Doug and Daddy Show

Dallas...Dallas...Dallas

2009-07-16T14:59:00.000-07:00

No...not the Cowboys! It's Big 12 Media Days July 27th-29th. The Doug and Daddy Show will be live in Dallas to get you ready for the 2009 college football season....but you're already ready, right? What do you want to know? Fire off your questions to us, and we'll pass them along to the coaches and players from all 12 schools in Dallas. We are also filling out our preseason ballots. Who do you think will meet in the title game in Dallas this December. Who is the offensive player of the year....Sam Bradford? Colt McCoy? Someone else? How about defense....looks like Suh should be in the top 2 here. We are looking forward to the trip, hope you enjoy!!!

Damn You, Andy!!

2009-07-05T20:51:00.002-07:00

Heading to Sunday the 5th of July did you give Andy Roddick a chance?? Really, you thunk in your heart of hearts he would slay the giant? He had tried 7 times before in Grand Slams and lost all 7. Why was this to be different? Roddick was 19-2 all time against Roger. Why did so many of us give him hope?? I cheered and wanted the American to come out on top! Maybe looking back we should appreciate seeing the Greatest of all time win another title? It was after all his 20th Grand Slam Final and 6th in a row. Federer became just the 3rd man in the last 40 years to win Wimbledon and the French in the same year joining Borg and Nadal. He served 50 aces on Sunday?? I know, it just feels like Roger is the Patriots! How long can he stay there?? Think Roddick feels like Karl Malone or Stockton? What does he have to do? Sampras considers him the greatest and at only 27 I have to be certain much more frustration lies ahead for Roddick. Perhaps the 3-6 4th was what had us on the edge of our seats and believing? Damn You, Andy!! Why do that to us??

Damn You, Andy!!

2009-07-05T20:51:00.000-07:00

Random Thoughts

2009-06-23T06:32:00.000-07:00

With the College World Series wrapping up and football over a month away, it's a little quiet in the sports world. We are looking for your thoughts on a variety of topics, you choose. Crowds were up at the CWS in Omaha, were you as interested this year with perennial powers Texas and LSU fighting for the national title. The US Open goes to Lucas Glover. Will Tiger or Phil win a major this year, I say yes....take Tiger in the British. It's nice to have an underdog win, but not all the time. The funny thing, or sad for some, is that when Tiger and Phil and not winning neither are Sergio or Furyk or Adam Scott or Vijay,etc,etc,etc. This is their chance. Tiger recovering from knee surgery and Phil's life turned upside down with Amy's cancer. Will someone step up?

Major League Baseball is on the front burner, fitting since the temps are in the high 90's!! Everyone is bashing the Cubs, yet they are just 2 1/2 back. The Royals early season run ended a month ago. Every winning streak seems to be equaled by a longer losing streak!! It's Boston and New York in the east again. Do you see any team making a run in the second half and surprising the baseball world?? Let us know, we always value your opinion.

Just some random thoughts today....add yours!!!

OMAHA!!

2009-06-08T17:17:00.000-07:00

Remember the disappointment of falling short of destination Omaha? Remember being so close but knowing a whole year awaits until we could dream again? Remember falling short in Palo Alto? Remember the euphoria of sending Rice back to Houston that first trip we made? Remember Miami melting under the sun at Hawks Field? Remember the expectations of our program? Mike Anderson says he hopes those expectations never fade! I guess in my mind I am sad that the year ended without those expectations. Hell, no one cared? No one can name 4 position players. I'm begging coach A, you have to return those expectations not only for your job, but so all of us can remember how to dream again!!! Big Daddy

Texas...That's It??!?!?!?

2009-06-03T06:21:00.000-07:00

The first week of the NCAA baseball tournament is in the books. The Big 12 had a nation leading 8 teams selected for the 64 team field. How many are left??? ONE...and that's the overall number one seed Texas, who needed an 8-run 9th inning to beat the 4-seed ARMY. Now, if Texas is the top seed in the nation, doesn't that make Army the worst team in the field??? So... Texas eeks out a win over the worst team in the field, and the other 7 Big 12 teams don't make it out of the first weekend of play. Am I supposed to buy that the Big 12 was tough this season? There was no dominant team in the conference this year, and that showed this past weekend. If this happened in the men's bb tournament, or the conference went 1-7 in bowl games, everyone would be trashing the conference. Why doesn't the same hold true for baseball??!?

Your thoughts?

Don't forget to share your thoughts on the blog, or by joining us for the 'Doug and Daddy Show' weekdays from 11-Noon.

He Has To Return!

2009-05-12T08:08:00.000-07:00

Roll call for Vikings fans, Tarvarias, Sage, even John David? Seriously, anyone think realistically that any of those 3 can lead you to the Super Bowl? No, well then why all the animosity and anger towards the return of a Legend? Yes, number 4!! Every year at this time the competitive juices start flowing and the passes start flying albeit at a high school in Mississippi. Everyone knows he wants a piece of Green Bay! Hell, he would play them 4 times a year if the schedule would allow. Not even NFL fans in general want him back. In, out, whatever, just make up your mind they say. The guy was 8-3 at one point last year. A 6 TD performance vs. the NFC Super Bowl Cardinals. Then he got hurt. Minnesota has a better running game. A better defense. Lets get on board and see if Farve could be the one to put them over the top!!
Oh, you think those kids in Miss. even know who he is? Just heard they aint all that bite down there? Big Daddy

Royals Tied For Division Lead BUT BUT BUT

2009-04-20T08:20:00.000-07:00

What could have been a GREAT start is well, a darn good start. Farnsworthless, as he is getting known in KC circles, has been an embarrassment to say the least, the defensive let down on Sunday also hurt! Why not put Soria in the game in the 8th? Day off of Monday? Let's go Hillman he is a big boy and threw 2 innings last July in the allstar game did he not? Learning to win may be the Royals biggest obstacle to overcome. Our home town, home team, boys in blue should be 10-2!! Send Farnsworthless to Puerto Rico!! No wait, get me the number for his agent!! That guy is the real talent!! 4 million for that?? Why be negative? That is usually reserved for our own Doug Duda? Yes there are positives but what could have been.
Big Daddy

Has Daddy Left the Show?

2009-04-14T05:10:00.001-07:00

No, Big Daddy has not left the show. He is on an extended vacation. It's been a long, hard winter on the big fella and I'm sure he'll be refreshed and ready to go when he returns. The Nebraska baseball team continues to struggle, and now they get ready to hit the road for seven straight. This weekend's series against preseason #1 Texas A&M will not be easy, because the Aggies are struggling as well. Of course if Mike Anderson gets the better of Rob Childress, in a battle of former Husker assistants, that would ease the pain in Lincoln.

How 'bout that Masters?!?! I find it interesting that there is a huge debate on how good this Sunday's round was. Some are calling the theatre on Sunday the best ever. Really??? I'm just wondering when either Tiger or Phil will finish off a great Sunday comeback in a major, because it's never happened. Will it ever happen and how many Majors will those two win this year??

Give us your thoughts and blog away on any other topic you would like us to discuss on the 'Doug and Daddy Show'. Thanks for listening!

Nebraska Baseball/

2009-04-08T06:39:00.000-07:00

The Huskers have lost 6 straight and 8 of their last 9, a majority of those games were at Haymarket Park. What do you think is the biggest problem for the Huskers? It's not going to get any easier with 9th ranked Texas coming to town this week.

The Masters, which both Daddy and I love to watch, is this weekend. It's the same question at every major....Do you take Tiger or the field?? It would seem like it's time for Tiger to win again at Augusta. He's only done that once in the last 6 years. Seems like he wins them all, doesn't it?

Sping Football??

2009-03-24T08:34:00.000-07:00

Do we care?? It's Nebraska, sure we want to know that Zac Lee will for sure be the starter at QB and we want to know the linebackers! Really, I say now that the crazy glue sniffer (Peterson) and his henchmen of change (Callahan @ company) are gone do we really care? Seriously, we know with Bo in charge that things are in good hands. Things are moving forward and are improving rapidly, because of that I can rest easily and wait for fall!

Big 12/How Far will they go?

2009-03-18T08:19:00.001-07:00

Thought I'd take a look at the Big 12 teams and opposing players that me be a nemesis thus sending each of them home!
Kansas-replacing 5 NBA draft picks and to be a 3 seed is downright amazing! Watch for Ben Woodside (Summit League Player of the year) from NDSU and Da'Sean Butler of West Virginia to be a thorn in the Jayhawk side!! If they handle these 2 players they advance to the round of 16.
Oklahoma-Lets hope Blake Griffin has had his head healed and is ready to go! Trevor Booker stands in the way of the round of 16 if his inside game matches up with Griffin they will be bounced.
Mizzou-I say Utah St. advances over Marquette then watch out for the multiple sets the Aggies run along with Gary Wilkinson (17 pts per game).
Texas A&M-Stop Lee Cummard Sr. guard and Connecticut awaits!!
Oklahoma ST-This 4 guard system has got to shot lights out to meet Pitt in round 2! Slow the Vols running game down or NIGHT NIGHT!
Texas-Abrams must be hotter than 2 dollar pistol!! Inside presence will need to be huge against DUKE!!
Should any of these teams advance to the field of 16 we will take another look!! I say KU, MIZZOU, and OKLA will all be around then!!

Boys State Basketball and TO

2009-03-09T06:56:00.000-07:00

The girls state bb tournament is history, some great games on Saturday. Don't forget all boys finals will air on ESPN Radio this Saturday. There are a lot of area teams headed down this weekend, who will do the best. Fire off your thoughts!

Terrell Owens has joined the Buffalo Bills, Derrick is thrilled!!! Will this help or hurt the Bills.

We look forward to hearing from you.

State Tournament Time

2009-03-02T13:01:00.000-08:00

It's time for the state basketball tournaments in Lincoln. Girls this week and boys the next. Who from the area will be playing in the Devaney on Saturday? Should Franklin be at state and not Sandhills/Thedford? Should there be consolation games? Weigh in on these or any other topics. We look forward to hearing from you!

State Wrestling Tournament

2009-02-23T06:54:00.001-08:00

Hey Gang:

I'm back from the State Wrestling Tournament in Omaha. Congrats to all the area champs and teams. Grand Island wins state for the first time since '73, and it wasn't even close. It may not be close with this group for a long time! One senior, and Kearney still manages 3rd!?!? Omaha Skutt may have just won their last title for awhile. Central City wins 'C' and Howells takes another in 'D'. These schools were rated #1 all year. The "Parade of Champions" is the single greatest moment in high school sports, in my opinion.

What do you think??

NASCAR Fans.....Defend your sport!!

2009-02-16T12:25:00.000-08:00

Simple and short gang. How can the biggest event in your sport not finish!?!?!?!?
I can think of no other "Major" event that would not have finished on Monday,etc. The Daytona 500.....the so-called "Super Bowl" of your sport.....whatever!!!

Big Red Basketball

2009-02-09T12:57:00.000-08:00

Ok....Daddy has been on my case for the last 2 weeks about Nebraska men's basketball. I like their hustle and work ethic, but I don't believe they have enough to make the NCAA Tournament. Daddy thinks they do. What do you think....can/will Nebraska make the NCAA touranment this year?

Down to 4

2009-01-12T15:05:00.000-08:00

Well, we are down to 4 teams fighting for a Super Bowl berth. Can anyone keep the Steelers from claiming another Lombardi Trophy? Who's your pick to play in the Super Bowl, and who will win? Why? Let us know and blog away!

National Title is Here

2009-01-07T14:18:00.000-08:00

It's Oklahoma vs Florida....Big 12 vs SEC. Who wins this matchup and why??

Would you vote the winner of this game #1, or would you go for Utah,Texas or USC.

Blog away!!

Big 12 Title Game

2008-12-01T15:06:00.000-08:00

Oklahoma will play Missouri Saturday. Should they be?? Let us know what you think...Oklahoma, Texas or Texas Tech, who should be playing for the Big 12 Title on Saturday in Kansas City.

I've learned that we must relax?

2008-10-07T12:39:00.000-07:00

Ok, I have fallen into the trap of being overly excited about this Husker football team. I knew they weren't rich in talent. I knew that speed was missing. Playmakers on Defense? Perhaps, Suh, although he has been nonexistent at times? What has to happen NOW? My feelings are nothing has to happen now and we must take our lumps and many lumps it will be. We need to have faith that Bo has surrounded himself with quality coaches that can go recruit and build Nebraska back to the proud tradition of well, really, not all that long ago. We can't burn redshirts, we must be patient. JUCO's? Hasn't worked real great for Ron Prince has it? There is no quick fix!! Four or five years down that long old road and perhaps then we will be able to compete. Any ideas to speed the process up would be great and would appreciate all input?

Week 3 In The Books

2008-09-22T12:11:00.000-07:00

We are 3 weeks into the NFL football season, and as usual there are plenty teams that are surprising. Some teams better than we thought, others...not as good. What is the biggest surprise to you so far this season?

Nebraska has their biggest game of the non-conference season against Virginia Tech Saturday night. Who would have thought Nebraska would be a 6-point favorite at the beginning of the year. Does Big Red get it done? Give us your thoughts on these topics or any other, and be sure to listen to 'Doug and Daddy'!!

Chargers get the Shaft!

2008-09-15T11:41:00.000-07:00

A great official blows a call and the San Diego Chargers are cost a victory. Let's face it...it does not matter that the whistle blew!! It did not affect the outcome of the play. San Diego covers the fumble. It's not like Denver pulled up when the whistle blew. What can the NFL do about this? Give us your thoughts on this or any of the other NFL comebacks on Sunday.

Stars have finally alligned!!

2008-09-08T19:48:00.000-07:00

Well, it is Monday night and all but one game is in the books. Week 1 of the NFL finally arrived once again in spectacular fashion and showed why it is the KING. Do we know of another sport out there that can loose its star player in the first half of the season and yet not one tv was shut off? Atlanta was up 21 in the first half? Did not know that they would score that much in the first month? Carson or was that Arnold Palmer throwing for under 100 yards? Bears spoil Archie's son's debut at Lucas Oil Stadium? No way!! Panthers go into San Diego and win? Titans stun Jaguars? Bills bash Seattle? Those are a few of the highlights. To be sure there will be many more. Enjoy the next 16 weeks as the greatest game on the planet is back!
Big Daddy

Fall Sports are here!

2008-08-13T12:41:00.000-07:00

I know it's been awhile since the blog has been updated, but we are not getting much response from you...the listener. Feel free to fire something at us anytime. We've been to Kansas City for Big 12 football media days and at the start of Husker camp. High School football teams are starting practice across the state as well. We would like to know of any interesting stories from your teams this fall. Let us know who you think will be good and any interesting tidbits that are floating around out there. If you're interested in something, then others would be too. We will pursue some of the best on the show.

Thanks for listening and enjoy ALL the fall sports.

Big 12 Football

2008-07-09T12:56:00.000-07:00

It's that time of year in the sporting world when things slow down a bit. When that happens, football talk always seems to take over...and so it has on the show. Everyday we have caught up with a journalist/broadcaster from a different Big 12 team to preview their upcoming season. The first big weekend of college football starts August 30th. So with over a month to go before the regular season begins, and another month before Big 12 play begins, how do you think the conference race will shake out? Almost all of our guests have picked Oklahoma and Missouri to battle in the conference championship game this December in Kansas City. Chase Daniel is the overwhelming selection as 'player of the year'. What are your thoughts? We'll be headed to Kansas City for Big 12 Media Days, July 21st-23rd. Be sure to tune in for all the coaches and player interviews! Let us know on this blog what you want to know, we'll try and find out the answers for ya.

Husker Football Talk has begun!!!

2008-06-20T12:06:00.000-07:00

Have to think that the last two days of our show got a little blood pumping in several Husker fans veins! Strengths and weaknesses will be assessed to the bitter end no doubt in the next 2 months and will all culminate with a 44 to 13 beating of San Fresno Tech on August 30th. Injuries will play a part of the speculation (Suh and Blue) immediately come to mind. One thing is certain though. The emotion will be back! The Black Shirts will be back and thank GOD that BO is back!! Have a GREAT SUMMER and let the talk begin!! Big Daddy

Major League Draft.

2008-06-05T14:29:00.000-07:00

So today on the Doug and Daddy show we talked about the Major league Draft. Haveing a couple of guests on the show from the Nebraska Huskers. One of our very own from the city of Grand Island Jonny Dorn. We would like to ask you what the impact will be of the Major League Draft have on husker baseball?

Also How about this weather we are having duck and cover cause we are gonna get it again!!

Indy 500 legitimizes open wheel racing!

2008-05-23T11:44:00.000-07:00

Many people will look at this weekends Coca-cola 600 as the big race of the weekend? How can this be when the greatest spectacal of racing is going on in Indianapolis? Why could this take a back seat to NASCAR? Oh, you know the drivers in NASCAR & not in Open Wheel racing? You don't know the names of Andretti, Foyt, Rahal, Patrick, Kaanan, Castroneves? Oh you do know them? Great names, history, milk, and the great Jim Nabors make this not only the race of the weekend but the Greatest race of the year. To that I say BOOM goes the DyNaMiTe!

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WATCH HOCKEY!!!!

2008-05-21T10:51:00.001-07:00

WATCH HOCKEY!!!!
By Derek Steenson, Producer, Doug and Daddy Show

Even though we are in the thick of the NFL off-season, there are still plenty of quality sporting events to catch on TV. The NBA is setting up for a couple of good conference finals series, the Major League Baseball season is heating up, and Big Brown is set to make a run at the Triple Crown. But, the best thing you can watch now is…….the STANLEY CUP FINALS!!! That’s right. Hockey. The Detroit Red Wings and Pittsburgh Penguins have been the two best teams in hockey this year, especially down the playoff stretch. It should be a compelling series, with the Red Wings bringing plenty of experience and offensive prowess with Henrik Zetterberg and Pavel Datsyuk, as well as a knack for finding the weakness in their opponent. For what the Penguins lack in playoff experience, they more than make up for it with sheer talent and an outstanding offensive attack, led by Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin.
If you are looking at one aspect of the game that will decide the series, it will be the power-play. Both teams have been fantastic in scoring in their power-play, with the Red Wings looking particularly efficient. The Wings set up a simple PP offense by sticking one man in front of the net to screen the goalie and have a chance at deflecting slap shots into the net. From there, they simply work the puck from the corners back to the point, looking for open shots. It’s a simple setup, and has been very productive through the playoffs.
The goaltending match-up should be fun to watch too, with Detroit’s veteran Chris Osgood and Pittburgh’s young gun Marc-Andre Fluery.
Another thing to watch for in this series is physical play. Even though both of these teams could be called “finesse” teams, especially the Wings, you must play physical at this point to win the Stanley Cup. I expect to see some hard-nosed physical play, and guys like Georges Laraque make Pittsburgh the more physical of the two. However, with physical play comes more penalties, which have to be avoided.
For me, the team that can be physical, yet stay out of penalty trouble and take advantage of power play opportunities will win the series. As strong as Detroit has looked these playoffs, I like the Pittsburgh to win in 7, with the Penguins winning a close game seven in Detroit. But regardless of who wins, it is going to be some absolutely great hockey……..so make sure to tune in!!!!

Nebraska Baseball

2008-05-20T09:07:00.000-07:00

Nebraska in everyone's mind limps into the BIG 12 tournament this week in Oklahoma City after loosing 4 of the last 6 games. Many look at a sweep in Missouri as the end!! Why all the negativity? This team overachieved since day one of the season, ok will throw out day one at Stanford, so mabye day 2. These kids have come togeather to be 39-12 at this point.
The second season is just the begining!! Don't give up on them just yet.

Nothing going on....Really??

2008-05-01T12:30:00.000-07:00

When the Husker spring game was put in the books, many area sports fans were wondering if anything happens before fall practice. Well plenty to talk about, including the leftovers of the NFL Draft. Daddy thinks having only 3 Nebraska players drafted was Bill Callahan's fault....did you expect more? What a difference a year makes. At this time last year Sam Keller may have been a first day selelction...now he waits 3 days before Tampa Bay invites him to mini-camp. NO CHANCE!!! Too many QB's at Tampa, look for Sam on a 50-yard field on ESPN 2 next season. The same will not be said for Danny Woodhead. I'm not sure if I was more surprised or disappointed that he was not drafted, but no matter, he will make an NFL roster. I think we'll see Woodhead scoring on the Patriots before the season is up. What do you think about Woodhead, he's done everything possible in his career?!?! May is another busy month with soccer, track, golf and baseball coming to a close on the high school level. I'll be at district track meets in Bertrand and Elm Creek, plus full coverage of the state meet at Omaha. Kearney boys a lock in Class A?? Have a great month and enjoy some nicer weather (we hope)!

Y MUST IT END SO SOON??

2008-04-01T20:27:00.000-07:00

With Davidson FINALLY out of the way I must commend the committee for a job well done. I believe if you read my March 13th blog, "65 is plenty" the number of teams really needed was 4 and in the women's 8? Yes, I enjoy the field and all the games but my point was, "How many teams really have a chance to win?" Yes, many would still have never heard of Stephen Curry and yes Davidson really had a nice run. Nice runs end usually in the Sweet 16 and they were able to make it to the field of 8!! The 4 best teams all year will play for it all this weekend in San Antonio and Tampa (sorry don't mean to leave the ladies out). Argue now for for a best of 3 or 5? Why can't we prolong the best teams meeting? Why does it have to end on Monday? Why not take a page from the NBA playbook? They certainly know how to drag things out. Oh, and don't tell me if Tennessee and UCONN would meet in the women's final that you would not tune in to all 3 or5 of them? Enjoy the weekend and Monday night it will all be over much to soon!!! BIG DADDY
P.S. KU over UNC and Memphis over UCLA...... KU over Memphis

65 IS ENOUGH!!

2008-03-13T17:45:00.000-07:00

Every year at this time the talk heats up about expanding the field. Some say let all 341 in? Others, let 10 bubble teams battle for 5 spots and make it a field of 70? More think 128 would be ideal? Really?? Would that do anything other than make Las Vegas froth at the mouth? Oh, shouldn't say that, the NCAA would cringe. Anyway, I look at the bubble teams: UMASS, OHIO ST., Florida, VCU, UAB, DAYTON?? Make an argument that any of these teams would advance past the first weekend. OH, you can't? We are looking for the best team in the nation. Sure, cinderella is wonderful and makes some great storylines but seriously how far down do we have to look? Xavier, Drake, and Butler are ranked between 10 and 18 in the nation!! These 3 have zero and I mean ZERO chance of winning on a Monday night in April. My point is 64 is plenty and really 10 would probably be good enough. I enjoy the madness and the upsets are fun but in the end we are looking for the CHAMPION!! Enjoy the tourney and roll your eyes when the talk turns to expanding the tourney!!

Postseason and New Season

2008-02-21T12:12:00.000-08:00

In the sports world we are reaching another crossroads, where one season ends as another begins. Locally the high school winter sports season is winding down as district basketball continues. Nebraska comes off a big hoops win over Kansas St, but I believe the excitement will be short lived as they travel to Texas A&M on Saturday. The Nebraska baseball team opens up the 2008 season on Friday at Stanford. We had both starting pitchers on the show Thursday, Thad Weber and Jeremy Bleich, and both have something to prove for there respective teams this season. Not much is expected from this year's Nebraska baseball team. The Big 12 coaches selected them 6th and some, including Daddy, think that may be too high! Stanford also looks to bounce back after a subpar season last year. The 2 teams play a doubleheader Friday starting at 4. Looking forward to some great district finals over the next few days and a few area teams are hoping the ball bounces the right way to qualify via the wild card. Enjoy the games!

Clemens,Wrestling,etc

2008-02-13T07:10:00.000-08:00

As Roger Clemens sits before Congress today, I can harldy watch. I'm not sure I care. I hope Clemens is innocent, even though he's been a Yankee part of his career. His performances, statistics and years in the game are all astounding. Now all can be washed away in a scene that reminds me of "All the President's Men". How boring and long these hearings are, with most of the Congress given facts by their aides with no real knowledge of the facts. Do you care? Will you watch?

On another note...it's an exciting time of the year on the high school scene...POSTSEASON. The state wrestling tournament is this weekend, and I will be in Omaha covering this great event. I believe the single greatest moment in high school sports is the 'Parade of Champions' which occurs every Saturday before the finals. Don't forget we'll provide coverage all weekend with the semifinals live on Friday night on 98.9FM.

Don't wait till March!!

2008-02-06T08:04:00.000-08:00

With the temp. a mere 9 degress with a wind chill of -18 on PHAT Tuesday I took it upon myself to settle into my couch and catch a little college basketball. If you missed the second half of the Tennessee/ Florida game lets just say you missed out!! Chris Lofton along with JaJaun Smith and Tyler Smith will get your blood flowing. The trio combined to score 72 of the 104 pts the Vols put up with Lofton and J. Smith hitting 12 3's!! 60 points were scored in the second half for Bruce Pearl's Vol's while Billy Donovan stood in shock. This Tenn. team left the tourney early just a year ago but with only 2 losses this season, both on the road at Texas and Kentucky, I say this is a real contender come March. All this on the eve of UNC vs. Duke in perhaps the greatest rivalry in sports!! Dick V. back on the sideline can it get any better?? People, I hear all the time "I really don't pay attention until March gets here." To that I say, you are missing out on one of the finest and deepest college basketball seasons in a long time!!!
Big Daddy

When is enough, enough??

2008-01-31T13:15:00.000-08:00

It is Thursday afternoon and I continue to waver on the prediction tommorrow?? I do know that as I turn on the NFL network Alicia Keyes and some Jordan Sparks are being interviewed about singing the national anthem?? Hasn't this coverage gotten a little out of hand? Alicia lookes good but I think I could fit into a pair of Jordan's jean's!! Oh well, the game will go on and the hype will too!! Right now I am leaning towards the side of New England as I think Mr. Personality (Belichick) will stop those kickoff returns and win the special teams battle and if that happens I think it is game, set, match and HISTORY!!!! We all know the last time these two battled it came down to Kickoff returns as to keeping the Giants in the game. That stops and the crystal ball says: Pats 34 Giants 13

P.S. check out USA TODAY Sports Weekly!! Great story about Royals Fever!!

Well, got to run Tom Petty is taking the podium!!! Can't get enough....
Daddy

Super Bowl XLII

2008-01-29T06:33:00.000-08:00

Isn't it time to call the Super Bowl by the number...ie '42' instead of Roman Numerals..ie 'XLII'? Just a thought. We've been talking on the 'Doug and Daddy Show' about Sunday's Super Bowl and we will make our predictions on Friday. The general public and national media are all trying to find a way that the Giants can keep it close, and some are picking New York to win. I don't think that will happen, but what do you think? Chime in on the blog with your thoughts on the Super Bowl or any other topic.

Conference basketball tournaments wind down this week, and sub-districts are right around the corner. Who's headed to state? Give us your opinion and we'll discuss your picks on the show!!

LSU National Champs...Bo gets a ring

2008-01-08T12:31:00.000-08:00

The college football season has come to an end and LSU has been crowned the National Champions....much to Daddy's delight. Now Bo Pelini will have a ring to flash in the face of all future potential recruits in his new job as head coach at Nebraska. My question is..."When will Bo receive his next Gatorade bath?" Some believe Nebraska will be playing in the Big 12 title game AND a BCS game next season. I think that's a bit much. Let's hope the Big Red make a bowl game, because it seemed very odd not covering a Nebraska bowl game this season.

Staying with college football...LSU is the National Champ and I have no problem with that. There is no perfect system...even a playoff. At least one item became clear this year, if you play in a major conference you don't have to run the table to play for the title. How about the Big 12?!?! I think a 5-3 bowl record is great. The only disappointment was the play of Oklahoma. A&M was a play away from victory, and Colorado (who was not good enough to be in a bowl game) almost made a major comeback.

We welcome your thoughts and don't forget the 'Doug and Daddy Show' weekdays at 11 on ESPN 1460 and 1550 am.

A New Era For 'Doug and Daddy'

2008-01-02T12:15:00.000-08:00

Hello 'Doug and Daddy' Fans!!

2008 introduces us to the 'Doug and Daddy' Blog. I'm not much on blogging or hanging out on internet chat rooms, but I know many of you are. The bosses assure me that our new blog will give all a chance to chat more about some of the topics we discuss on the show. So...this will be our first blog. I'm guessing I will be doing most of the blogging, but Daddy (Tony) will chime in from time to time.

With the college bowl season winding down, not many people on the national scene are talking about the Big 12...except to say Missouri should have been in the BCS. I wonder if they would have said the same had Arkansas won. The Big 12 is doing well, and Colorado almost made an amazing comeback and Texas A&M fell two yards short. Where do you think the Big 12 sits in the national picture? Also give us your comments on the National Title game between LSU and Ohio St. I'm leaning towards LSU, and of course Daddy is more than leaning!!

I hope you enjoy and use this site to comment and keep in touch with the 'Doug and Daddy Show'. Don't forget that all of our shows are available on podcast at espnsuperstation.com.

Take care,
Doug