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Comment on Expansion? The Big Ten Dozen’t need it by Dave

Dave — Sat, 06 Mar 2010 18:38:05 +0000

I’m not against expansion if the team is truly worthwhile, but I’m not in favor of expanding just for the sake of reaching an even number. The school has to be worth it.

I haven’t seen anyone mention Texas A&M as coming along with Texas to the Big Ten. I’d probably be surprised to see that, but who knows. That means, though, that the league would have to find yet another school to reach 14. And at that point, you’re starting to get Big East-unwieldy with the number of teams.

I don’t want to see what the Big Ten is and means watered down, and if there is expansion, I’d want to see one worthwhile school (I don’t think there are three worthwhile ones, in terms of athletics and academics) or nothing at all.

And, really, I’m perfectly fine with nothing at all. If I had to guess, I’d wager that the league ends up standing pat. But we’ll see …

Comment on Expansion? The Big Ten Dozen’t need it by Dallon Christensen

Dallon Christensen — Sat, 06 Mar 2010 15:54:03 +0000

Dave, I don’t think we’d have to worry about Texas having “ties” to the Big 12. Because of politics, Texas A&M will come with Texas should Texas decide to join the Big 10. That just leaves Oklahoma, and they can play that game as a non-conference game anyway. The game will eventually move from the Cotton Bowl to Cowboys Stadium, so the current link to the Texas State Fair will be a non-issue.

I think there are enough reasons for Texas to make the jump, and they are not all athletic. If I’m the president of UT, I am looking at the academic partnerships with schools of the Big Ten. Simply put, the Big Ten has better schools than the Big 12.

I don’t necessarily agree with you about adding another team. The ratings and money from a football conference championship game are enough to add the 12th team, as well as eliminating the bad practice of one team always having a bye during the conference season.

Comment on Anchors Aweigh at Sinatra’s favorite Chicago joint by Dave

Dave — Sun, 17 Jan 2010 05:35:57 +0000

Why, thank you, Kathy And I’d certainly defer to Frank in any type of fandom on any level. Ha. Check out Twin Anchors some time, I’m pretty sure you’d love it.

Comment on Anchors Aweigh at Sinatra’s favorite Chicago joint by Kathy Novotney

Kathy Novotney — Sat, 16 Jan 2010 15:29:39 +0000

As big of a fan as I am of your writing, I’m even more so of Frank Sinatra and his music. I will have to try those ribs sometimes, because I too, love ribs. Awesome column!

Comment on Wisch Lists are for New Year’s by Kathy Novotney

Kathy Novotney — Sat, 02 Jan 2010 16:10:44 +0000

Wow, I totally know that I’ve joined the ranks of the real world when I too, wanted only a microwave for Christmas. I also know someone on the upcoming bachelor, but that doesn’t make me old…

Comment on A Movember to Remember by Dan

Dan — Sun, 20 Dec 2009 17:32:00 +0000

Your ’stache is coming along fine. You do look like a cop, perhaps Emilio Estevez in the “Stakeout” movies.

Comment on A Movember to Remember by Wisch List - Chronicling Chicago (and other stuff) since 2002 … | Testicular Cancer

Sat, 05 Dec 2009 15:42:11 +0000

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Comment on Hair Ye, Hair Ye … Movember is here by Jeff Tatro

Jeff Tatro — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 03:51:08 +0000

Way to go Dave “Rollie Fingers” Wischnowsky!

Comment on Halfway gone? Myself … and Ron Zook by B RIck

B RIck — Sat, 17 Oct 2009 20:06:34 +0000

Wish-

I could not agree with you anymore… it has become a shame to wear the orange and blue. No matter where you go or who you talk to in the Big 10, they are excited about their recruits and their seasons… we are just still sitting scratchin our heads sayin How can we improve for next year.. and we are only 5 weeks into the season… well 6 now.. but its a really sad time for the Illini and I agree.. kick start the computers… i think its time for the Official FIRERONZOOK.com site to be up and fully functional… And the REALLY dishearting feeling is what QUALITY coach wants to come attempt to lift this pheniox from these ashes? they may get a herniated disc. Good to see you are still kickin it solid. Ottawa Football is done, Illini Football is done, at least I still got those BeaRs!

Comment on My Life in Chicargo by Jaclyn

Jaclyn — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 13:40:31 +0000

1) I literally laughed aloud at your drug bust story.

2) I got my Mazda 3 in November. Her name is Bridget, and I love her. Good call. You need to name your car.