Tide Tidbits – March 31, 2009
New linebacker coaches already making their presence felt
You never thought you’d hear James Willis described as the quiet one. There’s a couple of new faces on the coaching staff, a pair of linebacker coaches who can spice up any defensive drill. “Coach is a little loud,” Erik Anders said. “Some people don’t like that but [...]
Tide Tidbits – March 30, 2009
Saban still not pleased with Crimson Tide’s progress
Alabama went through its fifth spring practice session Saturday afternoon and head coach Nick Saban continued to show some frustration in developing the 2009 team. While there are several holes to fill on the offensive side of the ball, particularly at quarterback and on the offensive line, his [...]
Tide Tidbits – March 29, 2009
Saban Sets Example On Playing With Pain
Most days, around noon, Alabama Football Coach Nick Saban and staff get together for pick-up basketball games. This had been rumored for months, but it came to the forefront Saturday when Saban’s regular post-practice interview session had just wrapped up. One enterprising reporter picked up on a small [...]
Tide Tidbits – March 28, 2009
Stepping Up: The Top Five Freshmen to Make an Impact at Alabama In 2009
Alright, I know its is still March and more people are worried about March Madness, but I have decided to write about the top five freshmen to make an imediate impact at Alabama in 2009. I will start with No. 5 and [...]
Tide Tidbits – March 27, 2009
Bad luck for the Irish?
I don’t mean to wish any bad luck on the Irish (what’s wrong with that saying), but I would like to see Notre Dame finish with a losing record this season for a selfish reason. I think it would be the story of the year to see who Notre Dame would [...]
Tide Tidbits – March 26, 2009
Alabama football team goes through much better practice
After Monday’s practice that drew the ire of coach Nick Saban, the Alabama football team came back Wednesday with a renewed sense of vigor and enthusiasm for two hours inside the Hank Crisp Indoor Facility. The Crimson Tide practiced in shoulder pads for the first time this spring [...]
Tide Tidbits – March 25, 2009
Tuesday’s Top Ten: Top Ten Worst Questions To Ask Coach Saban During A Spring Press Conference
Two practices. Two tar-and-feathered questions. Two Nick Saban rants. So what will be the next question to boil Saban’s blood and invoke a sharp-tongued monologue? We’ve got an idea. Here then are the Top Ten Worst Questions To Ask Coach [...]
Tide Tidbits – March 24, 2009
Saban goes on tirade over Tide’s passive practice
Interrupting football practice with spring break is never recommended. But that didn’t seem to lessen the wrath of Alabama coach Nick Saban, who lashed out at his players on Monday for their lackadaisical performance in practice. “(The) focus wasn’t what it needed to be, mental energy wasn’t what [...]
Tide Tidbits – March 23, 2009
Tide gets back on practice field
Alabama resumes spring practice today with an emphasis on finding offensive starters, but head coach Nick Saban doesn’t want anyone getting complacent. “We want every player to feel like they can compete for a position,” he said. “Just because a guy played a lot last year doesn’t mean he’s entitled [...]
Tide Tidbits – March 22, 2009
Not a Typical Spring for Alabama Football This Year
Instead of worrying about taking care of business this year against the many foes that have beaten them, the Crimson Tide can concentrate of winning titles again. “Last year was a great year for our team, our school and our fans,” Saban said. “We put the [...]
Tide Tidbits – March 21, 2009
ESPN: Kicking it with Alabama’s Terrence Cody
One of the most compelling stories of the 2008 SEC football season was Alabama nose tackle Terrence Cody. Most people know him now simply as Mount Cody. He’s a mountain of a man, the ultimate run-stuffer and returns as one of the most dominant interior linemen in all of [...]
Tide Tidbits – March 20, 2009
AJC: 5 SEC football questions to be answered in spring
To many Southern sports fans, there are two seasons that count — football season and spring football season. The latter is upon us. And, in the SEC and ACC, there are questions that need to be answered. Among the SEC questions are: 3. How will Alabama [...]
