Glad this man is gone. Thanks CBS. He will DEFINITELY NOT be receiving an invitation to join us for our 36 in 36 tour. -A
M has secretly liked IMUS in the past. She is now sitting on the fence about him, because she is mildly incensed by his comments. Question #1: Which word do you think was more inflammatory 36 in 36 fans- the word referring to unkempt hair or the word referring to the young ladies personal character? (Remember, students may be reading so answer with tact.)
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Mostly, I feel for C. Vivian Stringer, coach of the Rutger's women's team. In my viewing of women's basketball over time, she
truly
stands out as a woman of character who wants to
develop character (click to listen to interview with PBS Tavis Smiley) in her players. This past season she took a team that started with a 5-5 record at the beginning of the year to a competitor in the national championship game.
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In December she told her players that if they weren't playing like Rutgers athletes, they would no get the rewards of Rutgers athletes and took away their locker-room privileges, laundry services, and any other perks they received until she began seeing them play with drive and desire. She doesn't seem to be the kind of woman who puts up with anything other than her athletes best.
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I must admit that I myself have referred to specific athletes in uncomplimentary ways. I do not know these players personally, only through their actions on the court. It is probably unfair for me to use any uncomplimentary language referring to the character of a person unless I have had specific dealings with the person. So for all of you out there waiting for apologies from me, here it goes: I will no longer make character judgements based solely on a persons athletic endeavors (I do reserve the right to comment on unfair play or underhanded actions viewed on the court).
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Imus, I am down with freedom of speech and press and disappointed that you chose to insult a the players in a program that has been built by such a classy woman when there are so many other worthy candidates for your scorn out there.
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Quote from Stringer's statement to the press after said incident: "Should we not, as adults, send a message of encouragement to young people to aspire to the highest levels as my team did this season?" M and A say yes! Men's tennis here we come with our message of encouragement.
The heat was manageable on Sept 1st for the much anticipated football game. The sun was out, a slight breeze blew periodically, and we were sitting in the Shoe! What more could a couple of girls wish for... ok maybe a few things, but that worked pretty well for us. Here you see A. with husband, splendidly righteous T. Thanks T. for your support in our endeavor!
A. and I would like to announce that we have inducted three new members to our quest. Top left you will see my F-I-L Iron Mike flanked by hubby, the fabulously reverent, B-rent and myself. We strongly suggested at least one piece of OSU attire for Iron Mike hence the hat. Below 
you will see A. and R. who made a two hour? trip just to be included in our quest. They have been following our sports journey from it's inception and have been chomping at the bit to become honorary members. Due to their hard work and diligence their efforts have paid of and they are now official 36 in 36 honorary members!
On to the football game. The Bucks beat the Youngstown State Penguins with a 38-6 victory! The Alumni band performed in the pre-game and halftime shows. What an amazing sight to see 4 script Ohio's being performed simultaneously. I know it seems a lot of time is being given to the marching band but it is undeniable that they are part of the OSU football experience.
