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February 27, 2012
2012 Miami Hurricanes Football Scheduled Release, and It's Painful
The Miami Hurricanes have a painful habit of front-loading the early weeks of their schedule with difficult games, and the just-released 2012 agenda is no different. The Canes start their season off with three of their first four on the road including tough trips to Kansas State and Georgia Tech.The ... More >>
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November 25, 2011
Al Golden Gets Four Year Contract Extension After Losing to BC
Last year the Miami Hurricanes finished a pathetically mediocre season with an embarrassing home loss to an inferior opponent and fired their head coach. This year they finished yet another pathetically mediocre season with an embarrassing home loss to an inferior opponent and ga ... More >>
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November 3, 2011
Reader mail: Occupy Miami article is "lame"
Last year the Miami Hurricanes finished a pathetically mediocre season with an embarrassing home loss to an inferior opponent and fired their head coach. This year they finished yet another pathetically mediocre season with an embarrassing home loss to an inferior opponent and ga ... More >>
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October 27, 2011
Joe Rose, Jorge Sedano, Sid Rosenberg are racists
Last year the Miami Hurricanes finished a pathetically mediocre season with an embarrassing home loss to an inferior opponent and fired their head coach. This year they finished yet another pathetically mediocre season with an embarrassing home loss to an inferior opponent and ga ... More >>
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October 25, 2011
Jacory Harris Deserves Credit and an Apology For Racially Biased Sportswriting
Luther "Luke" Campbell, the man whose booty-shaking madness made the U.S. Supreme Court stand up for free speech, gets as nasty as he wants to be for Miami New Times. This week, Campbell wonders when Jacory Harris will get his due.The sports media in South Florida is really one-sided. None of the ... More >>
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October 12, 2011
Lil Wayne Snaps Back at Luther Campbell
Seems Lil Wayne laid off the sizzurp for a brief second to respond to Luther Campbell's ultimatum that President Carter needs to start investing more time helping Miami's less fortunate souls or else. Last night, Young Weezy, via his handle @LilTunechi, tweeted, "This Nigga Luke trippin!!! I ... More >>
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October 2, 2011
Dolphins Need John Gruden to Be Their Coach
Uncle Luke, the man whose booty-shaking madness once made the U.S. Supreme Court stand up for free speech, gets as nasty as he wants to be for Miami New Times. This week, Luke explains why the Miami Dolphins should hire John Gruden as head coach. The only way Miami Dolphins owner Stephen ... More >>
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September 8, 2011
Kirby Hocutt: UM's real villain
Uncle Luke, the man whose booty-shaking madness once made the U.S. Supreme Court stand up for free speech, gets as nasty as he wants to be for Miami New Times. This week, Luke explains why the Miami Dolphins should hire John Gruden as head coach. The only way Miami Dolphins owner Stephen ... More >>
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September 5, 2011
Miami Hurricanes vs. Maryland Terrapins: Well, It Could Be Worse
As we all know college football is purely an amateur sport. The kind of mere amateur sport, of course, where a broadcast powerhouse can look at its TV schedule, realize it has a Labor Day hole, and coerce a team that historically guarantees good ratings to change its schedule so everyone can make ... More >>
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September 5, 2011
Kirby Hocutt: The UM Scandal's Real Villain
Luther Campbell, the man whose booty-shaking madness made the U.S. Supreme Court stand up for free speech, gets as nasty as he wants to be for Miami New Times. This week, Luke wonders when the NCAA will drop the hammer on former University of Miami athletic director Kirby Hocutt. Now that the NCA ... More >>
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August 17, 2011
Nevin Shapiro Can Kiss My Ass
Nevin Shapiro wishes he could wear my shorts for one day. The New Jersey-born Napoleon dubbed himself "Little Luke" in a so-called investigative report by Yahoo! Sports claiming all sorts of corrupt shit Shapiro committed while he was a booster of the University of Miami athletics program.The claim ... More >>
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August 17, 2011
Al Golden Feels Duped by University of Miami
When Al Golden was plucked from college football obscurity as head coach of the Temple Owls to take over the Miami Hurricanes, a storied program that needed just a bit of fine tuning to be competitive again, it seemed like -- pardon the pun -- a Golden opportunity. Now, if an NCAA investigation p ... More >>
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June 13, 2011
Hurricanes Have Eighth Best 2012 Recruiting Class, So Far
You know what we could use right now? Some positive sports news on this, the Miami sports fans' somber morning of despair. Thankfully, things are looking up for that team that originally brought this town a boastful, brash, and talent-rich line up that inspired so, so much hatred. Yes, the Miami Hur ... More >>
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April 22, 2011
Billy Corben Stumps for Luther Campbell On Sid Rosenberg
How about a debate between Uncle Luke and Vicious Sid?While making the local radio rounds this past 4/20 promoting his latest epic documentary, Square Grouper, Rakontur auteur Billy Corben articulated his unwavering support for Luther Campbell's mayoral campaign on Sid Rosenberg's 560 WQAM show." ... More >>
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April 21, 2011
Gators Coach Will Muschamp Disses Hurricanes
Barring some sort of bowl matchup, the Florida Gators and the Miami Hurricanes won't meet again on the football field until 2013, but the two programs are always locked in an intense recruiting war for players and, occasionally, personnel. Wide receivers coach Aubrey Hill was one of the few staff ... More >>
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March 31, 2011
Spirit of Michael Irvin Returns to Hurricanes' Locker Room (Hopefully Sans Cocaine)
The University of Miami has a whole lot of proud history that the team hasn't bothered living up to in years, and new coach Al Golden is hoping to return the team to the glory days. In fact, he's bringing Michael Irvin back into the locker room, or at least his words. Coach Golden has plastered a ... More >>
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March 22, 2011
Ramon Buchanan, UM Linebacker, Suspended Over Felony Arrest in Coconut Grove UPDATED
via University of MiamiRamon BuchananWith Randy Shannon at the helm, the University of Miami's football team may not have won any titles -- but it did keep its nose clean, with zero player arrests since 2007. That's one record that new coach Al Golden's regime has already shattered.Ramon Buchanan ... More >>
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March 9, 2011
"Last Time the Heat Won" Is the Top Trending Topic on Twitter
"Crygate" is slowly subsiding. The Internet is tiring of those jokes now, but it's not quite done with making fun of our Miami Heat. Right now, #LastTimeTheHeatWon is trending high on Twitter and holds down the number one spot here in Miami. Yes, the Heat has lost its last five games, and with su ... More >>
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February 24, 2011
Kirby Hocutt, Hurricanes Athletics Director, May Leave for Texas Tech
University of Miami Athletic Director Kirby Hocutt has interviewed for the same position at Texas Tech, according to The Sun-Sentinel, and apparently the interest is mutual. Hocutt has only served in the position in Coral Gables since 2008, but he's reigned over an uncertain era of Hurricane spor ... More >>
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December 28, 2010
Albert Louis-Jean Latest Former 'Canes Commit to Jump Ship
New Miami Hurricanes coach Al Golden isn't having much luck in retaining star recruits who had verbally committed to the team under former coach Randy Shannon. Albert Louis-Jean, rated by some recruiting services as the best recruit in the state of Massachusetts and the 9th best corner back i ... More >>
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December 12, 2010
Al Golden Named Head Coach of Miami Hurricanes
The last time Al Golden coached a college football game he lost to Miami of Ohio. The next time he coaches a team it may very well be Miami of Florida. ESPN reports that Golden, the current head coach at Temple, has been offered the vacant position as the Hurricanes' head coach and is likely to acce ... More >>
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December 1, 2010
Donald Trump Tells University of Miami to Hire Mike Leach
Douche respects douche. So it's really no surprise that Donald Trump, of all people, really wants the University of Miami to hire Mike Leach, of all coaches. The Donald, or perhaps some sentient being living deep in the recesses of his hair, ripped out a page from The Palm Beach Post, scrawle ... More >>
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November 23, 2010
Report: Stephen Morris Will Start Saturday Even Though Jacory Harris is Healthy
So much for avoiding a quarterback controversy. Despite reports that Jacory Harris is healthy and cleared to play, a source close to the Hurricanes tells NBCMiami that freshman QB Stephen Morris will start against the USF Bulls this Saturday. Are the Harris days for the Hurricanes over?
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November 16, 2010
Stephen Morris Will Start for Hurricanes on Saturday
Miami has become the land of great quarterback uncertainty, but unlike a certain professional team we'll have some deserved faith in who will be starting for our college team in their next game. True freshman Stephen Morris will make his third straight start for the 'Canes against Virginia Tech t ... More >>
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November 9, 2010
Pat Riley Thinks Twitter Could Help Angry Fans Attack LeBron
Miami Heat President Pat Riley isn't ready to take a page out of Hurricanes Coach Randy Shannon's play book and ban his players from using Twitter, but something about the micro-blogging service just doesn't sit well with him. Apparently he thinks Twitter could play a part in opposing teams' fans ... More >>
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September 17, 2010
Tweets of the Week: When LeBron Met Nicki Minaj
Everyone has a Twitter these days, so it's hard to keep up. Luckily for you Riptide has decided to start chronicling the best Miami-related Tweets each week. Of course, we're not even up on all of Twitter. So if you think there's a local VIP whose account we need to keep an eye on or just a reall ... More >>
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September 10, 2010
Miami vs. Ohio State: Why a Win Would Feel So Good (And a Loss Isn't the End of the World)
It might take a crack squad of psychoanalysis to properly dissect all the emotions Canes Nation has been going through leading up to Tomorrow's game against Ohio State. To put it simply though, a win in this game would feel better and be more monumental than almost any other win the Hurricanes ha ... More >>
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September 3, 2010
Oddsmakers Favor Hurricanes As Next Team To Get Major Sanctions
Someone thinks the odds are high history could repeat itselfThe USC Trojans are currently under harsh sanctions (much to the 'Canes benefit), and ironically Butch Davis, who once was charged with picking up the pieces of Miami's sanction shattered program, is now feeling the fall out of an NCAA i ... More >>
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August 26, 2010
Got That Swagger Back
Someone thinks the odds are high history could repeat itselfThe USC Trojans are currently under harsh sanctions (much to the 'Canes benefit), and ironically Butch Davis, who once was charged with picking up the pieces of Miami's sanction shattered program, is now feeling the fall out of an NCAA i ... More >>
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August 6, 2010
Miami Hurricanes Under NCAA Investigation for Text Messages
Earlier today, Dan LeBatard sent fears down the spine of Hurricane fans by announcing on his radio show that the Miami Herald would be breaking a negative story about the sports program this afternoon. Well it's here, and it a minor little thing that involves, uh, text messages.
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August 3, 2010
Gibraltar's Happy Hour Offers Tasty Bites and Stunning Views
Oprah's turkey burger sliders and some coconut shrimp. The place: Gibraltar (at the Grove Isle Hotel & Spa)4 Grove Isle Dr.Coconut Grove305-857-5007groveisle.com/diningThe hours: Thursdays 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.The deals: Enjoy two-for-one select champagne flutes and well drinks ($10 for two). A b ... More >>
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July 6, 2010
USC Releases Seantrel Henderson from Letter of Intent
University of South California coach Lane Kiffin announced today that he's releasing highly recruited offensive lineman Seantrel Henderson from his Letter of Internet with the school. It's still possible that after all that he could decided to play with the Trojans. Though, it's looking more and ... More >>
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April 29, 2010
Canes coach Randy Shannon deserves a contract
University of South California coach Lane Kiffin announced today that he's releasing highly recruited offensive lineman Seantrel Henderson from his Letter of Internet with the school. It's still possible that after all that he could decided to play with the Trojans. Though, it's looking more and ... More >>
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April 27, 2010
Hurricanes Football Coach Randy Shannon Deserves a New Contract
Uncle Luke, the man whose booty-shaking madness once made the U.S. Supreme Courtstand up for free speech, gets as nasty as he wants to be for Miami New Times. This week, Luke has a message for the University of Miami: Give Randy Shannon a new contract!The University of Miami is not playing fair with ... More >>
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March 15, 2010
Disappointing Season Doesn't Even Earn 'Canes A Disappointing NIT Berth
For college basketball teams, getting an NIT invite is kind of like winning an all-expense paid, mid-winter trip to Detroit.Better than nothing,kinda, but tough to get too excited about. Win the NIT, and you're officially the 66th best team in the land. Wooo!So what, exactly, is equivalent to gettin ... More >>
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February 23, 2010
News Roundup: Police Searching for Driver who Hit Two Bicyclists
A Judge ruled the use of red light cameras illegal in Aventura. [CBS4]Police are searching for a driver who hit two bicyclists early yesterday morning. He didn't stop, and then abandoned the car believed to be stolen. [WSVN]The School Board fears the district's budget could be $250 to $350 million l ... More >>
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December 28, 2009
News Roundup: Jimbo's on Fire
A trailer near Jimbo's caught fire after Jimbo's son, Bubba, hooked up a water heater. [JustNews]The Epic Hotel's water has been deemed safe. [FoxNews]After warming up just a bit for Christmas, the temperature might drop to the 40s. [CBS4]SportsTime to pop champagne: The Indianapolis Colts pulled th ... More >>
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November 10, 2009
Uncle Luke Records Theme Song for 'Canes Doc; Donna Shalala Must Be Thrilled
via RakonturRakontur's highly anticipated documentary on University of Miami football, The U, premiers on ESPN on December 12, and this latest bit of news has us even more excited: Uncle Luke has recorded the theme song.Luther Campbell, The 2 Live Crew rapper, was persona non grata at UM for a de ... More >>
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November 9, 2009
News Roundup
Hurricane Ida is heading for the Gulf of Mexico. [CBS4]A pilot is dead after crashing his small plane in the Everglades last night. [NBCMiami]PoliticsMarco Rubio's record in the State House isn't nearly as conservative as he'd have you believe. It's almost like it's difficult to be a true conservati ... More >>
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October 26, 2009
Miami Hurricanes Lost Two Things This Weekend: a Game to Clemson and All Hope
via RagetoonsNever underestimate those Miami Hurricanes. Tell them their opening stretch against four ranked opponents is the gridiron equivalent of a minefield in which they might get blown away, and they'll rack up three wins. Tell them the rest of their season should be a breeze, and they'll s ... More >>
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October 16, 2009
News Roundup
H1N1 vaccines will be administered in South Florida beginning Monday, with a news conference scheduled today to fill in details. [CBS4]You know it's a slow news morning when NBCMiami's main story is about a manatee that traveled all the way to Manhattan. [NBCMiami]Let's see what the Herald's working ... More >>
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October 5, 2009
Jacory Harris Puts Canes on Steady TV Diet of SpongeBob
Seems the Miami Hurricanes are well aware of everyone saying, "Well, let's see how long this lasts before it goes to their heads and they screw up" -- even though players and coaches alike are telling the media they still feel like underdogs.QB Jacory Harris has taken steps to ensure his team doe ... More >>
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September 11, 2009
News Roundup
Fight at Miami City Hall. During a budget meeting, Mayor Manny Diaz said Commissioner Tomas Regalado had taken a cheap shot at him. Regalado said the mayor has been living like "the mayor of Beverly Hills." Diaz then reminded the commissioner that his office once spent $25,000 for coffee. Anyway, th ... More >>
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May 19, 2009
ESPN: Robert Marve Picks Purdue
via Brian216's flickr that after his particularly nasty breakup with the Miami Hurricanes, our former QB Robert Marve is expected to find comfort in the open arms of Purdue. There was talk last week that Marve was strongly considering walking on with Tennessee, but because UM wouldn't rele ... More >>
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April 27, 2009
News Roundup
LocalYet another publication takes a crack at understanding the reaction to President Obama's changes in Cuba policy amongst Cuban Americans in Miami. This time it's the Washington Post, and they find, quite poetically, that the hard lines have softened. I think honestly though, the pieces on the ma ... More >>
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March 26, 2009
UM Tennis Players Invite Fans to Watch Rival Coach "Take It in the Ass"
via facebookSorry, guys, the Williams sisters are more gangsta than you. Hell, Jelena Jankovic is more gangsta. After Randy Shannon came aboard and decided to portray the football team as a monastery, it's been up to other University of Miami athletes to pick up the slack and keep the spirit of Thug ... More >>
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February 5, 2009
Coker Eyeing Coaching Comeback
Larry Coker got fired from his gig as University of Miami's football coach after a six-loss season, and left the school with a respectable winning percentage of .800 and a national championship. Shortly thereafter, he lost out on a coaching job at Rice and has held some analyst gig at ESPNU ever sin ... More >>
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February 4, 2009
Signing Day: Randy Shannon Finds His Next Batch of Recruits to Suspend
Alas, Highly Recruited Defensive End Blaojevich passed on signing with the Canes.University of Miami used to have this wonderful, magical football program that everyone feared. Then sometime a few years ago everyone got tired of being wonderful and magical and stopped winning games, and they've offi ... More >>
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September 11, 2008
Warren Sapp is Classy
Alas, Highly Recruited Defensive End Blaojevich passed on signing with the Canes.University of Miami used to have this wonderful, magical football program that everyone feared. Then sometime a few years ago everyone got tired of being wonderful and magical and stopped winning games, and they've offi ... More >>
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