Hiller is Named to All-Freshman Team............

ESPN's Pat Forde named Western Michigan University quarterback, Tim Hiller, to the All-Freshman Team. Here is what Pat had to say about this talented athlete in his story; Strikes and gutter balls on the bowls circuit:

From Bob Knight's hometown of Orrville, Ohio, Hiller became the Broncos' starter at midseason after injury to Ryan Cubit and has been unconscious ever since. Has 20 touchdowns and three interceptions -- and if he'd played enough games, his passer rating of 180.1 would easily lead the country.

ROAD TO THE FINAL FOUR BEGINS.........

Maurice Ager was 7-17 from 3-point range in MSU's recent loss to Gonzaga in the Maui Invitational. He used his "Ager Bombs" to score 36.






This years college basketball season has started with a bang and looks to be an exciting season. Many teams, including Michigan State are slated to take a serious run at the National Championship played this year in Indianapolis.

Along with the favorites, there are smaller universities that are looking to make the tournament and possible become the next "Cinderella" story. These are the stories that make the tournament one of the most exciting events in sports.

Here is a breakdown of teams in the state of Michigan:

UNIVERSITY OF DETROIT MERCY- The Titans are 1-2 overall on the season, 0-0 in the Horizon League. They were recently thumped by Oklahoma State University Cowboys who are 3-0 overall for the season. Detroit began the season 1-0 with a win over the highly touted Rochester College, 80-61. The second game of the season was a close game against the Drake Bulldogs. Detroit played a close game, and was actually tied at halftime with the Bulldogs. In the end, Drake pulled away for a close 69-61 win. It is early in the season for the Titans and Perry Watson will have his team poised to challenge for the Horizon berth. Brandon Cotton is leading the Titans with a scoring average of 16.3 ppg. Up next for the Titans is the Shawnee State Bears.

OAKLAND GOLDEN GRIZZLIES- The Golden Grizzlies have gotten off to a good start and are looking to get back to the NCAA Tournament where they lost to the eventual champion North Carolina Tarheels. The Griz are off to a 2-1 start, 0-0 in the Mid Continent Conference. They have two straight games against St. Peters, 72-69 and Notre Dame College, 102-74. Oakland started the season with a tough loss to , Albany 90-73. The Golden Grizzlies are led by Calvin Wooten's 28.3 ppg. Up next for the Grizzlies is the Duquesne Dukes.

The Mid American Conference has three area teams hoping to make the Big Dance. Eastern, Central, and Western Michigan all look to have successful seasons which would enable them to receive a bid.

EASTERN MICHIGAN EAGLES- Eastern is off to a quick 1-0, 0-0 Mid American Conference, start with a big win over California, 67-65. The loss spoiled the homecoming of Cal coach Ben Braun, who led Eastern Michigan to three NCAA tournament berths during his 11-year tenure. The Eagles are led by John Bowler who led Eastern with 19 points. Up next for the Eagles is North Dakota State.

CENTRAL MICHIGAN CHIPPEWAS- The Chippewas are 1-1, 0-0 Mid American Conference, to start the season. They opened with a loss to Michigan, 87-60. The rebounded with a win against Wisconsin Green-Bay, 67-62. Central is led by Giordan Watson who is averaging 15.5 ppg. Up next for Chippewas is UMKC Kangaroos.

WESTERN MICHIGAN BRONCOS- The Broncos are 1-0, 0-0 Mid American Conference, on the season. The upstart Broncos defeated Northwood Timberwolves, 82-62. The Broncos were led by Andrew Hershberger who had 25 points and 11 rebounds, and Joe Reitz who had 22 points and 11 rebounds. Up next for the Broncos is Northern Iowa.

The two Big Ten teams in the state are off to surprising starts. Here is how they have fared.

MICHIGAN STATE SPARTANS- The Spartans had one roller coasters of a week starting with a 22 point loss to Hawaii, 84-62. Four of the five Spartans suffered from leg cramps that led to this lop sided victory. They then started the Maui Invitational with a win against the Chaminade Silverswords, 89-67. Their next challenge was against #9 ranked Gonzaga. This game was a triple overtime thriller in which the Spartans fell short 109-106. Today the Spartans finished the tournament with a 74-71 overtime win against the #8 ranked Arizona Wildcats. The Spartans are led by Maurice Ager's 25 ppg. The Spartans finished the week 2-2, 0-0 Big Ten. Next up for the Spartans is the IPFW Mastodons.

MICHIGAN WOLVERINES- The Wolverines are off to a 2-0, 0-0 Big Ten, record. They started the season with a win against Central Michigan, 87-60. Next they defeated Boston University, 51-46. The Wolverines are led by Lester Abrams 14.5 ppg. Next up for Michigan is the Butler Bulldogs.

Look for more updates throughout the season!!

Kenny Bloggins

Captions By Kenny 2

It's time again when it is your turn to add a funny caption to an even funnier photo. Try to beat this caption.


"How's my sweaty taint smell?"

It's Great To Be A ???............

I hope you are having a lot of fun Lloyd!!!! You are now 1-4 against coach Tressel, and he has a BCS National Championship to boot!!! The only gutsy call you made in the game Was going for it on fourth and 1. And the only reason you did that is because your star quarterback begged you to let him. I'm sick of this SHIT!!!. Let's finally use the talent and bring home a national championship!!!! Hey, I know, everyone would love to have at least nine wins in the the past couple of seasons. Some may even say, "We are spoiled". Screw that. During the 70's and 80's, Michigan fans were under the Bo Spell. They thought he was god and to this day think that he is a god. By the way, how many national championships did Bo win? Here is a quick answer, "0". Did you ever wonder what his bowl record was? 5-12. That's great. It seems that Michigan fans love mediocrity. Hey as long as you win the Big Ten Title, the season is a success!! I'm sick of it and I'm ready for Michigan to take the next step. If they don't win next year I'm done. And you haters can quote me. I'll burn it all.

Thanks for the vine

Bloggins

Simply The Best.............

In Case you have been living the University Of Michigan National Championship dream and just watching ESPN, I have a little story you may not be aware of; GREG fricken JENNINGS. If this kid doesn't win the Biletnikoff Award than you probably think this country is right for going to war with Iraq. Greg Jennings didn't even get a mention as a pre-season hopeful for the Biletnifoff award. Only now, after an exceptional season is he even being considered. He is the driving force why Western Michigan University is even in the running for the MAC West title and possibly bowl eligible. Let's put his season in perspective

As Info.....

-1st in the nation with 91 receptions

-2nd in the nation with yards 1208

-6th in the nation for the longest for touchdown with a 89 yard reception for touchdown

-1st in the nation in touchdowns with 14 receiving touchdowns

If you still are not a believer, than just read the following line from a game this season:

11 catches, 244 yards, 4 touchdowns.

The closest competition to Greg is Mike Haas from Oregon State. They are a meager 5-5 and on the verge of getting thumped by Oregon. The only stat that he leads Mr. Jennings in is yards, the rest belongs to the Bronco.

I know this may seem like a "homer" hyping up his alma mater. It is more than that. This is a fan representing what is right. If Greg is overlooked by the powers that be, it would be a travesty. He deserves this award!!. If for some reason they give the award to a player in a larger conference, don't worry Greg, we will see you in the NFL.

Rack me.
Kenny Bloggins

Captions By Kenny

It's that time again, well the first time that we add a caption to a funny photo. Since I'm still bitter about last year's rose Bowl Loss to to the Longhorns, I thought I would start by taking a cheapshot at them. Here is my caption, can you beat it?

CAME IN SECOND TO VINCE YOUNG IN A FOOT RACE, BUT BEAT HIM IN A BEST LOOKING CONTEST!!