November 27, 2006
Spurrier: No interest in Alabama job
In an effort to tamp out rumors, South Carolina Head Coach Steve Spurrier gave a written release today to the media. Spurrier said he has no interest in the Alabama head coach job, referring to himself as "a South Carolina coach".
"I have no intention of leaving South Carolina," Spurrier said Monday in a written release. "It's always flattering when a South Carolina coach is rumored for these big time programs. This one will die down in two or three days, too."
UPDATE
Spurrier told his team on Thursday (Nov 30) that they are "stuck with him".
Spurrier met with the team Thursday in a previously scheduled closed-door meeting. A source close to the team told News19's Matt Barrie that Spurrier told the players that he came to Columbia, "to do things that had never been done before, including winning an SEC title," and that he's "not leaving until that's done."He reportedly jokingly told them, "some of you might not like me, but you're stuck with me."
Comments:
WB said:
posted on November 27, 2006 5:38 PM — 68.17.100.248 — link — abuse?
What did I say in my post below under "Reviewing the top coaching candidates?
He's going nowhere. I'll spare you a repeat of my prior post. Go to it if you want to read why he's not going anywhere.
Spurrier will retire at South Carolina.....with SEC championships.
posted on November 27, 2006 5:56 PM — 64.12.116.199 — link — abuse?War Eagle Atlanta said:
Spurrier was just using the media to put to rest any rumours that were floating around. Nothing was offered (probably) so nothing was turned down. We know that Bama didn't talk with him because they would've had to pull an 'Auburn' to meet with him on the sly.
While we're mentioning Spurrier and the Bear, there's no doubt in my mind that Spurrier would have surpassed Bryant as the greatest coach the SEC has ever seen--had he stayed at Florida. But he just had to go test the waters of the NFL. There's that ego thing again...
"Does anyone remember that during weeks 4,5 and 6 Auburn was ranked number 2 in the nation? Now they aren't even in the top 10. THAT should be of more concern to the Auburn faithful than the Iron Bowl."
Randy, I used the phrase that pays again....
wareagle524 said:
posted on November 27, 2006 6:15 PM — 63.162.186.165 — link — abuse?
Ha Ha!!! I love being right! He doesn't want Bammer due to the fact he might be redneck...but he is not that redneck! JK (I know...same state, same rednecks)
Even though bammer has all that tradition the shadow cast by the drunken bear is a rather LARGE one...I don't think even papa shula could handle that!
WAR EAGLE! FIVE....Gatorpilot said:
posted on November 27, 2006 6:18 PM — 71.42.27.135 — link — abuse?
You've gotta wonder who the heck they can get right now! Maybe they should have waited one more year. It will be tough to find a coach with any sort of rep behind him.
posted on November 27, 2006 6:24 PM — 74.130.24.220 — link — abuse?
I agree that Spurrier is not headed to Alabama, but let's be realistic... he said what he had to say, and he did not say he wasn't INTERESTED, he said he had "no intention".
I have "no intention" of sleeping with some hot hollywood actress, but that's the same as saying that I'm "not interested" in it.
I think this is the exact same statement that he'd issue if he was in active deal negotiations with Tide staff.
BigWarEagle said:
posted on November 27, 2006 6:32 PM — 67.34.195.148 — link — abuse?
Here is a list of coaches that I would Bama to consider:
Jeff Bowden
Terry Bowden
Any Bowden
John L Smith
Larry Coker - no wait, too competent
Ron Zook
Gerry Dinardo
Mike Dubose - the second time is the charm
Gerry Faust - is he still alive?
Lee Corso - Let him wear the elephant head on the sideline
Dick Vermeil - he would have plenty to cry about
posted on November 27, 2006 6:39 PM — 64.12.116.199 — link — abuse?
Pete, you got any info from the pipeline there? If you're holding out for him, then maybe there is a grain of truth. I figure you would be in the know a little bit more than the rest of these guys.
Spurrier can come to Alabama and Auburn will be just fine. We battled him successfully in Florida for some recruits and I don't think he'd fare as successful as some might think. I just hope he doesn't go to UGA and cut off the gold mine we have there...
Tommie Trojan said:
posted on November 27, 2006 6:55 PM — 64.32.153.19 — link — abuse?
BigWarEagle:
Don't forget my personal favorite: Lou Holtz. This feeb has more brains fallen out the side of his ear than he has ever had in his head. It's sad - the same thing happened to Ronald Reagan at the end.
Tommie T
posted on November 27, 2006 7:13 PM — 64.12.116.199 — link — abuse?
I wish someone would lure Holtz out of retirement just to get him to shut the hell up on ESPN. Who's bright idea was it to put this poh-mouthing yokel on there? Am I alone in secretly wishing that Mark May would stomp his ass?
goodolnuma5 said:
posted on November 27, 2006 7:43 PM — 24.208.149.244 — link — abuse?
Gatorpilot, youre right, they shouldve waited. Shula was doomed that day he took the job. Now Bamas got to rebuild, and I mean reeeeebuild! Now the Crimson Mafia has got to be creative. Is this even a good job anymore?
BigWarEagle said:
posted on November 27, 2006 10:40 PM — 67.34.195.148 — link — abuse?
I am proposing the Golden Flake Coaching Challenge where one lucky fan is picked each week to coach the Crimson Tide. With all that talent coming back, I am sure the fans can get to that magical 6 win plateau. And best of all, no expensive contracts to buyout - just a buttload of chips to give away.
Tommie Trojan said:
posted on November 27, 2006 11:37 PM — 64.32.153.19 — link — abuse?
BigWarEagle:
Can I get 1st crack at that? I promise we won't throw the dayum thing unless it's 4th and 26, and even then, it will be under the guise of a fake punt or something like that. I don't think anyone will be too upset if a Trojan coaches the team for a week as long as we keep it on the ground. Whadduu think?
Tommie T
Jeremy said:
posted on November 28, 2006 11:53 AM — 65.82.138.66 — link — abuse?
Rumor has it that Rich Rod (Head Coach of WVU) Has
accepted the Alabama job. The talk around Morgantown
is that coach Rod accepted the Alabama coaching job
before the the game against South Flordia.This is still speculation but sources say that many in
the WVU program have known for a while that Rodriguez
has been shopping around at some of the more
prestigous programs.This will destroy the hearts of many WVU fans.
Jeremy Collins
Go moutaineersjoesph said:
posted on November 28, 2006 12:04 PM — 64.39.128.156 — link — abuse?
I can't believe i'm saying this, but i wouldn't mind seeing Coker at Alabama. He only lost nine games there and had this bad season because he lost four coaches at the end of last year. i think Miami screwed themselves over!!!
UA Insider said:
posted on November 28, 2006 12:38 PM — 69.73.31.232 — link — abuse?
Sources from UA say that Spurrier has already reviewed the contract and found it acceptable. However, he wanted to be completely assured and asked that UA get rid of Shula ASAP to show how serious UA was on getting him to come. (he did not want to hung out to dry) All of this has happened in that order. By the way as if you have not noticed all is quiet on the T-Town home front, the planes are going nowhere. Don't you think that if Bama was embarking on the so called "nation-wide" search that there would be some movement of staff and aircraft? There is none. Why, you ask. BECAUSE it is a DONE deal. Whomever is coming, I think Spurrier, is waiting until after the bowl games to make the official announcement. As for all of these "official" not interested announcements, dont pay any attention to those, they have to do that to keep everything quiet and stable for a bowl game. Get ready for a surprise at UA!
Gatorpilot said:
posted on November 28, 2006 2:06 PM — 152.53.31.134 — link — abuse?
Whatever you're smoking, UA Insider, save some for me!
Ron Traweek said:
posted on November 28, 2006 3:11 PM — 64.233.244.187 — link — abuse?
I have to agree with Gatorpilot on the Spurrier deal. Somehow I just can't see it. It would be a really smart move and I don't remember Mal Moore doing anything overly impressive in the smarts department before.
posted on November 28, 2006 3:26 PM — 205.188.116.133 — link — abuse?
Insider: I hear that Alabama is contracting Spurrier, then trading him back to Florida for Urban Meyer, Tim Tebow, and an assistant to be named later. That way, all sides are happy: The Tide gets a good coach who can handle the SEC and Spurrier gets to go home without groveling. When asked about Tebow, AD Mal Moore said "We'll ask the NCAA not to institute the year sit out rule. He should have come here in the first place. If Shula had recruited him better to start with then all this mess could have been avoided."
John "Chico" Cox said:
posted on November 28, 2006 8:20 PM — 68.220.248.105 — link — abuse?
I know this sounds crazy but the AL Jet was just in Opelika Airport. My friend Agnew Hall in Butler AL works at the Airport in Tuscaloosa where he has access to the Jet Log.
Tommy "The Traitor" Whats going on????bamagirl4ever said:
posted on November 28, 2006 8:47 PM — 70.146.251.7 — link — abuse?
I think Rodriguez would be a good match. His explosive offense if just what Alabama needs. Keep Joe Kines on staff and Bama could be the best its been in a LONG time- on BOTH sides of the ball.
Rodriguez stated earlier that he has not been contacted, and he doesn't expect to be. But a close friend of his said that he would be interested in the job.
Whoever the next coach at UA is, I think our program will return to where it belongs: among the BEST in the nation! ROLL TIDE!BigWarEagle said:
posted on November 28, 2006 9:00 PM — 67.34.195.148 — link — abuse?
Spurrier and Schiano were seen thumb wrestling for the bama job at Dream Land Barbecue in Tuscaloosa.
A man with an "A" on his hat was spotted walking up Petrino's sidewalk with a big bag of money in Louisville.
Mrs. Rich Rodriquez was seen buying crimson bath towels at Wal-mart.
Larry Coker was seen buying overalls at the Tuscaloosa Feed & Seed.
Mal Moore's barber swears that he was told that Nick Saban will be named Bama's coach tonight.
....and the rumors go on.
"BIG" dustin love said:
posted on November 28, 2006 10:41 PM — 68.220.223.124 — link — abuse?
I just want to confirm, the reports are true! Tubby has been spotted with Bryant Jr. This report has been confirmed by employees of Ready Mix USA- which Bryant owns!! I'm sure this is not truly happening, however, this is horrifying. Can some other Auburn fan back this up? -Dustin
Tommie Trojan said:
posted on November 28, 2006 10:51 PM — 64.32.153.19 — link — abuse?
Looks like that's it for Tubby. They'll probably be lookin' for him forever now. Well, at least Alabama may not have to hire a "qualified" coach now. They might be able to sneak a win in over Auburn without one.
Tommie T
Patrick Walden said:
posted on November 28, 2006 10:58 PM — 70.146.206.252 — link — abuse?
A couple of rumors...Fact or fiction
1) A plane with spurrier on it flew to area to Arkansas hunting camp owned by Bryant Jr. and yes he was there.2) Mrs. Spurrier was in Tuscaloosa on Sunday.
3) An Alabama Alumni Jet was at Clemson over the weekend and returned Sunday.
Keep in mind planes are tracked.
BamaSucks said:
posted on November 29, 2006 8:49 AM — 68.152.51.197 — link — abuse?
Spurrier to alabama, i just don't think so. The man loves golf maybe more than football. do you honestly think he is honestly going to turn down a life time membership to Augusta for a third rate coaching job at bama? the man is in his sixties and probably going to retire in about 5 years and what better place to spend the rest of your life than on the most exclusive golf corse in the country. you guys should consider hiring sylvester croom, at least he takes responsibilty for the bad calls and losses.....
Lady Gamecock said:
posted on November 29, 2006 10:39 AM — 65.188.3.253 — link — abuse?
STEVE SPURRIER ACCEPTS ALABAMA JOB
According to the Pelion Times, two sources inside the Spurrier family, here in South Carolina, confirm that Coach Spurrier will indeed be taking the job at Alabama, as well as the Miami and North Carolina State jobs. The two sources are long time family pets named Eagle, a 4 year old turkey, and Birdie, a 3 year old rooster. Both sources are quoted as saying that Coach Spurrier feels he will have no problem coaching all three teams. He plans on scheduling his team’s games as follows; one team at noon, another at 4:00 and the last at 8:00. He said that with his personal jet, which all three schools have agreed to provide him, he should be able to coach all three games with no problems.
When other members of the media asked to speak to Eagle and Birdie, their requests were denied. According to Scott Spurrier, Steve’s son, both pets were resting quietly at a local retreat, Amick’s Poultry Farm located in Newberry County. However, when the media attempted to speak to both pets, an employee of the farm said “no one will be able to speak to any of our birds every again”. Then he offered everyone a nice frozen chicken to take home.
Upon hearing that the two Spurrier pets, Eagle and Birdie, had left to visit the Amick’s Poultry Farm, Sergeant I. M. Cocky, of the University of South Carolina Police Department, launched an immediate investigation into the whereabouts of Eagle and Birdie. Sgt. Cocky, who grew up with the Birdie stated that he believed that fowl play was involved in both birds disappearance. When asked why he was so sure, Sgt. Cocky said, “Birdie would never go to a poultry farm, he’s allergic to feathers”. Sgt. Cocky also stated that several eye witnesses have seen Coach Spurrier recently eating a turkey sandwich as well as enjoying a couple pieces of fried chicken. Sgt. Cocky says that he will not give up the search until he finds out what really happened to Eagle and Birdie, or he has to board a the plane for the Gamecocks Bowl Game which ever comes first.
FUNFSUFAN said:
posted on November 29, 2006 10:47 AM — 168.82.56.100 — link — abuse?
#41 CLEMSON TIGER
That is a perfectly acceptable way to spell offense. It just isn't used in America often. That is the only word that has the most remote spelling issue. Have you read some posts here? Why would you troll that one with so many that read like a 3rd grade spelling bee. And Jeff Bowden is certainly a good choice for any school that isn't Florida State. I think he will be coaching some alcohol though and we have seen the last of him in college football!
Bama85 said:
posted on November 29, 2006 11:46 AM — 65.66.224.14 — link — abuse?
Its gonna happen. Fear the Visor. This is typical positioning for Spurrier and his current situation with his team. Look for an announcement tomorrow or thursday.
10 years 30 million dollars...and Awbern....this is your worst nightmare.
What a glorious day to be a Tider. Top 5 recruiting...automatic Top 10 next year....Bamanation will rise up once again!
Tennessee Sux....Awbern is Awbern....Lets kick some butt in the Independence Bowl...and ROLL TIDE ROLL!!!!!!!
posted on November 29, 2006 12:14 PM — 64.12.116.199 — link — abuse?
Randy: Did we not say thanks for sending over Pat Dye? We don't mind having your coaches, just as long as they're assistants and haven't been traumatized for life by having the head coach position. Oh, and thanks for Bill Oliver, et. al.
God, we've turned these posts into a creative writing segment...
posted on November 29, 2006 4:02 PM — 64.12.116.199 — link — abuse?
Someone tell me: have the rules changed, or do you still need permission to talk with another school's coach? What we all so heavily criticized Auburn for (and rightfully so) for meeting with Petrino on the sly is now apparent if you believe that Spurrier is in negotiations with Bama (which I don't) The SC AD would be telling the world about it. Dream on, my pachyderm friends...
posted on November 29, 2006 4:29 PM — link — abuse?
#58 - Post of the Month award?? :)
posted on November 29, 2006 4:46 PM — 64.12.116.199 — link — abuse?
No, Kev, it's not the post of the month. It reads like a children's book, with turkeys and birdies and such. It's a run-on post, on and on and on, and by all counts, it was written by a... girl!
Post #42 is the post of the month. It's consise and lends humour to this particular thread. It was the first of these to offer the 'pretend predictions' that everyone is posting here now.
posted on November 29, 2006 5:06 PM — link — abuse?
@64 - put down the crack pipe, chief.
Ron said:
posted on November 29, 2006 7:05 PM — 206.24.48.1 — link — abuse?
Spurrier at Bama..... Wow!
Look at it – a coach like Spurrier - tell me one good reason why he would not want to finish his exceptional career at Alabama winning SEC titles and competing for national championships versus trying to squeeze an ounce of passion out of South Carolina football? – Please… I have no doubt that he can have success at SC and play for the SEC East, but no one can deny the potential for success is far, far greater on the Capstone.
There’s just something about the thought of the ‘Ole Ball Coach’ leaning against the goal post in a sheen new Bama visor. The Crimson Nation would electrify!
Come on down coach. We have a place already picked out for your statue.
As sure as the moon above…… the Tide will rise again!
BamaC said:
posted on November 29, 2006 7:36 PM — 72.146.61.55 — link — abuse?
It appears to me that a lot comments that are posted by a lot non- Bama fans that fear what Bama could become again in the SEC & the NCAA. I myself don' t believe that Spurrier will come to Bama but there again there are a lot of reason why he would want to.
If Mal has been smart enough, hopefully he has already got someone lined up that can maybe in the future shut up some of these lude non- Bama fans.
poz4ua said:
posted on November 30, 2006 12:35 AM — 68.62.147.180 — link — abuse?
Two radio outlets are reporting tonight that Alabama has, in fact, made Steve Spurrier an offer and the ball is in his court. The details are similar to the ones I mentioned earlier.
The offer is allegedly worth $3.3 million a year for seven years, plus a $5 million signing bonus. He'll have free reign (and a blank check) to pick his assistants and will answer directly to President Witt. Some reports say that he'll have a chance to take the Athletic Director spot when he retires from coaching.
WFSA out of Montgomery reported that the South Carolina Athletic Director had "no comment" about whether or not Alabama AD Mal Moore had asked permission to speak with Spurrier. Some say that an announcement could be made within 24 hours.
While this certain looks good for the Tide, you can never assume that Mal Moore isn't incompetent enough to offer a coach who isn't interested.
UPDATE: Word from Alabama is that Rick Karle on Fox 6 in Birmingham reported that Mal Moore has earned an audience with Spurrier who is going to "hear him out." It was broadcast, but I have not been able to find a link confirming it (aside from a dozen people saying they saw it on TV, too).
posted on November 30, 2006 7:24 AM — link — abuse?
Guys - Even Pete doesn't know. No one who is speaking to anyone knows with 100% certainty. The players don't know, so stop saying they do. The radio stations don't know. It's just rumor.
Some people "hear things" and some people invent things they want to hear. Rumors are eating up the message boards. It got picked up by the blogs & radio stations. And then the message boards refer back to the radio to "prove" the rumors. Y'all it's a circular relationship.
My advice to the Bama fans - don't get so caught up on one name, otherwise you're likely (percentage-wise) to be disappointed.
Gator said:
posted on November 30, 2006 9:11 AM — 68.17.152.196 — link — abuse?
WELL, NOW ALL YOU AUBURNERS HAVE TO SHUT UP ! SPURRIER IS MEETING WITH MAL MOORE TODAY ! HE IS NOT GOING TO ALABAMA JUST LIKE TUBBIE SAID HE WASNT GOING TO THE BARN ! REMEBER ... 2 WEEKS LATER TUBBIE IS COACHING DOWN AT THE BARN!
Tommie Trojan said:
posted on November 30, 2006 10:01 AM — 64.32.153.19 — link — abuse?
Spurrier is not leaving South Carolina. Why should he? He's got a fine Gamecock team on the rise. I got him in the Top 20 already. He can win in South Carolina. What's he need Alabama for? He won't go. Doesn't need the headache and besides - he's not done with what he is already doing. It isn't gonna happen and it's not about money - the guy has tons of the stuff.
Tommie T
Head ball coach07 said:
posted on November 30, 2006 10:06 AM — 72.159.151.254 — link — abuse?
Spurrier will not go anywhere and if you ask me his ego has toned down a lot since coming to USC. He is most definatly the right man for the job, why would he go to Alabama? they have already won SEC championships and beyond he wants to leave his mark at USC.
Roll Tide said:
posted on November 30, 2006 10:27 AM — 71.82.17.30 — link — abuse?
Of course Steve Spurrier would deny interest in the Alabama job, he is in the middle of preparing for a bowl game. Why would our defensive coordinator be looking for another job? He knows Spurrier is on his way in with his own staff...think about it it makes sense.
Chris said:
posted on November 30, 2006 12:18 PM — 24.24.114.56 — link — abuse?
From the Birmingham News
Thursday, November 30, 2006
By THOMAS MURPHY and NEAL McCREADY
Sports Reporters
TUSCALOOSA -- University of Alabama athletics director Mal Moore has requested permission to talk to South Carolina's Steve Spurrier about the Crimson Tide's head football coaching job, a source close to the search confirmed Wednesday night.Spurrier is the top target for a position that could pay him $3 million annually, multiple sources told the Press-Register earlier Wednesday.
Sources confirmed that Spurrier has not received a formal offer and has not been officially contacted by UA officials.
BamaHamma said:
posted on November 30, 2006 12:46 PM — 209.12.137.69 — link — abuse?
""""Man, I love to be right!!!! Ahh, what could have been: the marrying of two great egos--Spurrier's and Alabama fans'. Bama, time for you to fly a jet up to Louisville..."""""
WRONG!!
The only thing Spurrier said was that he wasn't leaving SC and that the "rumor" would die down. He never said he was not interested. He is expected to Coach a bowl game. What would you say? Also, he STAUNCHLY denied being interested in Miami. Apparently we are prepared to offer him a 10 year, 30 million dollar contract. Check it.
Randall said:
posted on November 30, 2006 12:50 PM — 69.73.31.232 — link — abuse?
www.flightaware.com
UA Plane: N10MD
SC Plane: N703JTBoth have arrived in St. Augustine this morning. Looks like something is going down in Florida.
I think SS will take the job, there is no other reason to fuel the fires of these rumors and disrupt your team by meeting with another school. If a decision is reached today (yes or no) look for a leak soon after.rebel1222 said:
posted on November 30, 2006 12:59 PM — 74.246.157.47 — link — abuse?
While I would love to see Spurrier go to Alabama, I don’t think he will. Here’s why.
The legend of Bear Bryant casts too large a shadow over the program. The Bear won numerous National Championships and several SEC championships. Spurrier doesn’t want to have to compete with the legend of Bear Bryant. There’s no legends to compete with over in SC.
Spurrier could return the Tide to greatness, but cannot make a legend for himself in tideville. He can in S.C. He has the opportunity to take a perennial loser in the S.C program and make a winner out of it. I predict he’ll be in the National championship inside of 5 years, and win a SEC champions ship within two if he stays.
Money is not an issue. He gave the University back $500,000.00 to go towards assistant coaching salaries. He wants to win is South Carolina.
Charleston Gamecock said:
posted on November 30, 2006 1:20 PM — 64.90.18.34 — link — abuse?
#92-Aren't they still recruiting high school football players? Didn't SS get a big WR recruit to commit yesterday and has an announcement from another Florida QB coming next week? Are we not making a big deal about every little move a coach is making? Does he have to use every word in the dictionary that means "I am not interested....I want to stay at South Carolina...I'm not leaving unless they make me..." before you guys get off of the rumor mill?
Charleston Gamecock said:
posted on November 30, 2006 1:27 PM — 64.90.18.34 — link — abuse?
From "The State" newspaper
Columbia, SCReached by phone Wednesday while recruiting in Florida, Spurrier said he has tried to use the Alabama speculation to the Gamecocks’ benefit.
“It’s always flattering if somebody thinks that you’re a good enough coach to go to one of those kind of programs. That’s how we’ve been using it with our recruits,” Spurrier said. “It’s a compliment that maybe they think I’m a good enough coach to go to those places. So we’re trying to turn it into a positive.”
USC received oral commitments Wednesday from a pair of 6-foot-4 wide receivers: Jason Barnes of Charlotte and Joseph Hills of Bradenton, Fla.
---------------------------------------------On second thought, keep the rumors going! We will surely have a top 5 recruiting class if these rumors persist. Heck, My uncle, who works as a janitor for UA, said he was standing outside of the door when Spurrier agreed to a 15 year $55 million dollar contract to coach Alabama with a $5 million buyout. "ROLL TIDE"
posted on November 30, 2006 1:58 PM — link — abuse?
Why on earth would you even bother to suggest that USC would let SS use their plane to go interview?
Randall said:
posted on November 30, 2006 3:13 PM — 69.73.31.232 — link — abuse?
Kevin:
I agree but I just gave the facts. Can you explain why a plane from T-town and the SC school plane both arrived in St. Augustine this morning? I guess I'm crazy or something, seeing that both planes arriving at the same airport happens everyday. There is no explaining that FACT away, sorry. Give credit where credit is due. (Go check it out for yourself if you doubt it)Tampa Hurricane said:
posted on November 30, 2006 3:37 PM — 24.96.199.254 — link — abuse?
gablesgirl from your post a reader has to wonder if you even know where Miami is let alone anything about its program. Coker's firing had nothing to do with team discipline, it had to do with lack of coaching skills.
posted on November 30, 2006 3:57 PM — link — abuse?
@Randall - Two university planes arriving in St Augustine during recruting season. Man, I'm stumped. Why would two SEC teams be on the East Coast of Florida during recruiting season? Hmmm....
Jim Tressell said:
posted on November 30, 2006 4:06 PM — 155.188.247.6 — link — abuse?
I checked out the plane conspiracy theory and, while it is true both were in the same region, they weren't there at the same time. So, how can there be a surprise meeting between parties that aren't at a location together?
posted on November 30, 2006 4:15 PM — link — abuse?
Game, set, match -> Jim Tressell.
It *is* important for them to be there at the same time, I suppose.
gatorhippy said:
posted on November 30, 2006 4:19 PM — 209.16.115.5 — link — abuse?
K-Hue:
"Not so fast, my friend..."
Wouldn't it be possible that the planes left dropped off their passengers then returned to their destinations...
Just because two planes don't arrive and leave at the same time doesn't mean people flying on them can't get together for a meeting...
Not suggesting this is the case...
Just playing Devil's advocate...
gatorhippy said:
posted on November 30, 2006 4:40 PM — 209.16.115.5 — link — abuse?
Above is SOLID speculation (if there is such a thing) that a deal was reached today between Bama and the Visor for 3.5 million...
Citing grumblings of impending NCAA probation to come down on USC for crimes of the Holtz regime and USC's inabiltiy to raise capital for faciltiy upgrades as the reasons for Spurriers departure from SoCarl...
DISCLAIMER:
This info came to me from inside the UF Athletics Office BUT is in no way to be considered true or false...
posted on November 30, 2006 6:40 PM — link — abuse?
Spurrier told his team on Thursday (Nov 30) that they are "stuck with him".
Spurrier met with the team Thursday in a previously scheduled closed-door meeting. A source close to the team told News19's Matt Barrie that Spurrier told the players that he came to Columbia, "to do things that had never been done before, including winning an SEC title," and that he's "not leaving until that's done."
He reportedly jokingly told them, "some of you might not like me, but you're stuck with me."
posted on November 30, 2006 6:42 PM — link — abuse?
@GatorHippy - What he said (@108).
posted on November 30, 2006 6:47 PM — link — abuse?
@Gatorhippy - Devils advocate? OK, yes that *could* happen, but if you flight track them at flightaware.com you'll see that they made several "hops" at different airports.
Fellas, these are recruiting trips. Period.
posted on November 30, 2006 7:50 PM — 64.12.116.199 — link — abuse?
Bama Hamma: Thanks for quoting me. Notice that mine was the very first post here--before we had to wade through the rest of these rumours and innuendo. I stand by my quote. Once you guys announce the hiring of someone lese, please remember that. And don't you go disappearing on me.
Alabama should REALLY give a strong look to Petrino but they won't because he was once an assistant at Auburn. To the Tide die-hards, that's akin to him having syphilis or something like that.
Randall said:
posted on November 30, 2006 10:18 PM — 69.73.31.232 — link — abuse?
Lets keep Coach Spurrier's comments in perspective.
Lest we forget other coaches comments: "The only way I am leaving Ole Miss is in a long pine box.........", Tommy Tuberville to players and media shortly before boarding a jet for Auburn. Also, "Don't worry about what you are hearing, just hold the rope....." Alabama's Coach Fran speaking to players shortly before catching a "midnight express" to Texas A&M.Just a thought.
Charleston Gamecock said:
posted on December 1, 2006 8:23 AM — 64.90.18.34 — link — abuse?
There's nothing wrong with dreaming... Please keep uplifting Spurrier's name and how great he is and how much everyone wants him. There's a 5-Star defensive end we a trying to recruit and I'm sure he'd love to play for a guy everyone else wants.
“It’s always flattering if somebody thinks that you’re a good enough coach to go to one of those kind of programs. That’s how we’ve been using it with our recruits,” Spurrier said. “It’s a compliment that maybe they think I’m a good enough coach to go to those places. So we’re trying to turn it into a positive.”
ROLL TIDE!
Randy said:
posted on December 1, 2006 6:16 PM — 66.82.9.84 — link — abuse?
War Eagle Atlanta you seem to know the tide inside and out, even to the point of knowing what Alabama fans are thinking. Are you a closet Tide fan? How could you be privy to such information otherwise.
If what you say is true guess we need to get over that. Auburn certainly has no problem hiring a former Alabama assistant coach.
Guess that makes you the bigger man.
You must have been very lonely in Atlanta this year when Georgia handed Auburn their butts on a platter.
Rusty Shackleford said:
posted on December 2, 2006 10:40 AM — 64.12.116.199 — link — abuse?
I don't care who goes to Alabama and neither does Tubby, if Steve Spurrier goes to Bama, which he won't, then all it will do is amuse Auburn. It will make the Iron bowl more important when we get 6 straight too. And honestly does anybody think a man gettin ready for his retirement years is gonna get rid of a lifetime membership to one of the best golf courses in the world just for a crap job at alabama? It would be too much to try to live up to and if he loses to Auburn 2 times in a row he'll get booed. He will stay at South Carolina. Alabama will still lose to Auburn next year.
jack ligon said:
posted on December 2, 2006 9:19 PM — 74.226.196.151 — link — abuse?
i live in south carolina, up state, im a diehard clemson fan, and i hope spurrier stays, if you really think he will win a national title at carolina or even an sec title, you must be doing a drug. think about it when lou holtz came everybody said he was the guy to take this struggling program to the extream and win national title and sec title, he finished 20-25, no sec titles, and in his first season, 0-11, not to mention the all important stat of 1-5 vs. clemson. south carolina is not in the right conference, they compete against (recruting wise) clemson, va-tech, florida, bama, auburn, georgia, tennessee, arkansas, hell even north carolina, now that butch davis is there, if your a prospect your not going to a school with little promise and no great football tradition, you will go to one of those big schools, but hey now with spurriers new extention through 2012 that means just 6 more times clemson gets to beat him.
Charleston Cock said:
posted on December 2, 2006 10:14 PM — 4.88.58.127 — link — abuse?
Jack. Let's see, 2 bowl games in his first two years, competing with the SEC elite teams, great returning class, excellent incoming recruits (top 10 maybe), and oh yeah, a 31-28, 492 yard performance against the #24 ranked team in the nation on their home field. Against a loaded team that's supposed to contend for the ACC title. You got me, Spurrier is a complete failure at South Carolina. If I were a prospect, I would stay far away from a coach that all the Big Time schools want. I would rather play for Tammy Bowden in clempsun than Steve Spurrier in hapless South Carolina. 31-28
Cock-n-Fire! said:
posted on December 2, 2006 11:54 PM — 167.127.24.69 — link — abuse?
Jack, Jack, Jack,
misplaced frustration. Face it, it's year #8 and Bowdown Jr. just can't get it done ... he handpicked Brad Scott for crying out loud - that's hysterical!Yep, we're 1-5 in the last 6 but all that matters today is 31-28 - and in your cowfield too! And Jack, I know you weren't really comparing Holtz to Spurrier?!!! Please.
posted on December 5, 2006 3:49 PM — 64.12.116.199 — link — abuse?
Randy: I'm so glad you finally came out to play! Yes, I'm a closet Tide fan. Unlike fans from both schools, I don't see the need to hate the other side. I generally root for Alabama and all other SEC schools except when it's not advantageous for Auburn. If you think of it logically, there's really no reason to want your rivals to lose until you play them--unless you're just a person of little character and take pleasure in others' undoing.
I follow Bama football, so I know something about it. Not as much as you or other posters on here, but a fair amount. The biggest problem I have with Alabama is this coaching carousel they have going on for the last 20 years. Even to an outside observer it looks a little extreme and irrational. But contrary to other Auburn fans, I hope you guys straighten it out.
No, Randy, it was a lonely drive BACK to Atlanta after UGA handed us our butt on a platter. It was a fairly pleasant drive back from Tuscaloosa however... :-)
Cock-N-Fire! said:
posted on December 7, 2006 2:04 PM — 167.127.24.25 — link — abuse?
C-DOGG, Cane_Nation - you can't keep these boys in your own state? Shame ... get use to it.
Tampa (Fla.) Jefferson quarterback Stephen Garcia officially committed to South Carolina moments ago during a press conference at his high school.
Rivals.com rates Garcia as the No. 57 overall prospect and the No. 3 dual-threat quarterback in the country. He is the 17th commitment for USC and the sixth four-star commitment.
jack ligon said:
posted on December 7, 2006 3:56 PM — 74.226.196.203 — link — abuse?
well cock-n-fire and Charleston Cock you won this year, but hey when you guys win 34 more games against us, and tie us for that all time wins in this rivalry, come and talk to me then. also yes i did compare holtz to spurrier, i think you cock fans forget, when holts came you all said the same thing that you are saying now that spurriers there, "oh holtz is the man that can take us to the sec or nc game and win and we will be number one, what a great choice!!" hers what holts did at carolina:
0-11 in his first season
only 2 bowl games in 6 year (bowden had 5 in his first 6)
0 sec titles
0 nationals titles
33-37 overall record
now holtz was a great coach before carolina, a national title, bowl wins, over 200 wins all time when he came to carolina he had the 3rd most wins of any active coach (bowden and jo pa in front) spurrier cant say all that, 1 nc title same as holtz, but still no better, so either way spur's 62 hell retire in a couple of years and you guys will hire yet another great coach and ruin his reputation. just remember, you cant make chicken salad out of chicken shit!!
o yea we are not cow town, ever noticed that williams brice is right across from the farmers market, and a place that use to hold rodeos? just wondering
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War Eagle Atlanta said:
posted on November 27, 2006 5:29 PM — 64.12.116.199 — link — abuse?Man, I love to be right!!!! Ahh, what could have been: the marrying of two great egos--Spurrier's and Alabama fans'. Bama, time for you to fly a jet up to Louisville...