NC State will be making a coaching change in the next month or so.
Sidney Lowe is an outstanding person and puts his whole soul into coaching - but it just isn't happening for him. Honestly - I think he'd be the best assistant coach in the nation - just not a head coach.
Here's my preferences - for what it's worth - which isn't much.
Young Guns
Young Coaches with the Potential to be Great Head Coaches at a Major Program:
Brad Stevens - Butler University
Gregg Marshall - Wichita State University
(Gregg Marshall was my choice as an up and coming coach to replace Herb Sendek 5 years ago)*
Proven Coaches
Established Coaches at Major Programs who might could be lured to NC State and the ACC:
Billy Donovan - University of Florida
Rick Barnes - University of Texas
(Rick Barnes was my established coach choice to replace Herb Sendek 5 years ago)*
Tubby Smith - University of Minnesota
*Good Riddance Lee Fowler
Our former Athletics Director, Lee Fowler, either did not consider, or get Barnes or Marshall to discuss the NC State job 5 years ago.
In fact, LF basically screwed up the Head Coaching Search all together. While I was glad we ended up giving Sidney Lowe a chance - his selection came about after everyone else felt snubbed, was overlooked or turned us down.
Firing Lee Fowler last year was the best thing NC State Athletics has done in 5 years. We are now in a position to start turning around State's various athletics programs and return to our once proud position and tradition.
Monday, February 28, 2011
Sunday, February 27, 2011
Weekend Update February 27, 2011
Absolutely nothing of importance or interest happening here.
Yesterday I did my annual hot tub cleaning. It’s simple and easy, but time consuming.
You pour a full bottle of cleaning solution in the tub and then run it for about ten minutes. Then you let it soak for at least 3 hours. It cleans out debris and build up in the lines. Actually, I put the solution in Friday night and let it soak overnight.
Then, Saturday morning I drained the tub, refilled it and let it run for about 30 minutes. Then drained it again. By then it was time to leave for the State – Georgia Tech game.
Went to the Arena Club for lunch and the game with my friend Dave – which we won.
When I got home, reinstalled the filter and clorine cartridge, refilled the hot tub and put in the usual maintenance items such as enzyme control and water conditioner. It heated up nicely and was ready for use just around dark. Perfect timing for watching the stars for a while.
This morning I had breakfast in Pittsboro and went grocery shopping.
When I got back I filled up the two bird feeders (one seed and one peanuts), had my coffee and read the newspaper in the hammock.
The birds were hanging about in the trees but were too afraid to come to the feeder closest to the hammock (because I was in it). Finally a Downy Woodpecker landed on it to eat. Those guys aren't afraid of anything or anybody.
I should clean house today but I think I’m going to take the day off and do nothing. Maybe get caught up on some reading.
I’ve been slogging through The Guns of August. Tremendous history of World War I but difficult to get through. I usually fall asleep when reading it so it’s taken me over 4 weeks to get through about two thirds of it. Normally a book this length would take me a week – two tops - to read.
Yesterday I did my annual hot tub cleaning. It’s simple and easy, but time consuming.
You pour a full bottle of cleaning solution in the tub and then run it for about ten minutes. Then you let it soak for at least 3 hours. It cleans out debris and build up in the lines. Actually, I put the solution in Friday night and let it soak overnight.
Then, Saturday morning I drained the tub, refilled it and let it run for about 30 minutes. Then drained it again. By then it was time to leave for the State – Georgia Tech game.
Coach's Q&A after the Georgia Tech Game
Went to the Arena Club for lunch and the game with my friend Dave – which we won.
When I got home, reinstalled the filter and clorine cartridge, refilled the hot tub and put in the usual maintenance items such as enzyme control and water conditioner. It heated up nicely and was ready for use just around dark. Perfect timing for watching the stars for a while.
This morning I had breakfast in Pittsboro and went grocery shopping.
When I got back I filled up the two bird feeders (one seed and one peanuts), had my coffee and read the newspaper in the hammock.
The birds were hanging about in the trees but were too afraid to come to the feeder closest to the hammock (because I was in it). Finally a Downy Woodpecker landed on it to eat. Those guys aren't afraid of anything or anybody.
I should clean house today but I think I’m going to take the day off and do nothing. Maybe get caught up on some reading.
I’ve been slogging through The Guns of August. Tremendous history of World War I but difficult to get through. I usually fall asleep when reading it so it’s taken me over 4 weeks to get through about two thirds of it. Normally a book this length would take me a week – two tops - to read.
Wednesday, February 23, 2011
Critter Update
My long time mama raccoon died last year. She had a long run and successfully raised a number of litters.
I've still been putting out food (dried cat or dog food and left overs) on an irregular regular basis. About 3 or 4 times a week. For a while, sometimes the food would get eaten, often not.
Starting about 2 months ago - the food bowl has been empty every morning after I filled it.
I've been keeping watch and what I have now are 2 possums and 2 raccoons who are regular visitors.
There's a large possum and a small possum - both ugly as all get out. Although the little possum is mostly whitish and kind of cute - in an ugly sort of way.
Both raccoons are large and healthy looking but one has a mis-formed tail. Kind of a bobcat type tail. It doesn't look like it was cut off or injured - looks more like a birth defect.
Bob the raccoon (with the bob tail) takes off if she sees me or hears me. The other raccoon is wary but watches me while she eats if I'm on the deck or making noise in the house.
I'll try to get some photos to post.
I've still been putting out food (dried cat or dog food and left overs) on an irregular regular basis. About 3 or 4 times a week. For a while, sometimes the food would get eaten, often not.
Starting about 2 months ago - the food bowl has been empty every morning after I filled it.
I've been keeping watch and what I have now are 2 possums and 2 raccoons who are regular visitors.
There's a large possum and a small possum - both ugly as all get out. Although the little possum is mostly whitish and kind of cute - in an ugly sort of way.
Both raccoons are large and healthy looking but one has a mis-formed tail. Kind of a bobcat type tail. It doesn't look like it was cut off or injured - looks more like a birth defect.
Bob the raccoon (with the bob tail) takes off if she sees me or hears me. The other raccoon is wary but watches me while she eats if I'm on the deck or making noise in the house.
I'll try to get some photos to post.
Sunday, February 20, 2011
Sportsmanship
I live in Lee County, NC.
A couple weeks ago Fayetteville Douglas Byrd High School came to town to play Southern Lee High School.
Douglas Byrd wins. By a lot. DB is a power team so that’s not surprising. Its how the game ended that makes it pretty special.
That night was Senior Night. Douglas Byrd is in the dark burgundy uniforms and leading by about 25 points. Southern Lee is in the white uniforms.
At the start of the video, you’ll see number 20 come in for Southern Lee. He is a special needs student and has been on the team as a manager. He's a senior and as a team member he’s qualified to dress out for the game. The outcome is already decided, so the coach put number 20 into the game.
When Douglas Byrd gets the ball, they try to burn time off the clock or score. As they should.
When Southern Lee gets the ball . . . . Well, just watch the video. And also see how Douglas Byrd, when they realize what’s going on, defends. So to speak.
Remember, Douglas Byrd is in dark burgundy. Southern Lee is in white. And the player to watch is Southern Lee number 20.
Right at the buzzer.
A couple weeks ago Fayetteville Douglas Byrd High School came to town to play Southern Lee High School.
Douglas Byrd wins. By a lot. DB is a power team so that’s not surprising. Its how the game ended that makes it pretty special.
That night was Senior Night. Douglas Byrd is in the dark burgundy uniforms and leading by about 25 points. Southern Lee is in the white uniforms.
At the start of the video, you’ll see number 20 come in for Southern Lee. He is a special needs student and has been on the team as a manager. He's a senior and as a team member he’s qualified to dress out for the game. The outcome is already decided, so the coach put number 20 into the game.
When Douglas Byrd gets the ball, they try to burn time off the clock or score. As they should.
When Southern Lee gets the ball . . . . Well, just watch the video. And also see how Douglas Byrd, when they realize what’s going on, defends. So to speak.
Remember, Douglas Byrd is in dark burgundy. Southern Lee is in white. And the player to watch is Southern Lee number 20.
Right at the buzzer.
Friday, February 11, 2011
Shiloh General Store +Addendum
West of Winston-Salem and a couple miles south of US 421 is Shiloh General Store. The store is part of a very small Amish community centered around Union Grove.
The store also has a sandwich shop / deli. We stopped there on the way back for lunch. I had a ham and Colby cheese sandwich on fresh homemade wheat bread with homemade potato chips and a vanilla soda.
I also picked up some fresh sourdough bread, black cherry jam, peach jam, some candy and a pound bag of handmade pasta shells. They have a tremendous selection of jams.
You can see the front of the white van at the right of the photo. There was a small U-Haul trailer attached in which they were putting luggage and such. Looked like a group of about 8 or so travelers including some very polite children.
I was careful to avoid having the travellers in the photo.
If you're in the area, well worth the stop. Closed Sunday and Monday.
Shiloh General Store
5520 Saint Paul Church Road
Hamptonville, NC 27020
(336) 468-4789
(Click on the address for a Google map.)
Addendum August 19, 2017
Shiloh now has a web site and phone.
http://www.shilohgeneralstorenc.com/
Addendum June 29, 2013
This page gets a lot of hits from people using Amish and NC search terms - so I've updated it with additional information.
Troyer's - Statesville, NC
I stopped at another "Amish" or "Mennonite" type store last week so I thought I would update this page for folks looking for these types of stores in NC.
Thursday I had lunch at Troyer's Country Market. Don't know if it's Amish or Mennonite owned but it carries much of the same types of food as Shiloh General Store. Picked up some noodles and a jar of real honey. BTW - purchase real honey from a real store like this. Most honey carried in supermarkets is diluted with corn syrup.
The sandwich was awesome. I laughed when they wrapped it up - it looked like a Dagwood Cartoon sandwich! I would suggest they put some picnic tables out front on the porch. Right now, there's just a couple of chairs and nowhere to sit and eat.
Troyer's Country Market
4017 Statesville Blvd (US Hwy 70 West)
Statesville, NC
Yoder's - Vanceboro, NC
I've also stopped here a while back. Yoder's Dutch Pantry and Farm and Garden Supply northwest of New Bern / northeast of Kinston. Food and a general farm supply store. They also serve a great breakfast - Mennonite.
Yoder's - Blanch, NC
I have not been here but I've heard of this place. Yoder's Amish Market - It's near the NC / VA border close to Yancyville, NC.
Dutch Country - Murphy, NC
There is also this place - I've not been there - in the far western tip of NC.
http://www.yelp.com/biz/dutch-country-bulk-foods-murphy
Wednesday, February 09, 2011
Happy Appy
Been working at Appalachian State University again this week.
And again, it's been snowing but not as much as two weeks ago - till now. Forecast is for heavier snow starting tonight (Wednesday) and through tomorrow and tomorrow night.
Today I had lunch at McAllister's Deli inside the Student Union. While I was eating I heard singing - so I followed the sound to check it out.
It was a student group singing gospel songs in one of the larger rooms. I think it was part of a lunchtime lecture series. Here's a couple of videos. Sorry about the shaky video - I was holding the camera by hand and couldn't spot a place to set the camera. There's never a handy tripod when you need one.
Also while on campus - one of the buildings I was working at is Raley Hall. Typical academic office and classroom building. Here's a photo of the building. Notice the circular glass block wall.
And here's a cool (I think) shot of the glass wall looking towards the sky.
And again, it's been snowing but not as much as two weeks ago - till now. Forecast is for heavier snow starting tonight (Wednesday) and through tomorrow and tomorrow night.
Today I had lunch at McAllister's Deli inside the Student Union. While I was eating I heard singing - so I followed the sound to check it out.
It was a student group singing gospel songs in one of the larger rooms. I think it was part of a lunchtime lecture series. Here's a couple of videos. Sorry about the shaky video - I was holding the camera by hand and couldn't spot a place to set the camera. There's never a handy tripod when you need one.
Also while on campus - one of the buildings I was working at is Raley Hall. Typical academic office and classroom building. Here's a photo of the building. Notice the circular glass block wall.
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