Clausen Changes Uniform Number in Carolina

Will it change his luck?

Former Notre Dame QB, Jimmy Clausen wore uniform #2 his first couple of years in the NFL -- with little to show for it.  So, when uniform #7 became available with the Carolina Panthers -- he jumped at the chance to switch to the number he wore with the IRISH.

Here's hoping SEVEN is a lucky number for Mr. Clausen!

LINK:  CLAUSEN SWITCHES UNIFORM NUMBERS

Theismann, Brown, Bettis, Holtz & Digger...

The Fighting Irish were well represented these past three days on the shores of Lake Tahoe at the American Century Celebrity Golf Championship.  Joe Theismann, Tim Brown, Jerome Bettis, Skip Holtz and Digger Phelps were among the 80 players who competed for the championship.  Here's the final results for the former Notre Dame student-athletes and basketball coach:

• 6th Place:  Joe Theismann
• 43rd Place:  Tim Brown
• 44th Place:  Jerome Bettis
• 59th Place:  Skip Holtz
• 74th Place:  Digger Phelps

LINK:  FINAL SCORES

When Will We See This in College Football?

The NBA's David Stern threw out a "trial balloon" this week when he let the media know the "Association" is considering selling advertising on their game uniforms, and the uniforms sold at retail, for the 2013 - 2014 season.  He predicts this move could raise $100 million...


Having had the opportunity to work with David Stern -- I am willing to bet the decision has already been made to do just this.  When they do -- I expect the NHL will be next, followed by Major League Baseball and then the NFL.

I suspect college football won't be too far behind -- since they're already doing it with Adidas, NIKE, Under Armour, Bowl Game sponsors, etc.

I don't think the NBA jerseys will look like NASCAR's Dale Earnhardt, Jr.'s -- but, once you open the door, you never know... 

LINK:  NBA CONSIDERING PLACING SPONSOR LOGO'S ON UNIFORMS

Hendrix: Out to Prove He's "That Guy!"

The most scrutinized position in college football is the guy who wears the GOLD HELMET behind center for the University of Notre Dame.  With only 41 DAYS before the IRISH kick-off the 2012 season at 9:30 AM ET in Dublin, Ireland -- the big question is "who's the QB?"

Four scholarship QB's will begin the final battle for the starting QB spot in about ten days.  Andrew Hendrix is one of those four and he's one of two who have live game experience.  The folks at the South Bend Tribune recently caught up with Hendrix -- you'll enjoy the interview:

LINK:  ANDREW HENDRIX

Theismann: 8th Place at Century Championship

Former Notre Dame All-American Joe Theismann is currently in 8th place at the 23rd Annual American Century Celebrity Golf Championship at Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course.  Theismann has 33 points in the "stableford" scoring system -- trailing the leader Mark Rypien, who has 43 points.

The golf tournament is televised on NBC -- so tune in tomorrow to watch the final round LIVE beginning at 3 PM ET.

LINK:  SCOREBOARD

WNBA's Devereaux Peters Talks Notre Dame

Former Notre Dame All-American Devereaux Peters was back in town this week and she took time out for a YOUTUBE interview.  Click on the link below:  (Photo:  That's former Notre Dame great Ruth Riley on the left guarding Devereaux.)

LINK:  DEVEREAUX PETERS BACK IN THE BEND

Domer Wins Second Golf Title as a Pro!

Max Scodro '12, is off to a very good start with his professional golf career since graduating from the University of Notre Dame two months ago. 

He's already won two tournaments as a pro -- winning the Arizona Open last month and this past weekend he won the Illinois Open in a five-hole playoff!

Here are links to stories about Max's first two wins as a professional -- and a link to his blog where you can track his exploits as he tries to earn a PGA Tour Card.

LINK:  SCODRO WINS ILLINOIS OPEN IN PLAYOFF

LINK:  MAX WINS FIRST TOURNAMENT AS A PRO

LINK:  MAX'S BLOG

Choosing Pro Boxing Over Wall Street

Notre Dame alum Mike Lee '09, was a guest on CNBC's Sports Biz yesterday -- talking about why he picked a pro boxing career over a high paying job on Wall Street.  Lee, a three-time Bengal Bouts champion while at Notre Dame is undefeated as a pro.  You'll enjoy this interview.

LINK:  MIKE LEE ON CNBC

Justin Morrow Added to MLS All-Star Roster!

Former Notre Dame soccer star Justin Morrow was added yesterday to the MLS All-Stars roster -- for next Wednesday's matchup against Chelsea (European Champion) at Philadelphia Union's PPL Park.

The game will be televised on ESPN2 beginning at 8:30 PM ET on Wednesday, July 25th.


LINK:  MORROW ADDED TO ALL STAR ROSTER

LINK:  MLS ALL STAR OFFICIAL SITE

ND's Mike Brey Talks Coaches vs. Cancer

Here's a quick interview of Notre Dame men's basketball coach Mike Brey talking about the "Coaches vs. Cancer" initiative, now in its 12th year.  Click on the link below:

LINK:  COACHES VS. CANCER

Notre Dame Research: Why Mosquitoes Bite!

Zainulabeuddin Syed, a mosquito biologist with the University of Notre Dame's Eck Institue for Global Health has been studying why mosquitoes bite humans -- thought you'd find this of interest!

LINK:  WHY MOSQUITOS BITE!

Notre Dame Football Tickets on Sale NOW!

If you're looking to attend a Notre Dame home football game this season -- today's your chance!  Tickets are now on sale for games that have yet to sell out!  CALL TODAY!


LINK:  NOTRE DAME FOOTBALL TICKETS

Yahoo Story: Why I Love Notre Dame Football!

William Porter is an eighth grade social studies teacher who's been a fan of the Fighting Irish of Notre Dame since 1988.

Porter recently wrote a story that was published at YAHOO SPORTS -- about the 25 reasons he loves Notre Dame football.  Here's a link:

LINK:  25 REASONS TO LOVE NOTRE DAME FOOTBALL

Mike Anello -- Still Fighting for Something!

Notre Dame fans will remember former IRISH walk-on football special teams star Mike Anello and his exploits on the field.  Well, he's taken on a new challenge - TRIATHLONS!

Recently, he traveled from Boston to San Francisco to compete in the ESCAPE FROM ALCATRAZ triathlon.  NBC's Keith Arnold caught up with Anello to tell this story.  Enjoy!

Photo:  That's Mike on the right!

LINK:  HE'S A NOTRE DAME MAN

Recognition Well Deserved for Mike Golic Jr.

Notre Dame football player Mike Golic Jr., has been nominated for the All State AFCA Good Works Team -- an award that recognizes the contributions of college football players in their community.

Mike Golic Jr., is well deserving of this honor!

LINK:  GOLIC ON GOOD WORKS LIST!

Spend a Day With Notre Dame's Cierre Wood

The folks at Fighting Irish Digital Media spent a day following Notre Dame running back Cierre Wood around campus.  You'll enjoy this story.


LINK:  A DAY WITH CIERRE

The NBA's Bringing Their Show to Notre Dame!

The Indiana Pacers and Chicago Bulls have scheduled their last pre-season game this fall for Notre Dame's Purcell Pavillion -- the home of the Fightin' Irish -- on Friday, October 26th.

You can call 574.631.7356 to buy your tickets beginning Tuesday, September 11th.

LINK:  THE NBA AT NOTRE DAME

Former Irish Pitcher Now Workin' the Beach!

Ryan Doherty -- all seven-feet of him -- used to throw a baseball for the University of Notre Dame and later, in the minors, for the Arizona Diamondbacks.  Ryan now plays professional beach volleyball.

And -- he's dominating!!!

In the four pro tournaments he's played in -- Doherty and his partner Casey Patterson have won three!  Their most recent win came yesterday on the Chicago lakeshore.  Here's a link to the Chicago Tribune story:

LINK:  IRISH BASEBALL STAR HITS THE BEACH

The Cross In The Woods -- Indian River, MI

If your travels ever take you through Northern Michigan on I-75 this is a "must see" destination.  The National Shrine of the Cross In The Woods is located outside of a town called Indian River -- has been since August 9, 1959. 

It was designated a national shrine by the U.S. Conference of Bishops in 2006.   The crucifix is 31 feet tall -- the largest crucifix in the world.  


Click on the link below to learn the story of this SHRINE.  I took this photo today on a trip back to South Bend from Mackinac Island.

LINK:  THE CROSS IN THE WOODS

Nice Story About ND Law School Student

Bryce Rucker played football for four years at Northwood University -- before pursuing a law degree at the University of Notre Dame.  He credits his success to an "after-school" program in the Battle Creek (MI) Public Schools called NEW LEVEL SPORTS.

LINK:  BRYCE RUCKER