Catching up with Rich Rod

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July 27th, 2011 at 7:15 PM
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The Barwis Effect
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Catching up with Rich Rod

Didn't see this posted anywhere else...

 

Rodriguez available to caddie

 

Former West Virginia coach on bag for friend at Greenbrier Classic Monday

By Jim Workman 
Assistant Managing Editor

WHITE SULPHUR SPRINGS — He may be out of work until his television career as a football analyst with CBS Sports begins this fall.

But former West Virginia University and University of Michigan head football coach Rich Rodriguez knows how to spend his idle time.

He’s in town for The Greenbrier Classic.

Monday, he actually caddied for his friend Dave Alvarez in a Pro-Am golf event on The Old White TPC.

“Some of my good buddies knew that I needed work,” he said with a grin. “I work pretty cheap right now.

“I don’t know how I’ll do (as a caddie),” he said just before the round began. “I’m sweating already. I’ll probably get fired after about six holes.

“I had a chance to come down here for a couple of days. I’m getting ready to go to Oklahoma to do a TV shoot with (Sooners head football coach) Bob Stoops. I wanted to be around another day and see the facility and hang out with my friends.

“It's going to be fun.”

Click here to read the rest of the article: http://www.register-herald.com/todayssportsfront/x1443105012/Rodriguez-a...

"[T]here were a lot of people predicting glorious heights for Rich; mostly the same people who are predicting doom and gloom [for Hoke]. Excuse me if I doubt their prognostication skills." -- M-Wolverine

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July 27th, 2011 at 7:17 PM | Off... (Score:1 Normal)
MGoShoe
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...Topic.

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July 27th, 2011 at 7:22 PM | And it's flamebait. (Score:-1 Flamebait)
July 27th, 2011 at 7:27 PM | If that's flamebait, then the (Score:5 Normal)
The Barwis Effect
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If that's flamebait, then the mods should just ban all future references to "Rich Rodriguez" on this site.  That article couldn't have been more innocuous.

"[T]here were a lot of people predicting glorious heights for Rich; mostly the same people who are predicting doom and gloom [for Hoke]. Excuse me if I doubt their prognostication skills." -- M-Wolverine

July 27th, 2011 at 7:51 PM | On a different note, I've (Score:2 Normal)
Raoul
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On a different note, I've always thought the policy around here was to not copy-and-paste entire news articles as you did in the OP. I'm sure someone (MGoShoe?) will correct me if I'm wrong, but you should really include only a small piece of the article in your post and let people go the source to read the full thing.

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July 27th, 2011 at 8:01 PM | Good point. (Score:2)
The Barwis Effect
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Good point.

"[T]here were a lot of people predicting glorious heights for Rich; mostly the same people who are predicting doom and gloom [for Hoke]. Excuse me if I doubt their prognostication skills." -- M-Wolverine

July 27th, 2011 at 11:05 PM | My goodness do (Score:1 Normal)
albundy332
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we live in a nation of pussies...am I right?

This is where the M spells magic, majestic, MAGNIFICENT! 

July 27th, 2011 at 7:53 PM | Sure, the article is pretty (Score:5 Normal)
david from wyoming
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Sure, the article is pretty tame. But the comments so far aren't debating the finer points of RR's caddie techniques. There really isn't much to say other that "good for you RR" or "boo RR" which is going to lead directly into the same damn debated we've all been having since the Gator Bowl. There just isn't anywhere else this thread can go but there.

But yeah, the article itself is innocuous.

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July 28th, 2011 at 9:03 AM | We don't often agree... (Score:1)
Blue in Yarmouth
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and had one nasty exchange in one thread, but I agree with you 100% on this. It doesn't matter what the topic is centred around (golf, music, commentating) if RR is involved the thread is going to turn into a flame war. 

You definitely called this one (as evidenced by the rest of the thread).

July 27th, 2011 at 8:07 PM | Agreed. However (Score:5 Funny)
rederik
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Agreed. However, it's only fair to point out that while RichRods revolutionary technique of bag carrying may be the best in the business, he has absolutely no idea how to rake the traps or tend the pin. And while carrying the bag is certainly the flashiest and most exciting part of caddying, everybody knows that you have to be good at all three phases of the game to be a successful caddie.

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July 27th, 2011 at 7:28 PM | Believe it or not, he did (Score:5 Normal)
BlockM
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Believe it or not, he did coach here for a few years.

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July 27th, 2011 at 8:41 PM | I don't know who you are... (Score:3 Normal)
MGoShoe
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...but fuck you, asshole.

Apparently your sarcasm detector is way out of kilter. That was a joke.

I don't give a rat's ass if RichRod is discussed here especially in a thread about his caddying for a pro-am golf tournament.

If you think I'm an MGoBlog slappie, you're clearly not paying attention.

Given your last sentence, why exactly are you here?

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July 27th, 2011 at 8:52 PM | BOOM. MGoShoe is PISSED (Score:5 Normal)
OMG Shirtless
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The only real purpose of the post is to lock in you calling him an asshole.

I put up a tough front, but deep down I just want to be held.

July 27th, 2011 at 8:57 PM | Much appreciated... (Score:1 Normal)
MGoShoe
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...I didn't intend to edit it.

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July 28th, 2011 at 7:56 AM | Do not piss off Navy Ships (Score:1)
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Do not piss off Navy Ships with cruise missiles! Don't let him get to you man and I hate the F word used on this blog. My first kid is 6 months old and I want to be able to let him read this blog as soon as he can read, which should be any year now....God what is taking him so long!?

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July 27th, 2011 at 10:55 PM | RR was defended probably more (Score:3 Normal)
jmblue
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RR was defended probably more than he should of been at times when he was the coach here, but they fire him and now it's seen as uncouth to even discuss him. The slappies made him persona non grata at the drop of a hat.

I think you're getting it backwards. Many of the people most sensitive to RR discussions are those who strongly supported him. They don't want to re-live the RR debate and see him "fired again."

I don't think it serves much purpose for people to keep on whining that he's been fired, but I have no problem discussing what he's up to now.

July 27th, 2011 at 7:55 PM | During the off... (Score:1)
Phil.engin2011
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...season?

July 27th, 2011 at 8:10 PM | I don't think former coaches (Score:3 Normal)
preed1
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are OT

UM vs osu 2011 bring your keys and make noise (get it keys!)

July 27th, 2011 at 7:29 PM | Fired after 6 holes..... (Score:-1 Trolling)
July 27th, 2011 at 7:35 PM | So that's a necessary (Score:4 Normal)
Chippewa Blue
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So that's a necessary response to the article

Oh you know, just a typical Michigan fan that goes to Central

July 27th, 2011 at 7:39 PM | A$$ Hole (Score:0 Normal)
July 27th, 2011 at 7:50 PM | lol (Score:1 Normal)
raiderblue
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That was the funniest thing I've read on this blog in 3+ years.

July 27th, 2011 at 10:46 PM | Mean spirit (Score:3 Normal)
profitgoblue
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Since there's a mood of mean spirit in the air, I must say that if that was the funniest thing you've read on this Board in 3 years you need to get some glasses. If only because nothing beats (or will ever beat?) the Lloyd Brady photoshop extravaganza of 2010.

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July 27th, 2011 at 11:06 PM | The Big Lebowski quote-a-thon was funnier than that, (Score:1)
Phil.engin2011
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and that was less than a month ago.

July 27th, 2011 at 11:47 PM | Good, but not top 10 (Score:2 Normal)
eth2
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Honestly, there was better stuff in the Hail to the V thread earlier today.



All time funniest? For me, hands down it was the infamous Stephen Kass NSFH late night thread that got a bit out of hand and was locked by one of the mods.

"This is Michigan fergodsakes."

July 28th, 2011 at 1:48 AM | Hail to the V (Score:2)
aratman
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I have been tormenting my wife with my hand puppet since i read that earlier.....sort of a mr hand copy i think i will call it ms hand......

July 27th, 2011 at 7:31 PM | posted from iPhone (Score:5 Normal)
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I wish RR the best I really do. I don't think it's off topic. Is bringing up Any other former coaches up off topic?

Touchdown Michigan!

July 27th, 2011 at 7:35 PM | These threads remind me of something Chris Rock said . . . (Score:5 Normal)
wolverinestuckinEL
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Blue Blood croud too happy, RR supporters too mad . . or something like that.  Anybody want to come sit in the level headed, rational middle?  Those of us who think Hoke is great and wish RR the best in his future endeavors welcome you with open arms.

July 27th, 2011 at 9:25 PM | The people who gave RR (Score:-1 Normal)
July 28th, 2011 at 1:22 AM | Wha? (Score:5 Normal)
jmblue
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Let me get this straight:

You, BRCE, the guy who hates Carr, Beilein, Leyland, Dombrowski and basically every other local coach/GM who's ever had any kind of success - have a soft spot for a guy who didn't have any?  Shouldn't you be concerned about creating a "negative atmosphere" for all these other guys?

July 28th, 2011 at 6:49 AM | So what happens (Score:1 Normal)
Maize and Blue ...
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If we lose to ND this year at home?  We've beaten them the last two two years and have almost our entire starting lineup back plus the game is at home?  Hoke has exceeded my expectations recruiting wise now lets see what happens when the season starts.

For the record, anything less then 8 wins will be disappointing in my mind though I'm expecting 9.  This was before the whole Ohio situation which could make things turn rosier if things go south for them quickly.

July 27th, 2011 at 7:55 PM | It's kinda nice here (Score:1)
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Not too hot, not too cold.

Football is both an identity and a terminal illness. A rhythm and a chaos and an opiate for the mind all at once.

     -Johnny Danbury (umichedme.blogspot.com)

July 27th, 2011 at 7:42 PM | The responses on this board (Score:5 Normal)
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The responses on this board really are getting worse by the day. RR is a caddy at a golf event and takes a few shots at himself. Most would respond with, RR really has taken the high road after being fired, one can't help but wish the guy better luck at his next stop. 

July 27th, 2011 at 8:14 PM | Cosign, Dennis (Score:5 Normal)
Don
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I enjoy reading about RR cuz I always liked the guy and still do. I hope he gets another chance somewhere to show that he's learned from the coaching mistakes he made here.


July 27th, 2011 at 11:59 PM | TriSign (Score:3 Normal)
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I enjoyed the article.  LIked his display of self-deprecating humor.  So sue me.

July 27th, 2011 at 7:44 PM | This has little to no point (Score:1 Normal)
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This has little to no point other than to start a flame war, in my opinion.

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July 27th, 2011 at 7:59 PM | Don't get me wrong here, the (Score:5 Normal)
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Don't get me wrong here, the article may be innocent enough and an interesting read, but given the current state of the MGoBoard (and the number of people who get their panties in a bunch at the slightest mention of Rich Rod), you'd have to expect it would degenerate to a flame war really quickly.

Just being realistic here.

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July 27th, 2011 at 8:29 PM | Verbally supposing that...... (Score:4 Normal)
Bosch
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Verbally supposing that......

this has little to no point other than to start a flame war

does nothing but add foul to the fire....... Like kids on the playground trying to instigate a fight.

All right Lemmings. Bring the heat.

July 27th, 2011 at 7:47 PM | (Score:5 Normal)
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RR still a good guy. Glad to hear he is having some fun.

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July 27th, 2011 at 10:50 PM | Seconded (Score:1)
profitgoblue
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For those that do not know, the Greenbriar Resort is definitely one of the nicest hotels/resorts in the country. I'm betting he's staying there free too. Outstanding gig for him! And he deserves good things in his life after the past 3 years of he'll (some of which he brought on himself).

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July 28th, 2011 at 8:27 AM | me too (Score:1)
griff32
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I saw him at the driving range a week ago with his son, he seemed to be relaxed and having fun working with his son on his game. I say good for him.

July 27th, 2011 at 7:49 PM | I was gonna go with a (Score:3 Normal)
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I was gonna go with a streching comment before the round of golf but I held back..

Honestly, much like most good luck to the guy and hope he gets a chance to redeem himself somewhere and show haters/morons he knows what he is doing.

July 27th, 2011 at 8:25 PM | His sig is from a generally (Score:1 Normal)
Lets_Go_Blue
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His sig is from a generally well-respected, long-time member of the board... no need to call him an "idiot" for it.

Football is both an identity and a terminal illness. A rhythm and a chaos and an opiate for the mind all at once.

     -Johnny Danbury (umichedme.blogspot.com)

July 27th, 2011 at 8:33 PM | Well..... (Score:-1 Flamebait)
July 27th, 2011 at 10:23 PM | Haters (Score:5 Normal)
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gonna hate

Abort, Retry, Fail?

July 28th, 2011 at 12:17 AM | I won't deny the last part (Score:5 Normal)
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But your whole train of posting in this thread is the most laughable thing ever. You of all people complaining a guy who's done so much for the University can't get a little basic respect, from a guy who ROASTED Rich all last season, craps on Lloyd every chance you get, and was negative on Hoke before he even did anything....and is generally negative on pretty much every subject that comes up.....well, the hypocrisy would be funny if it wasn't so sad.  Maybe the board tends to be in lock-step a little too much. But it's better than being contrarian to everything, just to do so.

I mean you, as a Rich Rod defender, is complete bunk.  I was far kinder to him than you when he was here, and probably even took you to task for it. I've never started a "Rich sucks" rant...I just get sick of revisionist history in people's hurt memories, and their invariable excuses for what went wrong always involving a comparison (and blame) to some coach before or after him, having to tear down others to make Rich look good.   The Drew Sharp of MGoBlog calling MGoShoe a Nazi, even tongue in cheek, is hilarious in it's utter ridiculousness. I'd rather be an elitist than just a bitter bitter human being.

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July 28th, 2011 at 8:32 AM | What you said (Score:2 Normal)
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July 27th, 2011 at 10:47 PM | M-Wolverine has the highest (Score:4 Normal)
jmblue
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M-Wolverine has the highest point total of anyone not named Brian.
If you're going to deny he's a respected poster, you're veering into completely subjective territory.

July 27th, 2011 at 11:02 PM | I like and respect M-Wolverine as a poster. (Score:5 Normal)
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However, at one point Tater had a gazillion points and he's one of the least respected posters around here.  Hell, I even had nearly 10,000 points at one time, and I'm as far from a respected poster as most.  Quantity of points does not necessarily mean you're well respected around here.

Speaking of point totals, does anyone remember when a gang of eHooligans (myself included) went around and up-voted every single one of the posts "Jay" made until he had more points than Brian?  Then he freaked out and retired that name,  I'm sure he's around here somewhere.

I put up a tough front, but deep down I just want to be held.

July 28th, 2011 at 12:02 AM | I mean really... (Score:5 Normal)
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His Dudeness is pushing 12,000 points....

"I love him, he's a great coach, he's a great mentor, he's a great friend. He's every single thing you want a college coach to be, and he does it flawlessly." -David Molk

July 28th, 2011 at 8:19 AM | I used to be pretty cool. (Score:3 Normal)
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I used to be pretty cool.

or uh, Duder, or El Duderino if you're not into the whole brevity thing.

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