Get 'Em While They're Hot...

Seriously, if you're looking for a big reason why this blog took a spring hiatus, look no further than college basketball. Ohio State beat UMass to win the 2008 NIT championship [isert screams of joy here]. Yes, it an honor to win anything, even if it's the Tommy Amaker Invitational. And of course, the extra games were probably good for youngsters like Evan Turner, Jon Diebler and Dallas Lauderdale.

But it's still the NIT. I'm just trying to figure out what the market is for these t-shirts. Do you really want to commemorate this special moment? Could you wear this out with pride? Not without being mocked by every sports fan you encounter. Maybe this is the kind of shirt that you purchase and wear to mow the lawn. Or paint, preferrably indoors. It also might work at the gym, assuming you either live in Columbus or wear it inside out. Frankly, I'd almost rather wear a 2007 BCS game shirt.

Turner Joins Wolverines

Our Michigan Man is currently MIA - he may be one of the eleven people left on the planet who care about the NBA, or he may just be waiting for his two-star freshman to show up the fall to run The Rod's system. Either way, I thought I'd add some good news for beleaguered Wolverine fans. Justin Turner, one of the top players in the state of Ohio for 2009, offered his verbal to Michigan staff.

Turner is a safety that plays for Massillon Washington, and is definitely an elite national prospect. More importantly, he was actually someone the Buckeyes wanted. Turner grew up a Wolverine fan, and it seemed like he would be a quick commit to his childhood team, much like Mario Manningham. However, the Buckeyes thought they had a shot when UM went through a coaching and system change. Turner's father remained in the Michigan camp, while his Mom favored Ohio State. In the end, Dad won out.

Turner is the first Ohio recruit offered by Jim Tressel that committed to Michigan. Those who stay...will go 0-4. ;)