Author: Mike Coffey

Goodbye George

NDN regulars may remember the name George Porter-Young. Last April, an article in the Observer talked about his battle with bone cancer and the fact that he hadn’t been home to England in 42 years. A number of posters on the site participated in a funding drive to allow George one final visit with his…

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Opportunities Abound

The dawn of a new year is the time of hope. People make resolutions to do better in their lives. They see an opportunity for a clean slate, and want to take advantage of the benefits that slate can give. Some folks have Opportunity knocking at their door today. If they take advantage, it could…

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Haywood Moving Up

EsPN is reporting Fighting Irish offensive coordinator (and alumnus) Mike Haywood is going to get his first head coaching job at that long-time Cradle of Coaches, Miami University in Oxford, OH. Congratulations to Mike, who hoed a long row to get his shot. We’ll be keeping an eye on the RedHawks next season, and wish…

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Lunchpail Numbers

While Mike Brey’s Notre Dame teams have enjoyed varying levels of success, one constant has been the level of effort his players give, both during and after their South Bend stints. Though not always announced on draft night, Brey’s charges have played their way into NBA contracts and starting positions as the result of indefatigable…

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Merry Christmas

Early as it may be, on behalf of Michael, Scott and John, I’d like to wish our readers a very merry Christmas and a happy New Year. Here’s to health, happiness, and good discussions in 2009.