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World Championship: third win for Anand
Update: video added.
After winning the 6th match game today, reigning world champion Viswanathan Anand increased his lead even further. Three points down, challenger Vladimir Kramnik finds himself in a hopeless situation half-way the match.
Before the game Anand was leading 3.5-1.5 and everybody wondered: would Kramnik go for a win, or would he follow the advice of Kasparov, who said "he should just worry about surviving [...] after such a blunder in game five, then decide on a game plan for the final six games"?
Following the opening of the sixth round, it appeared that Kramnik was having similar thoughts as Kasparov's, when he went for the Classical Nimzo-Indian with 4?¢'Ǩ¬¶d5 and 6?¢'Ǩ¬¶Qf5. However, it turned out that Anand himself was in the mood for more than just a quiet ending.
The Indian avoided the ending with 7.Qb3 and two moves later he brought an interesting novelty, again taking the initative as it comes to opening theory. This time Kramnik reacted quicker than in previous games, but still he found himself in a slightly worse ending around move 15.
And then Anand just outplayed Kramnik. His advantage got bigger, he won a pawn, he won another one and easily countered his opponent's threats that weren't really serious threats anyway. His pieces seemed to lack coordination, but Anand managed to untangle and convert his material quite elegantly.
And so we're suddenly left with the second half of the match still to be played, but nobody believes it will be a real fight anymore ?¢'Ǩ'Äú the general consensus is that Anand has won the match today. For the first time he actually smiled several times during the press conference.
There were a few more photographers than in game 2-5, because...
...former world champion Anatoly Karpov (left to UEP President J. Resch)
came up on stage today to play the first move
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5 years 6 months ago
kramnik , in a sense plays like Botwinnik, prefers positional game. as the result, he gets into trouble in games which offer scope to tactical chess ; remember the positional wizard botwinnik's debacle against the tactical/sacrificial genius of tal.
my conclusion is positional players are scared of games which turn tactical as they progress. ii) remember kramnik's match defeat against shirov, another tactical player. iii) i think, anand is mixing his own brand of chess with the shirovian/tal-like play , playing unconventional/aggressive moves/openings to unsettle kramnik and so far he has succeeded enormously. SEE HIS MERAN SET UP GAMES AND TODAY'S 6TH ROUND GAME WHERE HE GOES FOR H3, G4, Bg2, Rg1 etc., this kind of play has demoralised kramnik.
Pieter Priems
5 years 6 months ago
Anand is just a much beter chess player!
Your reasons are just crazy, how about you?
Dr. R. R. Ayyar
5 years 6 months ago
Oh1 What a game! We saw Anand at his best. It is very difficult for Kramnik to come back now.
Dear Pieter
I was offering reasons on behalf of Kramnik supporters. I find it hypocritical that chess websites like chessbase.com no longer provide detailed analysis of the games...why? If Kramnik had won we would have had all and sundry trotting out detailed analysis and the depth of his play;
Instead we have Karpov stating something to the effect that Anand is mechanical! Similarly if you look at "experts" such as Malcolm Pein and others, they were busy forecasting Kramnik's decisive victory. Among all the experts, only Kasparov (who actually understands chess) suggested that Anand might win
Topalov called me: he is verry happy.
(Who won this game???)
Anand will really deserve the crown now and the chessworld will accept him as the true World Champion!
I don't know what is wrong with Kramnik at this moment.
Anand seems in great shape, while Kramnik isn't.
Remember that Anand is much the older of the 2 also!!
Anand is a worthy champion! Let's hope he crushes Kamsky next year! :)
@ajay, I didn't notice anyone "busy forecasting Kramnik?¢'Ǩ'Ñ¢s decisive victory" before the match. Almost everyone thought it would be very close and come down to one game or tiebreaks. No one predicted this kind of match AFAIK.
It is totally ludicrous for patzers to offer comments such as "Kramnik plays like Botvinnik", "Kramnik is not comfortable against sharp tactical play", "Anand does not play positional chess" etc. These world champions likely have a depth of understanding that us patzers cannot possibly comprehend. Kramnik is losing simply because of his poor form and because of Anand's superior preparation for this match. It is not because he cannot play against sharp, tactical opponents.
Dear Theo.
the reason is that Anand comes with his wife while Kramnik left his wife alone in Paris.
Dear Theo.
the reason is that Anand comes with his wife while Kramnik left his wife alone.
So it seems the match is over, what do you think?
Parece que el match ya esta decidido, estais de acuerdo?
yandr0s - www.unodecuatro.wordpress.com
Alesh Benko
5 years 6 months ago
Topalov is the best! He is number 1 in the rating list, and he outplayed Anand in the last tourney they ve played together.
And we will se the return of our Topa!!
Besides, i dont think Anand is playing that great at all, it just seem Kramnik is playing liker an average 2480 IM....
5 years 6 months ago
To Alesh Benko
got a feel that topolov may not beat kamsky in the first place
5 years 6 months ago
To Alesh Benko,
Kindly check the live official rating, Tapolov is no more Number 1, it is the Tiger from India and with regard to Anand's play, i am sure if Anand was in the position as Kramnik is today, Kramnik would have been called "GENIUS". It was one of the rare defeats in Bilbao, let us see whether Tapolov will be able to beat Kamsky. Topalov is not known for consistency.
Be humble and accept, Anand is playing at this best, his preparation has depth which is putting Kramnik under pressure and forcing to make mistakes.
Pradeep John
5 years 6 months ago
Anand after winning this match will become world champion under three different formats - Knock Out(2000), Tournament(2007), Match(2008) and add to this World Rapid champion(2003)
Only Botvinnik won under two formats Tournament and Match.
Anand will be a very unique world champion among all World champions.
5 years 6 months ago
@Alesh Benko: Good thing Topalov didn't get his seat in the forthcoming challenger match by being crushed by that same average IM Kramnik (2480) you were mentioning...
Anand is playing like Kramnik in Elista 2006 and Kramnik is playing now like Topalov in 2006.
Kramnik plays very nervousely.
ps. Rc7 by Kramnik would be ansewered by Bh6.
I won against Hiarcs in a Blitz game, look at the game belo. Can I beat Anand????
1.Nf3 Nf6 2.d4 d5 3.c3 Bf5 4.Nbd2 Nbd7 5.e3 e6 6.c4 c6 7.Be2 Bd6 8.Nh4 Be4 9.f3 Ng4 10.Nxe4 dxe4 11.g3 exf3 12.Nxf3 Qb8 13.O-O Bxg3 14.hxg3 Qxg3+ 15.Kh1 Ndf6 16.Qe1 Ne4 17.Qxg3 Nxg3+ 18.Kg2 Nxf1 19.Bxf1 Kd7 20.Nh2 Nxh2 21.Kxh2 f5 22.Bh3 g5 23.Bd2 h5 24.Rg1 g4 25.Bf1 h4 26.Be2 Rag8 27.b4 b6 28.a4 h3 29.Be1 Ra8 30.Bg3 Rhg8 31.Be5 a6 32.Kg3 Rac8 33.Kh4 c5 34.bxc5 bxc5 35.Kg3 Rg6 36.Rb1 Rg5 37.Rb6 Rh5 38.Kh2 a5 39.Rb5 Rg5 40.Rxa5 cxd4 41.exd4 Rg6 42.Ra7+ Ke8 43.a5 Kd8 44.a6 Rh6 45.Rb7 f4 46.Bxf4 1-0.
5 years 6 months ago
This game should have been draw ..but Kramnik is totally down and out.....3rd and 5th game loss have huge impact on him..thats now evident......
Anand's Win is incredible...He is forcing Kramnik to play tactical lines and without preparation ......thus gaining time....and pressure is taking its toll on Kramnik....
This simple genius ANAND ........... anyone at this level can not do that ...it is not accidental......he is the current WC ....... people who are just saying he is playing like machine , kramnik is ill , match is short , kramnik is blundering and anand is lucky are all STUPID .........
Admit he is genius ...by the way Rating is not everything ......it is the Title that matters .....Kramnik wont mind if he is 20 in the rating list but still world champion ........Rating is useless.....
Paul Morphy never hard about rating :-)
Let us not crown Anand yet. Anyone remember his catastrophic Sanghi Nagar collapse against Kamsky in 1994, when he was up by 2 games with only 3 games to go?
I'm engineless here. I'm still wondering what was wrong with 21?¢'Ǩ¬¶ a5 22 Bd2 Ne4. Black seems to regain the pawn as 23 cxb6!? Nxd2 24 Rxc8 Nxc8 25 b7, as in my earlier comment, doesn't seem to work after the simple 25... Ne7 26 Nd7 Nc6. Instead 22 Be3 Nxc5 23 Bxc5 bxc5 24 Rg3 may not be a party for black, but he can do better with 22... Nd5 (23 c6 Nxe3 24 fxe3 f6).
Where do I go wrong (or do worse than Kramnik)?
5 years 6 months ago
To Satish - The Live Rating is UNofficial !! It just show Elo points day by day. The official ELO Rating is on every 3 monts, so official N#1 now is Topalov.
I like the style of play of Anand and Topalov, so I hope that next year we will have a pleasure to wach the two best players fighting in the world chess match.
Aljechins Cat
5 years 6 months ago
I guess with the two heavy losses, Kramnik was completely out of all his masterplans for the match. But without his usual cool and self-confidence it is very hard to handle such positions like today, and Anand makes the most out of it. I miss the old guys around him that helped him earlier (like Bareev or the crazy Loek). What do you think- can one poor some and have some trash talk with Peter Leko?
5 years 6 months ago
Man, I'd love to hear what Leko is telling Kramnik after each match lol
Hi 2 every 1 ind house. I would like 2 ask, how will Kasparov-Anad be,with anad's current form .
5 years 6 months ago
They say - 'COMETH THE MOMENT, COMETH THE MAN'.
Anand's confidence is sky-high, and that's 90% of the battle won. See his pre-match comments...he would like Kaspy to come back and challenge him. That's many, many statements in one from Anand:
a) I have a score to settle with the best player of all time, and I want him back just for that
b) The current lot are not worthy enough to battle me...only Kaspy is worth enough
c) I am prepared enough to bash the hell out of ANY challenger (including Kaspy)
d) I am hungry to prove that I am the best player of my time, if not of all time
e) Do not doubt my match readiness
That says a lot about the context in which Anand sees this match.
Anand has often been accused of not having killer instinct. Well, the way he is playing now - a) I guess he's taken his lessons from 1995 very strongly, and b) he's been super flexible to challenge his own usual game , and c) worked hard to master a completely different playing style
I would say good luck to the other players in the years to come - this is a new Anand!
To those who say Kramnik's blunders have given the game to Anand:
Sorry mate, nearly every chess game that has a winner has a blunder or a few weak moves from the loser. Check it out, and revert if you can find otherwise!!
The bit to focus on is why the blunders happen. You will find a recurring theme - novelty, sharp positions, series of good moves, relentless pressure - in those games; all of these in favour of the winner. Check it out. Need anything more be said.
Lastly, I have no intention of demeaning Kramnik. He is, to my mind, one of the absolute best. Period.
To Tyche:
Anand of 2008 is vastly superior to Anand of 1994...sorry to use the term, but it is silly to make this sort of comparison for any player.
5 years 6 months ago
All hail, World Chess Champion Anand!
Personally I think that the cause of this one-sided result is not because Kramnik is playing badly, but because Anand is playing very well. In fact, the only game in the match where he did not play close to flawlessly was game 2; in all other games, it is difficult to find many positions where Anand did not play a superior move.
If Anand wins the next two games in a row, does he overtake the 2800 barrier again on the unofficial ratings list?
Anyone who followed GM commentary or GM/IM out there can you please comment on:
After 29. Ke1 (which was possibly to avoid knight fork on e3), was it possible for Kramnik to try for repetition with 29. ..... Rc2 Kd1 Rc8 Rc2 etc...?
Or was it that -- it is possible but Kramnik chose to try for a win?
Any1 out there, pls help me 2 send a big applause to chessvibes.com. But i would like this chess news 2 be heard and watch on networks like CNN Sports news, BBC etc 4 people out there 4 them 2 b aware of chess events.
5 years 6 months ago
Congratulations to Anand for the great and attractive chess he has brought so far, which combines lots of challenging novelties with outstanding play once the preparation phase is over. If he wins, he will have deserved it, and as the fifteenth world champion he will probably be the first one with such exceptional rapid skills. (As for tournament play, Anand is also excellent, but I wouldn't say he has already equalled Karpov's or Kasparov's incredible achievements in their best years, which is no shame at all of course. By the way, Kasparov had already started to lose a little of his strength when he quit, so if he came back now he would probably no longer battle for the world title.)
It's a pity Kramnik hasn't played his best chess, losing control of three games well before move 40. This has happened to other world champions, though, and no one has made fun of them for that reason (I'm sure Anand himself would be upset with some of today's comments on Chessvibes about his opponent !)
It seems Kramnik has taken a lot of risk today, pressured by the format of only 12 games in total, and it has turned out even worse for him. Still we shouldn't count him out completely. Remember Korchnoi coming back against Karpov in Baguio. And even if he doesn't make such a miracle happen, we may still witness some unforgettable games. I hope Kramnik will find back his best chess without trying to force matters, and offer us at least one elegant victory (and who knows, more). Good luck, Vladimir !
5 years 6 months ago
Is the match over?
If we look into the history of World Championship matches then we see that some players did manage to come back after being down by 3 games.
First one to do it was Steinitz in the first WCC match in 1886. He was 1-4 down after 5 games, but nevertheless won convincingly 10-5 in wins after 20 games.
The second one to do it was Max Euwe in 1935. He was 2-5 down after 7 games, but managed to win 15.5-14.5 at the end.
In 1954 Smyslov was 0.5-3.5 down after 4 games, but managed to equalise to 12-12 in the end (Botvinnik kept the title by virtue of being the defending champion).
In 1978 Karpov was already leading 4-1 and 5-2 in wins, but Korchnoi managed to equalise to 5-5 (Karpov won the next game to clinch the match with 6-5 in wins)
In 1984 Kasparov was 0-4 down after just 9 games, and 0-5 down after 27 games, but he nevertheless managed to hang on until the match was terminated without a result after 48 games (with Karpov leading 5-3 in wins).
In 1986 Karpov was already 6.5-9.5 down after 16 games, however by the end of game 19 the score was tied at 9.5-9.5 ! (Kasparov ended up winning 12.5-11.5)
So things are still not over. It happened in the past, it can happen again.
what about 18... c5 19. dxc5 Ned5 with the idea NxBb4 and than doubling the rooks on the c file and get back the pawn with or without the maneuver Nd7 Nc5? I dont have a computer program to analyze this idea. What do you think?
Strange how there is considerable tactical possibility even in this position!
it?Ǭ¥s again a game played only at one goal - Kramnik?Ǭ¥s goal... He can be satisfied if he achieves a draw. But I did not like Anands last maneuver to exchange the bishops because he loses the possibility to pin the black bishop after an eventual Nd5 by playing Ne5. Nontheless he has more time and is still one pawn up.
5 years 6 months ago
look's like Anand play for a win. He still has a chances
Now maybe 21... a5 22 Bd2 Ne4 23 cxb6!? Nxd2 24 Rxc8 Nxc8 25 b7 Nb6 26 b8Q Rxb8 27 Kxd2 Na4 with equality? Oh, he has just played 21... bxc5.
5 years 6 months ago
Anand can try for a while without to much risk.
HE has a pion more and more time. so far the clock has not been Kramnik;s friend.
Oops, 26 Nc6 wins simply in the variation I gave.
5 years 6 months ago
I cant understand what Kramnik is doing -- I thought n3d4 instead of bxg2 led pretty much to a draw with bishops of opposite colors -- instead it looks now like white has some winning chances and black has no immediate threats
maybe Kramnik has health problems again like in 2006. He cannot mention it to not strengthen Anands self-confidence. It looks like Anand is probably winning this as well if he manages to get rid of Kramnik?Ǭ¥s counterplay.
5 years 6 months ago
I think anand is the best between both. Kramnik usually plays for a draw as black (just for not say "always"). He just can hope to win as white. But Anand can play agresivelly with both colors and the most important think, he can play for a win with both.
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Canon-McMillan claims second straight PIAA wrestling title
Canon-McMillan claims second straight PIAA team wrestling title
Canon-McMillan celebrates after winning the PIAA team title for wrestling. The Big Macs defeated Central Dauphin, 34-31, and earned their second straight state team championship
Photo by Aaron Caldwell
By Joe Tuscano
Canon-McMillan's Brendan Price is lifted on the shoulders of teammates after his 4-3 decision over Zach Elvin from Central Dauphin clinched the PIAA team title for the Big Macs, 34-31.
By Eleanor Bailey
Chris Mary shouts instructions to his wrestlers during previous WPIAL team tournament action.
By Eleanor Bailey
Brendan Price (shown here during WPIAL Class AAA team tournament action) was the hero for Canon-McMillan as he scored a 4-3 decision in the final bout of the PIAA team championship match, giving the Big Macs their second straight state title with their 34-31 win over Central Dauphin at the Giant Center in Hershey
Brendan Price.
By Joe Tuscano
Canon-McMillan's Brendan Price is lifted on the shoulders of teammates after his 4-3 decision over Zach Elvin from Central Dauphin clinched the PIAA team title for the Big Macs, 34-31.
Chris Mary shouts instructions to his wrestlers during previous WPIAL team tournament action.
By Eleanor Bailey
Brendan Price (shown here during WPIAL Class AAA team tournament action) was the hero for Canon-McMillan as he scored a 4-3 decision in the final bout of the PIAA team championship match, giving the Big Macs their second straight state title with their 34-31 win over Central Dauphin at the Giant Center in Hershey
By Eleanor Bailey
Brendan Price
When Canon-McMillan clinched a second straight state championship in wrestling this past weekend, Chris Mary experienced the afterlife.
"I'm standing at the gates of heaven. Taking it all in," he said exuberant. "My joy is incredible. It's been an amazing, amazing journey."
Never has Mary or the Big Macs experienced such exhilaration as when Brendan Price edged Zach Elvin, 4-3, in the final bout of the PIAA Class AAA team championship match, giving Canon-McMillan a dramatic victory, 34-31, over Central Dauphin at the Giant Center in Hershey.
"This is one of the best days of my entire life," said Mary. "This one brought tears to my eyes and joy to my heart."
Before taking to the mat, a lump formed in Price's throat. Twice, he had battled Elvin, suffering losses of 8-5 in last year's state semifinals of the team tournament and 13-2 during this winter's Powerade Wrestling Tournament.
"I was really nervous because I knew this would be a close match," said Price. "But then I thought this would be a good opportunity. He was ranked second in the state and I got excited. My teammates were great. They told me they would support me, that they would still love me no matter what."
Today, the Big Macs love the 126-pound grappler even more, particular for his grit and his determination.
"(Brendan) showed so much confidence in his approach to the match especially under the circumstances," Mary said. "He just felt the chemistry of the people backing him. He felt the love of his coaches, his teammates and fans. That inspired him."
Price immediately jumped ahead of Elvin, 2-0. Though Elvin tied the bout, Price again opened up a two-point advantage before settling on the one-point decision.
"Brendan's truly a gifted wrestler. He took it to the next level," said Mary of the bout. "When you get to watch the replay, you can see in Brendan the determination and confidence. He was destined to win for his teammates."
Destiny drove the Big Macs.
"The ultimate goal was to win a state championship," explained Mary. Then he added of the Big Macs' toil in the mat and weight rooms over the years.
"No one understands the preparation we put into this and what we accomplish behind closed doors."
Yet, the results reflect the effort.
With the win, they finished a 19-0 dual meet season. The Big Macs are undefeated in two seasons, posting a 45-0 record. And, in winning four straight WPIAL titles, they have not dropped a dual meet in the district since 2009.
But, the triumph surpassed any other victory along the way. It topped the Big Macs' win over Central Dauphin, 28-25, in last year's state semifinal as well as their win over Erie McDowell in the 2012 championship match.
"This is the biggest sports moment in Canon-McMillan history," Mary declared. "The greatest moment ever."
Because it came in the last match, Price's performance proved the most thrilling. However, there were many great moments in the championship match as well as throughout the tournament for the Big Macs.
In the finals, Central Dauphin led, 31-19, before the Canon-Mac rallied. At heavyweight, Angelo Broglia pinned Mike Ferstern to tie the match at 31. Also, Alex Campbell recorded a fall over Deitrik Ferster at 220 and Cody Wiercioch posted a technical fall, 19-4, over Steven McNeal at 182 to help the Big Macs erase the deficit.
CM constructed a 14-4 lead thanks to a pin by Dalton Macri, a tech fall from Connor Schram and a decision at 132 by Alex Hutchin before Central Dauphin chipped away at the margin.
Though Central Dauphin forged a 17-14 advantage, the margin was not greater because the Big Macs did not surrender many bonus points. While Austin Rose scored a major decision against William Pihou at 152 and Nick Konyk fell at 160, Josh Minor, Nick Oberhaus and Sam Minor kept their losses to a minimum.
"There were heroes all over the place," said Mary. "So many people played a part. Huge roles," he continued. "There were multiple heroes. This was a total, total team effort," he emphasized.
With more than just wins in all their bouts, Wiercioch and Schram provided the leadership for the Big Macs, who wrestled without two key starters.
A 145-pound junior, Solomon Chishko was out with a fractured elbow that has not completely healed since he sustained the injury in a preseason tournament three months ago. Chishko was a third-place finisher in the individual state tournament last year. A 138-pound junior Malachi Krenzelak has missed the past month with an injury.
A Pitt recruit, Wiercioch picked up pins in CM's opening tournament wins over Spring Grove, 42-22, Erie McDowell, 35-27, and Easton, 37-35, before recording a technical fall against Central Dauphin in the championship match. Bound for Stanford in the fall, Schram posted technical falls in all of CM's tournament triumphs.
"Cody and Connor are examples to every one on the mats," said Mary. "They set the bar so high for the other kids. They leave it all on the mat."
In the tournament, Dalton Macri also left it all on the mat. At one point, he even fell ill during a match. "He was so riddled with flu that we had him isolated in his own room for the four days," explained Mary of Macri's illness. "That's how much character is on this team. These kids gave there all.
"They truly left their blood, sweat, guts and tears on the Giant Center floor," Mary said. "They have so much heart and soul."
Notes: Josiah Hritsko, Steven LaFrance, Richard Vicinski, Alex Paulina and Alex Rideout also contributed to the Big Macs' state championship run as did Mary's assistant coaches Jason Cardillo, Pat Hudock and Glenn Haynes.
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Material List
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- Lion Brand® Double Pointed Knitting Needles, Size 9 (5.5mm)
- Lion Brand® Stitch Marker
- Lion Brand® Stitch Holders
- Lion Brand® Pom-Pom Maker
- Lion Brand® Large-eyed Blunt Needle
Project Instructions
16 sts + 22 rows = 4" (10cm) in St st worked back and forth in rows (k on RS, p on WS).
M1 (make 1) An increase worked by lifting horizontal thread lying between needles and placing it onto left needle. Knit this new stitch through the back loop – 1 st increased.
1. Ear flaps are worked separately back and forth in rows on two double pointed needles. Stitches are then cast-on between ear flaps, and back of hat is worked back and forth in rows. Stitches are cast-on for front of hat, and remainder of hat is worked in rnds up to crown (top of hat).
2. When working in the rnd on double-pointed needles (dpns), your sts need to be divided fairly evenly onto the needles. If you are working with a set of four dpn, your sts should be divided among three needles. If you are working with a set of five dpn, your sts should be divided among four needles. The total number of sts will not always be evenly divisible by the number of dpns that you are using – this is not a problem! Simply divide your sts as evenly as possible. You will still create an asymmetrical 'tube' of knitting.
Left Ear Flap
Note: Ear flaps are worked back and forth in rows on two double-pointed needles. When working in rows on two double-pointed needles, take care that sts do not slip off the ends of the needles by wrapping one end of each double-pointed needle with an elastic band.
With A, cast on six sts.
Row 1 (WS): Purl.
Row 2 (Increase Row): K1, M1, k1, M1, k2, M1, k1, M1, k1 – 10 sts at the end of this row.
Row 3: Purl.
Row 4 (Increase Row): K1, M1, k to last st, M1, k1 – 12 sts.
Rows 5 and 6: Rep Rows 3 and 4– 14 sts at the end of Row 6.
Row 7: Rep Row 3. Change to B.
Row 8 (Increase Row): With B, Rep Row 4 – 16 sts.
Row 9: Purl.
Rows 10 and 11: Rep Rows 8 and 9 –18 sts.
Slip these 18 sts to a st holder for Left Ear Flap.
Right Ear Flap
Work Rows 1–11 of Left Ear Flap, but do not sl sts to a holder.
Back of Hat
Row 12: With B, k across18 sts of Right Ear Flap, cast on 18 sts for back of Hat, k18 sts from holder for Left Ear Flap – 54 sts.
Row 13: Purl.
Row 14: Knit. Change to A.
Rows 15–19: With A, work in St st for 5 rows.
Row 20: Continue with A, k to end of row, cast on 26 sts for front of Hat – 80 sts.
Join to Work in the Round
Rnd 1 (Joining Rnd): With RS facing, divide sts onto 4 dpns (20 sts on each needle). Place marker for beg of rnd. Join by working the first st on left hand needle with the working yarn from the right hand needle and being careful not to twist sts; k to end of rnd.
Rnds 2–8: With B, knit. Change to A.
Rnds 9–15: With A, knit. Change to B.
Rnds 16–29: Rep Rnds 2–15.
Shape Crown (top of Hat)
Rnd 30 (Decrease Rnd): With B, *k6, k2tog; rep from * to end of rnd – 70 sts.
Rnd 31: Knit.
Rnd 32 (Decrease Rnd): *K5, k2tog; rep from * to end of rnd – 60 sts.
Rnd 33: Rep Rnd 31.
Rnd 34 (Decrease Rnd): *K4, k2tog; rep from * to end of rnd – 50 sts.
Rnd 35: Rep Rnd 31.
Rnd 36 (Decrease Rnd): *K3, k2tog; rep from * to end of rnd – 40 sts. Change to A.
Rnd 37: With A, knit.
Rnd 38 (Decrease Rnd): *K2, k2tog; rep from * to end of rnd – 30 sts.
Rnd 39: Rep Rnd 37.
Rnd 40 (Decrease Rnd): *K1, k2tog; rep from * to end of rnd – 20 sts.
Rnd 41: Rep Rnd 37.
Rnd 42 (Decrease Rnd): *K2tog; rep from * to end of rnd – 10 sts.
Cut yarn, leaving a long yarn tail. Thread yarn tail through remaining sts and pull to gather. Knot securely.
With two strands of C held together, embroider blanket stitch around edge of Hat. Cut nine strands of C about 30" (76cm) long. Hold strands together and fold in half. Use crochet hook to draw fold through edge of Ear Flap, forming a loop. Pull ends through this loop. Pull to tighten. Divide strands into three groups of six strands each and braid for about 9" (23cm). Knot ends. Trim ends. Repeat for other Ear Flap. With C and following package instructions, make seven pom poms. Tie pom poms to top of Hat.
Weave in ends.
beg = begin(ning)
k = knit
k2tog = knit 2 sts together
p = purl
rep = repeat
RS = right side
rnd(s) = round(s)
st(s) = stitch(es)
St st = Stockinette st
WS = wrong side
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RIP Donna Summer, may you rest in peace
RIP Donna Summer, may you rest in peace
No offense Donna, but I like this version with the men in it. Why didnt you think of that?
So sad. She brought the O in Disco.
I have to go track down a copy of her Bad Girls album. I remember when my cousin would play that CD at least once a day.
So sad and SO unexpected. ( I didn't even know she was sick - fucking cancer...)
Yes, most of us love "Love to love you Baby", and "Last Dance", and "I Feel Love" (amongst many others...)
But I'd recommend buying/downloading the album, "The Wanderer"
Actually, get it on CD if you can, the MP3 version sucks. (As do most MP3's, but don't get me started....)
It's a great, underrated album, and perhaps her last *great* one.
Frankly she was about 10 years older than I thought she was, but still WAY too young to die.
Thanks, Donna, for all the great music. I wish I had been old enough to experience the "Club 54" years.
Your talent and your voice will live on for decades to come.
I didn't know she covered this song.I always found her to be an attractive lady.R.I.P....
I was thinking about her the day before she died because of the album cover thread. I was going to post some of her covers, but didn't, and she died down her in Florida too. I would have thought she was older than 63 since she was famous in the early to mid 70s.
Never cease to find it strange
How at midnight things seem hopeless
But by dawn they've changed
Very sad. RIP.
No More Tears is a great song. And so is McArthur Park.
For all sad words of tongue and pen, the saddest are these, 'It might have been.'
It wasn't my favorite by her, but it was a great attempt at a "rock" album by her.But I'd recommend buying/downloading the album, "The Wanderer"...It's a great, underrated album, and perhaps her last *great* one.
I wanted to like her last album "Crayons" a lot more than I did. I think they spent a bit too much time chasing trends and not enough time following her muse.
I know Gloria Gaynor went that same route. I recall an interview where she said something along the lines of she "realized" that people were using her music to get in the mood to fornicate and sin, and so she wasn't going to sing those songs anymore. I don't think she ever singled out gays specifically, although that was usually her fanbase. She apparently went back on that sentiment a few years later, once she realized that that's where the money was.I'm kind of surprised that Lex is the only one to bring up her AIDS comments. She certainly denied having meant what was reported but it has always complicated my memory of her.
I grew up on her music. My mother had her albums in the 70's. I've had Last Dance stuck in my head for days lol.
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I always listen to Hot Stuff! RIP Donna, the great must leave us early.
I was shocked when I heard that she passed, I had on idea that she had cancer. RIP, I love her Song..... On the Radio
One of the most underrated singers ever. I think it's a great disservice to simply refer to her as the "Queen of Disco". She was so much more. As evidenced by her many Grammy nominations and wins she was a versatile performer able to perform many genres.
Just as she lived most of her life, her funeral services were a private affair attended only by family and close friends.
May she rest in peace.
Donna Summer was finally laid to rest this week in Nashville.
Just discovering her now. Really love "Hot Stuff" and especially "I Feel Love". Just synthesizers and Donna on that one, I think. It's amazing!
Anyone have other Donna Summer favorites, or stories about how her music affected you?
Donna Summer's Letter to ACT UP
By Peter Staley on June 12, 2012 1:28 PM |
When the news hit that Donna Summer had died, I was reminded of her little-known scrape with ACT UP, the AIDS activist group I joined shortly after its first demonstration in 1987. As many will recall,*even though her music was hugely popular with the gay community, she faced an ongoing backlash after the Village Voice attributed some quotes to her from a concert in 1983, saying she slammed gays and claimed AIDS was a punishment from God.
As some in the community continued to embrace her, others grew angrier at her hedged denials (words like "misunderstanding" were used), and the issue continued to percolate (see this transcribed 1985 story from The Advocate).
By 1989, various ACT UP chapters started protesting at Donna Summer appearances, including this Boston Gay Pride event, as reported by Gabriel Rotello in Outweek Magazine (July 3,1989):
To everyone's surprise, Donna Summer wrote a letter to ACT UP New York attempting to mend the divide. A few quotes from the letter were reported at the time, and appeared often in recent online obituaries, but the letter itself has never been seen publicly.
So I asked Jay Blotcher, who was ACT UP's media coordinator at the time, if he still had a copy. He said he had kept it, but it was now with his ACT UP archives which he donated to the New York LGBT Community Center. After a few phone calls and emails, the Center pulled Jay's archives out of storage, and sent me a scan of the two-page letter.
I don't think ACT UP kept up their demonstrations after she sent it, but that probably had more to do with our priorities at the time, rather than this strange letter. Note to PR agents: when you apologize to the gays, it's probably not best to quote at length from the bible (even though it's a lovely quote).
July 26, 1989
Dear Members of Act-Up:
I am really sorry that my reply has taken so long, but this is not a matter that I take lightly and because of my schedule, I was forced to wait until I was clear and not under pressure.
First of all, let me say that these accusations are unjust and unfair. At first, I was unknowingly protected by those around me from the bad press and hate letters I was receiving regarding this matter. During that time I was pregnant (twice in 18 months), was engulfed in a major law suit and several of my family members passed away. My manager, at that time, felt my life and emotional health was at stake so there was no response.
Since then, however, I have made numerous replies and spoken openly to try and clear up this misunderstanding. I cannot force you to believe what I tell you, so if you choose to continue on with this fighting and arguing, that's up to you. I did not say God is punishing gays with aids, I did not sit with ill intentions in judgement over your lives. I haven't stopped talking to my friends who are gay, nor have I ever chosen my friends by their sexual preferences.
We have too many good memories together to live in this state of unforgiveness. I never denied you or turned away, but in fact you turned away from me. If I have caused you pain, forgive me. It was never my intention to reject you but to extend myself in love. I know that some of you really need me now because you've written and told me so. Can't we just forgive each other for this past confusion?
My motto in this life is 1st Corinthians 13. "If I speak in the tongues of men and of angels, but have not love, I am only a resounding gong or a clanging cymbal. If I have the gift of prophecy and can fathom all mysteries and all knowledge, and if I have a face that can move mountains, but have not love, I am nothing. If I give all I possess to the poor and surrender my body to the flames, but have not love, I gain nothing.
Love is patient, love is kind, it does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It is not rude, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres.
Love never fails, but where there are prophecies, they will cease; where there are tongues, they will be stilled; where there is knowledge it will pass away. For we know in part and we prophecy in part; but when perfection comes, the imperfect disappears. When I was a child, I talked like a child, I thought like a child, I reasoned like a child. When I became a man, I put childish ways behind me. Now we see but a poor reflection as in a mirror; then we shall see face to face. Now I know in part; then I shall know fully, even as I am fully known.
And now these three remain: faith, hope an love. But the greatest of these is love."
I love you,
Donna Summer
Donna Summer's Letter to ACT UP - Peter Staley
The very first donna summer album released ever was Lady of the night. (Followed by Love to love you baby)
Why is it I can't find this album on vinyl pressing anywhere only cd?
look on amazon under....donna summer lp....i saw it as an import
there's already a donna summer thread
Donna Summer - Donna Summer Heading For The Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame
Late disco diva Donna Summer has landed a place in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.
Due to an administrative error, the I Feel Love singer's induction notice has been released hours before Hall of Fame officials announce the Class of 2013 on Tuesday (11Dec12).
Summer passed away in Florida in May (12) after losing a secret battle with lung cancer. A statement from the late star's family reads: "We are overjoyed the Rock and Roll Hall Of Fame has recognized Donna's tremendous musical achievements. Its an honor we know she quietly hoped for and would very much cherish. We are deeply grateful.
"The family cannot fully express the gratitude they feel for the outpouring of love received over the past few months in support of Donna's induction into the Rock and Roll Hall Of Fame. From fellow recording artists and industry executives to friends and fans from around the world, it will not be forgotten."
Ironically, the news of Summer's induction comes as stars like Kelly Rowland and Ciara prepare to honour the singer and another tragic R&B star, Whitney Houston, at the 2012 Vh1 Divas concert on Sunday (16Dec12).
Red Hot Chili Peppers bassist Flea will officially reveal the Class of 2013 on Tuesday.
The full list of nominees are Rush, Deep Purple, Heart, Joan Jett and the Blackhearts, Procol Harum, Albert King, the Paul Butterfield Blues Band, the Meters, Chic, Randy Newman, the Marvelettes, Kraftwerk, Donna Summer, Public Enemy, and N.W.A.
The Hall of Fame induction ceremony will be held at the Nokia Theater in Los Angeles on 18 April (12).
Even though it's bittersweet I'm so happy Donna Summer was funny inducted into the Hall of Fame!
While you may have danced your last in 2012, you will never be forgotten.
Happy Birthday LaDonna Adrian Gaines aka Donna Summer!
December 31, 1948 - May 17, 2012
I turned 18 in 1980, just after the huge disco craze. Donna Summer was HUGE! A mega-superstar, kinda like Britney Spears and Mariah Carey put together.
You had to have been there to understand just how huge she really was. And... What A Voice!!
I still have her Bad Girls album on vinyl, bought in 1979, I think. Eat your hearts out!
It saddened me to hear of her death. It felt like a piece of my heart was torn out. RIP, Donna. We forgive you. We know you didn't mean it.
I saw her in concert a few years ago. She was a great singer who will truly be missed. I'm glad she's making it into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. With all her musical talent she deserves it. Her music and legacy will live on forever. RIP Donna Summer!
I wonder how many of you have heard the Midnight Special version of "Last Dance"?
She sang it absolutely live. If any one thing will reveal your real talents as a singer, a live appearence certainly will.
Just listen to the artistry! She plays her voice like a Stradivarius.
Can't believe it has been an entire year.
So soon.
Happy 4th of July!
Donna Summer - Love Is In Control (Finger On The Trigger) - (Chromeo & Oliver Remix)
I'm glad there are a lot of us in the gay community who did forgive Donna. As well as her responding with grace and humility rather than forget us or demean us and be bitter and contentious. I'd rather remember her for the music and the soaring voice, and the good memories it gave her fans that will last their lifetimes.
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Wasn't crazy about the new remix for FOTT, but slowly growing on me. What a glorious voice until the end.
Donna Summer Remix Album Due In October
The legacy of the late Donna Summer continues to live on, as a new remix album celebrating the diva's career is due out in October.
"Love to Love You Donna" will be released on Oct. 22 through Verve Records, and is produced by Dahlia-Ambach Caplin and Randall Poster. The project features new re-workings of classic Summer tunes from the likes of Giorgio Moroder, Frankie Knuckles, Eric Kupper, Chromeo & Oliver and Hot Chip, among others.
The legendary Moroder, who co-produced most of Summer's albums released between 1975 and 1980, contributes a pulsating remix of "Love to Love You Baby" for the project. Moroder recently premiered the cut live during his DJ set at the Way Out West festival in Gothenberg, Sweden (Aug. 9). Moroder co-wrote the song with Summer, and it became her first hit single on the Billboard Hot 100, reaching No. 2 on the chart in February of 1976.
Knuckles and Kupper reworked "Hot Stuff" for the collection, while Hot Chip took on the classic album cut "Sunset People," from the "Bad Girls" album. The new set's first single is Chromeo & Oliver's remix of "Love Is In Control (Finger On the Trigger)."
Donna Summer's Hot Stuff (Frankie Knuckles & Eric Kupper As Director's Cut Signature Mix)


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No. 78: Virginia
By Paul Myerberg // Jun 14, 2011
Four of the top 10 high school seniors in the State of Virginia, according to the list compiled by Rivals.com, signed with the hometown Cavaliers in February; two signed with Virginia Tech. What does this small example say to me? It says that Al Groh has left the building, taking with him the malaise that began on the field and, slowly but surely, crept into every facet of Virginia football under his watch. Mike London has been a breath of fresh air, on the sidelines and otherwise, and Virginia Tech is taking notice. Does this mean the Cavaliers are going to actually win a Commonwealth Cup at some point in the next five years? No, it doesn't. But it does mean that the playing field is being leveled, which is a start.
Atlantic Coast, Coastal
Charlottesville, Va.
Returning starters
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Last year's ranking
No. 95
2010 record
(4-8, 1-7)
Last year's
No. 93
2011 schedule
- Sept. 3
Williams & Mary
- Sept. 10
at Indiana
- Sept. 17
at U.N.C.
- Sept. 24
Southern Miss.
- Oct. 1
- Oct. 15
Georgia Tech
- Oct. 22
N.C. St.
- Oct. 27
at Miami (Fla.)
- Nov. 5
at Maryland
- Nov. 12
- Nov. 19
at F.S.U.
- Nov. 26
Virginia Tech
Last year's prediction
Regardless of how well London takes to his new position, this year is not going to be pretty. Verica might be the best option under center, but he's not the answer for an offense that, yet again, lacks weapons at the skill position. On the other hand, the defense is in better shape. It starts with Dowling, one of the finer cornerbacks in the F.B.S., and continues with a relatively experienced defensive front — though the group will be tested by the move to the 4-3. When looking at this roster, it will take London at least two full recruiting cycles to replenish a talent level that took a significant dip over Groh's final few seasons. The massive reconstruction begins now. Don't forget your hard hat.
2010 recap
In a nutshell I'm pretty sure Mike London could have gone 0-12 and still remained beloved by all the Hoos in Charlottesville, if only because he's not Al Groh. His first year ended instead at 4-8, though 1-7 in the A.C.C. – a one-win improvement over Groh's disastrous conclusion but one fewer victory in conference play. But we saw signs of life from the Cavaliers, even if it's clear that this program is not close to being considered an A.C.C. contender. Virginia is close to making to making things very, very difficult for more talented opposition, however. We saw that against U.S.C. and Boston College, two narrow losses against teams much higher up on the totem pole. Want another silver lining? Take into account the fact that the offense did much of the heavy lifting last fall as the defense made the transition to a 4-3 look. If you know one thing about the future of Virginia football, know this: the defense will not be a weak link for long. If the offense can stay in the top half of the A.C.C., Virginia's climb back into contention might take as long as initially believed.
High point A 24-19 win over then-No. 22 Miami (Fla.) on Oct. 30. It was a victory over a nationally ranked opponent, which makes it solid in its own right. The win also pushed Virginia to 4-4 entering November, needing only a split over that final month to get into bowl play. Most of all, however, was the way the Cavaliers out-toughed a far more physically gifted team, forcing the Hurricanes into several costly turnovers. That game seemed to me like it might have been a precursor of things yet to come.
Low point A loss to Duke to open November, the first of four straight defeats to end the season. The defense drew criticism in the 55-48 loss, but place some blame on an offense that turned the ball over three times; blame the team at large for committing 11 penalties for 103 yards. The year ended with another loss to Virginia Tech, this one by 30 points.
Tidbit Mike London's keys to success in Charlottesville, in three easy steps:
Go to class.
Show class.
Treat people with dignity and respect.
That's it. Pretty simple stuff. Good luck getting 100-plus undergraduates to get in line. I'd say two out of three ain't bad, seeing that I never went to class, but London won't have one without the other, and if you step out of line you'll find yourself on the bench, in the locker room or off the roster altogether.
Tidbit (100-word preview edition) It's that time again. Here's how it works: I give you a quiz question; you become the first person to answer the question; you win the opportunity to pen a 100-word preview of your favorite team when it appears on the Countdown. Get it? Good. Here's the question:
Virginia has lost seven straight games to in-state rival Virginia Tech. Can you name two in-state rivalries among B.C.S. conference programs with a winning streak of equal or greater length? The two teams do not have to technically be rivals, merely two B.C.S. conference programs that reside within the same state.
Teams already spoken for: Iowa (M Meyer), Northwestern (NUwildcat09), Oregon (Eskynyt), Pittsburgh (htp2012), Texas (Burnt Orange), Washington (Dr. Klahn).
Former players in the N.F.L.
25 OT Branden Albert (Kansas City), CB Ronde Barber (Tampa Bay), OT Will Barker (Tampa Bay), LB Ahmad Brooks (San Francisco), DT Chris Canty (New York Giants), DT Nate Collins (Jacksonville), CB Chris Cook (Minnesota), CB Ras-I Dowling (New England), LB Isaiah Ekejiuba (Detroit), LB James Farrior (Pittsburgh), OT D'Brickashaw Ferguson (New York Jets), FB Rashawn Jackson (Carolina), RB Thomas Jones (Kansas City), DE Chris Long (St. Louis), TE Heath Miller (Pittsburgh), OT Eugene Monroe (Jacksonville), WR Kevin Ogletree (Dallas), RB Cedric Peerman (Cincinnati), TE John Phillips (Dallas), TE Tom Santi (Indianapolis), QB Matt Schaub (Houston), LB Clint Sintim (New York Giants), RB Jason Snelling (Atlanta), OT John St. Clair (Cleveland), TE Jonathan Stupar (Buffalo).
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Current M.L.B. players born in Virginia
1. P Justin Verlander, Detroit Tigers.
2. 3B David Wright, New York Mets.
3. P Mat Latos, San Diego.
4. OF Justin Upton, Tampa Bay.
5. OF Michael Cuddyer, Minnesota.
Mike London (Richmond '83), 4-8 after a single season. London brought to his first F.B.S. head coach position a familiarity with the program, extensive ties to the fertile recruiting grounds of the state, a history – albeit a small sample – of winning on the college level and a strong personality that will most definitely play well at a school like Virginia, one determined to retain its academic principles yet hungering for athletic success on the gridiron. London returned to Virginia after two extremely successful season at Richmond. He compiled a two-year mark of 24-5 with the Spiders, winning the F.C.S. national championship in 2008 and advancing to the F.C.S. quarterfinals in 2009. Yes, he inherited an enviable position at Richmond, a program already rebuilt by the current Bowling Green coach Dave Clawson, but credit London for taking a talented roster and leading it to greater heights. London previously spent six seasons as an assistant under Al Groh at Virginia (2001-4, 2006-7), with a one-year respite in 2005 as the defensive line coach for the Houston Texans. London served in that same capacity at Virginia from 2001-4, adding the title of recruiting coordinator from 2002-4. London returned to Charlottesville in 2006 as the team's defensive coordinator, a position he held for two seasons before being hired by Richmond. He's been a big hit thus far despite the sub-.500 mark, which I don't think will last all that long. Does the London have what it takes to lead Virginia up to and past the rival Hokies? That remains to be seen. We do know, however, that London will have the Cavaliers in bowl play in short order.
Players to watch
As long as spring injuries remain a thing of the past, this offensive line is a team strength. You couldn't get a great feel for this group during the spring, as two would-be starters and a few reserves were limited for a good portion of time. But the dings don't appear to be of the long-term variety, meaning Virginia will enter the 2011 season with an offensive line very close to the one in place at the end of last season: Oday Aboushi and Morgan Moses at left and right tackle, respectively, Austin Pasztor at left guard and Anthony Mihota at center. And there's depth, believe it or not. At tackle, Virginia can tout a second pairing of Landon Bradley – who's good enough to start, some believe – and sophomore Sean Cascarano. The only spot that's really open to competition is right guard, where sophomore Luke Bowanko held a slight edge heading into the summer. Moses could move inside, which would push Bradley into the starting lineup, but I'm guessing that Virginia wants to keep the talented sophomore outside, where he started seven games in 2010.
The Cavaliers will really miss Keith Payne in short-yardage situations, where he was one of the A.C.C.'s best. They'll miss Payne altogether, in fact, as his bruising, pounding running style set the tone for an offense that was vastly improved in London's first season. There's no replacing Payne's worth on third-and-short, but Perry Jones (646 yards) will help recoup some of the lost production. As will redshirt freshman Kevin Parks, who may even leapfrog Perry to become Virginia's lead back. But Payne's departure is a big one, and I wonder whether Perry and Parks can have the same sort of impact between the tackles. Maybe fullback Max Milien can be that sort of back, but he's not a proven ball-carrier.
Senior receiver Kris Burd started strong – three 100-yard games in September – but tailed off a bit late, and Virginia needs him to bring his top game every week as it attempts to replace Dontrelle Inman as the team's top target. Burd (58 catches for 799 yards) and Max Snyder (30 for 393), both seniors, are the leaders of the receiver corps both on the field and off; this pair is joined by several sophomores lacking in game experience. Tim Smith and Bobby Smith will play major roles, as may incoming freshmen Darius Jennings and Dominique Terrell, two headliners of Virginia's sterling recruiting class. Burd was limited during the spring with an injury, giving some of these youngsters opportunities to flash their worth, but he'll be back in time for September.
Look for continued improvement from this defense as it enters year two under London's guidance and year two running the 4-3, a new look for a program long accustomed to recruiting for and playing in the 3-4. That change won't occur overnight for the former reason: London needed to add a few bodies up front to accommodate the change, and the line itself may be a year away from running at peak performance.
Would-be senior Zane Parr's illogical decision to enter the N.F.L. draft robs Virginia of a starting end; at least he stands as a cautionary tale for underclassmen dreaming of the big leagues before their time. The end who decided to stay – and the one who might have had a reason to leave for the N.F.L. – is senior Cam Johnson, who led Virginia in tackles for loss (14.5) and sacks (6) a year ago. Parr's departure means sophomore Jake Snyder steps into a starting role perhaps a year ahead of schedule, which in turn takes away some depth at the position.
Seniors Matt Conrath and Nick Jenkins return at tackle, but this pair needs to do a better job standing up against the run: Virginia had the A.C.C.'s worst rush defense last fall, thanks to a front seven that got pushed around with regularity. Junior Will Hill was the only viable reserve option during the spring, though I suppose that sophomore end Brent Urban has the size to play inside if called upon. Like at receiver, this is a position where an incoming freshman could make a difference – London added six linemen in February.
Virginia shook some things up at linebacker, beginning with junior LaRoy Reynolds' move from the strong to the weak side. That should open some things up for Reynolds, last year's leading tackler (66, 7 for loss), while also opening up a spot for senior Aaron Taliaferro (36 tackles, 3 for loss) on the strong side. I'm excited to see what junior Steve Greer can do in the middle: he made 59 tackles last fall despite making only one start, so he could really be an impact player against the run with the added snaps.
There's a star on this defense. His name is Chase Minnifield, and he looks like Virginia's next great collegiate cornerback, joining his former teammate, Ras-I Dowling, and countless others. Minnifield came on strong a year ago, when Dowling's battle with injuries cost him seven games; Minnifield became Virginia's top cornerback, drawing the toughest assignments and faring extremely, extremely well. With some issues up front, particularly in getting to the quarterback, Minnifield's importance cannot be overstated.
There's an open spot opposite Minnifield, which might be held by Devin Wallace should he return to London's good graces after being suspended for an off-field incident. For now, however, Rico Walker and senior Dom Joseph are the favorites – for now, at least. Virginia is very excited for the arrival of true freshman Demetrious Nicholas, an in-state gem from London's first full class. Perhaps he's the next Minnifield, though I don't want to get ahead of myself. Senior safeties Rodney McLeod (54 tackles) and Corey Mosley (52 tackles, 2 picks) anchor the back end of the defense, but both must clear up a few injury concerns after missing a handful of games in 2010.
Position battle(s) to watch
Quarterback Marc Verica took his lumps, on the field and off, but dusted himself off time and time again to finish with a fine senior season, albeit one that continued to be plagued by turnovers. His departure leaves Virginia scrambling to locate a replacement among four options, two of whom took snaps a year ago. That experience gives sophomores Ross Metheny and Michael Rocco a leg up on redshirt freshman Michael Strauss and true freshman David Watford, who was with the team for spring practice. Strauss is behind in terms of game experience but does have the benefit of a year in Virginia's system; Watford is really running fourth here despite his time taking snaps during the spring. But Strauss is behind the sophomore pair, who are listed as the co-leaders under center as Virginia enters the summer. Just going off what we saw a year ago, Metheny has a slight edge over Rocco: both took snaps in garbage time, but Metheny was impressive – hitting on seven of nine attempts with a score against Florida State – during his limited opportunities. This is a competition that will continue in the fall, and even with the drawbacks of such inexperienced options I can find two clear positives: one, that all four are well-regarded, talented prospects; and two, whomever does take over might end up being a multiple-year starter, and Virginia desperately needs consistency at this position.
Game(s) to watch
The home schedule. Virginia needs to reassert itself in Charlottesville, as the road slate is not conducive to success. There are a few winnable home games, none more so than Duke, and the Cavaliers must go 5-2 at home to pave the way to a bowl berth.
Season breakdown & prediction
In a nutshell The arrow is pointed up, though not at a 90-degree angle. Virginia isn't just going to skyrocket to the top of the A.C.C.: the ascent will be laborious, often painful, but fans can take some solace in the fact that a good slice of the dirty work has already been done. I don't Mike London-led Virginia will be quite as bad as it was in 2010 again, and that progression begins in earnest in 2011. I'm really a fan of what he's already achieved: London's got after it on the recruiting trail, bringing one of the conference's best classes during his first full cycle; he's already had an impact on offense; and the defense, though still a work in progress, will undoubtedly improve in its second season in the 4-3. The arrow is clearly pointed up. But keep the expectations in perspective. The Cavaliers have young, talented options at quarterback but no experience, which is a worry. The receiver corps is unproven and Payne will be sorely missed in the running game, where he carried the load a year ago. As for the defense, I can't shake the feeling that this group is one year away: the pieces really aren't there outside of Minnifield, though help is on the way. So what's the overall state of Virginia football in 2011? A bright future awaits, though how far Virginia goes – and I'm unsure if the Cavaliers can ever catch up with Hokies – depends on London and his continued success in recruiting. As for this season, I feel safe projecting the Cavaliers to win five games, with anything above that a pleasant surprise.
Dream season Mike London gets things going in year two, leading Virginia to a 9-3 mark overall, 6-2 in the A.C.C.
Nightmare season The Cavaliers take a step back, thanks to a youthful offense and a defense that remains a work in progress: 2-10, 1-7 in conference play.
In case you were wondering
Where do Virginia fans congregate? Begin with The Sabre, the rare independent message board that stands as the best option for a B.C.S. conference program. For recruiting coverage, check out Cavs Corner and Hoo Nation. You can also head over to The Great Blog of Virginia for a blog's take, as well The Sabre's The Good Ol' Blog.
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One is *sigh* California – USC, in which the Bears haven't managed to win a game since knocking off the Trojans in a 3 OT game in 2003.
The other…
Hmm, how about Baylor – Texas Tech?
Paul: You've got Cal.
In the Big XII,the Bedlam series has been won by the Sooners for the past eight seasons and I believe Texas Tech hasn't lost to Baylor in this century.
Yeah, it was 2002 when Okie State last won.
Baylor – Tech goes back to 1995 (ouch.)
But the last win by Virginia in their series with VaTech was more recent than the Cal win over USC (although in the same season.)
Wonder if there's more?
The ACC is home to a few more of those streaks, thanks Duke.
Duke hasn't beat UNC since 2003.
Duke hasn't beat Wake Forest since 1999.
Duke – North Carolina goes back to 2003 as well.
Wake Forest and Duke goes back to 2000.
Boise State has owned Idaho, but that's not BCS.
So that's five sets of BCS conference foes, not counting Virginia and VATech.
I'm going to guess that the next school is Army.
Clayton's right: Kościuszko
I guess it's Duke – Wake and Baylor – TT, then?
Paul: There are a bunch. Just said list two to make it a little easier. Probably should have done three. Ohio State-Cincinnati is another.
I'm throwing out there Notre Dame over Indiana.
Paul: Irish have won six straight, though the streak dates back to 1951.
Ohio State over Cinci … tOSU has not lost an in-state game since 1921 I believe. Thus, his "both in the same state, not necessarily rivals" point.
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Tom grew up in Milwaukee, bartended in Wauwatosa in the '70s and moved here in 1984.
Commentary, observations and musings about the outdoors, life in general and maybe Tosa politics and personalities will be the order of the day. He savors a lively debate as much as terrific cooking.
A Mother's Day Surprise
It has been three and a half weeks since I spotted the house finch nest in my hanging basket.
Complete with five jelly bean sized eggs.
Friday Morning Fish
Gone fishing...
The Garden Chronicles
The B.A.G. is comfortably established.
Everything is either up and growing or has been transplanted. I've even had to mound my potato rows twice already.
A Mother's Day Surprise
As of Monday afternoon only two birds could be found in my hanging basket.
My presumption is their three brethren have already fledged. It is unlikely a predator could gain a foothold on the basket-full of asparagus fern. If it could it would have likely taken the entire brood.
Friday Morning Music
Hey. It's the start of a music-themed weekend.
The Trouble with Mice, Tourists and Pirates
It was recently that a coterie of deer camp, pheasant hunting and fishing buddies reconvened for some quality male-bonding time in the north woods.
There was a vision of walleye and perch on our minds.
Friday Morning Music
The gulf coast has been on my mind lately. Eric Lindell says to start your weekend with some funky white guy blues.
It's looking like nice weather for bicycling...
Buried Treasures
We have boxes and boxes of stuff that we have accumulated over the years.
Photos, memorable newspapers and magazines, souvenirs, political memorabilia, family records and correspondence.
Friday Morning Music
I dunno.
Can you get a collection of four more talented artists together for some acoustic and vocal artistry - along with a trip down memory lane?
If Only The Dead Could Talk
My regular readers know that one of my pastimes is bicycling around the countryside looking for cemeteries worthy of exploration.
There is a great deal to learn by respectfully visiting the final resting places of those who have gone before us.
Canada Day
Tomorrow is Canada Day.
For our neighbors to the north this is the equivalent of our Independence Day which we celebrate on Sunday, July 4th.