Ross Bembenek
@rossbembenek.bsky.social
Basketball writer @ Hardwood Heroics. Big movie guy, follow me on Letterboxd @rabembenek26. Liverpool FC & Indianapolis Colts
Michigan got blown out of the building against @boilerball.bsky.social last night and Dusty May had some choice words about his team’s competitiveness after the game, my column on Hardwood Heroics:
"We're Not There Yet" Dusty May Questions Wolverines' Competitive Spirit After 91-64 Blowout - www.hardwoodheroics.com
Michigan head coach Dusty May questioned his team's competitive spirit after a 91-64 blowout loss against the Purdue Boilermakers on Friday.
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January 25, 2025 at 3:35 PM
Michigan got blown out of the building against @boilerball.bsky.social last night and Dusty May had some choice words about his team’s competitiveness after the game, my column on Hardwood Heroics:
If @iuathletics.bsky.social fans were hoping Mike Woodson would offer any insight after another bad loss, I'm sorry to disappoint. Another lame-duck game and press conference from the #Hoosiers on Wednesday, my column on Hardwood Heroics:
#collegebasketball #ncaa #bigten
#collegebasketball #ncaa #bigten
"I'm Still Trying To Figure It Out" Dejected Indiana Hoosiers Coach Still Soul-Searching After Third Loss In 4 Games - www.hardwoodheroics.com
Indiana Hoosiers head coach Mike Woodson still hasn't found any answers for his team's issues after Thursday's 79-70 loss to Northwestern.
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January 23, 2025 at 6:43 PM
If @iuathletics.bsky.social fans were hoping Mike Woodson would offer any insight after another bad loss, I'm sorry to disappoint. Another lame-duck game and press conference from the #Hoosiers on Wednesday, my column on Hardwood Heroics:
#collegebasketball #ncaa #bigten
#collegebasketball #ncaa #bigten
Kingsbury did awesome things with Jayden Daniels this year. If anyone can get Caleb Williams where the #ChicagoBears want him to be it’s him, but is he an NFL head coach? Seems more like an OC to me.
Bears, Saints request interviews with Kliff Kingsbury.
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Bears, Saints request interviews with Kliff Kingsbury
Bears quarterback Caleb Williams played for Kliff Kingsbury while at USC and it appears there's a chance the two men could work together again in the NFL.
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January 9, 2025 at 1:57 PM
Kingsbury did awesome things with Jayden Daniels this year. If anyone can get Caleb Williams where the #ChicagoBears want him to be it’s him, but is he an NFL head coach? Seems more like an OC to me.
Mick Cronin is not happy with his #UCLA team, and he let everyone know yesterday after their second @b1gmbb.bsky.social loss in a row. Column is up now on Hardwood Heroics:
"We're Too Soft" Mick Cronin Blasts UCLA Bruins' Toughness After Brutal 94-75 Loss - www.hardwoodheroics.com
UCLA Bruins head coach Mick Cronin was not pleased with his team’s effort during their 94-75 loss to the Michigan Wolverines Tuesday night, and he made sure
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January 9, 2025 at 12:08 AM
Mick Cronin is not happy with his #UCLA team, and he let everyone know yesterday after their second @b1gmbb.bsky.social loss in a row. Column is up now on Hardwood Heroics:
My article on @marquettembb.bsky.social's Sean Jones redshirting this season after his ACL tear last year: wisportsheroics.com/marquette-go...
Marquette Golden Eagles: Promising Guard To Redshirt After 2024 ACL Tear
In a blow to the Marquette Golden Eagles' depth as Big East play ramps up, guard Sean Jones will be redshirting and sitting out the entire 2024/25 season
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January 7, 2025 at 4:21 PM
My article on @marquettembb.bsky.social's Sean Jones redshirting this season after his ACL tear last year: wisportsheroics.com/marquette-go...
The right move but it ultimately doesn’t mean anything as long as Ballard is running the show. None of his hires have worked in eight seasons, what would make us think the next one will?
The Colts have fired DC Gus Bradley.
January 7, 2025 at 12:19 AM
The right move but it ultimately doesn’t mean anything as long as Ballard is running the show. None of his hires have worked in eight seasons, what would make us think the next one will?
Just sell the team. How can you look at this dumpster fire of a team and think another year of this is fine? Colts fans deserve better.
Despite another disappointing season, Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay has decided to retain coach Shane Steichen and general manager Chris Ballard for the 2025 season ⤵️
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January 6, 2025 at 2:44 AM
Just sell the team. How can you look at this dumpster fire of a team and think another year of this is fine? Colts fans deserve better.
The #UCLABruins take on the #Nebraska Cornhuskers in 15 minutes in a @b1gmbb.bsky.social matchup, and my preview of the game is up over on Hardwood Heroics
Red-Hot UCLA Bruins Visit 11-2 Nebraska Cornhuskers In Big Ten Bout - www.hardwoodheroics.com
The UCLA Bruins (11-2, 2-0 Big Ten) are flying high as Big Ten play resumes this weekend in a matchup with a scrappy Nebraska Cornhuskers (11-2, 1-1 Big Ten)
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January 4, 2025 at 6:46 PM
The #UCLABruins take on the #Nebraska Cornhuskers in 15 minutes in a @b1gmbb.bsky.social matchup, and my preview of the game is up over on Hardwood Heroics
I’m not kidding when I say I’d rather us just forfeit than suffer through another Joe Flacco start.
Anthony Richardson out, Joe Flacco to start for Colts on Sunday.
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Anthony Richardson out, Joe Flacco to start for Colts on Sunday
For perhaps the last time in his career, Joe Flacco will start on Sunday.
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January 3, 2025 at 7:23 PM
I’m not kidding when I say I’d rather us just forfeit than suffer through another Joe Flacco start.
Quarterback Mabrey Mettauer of the @uwbadgers.bsky.social is off to Texas and the Sam Houston Bearkats, my article on the announcement and what it means for the Badgers' QB battle:
Promising Wisconsin Badgers QB Announces Transfer Decision For 2025
It's a new year and a new team for former Wisconsin Badgers quarterback Mabrey Mettauer. After announcing his decision to enter the transfer portal on
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January 3, 2025 at 4:36 PM
Quarterback Mabrey Mettauer of the @uwbadgers.bsky.social is off to Texas and the Sam Houston Bearkats, my article on the announcement and what it means for the Badgers' QB battle:
The @uwbadgers.bsky.social resume @b1gmbb.bsky.social play tomorrow against the Iowa Hawkeyes, check out my preview on Wisconsin Sports Heroics:
Wisconsin Badgers Reopen Big Ten Play In Vital Matchup With 10-3 Iowa Hawkeyes
After nearly two weeks off, the Wisconsin Badgers return to action on Friday night in a home tilt against the Iowa Hawkeyes (10-3, 1-1 Big Ten). The Badgers
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January 2, 2025 at 7:18 PM
The @uwbadgers.bsky.social resume @b1gmbb.bsky.social play tomorrow against the Iowa Hawkeyes, check out my preview on Wisconsin Sports Heroics:
The @iuathletics.bsky.social Hoosiers take on Rutgers tonight in a return to @b1gmbb.bsky.social play, here's my preview of the game over on Hardwood Heroics:
Indiana Hoosiers: Big Ten Play Resumes With Pivotal Match-Up With 8-5 Rutgers - www.hardwoodheroics.com
After struggling to put away scrappy Big South opponent Winthrop, the Indiana Hoosiers pick up conference play against the 8-5 Rutgers Scarlet Knights on
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January 2, 2025 at 1:14 PM
The @iuathletics.bsky.social Hoosiers take on Rutgers tonight in a return to @b1gmbb.bsky.social play, here's my preview of the game over on Hardwood Heroics:
Am I a Wisconsin football guy now? I don't know but read my write-up on Badgers' WR Vinny Anthony II regardless.
Wisconsin Badgers Football: Lead WR Unveils Goals For 2025
2024 was a year to forget for the Wisconsin Badgers football team. Luke Fickell’s second full season as the program’s head coach saw the Badgers finish at 5-7
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January 1, 2025 at 7:33 PM
Am I a Wisconsin football guy now? I don't know but read my write-up on Badgers' WR Vinny Anthony II regardless.
My preview of the Mid-American Conference men's basketball slate this weekend is up! Give it a read to get a glance at what lays ahead in #MACtion!
Mid-American Conference: Teams Kickstart 2025 MAC Play After Up-And-Down Non-Conference Slate - www.hardwoodheroics.com
With the start of the new year comes an old tradition: MACtion. The Mid-American Conference will kick off its slate of conference matchups on January 3, with
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January 1, 2025 at 6:14 PM
My preview of the Mid-American Conference men's basketball slate this weekend is up! Give it a read to get a glance at what lays ahead in #MACtion!
For those keeping track:
- low table with Derby before point deduction
- 2 year playoff drought with DC United
- fired after 3 months in Birmingham (who were then relegated)
- fired after 7 months in Plymouth
Perfect for Manchester United’s next manager when they fire Amorim, I’d say
- low table with Derby before point deduction
- 2 year playoff drought with DC United
- fired after 3 months in Birmingham (who were then relegated)
- fired after 7 months in Plymouth
Perfect for Manchester United’s next manager when they fire Amorim, I’d say
Why Wayne Rooney left Plymouth Argyle:
▪️ Club wanted to give him time but position became untenable
▪️ Sense of ‘drift’ & off-field socialising criticised
▪️ Some players enjoyed working with him but morale dropped
▪️ Doubts over tactical acumen
✍️ @tburrows16.bsky.social & @richardamofa.bsky.social
▪️ Club wanted to give him time but position became untenable
▪️ Sense of ‘drift’ & off-field socialising criticised
▪️ Some players enjoyed working with him but morale dropped
▪️ Doubts over tactical acumen
✍️ @tburrows16.bsky.social & @richardamofa.bsky.social
Wayne Rooney’s Plymouth exit: Sinking morale, off-field criticism – and regret
Plymouth's executives wanted to back ex-England striker but his position became untenable
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January 1, 2025 at 3:39 PM
For those keeping track:
- low table with Derby before point deduction
- 2 year playoff drought with DC United
- fired after 3 months in Birmingham (who were then relegated)
- fired after 7 months in Plymouth
Perfect for Manchester United’s next manager when they fire Amorim, I’d say
- low table with Derby before point deduction
- 2 year playoff drought with DC United
- fired after 3 months in Birmingham (who were then relegated)
- fired after 7 months in Plymouth
Perfect for Manchester United’s next manager when they fire Amorim, I’d say
A quick piece on Jimmy Butler’s comments at #MiamiHeat practice today for Hardwood Heroics
"Who Knows?" Miami Heat Star Offers Blunt 4 Words On Trade Status - www.hardwoodheroics.com
Jimmy Butler’s potential trade saga continued today, with the Miami Heat star offering a short answer on the status of his future. Speaking with Zachary
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January 1, 2025 at 3:30 AM
A quick piece on Jimmy Butler’s comments at #MiamiHeat practice today for Hardwood Heroics
Time for my annual @letterboxd.social Wrapped. Overall a pretty solid year, if I do say so myself. Went through a big John Waters phase in December which was a lot of fun.
January 1, 2025 at 12:22 AM
Time for my annual @letterboxd.social Wrapped. Overall a pretty solid year, if I do say so myself. Went through a big John Waters phase in December which was a lot of fun.
Pissing off the star QB is a time-honored #Bengals tradition
Joe Burrow: You don’t want to make a living out of letting great players leave.
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Joe Burrow: You don’t want to make a living out of letting great players leave
The Bengals have been dealing with contract situations for their top two receivers throughout 2024.
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December 31, 2024 at 9:29 PM
Pissing off the star QB is a time-honored #Bengals tradition
What was that about Alabama deserving a playoff spot? That’s now 3 losses to teams with 5+ losses in one season.
December 31, 2024 at 8:49 PM
What was that about Alabama deserving a playoff spot? That’s now 3 losses to teams with 5+ losses in one season.
My write-up on the @msu-athletics.bsky.social win over Western Michigan is up! Check it out on Hardwood Heroics. #CBB #Big10Basketball
Michigan State Spartans: Tom Izzo's Squad Set To Start Big 10 Play After Win Over Western Michigan - www.hardwoodheroics.com
The Michigan State Spartans closed their non-conference schedule on Monday afternoon against intrastate foe Western Michigan University. Tom Izzo, in his 30th
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December 31, 2024 at 4:09 PM
My write-up on the @msu-athletics.bsky.social win over Western Michigan is up! Check it out on Hardwood Heroics. #CBB #Big10Basketball
My newest article about @wisconsinbadgers.bsky.social TE transfer Tanner Koziol over on Wisconsin Sports Heroics
Wisconsin Badgers' 6'7" Tight End Transfer Gives Team Impressive New Target
Wisconsin Badgers head coach Luke Fickell has added a massive target to his offense in the December transfer portal, both in terms of impact and physical
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December 30, 2024 at 12:31 PM
My newest article about @wisconsinbadgers.bsky.social TE transfer Tanner Koziol over on Wisconsin Sports Heroics