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Bad Times at SOU

March 31st, 2008 · No Comments

One of the greatest times of my life was my two years as resident adviser at Southern Oregon State College in the early 90s. I made some great friends, many of whom I’ve begun to reconnect with through Facebook, and learned lessons I carry with me to this day.  We had two wonderful leaders […]

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Jim Goldsmith: April Fool

March 31st, 2008 · 4 Comments

Rumors out if the Hawk camp this afternoon suggest the front office was let go. If true, it’s a dark day in Hawk history. This does not bode well for the future of the franchise, either in Portland or elsewhere. It’s time for the league to step in and take over.
Update: Well, it’s true. […]

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Random Thought

March 31st, 2008 · No Comments

What if it were Darius Miles who was caught playing pick-up hoops rather than Oden? After the shock had worn off that D-Miles had gotten off the couch long enough to actually visit the gym, would they praise or criticize him? Would anyone care?

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Weekend Wrap-Up

March 31st, 2008 · 2 Comments

Springsteen: There’s not a lot to add that Jack hasn’t said already (Part 1, 2, 3). It probably escaped most folks’ notice, but Rose Garden Poo Bah Mike Scanlon was at the north entrance as fans entered the arena on Friday night. That guy runs a tight ship. Few details get […]

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