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Gamechanger

Jonathan — Thu, 26 Aug 2010 01:39:26 +0000

Ok. I know that Nick Saban is not the most beloved man in most of the country. However, let’s be honest, if you’re an University of Alabama fan, he’s the best thing since Bear Bryant. Needless to say, I’m looking forward to seeing this documentary.

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It’s Great To Be A Tide Fan!

Jonathan — Sat, 07 Aug 2010 01:49:12 +0000

Here’s another magnificent video made by the UA Athletic Department. It’s a highlight video of the National Championship game. Enjoy!

The Tide Visit Obama

Jonathan — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 01:46:03 +0000

As is usual following any championship season, the Alabama Crimson Tide got their traditional visit with the President of the United States. Ivan Maisel wrote a great article chronicling the whole experience. The President even offered up a “Roll Tide!”

As the President told the team, spring practice is right around the corner. 2009 is over. It’s time to win another championship!

Sports Illustrated Covers Featuring Alabama

Jonathan — Wed, 13 Jan 2010 01:29:21 +0000

Since November, Alabama has been on the cover of SI 3 times. Here is a gallery of the covers.

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There Is No Asterisk Here

Jonathan — Sat, 09 Jan 2010 18:14:08 +0000

There has been some talk about Alabama’s championship having lost some of its luster because Colt McCoy was injured. Mack Brown said as much. Many of the national commentators have also suggested it. I completely disagree. Of course I’m biased. I’ve been a Tide fan my entire life. My dad grew up in Tuscaloosa, so I come by it naturally.

Injuries are a part of football. They happen to even the best teams and players. Asking “what if?” is an exercise in futility. Alabama played good, physical football and won the game. I have great respect for Texas and Colt McCoy, but on January 7, they weren’t as physical as Alabama. That is why they lost the game.

This championship will be just as sweet as all the others.

17 Years Is A Long Time

Jonathan — Fri, 08 Jan 2010 21:21:07 +0000

Finally, after a 17 year wait, ‘Bama wins another National Championship. Despite what anyone says in reference to the McCoy injury, the Tide earned this one. It wasn’t always pretty, but it was exhilarating. I’d say Nick Saban is a bargain right about now.

Next year should be interesting, because, despite losing some key players, most of the core is back. I look to see them right back in the thick of the championship hunt.

Ingram Wins!

Jonathan — Sun, 13 Dec 2009 16:20:36 +0000

Mark Ingram has won Alabama’s first Heisman trophy. Most folks may not get what this means for Alabama fans. Yes, it is an individual award. Yes, Alabama prides itself on championships, not Heismans. But, look back at the abyss where Alabama found itself in the early parts of this decade. To make it back not just to prominence, but to relevance, has been a joy to behold. Nick Saban has seemingly outperformed his huge contract. Ingram seems to have a terrific head on his shoulders. He deserves this.

Roll Tide Roll!

Jonathan — Fri, 11 Dec 2009 07:34:29 +0000

In one final nod to Alabama’s domination of Florida last weekend in the SEC championship, here’s a great clip put together by UA’s athletic department. Enjoy!

UPDATE (12/25/09): For some reason, the university has removed this video. That’s too bad, as it was really cool.

UPDATE (1/17/10): I found another user who had the video up.

Off To Pasadena

Jonathan — Mon, 07 Dec 2009 02:47:14 +0000

I’m thrilled to talk about my beloved Tide’s dominance of Florida yesterday. After years of bungling the hiring of it’s football coaches, UA finally got it right with Nick Saban. I’d have to say, however, that most Tide fans had a sense this would happen when Saban was hired. Although, no one could have predicted it happening in only 3 years. Saban was the perfect person to unify the fractured power structure at Alabama.

Now it is off to Pasadena to play Texas for the national championship. It’s been a long time coming.

Alabama Pounds Mississippi State

Jonathan — Sun, 15 Nov 2009 04:00:44 +0000

Well, the inevitable occurred. Alabama beat MSU. Before the game, I caught some video of an MSU fan giving Bama the one way sign.

Wow! That’s one great edjumacation they get down in Starkville.

Geaux Bama!

Jonathan — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 22:33:53 +0000

Alabama defeated LSU for the second consecutive season yesterday. This picture of Julio Jones streaking down the sidelines says it all. Hopefully it says we’re going for another national championship.

Mount Cody To The Rescue

Jonathan — Sun, 25 Oct 2009 22:16:38 +0000

Terrence “Mount” Cody saved Alabama’s season (& my heart) yesterday with 2 fourth quarter field goal blocks. Tennessee’s interior line simply could not block Cody and his 355 pound frame. Hopefully, ‘Bama won’t need heroics like this every week to win. I’m not sure if I can take it.

It’s Been Too Long

Jonathan — Thu, 08 Jan 2009 01:35:12 +0000

I know. I’ve been absent from posting for waaaay too long. Well I’m back. Of course, the last seven days have been bittersweet. While Alabama got their asses whacked by Utah, Scrubs did premier on ABC this week. Christmas was good. Lynn and I had a party in our home. Mom and Dad got to see my cousin Stephanie’s kids. Apparently, they look like mini-sumo wrestlers. I won’t post their pictures until I get Steph’s permission. Otherwise, I might not live to write another post. I will post photos of the Christmas party. Enjoy!

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Roll Tide Murphy

Jonathan — Sat, 22 Nov 2008 13:00:10 +0000

Since ‘Bama is off this week, I thought I’d post this photo of Murphy rockin’ his ‘Bama gear.

So that was the tremor I felt Saturday!!

Jonathan — Mon, 22 Sep 2008 21:10:49 +0000

Oh my! This was taken Saturday during the Alabama-Arkansas game. It’s 350lbs left tackle Andre Smith (71) and 365lbs Terrence Cody doing a belly bump after a big play.