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31 Mar 1997: Players Josh Pastner, John Ash and Jason Lee (L-R) of the Arizona Wildcats cheer on teammates during the NCAA Championship game against the Kentucky Wildcats at the RCA Dome in Indianapolis, Indiana. Arizona won the game 84 - 79. Mandatory

Josh Pastner Accepts Job at Memphis: Is It a Good Hire?

Published 7 months ago
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Binghamton University and the 2009 NCAA Tournament

Published 7 months ago
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Memphis-UAB: Despite Tyreke Evans' Struggles, Tigers Get Tough Win

Published 8 months ago
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Phillip Writes About

Leroy Watson responded to a comment on Memphis Appealing NCAA Decision, but Is that Enough?
Phillip commented on Hate To Say I Told You So: 2007-08 Memphis Forfeit Calipari and Rose
Phillip commented on Yong "Eagle" Lands On Woods In PGA Shocker

The Short List What Phillip thinks about sport's most pressing questions

Favorite Athletes

Julius Erving, Tony Dorsett, Kirk Gibson, Larry Bird, Reggie White, Andre Turner, Demarcus Ware, Bo Jackson, DeAngelo Williams, Isaac Bruce, Chris Douglas-Roberts, Antonio Anderson,
Favorite Sports Teams

University of Memphis, Memphis Grizzlies, Dallas Cowboys, Los Angeles Dodgers, Boston Celtics
Favorite Coaches

Pepper Rodgers, John Calipari, Tommy Lasorda, Paul Bryant, Jimmy Johnson
All Time Sports Moment

Dr. J winning his one and only NBA Championship
Most Memorable Game Attended

March 29, 1985 Memphis Showboats defeat the Steve Spurrier lead Tampa Bay Bandits. I was at the game with my Dad waving the socks along with the rest of Memphis!
Most Unbreakable Sports Record

Ted Williams .406 batting average for an entire season
Ruth or Mays?

Hank Aaron
Unitas or Montana?

Staubach
Jordan or Russell?

Russell
Gretzky or Orr?

Gretzky
Pele or Maradona?

Pele
Federer or Sampras?

John McEnroe
Tiger or Nicklaus?

Tiger
Petty or Earnhardt?

I'd rather watch paint dry than follow NASCAR
Schumacher or Senna?

Danica Patrick
Pac 10, Big 12, Big 10, SEC, ACC, or Big East?

I'm a Memphis fan in SEC country... I'd like to see Memphis get into the Big 12 someday.

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by Leroy
about 1 month ago

PHILLLLL! What's up, my man? How re you and the girls doing?

Across the nation, reviewers are spreading the word that Memphis is no longer going to be a national power in 2009-’10. I’m here to tell everyone that such notions are short-sighted:

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/265982-underestimate-memphis-at-your-own-risk-in-2009-10

Take a look and see what you think! Comments are encouraged and appreciated.
by Leroy
2 months ago

Phil!! What's going on, my man? We've gotta do lunch one day next week, dude!

I decided to write my take on the Derrick Rose SAT situation. Give it a once over if you have some time today:

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/240673-memphis-appealing-ncaa-decision-but-is-that-enough

I'm ready to move on and start the Patner era! Is that too much to ask? lol
by Phillip
2 months ago

I have never really watched much golf in my life. In fact, I have often joked that the surest path to a Sunday nap is having golf on TV. Who isnt seduced into relaxation with the typical soft voices of announcers and birds chirping?

However, yesterday was different... As much as I wanted to drift off, I couldnt tear myself away. That was an epic battle between Woods and Yang.

After reading all of the posts about race, I think those fans truly miss the point. This was an incredible match of professional golfers. One happened to be Korean and the other American. I once lived in the wonderful country of Korea and I'm quite certain the people are VERY proud!

As for me, I'm hoping for more Sundays like yesterday. I might even take up the game of golf.
by Leroy
4 months ago

Hey Phil! You still alive? LOL

I tell the tale of Memphis' own Lester Hudson and call him the steal of the draft:

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/210365-boston-celtics-get-steal-of-the-draft-at-no-58-lester-hudson

Stop by and take a look if you get a minute, my man!
by Leroy
5 months ago

Hi Phil - how's life treating you, my friend?

I published an article that I would really love to get more reads for. I think the message in it is inspirational, one that I think everyone can relate to:

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/198249-forgotten-stories-of-courage-and-inspiration-glenn-cunningham

If you get a moment, stop by and take a look. Thanks in advance.
by Leroy
5 months ago

Hi Phil! How's it going, my man?

I decided to write a little "Mailbag" piece, catching up the latest happenings on the recruiting trail for the Tigers:

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/180218-memphis-mailbag-tigers-still-excel-on-the-recruiting-trail

Let me know what you think, brother!!
by Leroy
6 months ago

Hi Phil! How are you?

I’m finally back, after almost a week off. I returned with all guns blazing; I polished this piece until it shines like silver!

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/166177-forgotten-stories-of-courage-and-inspiration-roy-campanella

Please stop by and give this piece a look. Let me know what you think afterward! Thanks so much for reading!
by Leroy
6 months ago

Hi, Phil, how’s it going, my man?

I returned to my first true love – baseball – with an inspirational story that I hope you will enjoy:

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/160125-forgotten-stories-of-courage-and-inspiration-gene-bearden

If you get a minute, please take a look and let me know what you think. Thanks!
by Leroy
7 months ago

Phil! How’s it going, brother??

I took a little sidelite to golf and tennis, and now I decided to give some advice. Here’s my latest:

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/156243-the-three-es-of-bleacher-report-educate-engage-and-entertain

If you have a minute, take a look, and let me know what you think!!
by T.A
7 months ago

Check out my list of the NFL's Top-10 first overall draft picks. Let me know what you think.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/155562-top-10-nfl-first-overall-picks
by Leroy
7 months ago

Hi Phil!

We're all still recovering from the shock of John Calipari leaving us for Kentucky. I think it’s a good lesson for fans of all college basketball teams:

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/149712-ride-on-coaching-carousel-offers-memphis-fans-perspective

Please give it a read when you have a minute. I’d love to get your thoughts! Thanks.
by Leroy
7 months ago

Hi, how are you?

I wrote a very personal, hopefully heart warming account of my coming to grips with the Tigers' loss in the NCAA round of Sweet 16.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/146220-memphis-loss-becomes-a-life-lesson

Check it out and let me know what you think! Thanks.
by Leroy
7 months ago

Hi, how are you?

I wrote a very personal, hopefully heart warming account of my coming to grips with the Tigers' loss in the NCAA round of Sweet 16.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/146220-memphis-loss-becomes-a-life-lesson

Check it out and let me know what you think! Thanks.
by Leroy
7 months ago

PHILLLL ! How are you, my man?

I did a slide show of the top 4 teams in NCAA history. Take a peek and see what you think.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/142931-what-four-teams-form-the-mount-rushmore-of-college-basketball-history

Catch ya later, bro.
by Leroy
7 months ago

Hey Phil, how's it going?

I created a slide show on the Tigers in NCAA Tournament play:

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/141256-the-history-of-the-university-of-memphis-at-the-ncaa-tournament

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