Butler plays Detroit to close out the regular season. Although the game is meaningless in the Horizon League standings it is meaningful in other ways. The Bulldogs need to continue to win to repair the damage caused by the Drake loss. Any other loss especially to a team that is struggling could drop Butler to a 6th or 7th seed in the NCAA Tournament. Detroit record is 7-21 (3-14). Also, the Bulldogs will have a week off. A win will help carry momentum into the Horizon League semifinal game. Hopefully the bench players will get to play to give the starters a break.
Go, Dawgs!!!
Friday, February 29, 2008
Pics from WSU game last night
Willie Veasley
Avery Jukes
Matt Howard
Mike Green
A.J. Graves
Photos by Liz Goerlitz, Dawgnet photographer
For more pictures, check out Dawgnetnews.com and www.collegefanz.com
Avery Jukes
Matt Howard
Mike Green
A.J. Graves
Photos by Liz Goerlitz, Dawgnet photographer
For more pictures, check out Dawgnetnews.com and www.collegefanz.com
Lady Dawgs win in Youngstown
The Bulldogs defeated Youngstown State on the road 61-60 last night to improve their Horizon League record to 8-8. The Dawgs are currently sitting at fifth in the conference and have played one more game than the four teams in front of them.
They have two games to try to improve their tournament seeding, including a road game against Cleveland State on Saturday. Green Bay has already clinched the HL regular season championship, but Milwaukee and Cleveland State possess 9-6 records with three games left.
Let's hope they do better in Cleveland than our guys did.
Go Dawgs!
They have two games to try to improve their tournament seeding, including a road game against Cleveland State on Saturday. Green Bay has already clinched the HL regular season championship, but Milwaukee and Cleveland State possess 9-6 records with three games left.
Let's hope they do better in Cleveland than our guys did.
Go Dawgs!
W2U game
It feels sooooo good to beat Wright State for the HL regular season championship. Over the past two years I've developed quite an intolerance for that team and their fans. Thank you Dawgs for finally shutting them up.
Now we just have to make it through the HL tournament.
Now we just have to make it through the HL tournament.
Thursday, February 28, 2008
ESPN stuff
ESPN asked me to manage a blog about Butler basketball on www.collegefanz.com. So, when you're done reading our glorious posts here, stop over and give me some support on the other blog.
Big Game Tongiht & Blue II Videos
The Butler Bulldogs play Wright State tonight at 9:00 at Hinkle. This is a huge game for several reasons. One, the Bulldogs need to make a statement after the Saturday's loss to Drake. Two, the Wright State is the only team in the Horizon League the Bulldogs have not beat this season. Third, a victory tonight will guarantee the Horizon League Tournament quarterfinals and semifinals will take place in Hinkle. Butler has already secured the #2 seed in the Horizon League tournament and thus has a bye until the semifinal round.
Blue II Videos
1. Destroys a Wright State Raider
2. Destroys a cardboard box with Spike, the Drake Bulldog in it
Blue II Videos
1. Destroys a Wright State Raider
2. Destroys a cardboard box with Spike, the Drake Bulldog in it
Wednesday, February 27, 2008
Mike Green
Q. WSU has beaten you three out of the last four games and took the HL tournament last year. So, is there any extra importance with this game for you, especially to win the HL regular season? Will the game be a vindication for the Drake loss and past losses to WSU?
"The game on Thursday is very important for both teams, with a win we can clinch first place in the conference. In my opinion this is the most important game of the year. We all made goals at the beginning of the year, and winning conference was at the top of the list. This game would bring us another step closer."
Mike Green
"The game on Thursday is very important for both teams, with a win we can clinch first place in the conference. In my opinion this is the most important game of the year. We all made goals at the beginning of the year, and winning conference was at the top of the list. This game would bring us another step closer."
Mike Green
Tuesday, February 26, 2008
BracketBuster Thoughts and Rankings
Monday, February 25, 2008
In case anyone missed the e-mail...
"To The Butler Community:
Last Saturday we had an opportunity to showcase Butler University and Butler basketball to a national television audience. The environment at Hinkle Fieldhouse for the match-up of two “Top 25” teams was electric and the enthusiasm of the fans when the teams took the floor was breathtaking. Both teams played a very competitive game, and the effort of the players reflected positively on both institutions. Unfortunately, the actions by a few fans late in the game were less than positive. Throwing objects on the floor and yelling profanities is simply unacceptable. Those actions reflect poorly on our team, our athletic program and the university as a whole. Our team strives to represent Butler University in the best possible way, and our fans always have done the same. We want to hear you cheering, and we’re inspired by your support. But it’s important to do it in a first class manner that reflects positively on your team, on your school and on yourself. We have something special here. Let’s show that the Butler Way is more than a phrase with our actions. Please come out and pack Hinkle again this week and cheer for the Bulldogs in our final two regular season games against Wright State and Detroit.
Brad Stevens
Head Coach"
Last Saturday we had an opportunity to showcase Butler University and Butler basketball to a national television audience. The environment at Hinkle Fieldhouse for the match-up of two “Top 25” teams was electric and the enthusiasm of the fans when the teams took the floor was breathtaking. Both teams played a very competitive game, and the effort of the players reflected positively on both institutions. Unfortunately, the actions by a few fans late in the game were less than positive. Throwing objects on the floor and yelling profanities is simply unacceptable. Those actions reflect poorly on our team, our athletic program and the university as a whole. Our team strives to represent Butler University in the best possible way, and our fans always have done the same. We want to hear you cheering, and we’re inspired by your support. But it’s important to do it in a first class manner that reflects positively on your team, on your school and on yourself. We have something special here. Let’s show that the Butler Way is more than a phrase with our actions. Please come out and pack Hinkle again this week and cheer for the Bulldogs in our final two regular season games against Wright State and Detroit.
Brad Stevens
Head Coach"
Sunday, February 24, 2008
A Letter from Spike to the Officials
Dear Don Daily, Kip Kissinger and Jerry Heater,
Thank you for the excellent job you did on Saturday officiating the game. You had a mission to ensure that we, the Missouri Valley, team won the game and you did it perfectly. I was very impressed that you never changed course despite the abundant displeasure expressed by the sellout crowd. Without every single questionable call or no call going our way, I know we would not have won the game. I have sent a letter to the Missouri Valley Conference recommending that you receive a bonus for your fine work. I have also put each of you on my Christmas card list. I will be sending you a Christmas card with a $1,000 check in it to each of you later this year.
Love,
Spike
Mascot, Drake University
Note: This is for humor only.
Thank you for the excellent job you did on Saturday officiating the game. You had a mission to ensure that we, the Missouri Valley, team won the game and you did it perfectly. I was very impressed that you never changed course despite the abundant displeasure expressed by the sellout crowd. Without every single questionable call or no call going our way, I know we would not have won the game. I have sent a letter to the Missouri Valley Conference recommending that you receive a bonus for your fine work. I have also put each of you on my Christmas card list. I will be sending you a Christmas card with a $1,000 check in it to each of you later this year.
Love,
Spike
Mascot, Drake University
Note: This is for humor only.
Mike Green
"The atmosphere Saturday was great and it sucks to not be able to pull it out. Luckily for us that lost is not a set back toward what we are trying to accomplish. We are playing for a conference championship. That game for me personally will be hard to swallow because of the decision I made toward the end. I will go back and watch film and keep working to get better."
Mike Green
Mike Green
Saturday, February 23, 2008
Heartbreak
Every time the Dawgs lose at home it breaks my heart. But, we played a good game. We stopped scoring for about a five-minute period in the last 10 minutes of the game, and you can't do that against top-ranked teams. Drake's an outstanding team, and they can go far in the NCAA tourney.
Hopefully we'll apply what we learned today in the upcoming Wright State game, and carry some momentum into the HL tourney.
On a side note, I really don't appreciate Butler fans swarming toward the exit with 30 seconds left in the game just because the team lost. Of course we want to beat the crowd out of the gates and try to get out of the parking lot, but in reality at a sold-out game, you're not going anywhere in a hurry. Those guys deserve better support from us. They've given us so much, it's the least that we could do for them.
I also don't like the sportsmanship that many Butler fans are displaying. I realize that we want to intimidate our opponents when they play in Hinkle, but throwing stuff on the court while the game's in progress, needing security guards and police officers to protect the Drake fans, and the chantings of "you suck" and all the booing that happened before the game even started really reflects poorly on our university. We can certainly intimidate our opponent without being assholes.
I wonder if there's any truth behind crusaderguy08's claims about the types of fans that the Butler team draws.
Please don't take any of this personally, and let me know if you're seeing the same things that I am, or if you have a different perspective on this.
Hopefully we'll apply what we learned today in the upcoming Wright State game, and carry some momentum into the HL tourney.
On a side note, I really don't appreciate Butler fans swarming toward the exit with 30 seconds left in the game just because the team lost. Of course we want to beat the crowd out of the gates and try to get out of the parking lot, but in reality at a sold-out game, you're not going anywhere in a hurry. Those guys deserve better support from us. They've given us so much, it's the least that we could do for them.
I also don't like the sportsmanship that many Butler fans are displaying. I realize that we want to intimidate our opponents when they play in Hinkle, but throwing stuff on the court while the game's in progress, needing security guards and police officers to protect the Drake fans, and the chantings of "you suck" and all the booing that happened before the game even started really reflects poorly on our university. We can certainly intimidate our opponent without being assholes.
I wonder if there's any truth behind crusaderguy08's claims about the types of fans that the Butler team draws.
Please don't take any of this personally, and let me know if you're seeing the same things that I am, or if you have a different perspective on this.
Friday, February 22, 2008
Now something fun...
I really don't have much to say about the team at this point in the season, but I was wondering who's everybody's favorite player?
Dawg Pounders, maybe you could work something out where we rally in groups for our favorite players during the Horizon Leagure tournament coming up... maybe have a group sitting together that goes bananas when A.J. hits a shot or makes a great play. I don't know, but we have some planning to do since the tourney's in our backyard.
On to business -- My favorite player has got to be Mike Green.
Before Mike, we really struggled for leadership within the offense and as a team. Avery Sheets was a great player, but he wasn't nearly as explosive and as clutch as Mike has proven to be in tough games. I'm sorry Avery. You were a great player, and I appreciate all the effort you left on the court.
Mike's also a great person... at least he appears to be from my limited interaction with him. When I approached him about the blog, he said 'sure' without a hesitation and has consistently responded every time I've asked him to. Every time I've talked with him one-on-one he's been great.
Brandon Crone also really grew on me last year with his great play late in the season, but I digress.
So, you have my two cents, give me yours! Who's your favorite? And the entire team is a great answer too.
Dawg Pounders, maybe you could work something out where we rally in groups for our favorite players during the Horizon Leagure tournament coming up... maybe have a group sitting together that goes bananas when A.J. hits a shot or makes a great play. I don't know, but we have some planning to do since the tourney's in our backyard.
On to business -- My favorite player has got to be Mike Green.
Before Mike, we really struggled for leadership within the offense and as a team. Avery Sheets was a great player, but he wasn't nearly as explosive and as clutch as Mike has proven to be in tough games. I'm sorry Avery. You were a great player, and I appreciate all the effort you left on the court.
Mike's also a great person... at least he appears to be from my limited interaction with him. When I approached him about the blog, he said 'sure' without a hesitation and has consistently responded every time I've asked him to. Every time I've talked with him one-on-one he's been great.
Brandon Crone also really grew on me last year with his great play late in the season, but I digress.
So, you have my two cents, give me yours! Who's your favorite? And the entire team is a great answer too.
Something of interest
Jon Burkett left this comment on Mike Green's post. Ya'll might find this interesting --
"Team DDB,
Amy Hyerczyk profiled Butler for us on Basketball University. Check it out:
http://mvn.com/basketballuniversity/2008/02/21/profiling-the-field-butler/
Would appreciate a plug plus your feedback on the site!"
"Team DDB,
Amy Hyerczyk profiled Butler for us on Basketball University. Check it out:
http://mvn.com/basketballuniversity/2008/02/21/profiling-the-field-butler/
Would appreciate a plug plus your feedback on the site!"
Drew Streicher on First Take
Drew Streicher was the next player to be interviewed on ESPN 2's First Take. Along with a phone interview with Drake's Klayton Korver, both players were asked similar questions concerning their previous games, what they are looking forward to in Saturday's bracketbuster and their career thus far, in basketball.
Check out the video here
Preview for Saturday's game(s)
The girls play their Detroit(4-20, 1-12) this Saturday at noon for their fourth to last game of the season. They lost their last two games against UWisconsin-Green Bay and Wright State (last night's late in the second half loss 65-60). The team is 16-9 for the season, 6-8 in the Horizon League (putting them in seventh place).
The men, of course, are taking on the Drake Bulldogs for the Bracketbuster game at
5 p.m. on ESPN 2. The "battle of the bulldogs" is what the game has been called by many sports spectators. Drake and Butler have also been compared very similarly, they are both ranked mid-majors with similar game plans. The game will be without a doubt, a challenge. We are just lucky that we have home court advantage.
Check out the video here
Preview for Saturday's game(s)
The girls play their Detroit(4-20, 1-12) this Saturday at noon for their fourth to last game of the season. They lost their last two games against UWisconsin-Green Bay and Wright State (last night's late in the second half loss 65-60). The team is 16-9 for the season, 6-8 in the Horizon League (putting them in seventh place).
The men, of course, are taking on the Drake Bulldogs for the Bracketbuster game at
5 p.m. on ESPN 2. The "battle of the bulldogs" is what the game has been called by many sports spectators. Drake and Butler have also been compared very similarly, they are both ranked mid-majors with similar game plans. The game will be without a doubt, a challenge. We are just lucky that we have home court advantage.
Tuesday, February 19, 2008
Mike Green
"I don't know anything about Drake, other than what everyone else knows. UIC is the next game and that's all I'm concerned with right now. As far as the season goes I haven't had much time to set back and reflect. Time is flying and all I seem to think about the end, which we all hope is April the 7th."
Mike Green
Mike Green
Monday, February 18, 2008
Dawgnet Article
Last Week I mentioned that I was writing an article for Dawgnet on an experiment that occurred last Thursday and again last Saturday. The athletic department started playing canned (recorded) music during 30 second timeouts. You can read my reaction to this experiment here. Please post your thoughts and reactions. Which is better, band or canned music?
Sunday, February 17, 2008
Saturday's Games
Men
Cleveland State 46
Butler 51
The Bulldogs managed to survive for the victory. During the last 9:03 of the game, the dawgs only scored nine points. The defense stepped up though and only allowed the Cleveland State Vikings to score 6 points in the last 14:32 of the game. Looking at the offensive statistics, the scored 40.5% of their shots, which is not that bad. Both teams committed a plethora of fouls. The Bulldogs had 19 and the Vikings had 23. The dawgs also committed 11 turnovers. Some of them were easy take aways. Overall the game was ugly, but a good game to get a W due to the fact they lost at Cleveland State earlier this season. The Bulldogs have secured at least the 2 seed in the conference tournament and have a 2 game lead over the second place team, Wright State.
Next Game: Wednesday 8:00 @ Illiniois-Chicago
Women
Butler 59
Green Bay 84
I knew after Butler played Green Bay that it was going to be a tough game for the Lady Bulldogs. Looking at the womens league standings the Green Bay has only one lost and the second place team, Cleveland State, is 4 games behind. After the game Butler is tied for 6th place. The big keys to Green Bay's victory were scoring 51 points in the first half and shooting 52.5% from the field.
Next Game: Thursday vs. Wright Sate 7:00 @ Hinkle
Cleveland State 46
Butler 51
The Bulldogs managed to survive for the victory. During the last 9:03 of the game, the dawgs only scored nine points. The defense stepped up though and only allowed the Cleveland State Vikings to score 6 points in the last 14:32 of the game. Looking at the offensive statistics, the scored 40.5% of their shots, which is not that bad. Both teams committed a plethora of fouls. The Bulldogs had 19 and the Vikings had 23. The dawgs also committed 11 turnovers. Some of them were easy take aways. Overall the game was ugly, but a good game to get a W due to the fact they lost at Cleveland State earlier this season. The Bulldogs have secured at least the 2 seed in the conference tournament and have a 2 game lead over the second place team, Wright State.
Next Game: Wednesday 8:00 @ Illiniois-Chicago
Women
Butler 59
Green Bay 84
I knew after Butler played Green Bay that it was going to be a tough game for the Lady Bulldogs. Looking at the womens league standings the Green Bay has only one lost and the second place team, Cleveland State, is 4 games behind. After the game Butler is tied for 6th place. The big keys to Green Bay's victory were scoring 51 points in the first half and shooting 52.5% from the field.
Next Game: Thursday vs. Wright Sate 7:00 @ Hinkle
Friday, February 15, 2008
Thursday Nights Games
Men
Youngstown State 73
Butler 89
The men finally got a big win. This was important as it allowed the starters to sit our during most of the second half. The Bulldogs shot extremely well ending the game with a 62.3% shooting percentage. Since Butler had a big lead Stevens should have allowed the entire team to play. Engelmann and Leinendecker did get some playing time. Shamless plug, check out Dawgnet on Monday to read my passionate thoughts about the expiremented that occurred on Thursday night.
Next Game: Saturday vs. Cleveland State 2:00
Women
Butler 75
UW- Milwaukee 73
Next Game: Saturday at Green Bay. Tip is at 4:00 on ESPNU.
Youngstown State 73
Butler 89
The men finally got a big win. This was important as it allowed the starters to sit our during most of the second half. The Bulldogs shot extremely well ending the game with a 62.3% shooting percentage. Since Butler had a big lead Stevens should have allowed the entire team to play. Engelmann and Leinendecker did get some playing time. Shamless plug, check out Dawgnet on Monday to read my passionate thoughts about the expiremented that occurred on Thursday night.
Next Game: Saturday vs. Cleveland State 2:00
Women
Butler 75
UW- Milwaukee 73
Next Game: Saturday at Green Bay. Tip is at 4:00 on ESPNU.
Wednesday, February 13, 2008
Campbell on First Take
The next Bulldog interviewed on ESPN 2's "First Take" was Pete Campbell after last night's overtime defeat against Wisconsin-Milwaukee.
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P.S. Look out for a new Bulldog to blog for us...
Click Here for a link to the site
P.S. Look out for a new Bulldog to blog for us...
Green says...
Q. How is this team able to go on the road, play such a close game (and be losing in the final minutes like against Milwaukee and Valpo), and still find a way to come out with a win?
A. "This team had one goal in mind and that is to win ball games by all means. We are getting better as a team, on any giving night we can have 8 or 9 guys contribute one way or another. At the same time we thrive on adversity, the time is running out for some of us and we want the season to be memorable."
Mike Green
A. "This team had one goal in mind and that is to win ball games by all means. We are getting better as a team, on any giving night we can have 8 or 9 guys contribute one way or another. At the same time we thrive on adversity, the time is running out for some of us and we want the season to be memorable."
Mike Green
Tuesday, February 12, 2008
Wonderful night... for me
The Bulldogs won. Vandy won. I couldn't be happier.
Not only did the Dawgs win, but, for those of you who were in school when UWM used to dominate the Horizon League under Bruce Pearl in my freshman year and then following that up the next season... I always love beating UWM, especially at home and especially after the Horizon League championship two years ago.
As for my Dores, they handed Kentucky its worst loss in SEC play and finished with their largest margin of victory over the Cats at 41 points. Damn that felt good. Bring on the Vols and Bruce Pearl now! I just can't understand for the life of me how Vandy is a projected 10 seed for the NCAA tourney. WTF... how much do they pay analysts to be idiots? ... probably as much as they pay weather forecasters to be wrong.
No matter what, it's a good night for me. I would love to see Vandy and Butler meet in the Final Four or even the national championship... and on a night like tonight I can dream that dream.
For those of you who don't care about Vanderbilt, let me know who your favorite team(s) (outside of our beloved Dawgs) is and how they're doing.
P.S. I think Purdue and Indiana should schedule games against Butler. How can they claim to be the best in this state when neither will play the No.9 team in the country barely an hour away from each institution! Gotta be scurred.
Not only did the Dawgs win, but, for those of you who were in school when UWM used to dominate the Horizon League under Bruce Pearl in my freshman year and then following that up the next season... I always love beating UWM, especially at home and especially after the Horizon League championship two years ago.
As for my Dores, they handed Kentucky its worst loss in SEC play and finished with their largest margin of victory over the Cats at 41 points. Damn that felt good. Bring on the Vols and Bruce Pearl now! I just can't understand for the life of me how Vandy is a projected 10 seed for the NCAA tourney. WTF... how much do they pay analysts to be idiots? ... probably as much as they pay weather forecasters to be wrong.
No matter what, it's a good night for me. I would love to see Vandy and Butler meet in the Final Four or even the national championship... and on a night like tonight I can dream that dream.
For those of you who don't care about Vanderbilt, let me know who your favorite team(s) (outside of our beloved Dawgs) is and how they're doing.
P.S. I think Purdue and Indiana should schedule games against Butler. How can they claim to be the best in this state when neither will play the No.9 team in the country barely an hour away from each institution! Gotta be scurred.
Men against Milwaukee
The men's team is now ranked ninth (in AP poll), highest in school history. Tonight, they face a challenge against UW-Milwaukee. The game is at 7 p.m. ET on ESPNU, so go check out a local bar that will be playing the game.
Friday, February 8, 2008
Campbell on Valpo
"About the game, I really feel like this was one of the biggest wins of the year for our team thus far. We knew that we were going to be in for a tough and ready valpo team but as everyone could see, we were not as ready to play as they were. It took a twelve to zero start to wake us up but eventually we responded like we needed to. The rest of the game was a battle of wills and it was tough playing in that kind of environment without Julian, and Mike and Matt being in foul trouble. I feel like the true character of our team came out during this game. We had all kinds of people step up and that started at halftime when we decided that no matter what the outcome was going to be, we were going to take a stand on the defensive end of the court. As they say the rest is history and in this case we played hard enough and stayed poised enough to pull out a tough conference win on the road. Now we move our focus even further north and go take on two of the hardest road challenges of the year. To come home with two wins is going to take the kind of effort and toughness we showed in the second half at valpo but this is why we play the game and I know we will be ready for the challenges ahead."
Pete Campbell
Pete Campbell
Thursday, February 7, 2008
Side note
Dawgnet has started a new blog in our opinion section! The blog is dedicated to the 2008 political elections.
We just started it this week, so we have a few things to finalize. But, you can access the blog through the "Let It Out" feature under the Opinion section.
Also, I was in class earlier today and the professor posed the question, "What's going on on campus?" No one knew anything that was happening. If you want to get some "suck-up points" with your superiors, check out Dawgnet... we're publishing daily.
Opinion DogBlog
We just started it this week, so we have a few things to finalize. But, you can access the blog through the "Let It Out" feature under the Opinion section.
Also, I was in class earlier today and the professor posed the question, "What's going on on campus?" No one knew anything that was happening. If you want to get some "suck-up points" with your superiors, check out Dawgnet... we're publishing daily.
Opinion DogBlog
Update on Coach Lickliter
The Hawkeyes are 11-13 this season and 4-7 in the Big Ten. They beat Ohio State and Michigan State at home, but it's not looking too good for them right now.
Interestingly, Lickliter's team played Drake at home earlier this season and lost 56-51 to our bracketbuster opponent.
The Hawkeyes will play their next game at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 9 at Minnesota (14-7, 4-5). I've always liked Tubby Smith, so I wouldn't mind seeing him get a home win in this one.
Interestingly, Lickliter's team played Drake at home earlier this season and lost 56-51 to our bracketbuster opponent.
The Hawkeyes will play their next game at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 9 at Minnesota (14-7, 4-5). I've always liked Tubby Smith, so I wouldn't mind seeing him get a home win in this one.
Women tonight against UIC
Well, despite the fact that apparently we are elitist and don't have fan support, let's try to prove that wrong with coming to the women's bball game tonight at 7 p.m. against UIC. The women play again on Saturday at 2 p.m. against Loyola while the men play Saturday evening away against UWGB. While I am very proud of each team, I feel like fan support for the women is lacking very much. The men could use more support too, although Hinkle is always mostly packed for their games. It is approaching March Madness and both teams could use all the fan support they can get. If you are proud to be a Bulldog, come show it!
Attention Valpo: It's not over til' it's over
To all you Valpo fans chanting the goodbye song with under a minute left up by 3... That's just stupid. The Bulldogs are a top 10 team in the country, have two of the deadliest 3-point shooters in the nation, and you're going to chant the overused "nah-nah-nah- hey- hey-hey-goodbye"? It makes no sense.
The sad thing is, Tuesday nights game was far and away the best game the Crusaders played all season. They did it in front of a record crowd at the atheltics and recreation center, and that crowd was hostile. But guess what? The Crusaders still lost.
And that tough of a game was the best thing that has happened to Butler all year. It proved in front of a national audience that we can go into a conference opponents house and beat them, with our big man riding pine, and our leading scorer in foul trouble the entire game. That is something that schools from the six power conferences cannot do. For instance, Michigan St. going into Iowa, and getting beat by the Hawkeyes 62-39.
A.J. Graves looks to be back to his normal self, and Pete Campbell has developed into that third clutch player Butler needs. It's absolutely scary to think about how good the Dawgs would be if Howard's inside play, and the perimeter game clicked at the same time.
Tuesday's game was just the Bulldogs coming out party to the rest of the country. ESPN commentators Doug Gottlieb and Tom Brennan were impressed. They haven't seen a thing yet.
(Tuesday was Howards first game in the last 13 where he didn't score double figures. He only play 15 minutes, and scored 6 points and grabbed 2 rebounds)
The sad thing is, Tuesday nights game was far and away the best game the Crusaders played all season. They did it in front of a record crowd at the atheltics and recreation center, and that crowd was hostile. But guess what? The Crusaders still lost.
And that tough of a game was the best thing that has happened to Butler all year. It proved in front of a national audience that we can go into a conference opponents house and beat them, with our big man riding pine, and our leading scorer in foul trouble the entire game. That is something that schools from the six power conferences cannot do. For instance, Michigan St. going into Iowa, and getting beat by the Hawkeyes 62-39.
A.J. Graves looks to be back to his normal self, and Pete Campbell has developed into that third clutch player Butler needs. It's absolutely scary to think about how good the Dawgs would be if Howard's inside play, and the perimeter game clicked at the same time.
Tuesday's game was just the Bulldogs coming out party to the rest of the country. ESPN commentators Doug Gottlieb and Tom Brennan were impressed. They haven't seen a thing yet.
(Tuesday was Howards first game in the last 13 where he didn't score double figures. He only play 15 minutes, and scored 6 points and grabbed 2 rebounds)
Wednesday, February 6, 2008
Green on Valpo
"The win last night against Valpo was a statement game. It showed that this team can go into a tough environment, under any circumstance and fight. Matt and I didn't not play very much and our bench stepped in to fill that void. Pete and Aj in my opinion played their best games last night. As a team we answered the call. As far as the bracketbuster game goes its a great opportunity, but we have a lot on our plates before then."
Mike Green
Mike Green
Graves on First Take
ESPN2's first Take just showed highlights of last nights game. At the conclusion of the highlights, the host mentioned that AJ Graves will be on First Take tomorrow (Thursday). First Take airs from 10-Noon and repeats from Noon-2.
Also check out this unofficial site that has similar statements that are made about Chuck Norris except they are about Graves and basketball.
Also check out this unofficial site that has similar statements that are made about Chuck Norris except they are about Graves and basketball.
Tuesday, February 5, 2008
Valpo who??
You gotta win one to make it a rivalry! Hey crusaders, Indiana is Butler's holy land!
A.J. Graves played like a true senior tonight. Those drives to the hoop and fade-away shots were so clutch when we needed some offense.
Pete had to take that shot at the end too. He hits three's, that's what he does and he got a wide open look.
The Dawgs have the hearts of champions, maybe not in Ohio but we're done there for a while.
Damn they're fun to watch.
A.J. Graves played like a true senior tonight. Those drives to the hoop and fade-away shots were so clutch when we needed some offense.
Pete had to take that shot at the end too. He hits three's, that's what he does and he got a wide open look.
The Dawgs have the hearts of champions, maybe not in Ohio but we're done there for a while.
Damn they're fun to watch.
Butler vs. Valpo Tonight 9:00
Tonight's game is being televised on ESPN2 as part of rivalry week. My first reaction after hearing about this a long time ago was "Since when are Butler and Valpo rivals?" This is the first year Valpo is in the Horizon League; however, Butler and Valpo have been in the same football conference. This does have potential to be a rivalry now that Butler plays Valpo in basketball and football every year due to conference affiliations and how geographically close the sh schools are.
Go, Dawgs!!!
Go, Dawgs!!!
Monday, February 4, 2008
Battle of the Bulldogs
What: #15 Drake Bulldogs vs. #10 Butler Bulldogs
When: Saturday, February 23rd at a time to be announced Feb. 11th
Where: Hinkle Fieldhouse
The Drake Bulldogs and Butler Bulldogs have been Matched for the BracketBuster game. Drake has played really well lately so this is a great matchup. Fans will have to remember not to say "Bulldogs" though so cheers will be limited.
When: Saturday, February 23rd at a time to be announced Feb. 11th
Where: Hinkle Fieldhouse
The Drake Bulldogs and Butler Bulldogs have been Matched for the BracketBuster game. Drake has played really well lately so this is a great matchup. Fans will have to remember not to say "Bulldogs" though so cheers will be limited.
Saturday's Women's Game
Youngstown State 48
Butler 63
The Bulldogs got off to a rough start and trailed early in the games, but came back and won!
Next game: Thursday vs. Illinois- Chicago @ 7:00
Butler 63
The Bulldogs got off to a rough start and trailed early in the games, but came back and won!
Next game: Thursday vs. Illinois- Chicago @ 7:00
Friday, February 1, 2008
Last Night's Cleveland State Game
Cleveland State 68
Illinois- Chicago 74
Cleveland State's loss now gives the dawgs a 1 game lead in the Horizon League standings. Here are the current standings (number to the right of the school indicates the number of games behind):
Butler
Cleveland State- 1
UW-Milwaukee- 1.5
Wright State- 2
Valparasio- 2.5
UW- Green Bay- 3
Illinois- Chicago- 3
Loyola- 4.5
Youngstown State- 5.5
Detroit- 7
Saturday's Key Games
Cleveland State @ Loyola
UW-Milwaukee @ Wright State
Illinois- Chicago 74
Cleveland State's loss now gives the dawgs a 1 game lead in the Horizon League standings. Here are the current standings (number to the right of the school indicates the number of games behind):
Butler
Cleveland State- 1
UW-Milwaukee- 1.5
Wright State- 2
Valparasio- 2.5
UW- Green Bay- 3
Illinois- Chicago- 3
Loyola- 4.5
Youngstown State- 5.5
Detroit- 7
Saturday's Key Games
Cleveland State @ Loyola
UW-Milwaukee @ Wright State
Thursday Night's Womens Game
Cleveland State 65
Butler 61
The Lady Bulldogs let one get away last night. The dawgs built had an 11 point lead at the 8:04 mark in the first half. Cleveland State made a basket that tied the game at 31 at the end of the first half. In second half the game was very competative. At :29 Susan Lester committed a personal foul and got a technical foul which gave Cleveland State 4 free throws (they made all 4) and a 62-59 lead. The women are now 13-6 (3-5). Their next game is Saturday vs. Youngstown State at 2:00.
Butler 61
The Lady Bulldogs let one get away last night. The dawgs built had an 11 point lead at the 8:04 mark in the first half. Cleveland State made a basket that tied the game at 31 at the end of the first half. In second half the game was very competative. At :29 Susan Lester committed a personal foul and got a technical foul which gave Cleveland State 4 free throws (they made all 4) and a 62-59 lead. The women are now 13-6 (3-5). Their next game is Saturday vs. Youngstown State at 2:00.
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