tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-134262932024-03-14T03:21:29.422-04:00MrTarheel's UNC Tar Heel BlogBlog about UNC TarHeel basketball and football by MrTarheel ! Go Tarheels !Rob and Lizhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17010235808811052188noreply@blogger.comBlogger29125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13426293.post-44422317017848174162013-03-03T23:12:00.001-05:002013-03-03T23:12:14.641-05:00SMALL IS BIG. UNC Tarheels 2013Indeed. Small IS big.<br /><br />
Roy Williams and 2013 Tar Heels have gone with a smaller lineup. and come up big.<br /><br />
Big rebounds. Big point guard play. Big steals.
Big play game after game from guys like <a href="http://www.goheels.com/ViewArticle.dbml?DB_LANG=C&SITE=UNC&DB_OEM_ID=3350&ATCLID=206588462">Reggie Bullock</a>.<br />
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Like Coach Williams says, "that's big time basketball."<br />
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Rob and Lizhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17010235808811052188noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13426293.post-55700557402937232742008-09-16T10:56:00.001-04:002008-09-16T10:58:45.807-04:00The Path to 8-4 for Tar Heel FootballOnly 2 games into the season and my predictions are already wrong.<br /><br />I thought the Heels would be 1-1 at this point with a chance to beat Va Tech coming up in Chapel Hill. In this case, I like being wrong.<br /><br />Carolina will either be 3-0 and have a lot of momentum behind them OR they will be 2-1 and right where I thought they would be a month ago. A good young team on their way to an 8 win season.<br /><br />I don't think the game against Rutgers can really tell us how good these Heels are but it does tell us that they are much more aggressive and confident this year. Va Tech doesn't seem to be their usual self this year but that was expected. If we beat them we will have pretty good confirmation that the program is going in the right direction.<br /><br />If the Heels beat Va Tech then you would have to say that the Heels could possibly win all of their remaining games. That won't happen but I don't see anyone else on the schedule who is way out of their league. Uconn looks good and Miami has talent. Maryland got a good win. But those games could go either way.<br /><br />Things change fast in college football so we don't know which teams will start playing better as the season goes on. Right now it is still very possible for the Heels to have that 8-4 season.<br /><br />And I would be one happy Tar Heel.<br /><br />Get a free UNC wallpaper at <a href="http://www.mrtarheel.com/">MrTarHeel.com</a>Rob and Lizhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17010235808811052188noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13426293.post-40763827601313533382008-03-05T08:56:00.002-05:002008-03-05T08:59:56.312-05:00MrTarheel Live Blogs the Carolina-Duke game!<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhsM4ie5Ehai1kYJ-sb_RNxJ85mINCHSZj10kalTFPgcbcoXwdo70XQLZvnaKbRt1BDsCkOh31X7MBjShhf6zpTu1VCLqEXGfTxp5AhjZnHIhgFpwdTZAQbwwa5S_ZMtnMAxzOVlw/s1600-h/dookgame2.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5174256507677667458" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; CURSOR: hand" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhsM4ie5Ehai1kYJ-sb_RNxJ85mINCHSZj10kalTFPgcbcoXwdo70XQLZvnaKbRt1BDsCkOh31X7MBjShhf6zpTu1VCLqEXGfTxp5AhjZnHIhgFpwdTZAQbwwa5S_ZMtnMAxzOVlw/s400/dookgame2.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div>Saturday March 8th </div><div> </div><div>Live blog will start before gametime....game starts at 9:00pm.</div><div> </div><div>Once again the Live Blog will be MrTarheel vs. BleedRoyalBlue ( a Dook fan ).</div><div> </div><div>Check out the coverage at <a href="http://www.wral.com/">www.wral.com</a></div><div> </div><div> </div><div>Go Heels!</div>Rob and Lizhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17010235808811052188noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13426293.post-39673771160603764202008-02-28T14:59:00.004-05:002008-02-28T15:04:34.757-05:00BEAT DOOK!<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg365Xn67TKQHaPNuOTJ4qY1bG9Tjhad9azpeE4c4fcIcN1KJa3ljlgZEIAHPxHCLJzWltj81iXm80gK3HwHJKYwkPNt_X3kkiF8jqsnGEim6wOnDnFzcNAtRe-jag3hjURtHwpyQ/s1600-h/beatdookblue.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5172124054868409554" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; CURSOR: hand" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg365Xn67TKQHaPNuOTJ4qY1bG9Tjhad9azpeE4c4fcIcN1KJa3ljlgZEIAHPxHCLJzWltj81iXm80gK3HwHJKYwkPNt_X3kkiF8jqsnGEim6wOnDnFzcNAtRe-jag3hjURtHwpyQ/s320/beatdookblue.jpg" border="0" /></a><br />That's all.<br /><br /><strong>BEAT DOOK!</strong><br /><strong></strong><br />That's what fans want to see right now from the Heels.<br /><br /><br /><br />Want the shirt? <a href="http://www.cafepress.com/tarheelapparel"> BEAT DOOK shirt</a><br /><br />Go Heels!Rob and Lizhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17010235808811052188noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13426293.post-37891388729282900092008-01-15T16:22:00.001-05:002008-02-28T22:31:18.834-05:00How LOWE Can You Go?<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjqmWqscVVwcZYvpYq5avQWIDcYszNwZjY0rWJXZ8K6FPB3UQIxHPwS_VLE2pVBmnTtaHZ1hsW1ei6iHnL2r9vXlAO_0h8h0AITvhVjo9xO31OMpweWdMbjPEom980gTaZSFSUlgw/s1600-h/512309.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5155817256216672562" style="FLOAT: right; MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; CURSOR: hand" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjqmWqscVVwcZYvpYq5avQWIDcYszNwZjY0rWJXZ8K6FPB3UQIxHPwS_VLE2pVBmnTtaHZ1hsW1ei6iHnL2r9vXlAO_0h8h0AITvhVjo9xO31OMpweWdMbjPEom980gTaZSFSUlgw/s320/512309.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div>by MrTarheel</div><br /><div></div><br /><div>Remember the great enthusiasm of the Wolfpack faithful last year? </div><br /><div></div><br /><div>Sidney Lowe was back in the ACC ...fresh off his unsuccessful stint as an NBA coach. Looks like Sidney did well last year with "Herbivore's" players!Now that the team is more "his" he seems to be struggling a bit...the team plays with the confidence of a Duke football player. Their teamwork is similar to a last place NBA franchise....( maybe that's what Lowe has brought to the team ).</div><br /><div></div><br /><div>I predict great things for this State team.I firmly believe they can bring the program back to the level of the Les Robinson Days. It was a comforting feeling to always know that State would secure the bottom spot in the ACC. I think Lowe can take the program there again.</div><br /><div></div><br /><div>The scary part is how the State fans will react. They have placed so much confidence in Coach Lowe that I am fearful of their reaction. Many of them have relatives in the "distilling" business so driving on the streets of Raleigh may be a little dangerous going forward as they drink a little more to soothe their pain. It won't be long before we hear them talk about how Carolina always gets the All-Americans so they should win ( that's not neccessarily true- see the Matt Doherty era ). Coaching makes a difference!Luckily, the wolfpack fans have their All-American Bass Fishing team which is the envy of the college world.</div><br /><div></div><br /><div>I for one support Coach Lowe. </div><br /><div></div><br /><div>His red jacket is colorful and he confirms what many Tar Heels already know....If you can't go to college, Go To STATE!</div><div></div><div>Visit <a href="http://www.mrtarheel.com/">http://www.mrtarheel.com/</a> for more Tar Heel fun!</div><div> </div><div>For the best energy drink, try <a href="http://hubpages.com/hub/verve">Verve!</a></div><div></div>Rob and Lizhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17010235808811052188noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13426293.post-88290651784413810982007-11-24T08:06:00.000-05:002007-11-26T13:45:15.676-05:00Hey UNC, Let's Be Average!There's a lot of talk and debate recently about the compensation given to Butch Davis ( and Roy Williams - only Butch takes the heat 'cause he doesn't coach basketball ). Maybe there's something to the notion that THE UNC should get back to it's roots and stick with the "mission" of an institution of higher learning....meaning academics get the money. Many think we pay too much to get the best coaches.<br /><br />But, are coaches and professors really the same?<br /><br />Are professors and administrators set up with 1year or 3 year contracts like coaches are? Is there intense pressure on them to "produce" the top academic results in the nation or risk getting fired? Is there really a good system to judge how well a professor is performing? If we paid our professors more would they perform better? or could we go out and hire better ones?<br /><br />What about our free market economy? Do they teach that at UNC? Hopefully we pay our professors at or above what the market will bear if they are performing well. It just so happens that the market for top notch football coaches is good. And if you are good you should expect to earn a lot more than a professor....that's just the facts.<br /><br />Hey, let's face it.<br /><br />UNC alumni and fans are spoiled. We had the best coach ( Dean Smith ) for a lot of years who had integrity, who loved the University, and wasn't doing it to get rich.<br /><br />That situation was the ultimate for a University. Now we have Roy. And he is paid well.<br /><br />Now we need a football coach. and Butch is a good man who is a proven winner.<br /><br />And he needs to be paid.<br /><br />That is what is takes to compete at most Universities. There will not be another Dean Smith coming down the pike who will be the best and not ask for money every year.<br /><br />UNC can either admit ( I think it already has ) that excellence in football is important to the overall mission of the school OR it can accept being "average" in football. Actually, recently we have been below average.<br /><br />I believe UNC is doing the right thing when it pays Butch Davis more. Keep his compensation competitive and let the world know that UNC is committed to football. If Butch wins, it won't actually cost the University anything because of the extra revenue that will be generated from ticket sales, merchandise, bowl games, etc.<br /><br />Or, we can go back to what we used to do.<br /><br />I hear Coach Bunting is ready to give it another try.Rob and Lizhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17010235808811052188noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13426293.post-10213217996629448502007-08-26T08:15:00.000-04:002007-08-26T15:11:32.820-04:00Top 5 Changes to Tarheel Football<div><em>by MrTarheel</em></div><br /><div></div><br /><div>Over at Kenan Stadium, change is in the air!</div><br /><br /><br /><div></div><br /><br /><br /><div>There's a real professional coach running things now and he has already changed quite a bit in the program. I thought I would highlight some of the best I see and some I think we will see in the next few months.</div><br /><br /><br /><div></div><br /><br /><br /><div><strong><span style="color:#3366ff;">5. Pace</span></strong></div><br /><br /><br /><div>Butch Davis has implemented a system where everything is done fast. The team practices fast, they are given information fast, and they are expected to learn fast. The hope is that come game day the players will be used to playing at a faster pace and will easily adjust to game conditions. Kind of like the scene in the movie The Matrix where Neo dodges bullets in slow motion! </div><br /><br /><div></div><br /><br /><div><strong><span style="color:#3366ff;">4. Speed</span></strong></div><br /><br /><div>Since I'm using movie references, think Micky from Rocky. The Heels are after "greasy fast lightning speed"! No, they are not chasing chickens around the practice fields but the emphasis is definitely different this year in how they train their bodies for the season. Less overall lifting strength and more speed. If you watched the Tar Heel football team the last few years you may have noticed that many teams seemed a step faster than the Heels.....those days are over. That will be one of the first things I look for when watching the JMU game. </div><br /><br /><div></div><br /><br /><div><span style="color:#3366ff;"><strong>3. Chemistry</strong></span></div><br /><br /><div>Rumor has it the last few staffs over at Kenan weren't always on the same page....Butch Davis has assembled guys who work well together and understand the importance of teamwork amongst the staff. They seem to have fun while they are demanding. They have developed thoughtful practice plans that will benefit the entire team. This change shouldn't be overlooked .....I think we will see that the players feed off of that and we will see a more cohesive unit on the field.</div><br /><br /><div></div><br /><br /><div><span style="color:#3366ff;">2. Building</span></div><br /><br /><div>Something as simple as removing a door can send a strong message. An "open door" policy over at Kenan should tell players that the coaches are always there to help them. Coach Davis removed some doors, removed a few walls and updated equipment and paint. The result I hear is a more open environment that fosters communication with all the teammates and provides a more "inspiring" environment to workout in. There have also been additions to the stadium ( LED boards showing scores,etc ) that should add to the game experience for the fans.</div><br /><br /><div></div><br /><br /><div><strong><span style="color:#3366ff;">1. Expectations</span></strong></div><br /><div><strong><span style="color:#3366ff;"></span></strong></div><br /><div>Make no mistake. Butch Davis and the Tar Heels are striving for BCS bowls and National Championships. They won't get there this year but these players will fight and scratch in every game this year in their quest to play with a championship attitude. These players believe they are a part of something special and we will see that on the field this season. That starts at the top. The Tar Heels have been missing that component for a while ....not that the past coaches didn't want to compete in the Top 10 but I don't think they truly believed the team could accomplish that nor did they know how to get the program there.</div><br /><div></div><br /><div>Go Heels! enjoy more at <a href="http://www.mrtarheel.com/">http://www.mrtarheel.com/</a></div><br /><div></div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNfXQzV2VEy5UO4qQE7tELHXpScn8qGKZ9iyp4TXkfkuLRFA5EB4MJSkQIaDXz4ZM0vbdtNb-gF2T0i89BC9OeRMTDU-ITUuS1Q0ma4JXBUslnfuenS9axmxaxkCousgukstC4qw/s1600-h/blue.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5103088229225368210" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; CURSOR: hand" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNfXQzV2VEy5UO4qQE7tELHXpScn8qGKZ9iyp4TXkfkuLRFA5EB4MJSkQIaDXz4ZM0vbdtNb-gF2T0i89BC9OeRMTDU-ITUuS1Q0ma4JXBUslnfuenS9axmxaxkCousgukstC4qw/s320/blue.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div>Shirts available at <a href="http://www.cafepress.com/tarheelapparel">www.cafepress.com/tarheelapparel</a></div><div> </div>Rob and Lizhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17010235808811052188noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13426293.post-8763002263354445532007-05-27T14:41:00.000-04:002007-05-27T14:45:49.714-04:00UNC Tarheels - Butch Davis- Can the tarheels afford him?UNC will be writing some big checks to Butch Davis. Is he worth it?<br />MrTarheel comments <a href="http://www.mrtarheel.com/afford.html">here</a>Rob and Lizhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17010235808811052188noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13426293.post-13220764620680273592007-03-10T07:06:00.000-05:002007-03-10T07:19:33.946-05:00There is Justice in the World<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiasVEJ61jrj6cEIc6NHFIyWYJNf1Pi_9owH-fL-iUg9Ek4CNV-0SvTrnm9Oj-ivq-8KsAT_UwvD4fHPSRzrgxs9fP1UArs4YArVyW4chCuDoIJKfP7zPWzkZRPoVwH9jjkz92IpA/s1600-h/tylerposter.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5040267946039442434" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; CURSOR: hand" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiasVEJ61jrj6cEIc6NHFIyWYJNf1Pi_9owH-fL-iUg9Ek4CNV-0SvTrnm9Oj-ivq-8KsAT_UwvD4fHPSRzrgxs9fP1UArs4YArVyW4chCuDoIJKfP7zPWzkZRPoVwH9jjkz92IpA/s320/tylerposter.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div>Ever wonder what it is like to have the world pulling against you? Coach K and his band of goons at Duke know what it is like. And the dislike for their program is well deserved. The non-stop flops, the Laettner stomp, the whining, the cursing, the lack of fouls being called on them....the list goes on and on. There are so many reasons to hate the dookies. Gerald "Hitman" Henderson's forearm shiver to Psycho T's mug is just the latest reason. The contrast between UNC and Duke is interesting...good vs evil. Ask people what they think of when they think of the UNC Tar Heel program and you will get answers like class, tradition, winning, excellence, etc. Ask people about the Duke program and you will hear arrogance, win at all costs, hypocrites, etc. </div><div> </div><div>And, maybe that's the way it should be. I must admit it sure does make the UNC vs Duke games something special. Especially when GOOD beats EVIL.</div><div> </div><div>MrTarheel</div><div> </div><div> </div>Rob and Lizhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17010235808811052188noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13426293.post-56187086076422776972007-02-24T19:19:00.000-05:002007-02-24T19:30:33.435-05:00UNC Tarheels Basketball - Full Steam Ahead<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNjfj0URvg5nFB0-nOOy0XLReTv8OV0pnTWi3Vqeiz-Rj5xGxg1WdBCr0Nw_rh-YJEPI7VYZ6YlXp9oxzNyKtjEhFd-9Oz9UI0OYhJzXyztuPkonujJi3znoxSVT1KW3_5hA9xcw/s1600-h/heels.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5035262047478336706" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNjfj0URvg5nFB0-nOOy0XLReTv8OV0pnTWi3Vqeiz-Rj5xGxg1WdBCr0Nw_rh-YJEPI7VYZ6YlXp9oxzNyKtjEhFd-9Oz9UI0OYhJzXyztuPkonujJi3znoxSVT1KW3_5hA9xcw/s320/heels.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div>We ( actually me ) here at MrTarheel.com are in basketball overload right now. Watching the evolution of this year's basketball heels is fascinating and with a game every few days it is non-stop! I can't wait to see how the team handles the ACC Tournament( where Roy's teams usually don't do so well ) and the NCAA tournament. This year Tyler has some help on the inside and that should give us a chance in every game.</div><br /><div>Check out the new tshirt. Get one and other designs at <a href="http://www.cafepress.com/tarheelapparel">Tar Heel Apparel</a>.</div><div> </div><div>Get all the tar heel info at <a href="http://www.mrtarheel.com">MrTarheel.com</a></div>Rob and Lizhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17010235808811052188noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13426293.post-1161637519948844282006-10-23T16:56:00.000-04:002006-10-23T17:05:20.003-04:00UNC Football Makes a Coaching ChangeWhat happens when high expectations meet low production?<br /><br />Change.<br /><br />Luckily, UNC didn't blame me for predicting them to play in the ACC Championship game this year....with my track record on predictions ( the kiss of death ) I think I am going to predict Roy and the Boys this year will finish dead last.<br /><br />Coach Bunting is a terrific representative of the University and we wish him well. He wants to see the program succeed and maybe a new coach can put a spark into a program needing something to get it back on the winning track.<br /><br />Here is my coaching wish list: ( also check out <a href="http://www.mrtarheel.com/coachtopten.html">http://www.mrtarheel.com/coachtopten.html</a> )<br /><br /><br /><strong>MrTarheel's Top Ten New Coach Wish List</strong><br /><br />#10)<br />Gene Chizik<br />Hometown: Clearwater, Fla. High school: Clearwater (Clearwater, Fla.) College: Florida (1985) Graduate degree: Clemson (1991) Years in coaching: 21 Wife: Jonna Children: Landry Grace, Kennedy Danielle and Cally COACHING ASSIGNMENTS 2005-present: Assistant Head Coach/Co-Defensive Coordinator/Linebackers, Texas 2002-04: Defensive Coordinator/Secondary, Auburn 1998-2001: Defensive Coordinator, Central Florida 1999-2001: Assistant Coach/Secondary, Central Florida 1998: Assistant Coach/Inside Linebackers, Central Florida 1996-97: Defensive Coordinator, Stephen F. Austin 1995-97: Assistant Coach/Secondary, Stephen F. Austin 1992-94: Assistant Coach/Linebackers, Stephen F. Austin 1990-91: Assistant Coach/Defensive Ends, Middle Tennessee State 1988-89: Graduate Assistant/Outside Linebackers, Clemson 1986-88: Defensive Coordinator/Inside Linebackers, Seminole (Fla.) HS<br /><br /> #9) Carl Torbush<br />Just Kidding !<br /><br />#8)Jimbo Fisher<br /> In an age of college football when assistant coaches seem bounce from one university to the next, LSU offensive coordinator Jimbo Fisher has been the exception rather than the rule. Fisher enters his seventh season as LSU’s offensive coordinator in 2006 and during his previous six years with the Tigers, he has established himself as one of the nation’s top offensive minds, while also serving as one of the school’s top recruiters. As Fisher enters his seventh season as LSU’s offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach, he joins former assistant Ed Zaunbrecher as the longest tenured offensive coordinators in school history. Fisher joined the Tigers in 2000 and during that six-year span, Fisher has been a part of 59 victories, two Southeastern Conference titles and the 2003 BCS National Championship. The 59 victories since the 2000 season are the most in LSU history over any six-year period of the program, while the Tigers’ streak of six consecutive bowl games is a school record. Since 2000, Fisher’s offense’s have set numerous school records, including points in a season (475 in 2003), total yards (5,857 in 2003), and passing touchdowns (30 in 2003). Fisher’s offenses currently hold 13 LSU school records. Fisher’s success at LSU has come by blending together an offense that features both the passing and running games with an emphasis on putting the ball in the hands of the best players.<br /><br />#7)Bill CubitCubit (pronounced: Q-bit) officially became the 14th coach in program history on Dec. 4, 2004, as the Broncos embarked on their 100th season of varsity football in 2005. Cubit, now entering his second season at the helm in 2006, has turned the program around in one season, bringing the first winning campaign to Kalamazoo since 2000. The Broncos’ 7-4 overall record and 5-3 conference mark was the second largest one-year turnaround in the nation in 2005 and was the largest one-year turn around in Mid-American Conference history. In doing so, he was named the MAC Coach of the Year and was ranked fourth among Division I-A coaches in the first year with their program. He brings 29 years of coaching experience, including 14 years as a head coach on the collegiate and high school level and seven years as an offensive coordinator at four NCAA Division I schools. Overall, Cubit has 19 years of collegiate experience, having worked the sidelines in five of the nation’s premiere conferences (Mid-American, Big East, Big XII, PAC-10 and Southeastern). Cubit returns to Western Michigan where he served as offensive coordinator from 1997-99. Cubit most recently served as offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach at Stanford University. He coached the quarterbacks for two seasons (2003-04) and served as offensive coordinator as well last season. In 2004, Cubit directed a Cardinal offense that ranked 28th in NCAA passing (247.3 yards per game). Prior to his stint in Palo Alto, Cubit served as offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach at Rutgers University (2001-02). He also worked as offensive coordinator/quarterbacks coach under Larry Smith at Missouri during the 2000 season.<br /><br />#6 Tyrone Willingham<br />On Dec. 13, 2004, Tyrone Willingham was named Washington's 22nd head football coach. While he brought an impressive resume with him to resurrect the Husky program, Willingham has acquitted himself well among his peers for much more than just fielding winning teams. Over the past 29 years Willingham has developed a coaching style that emphasizes toughness, enthusiasm, intelligence, discipline, commitment and unselfish play. The result has provided his players with more than just the opportunity to enjoy victories on the field. His guiding principles have prepared his players to be successful in life. Willingham, 52, served as the head coach at Stanford (1995-2001) and Notre Dame (2002-2004) over the past decade. His Stanford teams enjoyed a 44-36-1 record while he was 21-15 with the Fighting Irish.<br /><br />#5)Butch Davis<br />Davis returned to college football when he got his first chance as a head coach. Back at the University of Miami, he helped turn around a program that was in disarray. Despite facing NCAA sanctions that eliminated 31 scholarship spots, he managed to post a 51-20 record during his tenure as head coach and by his last year, the Hurricanes finished 11-1 and # 2 in the country. His Miami team went undefeated and won the national championship the year after Davis left. Returning to NFL football in 2001, Davis walked the sidelines as head coach of the Cleveland Browns. In 1999-2000 under head coach Chris Palmer the Browns, led by quarterback and 1999 number one draft pick Tim Couch, posted a 5-27 record. Davis led the team to a 7-9 record in his first year at the helm, missing the playoffs by a game. The Browns posted a 9-7 record and got a playoff berth in Davis's second year, getting in after winning two close games in a row against the Jaguars and the Falcons. In 2003, a quarterback controversy erupted between Couch and backup Kelly Holcomb after Holcomb, starting the 2002 playoff game for the injured Couch, threw for 429 yards and three touchdowns. Davis would ultimately give the starting job to Holcomb, though Couch did start a few games here and there. In the 2004 offseason, Davis made his quarterback intentions known, signing Jeff Garcia and cutting Couch. Davis resigned in early December 2004 after going 3-8 during that season and 24-35 overall coaching the Browns.<br /><br />#4)Dave Clawson<br />Dave Clawson, Richmond's third-year head coach, has proven himself as a program builder after just seven years as a head coach. Clawson guided the biggest two-year turnaround in Spider football's 123-history in just his first two seasons, going 3-8 in 2004 and 9-4 in 2005. The Spiders finished a storybook season in 2005 which included a six-win turnaround from 2004, an eight-game win streak and a nine-game win streak over I-AA opponents. Clawson helped the Spiders to their third Atlantic 10 Conference title in eight years and guided them into the NCAA I-AA Playoffs for the first time since the 2000 season. Clawson's efforts did not go unheralded as the two-time Patriot League Coach of the Year was awarded the Atlantic 10 Coach of the Year in only his second year as a coach in the league. The league honor also marked his third Conference Coach of the Year honor in his last five years as a head coach (2001, 2002 Patriot League, 2005 Atlantic 10). Clawson, 39, also picked up his second National Coach of the Year honor when I-AA.org named him their National Coach of the Year. The national honor makes Clawson a two-time national award honoree, earning it once at two different schools. Clawson was also given both the Virginia Sports Information Directors Association Commonwealth Coach of the Year honor and the Richmond Touchdown Club College Coach of the Year award over the likes of Virginia Tech's Frank Beamer and Virginia's Al Groh.<br /><br />#3)Steve Kragthorpe<br />Entering his fourth year as the Head Football Coach at The University of Tulsa, Steve Kragthorpe has Golden Hurricane football on the cusp of the national limelight. Kragthorpe has instilled a successful attitude into a program that, before his arrival, hadn't had a winning season since 1991. In just three seasons at Tulsa, Kragthorpe has taken the Golden Hurricane to two bowl games, won more games in three years than Tulsa had won in the preceding seven seasons, captured Tulsa's first Conference Championship since 1985 and has put the Tulsa football program back on the map of national prominence. The 2005 campaign was Tulsa's first year as a member of Conference USA. Kragthorpe proceeded to lead the Hurricane to the C-USA West Division title with a 6-2 record and capturing a victory in the inaugural Conference USA Football Championship Game with a 44-27 win over Central Florida.<br /><br /> #2)<br />Paul Johnson<br />* this is really my #1 choice of likely candidates - Rodriguez is listed as #1 but no way he leaves WVU *<br />When college football experts around the country talk about the best college football coaches in America, the conversation should begin with Navy head coach Paul Johnson. What he has accomplished at the Naval Academy in four seasons has been of historic proportions. Johnson took over a program that had posted a 1-20 record the previous two years before his arrival in 2002. After a 2-10 mark in his first year, the Navy football program has achieved what many thought was no longer possible at an Academy, as Johnson has brought the Midshipmen back in to the national spotlight with a 26-11 (.703) record over the last three years. The Mids' 26 wins over that time span equals the most in school history over a three-year period. In 2005, despite returning the fewest starters in the country, Johnson led the Midshipmen to an 8-4 record, a school-record third-consecutive bowl game and a school-record second-straight bowl win. More importantly, Navy swept Academy rivals Air Force and Army to win the Commander-In-Chief's Trophy for a third-straight year, which is also a Navy first. Johnson has dominated the other two Service Academies during his tenure in Annapolis, posting a 7-1 record (.875). He is just the third coach in school history to start his career 4-0 against Army, joining Wayne Hardin and George Welsh. The Mids were led by the No. 1 rushing attack in the country, piling up 318.7 rushing yards per contest, and a hard-hitting defense that made plays when it had to. 2005 marked the second time in the last three years that Navy led the nation in rushing and the Mids have never finished lower than third in the nation under Johnson.<br /><br />#1)Rich Rodriquez ( a long shot, I know)<br />Three straight BIG EAST championships. A Top 5 finish. Three straight New Year’s Day bowl game appearances and a Sugar Bowl victory. Six wins over Top 25 teams and home attendance averaging 94% of capacity. Innovative, high-energy and enthusiastic, Rich Rodriguez has built quite a resume as he propels Mountaineer football forward. Now in his sixth season on the job, Coach Rod has solidly positioned the Mountaineers to be among the dominant programs in the new BIG EAST configuration and in the top ranks of college football for seasons to come. Success in any format is nothing new to Rich Rodriguez, and his accomplishments keep outdoing themselves.<br /><br /><strong>Hopefully, one of these coaches will be the next head coach for the UNC Tar Heel Football program.</strong><br /><strong></strong><br /><strong></strong>Rob and Lizhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17010235808811052188noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13426293.post-1157898188808154032006-09-10T10:12:00.000-04:002006-09-10T10:23:08.820-04:00Why the UNC Tar Heel Football Team may NOT play in the Championship Game!One word.<br /><strong>Turnovers.</strong><br /><strong></strong><br />In their first two games, the football Tar Heels have outgained the opposition in total offensive yards. That's usually good. But, if you give the opposition the ball on the 1 yard line then they don't need to gain a lot of yards! They just need that 1 yard to score ! And that's what Va Tech did a masterfull job of Saturday against the Heels. They intercepted passes and blocked kicks to get the shortest field. And it worked like a charm.<br /><br />Tar Heel fans have lots to worry about the rest of the way. A tough schedule , an inability to play mistake free football, etc. But maybe these Tar Heels can get better every week. And maybe they can play an entire game without a turnover. And maybe they can continue to toughen up against the run like they did this weekend. And maybe, just maybe, they can figure out how to gain 1 yard when it counts.<br /><br />There are still 10 games left. Until they lose 5 or 6 they still have a chance at a good, bowl slected season. That's what makes college football so great.<br /><br />Terribly biased,<br /><br /><a href="http://mrtarheel.com">MrTarheel</a><br /><br /><br /><br />check out <a href="http://www.mrtarheel.com">MrTarheel.com</a> for photos, videos, and stories on the Tar Heels!Rob and Lizhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17010235808811052188noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13426293.post-1157384057899144632006-09-04T11:22:00.000-04:002006-09-04T11:34:17.916-04:00TAR HEELS just got Tacklin' FuelThe 2006 UNC Football Tarheels looked a little passive in their opener against Rutgers U. The fan base is upset, the coaches are upset....and , hopefully, the players now have some Tacklin Fuel. For whatever reason, the Heels were not the most aggressive team Saturday. Proving everyone wrong about them may be the "fuel" that powers them to the kind of aggressive play they are capable of playing.<br /><br />Can the Heels turn it around and still play in the conference championship? Of course they can. Most believe they have the talent to do so. It appears they need to step up their aggressiveness....and now they have the "tacklin' fuel" to do so.<br /><br />Completely biased,<br /><br /><a href="http://www.mrtarheel.com">MrTarheel</a>Rob and Lizhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17010235808811052188noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13426293.post-1156729023866898052006-08-27T20:59:00.000-04:002006-08-27T21:37:03.940-04:00Why the UNC Tar Heels will Play in the ACC Championship gameSure, call me an optimist. However, if you follow college football, you will recall that each year there are always teams that surprise everyone. And this year it is the Tar Heels turn.<br /><br />Here's why:<br /><br />1) <strong>EXPERIENCE ON DEFENSE</strong> - Defense wins championships and UNC has good overall returning players on defense. From the depths of a few years back when the heels were probably the worst defensive team in the country the Tar Heels have improved each year and are ready to have a breakout year on the defensive side of the ball. Names like Kyndraus Guy, Hillee Taylor, Shelton Bynum, Larry Edwards and Kareen Taylor will dominate the headlines this season.<br /><br />2) <strong>THE RETURN OF THE 1000 YARD RUSHER</strong> - or maybe <em>rushers</em>. I believe the ghosts of running backs past will make an appearance in Kenan Stadium this fall. The combo of McGill and Edwards could be as potent as the old Johnson-Johnson combo in the 90's. And it needs to be.<br />New quaterbacks and a new system/terminology could mean some problems in the passing game. But, a smashmouth running attack will eat up clock, move the chains and win games. And I believe this couching staff knows that.<br /><br />3) <strong>ISSUES AT MIAMI AND VA TECH</strong> - I know most folks feel Miami is just too talented not to have a top 10 team this year but I am not so sure. Coaching does matter and I do not believe Larry Coker is a top 10 coach. They had a lot of coaching changes in the offseason and I believe that fact will mean a slow start for the Hurricanes.<br />At Va Tech, they have a restocking issue. They lost a lot of talent. They lost seven of their starters last year who were voted All-ACC. I just don't think they can play at the same level again with so many new starters in key positions. At the very least, it gives the Tar Heels a chance.<br />Also, not to forget about Ga Tech, they will have a tough time in the ACC as most of their tough ACC games are on the road ( at Va Tech, at Clemson, at NC State, at UNC ).<br /><br />4) <strong>EXCELLENT COACHING STAFF</strong> - From top to bottom, the UNC coaching staff is top-notch. They have a mix of young and old coaching talent who all seem to be on the same page. The two coordinators are highly regarded in the football community and will get the job done this year.<br /><br />5) <strong>OVERALL TALENT LEVEL</strong> - The Tar Heels have recruited well over the last 5 years and this is the year that many of those players have key roles on the team. Plus, they have quality depth which always is needed as injuries will happen. I don't know if any one player will be a "star" on this team ( maybe one will ) but one "star" cannot win games....football is a team game and I believe the Heels have a terrific TEAM that will get results on the field.<br /><br />We'll know for sure soon. The Tar Heels get Va Tech ( in Chapel Hill ) for their second game of the season. Win that one and they are on their way!<br /><br />Forever biased,<br />MrTarheelRob and Lizhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17010235808811052188noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13426293.post-1156422479719547392006-08-24T08:13:00.000-04:002006-08-24T08:27:59.740-04:00UNC Tar Heels to face Heisman CandidateIn their season opener, the UNC football squad gets to go up against the Rutgers Scarlett Knights and their Heisman trophy touted fullback, <a href="http://brianleonard23.com">Brian Leonard</a>. Leonard is famous for his "Leonard Leap" where he leaps over would-be tacklers....a move that the Tar Heel defense will be prepared for.<br /><br />Follow the Tar Heels at <a href="http://www.mrtarheel.com">Mr Tarheel.com</a>Rob and Lizhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17010235808811052188noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13426293.post-1156142844792445812006-08-21T02:39:00.000-04:002006-08-21T02:47:24.803-04:00Steorn - just buzz or huge breakthrough<a href="http://photos1.blogger.com/blogger/3628/1179/1600/free.jpg"><img style="FLOAT: right; MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; CURSOR: hand" alt="" src="http://photos1.blogger.com/blogger/3628/1179/320/free.jpg" border="0" /></a><br />Is it a marketing ploy? Or is it a dramatic change in our world? There are questions about Steorn to be answered....but, I for one want some FREE ENERGY !<br />Here are t-shirts to celebrate the buzz .<br /><br /><p> </p><p><a href="http://www.zazzle.com/gstrickzazzle/product/235564793848460037">http://www.zazzle.com/gstrickzazzle/product/235564793848460037</a></p>Rob and Lizhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17010235808811052188noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13426293.post-1155039108884672842006-08-08T08:09:00.000-04:002006-08-08T08:11:48.893-04:00Tar Heel JokesWhat a great book for tarheel fans.....Essential Jokes for Tar Heel fans compiles all the best jokes about the other ACC schools! see that and more at <a href="http://www.mrtarheel.com">http://www.mrtarheel.com</a>Rob and Lizhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17010235808811052188noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13426293.post-1145053358249755292006-04-14T18:19:00.000-04:002006-04-14T18:22:38.263-04:00Check out the Tarheel Soundboard !UNC tarheel fans will enjoy this soundboard featuring audio clips from North Carolina players and coaches. Link is <a href="http://www.mrtarheel.com/sound.htm">http://www.mrtarheel.com/sound.htm</a><br /><br /><br />There is also info on unc basketball, unc football, tyler hansbrough, and more at <a href="http://www.mrtarheel.com">http://www.mrtarheel.com</a>Rob and Lizhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17010235808811052188noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13426293.post-1141741898032901922006-03-07T09:27:00.000-05:002006-03-07T09:31:38.046-05:00UNC Tarheels spank Duke!On March 4, 2006, the UNC Tarheels mens basketball team did what couldn't be done. No way a team that plays mostly freshmen and sophomores could beat the experienced Blue Devils on Senior night. But they did. A great win! More info can be found at <a href="http://www.mrtarheel.com">www.mrtarheel.com</a> as well as victory tshirts and the famous Psycho T. Check out the photo jam of the game.<br />Go Heels !Rob and Lizhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17010235808811052188noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13426293.post-1140487226408989572006-02-20T20:53:00.000-05:002006-08-27T20:55:27.643-04:00UNC Chapel Hill - the legend continues PSYCHO TWhat a basketball season so far.....the tar heels keep exceeding my expectations. Tyler Hansbrough has been terrific for the heels....love the nickname he earned in the weight room- Psycho T.<br /><br />Here's the t-shirt of the year ....the PSYCHO T !<br /><br /><br />AVAILABLE AT <a href="http://www.cafepress.com/tarheelapparel">www.cafepress.com/tarheelapparel</a>Rob and Lizhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17010235808811052188noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13426293.post-1138885665519297752006-02-02T08:03:00.000-05:002006-02-02T08:07:45.520-05:00UNC Tarheel football Recruiting class !Outstanding job by the coaching staff bringing in this year's recruiting class! See the new tarheels at <a href="http://northcarolina.rivals.com/commitlist.asp">http://northcarolina.rivals.com/commitlist.asp</a> . <br />Also, be sure to check out the new info at <a href="http://www.MrTarheel.com">www.MrTarheel.com</a> ....have you tried the tarheel basketball quiz yet? Great links to tarheel apparel and merchandise also.<br />Go Heels !Rob and Lizhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17010235808811052188noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13426293.post-1132665373059868412005-11-22T08:11:00.000-05:002005-11-22T08:16:13.073-05:00UNC Chapel Hill update - Tar Heel basketball !This is going to be a fun season ! In sports, I think more people are intrigued by underdogs than they are favorites...this year's Tar Heel basketball squad are underdogs ( no doubt- they are starting 2- 3 freshmen ). They lost their top 7 scorers from last year. But these guys hustle....and it will be fun to watch the team gel as the season goes on. How huge will it be if these guys beat Duke this year? WOW. enjoy tarheel fun at <a href="http://www.MrTarheel.com">http://www.MrTarheel.com</a><br /><br />Try the Tar Heel Basketball quiz..... <a href="http://www.mrtarheel.com/tarheeliq.htm">http://www.mrtarheel.com/tarheeliq.htm</a>Rob and Lizhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17010235808811052188noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13426293.post-1132194718117040452005-11-16T21:27:00.000-05:002005-11-16T21:31:58.126-05:00UNC Tarheels against Duke this week- VideoCheck out this flash video of a Cameron Crazie for football!<br />It's always fun to poke a little fun at the Dookies.<br /><br /><br /><a href="http://www.mrtarheel.com/footballcrazy">http://www.mrtarheel.com/footballcrazy</a>Rob and Lizhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17010235808811052188noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13426293.post-1131843469024135162005-11-12T19:52:00.000-05:002005-11-12T19:57:49.036-05:00UNC Tarheels lose a tight game to Maryland<span style="font-family:georgia;">OUCH ! This one stings....the football Tarheels let this one slip away today and lose to the Maryland Terrapins 33-30 in Overtime. North Carolina had the game under control in the 4th quarter but 2 long pass plays by Maryland put them in the lead and eventually in the winners circle in OT. </span><br /><span style="font-family:georgia;">Next week - DUKE. win that game, and then we have a chance for fortune and glory if we can beat Va Tech in Blacksburg. It doesn't get much tougher than that. But not impossible !</span><br /><span style="font-family:georgia;"></span><br /><span style="font-family:georgia;">check out </span><a href="http://www.MrTarheel.com"><span style="font-family:georgia;">www.MrTarheel.com</span></a><span style="font-family:georgia;"> for UNC Tarheel info and fun.</span><br /><span style="font-family:georgia;"></span><br /><span style="font-family:georgia;">Go Heels !</span>Rob and Lizhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17010235808811052188noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13426293.post-1131592664924709262005-11-09T22:14:00.000-05:002005-11-09T22:17:44.933-05:00Check out Ralph Friedgen's TOP 10 calorie burnersJust in time for the UNC-MARYLAND football game !<br /><br />here are Ralph Friedgen's TOP 10 Favorite Calorie Burners<br /><br /><a href="http://www.MrTarheel.com/fridgecalorieburners.html">www.MrTarheel.com/fridgecalorieburners.html</a><br /><br />(flash required)<br /><br />Enjoy ! It should be a great game on Saturday with a lot on the line.Rob and Lizhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17010235808811052188noreply@blogger.com