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The Gator Nation.

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The University of Florida College Snuggie does not slip and slide like a regular blanket so it keeps you warm from head to toe while allowing complete freedom of movement.

Posted by on February 3rd, 2010 No Comments

Future bright for the Gator Nation.

It goes with out saying that being ranked #1 and sporting a 10-0 record is a great position to be in for recruiting.  Of course I’m talking about the Florida Gators and  how they  just got Joshua Shaw, the country’s No. 3-rated cornerback prospect.

Shaw passed on LSU, Ohio State, Southern Cal. and went with Urban Meyer’s team, make this a SEC high 10 commitments from high ranked prospects.  The future is indeed bright for the Gator nation.  Shaw might enroll early and thus be ready to practice by March.

Of course the real question on everyone’s mind is will the Gators be in able to retain such excellence for years to come.  With prospect like Shaw we can say yes!
Shaw, who’s from Palmdale, Calif., is expected to enroll early and be on campus in time for spring practice in March. He picked Florida among a group of finalists that also included Southern California, LSU and Ohio State.

An Under Armor All-American, the 6-foot-2, 181-pound Shaw is rated as the No. 33 prospect overall in the ESPNU 150.

The Gators have an SEC-high 10 commitments now that are members of the ESPNU 150, and all 10 are ranked in the top 71. Seven of those 10 are ranked among the top 33 prospects nationally.

Posted by on November 18th, 2009 No Comments

Improbable Texas Christian University.

Don’t count them out altogether.  For certain going into week  10 of the BCS standings it looks like the Gators ( 1) and Alabama (2) are a shoe-in for the big money bowls.  Yet regardless TCU continues to press ahead, on track to have it’s first undefeated regular season since 1938.  After last weeks beat down of #21 Utah 55-27, coach Patterson and his team is waiting to capitalize on any mistakes made by Florida, Alabama, or Texas.

Only two teams stand between them and perfect season…Wyoming and the hapless New Mexico.  All this from a school that comes from a conference that doesn’t get an automatic bowl game.  So hats off to Coach Gary Patterson and his Horned Frogs for a well played season.

Posted by on November 18th, 2009 No Comments

Spurrier to take over play-calling

In hopes of shaking things up for the Gamecocks, Steve Spurrier hs taken over the role of chief shot caller.  While insisteing that he was always involved ( he had given it over to his son, Stevie Jr.)he wants to make clear that the buck stops with him offensively.

We can only hope this can make the difference needed as  South Carolina has been struggling on offense.  The bottom line is that South Carolina hasn’t been able to score points. The Gamecocks (6-4, 3-4) haven’t scored more than 16 points in their last four SEC games and have No. 1 Florida coming to town this weekend.

Spurrier claims here is here for the long haul and feels the best of the Gamecocks is still to come.

Posted by on November 17th, 2009 No Comments

The College Football Watercooler

Oregon running back LeGarrette Blount, who was suspended for the season after punching a Boise State player in the wake of the season opener, has been allowed to rejoin the Ducks.

Blount will be able to play for the Ducks (No. 13 BCS, No. 14 AP) on Saturday night when they host Arizona State. He missed eight games.

“Now it is up to me to prove to people that their lasting impressions of me are not what they saw in Boise,” he said.

Blount punched Byron Hout following the nationally televised opener, bringing the Broncos’ defensive end to his knees. The next day he was suspended for the season by Kelly, but he was allowed to keep his scholarship and practice with the team.

Rudolph out with shoulder injury.

Notre Dame will likely be without one of its top offensive weapons for the rest of the regular season.

Tight end Kyle Rudolph, who left Saturday’s loss to Navy in the first half with a shoulder injury, is unlikely to play again before a possible bowl game, coach Charlie Weis said Tuesday.

Big East Coaching Salaries.

USA Today did a terrific piece today on college football coaching salaries, complete with a searchable database. Here’s what each Big East coach makes, according to the report:

  • Randy Edsall, UConn: $1.45 million
  • Brian Kelly, Cincinnati: $1.3265 million
  • Steve Kragthorpe, Louisville: $1.216 million
  • Jim Leavitt, South Florida: $1.6 million
  • Doug Marrone, Syracuse: N/A
  • Greg Schiano, Rutgers: $2.07 million
  • Bill Stewart, West Virginia: $878,000
  • Dave Wannstedt, Pittsburgh: $979,288

UCONN Stabbing Death

VERNON, Conn. — An arrest warrant affidavit says the fight that led to the stabbing death of University of Connecticut football player Jasper Howard began when one of his teammates “disrespected” a woman at a school-sponsored dance.

The affidavit released Tuesday accuses a 21-year-old Bloomfield man, John Lomax, of murder in the Oct. 18 killing of Howard. The document includes an array of witness statements about the encounter.

Howard’s teammate, Michael Smith, told investigators that Howard threw a punch at a man matching Lomax’s description before he was stabbed.

The affidavit also says Johnny Hood, one of six men charged in the case, told police that the fight began when another man, later identified as football player Brian Parker, made comments about a woman at the dance.

Posted by on November 16th, 2009 No Comments

SEC Championship Showdown.

With the BCS rankings out this week  Alabama moved to # 2 right behind ever the dominant Florida Gators.  Of course this has all the makings of a classic showdown for the SEC championship.  For college football fans this is like having your cake ( SEC match-up) and eating it too ( BCS bowl game).

Of course of the trick is how to keep your teams focused and play.  Questions which both the Gators and Alabama must contend with.  As for the fans it’s a dream match up.  So get your team colors on and show your support!

Posted by on November 15th, 2009 No Comments

Auburn, Georgia A Tale of Two Programs

So as we continue our way to the SEC we come to Auburn and the Georgia Bulldogs.  On the surface they seem very similar but that could be deceptive.

The Bulldog nation feels that they are stagnating and another 8 win season would just confirm that they are stuck in mediocrity.  Fans want to see a team that competes well, a team that should have beat Tennessee and at least show up when the Gators come to town.

Fans want to know what coach Richt is going to do about the Bulldogs knack for racking up penalties.   The Bulldogs have an SEC-high 85 penalties, which is 17 more than the next closest team. They’re averaging 77.3 penalty yards per game, which is nearly 20 yards more than the next most penalized team. That needs to change.

Now to Auburn, where there is hope in the air.  There is still a honeymoon period with new coach under first-year coach Gene Chizik. An eight-win season would go a long way to satisfying the boosters and fans alike.

A win against Georgia would boost morale and would help build confidence to deal with the Alabama finale.

So a tale of two programs: one brimming with hope, the other hoping to stay out of mediocrity-ville

burn.

Posted by on November 14th, 2009 No Comments

UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA

UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA : Fabric Store for YOUR College – University.

Posted by on November 14th, 2009 No Comments

UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA : Fabric Store for YOUR College – University

UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA : Fabric Store for YOUR College – University.

Posted by on November 13th, 2009 No Comments

UNIVERSITY OF IOWA SCENIC BLANKETS

* DUE TO THE POPULARITY OF THIS ITEM DELIVERY WILL BE BETWEEN 2- 6 WEEKS.

* MEASURES 48” x 58”

* SUPER-SOFT FLEECE.

* MACHINE WASHABLE.

* 3D LIKE IMAGES.

* BUY NOW FOR CHRISTMAS.

Posted by on November 12th, 2009 No Comments

University of Iowa Super Soft Diamond Edge Collegiate Fleece Panel

You can cut the edges, sew the edges, or even fringe the edges. This is the best collegiate no sew blanket on the planet!

The print shows through on both sides, just the wording is reversed.

Caring for the fabric could not be simpler. Machine wash cold water. Tumble dry low-warm. This will be around for many years.

Posted by on November 12th, 2009 No Comments

University of Alabama Super Soft Diamond Edge Collegiate Fleece Panel

Super Soft Diamond Edge Collegiate Fleece Panel

Perfect for a NO SEW fleece blanket

Posted by on November 11th, 2009 1 Comment

UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SCENIC BLANKETS

* DUE TO THE POPULARITY OF THIS ITEM DELIVERY WILL BE BETWEEN 2- 6 WEEKS.

* MEASURES 48” x 58”

* SUPER-SOFT FLEECE.

* MACHINE WASHABLE.

* 3D LIKE IMAGES.

* BUY NOW FOR CHRISTMAS.

Posted by on November 10th, 2009 No Comments

University of Texas Super Soft Collegiate Fleece Panel

100% Anti-Pill. It is the thickest, softest, and best licensed collegiate fleece panel in the world.

You can cut the edges, sew the edges, or even fringe the edges. This is the best collegiate no sew blanket on the planet!

The print shows through on both sides, just the wording is reversed.

Posted by on November 10th, 2009 No Comments

Georgia Institute of Technology Super Soft Collegiate Classic Fleece Geometric Design

Sykels awesome fleece fabric is perfect for a fleece throw, blanket, wall hanging or the home sewer. With so many uses, one yard just wont do.

100% Anti-Pill. It is the thickest, softest, and best licensed collegiate fleece panel in the world.

The print shows through on both sides, just the wording is reversed.

Caring for the fabric could not be simpler. Machine wash cold water. Tumble Dry Low Warm. Warm Iron if necessary. We recommend washing the fabric prior to use, so all the shrinkage will come out

Posted by on November 9th, 2009 No Comments

Georgia Institute of Technology Fine Cotton Classic White Ground Allover Design

Georgia Institute of Technology Fine Cotton Classic White Ground Allover Design

Authentic Licensed 100% Cotton Fabric Manufactured by Sykel. This is screen printed luxurious 100% Cotton Fabric. The width of the fabric is 45 inch cuttable. The design has a white ground with the logos and schools scattered throughout.

Posted by on November 8th, 2009 No Comments

University of Cincinnati Super Soft Collegiate Fleece Panel

Go Bearcats!!

Super Soft Collegiate Fleece Panel

Perfect for a NO SEW fleece blanket

Go Bearcats- Ranked #5 in the BCS rankings

Posted by on November 4th, 2009 No Comments

University of California at Berkeley Fine Cotton Classic Geometric Design

University of California at Berkeley Fine Cotton Classic Geometric Design

Posted by on October 3rd, 2009 No Comments

University of Mississippi Super Soft Collegiate Classic Fleece

Super Soft Collegiate Classic Fleece All Over DesignSykel’s awesome fleece fabric is perfect for a fleece throw, blanket, wall hanging or the home sewer. With so many uses, one yard just wont do!This classic all over scattered design features the official colors and logos.100% Anti-Pill. It is the thickest, softest, and best licensed collegiate fleece panel in the world.The print shows through on both sides, just the wording is reversed.Caring for the fabric could not be simpler. Machine wash cold water. Tumble Dry Low Warm. Warm Iron if necessary. We recommend washing the fabric prior to use, so all the shrinkage will come out.

Posted by on September 22nd, 2009 No Comments

University of Southern California Super Soft Collegiate Fleece

Super Soft Collegiate Fleece Panel

Perfect for a NO SEW fleece blanket

Sykel’s claim to fame is this stunning fleece panel – a generous 48 inch by 58 inch – this is perfect for a fleece throw, blanket or wall hanging.

100% Anti-Pill. It is the thickest, softest, and best licensed collegiate fleece panel in the world.

You can cut the edges, sew the edges, or even fringe the edges. This is the best collegiate no sew blanket on the planet!

The print shows through on both sides, just the wording is reversed.

Caring for the fabric could not be simpler. Machine wash cold water. Tumble dry low-warm. This will be around for many years.

Products officially licensed by Collegiate Licensing Corporation.

Rumor has it if you take it to the game, your team can not lose!

Posted by on September 21st, 2009 No Comments

Boston College Super Soft Collegiate Classic Fleece

Boston College improved to 2-0 with a 34-7 victory over Kent State on Saturday. Three BC quarterbacks combined for 223 yards passing and 3 TDs. Rich Gunnell was the offensive star of the day with 6 catches for 114 yards and a pair of TDs. The BC defense was strong once again, surrendering just 179 yards of Kent State offense. The Eagles outscored their opponents 88-0 in the first seven quarters of the season before giving up a fourth quarter TD on Saturday

Sykels awesome fleece fabric is perfect for a fleece throw, blanket, wall hanging or the home sewer. With so many uses, one yard just wont do.  100% Anti-Pill. It is the thickest, softest, and best licensed collegiate fleece panel in the world.

The print shows through on both sides, just the wording is reversed.

Caring for the fabric could not be simpler. Machine wash cold water. Tumble Dry Low Warm. Warm Iron if necessary. We recommend washing the fabric prior to use, so all the shrinkage will come out.

Posted by on September 19th, 2009 No Comments

Clemson University Fine Cotton

This will be a physical game. It always is when Clemson plays Boston College. They are an excellent team and an excellent program.  So get show your Clemson pride and colors.

This is screen printed luxurious 100% cotton fabric. The width of the fabric is 45 inch cuttable.
The pattern is a super stylish allover herringbone pattern printed with the official school colors and logos.

Posted by on September 19th, 2009 No Comments

Florida State University

Florida State and BYU play this weekend in a match-up that is big for both teams.

THE NEWEST AND NICEST LICENSED COLLEGE FLEECE BLANKET EVER!!!

MANUFACTURED BY SYKEL,THIS FLEECE BLANKET HAS EVERYTHING FOR THE TRUE FAN. THE SCHOOLS MASCOTS AND COLORS ARE PRINTED WITH PERFECTION-USE THIS AS A FLEECE THROW/BLANKET, OR HANG IT ON YOUR WALL

Posted by on September 18th, 2009 No Comments

University of California at Berkeley Super Soft Collegiate Classic Fleece

Super Soft Collegiate Classic Fleece Geometric Design

Sykels awesome fleece fabric is perfect for a fleece throw, blanket, wall hanging or the home sewer. With so many uses, one yard just wont do.

100% Anti-Pill. It is the thickest, softest, and best licensed collegiate fleece panel in the world.

The print shows through on both sides, just the wording is reversed.

Caring for the fabric could not be simpler. Machine wash cold water. Tumble Dry Low Warm. Warm Iron if necessary. We recommend washing the fabric prior to use, so all the shrinkage

Posted by on September 18th, 2009 No Comments

University of Florida Super Soft Diamond Edge Collegiate Fleece Panel

Show your Gator pride as Tebow goes for another championship season.

Super Soft Diamond Edge Collegiate Fleece Panel
Perfect for a NO SEW fleece blanket

Sykel’s claim to fame is this stunning fleece panel – a generous 48 inch by 58 inch – this is perfect for a fleece throw, blanket or wall hanging.

100% Anti-Pill. It is the thickest, softest, and best licensed collegiate fleece panel in the world.

You can cut the edges, sew the edges, or even fringe the edges. This is the best collegiate no sew blanket on the planet!
The print shows through on both sides, just the wording is reversed

Posted by on September 16th, 2009 No Comments

Are you ready for some football?

This is really cool… but can it help you find your car??? Hmmm not sure… Be sure to wear your favorite college logo fabrics.

Ahhh, fall: the morning air gets crisp, the leaves start to change to their autumnal hues… and most importantly, gridirons across the land are again alive with the pomp and pagentry of college football! This weekend marks the beginning of the 2009-2010 college football season. To celebrate the joyous renewal of pigskin rivalries, we’ve created this KML file marking the home stadiums of the 245 NCAA Football Bowl Subdivision (FBS) and Football Championship Subdivision (FCS) teams. So whether you’d like to take a trip down memory lane and re-visit the stadium of your alma mater or if you’d like more information about the next opponent of your favorite team, we’ve got the file for you. We’ve included a quick overview of each school, a link to school news, the name and an image of their mascot, and their home stadium. Oh, and be sure to turn on ’3D Buildings’ for full effect.

Download the KML here.

via Google LatLong: College football anyone?.

Posted by on September 10th, 2009 No Comments