quo; and forget about God’s Savior who will rule in Jerusalem.” Satan began to put him plan into motion. Octavian / Caesar AugustusOn September 23, 63 BC (on the Julian calendar), Gaius Octavian was born in Rome just before sunrise. Apparently his father, Senator Octavius, was present at the birth of Octavian because he was late for work in the Roman Senate. When he arrived at the Senate building, he announced the birth of his son. A senator who heard the announcement, Nigidius Figulus, was also an astrologer, so he inquired as to the time of the birth. According to the Roman historian Suetonius, when he found out, he “declared that the ruler of the world had been born” (Deified Augustus I: 94: 5; LCL 1: 267). Another Roman historian named Dio Cassius, records that Nigidius cried out, “You have begotten a master over us!” (Roman History 45: 1: 3-5; LCL 4: 409). A numismatic scholar was able to cast Augustus’ horoscope and demonstrate from the ancient sources that the astrological charts “predicted” Augustus rule (Molnar 1994a: 6-15). He comments: “I believe that Augustus was certain that he had an ironclad astral license for imperial rule. I also suspect that he probably took advantage of this starry legacy by exploiting the superstition of his friends and foes. Friendly believers of astral fatalism would have been inclined to support him in achieving his ‘inevitable’ destiny, whereas his adversaries may have been reluctant to fight fate: a powerful formula for a self-fulfilling prophecy. Although it is pure conjecture, I cannot help but wonder how even Julius Caesar may have been influenced to adopt this distant nephew who had a wondrous horoscope claiming omnipotence and world rule” (1994a: 6, 7). Firmicus Maternus, an astrological writer in the 4th century AD, wrote concerning Augustus’ horoscope, “[It] will make emperors whose rule extends throughout the whole world and whose power is so great that it approaches that of the gods” (Molnar 1994a: 12). Divination and astrology were widespread in the Roman world at this time. Satan used astrology, something that the Word of God condemns and forbids (Lev. 19:26; Deut. 18:9-24; Isa. 47:13-14), to set up his puppet to be the ruler of the world. Suetonius mentioned that he read an account of the conception of Octavian in a book called Theologumena (“Discourse about the gods”) by Asclepias of Mendes. According to the story, Attia was impregnated by a serpent in the temple of Apollo. After this happened, a discoloration on her body was seen in the form of a serpent. Ten months later, Octavian was born and he was regarded as the son of the god Apollo (Deified Augustus 94:4; LCL 1: 265, 267). Dio Cassius also relates the same story (Roman History 45: 2, 3; LCL 4:407-409). There were coins minted by Augustus with the inscription on it, “son of god.” While he was the adopted son of the deified Julius Caesar, he was also the son of the god Apollo. When Octavian was 19 years old, his uncle, Julius Caesar was assassinated in the Senate building on the Ides of March,
BC (something else the astrological charts predicted.
See Molnar 1994b: 6-10). The two leading conspirators, Brutus and Cassius, fled to the east and raised an army to retake Rome and return it to a Republic and not the dictatorship that Julius Caesar had established. Two and a half years later (October 42 BC), an exhausted and undermanned army led by Octavian and Mark Antony met the armies of Brutus and Cassius at Philippi. As fate would have it, the armies of Brutus and Cassius were defeated and the two men committed suicide. In 40 BC Virgil (70-19 BC), a prophet of Satan, masquerading as a world renowned poet, wrote a poem called the “Fourth Eclogue” about a virgin and a divine child who will end the civil wars in the Roman world and bring peace and prosperity to the world. It would be a paradise on earth. Thus began the “golden age” of Rome. Peace seemed to prevail after the death of Mark Antony and Cleopatra VII in Egypt in 30 BC when Octavian became the sole ruler of the Roman world. In January 27 BC, Octavian was given the title Augustus which means one who is worthy of honor and worship, like a god. The “secular Games” were celebrated in 17 BC in honor of Augustus’ rule of peace and prosperity. Coins were minted commemorating his rule. Some even had inscriptions on them that called Augustus the “son of god.” In 13 BC an altar of peace was dedicated in Rome. Also, the doors of the Temple of Janus, the god of war, were closed because Rome was not a war with anybody because Pax Romana, the peace of Rome, had prevailed. It was in this context, on May 14, 6 BC, the real Prince of Peace, the Lord Jesus was born. According to one of the early Church Fathers, Clement of Alexandria (ca. 160-215 AD), the date given on the Egyptian calendar for the birth of Jesus was Pachom 25 (Stromata 1:21; 1994:333b). On the Gregorian calendar, this date is May 14th, 6 BC (Faulstich 1989: 3-14). Apparently Clement had access to records that we do not have today and I have no reason to doubt this date. The Angelic Announcement - 2:8-15Dlanguage learning
2011年3月17日星期四
2011年3月9日星期三
10 Mar 11 Two Excellent Films That Could Not Win an Oscar
Two Excellent Films That Could Not Win an OscarBy: Ed Bagley .... Click author's name to view profile and articles!!!Retargeting by ChangoTweet ? 2006 Ed BagleySecondhand Lions - 4 Stars (Excellent)A masterpiece of storytelling written and directed by Tim McCanlies (remember the name). Near as I can tell, this film generated little stir when made in 2003, and had absolutely no nominations for Oscars (what a shame).Secondhand Lions was released the same year many other more familiar films won Oscars or nominations of some sort, including Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Mystic River, Cold Mountain, Whale Rider, Something's Gotta Give, Seabiscuit and Finding Nemo among others (well, you get the picture).These were some great pictures that won Oscars or nominations, and I personally saw 6 of the 8 mentioned. Of the 6 that I saw, only Whale Rider had a real life message to give beyond the glitz, gadgetry and puter-generated wizardry of Hollywood at its best.These Oscar-nominated movies were great entertainment but none of them are as good as Secondhand Lions, which was notable for its lack of attention by movie reviewers, and apparently movie goers. Either this film had a limited release, or it is the best kept secret of movie making in 2003.The story of a poor excuse of a mother forcing her teenage son to spend the summer with his great uncles seems simple enough. What the teenage son (Haley Joel Osment) learns about his uncles (Michael Caine and Robert Duvall) is almost beyond belief and the viewer is left wondering if the stories he hears are a figment of someone's imagination or the real deal.Tim McCanlies plays this "violin" with the skill of a concert performance, leading the viewer in and out of apparent reality without losing real interest in what is happening (this is called masterpiece storytelling).In the process, the viewer is getting some life lessons in the importance of integrity, courage, honesty, independence, love, passion, values, morals, manners and belief (the "Yes, Virginia, there is a Santa Claus" variety, and the belief that es from living the belief others doubt).Despite its superb presentation, Secondhand Lions came up with no Oscar nominations; it did win a Heartland Film Festival Award of Excellence, and should have received much more acclaim in my judgment. Secondhand Lions is a very impressive film and an excellent piece of storytelling.In terms of storytelling and teaching the lessons in life that can be best appreciated by those who have experienced them, Secondhand Lions gets my highest rating next to "A Christmas Story" and "Waking Ned Devine."Secondhand Lions is a truly classic movie. I knew instinctively this was going to be a great movie when the boy opens the trunk in his room and its contents are covered with sand (you know this when you spend a year in Libya, North Africa, just above the Sahara Desert), and when the first time the boy follows his Uncle Hub outside at night and looks at the steps he has to go down before he does so (wouldn't you, if you were going down the steps in darkness for the first time?).You might consider this small stuff; I consider it the results of a master at work. Someone needs to bankroll Tim McCanlies, and let him create more movies. With proper distribution and promotion, everyone involved will tell a great story through Tim McCanlies and bee millionaires in the process.The Chorus (Les Choristes in French) - 4 Stars (Excellent)First time French Director Christophe Barratier has given us an incredibly good movie in The Chorus.I was forced to read the subtitles as I cannot understand French, but it mattered little as this film is illustrated and demonstrated with so many important values in life, including understanding, passion, trust, appreciation, love, acceptance, challenge, vision, determination, integrity and justice.Instead of a stupid, empty, meaningless action flick like Mr. and Mrs. Smith with Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie, this film will warm your heart if you have any heart worth warming.The Chorus finds music teacher Clément Mathieu (Gérard Jugnot is excellent) landing a job at a boys' boarding school populated by delinquents and orphans, and a misguided and mean headmaster named Rachin (Francois Berléand), who reminded me a lot of Nurse Ratched from Ken Kesey's gem of a novel one flew over the cuckoo's nest.Mathieu uses his love of music to mold a few rambunctious ruffians and some really lost, neglected students into basically a coherent unit with purpose and hope. Mathieu discovers the singing talent of Pierre Morhange (Jean-Baptiste Maunier), and finds an assistant in the little Pépinot (Maxence Perrin).The Chorus was the No. 1 movie at the French box office in 2004, selling 8.6 million tickets. Gérard Jugnot mortgaged his Paris apartment to help finance the film, and proved his sense of choice in accepting scripts and accepting bets as he ended up making 5+ million euros (easily more than 6 million in American dollars) as actor and co-producer of the film. He became the highest paid French actor in 2004 by doing so.The singing by the chorus in the film will stop you and amaze you because it is so stunning, and rightly so. Jean-Baptiste Maunier's was selected for the role as Pierre Morhange precisely because he is an actual boys choir soloist for Petits Chanteurs de Saint-Marc, the choir who also sang the songs in the film.While The Chorus was nominated for two Oscars, it came up empty handed at the presentations. No matter. If you have a shred of decency and integrity within you, see this movie because it validates that what you do and who you are in life matters--especially if you will never even sniff fame and fortune--as you will find out what really matters and just how good people can be.Article Source: abcarticledirectoryEd Bagley is the Author of Ed Bagley's Blog, which he Publishes Daily with Fresh, Original Articles on Internet Marketing, Jobs and Careers, Movie Reviews, Sports and Recreation, and Lessons in Life intended to Delight, Inform, Educate and Motivate Readers. Visit Ed at . . .edbagleyblogMovieReviewArticles.htmledbagleyblogLessonsinLifeArticles.htmledbagleyblogInternetMarketingArticles.htmlNote: The content of this article solely conveys the opinion of its author, Ed BagleyRetargeting by ChangoDid You Like This Article? 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2011年3月5日星期六
5 Mar 11 Don't Make These Common 4 Affiliate Mistakes!
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2011年1月24日星期一
24 Jan 11 Georgia Football: A Trip to Colorado Is What the Dawgs Need to Get Back On Track
Kevin C. Cox/Getty ImagesThe state of Georgia is usually sunny at this time of the year, but in Athens where the Bulldogs play, things could not be more dark than they are now.After suffering three consecutive losses for the first time in 20 years, UGA is in dire need of a win.So with their next Reebok Minnesota Vikings 28 Adrian Peterson Realtree camo Jersey
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far this year, but Murray has been one of, if not the only bright spot. He should have a breakout game Saturday night.Another reason Georgia fans should not worry is Coloradooffense is not like South Carolina, Arkansas, or Miss State. The Buffaloes are ranked 86th nationally and they were playing against Hawaii and Colorado State.Georgia has not been great defensively, but with a lack of a running game for Colorado, look for linebacker Justin Houston to come up with big plays by rushing the passer. And that is something Georgia needs to do better is pass rushing with one sack in the last two games.Despite not having a great running attack, Rodney Stewart has speed and if he is out in open space, it could be trouble for the Bulldogs. But with linebacker Akeem Dent playing the way he has been playing the beginning of the season, Stewart should not have too many opportunities to be out in space.The last reason has to be coaching. Georgia head coach Mark Richt is great on the road, despite losing his first two road games ofReebok Minnesota Vikings #69 Jared Allen Realtree camo Jersey
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opponent being the Colorado Buffaloes in Colorado, the Bulldogs should get their second win of the season.Now, by they way they are playing, many people think they probably wonwin another game until they take on Idaho State in early November. But with a tip out to Colorado to take a break from the SEC schedule, it may be what the Dawgs need to get back on track.The No. 1 reason Georgia will turn it around in Colorado is the return of wide receiver A.J. Green.After being suspended for the first four games of the season, Green will make his 2010 debut and what better way to come back to play against a team that gives up 240 passing yards per game.With Green back, the offense will be that much better because the running game should open up so the Buffalo defense wonstack eight in the box. Also tight ends Aaron White and Orson Charles should make more plays because they wonbe double covered.And with the return of Green means quarterback Aaron Murray will be able to make more plays. The offense has not been great soReebok Minnesota Vikings #4 Brett Favre Realtree camo Jersey
far this year, but Murray has been one of, if not the only bright spot. He should have a breakout game Saturday night.Another reason Georgia fans should not worry is Coloradooffense is not like South Carolina, Arkansas, or Miss State. The Buffaloes are ranked 86th nationally and they were playing against Hawaii and Colorado State.Georgia has not been great defensively, but with a lack of a running game for Colorado, look for linebacker Justin Houston to come up with big plays by rushing the passer. And that is something Georgia needs to do better is pass rushing with one sack in the last two games.Despite not having a great running attack, Rodney Stewart has speed and if he is out in open space, it could be trouble for the Bulldogs. But with linebacker Akeem Dent playing the way he has been playing the beginning of the season, Stewart should not have too many opportunities to be out in space.The last reason has to be coaching. Georgia head coach Mark Richt is great on the road, despite losing his first two road games ofReebok Minnesota Vikings #69 Jared Allen Realtree camo Jersey
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2011年1月22日星期六
22 Jan 11 Penn State Football: Tailgate Excels, Nittany Lions Not So Much in 24-0 Shutout
Photo by Carolyn M. ToddIthard not to be cynical about September non-conference games. Ita nearfact of Beaver Stadium economics that Penn State will continue to schedule teams that are willing to get beat up in exchange for a healthy paycheck so thatthe Nittany Lionscan get aseventh home game. Penn State's not the only schoolthat does this.Look around at the non-conference schedules of any Big Ten or other major FBS team and you will seea cupcake opponent scheduled in September. Such was the case yesterday with Kent State, a MAC team that many view Philadelphia Eagles jersey
really doesnbelong at Beaver Stadium. Or at least thatwhat people believe about such games. The reality yesterday wasnexactly so. I didnenvy Kent State coming intoHappy Valleyyesterday. After all, Penn State might have been a bit frustrated after losing to No. 1 Alabama the week before, and decided to take out its vengeance on an under-manned team. Fortunately for the Golden Flashes, the game didnexactly go that way. Tailgating Excels at Fantasy Football Camp TailgateThere is one thing to be said for games like Kent State. If you want to plan a tailgate and get people to join you, iteasy to get tickets to the game for your guests. All they have to do is show up and look around the parking lot at the available tickets. Heck, they could even call the Penn State ticket office and get some for this game! It was a picture perfectand sunny 76 degrees on Saturday. Not too hot, likein Alabama the week before, but not too cold as it will be later in the season. Perfect for a tailgate! After the game, we were invited to a Fantasy Football Camp Reunion Tailgate. This tailgate was sponsored by Global Football Inc., which runs both the menfantasy football camp and the NEW ladies Xand Ofootball camp. It was conveniently located only two rows away from our car. We were asked to invite friends, especiallythose who might be interested in next yearfootball camp. My husband Terry and I brought three friends, which made fora great time! For those reading this who might be interested in a phenomenal football experience, there are tentative dates set for next yearcamps: For women, two sessions will be held on June 6 and 7, with athird session on June 8 if thereenough interest.Each one-day event accommodates 60 women and costs $490, with $100 donated to Breast Cancer Research.Most of us from this yearinaugural ladies camp plan to return to play each other again!So if youre interested, plan to sign up early. For men, the popular menfantasy camp that provides amuch more intense experience, is June 8-12 and will cost $4490. The dates are tentative and might change due to a construction conflict at Beaver Stadium. To get on the email list for further announcements about these camps and to learn how to register, contact Patrick Steenberge at Patrick@globalfootball.com Game Recap The Nittany Lionsdidnexactly overwhelm Kent State. This game was not really decided until Collin Wagner kicked a 27-yard field goal with 1:11 left in the third quarter to make the score 17-0. Until then it was possible forthe Golden Flashesto score two touchdowns or more, especially when Penn Stateoffense was kind enough tohand our opponentthe ball in great field position through fumbles, interceptions, or a missed field goal in the third quarter.My husband Terry, who gets a bit hyperactive about Penn Statemistakes, kept declaring in the third quarter, We could mess around and lose this game.I wasntoo worried, as Kent Statescore was still a goose egg. But I knew what he meant.Bolden Hands Football to Royster on Successful Touchdown Drive. Photo by Pittsburgh Steelers jersey
Carolyn M. ToddThe Lionsweren't playing well, and you canjust hand a team any team the ball and not expect them to score eventually. Fortunately the offense settled down and the defense secured the shutout. Credit the defense for two key interceptions that stopped Kent Statedrives, and also for their consistenly keepingthem out of the red zone. The Golden Flashes'only scoring opportunity came on a 47-yard field goal attempt that they missed. The defense did step it up a bit. Overall there were ten tackles for losses, for a total of 29 yards.Stephon Morris (9), Michael Mauti (7), and Chris Colasanti (7) were the tackle leaders for this game. Jack Crawford and Devon Still each recorded a sack. DAnton Lynn and Derrick Thomas each achieved an interception.Penn Staterushing game remains a concern. Senior Evan Royster had only 11 carriesfor 38 yards with one fumble. Yet, he achieved a milestone of 3000 career yards, one of only six Penn State running backs to do so. Hegot 371 yards to go to beat Curt Warnerall-time rushing record of 3,398.The crowd does a slow wave. Photo by Carolyn M. ToddBut so far this season Royster has not been tremendously impressive. Perhaps itbecause henot carrying the ball enough to get into some sort of rhythm.In fact, it almost seems as though Coach Paterno is equally favoring Stephfon Green, who also had 11 carries for 59 yards. True freshman quarterback Rob Bolden continues to impress, even with some freshman mistakes (two interceptions). He passed for 217 yards and one touchdown, completing 17 of 27 passing attempts.He has an arm and can make a quick strike deep pass to favorite receiver Derek Moye or to up and coming receiver Devon Smith. He also spreads his passes around, as numerous players caught at least one pass.Most importantly Bolden doesnseem to get rattled easily. Terry and I keep talking about how much fun it will be to watch him develop over the next 3-4 years. Assuming he doesnget injured or decide to leave early! Will Penn State Beat Temple on Saturday?Will Penn State Beat Temple on Saturday?Absolutely! A Blow Out As Usual.33.3%Yes. But It Will Be A Close Win.61.3%No. Temple is Better. The Time Has Come For A Huge Upset2.7%No. Penn State Will Make Too Many Mistakes2.7%Total votes: 111Bolden also showed some running ability, although Coach Paterno didnseem too happy about that! However, he only took out when the field was wide open. Coach Paterno didnseem too concerned about injuries, stating in his post-game comments that Bolden is a tough kid.Overall, a 24-0 shutout should be satisfying. But it wasnt. It felt more like an ugly win. I suppose itpartly a matter of expectations: we expected the Nittany Lions to blowout a MAC team and it didnhappen!The San Diego Chargers jersey
game was mostly disappointing because there were too many mistakes made, whichwould have been much more costly against a different opponent. Now on to Temple next week a dangerous teamthat is 3-0 for the season after a great win at Connecticut. The Owlsmight be tougher than anyone expects! Perhaps with a 3:30 p.m. start, the student section will finally show up and give us somenoise in the first quarter! We'll need it next week. This article also appears on View From the Stands - Penn State Football
really doesnbelong at Beaver Stadium. Or at least thatwhat people believe about such games. The reality yesterday wasnexactly so. I didnenvy Kent State coming intoHappy Valleyyesterday. After all, Penn State might have been a bit frustrated after losing to No. 1 Alabama the week before, and decided to take out its vengeance on an under-manned team. Fortunately for the Golden Flashes, the game didnexactly go that way. Tailgating Excels at Fantasy Football Camp TailgateThere is one thing to be said for games like Kent State. If you want to plan a tailgate and get people to join you, iteasy to get tickets to the game for your guests. All they have to do is show up and look around the parking lot at the available tickets. Heck, they could even call the Penn State ticket office and get some for this game! It was a picture perfectand sunny 76 degrees on Saturday. Not too hot, likein Alabama the week before, but not too cold as it will be later in the season. Perfect for a tailgate! After the game, we were invited to a Fantasy Football Camp Reunion Tailgate. This tailgate was sponsored by Global Football Inc., which runs both the menfantasy football camp and the NEW ladies Xand Ofootball camp. It was conveniently located only two rows away from our car. We were asked to invite friends, especiallythose who might be interested in next yearfootball camp. My husband Terry and I brought three friends, which made fora great time! For those reading this who might be interested in a phenomenal football experience, there are tentative dates set for next yearcamps: For women, two sessions will be held on June 6 and 7, with athird session on June 8 if thereenough interest.Each one-day event accommodates 60 women and costs $490, with $100 donated to Breast Cancer Research.Most of us from this yearinaugural ladies camp plan to return to play each other again!So if youre interested, plan to sign up early. For men, the popular menfantasy camp that provides amuch more intense experience, is June 8-12 and will cost $4490. The dates are tentative and might change due to a construction conflict at Beaver Stadium. To get on the email list for further announcements about these camps and to learn how to register, contact Patrick Steenberge at Patrick@globalfootball.com Game Recap The Nittany Lionsdidnexactly overwhelm Kent State. This game was not really decided until Collin Wagner kicked a 27-yard field goal with 1:11 left in the third quarter to make the score 17-0. Until then it was possible forthe Golden Flashesto score two touchdowns or more, especially when Penn Stateoffense was kind enough tohand our opponentthe ball in great field position through fumbles, interceptions, or a missed field goal in the third quarter.My husband Terry, who gets a bit hyperactive about Penn Statemistakes, kept declaring in the third quarter, We could mess around and lose this game.I wasntoo worried, as Kent Statescore was still a goose egg. But I knew what he meant.Bolden Hands Football to Royster on Successful Touchdown Drive. Photo by Pittsburgh Steelers jersey
Carolyn M. ToddThe Lionsweren't playing well, and you canjust hand a team any team the ball and not expect them to score eventually. Fortunately the offense settled down and the defense secured the shutout. Credit the defense for two key interceptions that stopped Kent Statedrives, and also for their consistenly keepingthem out of the red zone. The Golden Flashes'only scoring opportunity came on a 47-yard field goal attempt that they missed. The defense did step it up a bit. Overall there were ten tackles for losses, for a total of 29 yards.Stephon Morris (9), Michael Mauti (7), and Chris Colasanti (7) were the tackle leaders for this game. Jack Crawford and Devon Still each recorded a sack. DAnton Lynn and Derrick Thomas each achieved an interception.Penn Staterushing game remains a concern. Senior Evan Royster had only 11 carriesfor 38 yards with one fumble. Yet, he achieved a milestone of 3000 career yards, one of only six Penn State running backs to do so. Hegot 371 yards to go to beat Curt Warnerall-time rushing record of 3,398.The crowd does a slow wave. Photo by Carolyn M. ToddBut so far this season Royster has not been tremendously impressive. Perhaps itbecause henot carrying the ball enough to get into some sort of rhythm.In fact, it almost seems as though Coach Paterno is equally favoring Stephfon Green, who also had 11 carries for 59 yards. True freshman quarterback Rob Bolden continues to impress, even with some freshman mistakes (two interceptions). He passed for 217 yards and one touchdown, completing 17 of 27 passing attempts.He has an arm and can make a quick strike deep pass to favorite receiver Derek Moye or to up and coming receiver Devon Smith. He also spreads his passes around, as numerous players caught at least one pass.Most importantly Bolden doesnseem to get rattled easily. Terry and I keep talking about how much fun it will be to watch him develop over the next 3-4 years. Assuming he doesnget injured or decide to leave early! Will Penn State Beat Temple on Saturday?Will Penn State Beat Temple on Saturday?Absolutely! A Blow Out As Usual.33.3%Yes. But It Will Be A Close Win.61.3%No. Temple is Better. The Time Has Come For A Huge Upset2.7%No. Penn State Will Make Too Many Mistakes2.7%Total votes: 111Bolden also showed some running ability, although Coach Paterno didnseem too happy about that! However, he only took out when the field was wide open. Coach Paterno didnseem too concerned about injuries, stating in his post-game comments that Bolden is a tough kid.Overall, a 24-0 shutout should be satisfying. But it wasnt. It felt more like an ugly win. I suppose itpartly a matter of expectations: we expected the Nittany Lions to blowout a MAC team and it didnhappen!The San Diego Chargers jersey
game was mostly disappointing because there were too many mistakes made, whichwould have been much more costly against a different opponent. Now on to Temple next week a dangerous teamthat is 3-0 for the season after a great win at Connecticut. The Owlsmight be tougher than anyone expects! Perhaps with a 3:30 p.m. start, the student section will finally show up and give us somenoise in the first quarter! We'll need it next week. This article also appears on View From the Stands - Penn State Football
22 Jan 11 Penn State Football: Tailgate Excels, Nittany Lions Not So Much in 24-0 Shutout
Photo by Carolyn M. ToddIthard not to be cynical about September non-conference games. Ita nearfact of Beaver Stadium economics that Penn State will continue to schedule teams that are willing to get beat up in exchange for a healthy paycheck so thatthe Nittany Lionscan get aseventh home game. Penn State's not the only schoolthat does this.Look around at the non-conference schedules of any Big Ten or other major FBS team and you will seea cupcake opponent scheduled in September. Such was the case yesterday with Kent State, a MAC team that many view Philadelphia Eagles jersey
really doesnbelong at Beaver Stadium. Or at least thatwhat people believe about such games. The reality yesterday wasnexactly so. I didnenvy Kent State coming intoHappy Valleyyesterday. After all, Penn State might have been a bit frustrated after losing to No. 1 Alabama the week before, and decided to take out its vengeance on an under-manned team. Fortunately for the Golden Flashes, the game didnexactly go that way. Tailgating Excels at Fantasy Football Camp TailgateThere is one thing to be said for games like Kent State. If you want to plan a tailgate and get people to join you, iteasy to get tickets to the game for your guests. All they have to do is show up and look around the parking lot at the available tickets. Heck, they could even call the Penn State ticket office and get some for this game! It was a picture perfectand sunny 76 degrees on Saturday. Not too hot, likein Alabama the week before, but not too cold as it will be later in the season. Perfect for a tailgate! After the game, we were invited to a Fantasy Football Camp Reunion Tailgate. This tailgate was sponsored by Global Football Inc., which runs both the menfantasy football camp and the NEW ladies Xand Ofootball camp. It was conveniently located only two rows away from our car. We were asked to invite friends, especiallythose who might be interested in next yearfootball camp. My husband Terry and I brought three friends, which made fora great time! For those reading this who might be interested in a phenomenal football experience, there are tentative dates set for next yearcamps: For women, two sessions will be held on June 6 and 7, with athird session on June 8 if thereenough interest.Each one-day event accommodates 60 women and costs $490, with $100 donated to Breast Cancer Research.Most of us from this yearinaugural ladies camp plan to return to play each other again!So if youre interested, plan to sign up early. For men, the popular menfantasy camp that provides amuch more intense experience, is June 8-12 and will cost $4490. The dates are tentative and might change due to a construction conflict at Beaver Stadium. To get on the email list for further announcements about these camps and to learn how to register, contact Patrick Steenberge at Patrick@globalfootball.com Game Recap The Nittany Lionsdidnexactly overwhelm Kent State. This game was not really decided until Collin Wagner kicked a 27-yard field goal with 1:11 left in the third quarter to make the score 17-0. Until then it was possible forthe Golden Flashesto score two touchdowns or more, especially when Penn Stateoffense was kind enough tohand our opponentthe ball in great field position through fumbles, interceptions, or a missed field goal in the third quarter.My husband Terry, who gets a bit hyperactive about Penn Statemistakes, kept declaring in the third quarter, We could mess around and lose this game.I wasntoo worried, as Kent Statescore was still a goose egg. But I knew what he meant.Bolden Hands Football to Royster on Successful Touchdown Drive. Photo by Pittsburgh Steelers jersey
Carolyn M. ToddThe Lionsweren't playing well, and you canjust hand a team any team the ball and not expect them to score eventually. Fortunately the offense settled down and the defense secured the shutout. Credit the defense for two key interceptions that stopped Kent Statedrives, and also for their consistenly keepingthem out of the red zone. The Golden Flashes'only scoring opportunity came on a 47-yard field goal attempt that they missed. The defense did step it up a bit. Overall there were ten tackles for losses, for a total of 29 yards.Stephon Morris (9), Michael Mauti (7), and Chris Colasanti (7) were the tackle leaders for this game. Jack Crawford and Devon Still each recorded a sack. DAnton Lynn and Derrick Thomas each achieved an interception.Penn Staterushing game remains a concern. Senior Evan Royster had only 11 carriesfor 38 yards with one fumble. Yet, he achieved a milestone of 3000 career yards, one of only six Penn State running backs to do so. Hegot 371 yards to go to beat Curt Warnerall-time rushing record of 3,398.The crowd does a slow wave. Photo by Carolyn M. ToddBut so far this season Royster has not been tremendously impressive. Perhaps itbecause henot carrying the ball enough to get into some sort of rhythm.In fact, it almost seems as though Coach Paterno is equally favoring Stephfon Green, who also had 11 carries for 59 yards. True freshman quarterback Rob Bolden continues to impress, even with some freshman mistakes (two interceptions). He passed for 217 yards and one touchdown, completing 17 of 27 passing attempts.He has an arm and can make a quick strike deep pass to favorite receiver Derek Moye or to up and coming receiver Devon Smith. He also spreads his passes around, as numerous players caught at least one pass.Most importantly Bolden doesnseem to get rattled easily. Terry and I keep talking about how much fun it will be to watch him develop over the next 3-4 years. Assuming he doesnget injured or decide to leave early! Will Penn State Beat Temple on Saturday?Will Penn State Beat Temple on Saturday?Absolutely! A Blow Out As Usual.33.3%Yes. But It Will Be A Close Win.61.3%No. Temple is Better. The Time Has Come For A Huge Upset2.7%No. Penn State Will Make Too Many Mistakes2.7%Total votes: 111Bolden also showed some running ability, although Coach Paterno didnseem too happy about that! However, he only took out when the field was wide open. Coach Paterno didnseem too concerned about injuries, stating in his post-game comments that Bolden is a tough kid.Overall, a 24-0 shutout should be satisfying. But it wasnt. It felt more like an ugly win. I suppose itpartly a matter of expectations: we expected the Nittany Lions to blowout a MAC team and it didnhappen!The San Diego Chargers jersey
game was mostly disappointing because there were too many mistakes made, whichwould have been much more costly against a different opponent. Now on to Temple next week a dangerous teamthat is 3-0 for the season after a great win at Connecticut. The Owlsmight be tougher than anyone expects! Perhaps with a 3:30 p.m. start, the student section will finally show up and give us somenoise in the first quarter! We'll need it next week. This article also appears on View From the Stands - Penn State Football
really doesnbelong at Beaver Stadium. Or at least thatwhat people believe about such games. The reality yesterday wasnexactly so. I didnenvy Kent State coming intoHappy Valleyyesterday. After all, Penn State might have been a bit frustrated after losing to No. 1 Alabama the week before, and decided to take out its vengeance on an under-manned team. Fortunately for the Golden Flashes, the game didnexactly go that way. Tailgating Excels at Fantasy Football Camp TailgateThere is one thing to be said for games like Kent State. If you want to plan a tailgate and get people to join you, iteasy to get tickets to the game for your guests. All they have to do is show up and look around the parking lot at the available tickets. Heck, they could even call the Penn State ticket office and get some for this game! It was a picture perfectand sunny 76 degrees on Saturday. Not too hot, likein Alabama the week before, but not too cold as it will be later in the season. Perfect for a tailgate! After the game, we were invited to a Fantasy Football Camp Reunion Tailgate. This tailgate was sponsored by Global Football Inc., which runs both the menfantasy football camp and the NEW ladies Xand Ofootball camp. It was conveniently located only two rows away from our car. We were asked to invite friends, especiallythose who might be interested in next yearfootball camp. My husband Terry and I brought three friends, which made fora great time! For those reading this who might be interested in a phenomenal football experience, there are tentative dates set for next yearcamps: For women, two sessions will be held on June 6 and 7, with athird session on June 8 if thereenough interest.Each one-day event accommodates 60 women and costs $490, with $100 donated to Breast Cancer Research.Most of us from this yearinaugural ladies camp plan to return to play each other again!So if youre interested, plan to sign up early. For men, the popular menfantasy camp that provides amuch more intense experience, is June 8-12 and will cost $4490. The dates are tentative and might change due to a construction conflict at Beaver Stadium. To get on the email list for further announcements about these camps and to learn how to register, contact Patrick Steenberge at Patrick@globalfootball.com Game Recap The Nittany Lionsdidnexactly overwhelm Kent State. This game was not really decided until Collin Wagner kicked a 27-yard field goal with 1:11 left in the third quarter to make the score 17-0. Until then it was possible forthe Golden Flashesto score two touchdowns or more, especially when Penn Stateoffense was kind enough tohand our opponentthe ball in great field position through fumbles, interceptions, or a missed field goal in the third quarter.My husband Terry, who gets a bit hyperactive about Penn Statemistakes, kept declaring in the third quarter, We could mess around and lose this game.I wasntoo worried, as Kent Statescore was still a goose egg. But I knew what he meant.Bolden Hands Football to Royster on Successful Touchdown Drive. Photo by Pittsburgh Steelers jersey
Carolyn M. ToddThe Lionsweren't playing well, and you canjust hand a team any team the ball and not expect them to score eventually. Fortunately the offense settled down and the defense secured the shutout. Credit the defense for two key interceptions that stopped Kent Statedrives, and also for their consistenly keepingthem out of the red zone. The Golden Flashes'only scoring opportunity came on a 47-yard field goal attempt that they missed. The defense did step it up a bit. Overall there were ten tackles for losses, for a total of 29 yards.Stephon Morris (9), Michael Mauti (7), and Chris Colasanti (7) were the tackle leaders for this game. Jack Crawford and Devon Still each recorded a sack. DAnton Lynn and Derrick Thomas each achieved an interception.Penn Staterushing game remains a concern. Senior Evan Royster had only 11 carriesfor 38 yards with one fumble. Yet, he achieved a milestone of 3000 career yards, one of only six Penn State running backs to do so. Hegot 371 yards to go to beat Curt Warnerall-time rushing record of 3,398.The crowd does a slow wave. Photo by Carolyn M. ToddBut so far this season Royster has not been tremendously impressive. Perhaps itbecause henot carrying the ball enough to get into some sort of rhythm.In fact, it almost seems as though Coach Paterno is equally favoring Stephfon Green, who also had 11 carries for 59 yards. True freshman quarterback Rob Bolden continues to impress, even with some freshman mistakes (two interceptions). He passed for 217 yards and one touchdown, completing 17 of 27 passing attempts.He has an arm and can make a quick strike deep pass to favorite receiver Derek Moye or to up and coming receiver Devon Smith. He also spreads his passes around, as numerous players caught at least one pass.Most importantly Bolden doesnseem to get rattled easily. Terry and I keep talking about how much fun it will be to watch him develop over the next 3-4 years. Assuming he doesnget injured or decide to leave early! Will Penn State Beat Temple on Saturday?Will Penn State Beat Temple on Saturday?Absolutely! A Blow Out As Usual.33.3%Yes. But It Will Be A Close Win.61.3%No. Temple is Better. The Time Has Come For A Huge Upset2.7%No. Penn State Will Make Too Many Mistakes2.7%Total votes: 111Bolden also showed some running ability, although Coach Paterno didnseem too happy about that! However, he only took out when the field was wide open. Coach Paterno didnseem too concerned about injuries, stating in his post-game comments that Bolden is a tough kid.Overall, a 24-0 shutout should be satisfying. But it wasnt. It felt more like an ugly win. I suppose itpartly a matter of expectations: we expected the Nittany Lions to blowout a MAC team and it didnhappen!The San Diego Chargers jersey
game was mostly disappointing because there were too many mistakes made, whichwould have been much more costly against a different opponent. Now on to Temple next week a dangerous teamthat is 3-0 for the season after a great win at Connecticut. The Owlsmight be tougher than anyone expects! Perhaps with a 3:30 p.m. start, the student section will finally show up and give us somenoise in the first quarter! We'll need it next week. This article also appears on View From the Stands - Penn State Football
2011年1月18日星期二
18 Jan 11 Notre Dame Football Season Outlook: Is All Lost After 1-2 Start?
Jonathan Daniel/Getty ImagesNotre Dame fans have been used to it for the past few years. Inconsistent, flashes-of-brilliance play leading only to yet another end of the game meltdown for a heart-breaking loss. And yet, even with a new coach standing with the clipboard on the sidelines, the Irish found a way to lose Reebok Denver Broncos #15 Tim Tebow Realtree camo Jersey
another last-second thriller. The question for Kelly has been clearly outlined in the past week: is all lost sitting at 1-2 and heading into the "meatiest" part of the schedule? Many would say yes, based on preseason predictions. Anywhere between 8-10 wins were being predicted for Kelly's new squad, and with many question marks and stiff competition facing them in the coming weeks, it's easy to say yes. However, for those level-headed Irish fans, what is the true measure of success in Kelly's first year? After seasons of 3, 6, and 6 wins under Weis for the past three years running, it was easy to expect a dramatic improvement from this team. But then again, all Irish fans knew the strengths and weaknesses of this team before the kickoff of Purdue. In hindsight, all is not lost. Kelly must win at least one of the next three big games in order to have a chance at finishing with a winning record. If they accomplish this feat, the Irish will have to take care of the rest of their schedule in a winning way, which consists of Western Michigan, Tulsa, Army, Navy, Utah, and USC. Getting to the seven-win plateau will be huge for Kelly.Here are some optimistic stats for you. That Holtz guy that lead Notre Dame back to prominence? His first year in South Bend ended at 5-6, his second year finished with an 8-4 record, and his third year on the job ended in perfection at 13-0. Everyone knows how skilled of a coach Kelly really is. Without a doubt, this Irish team will only get better. It's just a matter of how quickly that improvement occurs. The running game has improved, the offensive line looks good, and the cornerbacks are playing at their highest levels. However, on the other hand, the receivers (ahem, Michael Floyd) have taken a step back, the linebackers (besides All-World Manti Te'o) have all been inconsistent, and the depth chartReebok Green Bay Packers #12 Aaron Rodgers Realtree camo Jersey
situation at quarterback poses just a few problems for this team. Let's face it: the Irish failed in the past two games and those were two games that they should have won on paper. But much like the "slogan" of the Weis era, they just didn't get it done. Now, they face a challenge. Will this team bounce back or will they succumb to the criticism, negativity, and down-playing by the rest of the country? Over the course of the next nine games, the biggest difference between Kelly and Weis will be readily visible. Which will it be?
another last-second thriller. The question for Kelly has been clearly outlined in the past week: is all lost sitting at 1-2 and heading into the "meatiest" part of the schedule? Many would say yes, based on preseason predictions. Anywhere between 8-10 wins were being predicted for Kelly's new squad, and with many question marks and stiff competition facing them in the coming weeks, it's easy to say yes. However, for those level-headed Irish fans, what is the true measure of success in Kelly's first year? After seasons of 3, 6, and 6 wins under Weis for the past three years running, it was easy to expect a dramatic improvement from this team. But then again, all Irish fans knew the strengths and weaknesses of this team before the kickoff of Purdue. In hindsight, all is not lost. Kelly must win at least one of the next three big games in order to have a chance at finishing with a winning record. If they accomplish this feat, the Irish will have to take care of the rest of their schedule in a winning way, which consists of Western Michigan, Tulsa, Army, Navy, Utah, and USC. Getting to the seven-win plateau will be huge for Kelly.Here are some optimistic stats for you. That Holtz guy that lead Notre Dame back to prominence? His first year in South Bend ended at 5-6, his second year finished with an 8-4 record, and his third year on the job ended in perfection at 13-0. Everyone knows how skilled of a coach Kelly really is. Without a doubt, this Irish team will only get better. It's just a matter of how quickly that improvement occurs. The running game has improved, the offensive line looks good, and the cornerbacks are playing at their highest levels. However, on the other hand, the receivers (ahem, Michael Floyd) have taken a step back, the linebackers (besides All-World Manti Te'o) have all been inconsistent, and the depth chartReebok Green Bay Packers #12 Aaron Rodgers Realtree camo Jersey
situation at quarterback poses just a few problems for this team. Let's face it: the Irish failed in the past two games and those were two games that they should have won on paper. But much like the "slogan" of the Weis era, they just didn't get it done. Now, they face a challenge. Will this team bounce back or will they succumb to the criticism, negativity, and down-playing by the rest of the country? Over the course of the next nine games, the biggest difference between Kelly and Weis will be readily visible. Which will it be?
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