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Rejoice TCU! You’re joining the Big East, and will soon have BCS Chances

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In a deal that's great for both parties involved. TCU joined the Big East conference today. If you've watched ESPN College Football Gamenight this season, you've noticed their running gags "Big East Bound and Down" and the "ACC Wheel of Destiny" to make fun of how mediocre, or just plain the respective conferences are. Although this move will not help the TCU Horned Frogs … [Read more...] about Rejoice TCU! You’re joining the Big East, and will soon have BCS Chances

DePaul Learns BIG EAST Opponents for 2010-11.

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DePaul coach Oliver Purnell learned Thursday his first round of home and road BIG EAST opponents as the conference office unveiled each program's opponents and locations for the 2010-11 season. Purnell and the Blue Demons are scheduled to face Cincinnati, USF and West Virginia twice next season while splitting the remaining dozen conference contests between the road and … [Read more...] about DePaul Learns BIG EAST Opponents for 2010-11.

Notre Dame Does Not Need Big Ten Expansion

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The identity of the Notre Dame football program always has been one-of-a-kind. So now the question posed to university administrators, alumni, fans and athletes, “Does being independent in football weigh enough as part of our tradition?” The answer could determine how stubborn the Irish can be toward joining the Big Ten Conference -- and all of college football is … [Read more...] about Notre Dame Does Not Need Big Ten Expansion

Big East Tournament Predictions

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By: David Kay I love Big East basketball so much that when the time comes that I am lucky enough to find a wonderful woman to marry; my bachelor party will be held in New York City the weekend of the Big East Tournament.  While my friends are out stealing a famous person’s tiger, eloping with strippers, and trying to pull their teeth out with a wrench; I will contently sit … [Read more...] about Big East Tournament Predictions

Big East Power Rankings

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By: David Kay 1. Syracuse: 15-2, 28-2 (LWR: 1) In whipping Villanova, Syracuse not only clinched the Big East title and earned the #1 ranking, but established themselves as the team to beat in the NCAA Tournament.  Seriously, first thing you do when you fill out your bracket is put the ‘Cuse in the Final Four.  Before that, a big revenge game at Louisville who beat the … [Read more...] about Big East Power Rankings

Big East Power Rankings

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By: David Kay 1. Syracuse: 13-2, 26-2 (LWR: 1) I love Andy Rautins.  There I said it.  Judge me, I don’t even care.  He honestly deserves to be in All-American consideration.  I am not drunk.  He is the calming force for this ‘Cuse team and does everything on the floor.  By the way, words cannot describe how excited I am for the ‘Nova-‘Cuse game Saturday night.  We’re … [Read more...] about Big East Power Rankings

Big East Basketball Power Rankings 2-12-10

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By: David Kay 1. Syracuse: 11-1, 24-1 (Last Week Ranking: 2) ‘Cuse has rattled off 11 wins in a row.  While Wesley Johnson gets most the hype as a future NBA’er and possible All-American selection, Andy Rautins is really the most valuable player on this team.  His leadership, three-point shooting, defensive ability, and versatility are key to the Orange’s success.  When he … [Read more...] about Big East Basketball Power Rankings 2-12-10

Big East Basketball Power Rankings 1-29

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By: David Kay 1. Villanova: 8-0, 19-1 (LWR: 1) ‘Nova’s had a fairly soft start to their conference schedule but things will pick up after this week with road trips to Georgetown, West Virginia, Pitt, Syracuse, and Cincinnati still remaining. Up Next: vs. Seton Hall (Tues) 2. Syracuse: 7-1, 20-1 (LWR: 2) The Orange quickly erased a 14-0 deficit to Georgetown by … [Read more...] about Big East Basketball Power Rankings 1-29

Big East Basketball Power Rankings

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By: David Kay 1. Villanova: 6-0, 17-1 (LWR: 1) Man, ‘Nova can fill it up.  Their four highly-recruited freshmen have stepped right in and perfectly blended with their veterans as they can go 10, even 11 deep if needed.  For the record, the ‘Cats only play Syracuse once this season, at the Carrier Dome on February 27th. Up Next: at St. John’s (Sat), vs. Notre Dame … [Read more...] about Big East Basketball Power Rankings