BirdFans4Ever Podcast

[Redbird222]

 

[Hamdonger]

Kagel's was the most clutch, probably the best clutch moment of the year. 3 FT's with virtually zero on the clock...on the road. Not bad for a kid who was overmatched offensively and especially defensively almost every time he stepped on the floor. No offense Todd, cause you sure had big coconuts. (He also hit the 3 the year before that broke our undefeated in reverse streak)

Vandegarde's was the most dramatic...MVC tourney, game over, running off the court, wait, not so fast, come back out, ya got fouled Mike here's 2 freebies. Rudy Washington had a strong dislike for anything ISU-related and he was convinced (literally) the MVC admin played faves with us. Plus Vandegarde was the kind of player the opposing team AND CROWD strongly disliked. Perfecto. Bite me, Rudy. Although if I were in his shoes I would have been ballistic about how the call went down.

I don't remember T-Dub's off the top. But among my favorite players ever because of his dog defense - and - for frustrating more opposing players than any other ISU player I've watched over decades. Plus he drove the biggest POS car I've ever seen in my life...no exaggeration...with the Illinois license plate reading "My BMW 92." I laughed so hard I had to pull over and cry. I think it was blue...couldn't really tell. Looked like a bomb shelter. This car was the definition of POS and he should have been arrested (or given an award) for having the gusto to drive it. I think with today's NIL he could've gotten a free paint job from Earl Schieb's!

Most exciting? Hands down Richard Thomas pull up from 30 and buzzer goes off while ball in air. At Redbird. Close to capacity. Richard wasn't flashy and not the crowd-energizer like Paris...but you compare his senior year stats to Paris Lee senior stats and there's not much difference. Offensively and defensively. Career stats it's practically a draw. RT shared PG position with Wemhoener, otherwise his assist total would have been higher.

Thanks for the memories!

 

[Redbird222]

Kagel's was the most clutch, probably the best clutch moment of the year. 3 FT's with virtually zero on the clock...on the road. Not bad for a kid who was overmatched offensively and especially defensively almost every time he stepped on the floor. No offense Todd, cause you sure had big coconuts. (He also hit the 3 the year before that broke our undefeated in reverse streak)

Vandegarde's was the most dramatic...MVC tourney, game over, running off the court, wait, not so fast, come back out, ya got fouled Mike here's 2 freebies. Rudy Washington had a strong dislike for anything ISU-related and he was convinced (literally) the MVC admin played faves with us. Plus Vandegarde was the kind of player the opposing team AND CROWD strongly disliked. Perfecto. Bite me, Rudy. Although if I were in his shoes I would have been ballistic about how the call went down.

I don't remember T-Dub's off the top. But among my favorite players ever because of his dog defense - and - for frustrating more opposing players than any other ISU player I've watched over decades. Plus he drove the biggest POS car I've ever seen in my life...no exaggeration...with the Illinois license plate reading "My BMW 92." I laughed so hard I had to pull over and cry. I think it was blue...couldn't really tell. Looked like a bomb shelter. This car was the definition of POS and he should have been arrested (or given an award) for having the gusto to drive it.

Most exciting? Hands down Richard Thomas pull up from 30 and buzzer goes off while ball in air. At Redbird. Close to capacity. Richard wasn't flashy and not the crowd-energizer like Paris...but you compare his senior year stats to Paris Lee senior stats and there's not much difference. Offensively and defensively. Career stats it's practically a draw. RT shared PG position with Wemhoener, otherwise his assist total would have been higher.

Thanks for the memories!

Great recap!!

Two MVC titles and they couldn't even get a NIT bid. They may have been overachievers but at least one trip would have been a great reward for them. These days the regular season conference Champs get an auto bid to the NIT.

Richard Thomas is one of those underrated players. He was a key contributor off the bench his freshman year on a team that went to the NCAA.

 

[Hamdonger]

Great recap!!

Two MVC titles and they couldn't even get a NIT bid. They may have been overachievers but at least one trip would have been a great reward for them. These days the regular season conference Champs get an auto bid to the NIT.

Richard Thomas is one of those underrated players. He was a key contributor off the bench his freshman year on a team that went to the NCAA.

Thanks man! Actually I believe Richard started every game his freshman year.

Our 5-23 team (virtually every player on 91-92 team) in 1990-91 beat a fully stacked Creighton at Redbird. Creighton went to NCAA round of 32 that year.

 

[ILLST25]

We were at that game and you are 100% correct. It was a great atmosphere. I loved the alley oop to MiKyle near the end of the game. RBA erupted!!

We are slowly getting more and more games. We will see if we can get thst one.

We just recorded Podcast #10 and should have that posted early next week

Some games from the Osiris era would be fantastic as well.

 

[Redbird222]

Some games from the Osiris era would be fantastic as well.

We are going to try and get one but in the meantime this might hold you over for a bit

 

[MadBird]

We are going to try and get one but in the meantime this might hold you over for a bit

Damn, the shorts were baggy baggy "back in the day". Hard to believe!

 

[Hamdonger]

We are going to try and get one but in the meantime this might hold you over for a bit

:54 seconds in to above video...and separate video same play different angle, below...this is the best spur of the moment offensive move I've ever seen in Redbird. Video doesn't give it justice. Seeing it in person is always double the video effect. Absolutely spectacular reactive move. Thx for memories Osiris! Come coach for us!

 

[Bird Friend]

:54 seconds in to above video...and separate video same play different angle, below...this is the best spur of the moment offensive move I've ever seen in Redbird. Video doesn't give it justice. Seeing it in person is always double the video effect. Absolutely spectacular reactive move. Thx for memories Osiris! Come coach for us!

One of the things I really enjoyed with Osiris was that he never flexed, never posed, never screamed, etc. after a sensational play . . . he just got back on D. I get that it's part of the game now, but it gets old . . . especially seeing guys flex after a nice play when they're getting their asses handed to them.

 

[Redbird222]

Hey bird Fans, Matt Taphorn is our guest on Episode 10. Matt was part of the 1985 NCAA tournament team and two NIT teams under Bob Donewald. He has the highest career 3 point % in ISU history. He is from Pekin and was a long time season ticket holder and supporter of the Birds. Hope you enjoy and we always welcome your feedback.

 

[Redbird222]

Another poll for everyone

 

[Baltimore Bird]

Catching up a bit and I watched the Osiris videos. He played for the Birds when I had little chance to see him in person or on TV. It was before I could watch all of the games on my computer. I don't think I realized he was that good. I knew he was talented, but he had moves and could shoot from anywhere on the floor. Thank you for sharing that video.

 

[Hamdonger]

One of the things I really enjoyed with Osiris was that he never flexed, never posed, never screamed, etc. after a sensational play . . . he just got back on D. I get that it's part of the game now, but it gets old . . . especially seeing guys flex after a nice play when they're getting their asses handed to them.

It is WAY old, dude. It's an incredible turn off. Even Steph is beginning to irritate me. Wilt, Cousy, West, Baylor, Robertson, Pistol, Erving, Iceman, Alcindor, Earvin, Larry, MJ, Shaquille bringin down entire backboard and support...good Lord even Chocolate Thunder and World B Free (most fun jump shot in the history of the...wait for it...WORLD) didn't celebrate much.

It was rare if they did. And ya don't mind it here and there when the occasion comes a knocking. But show me a player today who can throw down a rock the cradle windmill slam from just inside the free throw line on a fast break over the chicken nugget of the best defensive player in the game...and run back down the court without fanfare. The Julius' simply don't exist anymore.

It is WAY old. I betcha Bill Russell would like to set some things straight.

 

[Baltimore Bird]

I ran into Mikyle McIntosh today at the Atlanta Aquarium. He just got back from playing in Australia. His face lit up when I told him I was from ISU. He said he lost his connection to ISU with Muller being gone. He would be a great guest to bring back into the Redbird fold.

 

[Dmills]

I ran into Mikyle McIntosh today at the Atlanta Aquarium. He just got back from playing in Australia. His face lit up when I told him I was from ISU. He said he lost his connection to ISU with Muller being gone. He would be a great guest to bring back into the Redbird fold.

That's awesome! Sad to hear about ISU though

 

[Redbird222]

I ran into Mikyle McIntosh today at the Atlanta Aquarium. He just got back from playing in Australia. His face lit up when I told him I was from ISU. He said he lost his connection to ISU with Muller being gone. He would be a great guest to bring back into the Redbird fold.

We are working on expanding our connections with the more recent players. Let me work on this one

 

[Redbird222]

Stay tuned for our next podcast with some very special guests!! You won't want to miss this one

 

[TIMMY]

 

[Redbird222]

In BirdFans4Ever episode 11 we spotlight some great forums for @Redbird_mbb Brian Leggett and Mike Quinn from the ISU Fan Board and John Baker from the MarchToTheArch Podcast talk about how they got started and their forums.

Bird Fans 4 Ever episode 11 Redbirdfan and March To The Arch

In BirdFans4Ever episode 11 we spotlight some great forums for @Redbird_mbb Brian Leggett and Mike Quinn from the ISU Fan Board and John Baker from the March...

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[Redbird222]

What about Quinn for keeping this place going? Maybe try to get someone on the Red Alert board. Bridge the gap from the past to current? Just a couple ideas that don’t really need their own shows but could be more of a couple smaller hits.

He's on this week's episode with Sarge. Baker from MarchToTheArch Podcast is also a guest. Hope you enjoy!!