Football vs. Occidental (W 51-7)

It's been a few years since we beat the Tigers of Oxy so scheduling them for Homecoming was a sign we were ready to reverse the trend. The Tigers came in tied for first place with a perfect SCIAC record. This wasn't going to be easy. Well, it wasn't supposed to be easy but it turned out to be a romp. Our Bulldogs exploded in the second quarter and scored 28 points to go up 41-7 at half. Special teams were outstanding. Our defense was superb. Our offense controlled the game. This was Bulldog Football at its best. Nearly 2,600 fans filled Ted Runner and unless they were wearing orange, they left with smiles. It was fun as always to meet and greet such great fans.

Homecoming Swim, Quad, and Soccer

Homecoming Weekend began with a brief appearance at Thompson Aquatic Center to catch some of the Bulldog Invite where six teams were competing. Our Bulldogs came in a respectable third, both men and women. After swim the three of us walked over to the Quad to watch a little of the parade. We also got to visit with a couple of other Bulldogs, Jack and Penelope. Jack joined us for the football game. And it was at the Football game were we all got to sport our new Allison inspired and designed tie dyed personalized tee shirts. Way cool. They were perfect. Thanks. After the football game (see my other post) we headed home but not before sneaking a few shots in of the men's soccer match vs. the Kingsmen. We weren't there long, just enough to see Jamie score all three of his first half goals. We'll be sleeping and snoring soundly for quite some time.

Volleyball vs. Leopards (W 3-1)

In the first of two matches this week vs. the Leopards of La Verne, our Bulldogs came out on top 3-1. This was our Spike Out Breast Cancer night (had I known in advance I would have brought Talulah), but Currier Gym wasn't as packed as it could have been because of the rain and thunder outside. I think many students were holed up in their dorm wondering if they even packed an umbrella when they arrived in August; and where was it now? For those of us that were there, it was still loud and it was entertaining as ever. I like the way we played tonight. When we were down we pawed our way back in. La Verne won the second set because they're a good team. Tonight we were better. I thought after four matches this weekend we might come out flat against our SCIAC foe, but we didn't. It was a solid performance with a slightly different cast of characters on the floor than I was used to. Coach is really mixing it up this season and I think the dividends of that strategy are starting to show. Great games. Great defense. Now let's do it again on Friday. Go Dawgs!

Third Annual Bulldog Triathlon and 5k

Our Bulldog XC and Track programs hosted the third annual Bulldog Triathlon and 5k Run, Walk & Roll this morning and several hundred athletes turned out in the drizzle to participate. We were ably supported by the City of Redlands Recreation Department and PossAbilities. This was my first 5k. I opted out of the Triathlon because my bicycle was in the shop and my swimming stroke still needs some work. Anyway, I had to try a 5k after Talulah told me about the one she did last month in support of breast cancer. Entering the event was a bit of a challenge though. It was supposed to be open to participants of any age not species, but the race organizers made an exception and I donned Number 1500. About 48 minutes after I left Ted Runner Stadium I finished the race and placed first in my division; 57th overall. I also marked more shrubbery in one stretch than ever before! Oddly, my handler came in 6 minutes after me even though we were attached by a leash. That was one long leash! I celebrated by rolling around in the grass and hanging out by the pool while the triathlon participants finished their swim. I'm in for next year. If I can do the 5k, why not you?