UW-GB came out hot. And firing. In the first five minutes the Phoenix opened up a 12-3 lead on back-to-back three’s and a handful of spectacular defensive rebounds. Phoenix guard Bryquis Perine ate his Wheaties this morning. He has eight […]
Author: Nick Lilja
Live Blogging: UW-M @ UW-GB, Opening Tip
Five minutes until the tip and the UW-GB (7-9, 1-3) men are warming up. The Phoenix are looking to improve to 8-9. But the UW-Milwaukee (8-8, 3-2) are hoping to continue the pace set by the 76-52 win Monday night […]
A friendly arguement: Green Bay vs. Philadelphia, Pt. 1
For the Green Bay Packers, winning the opening game in the playoffs is a lot like driving a car. Check your blind spots, look in the rear-view mirror, and cut off that guy in the ’87 Buick Century. The Blind […]
Alabama players enter NFL Draft
According to the AP: Alabama running back Mark Ingram, defensive lineman Marcell Dareus and wide receiver Julio Jones are going to enter the NFL draft.
Justin Tadlock is a beast
That’s right, I said it. To quote the great John Madden, “Here’s a guy who knows what he’s doing out there.” Tadlock knows his stuff. The fact is this entire site built on his Theme Hybrid and now he has […]
Diana Taurasi cut from Turkish team
WNBA star Diana Taurasi’s contract was terminated by her Turkish basketball club, Fenerbahce, after her “B” sample also tested positive. The decision was a result of an announcement from the Turkish Basketball Federation that Taurasi could face a two-year ban. […]
Where Are They Now: Southwest High School
On Packerland Drive in Green Bay, Wisconsin, it’s only fitting that football should be played. And played well. Former players say, the Southwest Fighting Trojans were regarded as mediocre – at best. That is, until the late-2000s. In fact, it […]
After a week off, I hit the ground running
Well, sort of. As many people know, “The Maino and Nick Show” took the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day (save the Monday after the Packers destroyed the Giants) off. I say, “as many people know” because nearly every […]
UW-Green Bay knocks off Houston Baptist, 77-61
The smallest player came through with the biggest spark. UW-GB junior guard Eric Valentin kept the Phoenix flying in the second half and the Huskies couldn’t rally back. UW-Green Bay beat Houston Baptist 77-61 Monday night. Valentin, in only three […]
Live Blogging: UWGB-HBU @ 5:07 to go in the Second Half
Houston Baptist’s Andrew Gonzalez is quietly putting in a strong effort for the Huskies. He reminds me of an undisciplined, raw, lankey version of former Oregon State Beaver Seth Tarver. Gonzalez is 8-of-15 shooting with 26 points, nine four rebounds […]