Block Party

Brice Johnson had an old fashioned block party last night and Florida Gulf Coast University were the guests of honor. Johnson blocked six FGCU shots in the second half and eight for the game. A nickname that was used by FGCU a few years ago, "Dunk City", was referenced early in the game and Johnson had a party at the rim on the offensive end as well. FGCU was only down by a point at halftime but the Tarheels were able to turn up the defensive pressure in the second half and were able to secure the 83-67 win.

I was listening to the Tarheel radio show before the game with Jones Angell and Eric Monross and a statement that was made by Roy Williams was brought up where he said that this season's team was one of the most criticized and under appreciated teams that he had ever had. The press has really gone after the Tarheels this season whether they win or lose. The Tarheels have been the popular punching bag in college basketball by the sports media. No matter the upsets that occurred yesterday the Tarheel win was greeted with a ho hum attitude.

NC State- An Instant Classic

The NC State game can be classified as an Instant Classic. It had more twists and turns than a mountain road and to win it on a punt return by Gio Bernard with 13 seconds left was simply amazing. The Tarheels had a 25-7 lead, faced a 35-25 deficit, tied it up at 35, had great plays, bad plays, and an emotional finish to end the Wolpack's five game winning streak over the 'Heels. Jones Angell's call on Tarheel Radio should be required listening for all sports fans. Jones Angell's "No, he's not. yes he is! Gio is going to take it to the house!" ranks right up there with Al Michaels' "Do you believe in miracles?", Michael Buffer's "Are you ready to rumble?", and Harry Caray's "Holy Cow!".