Utes Part 2 (11/12/10)

Greetings all. Friday on campus… “I am an ND coaching legend by default…” Upon returning to Armando’s to drop off some ND-Army tickets (very plentiful…go figure), the most successful living ND Men’s Basketball coach was there preparing for his shampoo and cut. Digger seems to associate me with Bruce Flowers (which is fine) and I associate him with big open collar shirts, gold chains and “Disco Night” at Senior Bar….

December 23, 2010
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Western Mich. Wrap-Up (10/16/10)

Greetings Friends and Fans- The previously reported second-hand Kyle Rudolph surgery update (via Armando) was corroborated by ND Athletic Director Jack Swarbrick. Daughter Emily and I met him in the parking lot behind the JACC (white Cadillac STS) after the Friday Gridiron Football Luncheon. After introducing Emily, I told Jack that it was my understanding from my morning at Armando’s that the surgery was successful. Jack confirmed and added that…

December 23, 2010
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And it’s only Friday…. (9/3/10)

It was an absolutely gorgeous Friday here at ND with full sun, breeze and maybe 72 degrees with more of the same (or a bit cooler for kick-off).   It was a fairly quiet start to the day, though very common to see neighbor Mike Golic zipping around the complex in his customized ND golf cart. Earlier, he was directing a fully detailed “Miller Lite” Humvee promotional vehicle to his…

December 23, 2010
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It all started at Martin’s: ND/Purdue Home Opener (9/2/10)

It’s all happening at Martin’s Supermarket…   Approximately 20 tanned, tall and muscular co-eds hovered around the salad bar this afternoon adhering to their training table. This was the perennial strong Santa Clara Women’s Soccer team. I introduced myself to several, wished them luck for Friday night and informed them that my niece Julie Scheidler was a starter on the ND team. And while small…she was very fast and tough….

December 23, 2010
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2010 Home Opener: Part 1 of 4 (9/2/10)

Armando is a Master. He has cut every ND Head Coach’s hair since Ara (with the exception of Ty’s and Davie’s). And of course, has styled many of us since 1975. Coach Kelly is due for his haircut today, but I did not have time to stay. Armando assured me that he will pass my regards and “Good Luck” wishes to BK. BK told Armando 3 weeks ago that he…

December 23, 2010
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