Hoosier Hysteria

FYI...Mike's bone marrow biopsy came back clear! Wonderful news!

Big day in B-town! Yesterday marked the first official day of college hoops practice and IU definitely got into the mix. Friday morning they kicked off the day with an American Cancer Society Coaches versus Cancer breakfast at Assembly Hall. Coach Sampson is one of the council members for this foundation and this was the first time this event was held at IU. Coach's mother is a cancer survivor herself and this cause is one that he is very passionate about. Along with the breakfast a silent auction was held. Many keynote speakers participated in the event as well, which included other coaches, former IU players, and cancer survivors. All monies received go directly to fighting cancer. What a terrific way to raise awareness about this disease! Since its inception in 1993 this foundation has raised over $40 million to help aid the fight in cancer research. (((sigh...))) I guess IU isn't SO bad after all.

Later that evening the first official practice, "Hoosier Hysteria" was held. Considering the amount of talent the Hoosiers are boasting this year along with a preseason 11th ranking, I'm sure the atmosphere in Assembly Hall was out of control! It looks like Sophomore Armon Bassett won the 3-point contest and freshman Jordan Crawford won the dunk contest. Also DJ White was just named pre-season All-American. I wish Mike, Scott, Garrett and Mike's father-in-law Darrell could have gone. I don't imagine there are many fans that are more rabid about some Hoosier Hoops than those guys! If you have ever had the (dis)pleasure of watching an IU game with one of them you would know what I am talking about. Well I am just glad IU has a good shot at having a decent season this year because I can't take too much of Garrett's and Mike's belly-aching when they face the Wildcats on December 15th. Although this time the game is in Bloomington so UK will definitely have its work cut out.

Have a good weekend!