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NIGHTMARE TEAMI knew who I wanted to be on the Dream Team (page 18). But I have only been around since 1970, and only watching the Tigers since the mid-to-late seventies. It was obvious that I didn’t know the whole story about the Tiger basketball players from the fi ft ies, sixties and even the Larry Finch era. Sure, there is a heap of information available, but the stats only tell you stats. To see them in person is a diff erent story.

So we pulled out the big guns. We spoke with Mike Bowen of Champion Awards, who has been selling Tiger merchandise for nearly 30 years. We talked with Harold Byrd from the Bank of Bartlett and current head of the

Rebounders Club. We met with Hall Crawford, the head of DBI in Memphis. We spoke with Gene Bartow, former Tiger coach and now president of the Grizzlies. We talked with Jack Eaton, the former “Voice of the Tigers.” Anyone who would talk to us, talked, and talked and talked.

It was clear we were hitting a nerve with this story. Everyone has a favorite. Everyone has that player that they remember who made the big shot, or the big steal, or missed some heartbreaking free throws.

Everyone has their favorites. Of course, I wanted Andre Turner on the there. I wish I could have somehow gotten Ben Spiva on the list, though I knew that was impossible from the get-go. Hall Crawford would have loved to see Omar Sneed make the list. Harold Byrd would have put Elliott Perry on the fi rst streak.

Th is thing was already nearly impossible to put together. Th is wasn’t a dream team, it was a my worst nightmare. A story that no one will agree with. We only have so many places on the list and there are so many great players. How could we leave out the great John Gunn? How could we leave out David Vaughn? And what about Dajuan Wagner? He only played a year, but he was phenomenal. What about Sean Banks, Darius Washington, Sylvester Gray, Antonio Burks and even Derrick Rose? How can we leave out DERRICK ROSE?

Well, I am sure that the disagreements will come fast and hard. I welcome it. Tiger fans are faithful and boisterous, and I woudn’t expect anything less. So, if you actually think our list of the All-Time Tiger Basketball Dream Team isn’t the best collection of roaring Tigers ever assembled, then get on over to our website right now (www.memphissport.net) and put together your dream team.

Good luck! I bet you can’t put together a better team than we did!

PUBLISHER’S NOTE PublishersMike Bullard 901.229.4749 [email protected] Bullard [email protected]

Co-PublisherEd Land, Jr. [email protected]

Managing EditorKevin Cerrito [email protected]

Editorial DirectorsJan Michael HartelustChris Przybyszewski

Contributing WritersDr. Dale ArmstrongKelly ArmstrongDr. Michael A. BibbJack EatonMaggie LouieErin MaddoxJD MeredithChris PriceDoug RuddleJimmy Young

Contributing PhotographersSean DavisLeigh Ann Williams

Contributing IllustratorShane McDermott

Account ExecutivesTara Wilson [email protected]

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ContributionsMemphis Sport will consider, but assumes no responsibility for, unsolicited proposals, photos, and illustrations. Memphis Sport retains all reprint rights.

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CHATTER

ON RUDY AND KYLENice job on the Rudy Gay interview. Th at may be the fi rst time I have seen anything that made a Grizzlies player seem even remotely interesting since the team came to town. - Kelly J.

PUBLISHER: We like to think outside the box. We are just glad that it worked. It could have blown up in our faces.

Who knew that the Grizzlies could possibly get some good press with the team they are towing around the country? If I can’t look at the stats of my favorite NBA team, and I can’t bear to look, then give me more of this. - Jason A.

PUBLISHER: Well the Grizzlies will get better. Th ere is no other option. Look at the stats next year.

Maybe you should hire Kyle full-time. Apparently he missed his calling. - Michael B.

PUBLISHER: Again, the Grizz will get better. Don’t get down on them for making some moves. Time will tell if they made good moves. And we don’t have the budget to hire Kyle. He could hire us.

Did you video tape that? It had to be hilarious? - Julie A.

PUBLISHER: No. We didn’t fi lm it. We didn’t expect it to be that good. We will have to start fi lming everything fr om now on. When lightning strikes again, we will have cameras rolling.

I have to say it. We love getting emails like these. It lets us know that we are on the right track. But we also love some hate mail. Tell us what you didn’t like. I have never seen a sports magazine before that took almost no criticism. We can’t possibly be doing everything right. Or can we?

So, continue sending those emails of encouragement, but feel fr ee to tell me what we are doing wrong as well.

Do you love Memphis Sport or hate it? Send me an email at [email protected] and let me know what is on your mind.

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Five questions with...

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1. What is toughest about picking a college? By far it’s once you build relationships with coaches and players with other teams, having to tell them you’re not coming. Th ey become a part of you and you become close with them. Telling those people ‘no’ is real tough. It hurts, but it‘s something that they have to hear. But they are professionals, so they under-stand.

2. Is the BBQ better in Carolina or were you just scared off by coach Cal’s hair? I narrowed it down to 4 schools (Duke, Memphis, Tennessee, Virginia) and they were just all great choices. Duke was the best choice for me, and it still is. I was just very comfortable with them and their coaching staff .

3. Which school is closest to home: Duke, Tennessee, Virginia or Memphis?(Laughs) Memphis.

4. How do you spell Coach K’s name? Oh my goodness. C.O.A.C.H... K.

5. Would you consider wearing your socks up and wearing goggles during a game like Elliott Perry? I’m too skinny to pull that off . I used to do that when I was 11 or 12, but I started lookin’ goofy. I still wear ‘em up mid-calf though. And if I get poked in the eye, I’ll wear the goggles.

photo by MIM STOKES BROWN

Elliot, a 6-4 combo guard for St. George’s, recently signed a letter of intent to play basketball for Duke. He is currently ranked as the third best shooting guard in the country and No. 16 overall in the class of 2008 by Rivals.com.


The only five grizzlies who are in at least their second season with the team

1. Kyle Lowry, #1

2. Rudy Gay, #22

3. Mike Miller, #33

4. Brian Cardinal, #35

5. Hakim Warrick, #21

Five alternate jerseys theRiverKings wore this seasonfor charitable causes1. Builder’s Th eme benefi ting Habitat for Humanity and Hernando Youth Sports

2. Elvis Th eme benefi ting the Kings’ Court Booster Club and Hernando Youth Sports

3. Valentine’s Day Pink and Black benefi ting Susan G Ko-men for the Cure and Hernando Youth Sports

4. Camoufl age benefi ting Ducks Unlimited and Hernando Youth Sports

5. St. Patrick’s Day benefi ting Palmer Home and Hernando Youth Sports

Five reasons we are glad Mike Miller is still a Grizzly

1. Salary cap space can’t make three’s.

2. We really liked the 50 win season.

3. He makes our hair look better.

4. We just discovered his brand new clothing line at m33mclothing.com.

5. Mike’s Annual Poker Tournament at the Horseshoe is our favorite Grizzlies off -season event.

Five reasons Stephen Gostkowski should have won a Super Bowl before Eli Manning

1. Th e Mannings do too many commercials already.

2. He did beat Eli in college, so he should beat him in the pros.

3. It would have been more fun to see him on Jay Leno and David Lettermen. One of them might even pronounce his name correctly.

4. His family cheered louder, though they were on TV less.

5. He could have made a game winning fi eld goal if Coach Belichick had let him try.

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BRING IT ON

by KEVIN CERRITO photo by SEAN DAVIS

How many grandchildren do you have? Seven.

What is your first sports memory? Going to football games at Melrose when I was in fi ft h grade.

Which building is nicer, FedExForum or the old Ellis Auditorium? FedExForum, of course.

How old is the oldest Grizzlies Granny? 80.

What is your favorite dance? Th e Twist.

What is your favorite song to dance to? Soul Man.

Have you ever dated any of the Grizzlies players? Heavens no. Th ey are too young.

What do the Grizzlies need to do to help increase game attendance? Win.

Who is your favorite player on the team? Mike Miller.

Who is your favorite Golden Girl? Th e Grandma. Miss Getty.

How often do you do the Soulja Boy? What’s the Soulja Boy? I never do it.

What is an average Friday night like for you? I watch Wheel of Fortune, read, do a sudoku, and rest.

What do you like most about being a Grizzlies Granny? Oh, 90 seconds of fame. It is so beautiful. And, people recognize you.

Are the girls on the Grizzlies Dance Team jealous of the Grannies’ and Grandpas’ popularity? I think not. Th ey give us great compliments. Th ey dance diff erently and beautifully.

Do you and the other Grannies ever bake cookies for the players? We haven’t done that. We have been too busy practicing. One week, we had so many practices my hip went out. M

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??WHAT IF?

Just over halfway through its third season in the Big East, the University of Memphis men’s basketball team is trying to do what it hasn’t done since its fi nal year in the Great Midwest Conference in 1995 – win a conference championship. With an experienced and nationally ranked squad, head coach John Calipari believes this will be the year the Tigers fi nally break out of the slump.

“It’s hard to believe that with all the talented teams throughout the history of this program, that it’s been so long,” Calipari said. Th e head coach does admit, however, that he has at least played a part in that streak. “I guess part of that, at least recently, has been my fault. I’ve been here since 2000 and we haven’t won one yet. Of course we were very close that last year in Conference USA.”

Indeed they were. Calipari was referring to the 2005 C-USA championship game when his Tigers fell agonizingly short against fellow Big East transplant Louisville. Aft er that season, Memphis and Louisville joined Marquette and DePaul as C-USA evacuees. From there it was clear things were going to get tougher, but it was a challenge Calipari thought his teams would be ready for.

“Obviously I’ve made my mark in coaching in this area of the country, so I know how good the basketball is up here,” Calipari said. “Th is is a great conference with a great tradition and lots of history…and my guys know it’s going to be a battle night in and night out.”

Heading into its fi rst year in the new conference, it appeared that Memphis would be one of the best teams in the league. With talented players returning in Darius Washington Jr., Rodney Carney and Joey Dorsey, along with incoming star freshman Shawne Williams, many experts

by JAN MICHAEL HARTELUST Tigers EyeingFirst Big East Title

thought the Tigers had a good chance of winning the conference. Th e Tigers would struggle out of the gates, however, in that inaugural Big East season and fail to even make it to the conference championship game.

Th e following season came with fewer expectations for the Tigers as Washington, Williams and Carney all departed for the NBA. It didn’t seem to make any diff erence as the talented, but young Tigers stumbled early again. But with Chris Douglas-Roberts and Joey Dorsey leading a charge in the second half of the season, the Tigers surged into the conference tournament riding a 10 game winning streak. Although Memphis would fair better in its second Big East conference tournament, it would eventually fall in the championship game to future fi nal four bound Georgetown. Th e Tigers would fi nd some success in the NCAA Tournament as the team advanced


to the Elite Eight before being knocked out by rival Tennessee.

Th is year, Dorsey and Douglas-Roberts are back and leading the Tigers to a national ranking – one of two Big East teams, along with Georgetown, to be ranked in the top 10. Memphis has not dominated its conference this season with two losses, both coming on the road at Georgetown and UConn. But Calipari knows that his team doesn’t have to be perfect in this conference to be able to win a conference championship or to earn a number one seed in the NCAA tournament.

“We know how tough this conference is,” Calipari said. “Th e thing we have to ask ourselves is ‘Are we getting better every game?’ and if the answer is yes, then we’re going to be just fi ne.”

It’s clear when talking to the Tiger players that winning a conference championship is important, but there are bigger goals this team has set for itself.

“We know it’s been a long time since Memphis has won a conference championship, but we want to win the NCAA championship,” said Douglas-Roberts. “But it starts with winning our conference. We know that if we keep taking care of business and win the Big East tournament, then we have a good chance of getting a number one seed.”

Senior forward Joey Dorsey echoed the sentiments of his teammate.

“We expect to win every time we step on the court,” said Dorsey. “Our goal is to win every game the rest of the season, all the way to the national championship.”

Winning the Big East championship would be a good fi rst step in that direction. MM

We know that if we keep taking care of business and win the Big East tournament, then we have a good chance of getting a number one seed.

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Th e Godfather of Football’s

COMMON SENSE

by KELLY ARMSTRONG, a.k.a. the GODFATHER OF FOOTBALL

It had been a while since the Godfather followed Tiger basketball, being so

busy being the Godfather of Football and all. Th e fi rst thing the Godfather noticed was that Larry Finch was conspicuously absent from the sideline. Th ere was a new guy there, a John Calipari. People said he was pretty good too – the C-USA Coach of the Year in 2006 and seven consecutive 20+ win seasons. Th at might be even better than Larry Finch. Of course, the best thing about Calipari is that he reminds you of a football coach. He will get in your grill!

Th e game itself has changed over the years, too. Th e Godfather remembers when the ball was shot up at the basket not down into it, and when the last two minutes of the game took oh, around two minutes.

It is hard for the Godfather of Football to watch a Tiger basketball game. Th e fi rst time Joey Dorsey came on the fi eld, er court, the Godfather wanted to get him a helmet and some shoulder pads. Th e Godfather is still trying to fi nd out how many years of football eligibility he has.

Th e Godfather can’t get used to the referees blowing a whistle to reprimand a fouling player either. It sounds too much

like a high-pitched girl screaming. Th e Godfather constantly encourages the refs to try something new by yelling at them to “Just throw the fl ag!!!”

When it comes to free throws, the Godfather has been asked to leave his seats on the wall for jumping to his feet, throwing his arms straight up over his head and announcing “It’s GOOD”.

But all in all, the Godfather has enjoyed Tiger basketball. He just has a few suggestions that could improve the sport. First of all, we need to encourage all the basketball players to make straight A’s. If their B’s are a little crooked, well that’s all right.

Also, the Godfather would like to change the way that college teams are ranked. Instead of the AP poll, the Godfather suggests the new GP poll (this one doesn’t involve an exotic dancer). In the GP poll, the ranking of the teams will be determined by, who else, the Godfather. Instead of the ESPN coaches’ poll, the Godfather suggests the rankings be determined using the Xbox game College Hoops where a random selection of gamers can play the season week by week to see who is on top.

Finally, the Godfather extends his sincere congratulations to Coach Calipari and the University of Memphis basketball team for the great season they had. You’ll always be fi rst in our hearts. Go TIGERS! M

Kelly Armstrong, better known as the Godfather, hosts Th e Common Man Show on 730ESPN.

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The Godfather and The Jock are going to share their insight into sports and have a little fun by making jokes at those players that cross their paths. Keep in mind that these players have long forgotten the reason they started playing a sport as a kid and now must have multimillion dollar contracts to play a game. Sure they are good at what they do and the majority of us could not do it but honestly, could they do our jobs?

If they want to whine about not getting the ball enough or that they would play better with a few more dollars in their pocket, why can't we make fun of them? Especially when we all know that they are really saying, “Give me the ball more so I can get my stats up. That way when I am ready I can leave this team high and dry for a better contract (that my pit bull of an agent got me).”

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• Grip down the club (putting grip optional).

• Use fi rm grip pressure (1-10) around fi ve or so.

• Open your stance lightly (feet parallel left of 11:00).

• Use a narrow stance.

• Position the ball slightly back of center.

• Put weight on your forward foot 70/30.

• Place your hands forward of the ball.

• Keep the shaft upright, club heel off of the ground.

• Keep your eyes over or inside the ball just like putting.

• Make sure your wrists remain fairly quiet on the backswing.

• Make sure there is no weight shift onto back post during backswing.

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What’s offered for golfers who play Tunica National’s Thursday Night Scrambles?

Th ursday Night Scrambles are a 9-hole, 3-man scramble with anywhere from 18-25 teams. Th e fi eld is broken into two fl ights aft er play, and the top teams in both fl ights fi nish “in the money,” so everybody has a chance to win. On top of that, Th e Fitz Casino puts up $150 in casino chips every week for a closest to the pin contest on one of the par 3s.

Being a former tour player, you’ve probably seen a lot of great shots. In your three years at Tunica National, what’s the best shot you’ve seen at during the scrambles?

Recently, we actually had a hole-in-one on #8 by Beau Greggory, which was a lot of fun because it resulted in the perfect fi nish. He got an eagle on #7, a hole in one on #8, and a birdie on #9, capping off a great fi nish. Also, one of the funniest things we’ve seen during a scramble is Rob Fischer from Sports 56 bet me he would jump in the lake if I made a 90 foot putt on the 18th hole. Since he knew the odds were clearly against me (but I think he forgot I used to play golf for a living), I took the bet because I wanted to see Fischer in the lake. Needless to say, Fischer got to swim with the fi sh in one of our lakes.

Are the Thursday Night Scrambles open to the public?

Yes, everyone is welcome. Th ere is only one golf professional allowed per 3-man team. It is $25 to play, and that includes your golf round, cart, and dinner aft er play. Th is year we are doing an optional $5 team skins game, and if no one wins the skins pot that week it will carry over to the next week.

For more information on Th ursday Night Scrambles at Tunica National Golf and Tennis, go to www.tunicanational.com.


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The Gambler’s Brain

This just in. Get Smart, starring pretty boy Don Adams, one of my favorite

boob tube shows as a kid is apparently being made into one of those Hollywood movies. Th e Card Shah couldn’t be more excited. Anyway, let’s take this opportunity to beg you readers to GET SMART when it comes to the casino. Th e Shah has put together a list, certainly not a complete one, of stupid things gamblers do to lose their money. Don’t do these things!

STUPID THING #1

GOING ALL-IN BLIND IN POKER. Please, please, look at your cards! I don’t care if you’re down to your last two bucks. Th ose are two dollars you won’t have if you go all in with deuce-eight off . If you’re reading these words, you still are lucky enough to have your sight. Use it.

STUPID THING #2

SPLITTING TENS IN BLACKJACK.You had a twenty. Now you have a twelve and a seventeen. You had a twenty!

STUPID THING #3

NOT USING YOUR CARD. I don’t care if they call it a players card, an advantage card, an albacore card, or a bumblebee card. Not using them is like throwing your money away.

STUPID THING #4

THE MONEY WHEEL. Forty to one, my behind. Never seen it. Never will.

STUPID THING #5

VALET PARKING. My car is my kingdom a wise man once said (my cousin Jeff rey “Doubledown” Miller). If you don’t have time to park your own car you probably don’t have time to win in the casino. I’ll park my own car and like it thank you very much.

STUPID THING #6

PLAYING HUNGRY. I know I can’t win a cent without my three apple juices and a plate of Tunica mashed potatoes from the buff et. Be sure to tip your server at the buff et! A dollar per person minimum.

And fi nally...

STUPID THING #7

IGNORING THE WIFE. Th at’s one certain way to lose all. Or at least half ! Ladies, same thing goes for you. If you can’t pull yourself away from the action at the tables you might fi nd yourself out of action at home.

I see these same stupid mistakes made time and time again, and trust me I’ve seen it all. Hopefully I won’t see them again from you. Reread this article, get smart about your gaming, and I’ll Raise Ya Next Time. M

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XPRESSIONS

With all the buzz surrounding the top ranked Tiger Basketball team,

there has been much speculation about the future of star center, 6’9”, 265 pound, Joey Dorsey. Th e question on everyone’s mind seems to be whether Dorsey, a Tiger star, will make it to the NBA. I took a totally unscientifi c poll of friends and coworkers to see where people stand on the question. Although, I was looking for a ‘Yes’ or ‘No,’ the responses were not that simple. Some people think Dorsey is good enough for an NBA bid, but they don’t feel his talent is unique enough to stand out. Others think he is overrated and will lose his draft appeal when meeting other high ranked teams in the NCAA tournament. But, the majority of people I asked (again, not a scientifi c poll) felt that Dorsey would certainly be draft ed by the NBA, although many were less certain about his future there.

Being a statistician, I decided to investigate the actual odds of Joey going pro. Using the most recent census numbers from 2000, there were 9,920 professional athletes in the United States. Th e adult population at that time was 221 million. Th at puts the odds of becoming a professional athlete at around 22,000 to 1. Th is translates to 22,000 people that didn’t make it for each person who did. Th is discouraging statistic includes all professional athletes including those who play arena football and semi-pro

soccer. Undoubtedly Dorsey aspires to a much more lucrative world of MTV cribs, private jets, and pimping his rides. Th e NBA has 30 teams with up to 15 players on the roster. Th is translates into about 450 positions that Dorsey is pursuing. Figuring Dorsey’s position as a center/power forward, the possible positions are reduced to around 225. Th is puts the odds of Dorsey going to the NBA at around 920,000 to 1 - pretty grim.

But wait, you may well argue that these odds don’t really apply to Dorsey. Aft er all, he is a key player on the top rannked college basketball team in the country – point well taken. Fortunately, the NCAA has calculated odds to realistically prepare student athletes for their future and apparently for use as a recruiting tool. According to the NCAA Research Staff , the chance of a high school student playing on an NCAA basketball team is around 34 to 1, while the chances of a high school student going directly to the NBA is 3,300 to 1. For an NCAA player turning professional, the odds improve to 77 to 1. Th us, Dorsey’s odds have dramatically improved by playing college basketball. By playing on a top ranked team these odds may be further improved. Regardless, the best odds still seem to be to go ahead and get that degree! Good luck to Dorsey and the Tigers. M

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What’s the fasting growing sport in the country?Lacrosse. Surprised? Remember the soccer boom of the 80’s? Lacrosse’s skyrocketing popularity makes it the hottest game in the nation for both boys and girls from pee-wee league through high school and college.

No sport has grown faster over the last decade than lacrosse, which has seen a 300 percent increase in participation. While traditional sports have seen only single digit increases over the last few years, lacrosse spiked an 11.7% increase in the year 2006. And, the trend shows no sign of slowing down.

In Tennessee, the number of boys’ lacrosse teams is up 200 percent statewide while girls’ teams have grown 133 percent Lacrosse is also the fastest growing sport at the college level, and there are now two professional leagues.

by SUSAN WILSON

Why all the enthusiasm?Its appeal to newcomers is one reason. Lacrosse is the perfect hybrid, combining elements of football, soccer and hockey. More and more kids are using skills acquired in traditional sports to join the lacrosse wave.

“Lacrosse has opened up an avenue for local high school boys and girls to pursue college play that may not have been available otherwise,” says Marion Bailey, mom of Ben Bailey, a ’99 graduate of Memphis University School. “Ben had played Fury soccer for years, but she remembers the day when, as an eighth grader, he announced he wanted to try “something diff erent.” “Lacrosse was new to Memphis, but he wanted to give it a try. He was captivated from the very beginning!” Ben went on to become an high school All-American during his junior year and was also named a collegiate All-American while at the Naval Academy. He was a fi rst-round draft pick in Major League Lacrosse (MLL)

and now plays professionally for the Los Angeles Riptide.

Fast paced and action packed, the sport requires and rewards coordination and agility, not brawn. Quickness, speed, and endurance are highly prized skills which attract cross country and track athletes. Even tennis players who want to participate in a team sport fi nd their highly developed hand-eye coordination a real asset to the game. And, of course, hockey players with their similar scoring goals and stick skills fi nd lacrosse a natural draw.

For girls, there aren’t that many team sports available, and lacrosse provides a great opportunity to get involved. “We’re seeing a lot of former soccer and soft ball players cross over to lacrosse because they are attracted to the speed and excitement the game off ers,” says Becky Welton, president of the Tennessee Girls Lacrosse Association. Becky is the proud lacrosse mom of Meg, this year’s captain of the Houston varsity team, a 2007 All-American, who has signed to play lacrosse for Division III team, Sewanee.

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Son, Bryan, a former Houston attackman, now plays Division III lacrosse for Whittenburg College.

Billed as the “fastest game on two feet”, lacrosse attracts athletes and spectators for the same reason: its speed, high scoring and lots of physical contact (with girls, less so), and the opportunity for all players on the fi eld to get their “hands” on the ball. For parents, this translates into a close-up view of your child’s participation where passing, running, and defending are as cheered and appreciated by the fans as scoring.

Guys seem to like it because it’s fast and furious with lots of contact and hitting each other with sticks is perfectly legal!

Th e girls’ game relies much more on the “fi nesse” required for precision passes and artful dodging. “Because you rely on your upper body strength to handle the ball, your free to be lightning fast on your feet, which makes for an exciting game. It’s enormously fun to watch,” says Mimi Gibson, athletic director and current coach of the St. Georges Varsity girls’ team.

Another reason for the sport’s exponential growth in popularity is the strong network of support from parents and fans, according to Coach Gibson. “A lot of credit for the growing interest in the game goes the moms, dads, coaches, and former players who volunteer their time and talents to teaching and promoting the sport. Th e level of camaraderie among lacrosse families and fans is something beyond what you fi nd in other sports.” Its beauty, speed and dynamic nature have created a dedicated following and passionate culture.

Lacrosse LocallyWhile the sport originally enjoyed its greatest popularity along our Eastern seaboard, thriving in the Ivy League and among elite prep schools, its popularity has spread westward across the country. According to those in the local lacrosse community, much of the credit for bringing the sport south of the Mason-Dixon line goes to Dave Gearhardt and Mimi Gibson.

Considered the “father of Memphis lacrosse,” Gearhardt started a lacrosse program at Southwestern (now Rhodes College) in 1983, and helped organize the Memphis Lacrosse Club. Either directly or indirectly, he has had a hand in developing or infl uencing virtually every lacrosse program in the area. He organized the fi rst high school team at Germantown High, and developed the LAX program at Christian Brothers High School. He became the head coach at Memphis University School (MUS) during the nineties. When he turned over the varsity program to Elliott Dent in 1996, MUS was well established as one of the elite powerhouse teams in the state. Th ey have won fi ve state championships in the last ten years. Th e MUS varsity is consistently

ranked among the top teams in the entire Southeast. Coach Gearhardt remains involved in both boys and girls lacrosse, volunteering his time as coach of the MUS lower school program and assisting the middle school program at Hutchison, where his daughter, Loring, plays.

Pat Dimento, who played at the Air Force Academy and now works for Fedex, has also been instrumental in helping introduce young players to the game through his coaching of the Crusaders 5th-6th grade team and through putting on various clinics. He continues to help Coach Dent with the MUS varsity team.

At the present time, boys’ lacrosse is played at Lausanne, MUS, St. Georges, Houston and six other local schools.

Mimi Gibson is credited with bringing the girls’ game to Memphis when her family re-located here from Connecticut.

Her daughter, Meg, a seventh grader at Hutchison at the time, had played lacrosse back east and was frustrated that the sport wasn’t available to her here in Memphis. Coach Gibson took it upon herself to approach the athletic staff at Hutchison with the proposition that she would coach a team if they would sponsor it. “At our fi rst tryouts in 2002, 85 girls showed up, and the enthusiasm has never waned. We were able to develop a strong program and, in just a few short years, Hutchison won the State Championship trophy in 2007.” Meg, Memphis’ fi rst Girls’ All-American, is currently playing Division I Girls’ lacrosse at Vanderbilt. Mimi’s son, Dan, was an All-American at MUS and is currently playing Division I lacrosse for the University of Notre Dame.

Th ere are now girls’ programs at St. Mary’s, Hutchison, Lausanne, Houston and four other local schools.

“If you are interested in pursuing lacrosse, and are new to the game, it’s easier to pick up than you might think,” says Coach Gibson. “Locally, there are lots of opportunities to get in gear.”

As the popularity of the sport has grown, children have been getting involved at earlier ages. Th ere are a number or pee-wee and elementary school programs available. Th ere is even an adult men’s’ team in Memphis for guys who are still obsessed with the sport, according to Ron Ansley of Stickhead Lacrosse, the only specialty lacrosse store in Memphis. Th e “Flying Elvises” consist of local coaches and former and current area collegiate players who travel the Southeast, “dominating” the adult league.

Summer camps are a great opportunity to improve skills and learn the sport. Th ere are indoor leagues and clinics available throughout the year as well.

Due to the sport’s enormous increase in popularity, Coach Gibson says there still exists a critical shortage of coaches and umpires in the Memphis area. MM

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Tigers one and Tigers all,Many have come and heard the call.

We have seen them fall and watched them fl y,Monsters, giants and the like.

But who is the best the question is posed.The great and the greatest we aim to expose.

Many deserving of our respect without waiver,but only the best shall win our favor.

The Tiger Dream Team

If ever there was an insurmountable task, it’s determining the “best all-time” players from any particular team of major historical signifi cance. Th ere will always be as many opinions as there are statistical categories, as many rules of ranking as there are wins and losses. No single issue’s analytics will uncover the big picture, nor will any emotional connection you have to your “favorite player.” Eras won’t compare and semantics will always be disputed.

UNLESS YOU DO IT RIGHT!

Tiger fans, there is no stone we’ve left unturned. No opinion we’ve not put to the test. No judgment we’ve not either verifi ed or cast aside. We examined individual statistics, team success, player versatility and more in order to assemble the Tiger Dream Team. Th e fi rst, second and third teams are appropriately called ‘streaks’ (a streak is a groups of Tigers).

compiled by MEMPHIS SPORTpouncer photo by LEIGH ANN WILLIAMS

player photos courtesy UNIVERSITY OF MEMPHIS

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25 ANFERNEE HARDAWAY In only two years at Memphis, “Penny” scored1,309 points, placing him at #13 in all-time Tiger scoring. His productionearned him top 10 honors in the widest variety of categories, including free throws,

three-pointers, fi eld goals, assists and steals. In back-to-back games in January of 1993, Anfernee recorded the only two triple-doubles in the history of the university.

22 LARRY FINCH Fourth on the all-time scoring list, Larry is the only player in the top 10 to have only played three years. Larry holds the record for highest scor-ing average at 22.3 points per game for his career at Memphis. In January of 1973,

Larry scored 48 points in a win against St. Joseph’s (112-92), setting the single game scoring record which still stands today.

21 WIN WILFONG Th e late Win Wilfong, could do it all - score, rebound, and handle the ball. Th ough he played way back in the 50’s and for only two seasons, Win still is in the top 10 in several rebounding and free throw categories as well as

currently ranks 23rd on the Tigers’ all-time scoring list. In December of 1955, Win scored 40 points to lead Memphis to a win over Union (136-70). Only six Tigers have ever scored more in a single game.

24 KEITH LEE Keith Lee holds the Tigers’ career marks for scoring (2,408), blocked shots (320), and rebounding (1,336). He led Memphis to the NCAA tournament four times, including a Final Four trip in 1985. Lee also recorded

more double-doubles than any other Tiger in Memphis history (74 in 128 total games).

35 LARRY KENON Th ough “Special K” only played one season with the Tigers, he made more fi eld goals in a single season than any Tiger in school history. However, he is remembered more for his rebounding, pulling down 501 rebounds in his only

season with the Tigers – more than a hundred more than any other player in school history. In only 31 games with the Tigers, Larry recorded a double-double in 25 games. For the season he averaged 20.1 points and 16.7 rebounds.

CAL JOHN CALIPARI In Calipari’s eight years, Memphis has won more than 200 games, posted seven-straight twenty-win seasons and earned seven con-

secutive postseason bids. “Coach Cal” has won more than 75 percent of his games during his tenure as the head coach at the University of Memphis while helping twelve of his fi ft een seniors earn their bachelor’s degrees.

These Tigers roared louder than the rest.Winners all, they’ve been put to the test.

The fi rst team of Tigers with a coach to teach.The dream team of Memphis, the Memphis streak.

The First Streak

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The Second StreakElliott PerryStarting every game of his Tiger career, “Socks” is ranked in the top 10 in over 25 diff erent statistical categories. Elliot is one of only two Tigers to steal more than 300 balls in his ca-reer. He made (562) and attempted (707) more free throws than any Tiger is school history. “Socks” is currently second on the all-time scoring list at 2,209.

Forest ArnoldTh e fi rst-ever All-American in the history of the Tigers, For-est still ranks at number three on the rebounding charts and is the fi ft h-all time leading scorer in the school’s history. He also led the school to it’s fi rst ever NCAA Tournament ap-pearance.

Rodney CarneyIn 133 career games for Memphis (second most all-time), Rodney attempted more three-point shots than any Tiger player ever. He is the only player to ever make more than 100 three-pointers in a single season. He ranks as the third most prolifi c scorer in school history with 45 percent of his scoring attributed to three-point shots.

Ronnie Robinson“Big Cat” was one of the best rebounders in Tiger history, taking down as many as 28 in a game in February of 1971. Ronnie pulled down 24 three times in his career. He holds the second highest rebounding average for a career with 12.8 per game. In addition to rebounding, Ronnie scored oft en, amassing 1,150 points to rank at number 27 on the all-time Tiger scoring list. Th is combination resulted in 48 double-doubles in his three seasons on the Tiger varsity team.

William BedfordIn three years with the Tigers, William scored 1,224 points and ranks at number 21 on the all-time scoring list. For his career he made 56.7 percent from the fi eld to rank third all-time. He also led the team in rebounding and blocks in 1985-86 with 8.5 per game and 2.7 per game respectively. He currently ranks third in career blocks with 235.

Andre TurnerTh e “Little General” led the Tigers from 1982 until 1986. On the road to the 1986 Final Four, Andre made three consecutive game-winning shots against a Gene Bartow-led UAB, Boston College, and Oklahoma. In addition to scoring 1,442 points in his career (11th in school history), Andre holds the single season assist re-cord (262), the career assist record (763), the single game assist re-cord (15) and is third in career steals (272) and second in steals in a single season (87).

Chris Douglas-RobertsReached 1,000 points this season to become only the 43rd Tiger ever to reach this milestone and could possibly crack the top ten this season. He helped lead his team to two Elite Eights appear-ances.

Cedric HendersonCedric led the team in scoring in 1996-97 and amassed 1,697 points in his career to rank as the number six scorer in Memphis history. He played all four years for Memphis and recorded seven of his ten double-doubles in the 1996-97 season.

Joey DorseyJoey led the team in rebounds, fi eld goal percentage, and blocked shots in all three of his seasons. Currently second all-time in re-bounds and blocks, Joey leads the Tigers all-time in fi eld goal per-centage and is shooting over 65 percent for the season.

Lorenzen WrightRecorded a double-double in 31 of his 64 games as a Tiger and is one of only a handful in Tiger history to average double digits in both points and rebounds. He is also one of only 5 players to reach 1,000 points in only two seasons with the Tigers.

The Third Streak

Disagree? Th ink you have a better center for the Second Streak? Can you place a better point guard on the First Streak? Get on our website right now to tell us who makes your Tiger Dream Team.

If you disagree, head over to www.memphissport.net and vote for your favorites. In the end, it’s not about gaining consensus; it’s about loving all that which is, was, and ever will be TIGER BASKETBALL.

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THE HONORABLE MENTIONSPoint Guard: Derrick Rose, Chris Garner, Otis Jackson, Antonio Burks, Bill Cook and Alvin Wright

Where they rank in the stats: Rose does not currently rank in the top ten of any statisti-cal category for a single season or for his career. Garner is fi rst in steals and second in assists in all-time Memphis history. Jackson is fi ft h in assists and fourth in steals, behind Garner in both categories. Burks is sixth in assists and fi ft h in steals. Cook is eighth in scoring, ninth in assists and unlisted in steals (steals were not recorded as a stat until the 1979-80 season). Wright is twelft h in scoring and 3rd in assists.

Shooting Guard: Mike Butler, Bill Cook, Otis Jackson and Antonio Burks

Where they rank in the stats: Cook is eighth is scoring and ninth in assists. Butler is twelft hh in scoring, but led the team in scoring for three consecutive seasons. Jackson and Burks do not rank highly in either scoring or assists.

Swing Player: Kelly Wise and Vincent Askew

Where they rank in the stats: Wise registers highly in a number of categories including fourth in rebounding ninth in scoring. Vincent Askew played with Andre Turner, Keith Lee, “Doom” Haynes and William Bedford and is therefore ranks at number seven for his career in assists.

Power Forward: Dexter Reed, Dennis Isbell

Where they rank in the stats: Reed is seventh all-time in scoring. Dennis only played for two years, but led the team in blocked shots both years.

Center: David Vaughn

Where they rank in the stats: Vaughn ranks fi ft eenth on the all-time scoring list and recorded 42 double-doubles for his career.

Disagree? Th ink you have a better center for the Second Streak? Can you place a better point guard on the First Streak? Get on our website right now to tell us who makes your Tiger Dream Team.

If you disagree, head over to www.memphissport.net and vote for your favorites. In the end, it’s not about gaining consensus; it’s about loving all that which is, was, and ever will be TIGER BASKETBALL.

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by CHRIS PRICE

photos by MIKE BULLARD

illustrations by SHANE MCDERMOTT

intro by CHRIS PRZYBYSZEWSKI

Silence.

Villian.

Hero.

Superhero.

Too Often, That is we we get from Joey Dorsey. A man among men. Strong

as the hulk and quick as the flash, but he rarely stops to say, “your

welcome” or “I’m Sorry.”

Joey Dorsey is a dominant athlete and talent with an undeniable presence.

On the wrong end of the court, though, the evil villian he may seem.

If he so chooses, Dorsey, along with teammates,

Chris Douglas Roberts and Derrick Rose could help

deliver a championship to Memphis. Heroics will be required.

It’s not the powers or the costumes (or snazzy magazine covers).

Being a super hero is about looking around, seeing what needs doing, and then

going out and doing it. Should Dorsey decide to put on his cape, this 2007-2008

U of M Tigers squad might very well be national champs.

That, indeed, would be “super.”

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When did you start playing basketball?

Not until I was 16, my junior year. We went 28-0 and won state that year.

Were you a fan of any local basketball teams up

there, like Maryland?

Steve Francis played up there then. I watched him a little bit.

Who did you grow up watching?

I didn’t watch basketball a lot, but I used to watch Carmelo a lot.

You are friends with Carmelo Anthony and Rudy

Gay. How did you get so close to them?

I grew up near those guys. Th en AAU ball. Th en working out during the off -season and everything. I was so happy when the Grizzlies brought Rudy [Gay] down here. Whenever Cal lights into me, I can call Rudy and talk to him about it.

what NBA team do you like?what NBA team do you like?Memphis. I love Rudy and I’d love to play here.

Did you see the NBA dunk contest this year?

Oh, yeah. Th e best dunk was the Superman dunk from Dwight Howard.

Who is your favorite super hero?

Superman. All the big men like Superman.

Who is the best dunker on this Tiger team?

I’d say me or D. Rose. Th at dunk that Derrick did at Midnight Madness was crazy. I didn’t even want to dunk anymore.

Can you top Rudy Gay’s dunks?

Me and Rudy talk so much. I was at his house before the UAB game and he was asking me about some dunk ideas. But, yeah, I think I can take him.

How do you feel about Derrick Rose now?

He’s the best point guard I’ve ever played with.

Why do CDR, Kemp, Mack, Dozier and Robinson wear

t-shirts under their jerseys?

Because they’re trying to look bigger around me. I can’t wear a t-shirt because there isn’t one big enough.

How big are your arms?

I don’t know.

You don’t measure them before you go to bed every

night?

No!

Have you played against anyone this year that was

physically stronger than you?

Nope. You gotta have 3 guys on me. [Roy] Hibbert is a great player though. He wants to get in the weight room with me.

How much can you bench?

325 lbs.

Is that more or less than Pierre Niles can do?

More.

What position would you play in football?

I loved football. I used to play in high school and little league. Probably line-backer, defensive end or tight end.

Why did you love football, because you can hit

people?

Defi nitely! Yes.

When Cal has you over for breakfast, what does

Cal cook for you?

Cal doesn’t cook man. Mrs. Cal cooks everything. We love goin’ over there for breakfast or dinner. She can do anything.

Describe your relationship with Coach Cal.

Like a father. He and I would do anything for each other.

The silence is broken.

Joey Smiles.

The Interview begins...

The Coach Cal questions...

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Cal sometimes calls out his players. How do you

handle that?

I’ve always taken things personally. I’m always “me against the world.” Th at’s what me and CDR were talking about today; he was telling me, “You got guys on your side now. You don’t have to do it all on your own. You have to go through that no more in life. We’re with you.” I know Cal is on my side. He’s just trying to make me the best player I can be.

What’s the hardest part of the game, What’s the hardest part of the game,

the physical or the mental?the physical or the mental?Th e mental.

How does Coach Cal help you with that?

I take a lot of things personally. When he gets on me, yells at me, I just take it so hard, because growin’ up, I never really had a positive role model in my life. Everyone was always on me hard, tellin’ me I never could do nothin’ or be nothin’. So, when he gets on me, I take it hard and I take it personal, and then its hard for me to control my anger and then I can’t play. So, I do what I can to not take it personal, cause I know he’s helping me and I know he loves me.

Do you prefer to start or come off the bench?

Whatever coach wants me to do. I’ll provide the energy and intensity no matter what.

In Houston, you grabbed 22 rebounds. How did that

happen?

I can’t believe it, because I didn’t feel good. I told Big Rich [Rich-ard Hogans] I wasn’t sure if I was gonna have a good game. But then, later in the game, I started telling D. Rose, “Let me have that rebound man. I want 20!”

Who’s the best player you ever played against over

the last four years?

Greg Oden. Th at dude was the strongest player too. He’s really strong.

If you had to guard yourself, what If you had to guard yourself, what

would the scouting report look like?would the scouting report look like?Foul me. Foul me. Foul me. Grab me. And put three guys on me like they’re doin’ now.

Other than making free throws, what is the hard-

est thing for you to do on the basketball court?

Free throws! I talked to Penny [Hardaway] today. He told me it looked like I was using my left hand a little bit too much on my release, so I’ve already been shooting them better in practice.

Do you want 1,000 points?

Th at would be nice. I was trying to get 1,000 points and 1,000 rebounds. I wanted to try and match Keith Lee’s numbers, but that’s real tough.

You’re the number two rebounder and blocked

shots leader in Memphis history. What does it mean

to you to be listed amongst other Tiger greats

like David Vaughn, Kelly Wise, Keith Lee and few

others?

It’s truly a compliment. To be amongst those names is amazing. Even my mom pays attention to those stats now. She watches them more than me!

Only five Tigers have 1,000 rebounds and 1,000

points. What would that mark mean to you?

Man. I’d love to do that. I don’t know some of those stats.

You’re also about to break into the Top ten all-

time of Memphis steals.

Now that’s another stat in my head I have to remember and an-other goal to go aft er. Th ere’s so many of them.

Joey takes a moment to

gather his thoughts.

the basketball questions...


You have now won the most games of any Tiger in

history. How does it feel?

It’s a good feeling, but until I win the National Championship, like I promised Memphis, it really just doesn’t matter.

You’re making 70 percent of your shots. What’s

happening with the other 30 percent of your

shots?

I gotta dunk ‘em!

How do the fans impact you during How do the fans impact you during

games?games?Man. Everybody is so great. I defi nitely feel the energy and sup-port. I’m lovin’ it. We thrive off of that. It really helps.

What is your best play of the year?

Th e block on the Gonzaga player. I got the ball, took it down the court and wind-mill jammed it.

You made the USA Amatuer squad last summer.

What was that like?

Man, I was doin’ it for Memphis. I didn’t want to let Memphis down. I couldn’t get cut! I was working out 2 or 3 times a day with Big Rich [Richard Hogans] to make it happen.

The only two games that team lost, you averaged

three minutes. In the three wins, you averaged al-

most twenty minutes. What happened there?

Man. I had to call Coach and ask him about that. I wanted to play. He just told me he was gonna play me. So when I got in, for the third game, I was excited. I just went all out.

You’ve been a part of top ranked and championship

caliber teams throughout your career. Has it just

been luck?

God’s just put me on the right path.

Ultimate Fighting or Boxing?

Both. Sometimes I put “Big City” in a headlock and put him to sleep.

Who would win in a cage-match, you or Who would win in a cage-match, you or

Big Rich (Richard Hogans)?Big Rich (Richard Hogans)?Did you see the UAB game?

Who is your favorite character on Friends?

Oh, man. I’m thinking about the guy from Seinfeld. Um--- Kram-er!

Not Joey?

Oh I got it.

What is your favorite movie?

Norbit.

How many hours a day do you play video games, two

or four?

Th at’s not a fair question.

If it’s not two or four, it must be six?

Are you joking? I don’t have that kind of time man. And I can’t even play without hitting two or three buttons at a time anyway. My hands are too big. I would need special controllers to keep up with Chris [Douglas-Roberts.]

Do you have a nickname?

Uh. Well, Joey is my nickname. My real name is Richard. All my friends used to call me Joey because that’s what a baby kangaroo is called and I used to be real active and crazy.

What does the “E” stand for in Richard E. Dorsey?

You are not gonna make me say that are you?

Not if you don’t want to.

O.K. You can fi gure it out this way: Elmer Fudd. You should get it from there.

Did you buy any furniture from Ashley?

I need to! I need to get some fi nancial aid from the school and get down there! [Editor’s note: Th is was a joke. Don’t call the NCAA.]

What would the Joey Dorsey reality What would the Joey Dorsey reality

show be called? show be called? I’d say “Joey of Love.”

You do not give many interviews. Why is that? Are

you shy?

Defi nitely shy. Very shy, man. You’re always trying to think of what question is coming next, how people are gonna make it look the next day and trying to just answer with the way you really feel. Th is one ain’t hard though, ‘cause we’re just sittin’ around clownin’.

How do you want Memphians to remember you after

this season?

Th e greatest rebounder that came through Memphis.

You are my kids’ favorite player. My nine year old

daughter, Bailey wants to know if When you were

nine, did you know you’d be a superstar?

No way. I had no idea.

Keep it up Joey!

I’m gonna keep doin’ my best for Memphis!

The tough questions...

The End

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MEMPHIS MADE

etc., where not as much of a commitment was required.” Richard’s European upbringing, as well as his passion for soccer, gave him a diff erent view.

Th is philosophical diff erence led Bute to create the Memphis Football Club (MFC) in 1990, and since then he’s never looked back. “If [soccer] is something that is in your heart, this is your place,” he’s always told hopefuls. “I will push you. I will make you a good player. But if you’re just in it for fun, and there’s nothing wrong with that, you will not survive.”

Fundamentally, Bute’s objective in coaching has never been to entertain nor

Spanning ’81 -’84, Richard Bute starred as goal-keeper for our very own Memphis Americans (remember Tony Carbogniani?), his family always in attendance at the Mid-South Coliseum for home games. “It’s a story you can only dream [of ],” he says. “Not only are you in a strange country, but they welcome you like you are some kind of hero.”

Th e Americans were sold to Las Vegas prior to the 1985 season, but the Bute’s had already made Memphis their home. So Richard put his playing days behind him and began what has become a 23 year career in local soccer coaching and administration. His fi ve year stint with the Germantown Soccer Association from 1985-1990 led to his creation of the renowned Germantown Fury club team which still thrives today.

According to Bute, however, Germantown’s club team wasn’t fi ring on all cylinders back then. “[Some parents] just didn’t know any better,” says Bute. “Th ey wanted it to run like the school organized teams, like baseball, basketball,

Lost inside Chicago’s O’Hare International Airport on March 6th of 1980, Richard Bute planned

to be in America for one year. His native land of Poland was set to begin its solidarity movement and transition from communism to democracy. With the Polish-American Lighting soccer squad as his ride, Bute knew a modest $5,000 or $10,000 player/coach salary not only would pave the way for his return home to a free Poland, it would also set his family up fi nancially for life.

“But things never work the way you plan,” says Richard.

At 34 years of age and with over 15 years of professional playing experience, Bute thought he was nearing retirement. Th at is, until the Hartford Hellions discovered him. With an off er of $12,000 for three months of goal-tending on the table, Richard knew the impact those resources could have back home. So, he hesitantly accepted the deal, moved to Connecticut and began play in the MISL (Major Indoor Soccer League). His plans to return home to his wife and children, although postponed a bit, remained in place.

Or did they? In 1980, Richard won MISL Goal-Keeper of the Year and was off ered a 3 year extension with the Hellions. Fighting through the quagmire of citizenship regulations and visa processes, Bute secured plans for his wife and children to join him in America and signed the new contract. A fl ight was scheduled, but this time it was his family that was to board the plane. He wasn’t going anywhere.

Or was he? As fate would have it, the Hartford Hellions were sold in 1981 and became the Memphis Americans. Yet another life-altering event was thrust upon the Butes. And to Memphis’ benefi t, this Polish family made it here just fi ne.

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to give kids a social outlet; it’s been to challenge kids and help them reach their fullest potential. “Kids never will admit this, but they want discipline. Th ey see the value in it.”

20 years in, the MFC has graduated over 1,000 players from its program (minimum of 3 years participation required), sent over 260 players to college on scholarship and led 15 players to professional soccer careers. Well-known stars Carey Talley, Ross Paule, Jonny Walker, Richard Mulrooney, Tony Kuhn, Tony McManus, Michael Krauss, Cindy Parlow and others graduated from the MFC and represented Memphis all over the world, from the MLS to the Olympic Games and even the World Cup.

“We knew the program was right, the approach right,” Richard says. “We’ve grown from 1 team to 22 teams and maintain both boys and girls clubs. From time to time, we enjoyed tremendous success in competitions, local, regional, national and international ones.”

Bute readily admits that he couldn’t do it on his own. “I don’t take credit for it,” he acknowledges. “I have about 12 coaches working with me, guys that have played for me. Some of them just because they love the sport and for the love of the game. I’m only as good as they are.”

Richard Bute played 19 years of professional soccer, winning championships, MVP trophies and All-Star awards. He’s served in leadership positions for US Olympic Development, the US National Team and the State of Tennessee. He’s won multiple Coach of the Year Awards at various levels throughout his career.

But on a day to day basis, he remains focused on doing what he can for soccer at its grass roots. “I’ll do anything that helps the game of soccer,” he says. “And you could write a book about the story of soccer in Memphis. Th ere is so much to discuss and enjoy.”

Sure. But would that be the case if Richard had moved back to Poland in 1980? Probably not. M

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by MAGGIE LOUIE

I fi nd it hard to believe that anyone would mistake my Chic in the Field humor column for hard-hitting Pulitzer-seeking journalism, but a skirmish at the WTA Cellular South Cup reminded me there will always be someone who just doesn’t get it. I would like to clarify to anyone who might be confused, that this column is a satire, a comedy, not serious, of a humorous bent, persifl age, utter lampoonery! It is specifi cally a parody of a woman sports writer who knows nothing about sports. I am not a journalist; I am a satirist, humorist, smart@##off agus, banter-ologist, wit-mincer and heavyweight oral pugilist. So for those who are humor challenged please: Stop reading my column! You know it’s only going to upset you.

So the rumble all started when I was standing in the press pit snapping away pics of Venus Williams, and a woman approached me. At fi rst I thought she was just walking by, but then she slowed and blurted out, “I think your piece on ‘Speed Dating with the Memphis Grizz’ was an insult to women journalists everywhere. You have set the industry back 20 years.”

She had the grace and delivery of an anxious seventh grader orating an over-rehearsed book report. I gave her the double thumbs up, a huge smile and replied, “Th anks!”

What a Tinkerhead! Saying my column has set back women journalism is like saying Steven Colbert’s Th e Colbert Report is an aff ront to Peter Jennings’ World News Tonight. It’s like saying Dave Chappelle is an insult to Bryant Gumbel. I mean, come on… I’m not exactly portraying myself as

Jane Pauley. Tinkerhead was still doing a slow speed

walk-by when she turned her fl ush red face back to me and

struck out another feebly aimed bite, “I just thought you ought to

know.”

“I’m fl attered you think my column weighs in so heavily that I could drag down the entire industry! Th at is impressive.”

At that she fumed off in an unsatisfi ed fury. Girls are so cute when they stomp.

I did think it the capstone of irony that a fellow woman in media would verbally attack a colleague while they were both working a national tennis match, especially in the name of defending the professional image of women in the industry. Kinda looks… well… UNPROFESSIONAL!

CHIC IN THE FIELD

A Mean BackstrokeA Mean Backstroke

“I think your piece on “I think your piece on

‘Speed Dating with the ‘Speed Dating with the

Memphis Grizz’ was an Memphis Grizz’ was an

insult to women journalists insult to women journalists

everywhere. You have set the everywhere. You have set the

industry back 20 years.”industry back 20 years.”


Not wanting her backhand to throw me off my game, I tried to refocus on the match. By the time I fi gured out which one was Ms. Williams, and what the whole object of tennis was, it was over. Honestly, I don’t get what the big deal is. Hit the ball. Run. Hit the ball. Run. Hit the ball. Run.

In the unexpected upset of the tournament, Venus Williams lost! Just like that. It was over.

Milling around the media room, some speculated that she’d lost on purpose. Others just heaped adulations and praise on the underestimated skill of 17-year-old Czech beauty, Kvitova, predicting her future rise to stardom and subsequent modeling career.

Th e clamor quieted as they escorted one tired and wilted Venus Williams into the hot seat of the press stage. I had planned on asking her all my usually smart questions like “What’d ya eat before the big game?” but that seemed pretty silly. Who wants to read about what an athlete ate before losing. I was gonna rag on her boyfriend, but that seemed cruel given the circumstances. Just then, “Th e Venus” entered the room. She sagged dispiritedly, far too big for the tiny chair. Her eyes glistened with held back tears and her mouth shook with constrained sorrow. Her arms crossed, holding her elbows as if bracing herself. A reporter from Atlanta launched into the fi rst question about why she’d lost. “I made some mistakes,” Venus answered. “Everyone is playing good these days.” Her voice quivered with every word betraying her anguish.

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Why do we play sports?

Why do we exhaust ourselves endlessly chasing

one another within fence enclosed grassy meadows or

frustrate ourselves by attempting to thwart the laws

of physics that dictate an object at rest will remain at rest

or punish ourselves with the unnatural pursuit of

conquering environments we have no business

wading into?

Why? Because it is there. Because the human

spirit won’t take no for an answer. Because adrenaline is

a drug that feeds the soul. And because for those lucky

few able to run faster, jump higher, throw farther and

dive deeper, glory awaits.

So we play.

But not all of us are built for speed. Fewer still are built

to absorb the punishment sports inflict. And

none of us are eternally sixteen years old.

So we get hurt.

But we don’t mind. Even the biggest,

strongest, and fastest of us get hurt. We

accept that as part of sport. What we

don’t like, what we detest, is not being

able to play.

That’s where Campbell Clinic

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Our sports medicine staff specializes in

getting athletes off the training table and

back on the field as quickly as possible. But

we’re not just experts in sports medicine,

we’re also the leader in general orthopaedics.

So is it any wonder that the most serious of

athletes, those from the professional and

college ranks, choose Campbell Clinic?

And if people whose careers are dependent

upon healthy bodies think we’re the best, then

odds are we’re a pretty good choice for weekend

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who turns an ankle, wrenches a back or twists a wrist.

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Looking at her sitting on the stage like a captured bunny, squirming under our dissecting Q&A, it was no surprise that she only answered three questions before fl eeing. Later in the night there were even more accusations that she’d lost the game intentionally; got the purse and bailed. I have to say, that was not my impression. Th e look on her face was a look of humility not shame; it didn’t say “good, now I can go home,” it said “I just got whipped by a kid.”

I came back the next day, but Venus didn’t stay to play the doubles match. I started to watch the Andy Roddick match but once again, Tinkerhead tried to turn the match into a misguided pro-feminist forum, this time enlisting the aid of another colleague to try and have me ejected from the media pit… to no avail.

I would like to address Tinkerhead directly, and say that this is America where we observe certain rights like freedom of the press. If you really consider yourself a woman in the media, then you should understand that better than most.Looking at her sitting on the stage like a captured bunny, squirming under our dissecting Q&A, it was no surprise that she only answered three questions before fl eeing. Later in the night there were even more accusations that she’d lost the game intentionally; got the purse and bailed. I have to say, that was not my impression. Th e look on her face was a look of humility not shame; it didn’t say “good, now I can go home,” it said “I just got whipped by a kid.” As one of Memphis’ Woman Wrestlers I will be more than happy to smack you around in the ring. Oh, it’s on… like Donkey Kong! M

Many of Memphis’ more prominent annual sporting events share a common tie: support for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Not only do these competitions bring excitement for sports fans and stimulate the economy of the Bluff City, these activities help raise funds and awareness for one of Memphis’ more valuable assets, the children of St. Jude.

FEBRUARY - REGIONS MORGAN KEEGAN CHAMPIONSHIP AND CELLULAR SOUTH CUP Since St. Jude became the benefi ciary in 1993, the tournament has helped raise more than $3 million for patient care and pediatric HIV/AIDS research at the hospital. Th is year’s tournament featured some of the top names in the sport including Venus Williams, Andy Roddick, and Lindsey Davenport.

JUNE - STANFORD ST. JUDE CHAMPIONSHIPFormerly known as the FedEx St. Jude Classic, the tournament’s title sponsor Stanford Financial Group came on board in 2007 and implemented tournament enhancements that include online ticket purchasing, improved on-site corporate hospitality, and an exclusive agreement with the GOLF channel.

Th e most signifi cant change was establishing Eagles for St. Jude. As a year-round fundraising campaign, Stanford will donate $1,000 to St. Jude for each eagle carded on the season’s PGA Tour.

OCTOBER - MEMPHIS 250Prior to meeting up on the track and racing to the sound of cheering fans, many participating NASCAR drivers of the race, formerly known as the Sam’s Town 250, visit the patients at St. Jude to sign autographs, and pose for photographs.

Many of the sport’s biggest names, including Denny Hamlin, J.J. Yeley and Kenny Wallace, have teamed up to raise funds for St. Jude through the Racing to Save Lives program. NASCAR fans are directed to an online site where they can create “pit crews” and invite friends and families to donate to St. Jude.

DECEMBER - ST. JUDE MEMPHIS MARATHON WEEKENDSince taking over the marathon in 2002, St. Jude has added a 5K race to the marathon and half marathon races. Last year, race weekend welcomed more than 11,000 runners from all over the country. Coupled with funds, select race participants raise as St. Jude Heroes, the St. Jude Memphis Marathon Weekend

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typically generates more than $1 million for the hospital.

DECEMBER - AUTOZONE LIBERTY BOWL During the last days of the year, college football fans gather at the Liberty Bowl Memorial Stadium for the annual AutoZone Liberty Bowl game featuring top teams from Conference USA and the SEC. Players from each participating team visit patients before the big game to talk a little football and encourage the children as they continue their fi ght for life. During the halft ime performance, St. Jude patients are invited to share the main stage with the musical guests, such as LeAnn Rimes, Taylor Hicks and Little Richard. In addition to the national awareness from the bowl game, AutoZone Liberty Bowl offi cials host a yearly golf tournament that has raised more than $1 million for the hospital.

St. Jude, founded by the late entertainer Danny Th omas, opened in 1962. As the premier center for the research and treatment of pediatric cancer and other catastrophic childhood diseases, St. Jude has treated children from all 50 states and around the world. In addition to childhood cancers, St. Jude is researching and treating illnesses such as sickle cell

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disease, pediatric HIV/AIDS, blood, bone and genetic disorders. Families at St. Jude are never turned away for the inability to pay for treatments.

Kevin Nienhuis, Sports Marketing Manager at ALSAC (the fundraising organization of St. Jude), works closely with the staff of each of these local sporting events and appreciates the hard work they provide on behalf of the fans and the kids of St. Jude.

“Because of dedicated volunteers and staff who are committed to producing fi rst-rate sports competitions, Memphians and the kids of St. Jude benefi t tremendously,” Nienhuis says. “Merging our city’s love of sports with a true desire to make a diff erence for the children at St. Jude has resulted in some of the country’s best sports matches.”

Whatever your sport preference, these Memphis sporting events are all winners in the eyes of the kids of St. Jude. M

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GET FIT

with only seconds between rounds to recuperate and collect your thoughts.

Arguably, the most important physical activity required of a boxer is running. Boxing requires miles and miles of roadwork in all types of weather and conditions. Many health benefi ts come from running as it promotes oxygen and rich blood fl ow to large muscle groups in the body for higher performance. Roadwork provides the fi ghter with

high lung capacity or “wind.” Without it a fi ghter will not have the stamina to compete at high levels.

Other physical training activities boxing off ers include strength conditioning for improved power and speed bag training to sharpen coordination. Th ere are techniques that improve agility and balance which give a boxer craft y footwork to position his/her body to both throw and avoid punches. Sparring places

fi ghters in actual fi ght situations to test their skills.

Making it through the diffi culties of training requires a certain toughness of its participants. Toughness is oft en referred to in the physical but it can also be referenced as an expression to describe a boxer’s mental state of mind.

Faced with challenges in and out of the ring boxers learn early in their career to be mentally tough. Mental toughness manifests itself when a fi ghter refuses to quit. It may be when he is up against stiff opposition in the ring, in training or in life. A mentally tough boxer may bend, but his will can not be broken.

Aspects of mental preparations such as learning to control your emotions, learning to face opposition, focusing on your task and being prepared for any scenario builds self confi dence.

A great infl uence boxing has is its impact on community. Amateur boxing gyms off er the youth something diff erent from more traditional sports. Th ese amateur gyms off er a place for youth to go and get off the street. Th ere is a great amateur program and gym here in the Memphis area, Prize Fight Boxing Gym (Southaven, MS) that off ers amateur boxing training at no charge. Th e Memphis Police Boxing Gym is also a cornerstone of amateur boxing in Memphis. Th ey off er training

While the controversial stereotypes about boxing get the most attention, at the core of the sport are fundamentals such as controlled aggression, agility, self preservation and opportunity, valuable tools not only in the ring, but in life as well.

Largely, boxing preparations have less to do with fi ghting and more to do with personal improvement, whether it be physical advancements such as developing hand speed, mental improvements like sharpening focus, or establishing emotional connections through relationships. Th e characteristics and infl uences associated with boxing greatly impact those involved in the sport and tip its balance towards the overall betterment of the boxer.

You may have heard the saying, “No pain. No gain.” Fighter’s bodies endure the pain of training on a daily basis to gain the benefi ts of strength and conditioning. While it is true that some men and women come by physique naturally, most work for years to achieve a sculpted, solid frame. A perfect physique is not a prerequisite for a boxer, but it tends to be visible gage of a fi ghter’s conditioning.

Championship fi ghts are twelve rounds. Twelve three-minute rounds with one minute between for rest. Th at presents a potential for thirty-six minutes of fi erce competitive and highly aerobic activity

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Most boxing trainers are dedicated teachers of the sport. Th ey off er valuable lessons and are able to provide much needed discipline and guidance in life to kids who don’t receive it at home.

Gym owners, managers and trainers oft en grow to be father fi gures by teaching life as well as boxing. Young kids that come to them, weened from the wrong side of the tracks, receive invaluable encouragement to straighten out their lives.

Boxing requires sweat and sometimes takes blood. It leaves fi ghters with black eyes, sore jaws and sometimes cuts. Th e sport of boxing also gives and what it gives extends outside the ring. It helps fi ghters grow and trainers teach.

In training, one can gain the benefi ts of living physically fi t lives.

Th rough mental preparations one can learn control and strategy that translates to all aspects of life.

Th rough community, boxing has a full gamut of positive impact from economy to relationships to life. M

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What do these Hall of Fame athletes know that you don’t? Th ey know the truth about Chiropractic. Th ey consider Chiropractic care key to their success and longevity.

Chiropractic is based on the scientifi c fact that your body is a self-healing, self-regulating being. Every cell, every tissue, and absolutely every organ in your body is controlled by the brain, spinal cord and a network of over twelve miles of nerves that run throughout the entire body.

Chiropractic is becoming a more prevalent healthcare choice by professional and amateur athletes alike. Chiropractic is being utilized by more college, Olympic and professional teams to get and keep their athletes healthy and performing at their optimal level in competition. Chiropractic care is not limited to the older elite athletes, but young athletes are benefi ting from being able to perform at higher levels correctly without injuring themselves.

When your body is in better alignment, your nervous system is able to fi re on all pistons. Th is leads to better performance, fewer injuries and quicker recovery times. Research studies done by Drs. Anthony Lauro and Brian Mouch, published in the Journal of Chiropractic Research and Clinical investigation, indicate that chiropractic care might improve athletic performance by as much as 16.7% over a two week period. Participants in the study showed improvements in many areas like hand-eye coordination, increase muscle fi ring speed and improved proprioception when compared to the control group.

Top professionals in just about every sport are under chiropractic care to enhance performance and increase their health and wellness. Th e following are just a few major league athletes that are under regular chiropractic care.

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LANCE ARMSTRONGSeven time Tour de France winner Lance Armstrong has been receiving chiropractic care since January of 1999. Aft er last year’s Tour de France, Lance said that he could not have won without his chiropractor’s help.

BARRY BONDS Generally regarded as the best player in the major leagues today, he has proven himself, year aft er year, by raising his level of play to that of the all-time greats of the game. “I go to my chiropractor on a regular basis, because I want to prolong my career as long as possible,” he states. “I see him about once a week, in between my training (sessions). By getting an adjustment once a week from him, I feel I can sustain my career a lot longer.”

ARNOLD SCHWARZENEGGER“I am very fortunate to have, so-to-speak, my in-house chiropractor, Dr. Franco Colombu, as my own personal chiropractor. So, I visit Franco regularly, and he comes over to my house. He adjusts my wife, my kids, me, everybody gets an adjustment. And we feel always great when Franco leaves.”

EMMITT SMITHAn article in the Fort Worth Star-Telegram explains it all started aft er the 1994 season, when Smith endured numerous injuries. He began to ask himself some tough questions. “Do I need to get more rest? Do I need to eat better? Do I need to fi nd a chiropractor? It was time for me to invest in me,” Smith said. “I found a specialist that’s really good in balancing out my body to make sure my hips are rotated right, and my body is functioning properly. I remember somebody telling me that what I put myself in during the games is like having a car wreck every Sunday. It’s against the norm. But if you take advantage of the health care, balance your body back out, put it back where it’s supposed to be, you function better, and you recover faster.” M

Dr. Michael A. Bibb graduated fr om Dr. Michael A. Bibb graduated fr om Palmer College of Chiropractic in 2006 Palmer College of Chiropractic in 2006 and currently operates a family chiropractic and currently operates a family chiropractic facility based in Cordova, TN.facility based in Cordova, TN.

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Shaking the chill off aft er a long winter and becoming more active isn’t always so simple. Habits are formed aft er repetition of a given activity for 21 days in a row. So if you’ve been glued to the Tigers’ basketball games by your hypnotic HDTV all season long then we might have some undesirable habits to get rid of in order to get ready for a great summer.

1 Let’s not make mountains out of mole hills. Whether you need to lose 100 pounds or you just want to be able to

run a 5k, the key is not to bite off more than you can chew. Say to yourself, today I am cutting out fast food and I am walking for 10 minutes. Th en, repeat that procedure for a few days and then add something new to your daily goal. Now remember what the experts say, do it for 21 days and you have yourself a habit. Th is time it’s a good habit.

2Measure yourself. How long does it take you to walk around your block and what did you weigh this morning? We all like

to see that we are improving as we invest time and eff ort. It’s a great motivational tool that keeps you going and it’s an indicator of your improvement and gains in conditioning as well as your weight loss.

3Get involved with other like minded people. Th ere are numerous options available to Memphians. I am a member

of Memphis Th under Racing, a local triathlon team. Th ere are also running clubs and cycling clubs like Memphis Runners Track Club and Memphis Hightailers Cycling. Th ere are lots of great chances to be involved with like-minded people that will give you the extra motivation, knowledge and support you need to Shake Th e Chill Off !!!

For more info on how to become involved contact www.memphisthunderracing.com, www.memphisrunners.com or www.memphishightailers.com.

Shaking theShaking the Chill Off Chill Off

by DOUG RUDDLE

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Faux Pas #1LIFTING OBJECTS WITH

INCORRECT FORM

It may not be the one time someone bends the wrong way that can cause injury, but injury may result from the repetition of the incorrect form of lift ing. Such injuries include a possible disc bulge in the lower back or a muscle strain in the legs and/or back. Bending with your back straight while bending at the knees keeps your back in proper alignment and does not place stress on your disc. Improper body mechanics as well as a slumped sitting position are two of the most common causes of a disc bulge. It is also important to keep the load you are lift ing as close to the spine as possible to prevent excessive load on the spine. Th e further away the object you are lift ing is from your spine, the more torque is placed on it.

Faux Pas #2LIFTING DUMBBELLS WITH

YOUR ARMS AT AN IMPROPER HEIGHT

People commonly lift weights out to the side with their arms, such as with lateral raise. Th is is correct as long as you keep your arms lift ed below shoulder height, or 90 degrees. When one elevates their arms out to the side above shoulder height or above 90 degrees, they risk injury to their rotator cuff muscles. Lift ing the arms higher than 90 degrees impinges the muscles (rotator cuff s) into the bone that lies directly about them.

Faux Pas #3PERFORMING AN INCORRECT

ABDOMINAL CRUNCH

People especially want to target their stomachs when preparing for bikini season.

Performing a crunch incorrectly can cause neck problems as well as hurt your lower back. Pulling your neck up, crunching your middle together will not give you the six-pack you were hoping for, but a neck strain and possibly a bigger gut than the one you started out with.

You can place your hands behind your head (do not pull on your neck). Pretend there is an orange between your chest and tip of your chin and you do not want to squeeze it. Next, keep your lower back pressed against the fl oor while you lift your chest towards the ceiling, keeping your trunk as straight as possible.

Five Fitness Faux PasFive Fitness Faux PasBy Erin Maddox, PT, DPT

Spring time is around the corner. As everyone is hitting the gym in hopes to fi ne tune their beach body or lose a couple pounds before summer, there are a few common mistakes that I, as a physical therapist, see when working out in the gym. Unfortunately,these errors can often lead to injuries requiring treatment by a physical therapist.

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Faux Pas #4PERFORMING REPETITIONS TOO

FAST

Always lift weights slowly and in a controlled manner. You will be using the momentum of your body if you lift too fast, and you will not properly work your muscles. Performing exercises too quickly are commonly seen on the cable weight machine and will lead to unsuccessful results. It can also set you up for an injury such as a muscle strain. Th e slower you perform the repetitions, the more tension you place on your muscles resulting in more strength and muscle tone.

Faux Pas #5LIFTING WEIGHTS WHICH ARE

TOO HEAVY

When you lift too much weight, not only can it cause a muscle strain or a disc problem, but you are also using the momentum of your body instead of the muscle you are trying to target. You will notice your body compensating in order to complete the full range of the repetition. Th is could cause a back injury instead of strengthening your biceps. A good guideline to go by–when you can complete 30 repetitions slow and controlled without fatigue, increase your weight by one or two pounds. And remember, if you’re looking for tone, think more repetitions with lighter weights. On the other hand, if it’s bulk you are looking for, keep the above tips in mind while lift ing heavier weights with fewer repetitions.

Please remember these are helpful hints to prevent injury and improve your physical fi tness. It is important to remember to consult with your doctor or a physical therapist before performing any strenuous exercise. M

Erin Maddox has a Doctorate Degree in Physical Th erapy and currently works at Th e Smith Clinic for Physical Th erapy in Cordova.

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TAILGATING

1. Dave Bronczek, Judy Bronczek and Harold Byrd

2. Tony Beckett

3. Barry and Liz Fowler

4. Cierra Johnson and Naysha Scott

5. Vicki and Julie Moff ett

6. Richard Fitzgerald, Lindsey Smith, Kim Smith, Chris Morgan and Joe House

7. Kate Howard and Elisha McCoy

8. Henry Posey

9. First Tennessee Working Money

10. Carole and David Merritt

11. Brian and Christie Johnston

12. Zach Wade

February 23, 2008 photos by MIKE BULLARD

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NNot too many years ago, Memphis wrestling was the envy of everyone involved in the “sport.” Lance Russell and Dave Brown owned the ratings which were out of sight. But, not many people remember that modern TV wrestling actually began on Channel 5. In those days (1959), Channel 5 was WMCT and therein lies a story.

WMCT moved from its cramped quarters at the old Goodwyn Institute building on the corner of Th ird and Madison to a new state-of-the-art studio at Union and Rembert. Channel 5 staff ers thought they had died and gone to Heaven. Wow, what a place.

To show off our new digs, the powers that be decided we would put on live wrestling. Th at way, without being too obvious, our new place would be shown in its best light (or something like that). Now, they needed an announcer to get the thing rolling and guess who got the job. I was fi lling in as the TV “booth announcer” on Saturday morning and this day I was goofi ng off in the lunch room when I was asked if I’d like to do a wrestling show.

“Why not,” I said and my wrestling career was launched.

TThe promoter was Buddy Fuller and we hit it off at square one. I knew little to nothing about wrestling, so he gave me a quick rundown. Top wristlock and stepover toe hold were the two holds I remembered and I was ready to go.

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JACK’S BACK

Rowdy Red Roberts,Rowdy Red Roberts, Sputnik Monroe Sputnik Monroe

and Me and Me

Th e fi rst show was a hoot. I quickly became a fan of the “good guy” and I loathed the “bad guy.” Rowdy Red Roberts is the fi rst one I got mixed up with. Red was a “bad guy” and he played the part to the hilt. Aft er one really “bad” performance I went up to the ring with mic in hand and said, “Roberts you are a disgrace! You are despicable, a rotten human being and the worst person in the world.” He looked at me and said, “I think you are a lousy announcer and I don’t like you either.” Bingo–my kind of guy.

MMy favorite was Sputnik Monroe (pictured). He looked like a bad guy, bushy eyebrows, curled lip, a booming voice and a bad attitude. One day he and Billy Wicks were wrestling. All of a sudden Monroe threw Billy out of the ring and then body slammed him on the concrete fl oor. Wicks wasn’t hurt, but I lost it. I gave Monroe the very devil. What I said to Rowdy Red was tame compared to what I said to Monroe. Poor ol’ Sputnik didn’t know what hit him. He looked a little befuddled and then he caught on to my act. He gave it right back and the Monroe-Wicks “feud” was born. I should be ashamed of what happened next. I blasted Monroe at every chance as if he was the worst person in the free world–a low life who should be put out of his misery. I had Wicks and Monroe coming into the station by diff erent entrances so they wouldn’t get into a fi ght. What hokum!

But it worked–boy, did it ever. Th ey had the “grudge” match at Russwood Park and 17,500 people bought tickets to see the show. It was the largest crowd ever to see a wrestling match. And it all started ringside at 1960 Union.

Buddy Fuller moved the show to Channel 13 in the fall of 1959. I got the job as play-by-play announcer for the Ole Miss football games, so I had to leave the wrestling show. Aft er a short stint by my buddy Dick Hawley, Lance Russell took over and for the next 20 years he was wrestling in Memphis. I like to think I got him started. I’m not sure when Dave Brown came along, but he just added to the success of the show.

Wrestling in Memphis--now you know how it all got started. M

by JACK EATON photo courtesy MEMPHISWRESTLINGHISTORY.COM

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