Four Play In Photos: Part One

Now get your minds out of the gutter and pay attention! This is important.

Back in February, a few of us Canespacers had a chance to participate in a rare event: Attending four University of Miami sports events in just four days.

The "Four Play" (as we called it) included two baseball and two basketball games all on the lovely, tropically landscaped UM campus in Coral Gables.

If you have never had the opportunity to travel to South Florida and see the campus of the University of Miami and not just the City of Miami then you do not know what U are missing.

Joining me on this trip to the 305 were Canespacers TSully and KYCane. On the trip we went three for four in the games and beat the Gators but there was so much more.

I had the chance to take both bloggers to the beautiful Newman Alumni Center on campus as well as the baseball and basketball stadiums.

Not to mention the always enjoyable side trips to The Titanic Brewery on a nightly basis. In the end, a good time was had by all and we met many interesting people along the way.

But none were more interesting than the two lovely Lady Canes tennis players who were sitting right behind us at the baseball game against the Gators.

TSully spent about one full hour of quality time translating the game of baseball to the UM tennis players from Germany and Venezuela. It was one of those time where the saying: "U had to be there!" was actually true.

We even visited the incredible new Schwartz Center (seen below) next to the Schiff Tennis Center (seen above) and the famous Hecht Athletic Building along Hurricane Drive as we toured the entire campus.

Anyway, part two of the "Four Play" trip will post soon.

Stay tuned because it involves photos of Hooters.

No really, trust me, it does.

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Comments

[trianglecane]

Alright.. I thought\hoping kirby was coming around and moved back to the middle.

[Ohio_Cane]

I was talking specifically about the 3-4. When we're in the 4-3, Perryman will be MLB. 3-4 will be Perryman and Kirby, I believe.

[Ohio_Cane]

I can see how I confused people since I only mentioned 3 LBs. My bad.

[UMike]

Either way, the LB play should improve.

[Lurker]

Olsen getting plenty of praise for his work at practice today.

But then is seen leaving after practice with a big bag of ice wrap over his right hand. Hope it's nothing serious.

[trianglecane]

GRAY CROW RISE UP!

[Ohio_Cane]

Susan Miller Degnan ‏@smillerdegnan 58s

Tim "Ice" Harris has made it clear his next job will be as a coach. If #UM #Canes don't hire him as one, be assured another univ will.

[Go Canes]

@smillerdegnan: #UM #Canes QB Kevin Olsen has another good day at practice - just walked away in street clothes w large ice pack on rt hand

[UMike]

So the ice on the right hands is a theme...hard high-fives maybe?

[RCCF]

Posted by: Ohio_Cane | March 18, 2014 at 12:38 PM

If UM doesn't Hire Him UM is in Trouble!!

RCCF

[UMike]

The position Ice is in might just be a temp thing until something opens up. Im sure a school that wants South Florida kids will snatch him up quick.

[Ohio_Cane]

If UM doesn't Hire Him UM is in Trouble!!

RCCF

Posted by: RCCF | March 18, 2014 at 12:51 PM
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Assuming U mean as a position coach. I agree, but don't see any reason why they wouldn't.

[Ohio_Cane]

UMike, it's the only position he can take without a degree. He's earning his degree while he works the current job. He'll get a position coach/other job once he's got the degree. Golden won't let him go easily.

[UMike]

Assuming U mean as a position coach. I agree, but don't see any reason why they wouldn't.

Posted by: Ohio_Cane | March 18, 2014 at 12:55 PM

I didnt see any reason to keep D'No... but...I think when something opens up they will, they would be dumb not to.

[UMike]

You need a degree to be a position coach? Hmmm

[trianglecane]

Off topic.. I have decided to start hunting with a compound bow instead of a rifle. What brand\model should a beginner start with?

[Ohio_Cane]

You need a degree to be a position coach? Hmmm

Posted by: UMike | March 18, 2014 at 12:57 PM
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That's what I read. Also, SMD posted this:

Susan Miller Degnan ‏@smillerdegnan 19m

First, Tim "Ice" Harris will get his degree. Then he's fair game. #Canes

[UMike]

Is it me, or does Olsen look like a 16yo stoner?

[UMike]

Cronkrite & Irvin Army All Americans

[RCCF]

Irvin ran a 4.63 Forty.....Sheesh
and yes a position coach spot for Ice, need his recruiting and Winning Touch..

RCCF

[Ohio_Cane]

Off topic.. I have decided to start hunting with a compound bow instead of a rifle. What brand\model should a beginner start with?

Posted by: trianglecane | March 18, 2014 at 12:57 PM
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Beginner or not, the better bow U get, the better off U are. Compound bows can be adjusted to your strength. I wouldn't use any less than 40lb draw weight for deer. No need to go over 60-65.

The higher the draw weight, the harder it is to hold for longer periods of time, so be careful to practice a lot. Picture the deer (or whatever animal) walking up and stopping right behind a tree/bush/etc when U draw back and see how long U can keep it drawn back without letting it down, but still being able to be accurate after holding for a few seconds or up to 20-30 seconds if U can.

You're going to pay more for a better bow, but you'll also get better results and accuracy with them.

Me and my buddy both have a Bowtech Destroyer 340, but the 350 is what everyone is buying now. Bowtech, Hoyt and Mathews are all good brands to look at.

[Ohio_Cane]

Is it me, or does Olsen look like a 16yo stoner?

Posted by: UMike | March 18, 2014 at 01:04 PM
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Yep lol

[trianglecane]

Posted by: Ohio_Cane | March 18, 2014 at 01:12 PM

Thanks Ohio!

[UMike]

I think Im going to sign my daughter up for MMA classes... anyone here have any experience with kids and MMA or self defense classes?

[raizecane]

Another off-topic request - me and the family will be heading to the mountains in July. We are looking at different places - Helen ga, Bryson City NC and Gatlinburg TN. Does anyone have a suggestion on cabins at any of these locations or any other location in the smokey moutains? Thanks

[UMike]

raize, I have stayed in the cabins in the smokeys in Gatlinburg and loved it. Loved sitting in the hot tub on the balcony looking at the smokies. Plus Pigeon Forge is right there with lots of fun stuff to do and see.

[Ohio_Cane]

I think Im going to sign my daughter up for MMA classes... anyone here have any experience with kids and MMA or self defense classes?

Posted by: UMike | March 18, 2014 at 01:31 PM
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I took Tae-Kwon-Do as a kid. My dad put me in it. Got my black belt at 13. I quit because I wanted to focus just on sports. Also, I took MMA as an adult. Any questions regarding that, let me know and I'll let U know what I can.

Never put my children through them yet tho, but I will be when they're old enough.

[UMike]

Ohio.. my daughter will be in middle school next year, and I just want her to be able to defend herself. I can teach her how to street fight all day, but there isnt any discipline in that and I want her to have the knowledge to fight off an adult as well. Was thinking of Gracie Jiu-Jitsu. I'm wondering about the costs involved and if it helps, is worth it.

[Ohio_Cane]

It is definitely worth it. The discipline in martial arts or MMA is something not all parents can or know how to teach. It's also something that I think should be taught by someone other than the parents, since we all know kids only listen to and obey so much of what they're parents instill.

I don't think there's really a "wrong" answer as to which type U pick. She'll learn how to defend herself as well as learning discipline from any MA or MMA class.

Tae-Kwon-Do was good because you learned more how to defend yourself more on your feet than on the ground and Jiu-Jitsu will teach more how to defend yourself on the ground more than on your feet. Both are taught in each, and both are important.

Regarding costs, I'd ask around close to you since they can vary widely.

[UMike]

Ohio, when I was reading up on Gracie Jiu-Jitsu, they said the main difference between normal Jiu-Jitsu and Gracie Jiu-Jitsu is that the Gracie style teaches to defend both on your feet and on the ground. It also said the class teaches to defend against adults and against other children without really hurting them.

[The Dude]

I don't think there's really a "wrong" answer as to which type U pick. She'll learn how to defend herself as well as learning discipline from any MA or MMA class.

Posted by: Ohio_Cane | March 18, 2014 at 01:43 PM

I agree with this. My sister and I took classes in self defense from about 7 to 14. Just getting to understand a defensive state of mind is one thing these classes should be drilling home and is a super positive thing.

[Ohio_Cane]

UMike, I never did Gracie JJ, but that sounds right.

The JJ I did around here did more on ground stuff, but the teacher also taught us harmful AND harmless ways in the same situations. AKA street way vs competition way.

[UMike]

Dude, I agree. Where I grew up everyone had a defensive state of mind and you HAD to know how to defend/fight, or run fast. But my kids (thankfully) dont live in that type of environment so it isnt natural to them like it is to me. But since my daughter is getting older and developing (Lord help me!!!!) I think I want her to know proper ways to defend herself againt kids and adults.

[The Dude]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t5jXwdyFyus

Golden Al speaks to the media.

[The Dude]

Posted by: UMike | March 18, 2014 at 02:03 PM

Exactly! My wife has no defensive state of mind, grew up sheltered in Idaho Falls, which is funny 'cuz here Dad is a hardcore dude.

[UMike]

lol.. my uncles made dam sure I knew how to fight, but they mainly made sure I wasnt no punk (which of course would look bad on them).... I dont want THAT for my kids lol... just to be able to defend themselves and understand threats are out there. But street fights arent anything like a woman or girl being attacked.

[The Dude]

Posted by: UMike | March 18, 2014 at 02:11 PM

Agreed. This is why more women should carry weapons. A gun, spray, knife... something. There are bad people out there. Obviously for your daughter she cant carry a pistol, best to run and scream or disable, run and scream.

[UMike]

Right.. thats why the whole "being able to defend against adults" appeals to me.

[trianglecane]

My dad took me to a boxing ring at 4 in east LA. LOL! needless to say a little mexican kid kick my butt. But, I did learn to fight back..

I love my pops, BUT i will not do that to my boys, it's karate starting this summer. More about gaining confidence that kick'n booty.

[Dude on a Pale Horse]

To be a position coach, doesn't it have to be a Master's degree?

[Dude on a Pale Horse]

I'm not worried about Tim Irvin's 40 time at all. He is a tazmanian devil out there. Besides WELL OVER half the 40 times and Ht/Wt numbers out there are exaggerated.

[Lurker]

To be a position coach, doesn't it have to be a Master's degree?

Posted by: The Dude | March 18, 2014 at 02:43 PM

Is that a serious question?

[Dude on a Pale Horse]

Lurker = Troll

[raizecane]

UMike - both of my daughters took Tae-Kwon-Do and both got up to 2nd degree black belt.

As far as cost goes, my wife was at trainig so much, they offered her a part time job and the classes were then free so we got lucky. But it can get expensive because you have to pay extra when it come time to earn a new belts.

After 6 years, both of my kids got tired and i was not going to force them so my best advise is to sign them up, support them until they no longer find it enjoyable and hope that by then, they have the basics. My youngest is only 105 lbs so there is no way she can defend herself against an adult male so also teach them about their surroundings and what to look for.

[trianglecane]

http://miamiherald.typepad.com/sports-buzz/2014/03/tuesday-afternoon-um-football-update-more-encouraging-signs-from-olsen-news-and-notes.html

read up!

[Ohio_Cane]

http://miamiherald.typepad.com/sports-buzz/2014/03/tuesday-afternoon-um-football-update-more-encouraging-signs-from-olsen-news-and-notes.html

read up!

Posted by: trianglecane | March 18, 2014 at 03:25 PM
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Well there U go. We were just talking about this:

### Tim Harris said his new role at UM is almost identical to the one he had at UM under Randy Shannon “but I feel more comfortable doing it. I understand the roles.”

He needs to graduate from college to be able to coach, and Harris said he is two semesters away from doing that. “I know I can coach,” he said. “My record speaks for itself.”

[SOUP]

I think that since we had become accustom to giving up 40 or more, giving up only 36 to Louisville was an improvement, so we were trending up :)

Posted by: UMike | March 18, 2014 at 11:05 AM

I thought U gave up bashing for Lent? LOL

[SOUP]

Daytona Beach to Jacksonville.

Me so tired...

[SOUP]

GRAY CROW RISE UP!

Posted by: trianglecane | March 18, 2014 at 12:37 PM

Finally somebody who knows football.

Dat's my boi!

[Lurker]

Dude, I'm not a troll.

To be honest, you asking that question was either you trolling or the kind of question someone who knows very little about college football would ask.