E-mailed 8/31/11
Well, this didn't take long:
(1) BYU didn't say it was interested but didn't say it wasn't, either. Says possible midget Dan Ubben: "It's going to be a difficult decision for the program, but ultimately, one it looks like the school is going to entertain." So you're saying there's a chance? This can't be a bad thing.
(2) Don't panic, says Mike Alden. That means one thing: time to panic. As you all know I'm a big Mike Alden guy, but I don't like his associations with known liar Frank Haith. In his statement, Alden flat out lies to Mizzou fans: "Dan Beebe, as our Commissioner, is focused on maintaining the Big 12 as a strong and viable league in college athletics." Much like in the Haith case, the facts say otherwise. The good news is, he tells some truths later in the statement: "Rest assured that the Mizzou "brand" is extremely strong nationally. We are the flagship institution of the State of Missouri with nearly 6 million residents who passionately follow our University and the Tigers. As a proud member of the prestigious Association of American Universities, we are equally proud of the national recognition Mizzou Athletics has received for our academic, social and competitive accomplishments. Our success wouldn't be possible without the great support of our students, faculty, staff, alumni and fans."
(3) Mike DeArmond of the KC Star sides with the truthful Alden. He states: "That puts Missouri in a position not of being a provocateur but of a girl walking down the street well aware that a bunch of guys are giving her the eyeball."
Conclusions: There are going to be lots of ups-and-downs between now and the kickoff of the 2012 football season. Right now, other than not having a basketball coach, I don't think the word is ending for Mizzou athletics. kU is cuddled up to us, asking for protection, and there is a chance BYU might come on board to save our current defunct league. Things could be much worse.
Until next time,
Doug
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