In this, the most unlikeliest of seasons, it is probably fitting that St. John’s would draw as its 1st round playoff opponent the defending national champions from University of Wisconsin-Whitewater. But the way things have gone this year, an upset victory against the team from the land of cheese shouldn’t surprise anyone.
“poetry” Archive
Alive and Kicking
When you’re the one who authored the book on Johnnie Football it only makes sense to occasionally reflect on the pages and volumes that comprise a record setting sixty year career. With offensive woes minimizing an otherwise potent football team it was time to consider giving back the play calling ability to the players.
Ten Minutes with Touchdown Tommy
I recently had the chance to catch up with a couple of the biggest college football fans in the country. Keith and Phil Arnold, from RoadtoGameday.com, were kind enough to spend some time with Johnniefootball.com. Many thanks to the Arnold Bros. and good luck to their Cretin-Derham Hall Raiders in the State Semifinals this weekend.
Phil (far [...]
Better than Losing!
The knuckle bumping, hand holding, fanny slapping first year coach of St. Thomas was served his first dose of “Johnnie Magic”.
Welcome to the MIAC Glen Caruso.
Ten Minutes with Touchdown Tommy
I recently had a chance to catch up with Johnnie Vendor extraordinaire, Dick Wilke. Many thanks to Dick for taking the time. If you see “The Trickster” working an event in the Twin Cities, don’t forget to tell him that Touchdown T sent ya…
Fall Bite
Today’s Monday morning report is going to be a bit abbreviated and slightly late following a weekend away from Collegeville closing up the family cabin. With no internet available and only snails pace dial-up service, the writer was forced to abate a moderate level of Johnnie anxiety via the “live stats” link on the GoJohnnies.com website.
Sleeping ’til Noon
Grandpa’s been gone for 20 years now, but as I make my way in life, one of his sayings will frequently pop into my mind. As I’ve watched the St. John’s football team this season, I can’t help but be reminded of one of those sayings:
“Once you have a reputation for being and early riser,” my Grandpa used to tell me, “You can sleep ’til noon everyday.”
Federal Offense!
Will John Gagliardi Build For The Future Or Play For Today?
If you’ve been paying any attention to the news, local or national, you’ve witnessed a vast array of developments including financial foreclosures, the race to the presidential “throne” and even local philanthropists succumbing to greed. Whether you’re suddenly concerned about discovering your on-line bank account [...]
Ahhh…much better!
After three weeks of offensive performance anxiety, it was gratifying to finally find a remedy for what was ailing the Johnnies. Quarterback Jordan Hansel stood tall for St. John’s with a decisive homecoming victory over Gustavus. Hansel showed no signs of projectile dysfunction, with 283 yards passing, 3 for TD’s, plus one rushing TD. It really is all about scoring.
SJU Scramble to Find QB is Unfamiliar Ground
Who would have thought as the lengthy winter months waned on with a few precious days in spring and an ample June, July and August, that after all that time Coach John Gagliardi would still be looking for his starting quarterback? The panorama of possibilities the Johnnies have considered the past 3 weeks has [...]
