Weekend Update 31 JAN 2016

Finally - a WIN!



Even with the losing streak - the first half of the Georgia Tech game was the worst we've seen State play in a long time. Then, in the second half we came back storming back to a 1 point game. And I'm sure we would have won - IF - Abu hadn't committed a player foul and then a technical foul to go with it.

What Happened?

Instead of GT getting the 2 points and the shooting foul - they got that, plus 2 shots for the technical. A total of 5 points. We didn't get any closer after that. Didn't give up - but all the momentum and excitement just evaporated.

It seemed that finally the losses had taken a toll and moral was spent.

I was worried playing #15 Miami could be a blowout. Instead, the team came out and played as hard, if not harder, than they have been - and dominated Miami from the start.

What Happened?

Maybe this will be the turn around. Don't get me wrong - State's season is already over. At best, we might, just might, get into the NIT. But it sure would be nice to see the guys be able to get some more ACC wins to have some results for all their heart and hard work.

Work

Speaking of hard work - it's going well. Nothing really new to talk about. Just very busy and steady. Which is good. After the Great W Recession - I don't take anything for granted.

Home

Despite the warmer weather - still had a good bit of snow last Monday. In fact, after a week of warm weather, there was still snow in the shady parts in front of my house (north facing) as of Thursday evening. I'm pretty sure we had more snow and ice here than in Raleigh.

Welcome Sight on the way Home from Work on Monday

Monday After Coming Home from Work

Home is pretty much the same as well. Boring. Which is good.

Last week's ice and snow aside - it's been a pretty warm winter. Haven't had many opportunities for fires in the fireplace. It's forecast to be in the upper 60s all week.

I'm sure the cold will return, it's the start of February after all. The warm sunshine is nice though.