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Jeremy Tyler Leaving Early, Again

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by Craig on March 19, 2010

Jeremy Tyler made international headlines when he left San Diego High after his junior season to play abroad with Maccabi Haifi in Isreal.  Now, the 18-year-old has quit his team and is coming home with five weeks remaining in the season.

Tyler was scorned roundly for leaving high school, mostly by people who never had to walk a mile in his shoes.  At the time of his departure, I defended his right to seek a professional career instead of marking time in U.S. History class.

Things did not work out well from the start for Tyler in Isreal, as he languished on the bench with Maccabi Haifa.  A profile in the New York Times painted Tyler as immature, unprepared, and unwilling to work at the level demanded of a professional.  Now he’s back, hoping to work out for a few months before signing with another international team in August.

Sonny Vaccaro helped advise Tyler and his family during his initial signing with Maccabi Haifi.  The hoops guru joined 619 Sports this morning to talk about Tyler’s disappointing departure, but also to defend the concept of skipping the NCAA-bound pipeline in favor of a European approach.

Our provocative discussion is the latest podcast from 619 Sports, you can listen to it after the jump: Continue Reading →

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One of the all-time great Aztecs basketball stars, Michael Cage moved on to a 15-year NBA career and now is a TV analyst for the Clippers and the Mountain West.  He’s watched the Aztecs courtside a number of times this year, and likes their chances to upset Tennessee in today’s first-round NCAA tournament game.

Michael joined 619 Sports this morning and was FIRED UP for the big game.  The rebounding star shared his thoughts on what makes Kawhi Leonard so tough on the glass, why he thought the Aztecs were screwed by the selection committee, and what he’s looking for against the Volunteers.  By the end of the interview I was ready to suit up for the game, Ben Kneller style!  Our conversation is after the jump: Continue Reading →

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Aztecs vs. Tennessee: What To Watch For

March 18, 2010
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Can SDSU spring the upset and earn their first-ever NCAA tournament victory? How do the Aztecs match up with the Volunteers? And who are the key players on the spot to deliver a win? Craig and Chris are ready for the Aztecs’ big game with this preview podcast:

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Another Chargers Loss: Jim Steeg Leaving

March 16, 2010
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The Chargers’ vice-president/COO may not be the most familiar name to San Diego fans, but his behind-the-scenes impact has been unmistakable for the past five years. In their latest podcast, Craig and Chris discuss the latest blow to the Bolts in the offseason:

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For San Diego, A Sports Day To Cherish

March 15, 2010
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Saturday, March 13th, 2010. The greatest day in SDSU sports history? What about San Diego sports history? Craig and Chris were there to cover it all for you on 619 Sports…here, they discuss the meaning behind such a great day in our town’s history:

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MWC Preview: Aztecs Bubble Trouble

March 9, 2010
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The Mountain West Conference tournament is getting started in Las Vegas, and for the San Diego State basketball programs, the only sure path to the Big Dance is to cut down the nets. Craig and Chris break down the Aztecs’ at-large hopes:

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A Drama-Free Padres Spring? Maybe Not…

March 8, 2010
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There doesn’t seem to be a lot of storylines for Padres spring training, but the real drama could be lurking just below the surface. Chris and Craig talk Padres baseball in their latest 619 Sports podcast:

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Too Many Bolts Bolting For Other Teams?

March 7, 2010
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Jamal Williams is out (for now, at least), and Kassim Osgood has moved on officially. Meanwhile, does Darren Sproles’ 1st-and-3rd tender mean the Chargers will keep the running back, or trade him come draft day? Chris and Chris discuss the uncapped year, and if the Chargers will be able to withstand the losses of so many talented players:

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Padres Top 20 Prospects: 2010

March 4, 2010
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MadFriars.com has released their yearly list of the Top 20 Padres prospects. Read the list, and hear a companion podcast with MadFriars’ John Conniff:

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LT Says Goodbye, Vows To Play On

February 24, 2010

LaDainian Tomlinson said farewell to the San Diego Chargers and their fans in a press conference Wednesday afternoon at Maderas Golf Club in Poway. Craig and Chris were there and react in this new podcast:

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