Pac 12 Earlier Outlook Oregon & Oregon State

July 20, 2015

Oregon & Oregon State

Pac 12 North – Two Programs on opposite ends of the Pac 12, are Oregon & Oregon State. Oregon State has new coach, new QB and will have new philosophy on and off the field. The Ducks will be business as usual with all the speed and talent they have coming back this season as long as they can get a par performance at QB. Last season the Beavers were left out of bowl season, while the Ducks played in Rose Bowl and knocked off unbeaten Florida State 59-20. Then the Ducks played in inaugural College Football Playoff Championship Game verse Ohio State losing 42-20.

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DT DeForest Buckner at Rose Bowl. Photo by Jevone Moore

Oregon

Head Coach Mark Helfrich is back for his third season at the helm with a record of 24-4 and CFP appearance last year.

The Ducks return 14 starters from last year team 6 offensive, 6 defensive, punter & kicker. Players to watch QB Vernon Adams who transferring from Eastern Washington after graduating if he pass last math class. Adams has been putting up insane numbers in FCS on ground and in the air. RB Royce Freeman will split time with RB Thomas Tyner and should be the nation’s top tandems this season. WR Byron Marshall back for senior season after last year 1,003 yards receiving. SS Tyree Robinson who had 36 tackles for the Ducks will be ready and he only a sophomore. DB Glen Ihenacho has great ball instincts and family genes from Serra HS. DT DeForest Buckner will be force on that front seven coming off 4 sacks, 81 tackles performance. New Comer RB Taj Griffin one of fastest HS running backs in nation with 4.31 40 yard dash at Nike camp.

This may be rebuilding year after losing Heisman Trophy winner at QB but the next man up mentality has been working for Coaches, Running Backs, Wide Receivers, why not at Quarterback. Prediction : 1st in Pac 12 North, CFP Orange Bowl.

Head Coach Helfrich on sideline at the Rose Bowl. Photo by Jevone Moore

Oregon State

Head Coach Gary Anderson will start off his first season in Corvallis this season with nothing but opportunity ahead of him.

The Beavers return 12 starters from last year team 9 offensive, 2 defensive and kicker. Players to watch RB Storm Woods who back for senior season after averaging 6.3 yards a carry in 20014. WR Victor Bolden will for sure be a favorite target for whichever young QB wins the starting job this Fall. The two defensive returners DE Jaswha James & CB Larry Scott will have to provided the veteran leadership that is greatly needed. New Comers : The rest of defensive starters who will be welcomed to the College football in their second game at the big house with Jim Harbaugh and Michigan Wolverines.

OSU Beavers Helmet Photo by Jevone Moore

This will be a chance for the Beavers to start the rebuilding process off fresh after few alum felt the program was caught in holding pattern lately. Prediction : 6th in Pac 12 North

Next outlook will be from Pac 12 South, UCLA & USC

LA Kiss Toast Another Victory

Jevone Moore

July 19, 2015

LA Kiss Wide Receivers Toast it Up after a Touchdown. Photo by Jordon Kelly — LA Kiss Wide Receivers Toast it Up after a Touchdown. Photo by Bryan Womack

Anaheim, Ca – The LA Kiss (4-11) are chasing history going into this home stretch after tonight’s 37-27 victory over the Las Vegas Outlaws (5-10). The Kiss lead this game from start to finish in this long grudge match that had plenty of big plays in the second half. One big play was a 53 yard kickoff return by DeMarco Sampson in 3rd quarter to give the Kiss 30-21 lead and all the momentum. Sampson finished the night 150 all purpose yards and two touchdowns.

The LA Kiss played a complete game for head coach Bob McMillen and are in good spot to make a wildcard game for the playoffs. They have three games left, two on road and come home for the grand finally verse Sabercats. Due to poor marketing plans by Las Vegas & New Orleans the AFL have taken them over and their next game will be consider a tie verse spending the money to open an arena. So that helps Kiss if they finish strong.

Donovan Morgan breaking ankles after a catch. Photo by Jordon Kelly — Donovan Morgan breaking ankles after a catch. Photo by Bryan Womack

The new ground game destroyer is Myles Mason who scored the first touchdown of night on 5 yard run. Mason also scored the Kiss last touchdown of game last week on the ground making teams have to respect the big man rushing skills. Donovan Morgan continued to be a great target for quarterback Danny Southwick who hit Morgan 7 times for 69 yards and touchdown. Morgan now has 114 catches 1,688 yards with 36 touchdowns this season. Southwick outshined Kiss former QB JJ Raterink of Outlaws with 18/31 passes 179 yards, 3 touchdowns. Meanwhile Raterink was benched for second half finsihing with only 9 completions 2 touchdowns (1 Rushing). Outlaws wide receiver Tysson Potts caught 10 passes for 108 yards and touchdown to be top playmaker for his team.

A rally cry for the Kiss Defensive has been keep everything in front of you while front four applies pressure. Defensive End Darryl Cato-Bishop came up with 2 sacks and 4 solo tackles, his second quarter sack resulted in 2 point safety. Defensive back Rayshaun Kizer lead the team for second week in row with 7 tackles just like his jersey number along with big interception.

DeMarco Sampson on his way to 53 yard Kickoff Return for a Touchdown. Photo by Jordon Kelly — DeMarco Sampson on his way to 53 yard Kickoff Return for a Touchdown. Photo by Bryan Womack

If the Kiss can continue to find a way to answer the call and step up for full game who know are they peaking at just right time to make a run. It would bring a great infusion of confidence and energy to this young organization. As for now they will concentrate on traveling to Arizona to face the Rattlers July 26th at 6pm.

Hayes Pullard Football Camp

Jevone Moore

July 18, 2015

Hayes Pullard Campers show off their skills. Photo by Jevone Moore

Los Angeles, Ca – Some talk about it and some do it, Hayes Pullard one of newest Linebackers drafted by Cleveland Browns has 1st Annual Free Football Camp. Live at his old stopping grounds the nice turf of Crenshaw High School with a full field of campers and coaches. It’s such a great feeling to see our African American young men giving back to community that first gave to them.

The camp was open for all kids ages 5-17 for first 300 kids free. The parents were allowed to stay and watch their kids from the stands. They had lunch provided for all the campers with hydration stations with Body Armor sports drink. Each kid received a camp T-Shirt with the number 10 on the back, and word “GUSTO” Hayes said, “Grind Until Success Triumphs Odds!”

Camper Marcus Higgs digging during RB cone drills. Photo by Jevone Moore — Camper Marcus Higgs during RB cone drills. Photo by Jevone Moore

The Athletes were divided into groups based on their position and age. They learned new skills, to improve their current athletic abilities, and were coached on the importance of leadership, teamwork, and education. The running backs had Silas Redd Washington Redskins, wide receivers had Robert Woods Buffalo Bills, Marquise Lee Jacksonville Jaguars, Paul Richardson Seattle Seahawks, defensive backs had Dion Bailey Seattle Seahawks, quarterbacks got tips from current Trojans Cody Kessler and host of others great football minds.

Pullard was USC Trojans leading tackler last year with 95 tackles and 53 solo tackles before being drafted by Cleveland Browns. As he prepares for his first training camp coming up in few weeks some would ask why host a camp now, “I’m doing two things I love Football and give back to my community.” Some might wonder why you having this camp before you played a down in NFL, “I made up in my mind if I got drafted by any team I was going to do a camp for the kids.”

Campers are all ears before their next rotation. Photo by Jevone Moore

These camps, and moments the College / Pro athletes share with the youth is so huge. I know all of us had the special moment when words of encouragement gave us something to hold onto and make us grind. Today at this Hayes Pullard 1st Annual Football Camp had the next Pac-12 All American, High School Football champion and more.

Next up will be Browns Training Camp, Hayes said, “I went to USC to fulfill my father’s dream. I got my degree to fulfill my mother’s dream. And now I’m writing this letter to you to fulfill my dream.” (quote from open letter to NFL)

Atlanta Gets The Last Run

Jevone Moore

July 17, 2015

Los Angeles, Ca – The loudest game of year for the LA Sparks was a tough lost to Atlanta Dream 76-72 at Staples Center. The earlier 12:30pm game time to allows for city of Los Angeles day camps from all over the city to bring their campers to cheer and see an exciting WNBA basketball. The campers were screaming, laughing, eating, and have spirited fun watching the Sparks.

This loss against the dream was a game of runs, and Sparks had the first run 17-0 in first half capped off with Kristi Tolver three pointer. Jantel Lavender recorded her eighth double-double with 20 points and 11 rebounds to lead the Sparks . Nneka Ogwumike had solid game but not her best finishing with 19 points, and 6 rebounds.

The Dream were lead by veteran Angel McCoughtry with 22 points and her last baskets seemed to be the best giving her team 76-72 victory from free throw line where she lived today going 12-13. Aneika Henry finished 16 points and 15-5 run late in fourth quarter that was enough to give Dream the second win in a row.

The Sparks team has continued to gel this season and just needs to come out ahead more often than not to build up some wins. They will have few days off before hosting Phoenix Mercury Tuesday Night July 21st at 8pm.

LA Kiss Shock Spokane

Jevone Moore

July 13, 2015

LA Kiss Defenders Rayshaun Kizer (7) & Josh Victorian (6) converge on the receiver. Photo by William "Jaye" Johnson — LA Kiss Defenders Rayshaun Kizer (7) & Josh Victorian (6) converge on the receiver. Photo by William “Jaye” Johnson

Anaheim, Ca – LA Kiss had the Honda Center rocking with a 34-28 victory over the Spokane Shock. The Kiss came out ready to fight and punched the Shock earlier taking a 28-0 lead into halftime. Both sides of the ball came ready to play and show folks they are still alive in AFL playoff wildcard hunt.

KISS quarterback Danny Southwick connected with receivers Tom Gilson, Donovan Morgan, Tyrone Goard, and DeMarco Sampson for touchdowns. Southwick completed 21-of-31 passes for 214 yards and four touchdowns. Sampson led receivers with a team high 6 catches for 60 yards, & Myles Mason was handed ball for the only rushing touchdown.

Shock benched quarterback Warren Smith in second half after completed 8-of-19 pass attempts for 101 yards, and one interception. The first half shutout was enough to have head coach Andy Olsen bring in backup QB Arvell Nelson. Nelson was somewhat effective finishing with 10-of-20 passes for 130 yards and three touchdowns (1 Rushing). The Shock defense had scoop score fumble on 3 yard line but wasn’t enough to stop this determined LA Kiss team.

LA KISS Lineman / Running Back Myles Mason had 1 rushing touchdown. Photo by William "Jaye" Johnson — LA KISS Lineman / Running Back Myles Mason had 1 rushing touchdown. Photo by William “Jaye” Johnson

Rayshaun Kizer was all over field tonight for the Kiss with 11 tackels to led his team & nine were solo tackles. Kizer in his fifth year in AFL now 3rd all time with 59 interceptions in this league history. The front line add pressure that gave the Kiss secondary little more help. This was just great team performance. On special teams they kept Anthony Amos for Shock in check only allowing him 14.8 average on kickoff return yards.

Now with only four games remaining two at home and two on the road, each gave is vital to getting in that wild card game and making the playoffs for 1st appearance. So next Saturday July 18th at 7pm PST the LA Kiss will host the Las Vegas Outlaws.

Art Walk – Divine 9 Black Greek Art

Jevone Moore

July 11, 2015

The Crocker Club presented The Divine 9 Black Greek Art Show that was hosted by Damn Good Nu Dynasty, of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity Inc. Delta Gamma & Nu Delta Chapters. The Divine 9 themed art from Divine 9 artists was on display during The Downtown Art Walk.

The Downtown Art Walk is a free, self-guided, public art phenomenon that brings together art lovers and community friends to the ever evolving Downtown Los Angeles. With exciting and unique offerings around every corner, Downtown celebrates the arts each and every month on the 2nd Thursday. Please refer to your calendar for specific dates. Hours vary by gallery, but can typically range from Noon – 10PM.

The Brothers of Phi Beta Sigma Frat. Inc. All Photos by Jevone Moore

The Brothers of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity Inc. displayed its art at Upscale event to commence directly with downtown LA art walk. Folks wore their perspective paraphernalia to represent their organizations. They had open mic from 6-8 with performances from Poets Ezekiel Azomwu and Dominic “Nerd” McDonald as well as live performances from two of LA’s best up and coming artists, Prince Kofi and Larisse Epps. It was a great way to bring all 9 together and allow for other Art enthusiasts to be exposed to our art.

Many of The Downtown Art Walk activities take shape in and around the galleries predominantly on Spring and Main streets between 2nd and 9th streets. However, there was a plethora of art related events and openings, activities, and special programming that take place all over Downtown. For your next visit if you are true art buyer and fan, arriving early offers a more relaxing stroll through the different galleries and art exhibits. As the evening progresses, more visitors descend on the area to meet up with friends and savor the local experience. Visitors and local Downtowners can often be found patronizing the outcropping of local shopping, dining and entertainment establishments that have created the thriving, vibrant community.

It just goes to show you that you don’t have to create the wheel, just find the one that fits you and give it a whirl. What will you align yourself with next to allow for extraordinaire event?

Pac 12 Earlier Outlook California & Stanford

Jevone Moore

July 10, 2015

California & Stanford

Pac 12 North – These teams always have to bring the A game being the two North teams that always play both USC & UCLA each year. Stanford has a hiccup last year coming off four straight BCS bowls for the Cardinal. Stanford routed Maryland 45-21 in Foster Farms Bowl. The Cal Bears came up two games short from being bowl eligible, but QB Jared Goff will be back this year.

QB Jarod Goff spotting a target. Photo by Jevone Moore

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California

Head Coach Sonny Dykes now enters his third year at the helm with 6-18 record during his first 2 years.

The Bears return 16 starters from last year team 8 Offensive, 7 Defensive , & punter. Players to watch QB Jared Goff threw 3,973 yards, 35 touchdowns and is already third on Cal’s all time passing list. RB Daniel Lasco now a senior ready to show NFL what he can do between hashes. WR Bryce Treggs found away to snag 52 catches in a crowded talented group of wideouts. RG Jordan Rigsbee an ironman starting every game since his freshman year for total of 36 starts. LB Michael Barton led defensive with 80 tackles, 7.5 tackles for loss alongside Hardy Nickerson Jr. with 69 tackles and 7 sacks. New comers WR Carlos Strickland 6-5, 205 and DB Malik Psalms had 86 tackles in senior year at Ayala HS, CA.

The Bears will rely on Goff’s air attack to get team off to a fast start in games and hope that teams will change their game plan to catch up. Cal’s road schedule will turn any team into Vets after its all over. This year will be a big step in the Bears program moving up and being back in a bowl game at end of season. Prediction: 3rd Pac 12 North, Sun Bowl.

Stanford

Head Coach David Shaw back for fifth year in Palo Alto with 42-12 record in his first 4 years.

The Cardinal’s return just 13 starters from last year team 9 Offensive, 4 Defensive. Players to watch QB Kevin Hogan a fifth year senior coming off being Foster Farms game MVP. TE Austin Hooper who had 40 catches with 499 yards and consistent mismatch against safeties. S Kodi Whitfield who will be full time on defensive after converting from WR. SS Zach Hoffpauir who fills in well in the box or deep in coverage to be voice on the field. New Comers will be national recruited DB Ben Edwards (Florida), DB Justin Reid (Louisiana) and Quenton Meeks (California) 6-2 CB.

Coach Shaw leading his team on to field at 100th Rose Bowl. Photo by Jevone Moore

The Cardinal fans have been spoiled on the farm with success, this year should be back to normal. While most teams would panic with the lack of defensive returners but the Stanford returners are all seniors and will provide enough stability to shadow their youth. Prediction: 2nd Pac 12 North, Holiday Bowl.

Next Outlook will be Pac 12 North, Oregon & Oregon State.

No Time To Waste Time

Kurt Lykes

July 9, 2015

“Teach us to realize the brevity of life, so that we may grow in wisdom.”

Psalms 90:12

Make sure you use your time wisely…Don’t spend time worrying about things that you have no control over.

Life is much too precious to major in the minors…

Don’t spend extra time trying to help others who don’t want to be helped…

Learn from your mistakes, and keep moving forward!

Realize that to someone, you are the best thing since sliced bread, and they want, need, and will take heed to your advice!

Live with no regrets., and simply make better choices!

You don’t have time to waste time!

Enjoy the journey..

Pac 12 Earlier Outlook – Colorado & Utah

Jevone Moore

July 9, 2015

Colorado & Utah

Pac 12 South – The Newest teams to be added to Pac 12, are still proving that they belong and can handle the competition week in and week out . They have been in conference for four season thus far, last year was huge for Utah having their first nine win season with a 45-10 dismantling of Colorado State in Las Vegas Bowl. Colorado will have a goal this year to rack up some conference wins and build from there.

Chidobe Awuzie with the Hammer. Photo by Jevone Moore

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Colorado

Head Coach Mike MacIntyre is poised and ready for third season with the Buffaloes. He has record of 6-18 in his first 2 seasons.

The Buffaloes return 13 starters from last year team 5 Offensive, 8 Defensive & 32 underclassmen on its midseason two-deep last season. This should help with having few more guys with experience to step up. Players to watch QB Sefo Liufau 3,200 yards, 28 touchdowns pretty impressive stats. WR Nelson Spruce was Liufau main target having 1,198 yards, 12 touchdowns and is senior that will provide leadership on the field. CB Ken Crawley had few injuries but is primed to have breakout senior season. DT Josh Tupou is one of 34 players on the initial watch list for the Polynesian College Football Player of the Year. LB Addison Gillam will use his 6-3, 225 frame to bring pressure on the edges when called upon. New Comers will be their eight of 19 signees that were linemen, this will soon pay dividends winning game upfront.

QB Sefo Liufau following his blocking. Photo by Jevone Moore

The Buffaloes will have the opportunity to rack up some earlier non conference wins verse UMass, & Nicholls State. They also have the luxury of having home field advantage against Oregon, Stanford, & USC. In the end Liufau & Spruce will have some fun playing catch during the games nonetheless. Prediction: 6th in Pac 12 South.

Coach Whittingham on the sideline. Photo by Jevone Moore

Utah

Head Coach Kyle Whittingham a veteran entering his 11 season with the Utes, 85-43 record in 10 years.

The Utes return 18 starters from last year team 7 Offensive, 9 Defensive, kicker & punter. Players to watch QB Travis Wilson who was held out last year due to leg injury has the arm and experience to lead this team. RB Devontae Booker back for his senior season had 1,512 yards and on Heisman Trophy candidate. DE Hunter Dimick will not have to share the spotlight with last year counterpart who went to NFL. He was among NCAA best with 14.5 tackles for loss and 10 sacks last season. LB Jared Norris who had 116 tackles last year and will have Utes will have all senior class at LB. CB Dominique Hatfield is now full time defender after converting from WR earlier last year, this Crenshaw HS loves playing in Los Angeles on the road. New Comers trio of JUCO (Junior College) transfer WR Deniko Carter 6-4, WR Kyle Fulks, & RB Joseph Williams. Normally these type players if scouted right can come right and fill a void faster than most freshman for quick jolt.

Dominique Hatfield giving a salute after 30-28 win at Ucla. Photo by Jevone Moore

The Utes have set a road that can make them well known if they give Harbaugh’s Michigan their first loss to start the season. The rest of season is nicely laid out to obtain few more wins if their youthfulness doesn’t slow them down. Prediction: 5th in Pac 12 South, Cactus Bowl.

Next Pac 12 Outlook will be Pac 12 North, California & Stanford.

Pac 12 Earlier Outlook Washington & Washington State

Jevone Moore

July 8, 2015

Washington & Washington State

Pac 12 North – The Northwest can be nasty late in the year, if play either team at home pray for no snow. Last season Washington lost 30-22 to the Oklahoma State Cowboys in Tempe at the Cactus Bowl. Washington State fell few games short of being bowl eligible with a lot of youth stepping into starting rolls. Both programs are looking for that next All American to step up from among the ranks this season.

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Washington

Head Coach Chris Peterson enters his second season with the big boys of Pac 12 with a record of 8-6 thus far. Most hope that the bumpy road is behind him for year two.

The Huskies return 12 starters from last year team 5 Offensive, 5 Defensive, kicker & punter. Players to watch WR Jaydon Mickens from Dorsey HS (Los Angeles) who finished last year with 145 career receptions, good for sixth in UW history to start the year. WR Donte Pettis will have opportunity to try outshine his freshman spectacular season. SS Budda Baker who started every game as true freshman is labeled a star in the making, he’s leading Huskies tackler with 80. They will miss the playmaker John Ross III who out for the season with a leg injury. New comer QB Jake Browning from Folsom in Calif. turned down Alabama to enroll earlier and become a Huskies. The Huskies ended up signing six of the top eight prospects from the state of Washington in 2015.

The Huskies will be young upfront on both sides of ball filling the voids left by seniors. If they can give little time for the QB to hit their playmakers they will play .500 ball. Prediction 5th in Pac 12 North, Maybe Poinsettia Bowl if Navy/Army not bowl eligible.

WSU Coach Mike Leach, "Yes we are going to Air it Out!" Photo by Jevone Moore — WSU Coach Mike Leach, “Yes we are going to Air it Out!” Photo by Jevone Moore

Washington State

Head Coach Mike Leach now approaching his fourth season after straying from Lubbock Tx with record of 12-25 in three seasons. He will be handing the controls of his “Air Raid” offensive to new QB sophomore Luke Falk.

The Cougars return 14 starters from last year team 7 Offensive, 6 Defensive, & kicker. Players to watch RB Gerard Wicks from Long Beach Poly whose durability will allow for few more running plays called. WR River Cracraft had solid season with 66 receptions, 771 yards, 8 touchdowns & added to Biletnikoff Award Watch List. My sleeper pick to shine this year in that deep WR core is Zaire Andre of Inglewood HS. His raw natural ability and versatility will shine on gameday. LB Jeremiah Allison will add leadership to the you defensive with his 78 tackles, 8.5 tackles for loss, & 3.5 sacks at WIL LB spot. New comer SS Shalom Luani who was Cal JC Defensive player of the year, who comes down hard on the run that will make teams think twice.

WR Zaire Andre off for a Touchdown at Inglewood HS. Photo by Jevone Moore

The Washington State Cougars are youthful but have done some strategic JUCO recruiting along with top defensive signings that will allow for few more wins this year. If they can start the season off with non conference wins they could be bowling now. Prediction: 4th in Pac 12 North, Royal Purple Las Vegas Bowl.

Tomorrow Outlook will be Pac 12 South, Colorado & Utah,

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