (12-2) defeated Troy (9-4) 44-41 in the GMAC Bowl, ending the Mid-American Conference's bowl losing streak at 14 games.
Tuesday, January 05, 2010
Hawkeyes Swat Yellow Jackets In Orange Bowl
At Miami:
Quarterback Ricky Stanzi threw for two early touchdowns as Iowa (11-2) downed Georgia Tech (11-3) 24-14 in Tuesday night's FedEx Orange Bowl.
Quarterback Ricky Stanzi threw for two early touchdowns as Iowa (11-2) downed Georgia Tech (11-3) 24-14 in Tuesday night's FedEx Orange Bowl.
Big Unit Calls It A Career
It has been common knowledge that he planned to hang up his glove after 22 years.
A New Order In Washington
It appears that Dan Snyder has decided to go with strong personalities rather than yes-men to turn around the Deadskins' misbegotten fortunes.
Monday, January 04, 2010
Buckin' Broncos Top Frogs In Battle Of Unbeatens
At Glendale, Arizona:
In one of the two bowl games to match two unbeatens, Boise State (14-0) reached into its' bag of tricks again on Monday night as they defeated TCU (12-1) 17-10 in the Tostitos Fiesta Bowl. Brandyn Thompson ran back an interception 51 yards for a touchdown in the first quarter and running back Doug Martin ran for the winning touchdown from two yards out in the fourth quarter. That last score was made possible earlier in the Broncos' drive by a successful fake punt on fourth down as Kyle Brotzman (who also kicked a 40-yard field goal and both extra points) threw a completed pass to Kyle Efaw for 30 yards. The Broncos become only the second team in the history of top-flight college football to finish the season 14-0.
In one of the two bowl games to match two unbeatens, Boise State (14-0) reached into its' bag of tricks again on Monday night as they defeated TCU (12-1) 17-10 in the Tostitos Fiesta Bowl. Brandyn Thompson ran back an interception 51 yards for a touchdown in the first quarter and running back Doug Martin ran for the winning touchdown from two yards out in the fourth quarter. That last score was made possible earlier in the Broncos' drive by a successful fake punt on fourth down as Kyle Brotzman (who also kicked a 40-yard field goal and both extra points) threw a completed pass to Kyle Efaw for 30 yards. The Broncos become only the second team in the history of top-flight college football to finish the season 14-0.
Bills Dump Coaching Staff
The bloodletting of NFL head coaches continued on Monday as the Buffalo Bills fired the entire coaching staff. Interim head coach Perry Fewell (also fired) will still interview for the head coaching job. The Bills finished the season on Sunday at 6-10. They have not had a winning season since 2004 and haven't made the playoffs since 2000.
'Skins Skin Coach
At expected Monday, the Washington Redskins canned head coach Jim Zorn after they finished 4-12 in the season concluded on Sunday. Under the ex-Seattle Seahawks quarterback, the Deadskins were 12-20.
They have talked to former Denver Broncos head coach Mike Shanahan about their now-vacant head coaching position.
They have talked to former Denver Broncos head coach Mike Shanahan about their now-vacant head coaching position.
Sunday, January 03, 2010
NFL Playoff Field Set
The National Football League's regular season concluded on Sunday.
Here are the seedings for each conference as well as next weekend's playoff schedule:
AMERICAN FOOTBALL CONFERENCE:
1. Indianapolis (won AFC South Division title and home field advantage throughout the AFC playoffs)
2. San Diego (won AFC West division and first-round bye. The Chargers, like the Colts, will host a divisional playoff game on January 16 or 17)
Next Saturday:
The New York Jets (#5, AFC Wild Card) will visit the Cincinnati Bengals (#4, AFC North Division champions) in the early playoff game on Saturday (1:30 PM Pacific Time/NBC)
Next Sunday:
The Baltimore Ravens (#6, AFC Wild Card) will travel to Foxboro, Massachusetts and pay a visit on the New England Patriots (#3, AFC East Division champions) in the early playoff game (10:00 AM Pacific Time/CBS)
NATIONAL FOOTBALL CONFERENCE:
1. New Orleans (won NFC South Division and home field advantage throughout the NFC playoffs)
2. Minnesota (won NFC North Division and a first round bye. Like the Saints, the Vikings will host a divisional playoff game on January 16 or 17)
Next Saturday:
The Philadelphia Eagles (#6, NFC Wild Card) will travel to Arlington, Texas for an encounter with the NFC East Division champions Dallas Cowboys (#3) in Saturday's late game (5:00 PM Pacific Time/NBC)
Next Sunday:
The Green Bay Packers (#5, NFC Wild Card) will take on the Arizona Cardinals (#4, NFC West Division champions) in Sunday's late game at Glendale, Arizona (1:30 PM Pacific Time/FOX)
Here are the seedings for each conference as well as next weekend's playoff schedule:
AMERICAN FOOTBALL CONFERENCE:
1. Indianapolis (won AFC South Division title and home field advantage throughout the AFC playoffs)
2. San Diego (won AFC West division and first-round bye. The Chargers, like the Colts, will host a divisional playoff game on January 16 or 17)
Next Saturday:
The New York Jets (#5, AFC Wild Card) will visit the Cincinnati Bengals (#4, AFC North Division champions) in the early playoff game on Saturday (1:30 PM Pacific Time/NBC)
Next Sunday:
The Baltimore Ravens (#6, AFC Wild Card) will travel to Foxboro, Massachusetts and pay a visit on the New England Patriots (#3, AFC East Division champions) in the early playoff game (10:00 AM Pacific Time/CBS)
NATIONAL FOOTBALL CONFERENCE:
1. New Orleans (won NFC South Division and home field advantage throughout the NFC playoffs)
2. Minnesota (won NFC North Division and a first round bye. Like the Saints, the Vikings will host a divisional playoff game on January 16 or 17)
Next Saturday:
The Philadelphia Eagles (#6, NFC Wild Card) will travel to Arlington, Texas for an encounter with the NFC East Division champions Dallas Cowboys (#3) in Saturday's late game (5:00 PM Pacific Time/NBC)
Next Sunday:
The Green Bay Packers (#5, NFC Wild Card) will take on the Arizona Cardinals (#4, NFC West Division champions) in Sunday's late game at Glendale, Arizona (1:30 PM Pacific Time/FOX)
Niners End String Of Consecutive Losing Seasons With Win At St. Louis Over Punchless Rams
At St. Louis:
Frank Gore ran for 107 yards and two touchdowns and Vernon Davis, with a touchdown reception, tied the NFL single-season record for TD catches by a tight end as the San Francisco 49ers (8-8) ended a string of six straight losing seasons with a 28-3 road victory over the St. Louis Rams (1-15), who finish with the league's worst record and will get the first overall pick in this April's NFL collegiate draft.
Frank Gore ran for 107 yards and two touchdowns and Vernon Davis, with a touchdown reception, tied the NFL single-season record for TD catches by a tight end as the San Francisco 49ers (8-8) ended a string of six straight losing seasons with a 28-3 road victory over the St. Louis Rams (1-15), who finish with the league's worst record and will get the first overall pick in this April's NFL collegiate draft.
Saturday, January 02, 2010
Red Raiders Overtake Spartans In San Antonio
At San Antonio, Texas:
In a battle of teams that underwent all sorts of recent turmoil, Texas Tech (9-4), with Ruffin McNeill as interim head coach, replacing the fired Mike Leach, defeatedMichigan State (6-7) , minus 14 players suspended in the aftermath of a November dormitory brawl, by the score of 41-31 in Saturday's Valero Alamo Bowl. Backup quarterback Steven Sheffield (replacing an injured Taylor Potts---who had thrown for an Alamo Bowl-record 372 yards and two touchdowns) marched the Red Raiders downfield in eight plays, culminating in the game-winning 11-yard touchdown pass to Detron Lewis in the fourth quarter.
In a battle of teams that underwent all sorts of recent turmoil, Texas Tech (9-4), with Ruffin McNeill as interim head coach, replacing the fired Mike Leach, defeatedMichigan State (6-7) , minus 14 players suspended in the aftermath of a November dormitory brawl, by the score of 41-31 in Saturday's Valero Alamo Bowl. Backup quarterback Steven Sheffield (replacing an injured Taylor Potts---who had thrown for an Alamo Bowl-record 372 yards and two touchdowns) marched the Red Raiders downfield in eight plays, culminating in the game-winning 11-yard touchdown pass to Detron Lewis in the fourth quarter.
Hogs Tops Pirates In OT
At Memphis, Tennessee:
Alex Tejada's overtime field goal from 37 yards lifted Arkansas (8-5) to a 20-17 win over East Carolina (9-5) Saturday in the AutoZone Liberty Bowl.
Alex Tejada's overtime field goal from 37 yards lifted Arkansas (8-5) to a 20-17 win over East Carolina (9-5) Saturday in the AutoZone Liberty Bowl.
Dexter McCluster Leads Ole Miss To Victory In Sloppy Cotton Bowl
At Arlington, Texas:
Running back Dexter McCluster ran for 182 and two touchdowns, including the go-ahead score from two yards out on a direct snap with 4:03 remaining as Ole Miss defeated Oklahoma State 21-7 Saturday in the error-plagued A T & T Cotton Bowl. Both teams finished the season at 9-4.
Running back Dexter McCluster ran for 182 and two touchdowns, including the go-ahead score from two yards out on a direct snap with 4:03 remaining as Ole Miss defeated Oklahoma State 21-7 Saturday in the error-plagued A T & T Cotton Bowl. Both teams finished the season at 9-4.
UConn Too Much For Gamecocks
At Birmingham, Alabama:
Andre Dixon ran for 126 and a touchdown Saturday as Connecticut (8-5) defeated South Carolina (7-6) 20-7 in the Papajohns.com Bowl in a game that probably wasn't as close as the final score indicated.
Andre Dixon ran for 126 and a touchdown Saturday as Connecticut (8-5) defeated South Carolina (7-6) 20-7 in the Papajohns.com Bowl in a game that probably wasn't as close as the final score indicated.
Bulls Trample Huskies In Toronto, Eh?
At Toronto:
Running back Mike Ford ran for 207 yards and a touchdown and quarterback B. J. Daniels tossed two TD passes to A. J. Love as South Florida (8-5) dominated Northern Illinois (7-6) 27-3 Saturday in the International Bowl.
Running back Mike Ford ran for 207 yards and a touchdown and quarterback B. J. Daniels tossed two TD passes to A. J. Love as South Florida (8-5) dominated Northern Illinois (7-6) 27-3 Saturday in the International Bowl.
Friday, January 01, 2010
Tim Tebow Leads Gators To Sugar Bowl Win In Florida Finale
At New Orleans:
In his final game in a Florida uniform, quarterback Tim Tebow threw for a career-high 482 yards and three touchdowns and ran for 51 yards and another score as the Gators (13-1) smothered previously undefeated Cincinnati (12-1) 51-24 Friday night in the Allstate Sugar Bowl.
In his final game in a Florida uniform, quarterback Tim Tebow threw for a career-high 482 yards and three touchdowns and ran for 51 yards and another score as the Gators (13-1) smothered previously undefeated Cincinnati (12-1) 51-24 Friday night in the Allstate Sugar Bowl.
Terrelle Pryor Powers Bucks Past Ducks In Pasadena
At Pasadena, California:
Quarterback Terrelle Pryor threw for a career-high 266 yards and two touchdowns and ran for another 72 yards as Ohio State (11-2) knocked off Oregon (10-3) 26-17 Friday in the Rose Bowl. This ended the Buckeyes' string of three straight defeats in BCS bowl games. The Ducks' defeat ended a 2-5 bowl season for Pacific-10 Conference schools, with the two Los Angeles schools providing the two victories.
Quarterback Terrelle Pryor threw for a career-high 266 yards and two touchdowns and ran for another 72 yards as Ohio State (11-2) knocked off Oregon (10-3) 26-17 Friday in the Rose Bowl. This ended the Buckeyes' string of three straight defeats in BCS bowl games. The Ducks' defeat ended a 2-5 bowl season for Pacific-10 Conference schools, with the two Los Angeles schools providing the two victories.
Late FG Lifts JoePa's Gang Past Bayou Bengals
At Orlando, Florida:
Collin Wagner's 21-yard field goal with 57 seconds remaining lifted Penn State (11-2) to a 19-17 win over LSU (9-4) Friday in the Capital One Bowl.
Collin Wagner's 21-yard field goal with 57 seconds remaining lifted Penn State (11-2) to a 19-17 win over LSU (9-4) Friday in the Capital One Bowl.
'Noles Help Bobby Bowden Go Out A Winner
At Jacksonville, Florida:
Jermaine Thomas ran for two touchdowns as Florida State (7-6) scored 20 unanswered points in defeating West Virginia (9-4) 33-21 in Friday's Konica Minolta Gator Bowl. The game was Bobby Bowden's finale as the Seminoles head coach as FSU completed their 33rd consecutive winning season. Bobby's record at Florida State: 389-129-4.
Jermaine Thomas ran for two touchdowns as Florida State (7-6) scored 20 unanswered points in defeating West Virginia (9-4) 33-21 in Friday's Konica Minolta Gator Bowl. The game was Bobby Bowden's finale as the Seminoles head coach as FSU completed their 33rd consecutive winning season. Bobby's record at Florida State: 389-129-4.
Auburn Foils Northwestern Trick Play To Win Outback Bowl In OT
At Tampa, Florida:
Wes Byrum kicked a 21-yard field goal in overtime, then his teammates foiled a fake field goal attempt as Auburn defeated Northwestern 38-35 in overtime in Friday's Outback Bowl. Both teams finished the season at 8-5.
Wes Byrum kicked a 21-yard field goal in overtime, then his teammates foiled a fake field goal attempt as Auburn defeated Northwestern 38-35 in overtime in Friday's Outback Bowl. Both teams finished the season at 8-5.
Thursday, December 31, 2009
Hokies Down Vols In Atlanta
At Atlanta:
Ryan Williams, who ran for 117 yards two touchdowns Thursday night, set a new Virginia Tech single-season rushing record with 1655 yards and Atlantic Coast Conference records with 21 rushing and 22 total touchdowns, as the Hokies (10-3) defeated Tennessee (7-6) 37-14 in the Chick-fil-A Bowl.
Ryan Williams, who ran for 117 yards two touchdowns Thursday night, set a new Virginia Tech single-season rushing record with 1655 yards and Atlantic Coast Conference records with 21 rushing and 22 total touchdowns, as the Hokies (10-3) defeated Tennessee (7-6) 37-14 in the Chick-fil-A Bowl.
Cyclones Edge Gophers In Insight Bowl
At Tempe, Arizona:
In a battle of teams that had to win a game against a team from the Dakotas just to become bowl eligible, Alexander Robinson ran for 137 and Austen Arnaud threw for one touchdown and ran for another as Iowa State (7-6) capped off their first winning season since 2005 with a 14-13 win over Minnesota (6-7) Thursday in the Insight Bowl.
In a battle of teams that had to win a game against a team from the Dakotas just to become bowl eligible, Alexander Robinson ran for 137 and Austen Arnaud threw for one touchdown and ran for another as Iowa State (7-6) capped off their first winning season since 2005 with a 14-13 win over Minnesota (6-7) Thursday in the Insight Bowl.
Ricky Dobbs and Midshipmen Too Much For Mizzou
At Houston:
Quarterback Ricky Dobbs ran for three touchdowns and threw for one more as Navy (10-4) overpowered Missouri (8-5) 35-13 in Thursday's Texas Bowl.
Quarterback Ricky Dobbs ran for three touchdowns and threw for one more as Navy (10-4) overpowered Missouri (8-5) 35-13 in Thursday's Texas Bowl.
Time For Guy
In a clip from Guy Lombardo's syndicated mid-1950s television show, here are Guy along with his Royal Canadians performing one of his signature hits, "Boo Hoo."
Those were Cliff Grass, Carmen Lombardo, and Fred Higman on vocals.
Those were Cliff Grass, Carmen Lombardo, and Fred Higman on vocals.
Ryan Broyles Catches Three For TDs As Sooners Top Cardinal In El Paso
At El Paso, Texas:
Ryan Broyles set a Brut Sun Bowl record on Thursday with three touchdown receptions while quarterback Landry Jones passed for 416 yards as Oklahoma topped Stanford 31-27. Both teams ended the season at 8-5.
Ryan Broyles set a Brut Sun Bowl record on Thursday with three touchdown receptions while quarterback Landry Jones passed for 416 yards as Oklahoma topped Stanford 31-27. Both teams ended the season at 8-5.
Ball Control Helps Seal Bowl Win For Falcons
At Fort Worth, Texas:
Air Force (8-5) , with possession of the football for more than 41 minutes, and with Jared Tew and Asher Clark running for 173 and 129 yards respectively and two touchdowns apiece, dominated Houston (10-4) 47-20 Thursday in the Bell Helicopter Armed Forces Bowl.
Air Force (8-5) , with possession of the football for more than 41 minutes, and with Jared Tew and Asher Clark running for 173 and 129 yards respectively and two touchdowns apiece, dominated Houston (10-4) 47-20 Thursday in the Bell Helicopter Armed Forces Bowl.
Wednesday, December 30, 2009
Huskers Make Holiday Bowl History In Their Blowout Over 'Zona
At San Diego:
Zac Lee threw a 74-yard touchdown pass to Niles Paul in the third quarter Wednesday night as Nebraska (10-4) crushed Arizona (8-5) 33-0 in the Pacific Life Holiday Bowl, registering the first shutout in the game's 32-year history, and their first in 46 bowl appearances.
Zac Lee threw a 74-yard touchdown pass to Niles Paul in the third quarter Wednesday night as Nebraska (10-4) crushed Arizona (8-5) 33-0 in the Pacific Life Holiday Bowl, registering the first shutout in the game's 32-year history, and their first in 46 bowl appearances.
Vandals Pull Out Wild Win In Boise
At Boise, Idaho:
Quarterback Nathan Enderle, with four seconds remaining in regulation time, threw a 16-yard touchdown pass to Max Komar, then connected with Preston Davis on a successful two-point conversion attempt as Idaho (8-5) defeated Bowling Green (7-6) 43-42 Wednesday in the Roady's Humanitarian Bowl. The Falcons' Freddie Barnes caught 17 passes (giving him 155 for the year, a single-season FBS record) for 219 yards and three touchdowns, including a 51-yard touchdown reception from quarterback Tyler Sheehan that had put Bowling Green up 42-35 with 32 seconds left, before the Vandals' game-winning drive.
Quarterback Nathan Enderle, with four seconds remaining in regulation time, threw a 16-yard touchdown pass to Max Komar, then connected with Preston Davis on a successful two-point conversion attempt as Idaho (8-5) defeated Bowling Green (7-6) 43-42 Wednesday in the Roady's Humanitarian Bowl. The Falcons' Freddie Barnes caught 17 passes (giving him 155 for the year, a single-season FBS record) for 219 yards and three touchdowns, including a 51-yard touchdown reception from quarterback Tyler Sheehan that had put Bowling Green up 42-35 with 32 seconds left, before the Vandals' game-winning drive.
Tech Cans Embattled Football Coach
BREAKING NEWS: Texas Tech has given head football coach Mike Leach the boot.
Tuesday, December 29, 2009
Badgers Get Best Of 'Canes
At Orlando, Florida:
John Clay ran for 121 yards and two touchdowns as Wisconsin (10-3) defeated Miami (9-4) 20-14 Tuesday night in the Champs Sports Bowl.
John Clay ran for 121 yards and two touchdowns as Wisconsin (10-3) defeated Miami (9-4) 20-14 Tuesday night in the Champs Sports Bowl.
Bruins Come Back To Take EagleBank Bowl
At Washington:
Akeem Ayers returned an interception two yards for the go-ahead touchdown in the fourth quarter as UCLA (7-6) came back to overtake Temple (9-4) 30-21 Tuesday in the EagleBank bowl. The Bruins finished their first winning season in three years while the Owls played in their first bowl game in 30 years.
Akeem Ayers returned an interception two yards for the go-ahead touchdown in the fourth quarter as UCLA (7-6) came back to overtake Temple (9-4) 30-21 Tuesday in the EagleBank bowl. The Bruins finished their first winning season in three years while the Owls played in their first bowl game in 30 years.
Monday, December 28, 2009
Dawgs Smother Clumsy Aggies
At Shreveport, Louisiana:
Quarterback Joe Cox threw for two touchdowns and running back Caleb King ran for two more as Georgia (8-5) broke open a game that was deadlocked early in the third quarter and overpowered Texas A&M (6-7) 44-20 in Monday's Advocare 100 Independence Bowl.
Quarterback Joe Cox threw for two touchdowns and running back Caleb King ran for two more as Georgia (8-5) broke open a game that was deadlocked early in the third quarter and overpowered Texas A&M (6-7) 44-20 in Monday's Advocare 100 Independence Bowl.
Sunday, December 27, 2009
C. J. Leads Tigers By Wildcats In Music City
At Nashville, Tennessee:
C. J. Spiller scored a touchdown and amassed 172 all-purpose yards in his final game for Clemson as the Tigers (9-5) defeated Kentucky (7-6) 21-13 in Sunday's Gaylord Hotels Music City Bowl. The game may have been the last for Rich Brooks as the Wildcats' head coach. He told his players after the game that he was "80% certain" that he won't be coaching Kentucky next season.
C. J. Spiller scored a touchdown and amassed 172 all-purpose yards in his final game for Clemson as the Tigers (9-5) defeated Kentucky (7-6) 21-13 in Sunday's Gaylord Hotels Music City Bowl. The game may have been the last for Rich Brooks as the Wildcats' head coach. He told his players after the game that he was "80% certain" that he won't be coaching Kentucky next season.
Niners Too Much For Sloppy Lions
At San Francisco:
Frank Gore scored on a one-yard run and became the first player in club history to run for 1000 for more yards for four consecutive years as the San Francisco 49ers (7-8) defeated the error-prone Detroit Lions (2-13) 20-6 on Sunday in their final home contest of the season.
Frank Gore scored on a one-yard run and became the first player in club history to run for 1000 for more yards for four consecutive years as the San Francisco 49ers (7-8) defeated the error-prone Detroit Lions (2-13) 20-6 on Sunday in their final home contest of the season.
Saturday, December 26, 2009
Trojans Top BC In 'Frisco
At San Francisco:
Quarterback Matt Barkley threw touchdown passes to Stanley Havill on Southern California's first two possessions of the game and ran for a score in the fourth quarter as the Trojans (9-4) topped Boston College (8-5) 24-13 in the Emerald Bowl Saturday night.
Quarterback Matt Barkley threw touchdown passes to Stanley Havill on Southern California's first two possessions of the game and ran for a score in the fourth quarter as the Trojans (9-4) topped Boston College (8-5) 24-13 in the Emerald Bowl Saturday night.
Panthers Cap Off First 10+ Season Since '81 With Win Over Tar Heels
At Charlotte, North Carolina:
Running back Dion Lewis ran for 159 yards and a touchdown as Pittsburgh (10-3) capped off their first season with ten or more wins in 28 years with a 19-17 win over North Carolina (8-5) Saturday in the Meineke Car Care Bowl.
Running back Dion Lewis ran for 159 yards and a touchdown as Pittsburgh (10-3) capped off their first season with ten or more wins in 28 years with a 19-17 win over North Carolina (8-5) Saturday in the Meineke Car Care Bowl.
End Of An Era In Gainesville
Urban Meyer will step down as head football coach at Florida after the Sugar Bowl game on New Year's Day due to health concerns.
Thundering Herd Hold Off Bobcats
At Detroit:
Marshall (7-6), with quarterback Martin Ward running for two touchdowns and DeQuan Bembrey's interception with 40 seconds remaining, held off Ohio (9-5) 21-17 Saturday in the Little Caesars Pizza (formerly Motor City) Bowl game.
Marshall (7-6), with quarterback Martin Ward running for two touchdowns and DeQuan Bembrey's interception with 40 seconds remaining, held off Ohio (9-5) 21-17 Saturday in the Little Caesars Pizza (formerly Motor City) Bowl game.
Friday, December 25, 2009
Thursday, December 24, 2009
Mustangs Trample Wolf Pack
At Honolulu:
Freshman quarterback Kyle Padron threw for a school record 460 yards and two touchdowns as Southern Methodist hammed Nevada 45-10 Thursday in the Sheraton Hawaii Bowl. This was the Mustangs' first bowl game in 25 years. Both teams finish the season at 8-5.
Freshman quarterback Kyle Padron threw for a school record 460 yards and two touchdowns as Southern Methodist hammed Nevada 45-10 Thursday in the Sheraton Hawaii Bowl. This was the Mustangs' first bowl game in 25 years. Both teams finish the season at 8-5.
Hey, It's Big Enough To Share!
Here's an old TV ad from either the late 1950s or early 1960s for the 3 Musketeers candy bar.
Classic TV Commercial Time, Boys and Girls
From the mind of Stan Freberg, here is the classic 1960s Jeno's Pizza Rolls commercial.
Yes, folks, that's Clayton Moore and Jay Silverheels as The Lone Ranger and Tonto, respectively.
Yes, folks, that's Clayton Moore and Jay Silverheels as The Lone Ranger and Tonto, respectively.
George Michael, R, I. P.
George Michael, longtime Washington, DC sportscaster who was the longtime host of the highlights-rich George Michael Sports Machine (which I member watching when it was on a local Medford, Oregon TV station, one of roughly 200 that carried the show on a syndicated basis nationwide), passed away on Thursday at age 70 from complications from chronic lymphocytic leukemia.
A Historic First
The first commercial to air on British Television, first airing on September 22, 1955.
This is an advert for Gibbs SR Toothpaste.
I decided to re-post this video.
This is an advert for Gibbs SR Toothpaste.
I decided to re-post this video.
Merry Christmas From Mickey and Pluto
From 1952:
Here are Mickey Mouse and Pluto starring in "Pluto's Christmas Tree" from Walt Disney Productions. Directed by Jack Hannah. Originally released theatrically by RKO Radio Pictures. This is a re-release from Walt's distribution arm Buena Vista.
Here are Mickey Mouse and Pluto starring in "Pluto's Christmas Tree" from Walt Disney Productions. Directed by Jack Hannah. Originally released theatrically by RKO Radio Pictures. This is a re-release from Walt's distribution arm Buena Vista.
Wednesday, December 23, 2009
Runnin' Utes Storm Back To Take Poinsettia Bowl
At San Diego:
Quarterback Jordan Wynn threw for a career-high 338 yards and three touchdowns as Utah (10-3) erased an early 14-point deficit to defeat California (8-5) 37-27 Wednesday night at the San Diego County Credit Union Poinsettia Bowl. The Utes captured their FBS-high 9th straight bowl game and the Mountain West Conference is currently 3-0 in bowl games this season, with two of the wins coming at the expense of Pacific-10 Conference schools, BYU overpowering Oregon State the previous night in Las Vegas.
Quarterback Jordan Wynn threw for a career-high 338 yards and three touchdowns as Utah (10-3) erased an early 14-point deficit to defeat California (8-5) 37-27 Wednesday night at the San Diego County Credit Union Poinsettia Bowl. The Utes captured their FBS-high 9th straight bowl game and the Mountain West Conference is currently 3-0 in bowl games this season, with two of the wins coming at the expense of Pacific-10 Conference schools, BYU overpowering Oregon State the previous night in Las Vegas.
A Historic First
The first Kentucky Fried Chicken television commercial to air in Australia. This is from 1968.
KFC opened their first Aussie store in New South Wales that year.
KFC opened their first Aussie store in New South Wales that year.
Time For Another Christmas Cartoon
From 1933:
Otto Soglow's comic strip character, The Little King, starring in "Pals," produced by the Van Beuren cartoon studio in New York City and released theatrically by RKO Radio Pictures.
This cartoon was circulated for many years as "Christmas Night," via an Official Films release for home use and it was good to see the original titles for a change. Animation on this film was done by New York animation legend Jim Tyer.
Otto Soglow's comic strip character, The Little King, starring in "Pals," produced by the Van Beuren cartoon studio in New York City and released theatrically by RKO Radio Pictures.
This cartoon was circulated for many years as "Christmas Night," via an Official Films release for home use and it was good to see the original titles for a change. Animation on this film was done by New York animation legend Jim Tyer.
Time For Some Nostalgia
Okay, recent nostalgia.
Yes, that was then-Indianapolis Colts head coach Jim Mora's infamous "playoffs" outburst in 2001.
He was fired at the end of that season.
Yes, that was then-Indianapolis Colts head coach Jim Mora's infamous "playoffs" outburst in 2001.
He was fired at the end of that season.
Tuesday, December 22, 2009
Take Roy's Advice
Pick up a package of Post Sugar Crisp cereal.
That was a commercial for Post Sugar Crisp, which sponsored The Roy Rogers Show. Yep, that was the King of the Cowboys himself, helped along by the Three Sugar Bears (Handy, Dandy, and Candy), who a few years later, would be replaced by one sweater-wearing pimp-smooth operator named Sugar Bear.
That was a commercial for Post Sugar Crisp, which sponsored The Roy Rogers Show. Yep, that was the King of the Cowboys himself, helped along by the Three Sugar Bears (Handy, Dandy, and Candy), who a few years later, would be replaced by one sweater-wearing pimp-smooth operator named Sugar Bear.
Max Hall Leads Cougs Past Error-And-Penalty-Plagued Beavs
At Las Vegas:
Quarterback Max Hall threw for 192 and three touchdowns to lead Brigham Young (11-2) to a 44-20 overpowering of Oregon State (8-5) in the MAACO Las Vegas Bowl Tuesday night. The win was the Cougars' third win in five bowl games in Vegas in as many years and ended the Beavers' five-game bowl winning streak.
Quarterback Max Hall threw for 192 and three touchdowns to lead Brigham Young (11-2) to a 44-20 overpowering of Oregon State (8-5) in the MAACO Las Vegas Bowl Tuesday night. The win was the Cougars' third win in five bowl games in Vegas in as many years and ended the Beavers' five-game bowl winning streak.
Here's Where To Fill It Up
Another old Australian TV commercial, this one from 1970, for British Petroleum.
When You Visit Australia
Take a ride on a Vanguard Six.
That's a 1961 commercial for the Vanguard Six, with Melbourne radio announcer John Ford (NO---NOT the legendary motion picture director of the same name) and Formula 1 driver Ron Flockhart.
That's a 1961 commercial for the Vanguard Six, with Melbourne radio announcer John Ford (NO---NOT the legendary motion picture director of the same name) and Formula 1 driver Ron Flockhart.
Time To Stop B.O.
This 1940s ad for Lifebouy Soap was shown in Australian movie theaters.
This really was no more than a radio commercial with pictures.
This really was no more than a radio commercial with pictures.
Merry Christams!
From the folks at the Miller Brewing Company, Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
This ad was from 1977.
This ad was from 1977.
Christmas Comes But Once A Year
Here's a 1936 Max Fleischer cartoon, released by Paramount Pictures, entitled, "Christmas Comes But Once A Year." Grampy, from the Betty Boop series, plays the role of Santa. In Technicolor.
Credits on screen.
Credits on screen.
Time For Fats
Here is Fats Waller in a 1941 Soundie, performing his co-penned "Honeysuckle Rose." Solos performed by Al Casey (guitar)and Gene Sedric (saxophone). Fats' "Rose" in this case was Cotton Club dancer Vivian Brown (NOT the same-named meteorologist on The [sometimes] Weather Channel).
Ben Bernie and All The Lads
Here's Ben Bernie and his orchestra in a short (c. 1924-25) early sound firm, using Lee DeForest's Phonofilm process.
Here's a medley of songs performed by Ben and the boys:
"Rose Marie"
"Oh, Baby Be Good"
"Tell Her In The Springtime"
"Rose Marie (reprise)"
"Indian Love Call"
"Tea For Two"
"Fascinatin' Rhythm"
Here's a medley of songs performed by Ben and the boys:
"Rose Marie"
"Oh, Baby Be Good"
"Tell Her In The Springtime"
"Rose Marie (reprise)"
"Indian Love Call"
"Tea For Two"
"Fascinatin' Rhythm"
Top Cat, Herman the Mouse, Gerard, R. I. P.
Arnold Stang, the bespectacled, owl-faced actor best remembered for playing nerdy, milquetoast characters on radio, television, and motion pictures, passed away on Sunday at Newton, Massachusetts from pneumonia at age 91.
Mr. Stang is remembered for providing the voice of Herman the Mouse in 1940s and 1950s cartoons from Famous/Paramount Studios and Top Cat in the Hanna-Barbera-produced Top Cat, which aired on ABC in prime time in the 1961-62 season.
As for Herman the Mouse, he began co-starring in his own official Famous/Paramount series with Katnip the Cat (voiced by Sid Raymond) in 1952. The series ended in 1959.
Arnold also played the role of nerdy New Yorker Gerard on Henry Morgan's radio shows (ABC 1946-48, NBC 1949-50), making life at times miserable for the acerbic Mr. Morgan.
Mr. Stang is remembered for providing the voice of Herman the Mouse in 1940s and 1950s cartoons from Famous/Paramount Studios and Top Cat in the Hanna-Barbera-produced Top Cat, which aired on ABC in prime time in the 1961-62 season.
As for Herman the Mouse, he began co-starring in his own official Famous/Paramount series with Katnip the Cat (voiced by Sid Raymond) in 1952. The series ended in 1959.
Arnold also played the role of nerdy New Yorker Gerard on Henry Morgan's radio shows (ABC 1946-48, NBC 1949-50), making life at times miserable for the acerbic Mr. Morgan.
Monday, December 21, 2009
How 'Bout A Big Heapin' Bowl Of...
Grape Nuts Flakes.
This television commercial for Post Grape Nuts Flakes is from around 1958.
This television commercial for Post Grape Nuts Flakes is from around 1958.
Don't Live With A Corn
Try living with a tomato.
All kidding aside, here's a 1972 television commercial for Freezone.
In COLOR!
All kidding aside, here's a 1972 television commercial for Freezone.
In COLOR!
Here's A Rare Classic
From 1937:
It is "The Little Match Girl," one of the best cartoons ever to be made by the Charles Mintz (Screen Gems) cartoon studio. This Academy Award-nominated cartoon , released by Columbia Pictures, was supervised by Sid Marcus and Art Davis.
Story by Sid Marcus.
Animation by Art Davis and Emery Hawkins.
Music by Joe DeNat.
It is "The Little Match Girl," one of the best cartoons ever to be made by the Charles Mintz (Screen Gems) cartoon studio. This Academy Award-nominated cartoon , released by Columbia Pictures, was supervised by Sid Marcus and Art Davis.
Story by Sid Marcus.
Animation by Art Davis and Emery Hawkins.
Music by Joe DeNat.
How 'Bout A Bar Of Ivory Soap
Better make that four bars for the price of three of another brand, as depicted in this 1953 commercial.
And Now, A Word From Our Sponsor
Here's a commercial for Aerowax that aired during a 1953 CBS telecast of the weekday soap opera, Love Of Life.
A Few Moments With Eddie Cantor
Here is a pioneering sound film from Dr. Lee DeForest's laboratories from 1923 with Eddie Cantor, produced in New York City.
The title is, of course, "A Few Moments With Eddie Cantor." Here is Eddie in rare top form in this brief film. This film was made in Lee De Forest's sound-on-film Phonofilm process.
The title is, of course, "A Few Moments With Eddie Cantor." Here is Eddie in rare top form in this brief film. This film was made in Lee De Forest's sound-on-film Phonofilm process.
Sunday, December 20, 2009
Blue Raiders Top Brett Favre's Alma Mater
At New Orleans:
Dwight Dasher ran for a bowl-record 201 yards and two touchdowns and threw for two more as Middle Tennessee (10-3) defeated Southern Mississippi (7-6) 42-32 Sunday at the R + L Carriers New Orleans Bowl.
Dwight Dasher ran for a bowl-record 201 yards and two touchdowns and threw for two more as Middle Tennessee (10-3) defeated Southern Mississippi (7-6) 42-32 Sunday at the R + L Carriers New Orleans Bowl.
Time for Rudolph
Here is the 1948 animated version of "Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer." Produced for Montgomery Ward by the Detroit-based Jam Handy Organization and directed by animation pioneer Max Fleischer.
Niners Eliminated From Playoff Contention
At Philadelphia:
Donovan McNabb threw for one touchdown (to DeSean Jackson) and ran for another as the Philadelphia Eagles (10-4) locked up a playoff berth in the National Football Conference with a 27-13 win over the San Francisco 49ers (6-8) on Sunday. The loss locked up a second straight NFC West Division title for the Arizona Cardinals and knocked the Niners from playoff contention for the seventh straight year.
Donovan McNabb threw for one touchdown (to DeSean Jackson) and ran for another as the Philadelphia Eagles (10-4) locked up a playoff berth in the National Football Conference with a 27-13 win over the San Francisco 49ers (6-8) on Sunday. The loss locked up a second straight NFC West Division title for the Arizona Cardinals and knocked the Niners from playoff contention for the seventh straight year.
Another Crown For Sioux Falls
At Rome, Georgia:
The University of Sioux Falls repeated their NAIA national football championship of last year with a 25-22 win over Linderwood University (Missouri) on Saturday.
Braden Wieking kicked what turned out to be the game-winning field goal with less than 10 minutes remaining in the fourth quarter.
The University of Sioux Falls repeated their NAIA national football championship of last year with a 25-22 win over Linderwood University (Missouri) on Saturday.
Braden Wieking kicked what turned out to be the game-winning field goal with less than 10 minutes remaining in the fourth quarter.
Saturday, December 19, 2009
Chalk Up Another Bowl Win For Rutgers
At St. Petersburg, Florida:
Freshman Mohamed Sanu was all over the field on Saturday night. He ran for two touchdowns (one from the wildcat formation), and scored on an 11-yard pass courtesy of quarterback (and fellow true freshman) Tom Savage as Rutgers (9-4) defeated Central Florida (8-5) 45-24 in the St. Petersburg Bowl. The win was the Scarlet Knights' fourth straight bowl victory.
Freshman Mohamed Sanu was all over the field on Saturday night. He ran for two touchdowns (one from the wildcat formation), and scored on an 11-yard pass courtesy of quarterback (and fellow true freshman) Tom Savage as Rutgers (9-4) defeated Central Florida (8-5) 45-24 in the St. Petersburg Bowl. The win was the Scarlet Knights' fourth straight bowl victory.
Cowboys Top Bulldogs In Overtime Thriller In Albuquerque
At Albuquerque, New Mexico:
The college football bowl season got under way on Saturday as Wyoming (7-6) defeated Fresno State (8-5) 35-28 in the New Mexico Bowl. Cowboys freshman quarterback Austyn Carta-Samuels threw a 13-yard touchdown pass to David Leonard in the second overtime period.
The college football bowl season got under way on Saturday as Wyoming (7-6) defeated Fresno State (8-5) 35-28 in the New Mexico Bowl. Cowboys freshman quarterback Austyn Carta-Samuels threw a 13-yard touchdown pass to David Leonard in the second overtime period.
Warhawks Conclude Perfect Season With D3 Title
At Salem, Virginia:
Levell Coppage ran 31 yards for the game-winning touchdown with 77 seconds remaining as Wisconsin-Whitewater defeated Mount Union (Ohio) 38-28 in the Amos Alonzo Stagg Bowl for the NCAA Division III national football championship on Saturday. A winter storm forced the game to start five hour later than originally scheduled. The victory ended the Warhawks' season at 15-0. The Purple Raiders (14-1) suffered their only defeat of the season.
Levell Coppage ran 31 yards for the game-winning touchdown with 77 seconds remaining as Wisconsin-Whitewater defeated Mount Union (Ohio) 38-28 in the Amos Alonzo Stagg Bowl for the NCAA Division III national football championship on Saturday. A winter storm forced the game to start five hour later than originally scheduled. The victory ended the Warhawks' season at 15-0. The Purple Raiders (14-1) suffered their only defeat of the season.
Friday, December 18, 2009
Wildcats Overtake Grizzlies For FCS Crown
At Chattanooga, Tennessee:
Running back Matt Szczur ran for 159 yards and two touchdowns while picking up an additional 68 yards receiving Friday night as Villanova won the NCAA's Football Championship Subdivision (formerly Division 1-AA) national title
Friday night, defeating Montana 23-21.
Running back Matt Szczur ran for 159 yards and two touchdowns while picking up an additional 68 yards receiving Friday night as Villanova won the NCAA's Football Championship Subdivision (formerly Division 1-AA) national title
Friday night, defeating Montana 23-21.
Wednesday, December 16, 2009
Prominent Obits
Gene Barry, best remembered for his portrayals of Bat Masterson and Amos Burke on television in the 1950s and 1960s, passed away last Wednesday at a Woodland Hills, California assisted-living facility at age 90.
Pioneering televangelist and the founder of the Tulsa, Oklahoma university that bears his name, Oral Roberts, passed away Tuesday at a Newport Beach, California hospital from pneumonia at age 91.
Roy Edward Disney, Walt's nephew, who was a major force at the studio that his father and uncle co-founded, passed away on Wednesday from stomach cancer at Newport Beach, California at age 79.
Pioneering televangelist and the founder of the Tulsa, Oklahoma university that bears his name, Oral Roberts, passed away Tuesday at a Newport Beach, California hospital from pneumonia at age 91.
Roy Edward Disney, Walt's nephew, who was a major force at the studio that his father and uncle co-founded, passed away on Wednesday from stomach cancer at Newport Beach, California at age 79.
Monday, December 14, 2009
Niners Force Seven Turnovers To Keep Cards From Clinching Division
At San Francisco:
The San Francisco 49ers (6-7) defense forced seven Arizona turnovers while Frank Gore ran for 167 yards and a touchdown as the hosts kept their outside shot at winning the NFC West Division alive Monday night, defeating the Cardinals (8-5) 24-9 in the Monday night game, preventing Arizona from locking up their second straight divisional championship. Next for San Francisco, a Sunday battle with the Philadelphia Eagles (9-4) on the road.
The San Francisco 49ers (6-7) defense forced seven Arizona turnovers while Frank Gore ran for 167 yards and a touchdown as the hosts kept their outside shot at winning the NFC West Division alive Monday night, defeating the Cardinals (8-5) 24-9 in the Monday night game, preventing Arizona from locking up their second straight divisional championship. Next for San Francisco, a Sunday battle with the Philadelphia Eagles (9-4) on the road.
Sunday, December 13, 2009
Bearcats Capture D-2 Crown
At Florence, Alabama:
Northwest Missouri State defeated Grand Valley State (Mich.) 30-23 to win the NCAA Division II national football championship on Saturday.
Northwest Missouri State defeated Grand Valley State (Mich.) 30-23 to win the NCAA Division II national football championship on Saturday.
Saturday, December 12, 2009
No Bowl For Army
An eighth straight win for Navy over Army ruined the Black Knights' hopes of going to their first bowl game in 13 years.
UCLA, thus, will get to play Temple at the EagleBank Bowl at Washington on December 29.
UCLA, thus, will get to play Temple at the EagleBank Bowl at Washington on December 29.
Historic First For Crimson Tide
At long last, a member of the Alabama Crimson Tide won the Heisman Trophy.
He's only the second sophomore to win the honor, following the closest vote in history.
He's only the second sophomore to win the honor, following the closest vote in history.
Sunday, December 06, 2009
End-of-game FG Sinks Niners
At Seattle:
Despite a 310-yard and two touchdown pass day from quarterback Alex Smith, the Seattle Seahawks, with Olindo Mare kicking a 30-yard field goal as time expired, knocked off the San Francisco 49ers 20-17 Sunday in NFL play. The Niners and Hawks (both now 5-7) now trail Arizona by three games in the NFC West Division.
Despite a 310-yard and two touchdown pass day from quarterback Alex Smith, the Seattle Seahawks, with Olindo Mare kicking a 30-yard field goal as time expired, knocked off the San Francisco 49ers 20-17 Sunday in NFL play. The Niners and Hawks (both now 5-7) now trail Arizona by three games in the NFC West Division.
Tide and 'Horns To Play For All The Marbles
With the aftermath of the conclusion of Saturday night's Big-12 Conference title game, there are some folks who don't feel that great about this arrangement.
Here's the lineup for the five BCS games for next month.
Here's the bowl schedule for 2009-10:
Saturday, December 19:
New Mexico Bowl at Albuquerque:
Fresno State vs. Wyoming
St. Petersburg Bowl at St. Petersburg, Florida:
Central Florida vs. Rutgers
Sunday, December 20:
R+L Carriers New Orleans Bowl:
Southern Mississippi vs. Middle Tennessee State
Tuesday, November 22:
MAACO Bowl at Las Vegas, Nevada:
Oregon State vs. BYU
Wednesday, December 23:
San Diego County Credit Union Poinsettia Bowl:
Utah vs. California (Berkeley)
Thursday, December 24:
Sheraton Hawaii Bowl at Honolulu:
Nevada vs. Southern Methodist
Saturday December 26:
Little Caesars Pizza Bowl at Detroit:
Marshall vs. Ohio U
Meineke Car Care Bowl at Charlotte, North Carolina:
Pittsburgh vs. North Carolina
Emerald Bowl at San Francisco:
Boston College vs. Southern California
Sunday, December 27:
Gaylord Hotels Music City Bowl at Nashville:
Kentucky vs. Clemson
Monday December 28:
Advocare V100 Independence Bowl at Shreveport, Louisiana
Texas A&M vs. Georgia
Tuesday, December 29:
EagleBank Bowl at Washington:
Army/UCLA vs. Temple
Champs Sports Bowl at Orlando, Florida:
Miami (FL) vs. Wisconsin
Wednesday, December 30:
Roady's Humanitarian Bowl at Boise, Idaho:
Bowling Green (OH) vs. Idaho
Pacific Life Holiday Bowl at San Diego:
Arizona vs. Nebraska
Thursday, December 31:
Bell Helicopter Armed Forces Bowl at Fort Worth, Texas:
Houston vs. Air Force
Brut Sun Bowl at El Paso, Texas:
Oklahoma vs. Stanford
Texas Bowl at Houston:
Navy vs. Missouri
Insight Bowl at Tempe, Arizona:
Minnesota vs. Iowa State
Chick-Fil-A Bowl at Atlanta:
Virginia Tech vs. Tennessee
Friday, January 1:
Outback Bowl at Tampa, Florida:
Northwestern vs. Auburn
Konica Minolta Gator Bowl at Jacksonville, Florida:
West Virginia vs. Florida State
Capital One Bowl at Orlando, Florida:
Penn State vs. LSU
ROSE BOWL GAME PRESENTED BY CITI AT PASADENA, CALIFORNIA:
Ohio State vs. Oregon
ALLSTATE SUGAR BOWL AT NEW ORLEANS:
Florida vs. Cincinnati
Saturday, January 2:
International Bowl at Toronto:
South Florida vs. Northern Illinois
PapaJohns.com Bowl at Birmingham, Alabama:
South Carolina vs. Connecticut
AT&T Cotton Bowl at Arlington, Texas:
Oklahoma State vs. Mississippi
AutoZone Liberty Bowl at Memphis:
Arkansas vs. East Carolina
Valero Alamo Bowl at San Antonio:
Michigan State vs. Texas Tech
Monday, January 4:
TOSTITOS FIESTA BOWL AT GLENDALE, ARIZONA:
Boise State vs. Texas Christian
Tuesday, January 5:
FEDEX ORANGE BOWL AT MIAMI:
Iowa vs. Georgia Tech
Wednesday, January 6:
GMAC Bowl at Mobile, Alabama:
Central Michigan vs. Troy
Thursday, January 7:
BCS NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP GAME AT PASADENA, CALIFORNIA:
Texas vs. Alabama
NOTES: All BCS bowls are listed in full capital letters. As for the EagleBank bowl, if Army defeats Navy this coming Saturday, the Black Knight would become bowl eligible, otherwise, UCLA will get their crack at the Temple Owls.
Here's the lineup for the five BCS games for next month.
Here's the bowl schedule for 2009-10:
Saturday, December 19:
New Mexico Bowl at Albuquerque:
Fresno State vs. Wyoming
St. Petersburg Bowl at St. Petersburg, Florida:
Central Florida vs. Rutgers
Sunday, December 20:
R+L Carriers New Orleans Bowl:
Southern Mississippi vs. Middle Tennessee State
Tuesday, November 22:
MAACO Bowl at Las Vegas, Nevada:
Oregon State vs. BYU
Wednesday, December 23:
San Diego County Credit Union Poinsettia Bowl:
Utah vs. California (Berkeley)
Thursday, December 24:
Sheraton Hawaii Bowl at Honolulu:
Nevada vs. Southern Methodist
Saturday December 26:
Little Caesars Pizza Bowl at Detroit:
Marshall vs. Ohio U
Meineke Car Care Bowl at Charlotte, North Carolina:
Pittsburgh vs. North Carolina
Emerald Bowl at San Francisco:
Boston College vs. Southern California
Sunday, December 27:
Gaylord Hotels Music City Bowl at Nashville:
Kentucky vs. Clemson
Monday December 28:
Advocare V100 Independence Bowl at Shreveport, Louisiana
Texas A&M vs. Georgia
Tuesday, December 29:
EagleBank Bowl at Washington:
Army/UCLA vs. Temple
Champs Sports Bowl at Orlando, Florida:
Miami (FL) vs. Wisconsin
Wednesday, December 30:
Roady's Humanitarian Bowl at Boise, Idaho:
Bowling Green (OH) vs. Idaho
Pacific Life Holiday Bowl at San Diego:
Arizona vs. Nebraska
Thursday, December 31:
Bell Helicopter Armed Forces Bowl at Fort Worth, Texas:
Houston vs. Air Force
Brut Sun Bowl at El Paso, Texas:
Oklahoma vs. Stanford
Texas Bowl at Houston:
Navy vs. Missouri
Insight Bowl at Tempe, Arizona:
Minnesota vs. Iowa State
Chick-Fil-A Bowl at Atlanta:
Virginia Tech vs. Tennessee
Friday, January 1:
Outback Bowl at Tampa, Florida:
Northwestern vs. Auburn
Konica Minolta Gator Bowl at Jacksonville, Florida:
West Virginia vs. Florida State
Capital One Bowl at Orlando, Florida:
Penn State vs. LSU
ROSE BOWL GAME PRESENTED BY CITI AT PASADENA, CALIFORNIA:
Ohio State vs. Oregon
ALLSTATE SUGAR BOWL AT NEW ORLEANS:
Florida vs. Cincinnati
Saturday, January 2:
International Bowl at Toronto:
South Florida vs. Northern Illinois
PapaJohns.com Bowl at Birmingham, Alabama:
South Carolina vs. Connecticut
AT&T Cotton Bowl at Arlington, Texas:
Oklahoma State vs. Mississippi
AutoZone Liberty Bowl at Memphis:
Arkansas vs. East Carolina
Valero Alamo Bowl at San Antonio:
Michigan State vs. Texas Tech
Monday, January 4:
TOSTITOS FIESTA BOWL AT GLENDALE, ARIZONA:
Boise State vs. Texas Christian
Tuesday, January 5:
FEDEX ORANGE BOWL AT MIAMI:
Iowa vs. Georgia Tech
Wednesday, January 6:
GMAC Bowl at Mobile, Alabama:
Central Michigan vs. Troy
Thursday, January 7:
BCS NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP GAME AT PASADENA, CALIFORNIA:
Texas vs. Alabama
NOTES: All BCS bowls are listed in full capital letters. As for the EagleBank bowl, if Army defeats Navy this coming Saturday, the Black Knight would become bowl eligible, otherwise, UCLA will get their crack at the Temple Owls.
Friday, December 04, 2009
DUCKS TOP BEAVERS IN CIVIL WAR TO CLINCH FIRST PAC-10 TITLE AND ROSE BOWL BERTH IN 15 YEARS
At Eugene, Oregon:
Running back LaMichael James ran for 166 yards and three touchdowns as BCS-ranked #7 Oregon defeated #16 Oregon State 37-33 Thursday night to win the 113th edition of the Civil War to lock up the Pacific-10 Conference championship and the conference's Rose Bowl berth. The Ducks will face Ohio State on New Year's Day at Pasadena.
Running back LaMichael James ran for 166 yards and three touchdowns as BCS-ranked #7 Oregon defeated #16 Oregon State 37-33 Thursday night to win the 113th edition of the Civil War to lock up the Pacific-10 Conference championship and the conference's Rose Bowl berth. The Ducks will face Ohio State on New Year's Day at Pasadena.
Wednesday, December 02, 2009
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