ACC Baseball Tournament Begins Thursday

The eighth-seeded Miami Hurricanes will open their run at the 2013 Atlantic Coast Conference Championships Thursday with a 3 p.m. matchup against first-seeded North Carolina at Durham Bulls Athletic Park.

The Hurricanes (35-21, 14-16 ACC), who have never missed the eight-team field during their nine seasons in the conference, are joined in Pool A by UNC (47-8, 21-7), fourth-seeded NC State (42-13, 19-10) and fifth-seeded Clemson (39-17, 18-12).

Pool B will be comprised of second-seeded Florida State (44-11, 20-10), third-seeded Virginia (45-9, 22-8), sixth-seeded Virginia Tech (35-19, 15-14) and seventh-seeded Georgia Tech (33-23, 15-15).

The Hurricanes will battle NC State Friday (May 24) at 11 a.m. and will end pool play with Clemson Saturday (May 25) at 3 p.m. If the Canes successfully emerge from Pool A, they will play the winner of Pool B Sunday at 1 p.m. for the championship.

Miami, who has only captured one ACC Championship (2008) in eight appearances in the tournament, competed in last season's championship finale, but ultimately fell to Georgia Tech 8-5 in Greensboro, N.C.

560 WQAM, the flagship station for Miami Hurricanes Athletics, and WVUM 90.5 FM will carry all of the action live from Durham Bulls Athletic Park.

All 13 games of this year’s ACC Baseball Championship will be televised for the seventh straight year. Regional Sports Networks from across the conference footprint and across the nation will carry all 12 games on Wednesday through Saturday. Please check theACC.com for RSN coverage of each game (http://www.theacc.com/live/rsn.html). Sunday’s 1 p.m. championship game will televised nationally by ESPN2.

All games will live-streamed via the Internet by ESPN3. In addition, all 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. games will be broadcast via satellite radio on Sirius XM 85. The 7 p.m. Wednesday (May 22) and Thursday (May 23) games will be broadcast on Sirius 93/XM 190. The Friday (May 24) 7 p.m. game will be carried on Sirius 111/XM 190, and the Saturday 7 p.m. game will be carried on Sirius 158/XM 190. Sunday afternoon’s championship game will be carried by Sirius XM 91 (College SportsNation).

For the full release from the Atlantic Coast Conference, click HERE.

Comments

[Old Skool]

Indeed

[roachcane77]

Thanks for the info SOUPster!

[TriangleCane]

I thought most passing systems were progression. Depending on whatever factors you have your primary secondary.....etc and a check down. What EJ said is not encouraging, but we will see. Then again what was EJs film study looking like? The Florida game was terrible. Clemson was a lot better. Clemons defense also didn't pressure EJ like Florida. Sooooo...... Now Ive gone and went on a tangent.

[nemo2002]

More 4

[Old Skool]

EJ Manual knows how to endear himself to his new team and fans. Meanwhile, his agent read the quote, did a face palm and made a quick call to explain to EJ PR 101.

[LB]

Coley was a phantom offensive coordinator at FSU. Believe that.

[UMike]

Per Pete Ariz..

Last month we had a story on Lincoln High School (NY) DT Thomas Holley and highlighted his transition to the football field from the basketball court (http://canesinsight.com/threads/5235...=thomas+holley). The athletic defensive tackle prospect has been using this Spring to continue working on honing his technique.

“It’s been going really good from what my coaches have been saying, were actually ahead of schedule. I’ve 100% been improving just working hard everyday and capitalizing on every second I have to work on my pass-rush and hands. It’s tiring, but worth it,” said Holley.

Something that has kept Holley going hard has been college coaches constantly dropping in on his practices.

“To me, it means I’ve created a brand for myself that I need to maintain and improve on. The way I look at it is motivation. I’m always working hard, but when I see a coach that means I have to go the extra mile because they’re there to see a product that they want to build on.”

Miami and Notre Dame have come to check out Holley twice, while other top programs have taken a look as well.

“Notre Dame and Miami have come twice. Some other schools I’m not sure about because they talk to my coach, but I know Clemson, Rutgers, Penn State, North Carolina State, Alabama, and some others have come.”

Holley expanded on what Miami coaches have been conveying to his coaches.

“Coach Franklin came up and another coach, but I don’t remember who it was. They can only talk to my coaches, but they’ve been telling them about the campus and how they think I’ll fit in with the big city environment like in New York. They have great academics and great football.”

Although he’s used to the everyday hustle of a big city, it’s not necessarily something that Holley is set on when he chooses a school.

“I’ll go anywhere as long as I feel comfortable. I know I will have to live there for the next 3 to 4 years so I’m open to anything, I just have to be comfortable there.”

Holley is still planning a trip to Florida to check out the big three of Miami, Florida, and Florida State.

“I think I’m going to be doing it towards the end of June.”

Miami Head Coach Al Golden reached out to Holley this month and the rising prospect shared what Golden was telling him.

“I spoke to him earlier in the month and he told me how fired up he is about me and how excited he was that they were recruiting me. He said I could help them out and do big things for them.”

[UMike]

More Pete...

Miami Jackson QB Quinton “Wanky” Flowers doesn’t have much else to prove at the high school level, but he’s not using that as an excuse to slack off during spring practice. He’s been focused on improving his connection with transfer receiver Jovon Durante (2015) as well as continuing to work on his quarterbacking skills.

“Spring’s going good. We got a couple of players that came in and I’m trying to get everything down with Jovon (Durante). Most colleges look at me as a receiver or free safety, but just like I said to everybody else, I’m going to college to play quarterback because I’ve been playing it all my life so why go to the next level to play something else. Ain’t nobody gonna change that of me,” said Flowers.

As far as quarterback-specific skills, Flowers has worked on one thing in particular.

“Most critics say I can’t throw to my left, so I’m showing people now that can I can do it with accuracy. A lot of people say that I try to always run, but I try to make everyone look good, not just myself.”

The athletic QB’s recruitment recently took a big jump when Alabama offered.

“I just got Alabama not too long ago. Clemson is interested in me. Illinois gave me an offer too.”

What were his thoughts on that ‘Bama offer?

“As a young man and student-athlete, I was very excited about the Alabama offer because they’ve won a lot of championships and that town is really into football. My coach from 7-on-7 called me and told me I had the offer. They said they like me at quarterback, but they say they wanna see me work at reveiver too.”

Prior to signing day, the hometown Miami Hurricanes were the favorite for Flowers. Recent developments have led the Jackson star to reconsider, though.

“Miami came to the school and they talked to me for a little bit and they wasn’t saying much about me playing quarterback. They were talking about receiver or free safety like some of the other schools so I feel like that’s not a place I will be going and they’re not on my mind until maybe later on down the line when I look at everything.”

**Flowers says his top 3 is Alabama, Marshall, and USF.

[BigWindyCane1]

**Flowers says his top 3 is Alabama, Marshall, and USF.

Posted by: UMike | May 20, 2013 at 08:14 AM

The difference between Miami and Alabama, is that Coach Golden and his staff are being honest with the local recruits.

Flowers is one of the best HS QBs I have seen, but I don't think his skills and size will translate well to Alabama's or Miami's offensive scheme.

[UMike]

BigWindy..I agree with the Golden part. I have not seen Flowers play, so IDK his skill set. There is a chance that when his season is over and he sits and thinks about it, his future may be better suited for a switch. Similar to the Treon Harris situation.

[SOUP]

Thanks for the info SOUPster!

Posted by: roachcane77 | May 20, 2013 at 05:59 AM

Check your email for edit and approval. I've got U up next.

[SOUP]

Recruiting Update:

http://247sports.com/Player/Chris-Lammons-25213

[SOUP]

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Top 5 for 2015 features three from the West, one from B1G/Midwest and one from Georgia. #Top247

#TownCane

[UMike]

Someone CIS mentioned that Ricardo Williams is no longer on the UM roster. NOTHING OFFICIAL..just passing that along cause I thought it was interesting

[SOUP]

SB Nation Recruiting ‏@SBNRecruiting 2m

Recruits should not place arbitrary commitment deadlines on themselves. Decide when you know you've found the right school. Not before.

AGREED 100%.

[SOUP]

UMike...I just checked to confirm and yes it IS true Williams is not on the roster. We never officially heard about his departure so it may be temporary?

Here is his UM profile:

http://www.hurricanesports.com/ViewArticle.dbml?SPSID=658368&SPID=103763&DB_LANG=C&DB_OEM_ID=28700&ATCLID=205558468&Q_SEASON=2012

[LB]

Friendly reminder: Be smart out there.

As for 2015, it's all about Ricky Town.

#TownCane
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We do not need to lose any more defensive players. Enough is enough.

[UMike]

LB..what do you mean..thats only like the 4th defensive player to be gone since last year lol

[UMike]

So far I've got EJ, Paul, Terry, Finnie and Williams (maybe) gone..so thats 5 defensive players. Am I missing any one?

[Ohio_Cane]

Gabe Terry is NOT gone.

[SOUP]

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[SOUP]

Miami junior ace Bryan Radziewski was among the five starting pitchers recognized with 2013 All-ACC First Team honors, as announced by the conference offices Monday.

Radziewski, in the midst of a dominating junior campaign, ended the season rated among the conference leaders in nearly every statistical category. The Miami, Fla., native ranked third in ERA (1.64), tied for second in wins (eight), tied for second in complete games (two), third in strikeouts (96) and first in batting average against (.175).

After missing nearly all of 2012 due to season-ending shoulder surgery, Radziewski made a dazzling return to the weekend rotation in a March 23 shutout of then-No. 24 Virginia Tech. The southpaw struck out 16 Hokie batters, just three shy of the single-game conference record, and earned ACC Pitcher of the Week honors for his first career complete game. The outing marked the second of three double-digit strikeout performances this season.

Radziewski is one of just three pitchers in the conference averaging over 10 strikeouts per nine innings (11.27), and set a new career high with 96 punchouts this season. The former Baseball America Freshman All-American has recorded 204 strikeouts over 33 starts with the Hurricanes, and now boasts a 19-4 all-time record and career ERA of 2.64.

Radziewski's selection marks the second straight year a Miami pitcher has earned all-conference recognition; Eric Erickson was named to the 2012 All-ACC Second Team. To see the full list of All-ACC honorees, click HERE.

Miami will mark its return to the diamond Thursday with a Pool A matchup against first-seeded North Carolina at the 2013 ACC Championship in Durham, N.C. First pitch for the contest, set to be televised live on RSN and ESPN3, is set for 3 p.m. from Durham Bulls Athletic Park.

[UMike]

Gabe Terry is NOT gone.

Posted by: Ohio_Cane | May 20, 2013 at 10:55 AM

Well he aint back yet lol

[SOUP]

UMike..which five new defensive players do U think will make the most impact in 2013 and why?

[SOUP]

Gabe Terry is NOT gone.

Posted by: Ohio_Cane | May 20, 2013 at 10:55 AM

Well he aint back yet lol

Posted by: UMike | May 20, 2013 at 11:32 AM

THIS IS THE CLEAREST EXAMPLE OF A POSITIVE VERSUS A NEGATIVE POINT OF VIEW THAT U WILL EVER SEE!

One is HOPEFUL.

The other is HOPELESS.

[UMike]

Hopeless? I am just pointing out that Terry is NOT currently on the team lol..geez

[UMike]

UMike..which five new defensive players do U think will make the most impact in 2013 and why?

Posted by: SOUP | May 20, 2013 at 11:35 AM

Good question..give me a few and I will get an answer...

[UMike]

UMike..which five new defensive players do U think will make the most impact in 2013 and why?

Posted by: SOUP | May 20, 2013 at 11:35 AM

Ok..these are in no particular order..and I am sure I will miss some one..but off the top of my head I think the 5 players would be..

D. Perryman
C. Porter
A. Chickillo
A. Figueroa
D. Bush

Perryman
For obvious reasons. Guy is a stud and the best player we have on defense. With the lack of experience and depth at LB he will have to step up and I think he will.

Porter.
IMO, the best DT we got when healthy. assuming he stays healthy he will go a long way in helping t stop the run and create. some sort of pass rush.

Chick
I think his slump is over and will get after the QB which we desperately need. We know the player he is capable of being, and I think he steps up this year.

Figueroa
This guy (at east so far) just seems like he is going to plat 110% all the time and make plays. If this holds true he will help ignite the defense and keep them fired up.

Bush
Same as with Figueroa, he provides a spark with big hits. When it is all said and done I think he will be one of the top safetys in college football.

[SOUP]

UMike...good job, nice work.

What about new Freshmen defensive players? Who will play or contribute?

[UMike]

UMike...good job, nice work.

What about new Freshmen defensive players? Who will play or contribute?

Posted by: SOUP | May 20, 2013 at 11:58 AM

Definitely Alex Figueroa. if he stays healthy watch out. Due to depth Grace and Bond may also play, especially on special teams. I think besides Figueroa and Bond, Burns is the most likely freshman to contribute. We are thing at CB right now with McGee and Finne gone. Im sure I am missing some one..but those are my first guess

[UMike]

Also..Larry Hope, Nate Dortch & Dwayne Hoilett could contribute as redshirt freshman

[SOUP]

Dwayne Hoilett could contribute as redshirt freshman

Posted by: UMike | May 20, 2013 at 12:05 PM

That's the one I was looking for.

#StockRising

[Ohio_Cane]

All Terry has to do is prove to the coaching staff the bad stuff is behind him, work his tail off in the summer and Spring, and most likely a behind-the-scenes condition or two and he's on the team.

I consider him NOT gone and that he's BACK, even if he's not "listed on the roster" atm.

[UMike]

Ohio..I get what your saying..but I was talking about guys that are not on the team right now..and Terry is not lol..I definitely hope he makes it back. Also, there has been nothing official that he can even earn his way back. Hopefully he does..we can use him lol

[j.w.]

All Terry has to do is prove to the coaching staff the bad stuff is behind him, work his tail off in the summer and Spring, and most likely a behind-the-scenes condition or two and he's on the team.

I consider him NOT gone and that he's BACK, even if he's not "listed on the roster" atm.

Posted by: Ohio_Cane | May 20, 2013 at 12:20 PM
Hoping he has the maturity to recognize this opportunity!
happy Monday, folks- hearing that despite our disappointing record, Canes baseball should be in the regionals. Anyone else hearing this?
When I become king of college sports, the first thing I'll do is increase the available scholarships to 18 for baseball and softball (Title IX compliance). The numbers they have are ridiculous. Selig should be using his office to press the NCAA on this as well.

[Ohio_Cane]

JW, while I understand it's just on the internet and not actually put into practice yet, his twitter sounds like he realizes this is the opportunity of a lifetime to come back to the team and be great.

Hoping he pulls it off.

[LB]

"thats only like the 4th defensive player to be gone since last year lol"

But that's a lot given the rankings for this defense.

[UMike]

LB..I was being sarcastic..I agree its a high number..especially on the side of the ball we're weakest lol...But i do think we have some young studs coming in and some returning youth that is talented

[SOUP]

Umike...to be fair losing those four (five?) players U mentioned IS going to hurt our starting D and our defensive depth. But there is little that can be done about it so worrying about it is not productive. What is positive is moving forward and hoping the new players and recruits can help add the depth we need.

The secondary seems stocked at this point, but both LB and DT (HERBIE!) appear very tenuous at best. Let's hope for some pleasent surprises there.

[UMike]

SOUP...must you make everything into a "positive vs negative" thing lol...I ONLY mentioned it because LB brought up a good point..cant keep loosing guys on that side of the ball. I do think our secondary will be solid for years to come. I do think the DT position will be better simply because of experience and Porters health.

[j.w.]

Think of losing the 4 this way: we can finish 115th without them just as easily as we did with them. :) On a more serious note, you never want to lose depth, but we lost potential more than we lost talent. By that I mean all of the departing guys had their moments, but they all frustrated us with goofball moves (on and off the field). We'll get by.

[UMike]

j.w...I agree

[UMike]

I dont think Golden and staff anticipated losing 3 LB's in one off-season, otherwise Lb would of been more of a priority in last years class.

[BigWindyCane1]

BigWindy..I agree with the Golden part. I have not seen Flowers play, so IDK his skill set. There is a chance that when his season is over and he sits and thinks about it, his future may be better suited for a switch. Similar to the Treon Harris situation.

Posted by: UMike | May 20, 2013 at 09:16 AM

I saw Flowers and Harris play this past year. I thought Flowers was a little better, but they both are talented QBs on very talented teams. Harris played on the second most talented team from Miami I saw (closely behind a deeper Central team). When I compare the QBs the Canes had on their roster this past spring, Flowers and Harris are shorter, spread QBs than Morris, Williams, Crow and the others.

I love when Miami recruits local players, but I think they have to be honest with all the kids they recruit, and not all recruits will play their HS position if they commit to the U. I like both Harris and Flowers - they are great players and should get MIami offers - but I would be surprised if they played QB at Miami or Alabama, although I think they could play at UCF, USF, Marshall or another school that could run a similar spread offense.

[UMike]

BigWindy...agreed. Better to be honest and potentially lose them, them lie and have it spread all over the community that our coaches lie. A lot of players make a switch every year. Brandon McGee was a QB at Plantation..Ethnic Sands was a QB at Carol City etc...NO WAY Alabama would keep Flowers at QB in their offense.

[SOUP]

Miami’s response to its Notice of Allegations is due today as the university heads toward a June hearing in front of the NCAA’s Committee on Infractions. The program hasn’t suppressed its feelings about the NCAA’s investigation, however. UM president Donna Shalala has called for no additional sanctions beyond the ones self-imposed by the school and a motion to dismiss the case was reportedly filed in March.

Most of that, of course, stems from the fact that the investigation reached FUBAR status earlier this year when the NCAA revealed it had to investigate itself due to improper conduct by its enforcement staff.

Now, Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald reports an unnamed former Hurricanes assistant is pointing fingers as well, although this time at the SEC.

Here’s what Jackson noted in his Sunday column:

One former UM coach accused of wrongdoings complained privately that what the ex-UM coaches allegedly did paled in comparison to unreported violations committed in the SEC.

[Canesfan_1]

smh about people worrying about a guy (Williams) that hasn't contributed and wasn't expected to contribute. I believe he was never even mentioned in the 2 deep.

I wish him the best, but if he is gone, that's just one more spot that Golden can work his recruiting magic on. See? It's actually good news.

[SOUP]

SOUP...must you make everything into a "positive vs negative" thing lol.

Posted by: UMike | May 20, 2013 at 01:16 PM

YES, I must.

U see UMike, here IT is: U have a blind spot that must be addressed and my purpose for being is to be here for U, to support U as a friend and to help U overcome your negativity and become a happier and more positive and optimistic person, not just in sports, but in life in general.

The sooner that U realize and accept that God has put me in your path of life to help U become a more POSITIVE person and stop being resistant and defensive the sooner U will be on your path to real fulfillment as a self actualized human being.

Your resistance is futile.

That is all.

[herbieibis]

A Ha, say it ain't so, another dfensive player, tossed to the scrap heap. The Herb is perplexed, with the exodus on that side of the ball. I guess all the delinquents are over on that side and of course if you have sticky fingers, and you're a doobie lover, maybe just maybe, there's a reason you're headed to the Jucco ranks or Marshall!
Good to see the baseball team try their hardest to hit the Herb's forcast of a 34-22 season but at the same time, I'm glad they slugged their way to an 8TH place seed.

[SOUP]

smh about people worrying about a guy (Williams) that hasn't contributed and wasn't expected to contribute. I believe he was never even mentioned in the 2 deep.

Posted by: Canesfan_1 | May 20, 2013 at 01:30 PM

From what I saw and what I heard Hoilett had passed him on the depth chart and Williams MAY have found himself in "no man's land" on the depth chart.