The Mean Green Mens Basketball team will return to the NCAA tournament after a big win against #1 seed Troy State 66-63 in the Sun Belt Conference Tournament.  Forward George Odufuwa had a big game with 17 rebounds and 11 points.   ESPN Box Score Link

In this episode we talk with North Texas Athletic Director Rick Villarreal. Our discussion covers Basketball, stadium progress, staff changes, and the departure of Dr. Bataille.

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DENTON, TEXAS – Dr. Gretchen M. Bataille announced today that she is stepping down as president of the University of North Texas effective Feb. 28.

“When I accepted the UNT presidency, I made the commitment to serve as a transformational leader. I saw a great opportunity to forge a clear direction for the university’s future and to take it to new heights,” said Bataille.

Link to Official Press Release from UNT

As we inch closer to national signing day, I thought it would be  entertaining to project what the starting lineups will be in the opener against Clemson.  Here the breakdown by class (9 seniors, 10 juniors, 5 sophomores, 1 freshman)

QB  – Riley Dodge (sophomore)
RB  – Lance Dunbar (junior)

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Positional Count:
Offense QB: 1, ATH: 1, RB: 1, WR: 2, TE: 0, OL: 2
Defense DE: 2, DT:0, LB: 4, S: 2, CB: 2
Special Teams K: 1
Total count 18

1). WR William Cole (5-10, 165, 4.5) Cedar Hill – Cole was one of the top recruits in the State of Texas two years ago, signing with Oklahoma State out of high school. A knee injury sidelined him and he transferred to North Texas in the Fall of 2009. He will have two years of eligibility in Denton. There is a lot of excitement in the Mean Green Nation regarding Cole’s potential impact in 2010.

2). WR Tyler Stradford (6-2, 175, 4.4) New Orleans, Louisiana – The first true deep threat receiver with size and speed that Dodge has had since taking over the reigns at UNT. Signed with Oklahoma out of high school and transferred to UNT. Participated in Spring and Fall 2009 practices. Will have two years of eligibility remaining.

3). DE Aaron Bellazin (6-2, 230), Everman – Offers from SMU, New Mexico, San Diego State, Buffalo, ULM, SFA and UTEP. A quick, punishing defender that has a nose for the ball. Right now, Bellazin is UNT’s top defensive recruit on the board. Read the rest of this entry »

In this episode we recap the season and the outlook for the coming season after a vote of confidence for Coach Todd Dodge was announced today.

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UNT Associate Athletic Director Hank Dickenson and play by play announcer George Dunham confirmed about 30 minutes ago that North Texas Football Head Coach Todd Dodge and his entire staff will return for the 2010 season.  An official announcement is expected to be released later this afternoon. Read the rest of this entry »