DomeCast - Stanford Week
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Wednesday, September 22, 2010
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Thursday, September 16, 2010
Irish Land 3 Recruits in Wake of Loss
We all knew the importance of the Michigan game last weekend. Two storied programs battling for the upper-hand in college football history. Rivalry aside, Brian Kelly had much more on his plate this past weekend as multiple high-profile recruits visited the campus to get their dose of Notre Dame. Despite the on-field shortcomings that we witnessed this weekend, Irish faithful have 3 reasons to celebrate today.
Tuesday, September 14, 2010
DomeCast - Michigan State Week
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Thursday, September 9, 2010
Irish Have Fuel for Rivalry Game
Yes, Saturday's match-up against Michigan is just the 2nd game in a 12 game season. Coach Kelly stressed that ND is preparing for this game no differently than any other game, seemingly diminishing the rivalry that exists between these two storied programs. We all know better... and so do the players. Coach Kelly's attempt to keep his players "level-headed" may work, but deep down they know that importance of this game.
Irish players, coaches, and fans need not look far for motivational tidbits to tuck in their helmets for this game. There are many reasons why Notre Dame Nation is filled with angst over the Skunkbears of Ann Arbor. Allow me to get your Irish juices flowing as we near Saturday afternoon's vaunted battle.
Freshman Derek Roback Transfers
True Freshman Derek Roback has decided to take his chances at Ohio University. Roback, a versatile athlete from Waverly, OH, is seeking the opportunity to play under center at the collegiate level. With classmates Andrew Hendrix, Tommy Rees and Luke Massa all battling for the future QB spot, Roback's dream of quarterbacking a team in college was becoming unlikely in South Bend.
Coach Kelly and his staff was utilizing Roback's athleticism at other positions, adding depth to the safety position. Coach Kelly praised Roback's character and wished him well. This transfer marks the 3rd of the Brian Kelly era.
Tuesday, September 7, 2010
DomeCast - Michigan Week
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Monday, September 6, 2010
Friday, September 3, 2010
Wednesday, September 1, 2010
Tuesday, August 31, 2010
Brian Kelly Confirms - Shaq is Leaving
Brian Kelly confirmed today that Shaq Evans is no longer Irish. Evans, who was publicly disappointed with his playing time after his freshman season, found himself burried in the depth chart once again heading into the 2010 season.
DomeCast - Purdue Game Preview
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Wednesday, August 25, 2010
DomeCast - 2010 ND Football Preview
Check out our first podcast! We preview the 2010 ND Football team, discuss our first impressions of the new coaching staff, and make our preseason predictions.
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Monday, August 16, 2010
Wednesday, August 11, 2010
Monday, August 9, 2010
Back to Work - Practice Begins
Video footage of the first practice courtesy of IrishIllustrated.com
Sunday, August 1, 2010
Irish Land 4 Big Recruits in 24 Hours
Following the 11 o-clock commitment of Justice Hayes on Friday morning, Coach Kelly and the Fighting Irish kept the momentum going throughout the day by landing 4-star DE Anthony Rabasa and 3-star CB Jalen Brown. The buck didn't stop there when the 2011 class added the biggest defensive recruit since Manti Teo as Aaron Lynch pledged his commitment to the Fighting Irish. Lynch, a 4 star defensive end with ideal size and nose for the football, served as the book-end of a 4 commitment 24-hour stretch that has the Irish fan base drooling as the 2010 season approaches.
Aaron Lynch, of Cape Coral, FL, chose to spend his college career in South Bend ignoring offers from the Gators, the Seminoles, the Hurricanes and the defending champs. Click here for Lynch's highlight video
Also hailing from Florida, Anthony Rabasa chose ND over the likes of Florida, FSU, and LSU.
Jalen Brown, a defensive back from Irving Texas, chose ND over Nebraska, Wisconsin, and Texas Tech among others. Brown pledged his allegiance to the Irish without evening visiting the campus in South Bend.
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HERE COME THE IRISH!
Friday, July 30, 2010
Dynamic RB Justice Hayes is Irish
Notre Dame's 2011 recruiting class added a major prospect with Grand Blanc, MI running back Justice Hayes pledging his allegiance to the Fighting Irish this morning. This all-purpose back is a perfect fit for the athletic mold that head coach Brian Kelly is forming in South Bend.
Wednesday, July 28, 2010
Thursday, July 22, 2010
"Catholics Vs. Convicts" Rivalry Revisited
The Fighting Irish of Notre Dame and the Miami Hurricanes will rekindle a dormant rivalry on October 6th, 2012 at Soldier Field in Chicago. After a 22 hiatus, this once bitter rivalry will be revisited for a single game in 2012, along with a "home and home" setup for 2016 and 2017.
With an improved Miami team and a new regime in South Bend, I expect this game to live up to the hype.
Thursday, July 1, 2010
Mark May's "Shocking" 2010 Prediction
Mark May shocks himself with his "bold" 2010 prediction.
Monday, June 28, 2010
Councell Makes 12 for Class of 2011
Ben Councell, a 6 foot 5 inch, 225 pound outside linebacker from North Carolina pledged his allegiance to Brian Kelly and the Fighting Irish. Councell's combination of size and speed (he runs a 4.4 second 40 yard dash!) makes him an exciting addition to a class that is shaping up well for Notre Dame.
Sunday, June 27, 2010
Ohio Safety Commits to ND - 11th of 2011 class
Safety Eilar Hardy of Pickerington, Ohio is the 11th commit of the 2011 class for Notre Dame. Check out this kid's athleticism!
Tuesday, June 15, 2010
Notre Dame Owes Texas a "Thank You"
As the Super-conference talk has fizzled, Notre Dame can thank Bevo and the Texas Longhorns for halting a massive regrouping in college football. The formation of 16 team conferences would have undoubtedly threatened ND's independent way of life, likely forcing them to join a conference like the Big-10 before they were left in the wake of massive conference overhauls.
Head Coach Brian Kelly made it clear that he is thankful that Notre Dame's independence will be upheld. “I don't want to be in a Big Ten footprint for recruiting,” said Coach Kelly to ESPN's Bruce Feldman. “I worry about that. I know if we can recruit coast to coast as an independent, I have a better chance of getting the kinds of guys that we need to get here to succeed and still beat (Alabama). That's the key here -- still beat Alabama or whoever is the national champion.”
Irish faithful can now breathe a sigh of relief as their recently shaky independent foundation settles once again. Read more...
Tuesday, June 8, 2010
Monday, June 7, 2010
Incoming Freshman Bennett Jackson Wins N.J. Hurdles Event
Incoming WR Bennett Jackson of Hazlet, NJ won the state 110 hurdles event.
This kid is electric on the football field too! It is not a stretch to imagine Jackson contributing on the field this fall.
Go Irish!
Thursday, June 3, 2010
Report: Spencer Boyd leaving ND
Boyd elected to join the Fighting Irish early, passing up his last semester of High School to participate in spring practice in South Bend. He will remain at Notre Dame until the first academic summer session wraps up at ND. Boyd will likely end up playing his first college football snap for former ND assistant and new South Florida head coach Skip Holtz.
While it is alsways difficult to see someone leave the ND family, it is much less painful when the young man is making a decision like this; to be a better father. Good luck Spencer. Read more...
Friday, May 28, 2010
Tuesday, May 11, 2010
Irish TE Ragone Arrested
Notre Dame Tight End Michael Ragone was arrested Saturday for possession of marijuana on the Indiana toll road after being pulled over for speeding. The university and coach Kelly have yet to decide Ragone's fate, though the infraction will likely result in his absence on the field and in the classroom in South Bend.
Mike Ragone was coming off an impressive spring, capped off by a strong showing at the Blue-Gold game. Projected as the number two TE behind Kyle Rudolph, Ragone was sure to see increased playing time heading into his senior season this fall.
Brian Kelly is now faced with his first opportunity to demonstrate how he will handle off-field issues with his players. Irish fans are watching closely to see how the new coach upholds the high standards set at Notre Dame. While this arrest is the first negative Kelly has had to face at ND, his reaction to this incident will set a tone for his players moving forward, which could be spun to a positive teaching point. While Coach Kelly will certainly have his input as the head coach, much of Ragone's fate lies in the hands of ND's Office of Residence Life.
Irish fans will also be watching how #83 reacts to his mistakes. We can't help but be reminded of Kyle McAlarney, former ND basketball player, who also faced marijuana charges while a student-athlete and was removed from the school (and the basketball program) for a year. McAlarney showed great character by bouncing back from his poor decision through a gut check and hard work. He gained entry back into the university and once again contributed on the hard court. Ragone has previously fought through adversity in his football career at ND, having suffered a torn ACL in 2008 that kept him from action. Hopefully he will recognize his mistakes, correct his behavior, and fight through this trial as well. Read more...
Monday, May 3, 2010
ND Fanpoll: Is This Video Good or Bad for ND?
The release of the following "promotional" video has created quite the buzz among sports fans this past week. It seems that this video has caused many Fighting Irish fans to shake their heads in shame while the roar of laughter continues to spread from gut to gut among ND haters.
Before I continue, take a look for yourself:
Now having viewed this "viral video hit", ask yourself the following question: Is this good or bad for the image of Notre Dame? (VOTE ON THE POLL TO YOUR RIGHT)
It seems that the intent of this video was to demonstrate the fun, "hip" side of ND. However, many would argue that the opposite was accomplished. On the flip side, Darius Walker had this to say about the the video created by an artist named Freekbass:
“As a former student-athlete, I absolutely love this video. I understand that our great university is full of years of tradition which sometimes makes it difficult to change that way of thinking. We are living in a new age of 'entertainment' and regardless of own individual opinions, we have to take note of the changing world and try to position ourselves using the same values our school is built upon. This video is definitely ‘non-traditional’ which is especially good for the sports programs. I can’t remember a time when I even heard an upbeat song or any type of music before a game. This song can be that tool for the sports programs. Ted is not reinventing the wheel, he just put some new tires on it.”
I seem to be torn here. As a lifelong Notre Dame fan I have a hard time not supporting something created for the purpose of promoting the Blue and Gold. That said, as I watched this video I couldn't help but feel embarrassed. I honestly thought the video was a joke. I wasn't the only one laughing. Unfortunately ESPN, Deadspin, EDSBS and many many others had the same reaction.
A facebook group called "Protest "We are ND" video" has popped up in response to this University-endorsed promotion. The group was apparently started by students whom share my feelings of disappointment. The group is barely 4 days old and is well over 3 thousand strong.
How do you feel about the video? Comment on this post and place your vote on the poll to your right.
Fight on Irish.
Saturday, April 24, 2010
Thursday, April 22, 2010
Wednesday, April 21, 2010
Tuesday, April 20, 2010
Thursday, April 15, 2010
Notre Dame Football Practice 4/14/10 - Red Zone Plays
Here's a glimpse of a hard hitting practice at ND.
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Friday, April 9, 2010
Breakdown of Jimmy Clausen's Mechanics
Check out this in-depth breakdwon of Jimmy Clausen's throwing motion.
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Video: Jimmy Clausen's Pro Day
Video created by IrishIllustrated.com
Jimmy Clausen completed 57 of 59 passes as he threw for NFL scout's for the first time since his final game of the 2009 season.
Monday, March 29, 2010
Video: Knute Rockne Spring Football
Did Knute say football interferes with necking and drinking?
Friday, March 26, 2010
Friday, March 19, 2010
Monday, March 15, 2010
Irish Dance to Brey's New Tune
It's amazing how quickly the tables can turn. Rewind to Wednesday February 17th, 2010. The men's Fighting Irish basketball team is slowly walking off the court at Freedom Hall, just having suffered a heartbreaking double-overtime loss to Louisville in a game which likely ended the season for ND. This loss meant the Irish were 3-7 in their last 10 games. To make matters worse, one of the nation's premier scorers, ND's "golden boy" of the hard court Luke Harangody, was out with a knee injury. Needless to say, the ship was sinking fast.
Experts and fans had all but written the Irish off as a non-factor with March Madness quickly approaching. That was before Irish Coach Mike Brey changed the course of the season dramatically. In possibly the greatest coaching move of his career thus far, Coach Brey completely revamped the play-style of his team 3/4's of the way through the season. With the uncertain future of 'Gody, Brey needed to make some drastic changes to salvage their season... fast. No longer was Harangody the centerpiece to this offense, which meant Brey needed to find some "diamonds in the rough". To help this process along, Brey opted to sloooooow the game down on offense and focus of fundamental defense. This would hopefully allow the new role players to adjust easily. But could this really work? Was it too little too late?
With the Fighting Irish earning a 6 seed in the big dance, the effectiveness of Brey's strategy change is evident. It worked. Not only did it get the Irish into the tourney, it sparked a 6 game tear through a difficult season-ending stretch. The Irish fought themselves to the Big East tournament semifinals, losing by just 2 points to WVU. Heading into "Selection Sunday" most expected the Irish to be seeded as a 9, maybe an 8. The Selection Committee made it clear that a special emphasis would be placed on play near the end of the season. This was made validated by the seed that Notre Dame was awarded. The decision-makers obviously took notice to this "new" Irish squad. Can ND be considered a "Sweet 16" sleeper as a 6 seed? Maybe. One thing is certain: if people didn't notice ND's valiant late-season push, the 6 seed will certainly turn some heads. Notre Dame has more than Irish eyes watching them now.
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Thursday, February 18, 2010
Wednesday, February 10, 2010
Andrew Hendrix Highlight Video
Here's the latest highlight video of our top QB recruit, Andrew Hendrix. This kid's arm is considered the strongest of the 2010 class by many. This video also captures Andrew's foot speed.
Welcome to the University of Notre Dame, Andrew!
Wednesday, February 3, 2010
Notre Dame's 2010 Recruiting Class
The 2010 recruiting season is nearly over. As nearly all prospects have solidified their commitments with signed letters of intent, college football fans cna stop facebook stalking 18 year-olds and start speculating about the upcoming season.
Here is a quick snapshot of the signed 2010 class headed to ND.
Wednesday, January 20, 2010
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