Author: Fisherman1
A couple of games into BYU’s Big 12 basketball slate last January, first-year head coach Kevin Young and his staff realized what they had feared would happen when they inherited their nonconference schedule was actually happening. The 2024-25 Cougars were simply not ready for the physicality and athleticism they were facing in early conference games against Arizona State, Houston, Texas Tech and TCU. They went 1-3 in those games, defeating only ASU, at home. “Last year’s (nonconference schedule) was fine, but you can only get so much out of some of those games,” Young told the Deseret News…
The Miami Heat should be all-in on acquiring Kevin Durant after the Suns just lowered their asking price (subscription required). A clear need for a go-to scorer developed after Jimmy Butler’s departure, but acquiring a star won’t be easy. Miami traded their 2027 first-rounder to get Terry Rozier and is not flush with young talent. Other teams will outbid them for Giannis, but the Heat have pulled off improbable moves before. It is why the latest KD rumors open the door. The Suns paid a gigantic price to get Durant and are not recouping that value. The 36-year-old is…
The Miami Heat may not be able to realistically enter the Giannis Antetokounmpo sweepstakes (if he ends up hitting the trade market), but the overwhelming expectation is that they’re going to explore a blockbuster move for Kevin Durant. However, one of Miami’s bitter rivals could end up completely spoiling their offseason plans. According to ESPN’s Shams Charania, not only was there mutual interest between KD and the New York Knicks ahead of this past year’s NBA Trade Deadline, but the Heat’s rival went all the way to make an official offer for the superstar wing. Even though the Phoenix…
Proposed trade for the Miami Heat would be a massive gamble. Over the past couple of days, the bulk of the trade rumors surrounding the Miami Heat involve Kevin Durant. Reports have been circulating that the 15-time All-Star is on the Miami Heat’s radar; it’s just a matter of the Heat being able to allocate enough trade capital to make it work and whether it would be worth essentially going all in for a brief championship window with Durant. However, a proposed trade exists that, if successful, would give Miami a significantly larger championship window.There is a lot to…
We live in a world of absolutes. Sports, in particular, don’t allow for much gray area in this realm. Your team is either the very best or an abomination unto whomever or whatever entity you pray to. A season is either a success or a failure. Middle-of-the-road? Save that conversation for something more level-headed. May I suggest politics? For this particular thought exercise, I want you to envision the 2025 Ole Miss baseball team. As of this writing – just days removed from a gut-wrenching, season-ending defeat in their own regional at the hands of massive underdog Murray State…
Ole Miss in Strong Position for IOL Tyreek Jemison Following Official Visit OXFORD, Miss. — Lane Kiffin and the Ole Miss Rebels appear to have made a major impression on one of their top offensive line targets. Tyreek Jemison, a highly regarded interior offensive lineman from Birmingham, Alabama, wrapped up his official visit to Oxford over the weekend, and early indications suggest the Rebels are in a strong position as his recruitment moves forward. Jemison, a 6-foot-4, 295-pound mauler out of Parker High School, has seen his stock rise considerably over the past few months. Known for his…
Alabama’s Nate Oats Offers Scholarships to 30 Uncommitted Prospects in the 2026 Recruiting Class TUSCALOOSA, Ala. — Alabama men’s basketball coach Nate Oats continues to make waves on the recruiting trail, recently extending scholarship offers to 30 uncommitted prospects in the 2026 recruiting class. The aggressive strategy underscores Oats’ forward-thinking approach and signals Alabama’s intent to remain a national contender well into the future. Known for his fast-paced, three-point-heavy offensive system, Oats is targeting players who fit his high-octane style — athletic, versatile, and capable of stretching the floor. The offers span a wide range of positions and…
Former Notre Dame All-American Bobby Taylor came back to South Bend and gave a speech to the current team on Tuesday, the Irish posted on social media. Taylor, who played cornerback for the Irish from 1992-94, spoke to the team about transitioning to the NFL. He currently serves as a football operations strategic advisor for the league.Taylor totaled 5 interceptions over two seasons with the Irish, earning consensus All-American honors in 1994. He was drafted in the second round (No. 50 overall) by the Philadelphia Eagles, where he spent the first nine years of his career. He capped off…
Like Father, Like Son: Charles Woodson Jr. Chooses Michigan, Upholding a Storied Legacy ANN ARBOR, Mich. – The hallowed halls of Schembechler Hall are buzzing with excitement as Charles Woodson Jr., the highly touted 2027 four-star defensive back, has committed to the University of Michigan, effectively choosing the Wolverines over a host of powerhouse programs including Tennessee, Oregon, and Alabama. The decision is more than just a top-tier recruiting win; it’s a profound continuation of one of college football’s most iconic legacies, as he follows directly in the footsteps of his legendary father, Heisman Trophy winner and National Champion Charles…
A Crucial Call: Brian O’Connor Retains Justin Parker as Mississippi State’s Pitching Coach STARKVILLE, Miss. – In a move that has resonated positively throughout the Mississippi State baseball community, newly appointed head coach Brian O’Connor has made his first significant staffing decision, electing to retain Justin Parker as the Bulldogs’ pitching coach. The decision, announced just hours before O’Connor’s official welcome to Dudy Noble Field, signals a keen understanding of continuity and the undeniable impact Parker has had on the Diamond Dawgs’ pitching fortunes. Parker’s retention was widely anticipated by many within the program and among the fanbase, given his…