Published on: 15th December, 2009
Mike London knew the challenge coming into Charlottesville. The former head coach of the University of Richmond had two previous stints at Virginia before becoming the eventual successor to Al Groh after nine tumultuous seasons. He understands the culture and he recognizes the expectations upon him. Most importantly, he realizes that this ...Published on: 3rd December, 2009
He may be the brass ring in the coaching carousel, yet Tommy Tuberville remains silent as Louisville, Virginia, and Notre Dame all begin their searches for a new coach and a new direction. Sure, the rumor mill is in full circle, connecting for the former Auburn coach with all three jobs ...Published on: 30th November, 2009
Our long national nightmare is over. Okay, so maybe it's not Watergate, but Al Groh was officially fired Sunday, a mere 18 hours after another humiliating loss to Virginia Tech. Groh's exit to stage left after nine tumultuous years as coach of the Virginia Cavaliers was much like the ...Published on: 28th November, 2009
Dear Al, Hey it's me, Ben. You might remember me from earlier when I asked why you hate me. I'm back! Well, this time I wanted to tell you something. I am ashamed. There are so many reasons why I am ashamed, too many for this simple letter ...Published on: 26th November, 2009
1-7. That is the record Virginia coach Al Groh has posted over arch-rival Virginia Tech and Frank Beamer. No other record matters more to Cavalier fans and no other record perfectly exemplifies why a change is so desperately needed in Charlottesville, Va. I recently came across a column by Justin Cocchiola talking about ...Published on: 24th November, 2009
It's that time of year again. People around America will be forced to the family table and gorge themselves while watching some painful football contests featuring both the pathetic Detroit Lions and Oakland Raiders. What a way to say thanks, NFL executives. Of course, that is nothing compared to what a Notre Dame ...Published on: 22nd November, 2009
Think you know your Virginia football team? Take the test and find out. 1. Virginia went away from the "Wildcat" Offense in the second half of the Clemson game because: A. Clemson adjusted B. Mikell Simpson got hurt C. Al Groh is an idiot D. All of the above 2. Which Virginia play would you MOST ...Published on: 17th November, 2009
With the 2009 college football season nearing an end, it is time to look back and reflect on the top performers across the ACC. Even though the ACC continues to be maligned by the mainstream media, the conference has produced some high quality talent and some very entertaining games ...Published on: 14th November, 2009
Virginia Athletic Director Craig Littlepage is due up at bat. With the all but certain firing of Al Groh just mere weeks away, the pressure will be on Littlepage to come through in the clutch. Sure, the Cavalier program may have lost a bit of its luster. ...Published on: 9th November, 2009
On Nov. 28, 2009, Al Groh's coaching career will end. The 65-year-old head coach of the Virginia Cavaliers has been in his last rodeo. After nine years of under-achieving and over-blowing its excuses, Groh will be shown the door from his alma mater after a second-straight losing season, three in the ...