Sooners News Daily 4.18.16
Posted on: April 18, 2016
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Why the Oklahoma #Sooners' secondary could be the team's best unit in 2016 | @Joe_Buettner https://t.co/Arq7I2jbhF pic.twitter.com/1xMWSevUCV
— SportsDayDFW (@SportsDayDFW) April 15, 2016
I've currently got the two Oklahoma schools 1 and 2 in my B12 power rankings for 2016: https://t.co/j7HA0EYpjh
— Captain Bruisin, cruise director (@Ian_A_Boyd) April 15, 2016
Despite some butterflies, Texas freshman Shane Buechele makes his case in QB competition while giving fans hope.https://t.co/1AMV9QIkYx
— Chuck Carlton (@ChuckCarltonDMN) April 17, 2016
Via @jjhelsley: Big recruits stop in, defense dominates & more #OKstate spring game notes (https://t.co/U27wmgIHPw) pic.twitter.com/t02TxYVEDC
— Kyle Fredrickson (@kylefredrickson) April 17, 2016
SOURCE: #WVU kicker Josh Lambert, a former Lou Groza Award finalist, ruled ineligible for first 3 games: https://t.co/kclQwhUTCB
— Bruce Feldman (@BruceFeldmanCFB) April 16, 2016
Blind USC long-snapper Jake Olson snaps for 2 spring game FGs. https://t.co/nGLA0F7rTY
— Yahoo Sports (@YahooSports) April 17, 2016
Um, wow.
Official attendance for #OhioState spring game:100,189–a new record.
— Bruce Feldman (@BruceFeldmanCFB) April 16, 2016
GYMNASTICS
#madeitcOUnt – Oklahoma Wins its Second NCAA Title in Program History. RECAP/HIGHLIGHTS/PHOTOS: https://t.co/t1AFSpvtBI #GymU
— Oklahoma Women's Gym (@OU_WGymnastics) April 17, 2016
Perfect 10th! #Sooners Repeat as National Champions. #GymU
RECAP/HIGHLIGHTS/PHOTOS: https://t.co/ZG4jCaxHiw pic.twitter.com/qUiKpEnvKr— Oklahoma Men's Gym (@OU_MGymnastics) April 17, 2016
The #Sooners reflect on their national championship night. WATCH ➡️ https://t.co/Y4XY0ngl8P #madeitcOUnt #GymU pic.twitter.com/7ori4594Gj
— Oklahoma Women's Gym (@OU_WGymnastics) April 17, 2016
We going back-to-back… 🏆🏆 #GymUhttps://t.co/f6wlbFfVNx
— Oklahoma Men's Gym (@OU_MGymnastics) April 17, 2016
Oklahoma women end Florida's 3-year title run in NCAA gymnastics https://t.co/X7g6bkVebX @apschuyler
— AP Top 25 (@AP_Top25) April 17, 2016
Oklahoma gymnastics brought home its 1st solo national title. How the Sooners won it all: https://t.co/F8L2ewaruF pic.twitter.com/kglcfFc6wQ
— espnW (@espnW) April 17, 2016
#GymU OU the first school to win both men's & women's gymnastics titles in same season ➡️ https://t.co/e829n2iTIv pic.twitter.com/Ekst0sMmDq
— Oklahoma Sooners (@OU_Athletics) April 17, 2016
OTHER
It’s Monday, the sky is still blue, water is still wet and, of course, Texas still sucks.
Recap & Photos – #Sooners finish sweep of Texas with 5-3 win: https://t.co/4sYSLGz2vA pic.twitter.com/bGJSrGBat7
— Oklahoma Softball (@OU_Softball) April 16, 2016
Seems like every time I start to think this team may have figured things out….
Final: No. 7 TCU 2, Oklahoma 0. Sooners fall short in finale; swept in series. pic.twitter.com/LhGS7BxtFA
— Oklahoma Baseball (@OU_Baseball) April 16, 2016
The #Sooners wrapped up the Clemson Invitational with five races on Sunday morning.
RECAP: https://t.co/2kGURoSi8D pic.twitter.com/80KgTsq4hq
— Oklahoma Rowing (@OU_Rowing) April 17, 2016
The new @USATODAYsports annual database of NCAA Division I public school athletics spending and revenue is out: https://t.co/aANP5Fp3Kf
— Steve Berkowitz (@ByBerkowitz) April 17, 2016
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V6-5hWways0
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CgwinbYL1eM
112 Comments
Boomer (first).
SOONER!!!!!!!!!!!!
BOOMER!!!!!!!!!!!!
SOONER!!
Forever! ! !
Sooner! ! ! !
Sooner!!!
Is it football season yet?
Lots to celebrate this weekend. Then there is the baseball team.
Never understood the hire of Pete Hughes.
He must have interviewed rather well. Some guys interview so good that I’ve been sucked into thinking,”if they had my company behind them, they’d be a huge success.” Maybe his lackluster results prior to Oklahoma had less to do with where he coached or what tools he was given.
I’ve always said the same about Lane Kiffin. He must interview extremely well or just compile a file to blackmail his future employer.
Hughs was hired because of his record as a coach who’s was publicly active in the community with charities and community projects, while also being competitive with his team.
Maybe Castigleone was simply desperate and chose the first guy to say ‘yes’ .. it happened with Donnie Duncan & Howard Schnellenberger. Just history repeating itself………a bad decision on JC’s part similar to the allowance of so much nepotism within the OU programs……………….
Joe C didn’t hire Duncan or Schnelly. Nepotism with the OU programs? WTH? Final four in Basketball and Football. National Championships in both mens and womens gymnastics. A recent national title in Softball and a fantastic coach there. Did you mean to say Excellence? Because that’s what that is.
You mis-read my comment. I didn’t say JC hired either Duncan or Schnellenberger.
You put those two names in the same sentence along with Castigleone for one thing. But you made this statement, “a bad decision on JC’s part similar to the allowance of so much nepotism within the OU programs.” Which sounds like you are talking current. Which is absurd based on all the success I quoted. Excellence. So it seems you misread my comment sir.
On the NCAA revenues, where do these 7 figure subsidies come from?
I am pretty sure the subsidies are fees that are added to student cost of attendance. Makes me sick that this is happening while tuition costs are skyrocketing.
Yes, I do believe you are right.
There is a link at the bottom of the list of schools that will take you to the explanation of what is involved.
I’m pretty sure it comes from the overall school budget.
I love the Monday morning censorship video.
Good morning all! That Sterling Shepard Video gave me chills! That fade against Tennessee still gets me every time!
Its been quiet for a few days, hope there’s a “BOOM” soon. Boomer!
Sooner!
So, Lamb doesn’t have the OU banner at the top of his twitter page anymore. A thing or no?
Sooner Ray, do you have any idea who this is? Looks like Parker retweeted it:
https://twitter.com/CB_Heisman18/status/721926040805777409
Curtis Bolton.
Oh, okay!
Good morning, sir!
Sometimes the thought of cracking an egg is too much. I’ve put it off as long as I can: my desire to have an omelet is too strong.
since LSU is his ‘favorite’ growing up and he now has a LSU offer , then no, no surprise. probably a question of when rather than ‘if…………..
He’s had the offer buddy.
I have also seen it reported that LSU is not willing to take him right now because they have other kids higher on their board. If LSU was to accept his commitment I am hearing it would be late summer at the earliest and maybe not until they loose out on 2 other kids. (This could go all the way to signing day.)
Not just that but it doesn’t say Oklahoma commit anymore either.
Does still have 4⭐Ou21 though
That doesnt sound good but at least on Rivals hes still listed as an OU commit.
Lamb is an outstanding hs receiver and was really working well w/ Robison at a camp so would not be happy about losing the kid to LSU. But OU is holding some other great hs WRs at arms length. Lamb is not irreplaceable. Am sure the staff is in his ear and reading whether he is ‘in’ or not.
That was kinda my thought. The way some of this stuff has worked out over the last few years. The split was somewhat mutual after everything was said and done. I have no information in this case, just sayin’.
Was able to get over to the Fort Worth Covention Center to watch the women’s gymnastics this weekend. My two daughters are in gym so we thought they would enjoy it. It was an incredible experience. We were able to visit with some of the parents and our girls were able to meet a few girls from the team. The competition for the championship was tough but we pulled it out. BOOMER SOONER!!!
terrific accomplishment for both the guys and gals squads…..
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Thanks Sterling for so many big plays.
He bought it when it mattered the most! The game sealing td at Notre Dame, end around against Bama, and the dive & fade at Tennessee.
Good morning all.
Joe C grinning big in that picture with the ladies. No pic with the men? Hmmm…Or maybe JE not as interested in posting that one?
It’s hard to be in two places at once.
JC enjoys sharing the ‘moment’ that others have earned……..
He’s the frickin’ athletic director — he is responsible for the athletic department. What the hell are you talking about?
JC has done an OUtstanding job overall at OU. He’s “earned” a little of the spotlight for himself. Very, very few athletic programs are having success comparable to OU. Who would you rather have in his place? Mike Perrin? Mike Holder??? LOL
I like JC as OU AD ; he could stay out of the limelight more and let those who have won national titles bask in the glow while he stays in the background….I have no issues with JC other than allowing too many relatives of the HC’s to be hired as assistants / non paid assistants, etc….
Hmm. Let’s see. Two gymnastics meets on same nite. One in Ohio one in Ft Worth. One with the guys (who won last year) and with the ladies (who are expected to win this year). Toughie and great ‘problem’ to have. But the flame cooked steaks and the pretty ladies n Cowtown…. I think Joe C picked just fine. And he had a big part in that success… From coach to facilities to funds for the team, well played Joe!!
So have we been skunked on commitments since the Spring Game?
Really? Why are most OU fans spoiled brats?
Why are you a tool?
Are you lost? Maybe someone can help you find your way back to Stillwater, cowpoke.
Are you lost? Maybe someone can help you find your way back to Stillwater, cowpoke.
We’ve been skunked into 2nd place thus far nationally with current committs. Class with all but a very few players who are less than 4*.
Really looking forward to watching Sterling tear it up in the NFL!
IF he is lucky, his career will be with the Steelers in Pittsburgh ( although I don’t think he’ll last to the Steelers #2nd rd pick )……
You’re right. He’ll be gone after their 25th pick in the first round. I’ve obviously got Crimson blinders on, but the kid is a stud and if he were two inches taller the world would be all over him. We’ve all seen what he can do which is why none of us view his height as an issue. I would love for him to go to a team with an established #1 receiver and a solid QB. I hate when our boys go to teams with ass around them (Kenny Stills and Miami) so they don’t end up doing much.
Interesting read…Can college athletics continue to spend like this? at http://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/college/2016/04/17/ncaa-football-basketball-power-five-revenue-expenses/83035862/
Note the quote from Cincinnati’s CFO, “On a dollar basis, Cincinnati’s athletics program is one of the most heavily subsidized at a Division I public school, receiving nearly $23.2 million from the university in 2015. But it also is being creative in cutting costs. Omar Banks, the department’s chief financial officer, says revenues are expected to decline in future years for complicated reasons having to do with the breakup of the old Big East, UC’s tenure in the American Athletic Conference and how units of revenue from the NCAA men’s basketball tournament are being distributed”.
We need to stay away from problem schools like this.
Also, check out top revenue schools at http://sports.usatoday.com/ncaa/finances/
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What on earth is going on at TAM? Their revenue was ridiculous last year.
The extra revenue is probably from those two national championships they won in football in the summer of 2012.
Seriously though, now maybe now they can remove the fee they were adding on top of the tuition of every single student enrolled for the construction cost of their new stadium.
Raise prices,more fees = more revenue. What are the expenses?
There are a lot of bandwagon Texan fans who flip flop with the trends. A&M has been a “sexy” team ever since they left to the SEC. This year they’ll have to earn it to keep that shine.
This will be the year Texas A&M sinks and implodes in the SEC.
It looks like the significant increase in their revenue came mostly from contributions from their fans.
Delusional fans who thought Kyler Murray was going to win them the natty last year.
Exactly
I’m not sure I buy that. Their income rose over 70%! How many millions would they have donated to get there? And I’m not sure donations even count towards revenue here. Otherwise, OU’s would have skyrocketed last year with the donations towards the stadium renovations.
Well if you go onto the website Jordan provided and click on AtM, it gives you a break down on their incoming revenue. From 2014 to 2015 there was $55,750,322 increase in contributions. That is definitely where the large gain was. There was also a $9 million increase in ticket sales and about $10 million increase in lincensing.
Didn’t see the link, thanks. Wow, they really were clueless last year, huh?
Yeah lol, looks like they expected a championship.
Sigh. They keep making it harder and harder to root for TK9 next year. Oh well, here’s hoping Trevor somehow averages a 65% complete rate and 5:1 TD:INT while the Ags still lose every game next year (except Bama).
No doubt. Id love to see trevor have a great year, but the Ags be as bad as possible. Definitely will be rooting for them to beat Bama!
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Did they ever back out of putting 75 million dollars of their 500+ million stadium expansion on the backs of their students in the form of fees? And also rasing student ticket prices by a lot?
Sure, their revenue might be high, but lets talk NET….
OU would never be that irresponsible with an expansion (over 1/2 billion? Really?) and never, ever expect the students or the taxpayer to pay for it.
Folks, this guy is worth the watch. I hope this helps you as much as it’s helped me.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cdT-gYSYO7s
Don’t know if you saw this but it was one of Ty Darlington’s articles from his blog. It talked about burnout after the A$M game and coming together.
https://tydarlington.wordpress.com/2016/04/02/two-teams-one-dream/
Link?
I’ve always enjoyed Ian Boyd’s writing, even when he was a regular at Barking Carnival. He’s the most level-headed of the Texas dudes.
Sooner’s sign volleyball player to rowing schol
http://www.auburnjournal.com/article/4/17/16/brave-new-world-placer-volleyballer-lexi-angleton-commits-oklahoma-rowing
Erin Miller has a slight lead. Please take a moment to give her your support.
https://twitter.com/OU_Softball/status/722084962275471360
I noticed while Watching the Shepard footage that OUr QBs have always under thrown receivers !
That’s a pretty good observation. I remember how the TV guys always commended Landry for throwing a perfect ball to back shoulder, so “only his receivers can get it.” I remember one guy even said it on a pass 40 yards downfield to a wide-open receiver. Had it not gone to the back shoulder, the receiver would have housed it. I always get a chuckle thinking about that one.
If the WR catches it, it was a back shoulder throw…if incomplete, the WR should have had it…if intercepted, the WR wasn’t on the same page….
Wouldn’t it be great to be able to mostly make stuff up on the fly and get paid well to do so?
And never, ever be held accountable if you are wrong half the time?
Jenny Carlson, is that you?
Good answer….I was thinking Hillary!
I’m sooooooo much better looking!
Riley says it’s better to under throw and give the receiver a chance rather than overthrow it and have no chance.
Sterling played at a high level from freshman to senior year with 4 different QB’s. Jones, Bell, Knight, and Mayfield. Simply amazing. One of the greats.
Maybe my blatant homerism showing, but that stretch vs UTenn where he took over the game w/ Mayfield and made those ridiculOUs catches for the win… gotta be one of the best performances for a wide receiver anywhere, anytime. THAT is Sooner Magic.
I sure hope someone’s called CeeDee and asked what happened over the weekend in the OP!
It’s hard to imagine a good receiver wanting to leave a committment to a passing school, to committ to a school that rarely throws, and when it does its rarely successful. Lets see, I want to commit to a school that the school rarely passes, check. I want to commit to a school that rarely has a good QB, check. I want to commit to a school that has a coach that is crazy and is barely holding on to his job, check.
There is the matter of nfl pay checks to consider
And lsu is getting receivers paid… Ou really ismt
People go with their hearts, too, and Lamb grew up an LSU fan.
I have to ask myself, if I had been a recruit during Blake’s tenure, would I have rationally gone elsewhere given what a white-hot mess OU was? Or would I still come to OU because I can’t imagine playing for anyone else? And if I’m honest, I have to conclude the latter.
Is Lamb as much of an LSU fan as I am OU fan? Probably not. So it just depends where on the spectrum he sits.
LSU put a lot of emphasis on passing the ball in their Spring Game…
For LSU “lot of emphasis” could be fashioned as relative.
Gonna miss watching Shepard zigging and zagging. Turning discombobulated defenders around. It’s like a work of art watching him run his routes.
…. Sterling’s story..always worth another look. Really gonna miss him…..
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fIHOkBgLc58
I could only think about how much I’m going to miss Shep while watching that video… so many good memories!
It’ s Monday. It’s raining. AND it’s TAX DAY. I, for one, could use a Sooner BOOM.
Was busy all weekend, so congrats to both Gym teams on their national titles, boomer!!
SOONER!
OU Coaches hitting the road http://www.scout.com/college/oklahoma/story/1662031-ou-coaches-hitting-the-road
Well OP IS UP!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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