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Why Do I Watch College Basketball?

Posted by TD Lawlor on November 14th, 2008

Radio Silence.  The opening tips are upon us and I catch myself shooting free throws against my bedroom walls with socks.  Disgusted with the whimper of the Big Ten basketball last March, Hoopraker abruptly unplugged its Mac and tuned out.  But, with leaves now thoroughly covering my yard, I must reconcile my addiction.  I’m hooked. I have little choice.  A few of the storylines that keeps Hoopraker coming back for more sweet and pure basketball junk: (more…)

Bucky Remembered

Posted by TD Lawlor on March 17th, 2008

On Saturday night at St. Elmo’s, venerable referee Ed Hightower commandeered the comfort of Hoopraker’s Table #31.  From the chairs occupied by Bruce Weber and his entourage the previous night, over a spicy shrimp cocktail, Hoopraker reflected on having just watched two of the Big Ten’s best play to the cadence of whistles. (more…)