University of Miami Hall of Famers and football greats Randal Hill and Andre Johnson will host the 5th Annual Habitat for Humanity of the Upper Keys/University of Miami Sports Hall of Fame (UMSHoF) Celebrity Dolphin Fishing Tournament June 26-27 in Islamorada, Florida. Event activities will take place at Founders Park at Mile Marker 87 on the Overseas Highway.
The tournament weekend will begin Friday evening with a kick-off party, silent auction and captains’ meeting followed on Saturday by a full day of fishing, awards dinner and live and silent auctions featuring unique sports memorabilia as well as a variety of gift packages. This is the only fishing event of its kind that matches participants with former Miami Hurricanes sports stars for the competition. Cash prizes and trophies will be presented to anglers in eight categories. A portion of the tournament proceeds will go to Habitat for Humanity of the Upper Keys ,The Buoniconti Fund to Cure Paralysis , Coastal Conservation Association and the UMSHoF.
“I am very proud of how far we’ve come with this fundraising event,” said K.C. Jones , president of the UMSHoF, a 2008 hall inductee, two-time Super Bowl winner with the Denver Broncos and founder of the tournament. “In only five years we’ve not only created the largest fishing tournament in the Florida Keys, but we’ve established the tournament as an opportunity for fans to get to know their favorite former Hurricanes players, all supporting the Miami and Florida Keys communities while raising money for important causes.”
Hill added: “It’s an honor to host an event that has such a powerful draw and impact on the University of Miami Community. I can’t wait to get back down to the Keys and compete with my friends! Go Canes!”
Johnson said: “I’m so excited to continue the tradition of great Canes hosting this event. I’m looking forward to reconnecting with Canes fans and all my former teammates. We are all about the U!”
Former Hurricanes sports stars scheduled to participate include NFL Hall of Famer and 2012 Tournament Host Warren Sapp (Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Oakland Raiders), NFL Hall of Famer Ted Hendricks (Baltimore Colts, Green Bay Packers, Oakland and Los Angeles Raiders), Clinton Portis (Denver Broncos, Washington Redskins), Brett Romberg (Jacksonville Jaguars, St. Louis Rams, Atlanta Falcons), Gary Dunn (Pittsburgh Steelers) and Damione Lewis (St. Louis Rams, Carolina Panthers, New England Patriots, Houston Texans).
The 5th Annual Habitat for Humanity of the Upper Keys/UMSHoF Celebrity Dolphin Fishing Tournament is brought to participants in part by the Monroe County Tourist Development Council . For information about tournament participation, including boat entry or sponsorship opportunities, visit www.canesfish.com. (305) 667-0399 or contact Tournament Director Judy Layne at judy@canesfish.com . Save $150 on tournament fees by registering online now until June 1. Follow the tournament on Facebook at www.facebook.com/canesfish .
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Posted by: 86Cane | May 16, 2015 at 08:59 AM
There Golden goes with his bs...the players either didnt qualify, transferred due to playing time, were arrested or booted for breaking team rules...I cant remember a SINGLE signee leave because of the NCAA.
Tell us kids are sticking around because you recruited better, that your staff took less chances, tell us kids are sticking around because they believe in what you're building...but please dont try to keep the NCAA excuse alive. Just when I think Golden was turning the corner on his BS train he tries to sell us on some more.
Posted by: UMike | May 15, 2015 at 12:24 PM
The truth might be more nuanced.
The NCAA impact (hitting August 2011) could - and should - have been a crippling blow to Miami's 2012 recruiting class. It's possible that in order to salvage the class in the absolute worst part of the scandal, that we were not as picky that year as we were afterwards.
Of the 33 commitments that year, 10 were gone by the end of their first year and another 5 were gone by the end of their second year. Only 2 were four star players, the rest were three star players.
If you look at how long the players lasted from each class, you will see a positive trend:
2008 Class: 32 recruits, 10 gone after 2 years
2009 Class: 19 recruits, 03 gone after 2 years
2010 Class: 29 recruits, 13 gone after 2 years
2011 Class: 19 recruits, 10 gone after 2 years
2012 Class: 33 recruits, 15 gone after 2 years
2013 Class: 19 recruits, 06 gone after 2 years
And the 2014 class, with 1 player transferring so far.
As far as I know, the NCAA mess was never cited as a reason for leaving. I would guess that it may have been a factor for some.
Posted by: TonyCane | May 16, 2015 at 02:31 AM
Whoa, Jedd Fisch is at Michigan?
Posted by: The Dude | May 16, 2015 at 01:49 AM
Florida College, Florida State College and University of Miami are #'s 7, 8 & 9 in the USA Today Coaches Poll for baseball.
Posted by: The Dude | May 16, 2015 at 01:25 AM
The way some cellular companies have carry over minutes, I wish we could have carry over runs for the tourney. I know we'll need them.
Posted by: Lurker | May 15, 2015 at 11:00 PM
Ohio...the only problem with the fundraising campaign is that it ONLY lets you donate through PayPal?
Posted by: 86Cane | May 15, 2015 at 10:59 PM
Canes 153, Opponents 17.
Posted by: Go Canes | May 15, 2015 at 10:31 PM
Damn son!
Kinda like the score of the Lovers vs the Haters?
Posted by: 86Cane | May 15, 2015 at 10:58 PM
Wow:
Tim Reynolds @ByTimReynolds
Miami baseball's last 11 scores, all wins:
12-0
9-5
12-0
9-3
14-0
26-0
13-1
19-1
14-6
3-0
22-1 tonight
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Canes 153, Opponents 17.
Posted by: Go Canes | May 15, 2015 at 10:31 PM
Ball game!
Miami 22
GT 1
Posted by: thirstybuzzardcane | May 15, 2015 at 10:27 PM
Miami 22
GT 1
Heading to top 9
Posted by: thirstybuzzardcane | May 15, 2015 at 10:18 PM
ML 1970, Game 3 of this series is at 1pm tomorrow.
Posted by: 1canesfan | May 15, 2015 at 10:14 PM
Miami 21
GT 1
Heading to the bottom of 8th
Posted by: thirstybuzzardcane | May 15, 2015 at 10:02 PM
ML 1970, I get the game on my xbox. I'm sure you have one, right?....lol. Just had family leave so I finally turned the game on, after the Atlanta Hawks game of course
Posted by: thirstybuzzardcane | May 15, 2015 at 09:59 PM
BOOM!!! Thompson just hit a grand slam! Let's save some runs for tomorrow boyz!
Miami 21
GT 1
Bottom 7
Posted by: thirstybuzzardcane | May 15, 2015 at 09:54 PM
I'm curious to here BigWindy's thoughts on Calvert...
Posted by: CaneRock | May 15, 2015 at 08:54 PM
l@DukeJohnson_8: I don't know what you thought but yea somebody gotta pay...@D_Perryman52
http://t.co/LBeflCOjcl
Posted by: Go Canes | May 15, 2015 at 08:52 PM
From a poster on CIS:
"Miami has picked up there recruitment of Calvert, Miami will be at his spring game May 20th. Calvert will attend camp this year in hopes for a UM offer."
Posted by: CaneRock | May 15, 2015 at 08:51 PM
@mattyports: Betting on Mark Walton. (Jaquan Johnson has it for D. Strong candidate to be the jersey they sell in 2017.) https://t.co/1JLOGEHVcC
Posted by: Go Canes | May 15, 2015 at 07:51 PM
I have just my Kindle HD tablet. I will try your instructions. My TV is DUMB TV, not a smart one. I am not too tech savy,, disabled, and am a 66 year old woman,a graduate of the U, and a good and loyal friend of 86. I was just ticked that people in the Space Coast area don't even recognize the U.
When is the next game?
Posted by: ML Alumni1970. | May 15, 2015 at 07:38 PM
Please support and share my fundraising campaign, Please Help These Young Children:
https://fundrazr.com/campaigns/7zMMd/tx/94n5t9
Posted by: Ohio_Cane | May 15, 2015 at 07:33 PM
@MiamiTrack: Artie Burns wins Heat 2 of the 110m prelims with a time of 13.74 seconds, earning an automatic qualifying spot in the final
Posted by: Go Canes | May 15, 2015 at 06:51 PM
Perryman staying that extra in college really worked out for him. Good choice young man.
Posted by: MDCane | May 15, 2015 at 06:07 PM
@mattyports: Added a few Canes NFL transactions of note (Perryman/Chickillo contracts) http://t.co/PGZRZTcuvA
Posted by: Go Canes | May 15, 2015 at 05:43 PM
@ChristyChirinos: #Canes will have chance to get night practices in this fall. Told football practice field getting lights in June or July, operable for camp.
Posted by: Go Canes | May 15, 2015 at 05:43 PM
ML Alumni1970 try ESPN3.com on your compy.
If you have a smart tv U can use the internet to stream it.
http://espn.go.com/watchespn/index#type/upcoming/
Let's go Canes!
Posted by: 1canesfan | May 15, 2015 at 04:49 PM
Repost that link O_C.
Posted by: The Dude | May 15, 2015 at 04:13 PM
U welcome OC will give again my Canes Brotha.
Posted by: Terrance Sullivan | May 15, 2015 at 03:45 PM
Lol UMike.
Posted by: The Dude | May 15, 2015 at 03:28 PM
Billy Corben Interview
http://sportsbuzzmiami.com/2015/05/1...rview-podcast/
Posted by: SinisterCane | May 15, 2015 at 03:08 PM
Sully, thank U so much for your donation to my niece and nephew!
Posted by: Ohio_Cane | May 15, 2015 at 02:20 PM
I know 86...I dont get it...I never will...I could of said this and that...
Posted by: UMike | May 15, 2015 at 02:11 PM
I'm just going to save 86 the time. USuck UMike, UNegative, lol.
Posted by: The Dude | May 15, 2015 at 02:08 PM
All he has to say is guys are buying in now, but he's gonna milk the cloud for every drop of rain he can.
Posted by: The Dude | May 15, 2015 at 02:02 PM
Go Canes, Patteron will most likely be a 4 or 5 Star when his class comes around. Going to be a long battle to keep him. Good pick up.
Posted by: UMike | May 15, 2015 at 01:37 PM
@mattyports: New Hurricanes football commit Jalen Patterson made a few plays last year as a freshman. See highlights here: http://t.co/15buAEaIay
Posted by: Go Canes | May 15, 2015 at 01:35 PM
took less chances****
Posted by: UMike | May 15, 2015 at 01:34 PM
Bu if you want to believe Golden that is your business and choice...I just know bs when I see it.
Posted by: UMike | May 15, 2015 at 01:32 PM
REAL reasons why we lost players...
Grades and/or test scores
Violation of team rules
Arrested
Lack of playing time
Scheme
None of which have anything to do with the NCAA and our violations
Posted by: UMike | May 15, 2015 at 01:31 PM
The truth would of been more like "guys are sticking around because we took less changes in recruiting"...or "guys are sticking around because they believe we are building something special".. or "we have recruited a better character kid" any of those would of done and been truthful...what he said was complete and utter bs.
Posted by: UMike | May 15, 2015 at 01:29 PM
Go Canes....really man? This is NOT TRUE. Name players that didn't make it in, transferred or were booted that gave the NCAA mess for the reason.
Posted by: UMike | May 15, 2015 at 01:28 PM
I wasn't even trying to be negative...just calling Golden out. I just recently gave him credit for not using excuses lately and making changes etc...those comments sounded like the Golden from mediocrity past haha
Posted by: UMike | May 15, 2015 at 01:26 PM
Maybe he chose to say it because it's true.
I know that's a crazy assumption but the guy is around the team on a daily basis.
Posted by: Go Canes | May 15, 2015 at 01:25 PM
BB King is an American Icon. I'm not sad though, the man is immortal through his music.
UMike,
Great point man, but the negativity police just got dispatched for all hands on deck.
Posted by: The Dude | May 15, 2015 at 01:15 PM
Where's WWIM at?
Does He really miss seeing that big flaming red ball in the middle of the court this time of year that much?
Is He really taking it that hard?!
SHEEZ!
Posted by: CaneRock | May 14, 2015 at 12:57 PM
How is that Bulls vs Cavs series going ya hatin bastard!!! LMAO
(drops mic)
Posted by: WWIN | May 15, 2015 at 12:51 PM
TSully...there are like 10 other things that he could of said that sounded good and were truthful to somewhat truthful and yet he still chose to use the NCAA stuff.
Posted by: UMike | May 15, 2015 at 12:42 PM
Ditto what Terrance said.
Posted by: CaneRock | May 15, 2015 at 12:39 PM
UMike spot on Brotha.
Posted by: Terrance Sullivan | May 15, 2015 at 12:34 PM
And before the homers jump on me...I am NOT talking about recruiting or losing out on recruits due to the NCAA...I am talking about...and so was the article...all the kids we lost AFTER they signed.
Posted by: UMike | May 15, 2015 at 12:26 PM
The NCAA penalized UM in Oct. 2013 for misdeeds committed by booster Nevin Shapiro. So far, one player from UM’s 2014 signing class has transferred. Golden said players are sticking around because they’re certain of the team’s future.
“There’s less attrition now because there’s less turmoil,” he said. “It’s a much better culture to be in, much better place to be around. There’s a lot of discontent when you’re going through something like that. It’s human nature to feel like you’re let down or betrayed.”
There Golden goes with his bs...the players either didnt qualify, transferred due to playing time, were arrested or booted for breaking team rules...I cant remember a SINGLE signee leave because of the NCAA.
Tell us kids are sticking around because you recruited better, that your staff took less chances, tell us kids are sticking around because they believe in what you're building...but please dont try to keep the NCAA excuse alive. Just when I think Golden was turning the corner on his BS train he tries to sell us on some more.
Posted by: UMike | May 15, 2015 at 12:24 PM
So sad about B.B.King. I loved all of his recordings.
Thank you so much THIRSTYBUZZARDCANE for the blow by blow on the GT baseball game. I am in Satellite Beach FL and COULDN'T get a tv or radio station. It's all UF & DAY UP HERE. I am miserable about it. I have a BOSE RADIO AND TELEVISION.
The U doesn't even exist up here.
Posted by: ML Alumni1970. | May 15, 2015 at 12:15 PM
Thanks Go Canes I was about to post it. Boom.
Posted by: Terrance Sullivan | May 15, 2015 at 12:13 PM
@mattyports: [ICYMI] Miami might have gone 6-7 last year, but the NCAA drama is gone, depth is improving and the QB is good. http://t.co/XPxIrutx6Y
Posted by: Go Canes | May 15, 2015 at 12:12 PM
@mattyports: Some new UM TV info:
9/5 vs. BCU: 6 p.m., http://t.co/kGH6ciw3Ie
9/19 vs. NEB: 3:30, ABC/ESPN
10/1 @ CIN: 7:30, ESPN
11/27 @ PIT: ABC/ESPN
Posted by: Go Canes | May 15, 2015 at 11:30 AM
@Corey_Bender: BREAKING: 2018 Citra North Marion athlete Jalen Patterson has committed to #Miami, a source tells Scout: http://t.co/sIUcVgk29Y …
#TheU
Posted by: Go Canes | May 15, 2015 at 11:05 AM
The thrill is gone.
Posted by: Lurker | May 15, 2015 at 07:22 AM
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Indeed it is, Lurker. RIP, BB.
There is a sick jam session with him, Albert King and Stevie Ray Vaughan up in Heaven right now.
Posted by: Ohio_Cane | May 15, 2015 at 09:12 AM
@ChristyChirinos: ICYMI: Had a chance to talk about the NFL Draft with UM's Al Golden. How he hopes it inspires his current #Canes: http://t.co/g1bVfipJjr
Posted by: Go Canes | May 15, 2015 at 09:11 AM
One of my all time favorite songs:
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=T1GLDGiLE4c
Posted by: Go Canes | May 15, 2015 at 09:00 AM
The thrill is gone.
Posted by: Lurker | May 15, 2015 at 07:22 AM
Exactly VA Cane. RIP to the Legend BB King.
Posted by: Terrance Sullivan | May 15, 2015 at 06:50 AM
RIP Riley B.B. (Blues Boy) King 89....what a blues player....hope you know who he is you really should.
Saw him several times.
Nice to see you guys being kind....awesome work folks!
Posted by: VA Cane | May 15, 2015 at 05:06 AM
Canes Baby win our 10th straight. Boom baby
Posted by: Terrance Sullivan | May 15, 2015 at 12:30 AM
Boom! Canes win! Woodrey throws a 1 hit shutout.
Miami 3
GT 0
Posted by: thirstybuzzardcane | May 14, 2015 at 09:13 PM
BOOM, BOOM, BOOM!!!
Posted by: 86Cane | May 14, 2015 at 09:37 PM
FSU loses to Clemson tonight 4-1.
Posted by: thirstybuzzardcane | May 14, 2015 at 09:20 PM
Boom! Canes win! Woodrey throws a 1 hit shutout.
Miami 3
GT 0
Posted by: thirstybuzzardcane | May 14, 2015 at 09:13 PM
Miami 3
GT 0
Heading to top of 9th
Posted by: thirstybuzzardcane | May 14, 2015 at 09:05 PM
I guess Morris showed me.
Miami 3
GT 0
2 out
Posted by: thirstybuzzardcane | May 14, 2015 at 09:02 PM
Don't understand why Morris is trying to bunt the runner over b to second.....your batter is hitting .396 for the year, let the boy hit!!
Posted by: thirstybuzzardcane | May 14, 2015 at 09:01 PM
1-2-3 inning....heading to bottom 8th
Posted by: thirstybuzzardcane | May 14, 2015 at 08:57 PM
Miami 2
GT 0
Heading to top 8
Posted by: thirstybuzzardcane | May 14, 2015 at 08:49 PM
It did it again! Woodrey
Posted by: thirstybuzzardcane | May 14, 2015 at 08:48 PM
^^^^Woodley (damn phone)
Posted by: thirstybuzzardcane | May 14, 2015 at 08:47 PM
Woodley is pitching a gem!....1 hitter through 7.
Posted by: thirstybuzzardcane | May 14, 2015 at 08:45 PM
Good call Buzzard.
Posted by: 86Cane | May 14, 2015 at 08:42 PM
Miami 2
GT 0
Heading to top 7
Posted by: thirstybuzzardcane | May 14, 2015 at 08:36 PM
Miami 2
GT 0
Heading to top of the 6th
Posted by: thirstybuzzardcane | May 14, 2015 at 08:26 PM
Miami 1
GT 0
Heading to top of 4th
Posted by: thirstybuzzardcane | May 14, 2015 at 07:54 PM
Didn't realize this, but we are 2nd in the country in runs scored.
Posted by: thirstybuzzardcane | May 14, 2015 at 07:50 PM
Miami 1
GT 0
Bottom 3, 0 outs
Posted by: thirstybuzzardcane | May 14, 2015 at 07:47 PM
1-2-3 inning, heading to bottom 3rd
Posted by: thirstybuzzardcane | May 14, 2015 at 07:42 PM
^^^^^GT
Posted by: thirstybuzzardcane | May 14, 2015 at 07:40 PM
Miami 0
GA 0
Top of 3rd
Posted by: thirstybuzzardcane | May 14, 2015 at 07:39 PM
Barry:
### Big recruiting pickup for UM hoops, which today snagged a commitment from Charlotte-based Victory Christian High (Charlotte) 6-9 center Ebuka Izundu, a three-star prospect who chose UM over Arkansas and Cincinnati.
Clemson, Georgetown and USC were among his other offers. He averaged 21 points, 15 rebounds and six blocks last season.
“They’ll use me at power forward, want me to shoot if I’m open outside, up to 15 feet,” he told Canesport.
Izundu joins three-star St. Petersburg small forward Anthony Lawrence in UM’s incoming recruiting class.
Posted by: CaneRock | May 14, 2015 at 04:56 PM
LMAO!
"Nothing like stoking the flames of one of the greatest college football rivalries...in the middle of April.":
http://floridastate.247sports.com/Bolt/Jalen-Ramsey-responds-to-his-lil-buddy-on-twitter-36760156
Posted by: CaneRock | May 14, 2015 at 04:45 PM
proCanes.com @proCanes 59s59 seconds ago
#Chargers Sign #proCane LB Denzel Perryman http://bit.ly/1HjBBgO Congrats @D_Perryman52!
Posted by: Ohio_Cane | May 14, 2015 at 04:35 PM
Cover letters to NFL teams may be start of special bond for Browns rookies Duke Johnson, Hayes Pullard:
Attar said in a telephone interview Thursday that only Pullard and Johnson, his top two NFL clients, wrote letters. Attar’s firm also offers marketing and public relations services and while exploring new platforms for his athletes, he approached the website founded by Jeter that publishes first-person stories.
“Duke and Hayes were like, ‘I love that I get to say it in my own words. I don’t take this for granted. My resume is my film and everything the NFL has gathered to this point, the combine, pro days, private workouts. Why don’t I cap it off with a cover letter like everybody else does?’ ” Attar said.
http://www.ohio.com/sports/browns/cover-letters-to-nfl-teams-may-be-start-of-special-bond-for-browns-rookies-duke-johnson-hayes-pullard-1.590602
Posted by: CaneRock | May 14, 2015 at 04:27 PM
Excerpt from Duke's cover letter to NFL teams:
For Hire: Explosive Back Who Just Needs a Seam
"I’m a running back by trade, but I have the mentality of a hard-hitting safety. Growing up, I always had eyes for the Miami defense. With those guys, not only were they unafraid of contact, it looked like they loved it. That’s something I was able to identify with. We’re constantly told that the NFL is a grown man’s game, but I feel like I’ve always played like a grown man."
"For this reason, I believe that I’m the next great running back to come out of Miami. Yes, I fully understand how big the footsteps I’m following in are. Running backs that come through The U realized what it took to play there. It’s no coincidence that they’ve been successful at the next level. Guys like Clinton Portis, Edgerrin James and Frank Gore laid out a blueprint for how to handle business. When you’re a running back at Miami, making it to the NFL is an expectation rather than a goal. I have a legacy to live up to."
http://www.theplayerstribune.com/for-hire-explosive-back-who-just-needs-a-seam/
Posted by: CaneRock | May 14, 2015 at 04:13 PM
Side note Cheapest ticket for Cowboys at Dolphins on Sunday November 22nd at 1pm is 110 dollars. Lawd Have Merthy.
Posted by: Terrance Sullivan | May 14, 2015 at 01:06 PM
Where's WWIM at?
Does He really miss seeing that big flaming red ball in the middle of the court this time of year that much?
Is He really taking it that hard?!
SHEEZ!
Posted by: CaneRock | May 14, 2015 at 12:57 PM
I use to live next door to Damian Berry's uncle...no joke....if he would of gave me info, noone would of believed me lol
Posted by: UMike | May 14, 2015 at 12:44 PM
exactly
Posted by: Lurker | May 14, 2015 at 12:38 PM
LOL! ^^
Posted by: Ohio_Cane | May 14, 2015 at 12:26 PM
TH is out the door. My baby momma cousins boyfriend got the hook up.
Posted by: UMike | May 14, 2015 at 12:26 PM
TH
Posted by: Lurker | May 14, 2015 at 11:51 AM
Go Canes
Wonder what this is all about:
@ByTimReynolds: I was just going to write that Tracy was moving to defensive tackle too. (But she's right.) https://t.co/C61LGwVJpu
Posted by: Go Canes | May 14, 2015 at 08:48 AM
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Just a guess here, but it could be some poster I'm another site saying TH is going to transfer, or has some major beef, or something like that.
We've all seen, many many times, people posting rumors and downright lies as fact.
That's one of the things I like about his site, is that the moderators call out that stuff really quickly. Whereas on other sites it's a boiling cauldron of BS lies and made up stuff
There may be something going on with DH or maybe not. But guessing stuff and putting it out as fact is no bueno
Posted by: Lurker | May 14, 2015 at 11:41 AM
Buzzard...U are good, well done for a J-Stater!
Posted by: 86Cane | May 14, 2015 at 11:27 AM
^^^Geez, I guess need to wake up and read what I type....LOL! What do you expect from a Jacksonville State fan!!!!!
Posted by: thirstybuzzardcane | May 14, 2015 at 11:24 AM
Doing God's work UMike.
Much respect and admiration man.
Posted by: Go Canes | May 14, 2015 at 07:45 AM
There IT is right there.
Posted by: 86Cane | May 14, 2015 at 07:53 AM
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That's the great thing about thing about Canespace, yeah we bicker back and forth to each other, but in reality, we're all just one big brotherhood!!!!
Posted by: thirstybuzzardcane | May 14, 2015 at 11:20 AM
I wonder if the Canes will try to go after him?
http://sports.yahoo.com/blogs/ncaaf-dr-saturday/michigan-cb-blake-countess-says-he-s-transferring-192404245.html
Posted by: thirstybuzzardcane | May 14, 2015 at 11:14 AM
CR...me and my gf have discussed become foster parents, mainly to help kids coming through the shelter I work at. We are currently raising 5 of our own, so would be a little difficult to add more than 1...and we may be taking on her 15 month old nephew soon.
But we are going to at least become qualified foster parents. Im also starting my own non-profit organization that focuses on life choices and the idea of "no excuses". Just cause you are in a rough area or have bad parents doesnt mean you cant make the choices you need to not follow in those footsteps. I already have myself, ex gang members, felons and drug users who want to join and speak and help young people. All have turned their lives around. IDK how it will work, but I know I have a vision and one way or another will realize it. I want to focus on teenagers starting with speaking with them in groups and eventually offering help with filling out job applications, creating resumes, academic help, scholarship help etc.
Posted by: UMike | May 14, 2015 at 09:32 AM
UMike...you ever thought about opening your own foster home?
Posted by: CaneRock | May 14, 2015 at 09:22 AM