Welcome to my new blog

After many people have asked me to do this, I am finally catching up to the times, I now have a blog! I love writing about the various sports I surround myself with. And trust me, that is plenty. So let me get cracking on the local sports scene.

Tonight at Value City Arena, the Buckeye hoopsters (4-3) are facing the Coppin State Eagles (3-6). Coppin State has only one win against a division I opponent this season. Some of you might not see the value in this game. I do however.

First off, Ohio State had a 10 day rest with finals in between. This team might show signs of rust from the beginning. The second is showing the world they're a mature, contending team. After getting manhandled against Texas A&M, playing a strong second half against VMI, playing a respectable game against UNC, and getting slaughtered in the final 15 minutes against Butler, this team has alot to prove.

Jon Diebler - aka the taller, better Jay Burson - has the most to prove. He has yet to impress with the exception of the UNC game. Shooting 22% is not going to cut it anywhere you go. For this team to be successful, Diebler has to be able to shoot the mid and long range jumpers. He drains these shots, it will be a whole new ballgame for the Bucks.

Next is guard Jamar Butler has to set up Kosta Koufos and the other inside guys up better. Butler is currently averaging not even five assists per game. Mike Conley averaged 6.5 last year, and that was with being one of two point guards. This year, Butler is by himself, meaning he needs to match if not exceed Conley's totals.

And finally, finish the gosh darn game. There should be no reason why Coppin State should have a good second half. The Buckeye's depth and speed should wear out the MEAC school and send them back unhappy.

Also I want to add a Go Jackets, beat the Ducks again. I am sorry I have to miss yet another Jacket beat down of the defending Stanley Cup champs, but a bought and paid for basketball ticket will win out this time. I will be back at the 'Wide on Wednesday night.