Two-minute drill: Could 1980 Dawgs win it all today? Oct 17, 2009
Dave McMahon has up his latest collection of UGA sports statistics, including an item noting that on Saturday Georgia will try to post win No. 50 all-time against the Commodores. To date, the Dogs all-time most wins against an opponent is 59 over Georgia Tech, followed by 51 over Auburn, 49 over Vanderbilt and Kentucky, 47 over Florida and 46 over South Carolina. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Vandy struggling with penalties, too Oct 13, 2009
Typical of a Johnson squad, the Commodores were one of the nation's least penalized teams with only 56 over 12 games ... The Commodores are 2-4, 0-3 in the Southeastern Conference, and have been flagged 46 times ... But the Commodores had other mistakes. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Societal mores always change, so do sales techniques Oct 8, 2009
Her favorite movie was Grease and her favorite song was Three Times A Lady by the Commodores. Hmmm. (Philadelphia Business Journal, PA)
Niks Commodore Keys Ole Miss Oct 3, 2009
Also, , who saw his first action of the year against Rice, and will have to step up and have a big game on the ground for the Commodores. Against , the Commodores could not move the ball, and thus their defense was on the field for eighteen more minutes than the offense ... But, if the defense gets tired and has to stay on the field early and often, the Commodores will have a tough time closing out the deal. (VandyMania.com)
Georgia nips LSU; Jackets win on the road Oct 3, 2009
The Commodores intercepted Snead four times in beating the Rebels 23-17 in Oxford. So Ole Miss had better be on upset alert. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
It is amazing that Georgia is 3-1 Oct 1, 2009
In fact, the Commodores beat the Rebels last season in Oxford. If Ole Miss gets caught looking ahead to Alabama, the Rebels could be out of the SEC West race by the first Saturday in October. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Jeff Schultz's weekend predictions Sep 25, 2009
Vanderbilt at Rice: The Commodores just lost to Mississippi State, 15-3. So I guess it was either play Rice or knock over a Girl Scout cookie stand this week. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Offensive meltdown: Bulldogs humble VU, 15-3 Sep 20, 2009
Coming as it did to a team projected to finish at the bottom of the SEC West, the loss put a serious gash in the Commodores' hopes for a second straight winning season ... The Commodores' only score, a 20-yard field goal in the second quarter, came after recovered a fumble at the Mississippi State 6-yard line ... " Strong-armed sophomore , making only his fourth start as a Commodore, suffered through his worst outing and never seemed to find a rhythm with his receivers. He finished 12-of-32... (VandyMania.com)
Analysis: VU good, but not (yet) good enough Sep 14, 2009
That was a third-and-seven play from the LSU 23 that effectively took points off the board for the Commodores. "We were going to make the first down," said Johnson, "we were seven points behind and all we had to do was score a touchdown or a field goal to make it tighter. When you make it tighter in the fourth quarter, you have a chance.". (Vanderbilt Sports -- Rivals.com)
LSU-Vanderbilt pre-game notebook Sep 13, 2009
The Commodores scored just 33 points in those games ... The Commodores used seven true freshmen in its season-opener against Western Carolina ... The 45-point margin of victory was the Commodores' greatest in a season-opener in 59 years. (LSU Sports -- Rivals.com)
Niks Commodore Keys LSU Sep 12, 2009
Coming off of an impressive 45-0 throttling of Western Carolina, the Commodores will hit the road to play in one of the toughest stadiums in all of college football: Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana ... For as good as the Commodores opener was, the kicking game was atrocious. (VandyMania.com)
09 Previews: Wake Forest Offense Sep 10, 2009
A 41-yard field goal from All-World kicker (thankfully for Stanford, hes graduated) gave the Deacons the victory over Mississippi, while the November bowl-clinching win over Vanderbilt came on the back of the D, which held the Commodores to 259 yards. Vanderbilt and Mississippi are two resurgent programs in the SEC, much like Stanford, and Wake Forest is the mid-major (smallest enrollment, smallest fan base, most underrated) of the ACC, like TCU, so there you have it. (TheBootleg.com)
VU ground game steamrolls Catamounts, 45-0 Sep 6, 2009
In a game that amounted to a preseason warmup to upcoming Southeastern Conference tilts, the Commodores rolled up 620 yards of offense, including a staggering 433 on the ground ... To the delight of a gold-and-black-attired crowd of 36,350, the Commodores rode a surprisingly robust running game Saturday evening to cruise to a 45-0 victory in their season opener against its outmanned foe, the Catamounts of Cullowhee, N.C. ... With starting tailback sidelined with a bad foot, the Commodores... (VandyMania.com)
Perry ends Brashear's 20-game City League streak Sep 5, 2009
It was all the Commodores needed. In a game that featured the City League's top two ranked teams and was scoreless through the first three quarters, No. 1 Perry earned a 7-0, season-opening victory against No. 2 Brashear at Cupples Stadium. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Offensive skill positions must produce Sep 4, 2009
Smith, a 6A Mr. Alabama football recipient, led Prattville to a state championship in 2006 and will now handle the task of leading the Commodores new no huddle offense ... Most notable last year was his performance coming off the bench in the national spotlight against by throwing for 153 yards and two touchdowns to lead the Commodores to victory. (VandyMania.com)
Saban has been a bargain for Alabama Sep 2, 2009
When you eyed Vandy s quarterback competition, two things came to mind: Larry Smith was praised last year as the future answer for the Commodores and Mackenzi Adams has always performed better off the bench. So it s no surprise that Smith has been named Vandy s starter. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
USC hopes to keep November streak alive Sep 2, 2009
Now, the Commodores aim for consecutive bowl appearances for the first time ever. Can they do it. (Notre Dame Sports -- Rivals.com)
The Wise Man's 2009 Vanderbilt Forecast Sep 1, 2009
Last year Brent fearlessly predicted the Commodores would open the season with six wins, and that Vandy would wind up with a Music City Bowl invitation-- predictions that turned out to be stunningly on the money ... The Commodores were coming off a disappointing 4-8 year, and there were few reasons for optimism ... -- when the Commodores started 5-0 and rose to No. 13 in the nation. (VandyMania.com)
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Seen as a big addition to the roster when he signed with the program in 2007, Smith redshirted during his true freshman year and did not play until the Commodores two final games of the 2008 season. With injuries to both starter Chris Nickson and Mackenzi Adams, Smith was inserted into the lineup at Wake Forest and performed admirably during his first collegiate snaps, completing 9-of-17 passes for 46 yards and a touchdown against one of the ACC's top defenses. (Vanderbilt Sports -- Rivals.com)
Michigan's Rodriguez denies wrongdoing Sep 1, 2009
Johnsonsaid redshirt sophomore Larry Smith will lead the Commodores after beating out senior Mackenzi Adams and redshirt junior Jared Funk ... The Commodores open the season Saturday night at home against Western Carolina and will play LSU on Sept. 12 at Tiger Stadium. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Vanderbilt decides on Smith over Adams at QB Sep 1, 2009
Adams is the Commodores' most experienced quarterback and has been a part-time starter the last two seasons, but Smith started in the Music City Bowl win over Boston College and gives Vanderbilt a stronger presence in the passing game ... The Commodores played three different quarterbacks last season, but that was more out of necessity once Chris Nickson injured his shoulder. (ESPN -- College Football News)
SEC Recruirting Needs Aug 29, 2009
So even though Smith has two years of eligibly left after this season and the Commodores signed (Park Ridge, Ill. Maine South) in 2008, finding a quarterback capable of competing for early playing time should be the school's top priority. (ESPN -- Recruiting)
Lewis learns key life lesson Aug 29, 2009
The Commodores won four SEC games, their most since 1982, and they won their first bowl game since 1955 ... OFFENSE: Everyone wants to know who will start at quarterback for the Commodores, but Johnson isn't making any early decisions. (Fresno Bee)
Army Season Preview: Part II Aug 28, 2009
The Commodores went from 1982 until 2008 without a winning season or bowl ... The Commodores return 46 lettermen including 8 offensive starters and 9 defensive starters. (ArmySports.com)
Vanderbilt 2009: Defending A Reputation Aug 26, 2009
The successful campaign by the Boys, completed in a stirring 16-14 win over on the happiest New Years Eve in VU football history, allowed the final ledger to indicate that the Commodores won seven games while losing only six ... The Commodores have slipped out of their shackles, and can now write a new and extended chapter in a gridiron saga that has seen enough heartbreak, and is poised to acquire a decidedly different trajectory ... And so the reality becomes clear: In a season when... (VandyMania.com)
A piece of Michael Aug 25, 2009
It is being offered for auction by Walter Clyde Orange, who has personally endorsed and confirmed the gloves authenticity with an accompanying letter: I, Walter Clyde Orange, a founding member of The Commodores, knew Michael Jackson and his family from the first time The Commodores toured with the Jackson 5 as their opening act in the summer of 1971. We played 40 US concerts with them, travelling coast to coast with the Jackson family and on subsequent tours. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
* PLANET POP Aug 17, 2009
The owner, Walter Clyde Orange, was a member of the Commodores group when Jackson gave him the glove at the Motown tribute. The glove headlines an auction featuring other Jackson memorabilia and items once belonging to Madonna, Bob Dylan, Elvis Presley, The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, and other music big names. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
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also provide some impressive runs, finishing off a 80-yard drive by the Commodores projected first team offense with a 18-yard touchdown run ... Fourth-year junior , who impressed many during the Commodores regular season final against Wake Forest in 2008, also showed some solid ability and scored a 14-yard touchdown of his own ... Overall, the Commodores had well over 200 yards on the ground during the tenth practice session of the camp period. (Vanderbilt Sports -- Rivals.com)
Michael Jacksons glittery glove up for auction Aug 14, 2009
Walter "Clyde" Orange, a founding member of the Commodores, has been holding onto the glove since Jackson gave it to him in 1983. Orange said he got to know Jackson when the Commodores toured with the Jackson 5 in the 1970s. (MSNBC -- News)
Michael Jackson's Iconic White Glove To Be Auctioned Aug 14, 2009
Glove worn at legendary "Motown 25" special will be sold at New York's Hard Rock Caf. " When they met up again in March 1983, during the Motown special taping, Jackson sang with his brothers and took the stage alone to unveil the moonwalk while performing "Billie Jean. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Five Catamount Football Games Slated for Television Broadcast; All Start Times Announced Aug 7, 2009
Under the direction of former Furman head coach, Bobby Johnson, the Commodores are coming off a 7-6 season in which they opened with five-straight wins, moved into the national Top 25 and won the Music City Bowl over Boston College. The game is scheduled for a 6:30 pm CT kickoff, 7:30 pm on the East Coast. (Catamountsports.com)
Vanderbilt preview Aug 6, 2009
The Commodores defeated Kentucky late in the season to record that all-important sixth victory. Then, Vanderbilt edged Boston College in the Music City Bowl to finish with its first winning record in 26 years. (LSU Sports -- Rivals.com)
Pride preps for halftime shows Aug 1, 2009
The opener will be House of the Rising Sun, followed by Anyway You Want It with the majorettes featured, then the Commodores Brick House featuring the color guard and the percussion section featured in Cotton Eye Joe. The closing piece will be the gospel hymn, It is Well. (Wetumpka Herald, AL)
Opening doors for the Dores Jul 28, 2009
Asked if last winter's 16-14 defeat of in the Music City Bowl had allowed the Commodores to broaden their recruiting base, Johnson flashed a smug grin and replied. "We're pretty much nationwide anyway; I don't know if we can broaden it that much.". (InsideTennessee.com)
'Dore encore Jul 26, 2009
Coming off a 7-6 season that included a 16-14 defeat of Boston College in the Music City Bowl, Vanderbilt coach Bobby Johnson no longer has to answer the question "When will the Commodores earn a bowl bid?". The new question is even tougher, though: Coming off their best season in a quarter-century, what will the Commodores do for an encore ... Even with first-round NFL Draft pick at quarterback in 2005, the Commodores stumbled home 5-6. (InsideTennessee.com)
Thousands throng Palin Anchorage picnic Jul 26, 2009
An Air Force band belted out "She's a Brick House" by the Commodores, while teenagers played hacky sack, a tae kwon do group gave demonstrations, people admired vintage cars, and a group of gun-rights activists surveyed the Park Strip scene with sidearms on their hips. An entrepreneur strolled through the crowd with a pro-Palin T-shirt dangling from a fishing pole, hawking pictures of the governor to autograph seekers. (Anchorage Daily News)
Media picks VU fifth in East Jul 25, 2009
The Commodores were picked to finish fifth in the SEC Eastern Division by writers and broadcasters attending 2009 Media Day activities in Birmingham this week ... Selected to finish last in the SEC East, the Commodores finished in a tie for third with a 4-4 league mark ... The Commodores open the 2009 season hosting Western Carolina on September 5 in Vanderbilt Stadium. (VandyMania.com)
SEC Media Days: Vandy gaining respect Jul 24, 2009
The Commodores took part in postseason football for the first time since 1982 last season, driving a couple of miles from campus to LP Field for the Music City Bowl. To continue reading this article you must be a member. (Kentucky Sports -- Rivals.com)
Petrino: Arkansas will be better in Year 2 Jul 23, 2009
The Commodores must play 12 straight weeks without a break, and coach Bobby Johnson said that coaches have to take that into consideration in not overworking players during preseason workouts. I m really not happy about it, but I don t think there was anything anybody could do to avoid it, he said. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Day 1 of SEC Media Days Jul 23, 2009
The Commodores must play 12 straight weeks without a break, and coach Bobby Johnson said that coaches have to take that into consideration in not overworking players during preseason workouts. Johnson said that might be the biggest challenge facing his team, not trying to make a second straight bowl game for the first time in Vandy history. (WSJA.com, AL)
Notebook: Slive tired of lax attitudes on secondary violations Jul 23, 2009
The Commodores beat Boston College in the Music City Bowl last season, winning its first bowl game since 1955. "We were not seeking respect," Johnson said. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Important Summer for Commodores Jul 23, 2009
More wins and higher expectations for Vanderbilt means that more opponents will give the Commodores their best shot ... With a 16-14 victory over in the Music City Bowl on New Years Eve, the Commodores broke their 26-year streak without a bowl and 53-year run without a bowl victory ... Starting with on Sept. 12, the Commodores play eight bowl teams from the year before in a span of 64 days. (VandyMania.com)
Petrino: Better Hogs Jul 23, 2009
" VANDY'S CHALLENGE The Vanderbilt Commodores aren't getting much of a break after recording their first bowl win in five decades. The Commodores must play 12 straight weeks without a break, and coach Bobby Johnson said that coaches have to take that into consideration in not overworking players during preseason workouts. "I'm really not happy about it, but I don't think there was anything anybody could do to avoid it," he said. "We tried to fix it up a little last year when we found out it... (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NCAA Football)
Coast-to-coast notes » Jul 16, 2009
That on-field momentum, combined with a coaching staff that has been in place for eight years, has the Commodores on track for one of their most highly regarded recruiting classes in years ... The Commodores beat out Georgia for defensive lineman (Marietta, Ga ... Since there has been coverage of recruiting, the Commodores have never been successful winning this many of these types of battles. (ESPN -- Recruiting)
New albums join expanding 'Idol' collection Jul 13, 2009
The collection includes covers of Nickelback's Gotta Be Somebody and The Commodores' Sail On. Adam Lambert | UntitledFallLambert could have two albums out in 2009: some pre-Idol recordings, to be released this summer, followed by his official album in fall. (USA Today -- Life)
Michael Jackson Memorial Features Stirring Tributes From Usher, Mariah Carey, More Jul 8, 2009
Other people, all you people who came here to pay respect to someone you felt was one of you, a human being first," she said, her voice cracking. Latifah then read a new verse called from the great American poet Maya Angelou, whose words have stirred hearts at presidential inaugurations. "Without notice, our dear love can escape our doting embrace, sing our songs among the stars and walk our dances across the face of the moon," the poem said. The event opened with Motown legend Smokey Robinson... (VHI.com -- Music News)
Roundup: Celebs Bid Farewell to MJ Jul 8, 2009
Update 1:54 p.m. ET: Lionel Richie sang "Jesus is Love," a song performed by Richie's former group, The Commodores. Update 2:05 p.m. ET: Iconic Motown producer Berry Gordy, who guided the Jackson 5 to stardom, said that Jackson was "like a son" to him. (CBS News)
An early look at UT's 2009 season Jul 7, 2009
However, the season still ended on a high note with Head Coach nabbing SEC Coach of the Year honors and the Commodores claiming their first bowl win since Dwight D. Eisenhower was residing at 1600 Pennsylvania Ave. ... Both saw action last year: Adams started three games last season and led the Commodores to an upset victory against Auburnwhere they came back from a 13-point deficit. (InsideTennessee.com)
Beyonce, Ne-Yo Honor Michael Jackson At Essence Festival Jul 7, 2009
" Tour to the New Orleans Superdome. After tearing through hits including "Single Ladies," "Ego" and "Crazy in Love," B then went into her own MJ tribute. After a video of a 5-year-old Beyonc? doing her best Michael Jackson impression, B told the hushed audience that at that moment, "That's when I decided who I wanted to be," and that MJ was responsible for the inspiration. Beyonc? then went on to sing "Halo," dedicating new lyrics to Jackson. The festival also included Jackson tributes from... (VHI.com -- Music News)
Lionel Richie Reunites with The Commodores Jul 7, 2009
(AP) Lionel Richie got a little help from his former bandmates to close out the weekend's Essence Music Festival: Members of The Commodores joined him on stage to sing several of their hits, including "Brick House" and "Just to be Close to You.". The crowd remained on their feet through the nearly two-hour set and Richie's encore of "All Night Long.". (CBS News -- Early Show)
How is the talent in the state of Louisiana for 2010? The Cornerbacks Jul 7, 2009
Two of the best corner prospects in the state will play for the Commodores. A great education and an opportunity to play in the SEC awaits the pair. (ESPN -- Recruiting)
Boston French Film Festival features lesser-known stars and directors Jul 5, 2009
Rarely has an unopened rice cooker - or the music of the Commodores - come to mean so much. (July 12, 5:30 p.m.; July 16, 3:30 p.m.) SCOTT HELLER. (Boston Globe)
Predicting the SEC Jul 3, 2009
The Commodores return all five starters from a team that roared down the stretch last year and went through an offseason where they signed one of the nation's best shooters ... The Commodores began 1-5 in the league but finished 7-3. (South Carolina Sports -- Rivals.com)
Worries under center? Jul 1, 2009
But it was Smith who led the Commodores to their Music City Bowl win over Boston College. Showing: lect. (Herald Online, SC -- Sports)
Louisville's Zych Named to 2009 USA Baseball National Team Jun 26, 2009
After winning starts against Ohio State on May 6 and Connecticut on May 24 in the BIG EAST Tournament title game, he pitched six strong innings against Vanderbilt to earn the victory in the Cards' NCAA Regional title game win over the Commodores. Zych closed the season by being named a Louisville Slugger Freshman All-American by the Collegiate Baseball Newspaper. (Uoflsports.com)
Kenny G to smooth the way at Playboy Jazz Fest (1) Jun 17, 2009
"Though he has become a jazz icon, Kenny G grew up listening to soul and rhythm and blues."I listened to a lot of black music in high school," he said. "The Commodores, Earth, Wind (with whom he recorded a track for "The Duets Album"), Tower of Power. I didn't even play very well when I first got to high school. (Malibu Times, CA)
Lionel Richie: Icon Courting Young Fans Jun 16, 2009
" But die-hard Richie fans, dont despair: You'll get a chance to hear a Richie original composition on the new album. Richie says he wanted to include the song, called "Eternity," because it addresses the new era, particularly with Barack Obama as president. And 2009 is a different time from when Richie began singing. He started his career in the 1970s as a college freshman at Tuskegee University, joining a group that came to be known as The Commodores. Richie told Rodriguez the hits he made... (CBS News -- Entertainment)
Cardinals' Self, Wright and Zych Named Louisville Slugger Freshman All-Americans Jun 6, 2009
On Monday night, Wright's three-run homer off Vanderbilt ace Mike Minor gave Louisville the lead for good in its 5-3 win over the Commodores to win the NCAA Regional and advance to this weekend's Fullerton Super Regional. Self is from Cave City, Ky. (Uoflsports.com)
No. 12 Louisville Falls to Vanderbilt in NCAA Regional Jun 5, 2009
With the game tied at 1-1, the Commodores scored four runs on four hits and two costly Louisville errors to gain command for good ... In the bottom of the first, the Cardinals ended the Commodores' scoreless streak in the first inning with one run on two hits to even the score at 1-1 ... Prior to the Cards' run in the first, the Commodores' pitching staff had not allowed a run in 19. (Uoflsports.com)
Wright, Zych Lift No. 12 Cards to NCAA Regional Championship Win Over Vanderbilt Jun 5, 2009
native was named the Louisville Regional's Most Outstanding Player after earning a win in the Cards' first round victory over Indiana and coming back on just two days rest to earn the save against the Commodores ... Following a scoreless first inning, the Commodores (37-27) took an early 1-0 lead in the second as designated hitter Aaron Westlake belted his 10th home run of the season, this one to centerfield off Zych, to mark the fourth time in four games the Cardinals' opponent has scored first... (Uoflsports.com)
Lionel Richie loves performing ... still Jun 4, 2009
The multi- winner and former lead singer of The Commodores said he thinks the album could be his best since 1986's hit, "Dancing on the Ceiling.". "That's a very heavy statement," he said. (CNN -- Showbiz)
Lionel: No rush for pregnant Nicole to wed May 29, 2009
(CNN) -- He burst on the music scene in the 1970s with the Commodores and then went on to a major solo career with hits such as "All Night Long" and "Hello.". Lionel Richie and his daughter, Nicole, gave their first joint TV interview in six years to CNN's Larry King. (CNN -- Showbiz)
The 'edgy-true' Sinbad May 28, 2009
"Man, we had Earth, Wind and Fire, Stevie Wonder, the Commodores, Funkadelic -- anything," Sinbad said. "Every funk band you can think of, we had on there.". (Erie Times-News, PA)
Mr. College Football May 16, 2009
Can the Commodores go to two straight bowls for the first time in school history. Those are just a few things we still dont know about the SEC East as we head into the summer. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
SEC East: Can Georgia find a big-time RB, regain its edge on defense? May 14, 2009
Can the Commodores go to two straight bowls for the first time in school history ... The Commodores return 18 starters from Vanderbilts first bowl team since 1982 ... Moore was a very successful two-way player for the Commodores last season and that role will probably be filled by sophomore Jamie Graham. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
