Game 30
Monmouth-Roseville vs. Williamsfield (Boy's Basketball)
Williamsfield Tournament
(11/29/10)
I was excited to get to see this Monmouth-Roseville Titans team in action. After watching some of their summer basketball, I feel that they can make a nice run. I also broadcasted the 7th grade IESA state championship game won by the Titans two years ago, with current freshmen Trayvon Smith and Martel Hunter on that team. Both play significantly on the varsity team.
Monday, November 29, 2010
Game 29: United vs. (Biggsville) West Central (Boy's Basketball)
Game 29
United vs. (Biggsville) West Central (Boy's Basketball)
Williamsfield Tournament
(11/29/10)
Another open day that was filled, this time a doubleheader. Originally, I had planned on broadcasting the Annawan vs. River Ridge/Scales Mound girl's basketball game, with both teams ranked (or receiving votes) in the preseason rankings. That game was tipping off an hour early, and I didn't think I could make it in enough time. At any rate, that game ended in a blowout, and I was able to get two games in one night.
United vs. (Biggsville) West Central (Boy's Basketball)
Williamsfield Tournament
(11/29/10)
Another open day that was filled, this time a doubleheader. Originally, I had planned on broadcasting the Annawan vs. River Ridge/Scales Mound girl's basketball game, with both teams ranked (or receiving votes) in the preseason rankings. That game was tipping off an hour early, and I didn't think I could make it in enough time. At any rate, that game ended in a blowout, and I was able to get two games in one night.
Sunday, November 28, 2010
Game 28: Galesburg vs. Thornridge (Boy's Basketball)
Game 28
Galesburg vs. Thornridge (Boy's Basketball)
Galesburg Tournament
11/27/10
During my girl's postgame show, Jimmie Carr headed down on the court to try and grab Thornridge head coach Scott Alderson. Coach Alderson was very gracious and allowed a few minutes while his team warmed up to talk.
The Chicago Sun-Times had just released a story that Thornridge would keep varsity athletics in 2011-12, despite becoming a freshman academy.
Galesburg vs. Thornridge (Boy's Basketball)
Galesburg Tournament
11/27/10
During my girl's postgame show, Jimmie Carr headed down on the court to try and grab Thornridge head coach Scott Alderson. Coach Alderson was very gracious and allowed a few minutes while his team warmed up to talk.
The Chicago Sun-Times had just released a story that Thornridge would keep varsity athletics in 2011-12, despite becoming a freshman academy.
Game 27: Galesburg vs. Rich East (Girl's Basketball)
Game 27
Galesburg vs. Rich East (Girl's Basketball)
Galesburg Tournament
11/27/10
Another scheduled broadcast had to go to the wayside, due to timing. After the Galesburg/Washington game, the post-game show went a little longer than expected, and the 15:00 clock started immediately after the contest due to the lateness of the tournament. It was just early afternoon, but tonight was also the Hall of Fame Night for Galesburg High School. The festivities were scheduled to begin at 5:00, followed by the girl's game and then the nightcap, the boy's game.
Galesburg vs. Rich East (Girl's Basketball)
Galesburg Tournament
11/27/10
Another scheduled broadcast had to go to the wayside, due to timing. After the Galesburg/Washington game, the post-game show went a little longer than expected, and the 15:00 clock started immediately after the contest due to the lateness of the tournament. It was just early afternoon, but tonight was also the Hall of Fame Night for Galesburg High School. The festivities were scheduled to begin at 5:00, followed by the girl's game and then the nightcap, the boy's game.
Game 26: Galesburg vs. (Chicago) Washington (Boy's Basketball)
Game 26
Galesburg vs. (Chicago) Washington (Boy's Basketball)
Galesburg Tournament
11/27/10
Once again, the tournament was delayed almost an hour. This was mostly due to teams not giving up at the end. I credit the fight by teams that are down by 20 points, but in some cases I found it a little ridiculous. In a later game, one team (down 18 points) were still fouling with 12 seconds remaining. This was seen throughout the tournament.
Galesburg vs. (Chicago) Washington (Boy's Basketball)
Galesburg Tournament
11/27/10
Once again, the tournament was delayed almost an hour. This was mostly due to teams not giving up at the end. I credit the fight by teams that are down by 20 points, but in some cases I found it a little ridiculous. In a later game, one team (down 18 points) were still fouling with 12 seconds remaining. This was seen throughout the tournament.
Game 25: Moline vs. Thornridge (Boy's Basketball)
Game 25
Moline vs. Thornridge (Boy's Basketball)
Galesburg Tournament
11/27/10
It was another short night of sleep after getting home after 11:00 Friday night. The alarm rang at 4:30, and it was back to the office to begin another long day at the gym.
After finishing up at the radio station, I made my way back to John Thiel Gymnasium, but first a stop at the McDonald's drive-thru, for a vanilla latte and a breakfast burrito.
Moline vs. Thornridge (Boy's Basketball)
Galesburg Tournament
11/27/10
It was another short night of sleep after getting home after 11:00 Friday night. The alarm rang at 4:30, and it was back to the office to begin another long day at the gym.
After finishing up at the radio station, I made my way back to John Thiel Gymnasium, but first a stop at the McDonald's drive-thru, for a vanilla latte and a breakfast burrito.
Game 24: Galesburg vs. Urbana (Boy's Basketball)
Game 24
Galesburg vs. Urbana (Boy's Basketball)
Galesburg Tournament
11/26/10
After packing up at Knox College, I headed back over to Galesburg High School for the final broadcast of the night. I had flirted with the idea of broadcasting the last game, between Thornridge and Collins Academy, but fatigue had set it.
Galesburg vs. Urbana (Boy's Basketball)
Galesburg Tournament
11/26/10
After packing up at Knox College, I headed back over to Galesburg High School for the final broadcast of the night. I had flirted with the idea of broadcasting the last game, between Thornridge and Collins Academy, but fatigue had set it.
Game 23: Galesburg vs. Metamora (Girl's Basketball)
Game 23
Galesburg vs. Metamora (Girl's Basketball)
Galesburg Tournament (@ Knox College)
11/26/10
The originally schedule 23rd broadcast was supposed to be back at John Thiel Gymnasium for the Urbana/Thornridge game. It was scheduled to tip off at 1:30, however the Galesburg/Collins game did not tip off until after 1:00. The Urbana/Thornridge game did not tip off until around 2:45, and my next broadcast was across town at Knox College at 4:30, and my equipment needed to be set up. Too much of a time crunch, so the originally scheduled broadcast had to be scrapped.
Galesburg vs. Metamora (Girl's Basketball)
Galesburg Tournament (@ Knox College)
11/26/10
The originally schedule 23rd broadcast was supposed to be back at John Thiel Gymnasium for the Urbana/Thornridge game. It was scheduled to tip off at 1:30, however the Galesburg/Collins game did not tip off until after 1:00. The Urbana/Thornridge game did not tip off until around 2:45, and my next broadcast was across town at Knox College at 4:30, and my equipment needed to be set up. Too much of a time crunch, so the originally scheduled broadcast had to be scrapped.
Game 22: Galesburg vs. Collins Academy (Boy's Basketball)
Game 22
Galesburg vs. Collins Academy (Boy's Basketball)
Galesburg Tournament
11/26/10
Following the Rich Central/Curie game, I was on the air for the Silver Streaks and Collins Academy (Chicago). Collins did not have a roster in the original program that I had picked up for the Moline/Galesburg game on Wednesday.
Galesburg vs. Collins Academy (Boy's Basketball)
Galesburg Tournament
11/26/10
Following the Rich Central/Curie game, I was on the air for the Silver Streaks and Collins Academy (Chicago). Collins did not have a roster in the original program that I had picked up for the Moline/Galesburg game on Wednesday.
Game 21: Chicago Curie vs. Rich Central (Boy's)
Game 21
(Chicago) Curie vs. Rich Central (Boy's Basketball)
Galesburg Tournament
11/26/10
Cold air is much colder at 3:30 a.m. Black Friday began that early for me, not because I went insane and decided to go shopping, but because I had to head into the office to record news and sports, and do a remote broadcast. Shopping and I have been bitter enemies for a long time. I'm an in-and-out shopper, and don't like crowded aisles in stores. When I go shopping, it's late at night to avoid crowds, so no Black Friday sale is going to entice me into any store.
(Chicago) Curie vs. Rich Central (Boy's Basketball)
Galesburg Tournament
11/26/10
Cold air is much colder at 3:30 a.m. Black Friday began that early for me, not because I went insane and decided to go shopping, but because I had to head into the office to record news and sports, and do a remote broadcast. Shopping and I have been bitter enemies for a long time. I'm an in-and-out shopper, and don't like crowded aisles in stores. When I go shopping, it's late at night to avoid crowds, so no Black Friday sale is going to entice me into any store.
Thursday, November 25, 2010
Game 20: Moline @ Galesburg (Boy's)
Game 20
Moline @ Galesburg (Boy's)
Galesburg Thanksgiving Tournament
(11/24/10)
The day before Thanksgiving and the boy's basketball season opener for the Galesburg Silver Streaks and Moline Maroons. For some reason, I had thought an earlier schedule that was released had a sophomore game tipping off at 6:00, followed by the varsity game at 7:30.
Moline @ Galesburg (Boy's)
Galesburg Thanksgiving Tournament
(11/24/10)
The day before Thanksgiving and the boy's basketball season opener for the Galesburg Silver Streaks and Moline Maroons. For some reason, I had thought an earlier schedule that was released had a sophomore game tipping off at 6:00, followed by the varsity game at 7:30.
Wednesday, November 24, 2010
Game 19: Galesburg @ Quincy (Girl's)
Game 19
Galesburg @ Quincy (Girl's)
(11/23/10)
Turkey day at the office. The radio station had a potluck Thanksgiving Dinner. During the holidays, I am probably the most hated man in the office, because the potluck and the Christmas party are all scheduled around basketball, and my schedule. Today, I said don't worry when you plan the date for the Christmas party, I will make it no matter what my schedule is. We drew names for a gift exchange for our Christmas party. Our limit is set at a max. of $5. Last year, I drew Amye Bean, one of our sales representatives. In being lazily creative, Amye received a framed five-dollar bill.
Galesburg @ Quincy (Girl's)
(11/23/10)
Turkey day at the office. The radio station had a potluck Thanksgiving Dinner. During the holidays, I am probably the most hated man in the office, because the potluck and the Christmas party are all scheduled around basketball, and my schedule. Today, I said don't worry when you plan the date for the Christmas party, I will make it no matter what my schedule is. We drew names for a gift exchange for our Christmas party. Our limit is set at a max. of $5. Last year, I drew Amye Bean, one of our sales representatives. In being lazily creative, Amye received a framed five-dollar bill.
Monday, November 22, 2010
A Day Off....WHAAAAAT?!?!?!
Monday (11/22/10)
Boy's Basketball Season Opener
The first day of boy's basketball games across Illinois, and I find myself typing on my computer on the couch in my living room watching Monday Night Football. Wait...what?
Boy's Basketball Season Opener
The first day of boy's basketball games across Illinois, and I find myself typing on my computer on the couch in my living room watching Monday Night Football. Wait...what?
Sunday, November 21, 2010
Game 18: Springfield vs. Galesburg (Girl's)
Game 18
Springfield vs. Galesburg (Girl's)
Galesburg Thanksgiving Tournament
(11/20/10)
To be honest with you, this has been an extremely stressful week. Now that the 18th game is in the books, I can rest easy and share my week one thoughts. Unlike last year, there were more stressful and anxious feelings going into this broadcast season.
Springfield vs. Galesburg (Girl's)
Galesburg Thanksgiving Tournament
(11/20/10)
To be honest with you, this has been an extremely stressful week. Now that the 18th game is in the books, I can rest easy and share my week one thoughts. Unlike last year, there were more stressful and anxious feelings going into this broadcast season.
Game 17: Dunlap vs. United Township (Girl's)
Game 17
Dunlap vs. United Township (Girl's)
Galesburg Thanksgiving Tournament
(11/20/10)
In the break in sessions, I drove back to the radio station in Monmouth and uploaded some video, which can be seen at http://www.ihssn.net/girl-s-basketball/galesburg-thanksgiving-tournament-videos. In addition, I caught up on the blog entries and tried to keep up on the football semifinal playoffs.
Dunlap vs. United Township (Girl's)
Galesburg Thanksgiving Tournament
(11/20/10)
In the break in sessions, I drove back to the radio station in Monmouth and uploaded some video, which can be seen at http://www.ihssn.net/girl-s-basketball/galesburg-thanksgiving-tournament-videos. In addition, I caught up on the blog entries and tried to keep up on the football semifinal playoffs.
Saturday, November 20, 2010
Game 16: Springfield vs. United Township (Girl's)
Game 16
Springfield vs. United Township (Girl's)
Galesburg Thanksgiving Tournament
(11/20/10)
One team I was eager to see was the Springfield Senators. Coach Brad Scheffler says this is the deepest team he has had in his eight seasons as head coach. Zahna Medley has interest from a number of Division-I schools and Kasi Korza is getting heavy interest from a number of Division-II schools. The Senators took 3rd place in Class 3A last year, and are ranked (#2) in both the IHSSN Coaches and AP preseason polls.
Springfield vs. United Township (Girl's)
Galesburg Thanksgiving Tournament
(11/20/10)
One team I was eager to see was the Springfield Senators. Coach Brad Scheffler says this is the deepest team he has had in his eight seasons as head coach. Zahna Medley has interest from a number of Division-I schools and Kasi Korza is getting heavy interest from a number of Division-II schools. The Senators took 3rd place in Class 3A last year, and are ranked (#2) in both the IHSSN Coaches and AP preseason polls.
Game 15: Dunlap vs. LeRoy (Girl's)
Game 15
Dunlap vs. LeRoy (Girl's)
Galesburg Thanksgiving Tournament
(11/20/10)
As I drove up to Galesburg High School, I was listening to a reply or "best of" show of a morning show. One of the males on the show mentioned he cleans out his closet every couple months and sorts out the clothes he doesn't wear anymore. Not this guy! In fact, I think I still have a polo hanging in my closet from when I worked at L&J Hometown Market in high school. How it made the move from my parent's house when I moved out nearly a decade ago is beyond me. But, what is more surprising is that it survived five of my moves when I was renting. When I think about it, that's an impressive streak, so I may as well keep it going. Plus, if I ever want to be a grocery store bag boy for Halloween, I have half the costume. I would just need a smock and bag cutter and I'm set.
Dunlap vs. LeRoy (Girl's)
Galesburg Thanksgiving Tournament
(11/20/10)
As I drove up to Galesburg High School, I was listening to a reply or "best of" show of a morning show. One of the males on the show mentioned he cleans out his closet every couple months and sorts out the clothes he doesn't wear anymore. Not this guy! In fact, I think I still have a polo hanging in my closet from when I worked at L&J Hometown Market in high school. How it made the move from my parent's house when I moved out nearly a decade ago is beyond me. But, what is more surprising is that it survived five of my moves when I was renting. When I think about it, that's an impressive streak, so I may as well keep it going. Plus, if I ever want to be a grocery store bag boy for Halloween, I have half the costume. I would just need a smock and bag cutter and I'm set.
Game 14: Knoxville vs. Alleman (Girl's)
Game 14
Knoxville vs. Alleman (Girl's)
Galesburg Thanksgiving Tournament
(11/20/10)
After staying up until close to 1:00 a.m. getting caught up on laundry, the 6:00 a.m. alarm wasn't too welcomed. As I one-eyed the clock, I did the "bedroom math." Bedroom math is where you try to figure out (to the minute), at what the latest time is that you can wake up and get ready without being late to your appointment. It can be quite an adventure sometimes, especially for a moron like me that sets his alarm clock ahead 10-15 minutes. On the other hand, it's an early morning brain exercise that can supercharge the mind....maybe.
Knoxville vs. Alleman (Girl's)
Galesburg Thanksgiving Tournament
(11/20/10)
After staying up until close to 1:00 a.m. getting caught up on laundry, the 6:00 a.m. alarm wasn't too welcomed. As I one-eyed the clock, I did the "bedroom math." Bedroom math is where you try to figure out (to the minute), at what the latest time is that you can wake up and get ready without being late to your appointment. It can be quite an adventure sometimes, especially for a moron like me that sets his alarm clock ahead 10-15 minutes. On the other hand, it's an early morning brain exercise that can supercharge the mind....maybe.
Game 13: Galesburg vs. East Peoria (Girl's)
Game 13
Galesburg vs. East Peoria (Girl's)
Galesburg Thanksgiving Tournament
(11/19/10)
During the Illini West/LeRoy game, I sought out Evan Massey...after a trip to the hospitality room. We conducted our pregame interview and talked about the tournament. There are 11 teams in the tournament, and I wondered how that number came to be?
Galesburg vs. East Peoria (Girl's)
Galesburg Thanksgiving Tournament
(11/19/10)
During the Illini West/LeRoy game, I sought out Evan Massey...after a trip to the hospitality room. We conducted our pregame interview and talked about the tournament. There are 11 teams in the tournament, and I wondered how that number came to be?
Game 12: Knoxville vs. United Township (Girl's)
Game 12
Knoxville vs. United Township (Girl's)
Galesburg Thanksgiving Tournament
(11/19/10)
The Knoxville Blue Bullets are a team I was eager to catch this week. I ranked them in my Class 1A top ten heading into the 2010-11 season. Apparently, nobody was listening. Knoxville didn't receive a single vote in the Associated Press pre-season rankings, and just a sniff in the coaches poll. Mark my word: Knoxville will be ranked in the top ten when the next polls come out the first week of January.
Knoxville vs. United Township (Girl's)
Galesburg Thanksgiving Tournament
(11/19/10)
The Knoxville Blue Bullets are a team I was eager to catch this week. I ranked them in my Class 1A top ten heading into the 2010-11 season. Apparently, nobody was listening. Knoxville didn't receive a single vote in the Associated Press pre-season rankings, and just a sniff in the coaches poll. Mark my word: Knoxville will be ranked in the top ten when the next polls come out the first week of January.
Game 11: Alleman vs. Metamora (Girl's)
Game 11
Alleman vs. Metamora (Girl's)
Galesburg Thanksgiving Tournament
(11/19/10)
Once again, I had to cram a day's worth of work into a few short hours in the office. Since I would be leaving at 3:00, I headed into the station earlier than scheduled (11:30), so I could get what I needed to get done and get over to the 4:00 game between Alleman and Metamora at John Thiel Gymnasium.
Alleman vs. Metamora (Girl's)
Galesburg Thanksgiving Tournament
(11/19/10)
Once again, I had to cram a day's worth of work into a few short hours in the office. Since I would be leaving at 3:00, I headed into the station earlier than scheduled (11:30), so I could get what I needed to get done and get over to the 4:00 game between Alleman and Metamora at John Thiel Gymnasium.
Thursday, November 18, 2010
Game 10: Lewistown vs. North Fulton (Girl's)
Game 10
Lewistown vs. North Fulton (Girl's)
Fulton County Tournament
(11/18/10)
Greg Bennett has to be one of the busiest coaches in the state of Illinois. Not only is his girl's basketball team hosting the Fulton County Tournament, but he spends his afternoons as the defensive coordinator of a Semi-Finalist football team. Bennett practices with the football teams, followed by girl's basketball practice, or like tonight, a game.
Lewistown vs. North Fulton (Girl's)
Fulton County Tournament
(11/18/10)
Greg Bennett has to be one of the busiest coaches in the state of Illinois. Not only is his girl's basketball team hosting the Fulton County Tournament, but he spends his afternoons as the defensive coordinator of a Semi-Finalist football team. Bennett practices with the football teams, followed by girl's basketball practice, or like tonight, a game.
Game 9: Canton vs. Farmington (Girl's)
Game 9
Canton vs. Farmington (Girl's)
Fulton County Tournament
(11/18/10)
Sleeping in. A rarity. It was nice to get more than four or five hours of sleep on this Thursday. Admittedly, the rigors of this broadcast schedule could take a toll on me. There is light at the end of the tunnel, and that's what I work for. Never let up, the hard work will pay off.
Canton vs. Farmington (Girl's)
Fulton County Tournament
(11/18/10)
Sleeping in. A rarity. It was nice to get more than four or five hours of sleep on this Thursday. Admittedly, the rigors of this broadcast schedule could take a toll on me. There is light at the end of the tunnel, and that's what I work for. Never let up, the hard work will pay off.
Game 8: Ridgewood vs. Riverdale (Girl's)
Game 8
Ridgewood vs. Riverdale (Girl's)
Ridgewood Thanksgiving Tournament
(11/17/10)
Much of the time I am a robot. Work, work, work, sleep, work, work, eat, work, work, work....well, you get the point. I love what I do. Covering high school sports is a passion, and I want to impact as many people as possible. At times, I don't even get a second to realize that there is a life outside of work.
Ridgewood vs. Riverdale (Girl's)
Ridgewood Thanksgiving Tournament
(11/17/10)
Much of the time I am a robot. Work, work, work, sleep, work, work, eat, work, work, work....well, you get the point. I love what I do. Covering high school sports is a passion, and I want to impact as many people as possible. At times, I don't even get a second to realize that there is a life outside of work.
Game 7: Monmouth-Roseville vs. United (Girl's)
Game 7
Monmouth-Roseville vs. United (Girl's)
Ridgewood Thanksgiving Tournament
(11/17/10)
Once again, it was a switch from my Internet broadcast equipment to the radio broadcast equipment, but I would be leaving my own stuff plugged in with the third game online.
Monmouth-Roseville vs. United (Girl's)
Ridgewood Thanksgiving Tournament
(11/17/10)
Once again, it was a switch from my Internet broadcast equipment to the radio broadcast equipment, but I would be leaving my own stuff plugged in with the third game online.
Game 6: B-PC/A vs. Galva
Game 6
B-PC/A vs. Galva (Girl's)
Ridgewood Thanksgiving Tournament
(11/17/10)
Tonight would be a little tricky on the broadcasts, preparing two sets of equipment. The first game is originated on IHSSN, while the second game will be on Sunny 97.7 WMOI, and the final game of the night back on IHSSN.
B-PC/A vs. Galva (Girl's)
Ridgewood Thanksgiving Tournament
(11/17/10)
Tonight would be a little tricky on the broadcasts, preparing two sets of equipment. The first game is originated on IHSSN, while the second game will be on Sunny 97.7 WMOI, and the final game of the night back on IHSSN.
Game 5: Galesburg vs. Illini West
Game 5
Galesburg vs. Illini West (Girl's)
Galesburg Thanksgiving Tournament
(11/16/10)
I joked with both coaches before this game that it couldn't be more sloppy than last year's contest. The teams combined for over 80 turnovers, over 50 fouls, and just a bizarre game.
Galesburg vs. Illini West (Girl's)
Galesburg Thanksgiving Tournament
(11/16/10)
I joked with both coaches before this game that it couldn't be more sloppy than last year's contest. The teams combined for over 80 turnovers, over 50 fouls, and just a bizarre game.
Game 4: Alleman vs. Dunlap
Game 4
Alleman vs. Dunlap (Girl's)
Galesburg Thanksgiving Tournament
(11/16/10)
As if trying to broadcast an average of almost 10 games per week in a four-month period was not enough, I make the challenge even tougher by having a For Sale sign in my front yard.
Alleman vs. Dunlap (Girl's)
Galesburg Thanksgiving Tournament
(11/16/10)
As if trying to broadcast an average of almost 10 games per week in a four-month period was not enough, I make the challenge even tougher by having a For Sale sign in my front yard.
Monday, November 15, 2010
Game 3: Macomb vs. West Prairie (Girl's)
Game 3
Macomb vs. West Prairie (Girl's)
Macomb Lady Bomber Classic
(11/15/10)
The nightcap of the evening, pitting a pair of McDonough County schools against each other. The Lady Bombers are a pretty young team, though fairly experienced at the varsity level. West Prairie is very experienced, and were a scrappy bunch last season. The Cyclones did lose their leading scorer to graduation (Chelsea Derry and her 20+ points/game), so finding a scoring option will be their issue early on.
Macomb vs. West Prairie (Girl's)
Macomb Lady Bomber Classic
(11/15/10)
The nightcap of the evening, pitting a pair of McDonough County schools against each other. The Lady Bombers are a pretty young team, though fairly experienced at the varsity level. West Prairie is very experienced, and were a scrappy bunch last season. The Cyclones did lose their leading scorer to graduation (Chelsea Derry and her 20+ points/game), so finding a scoring option will be their issue early on.
Game 2: Havana vs. Illini Bluffs (Girl's)
Game 2
Havana vs. Illini Bluffs (Girl's)
Macomb Lady Bomber Classic
(11/15/10)
This was the game I was very interested to see. I have been on the Havana bandwagon since last year's Supersectional. Heck...I've been on Jerry Wilson's Lady Duck bandwagon since game one of the 2009-10 season. Havana has a lot of talent, and a load of postseason experience.
Havana vs. Illini Bluffs (Girl's)
Macomb Lady Bomber Classic
(11/15/10)
This was the game I was very interested to see. I have been on the Havana bandwagon since last year's Supersectional. Heck...I've been on Jerry Wilson's Lady Duck bandwagon since game one of the 2009-10 season. Havana has a lot of talent, and a load of postseason experience.
Game 1: Rockridge vs. Pleasant Plains (Girl's)
Game 1
Rockridge vs. Pleasant Plains (Girl's)
Macomb Lady Bomber Classic
(11/15/10)
Anxious, nervousness, excitement. These were feelings going through my head in the hours leading up to the first broadcast. I always get anxious leading up to a game, wondering if I have the lineups, the right equipment, etc. Of course, I am excited. I have been waiting for the 2010-11 basketball season since April!
Rockridge vs. Pleasant Plains (Girl's)
Macomb Lady Bomber Classic
(11/15/10)
Anxious, nervousness, excitement. These were feelings going through my head in the hours leading up to the first broadcast. I always get anxious leading up to a game, wondering if I have the lineups, the right equipment, etc. Of course, I am excited. I have been waiting for the 2010-11 basketball season since April!
Wednesday, November 10, 2010
Preparing a Quest
Wednesday (11/9/10)
T-minus: 4 days, 18 hours, 51 minutes until broadcast
This year, there is much more planning to my journey to 150 broadcasts. A year ago, my path to 100 (112 to be exact), was a little willy-nilly. I would decide upon a broadcast location just days (or less) in advance.
Tuesday, November 9, 2010
The Quest 2: 150
Heeee's Baaaaack!!!
After a successful run to the "Century Club" during the 2009-10 basketball season, I have decided to push myself even further. This time, I will attempt to broadcast (play-by-play) for 150 high school basketball games this winter.
The Quest 2: 150 begins Monday November 15th, the opening night of the girl's basketball season, and will conclude at the end of March during the IHSA State Finals. There is no taking shortcuts, all 150 games will be varsity games, and will be a full-length broadcast.
The Quest for the Century Club, completed last season, ended up being a 112-broadcast season. Please note that the 112th broadcast, the Sectional Championship between Orion and Lewistown did not have a blog entry below.
To peruse last year's blog....I have decided to just continue the blog from last year. The blog entries will discuss a little bit of everything. People I meet on the road, talking with coaches and players, behind the scenes stuff that isn't seen in the box score, memories from past broadcasts, and sometimes the best part....the trips themselves.
It's a fun journey, and I hope I can attain my goal...though it will be extremely difficult!
After a successful run to the "Century Club" during the 2009-10 basketball season, I have decided to push myself even further. This time, I will attempt to broadcast (play-by-play) for 150 high school basketball games this winter.
The Quest 2: 150 begins Monday November 15th, the opening night of the girl's basketball season, and will conclude at the end of March during the IHSA State Finals. There is no taking shortcuts, all 150 games will be varsity games, and will be a full-length broadcast.
The Quest for the Century Club, completed last season, ended up being a 112-broadcast season. Please note that the 112th broadcast, the Sectional Championship between Orion and Lewistown did not have a blog entry below.
To peruse last year's blog....I have decided to just continue the blog from last year. The blog entries will discuss a little bit of everything. People I meet on the road, talking with coaches and players, behind the scenes stuff that isn't seen in the box score, memories from past broadcasts, and sometimes the best part....the trips themselves.
It's a fun journey, and I hope I can attain my goal...though it will be extremely difficult!
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