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Notre Dame Sports: Reports of Conference Switch Shot Down

Thu, 21 Jun 2012 00:51:04 +0000

The Fighting Irish have been in reports over the last few months regarding a non-football conference switch. However, those reports are being denied.

April 3, 2012; Denver, CO, USA; Baylor Bears center Brittney Griner (42) blocks the shot of Notre Dame Fighting Irish guard Kayla McBride (23) during the first half in the finals of the 2012 NCAA women

Notre Dame’s Athletic Director Jack Swarbrick told the Chicago Tribune that Notre Dame is not going anywhere as of right now.

“I have no idea what prompted (the reports) that,” Swarbrick said. “It is not based on any discussion, any meeting we have done…

“I can’t imagine what triggered the account, because I did see it. There was no conversation, no ‘something’ that would cause it to be written.” -Jack Swarbrick

The idea of Notre Dame moving to the Big 12 would is interesting. For one, Notre Dame should stay loyal to the Big East for all that they have done for them. But, times have changed. With no Pittsburgh, Syracuse, or even West Virginia, Notre Dame has no reason to not explore the possibility to play the Big 12. Playing Baylor, Kansas, and Texas in basketball would be great for the program and the fans.

Personally, I believe Notre Dame should stay in the Big East. I don’t see the point in switching conference to play similar competition. Marquette, Georgetown, and Villanova aren’t going anywhere. Why should we?

If things aren’t working out in a few years, my opinion may change however.

Should Notre Dame switch conferences? Let us know in the comments section below!

Happy Fathers Day!

Sun, 17 Jun 2012 20:57:13 +0000

To all the Dad’s out there across the Country, we here at Slap the Sign would like to wish a very Happy Fathers Day! Especially to all the wonderful Notre Dame fans!

As a gift from us to you, here’s a video that will pump you up for the next football season!

Enjoy, and go Irish!

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Notre Dame’s Wide Receiver Deion Walker Transfers To UMass

Thu, 14 Jun 2012 01:47:54 +0000

Former Irish Receiver, Deion Walker has transferred to the University of Massachusetts. The news came out earlier today.

September 24, 2011; Pittsburgh,PA, USA: Notre Dame Fighting Irish head coach Brian Kelly (center) leads the team onto the field against the Pittsburgh Panthers during the first quarter at Heinz Field. The Irish won 15-12. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USPRESSWIRE

Walker will be using his 5th year of eligibility to play for UMass. At Notre Dame his Freshman year, the wide out was Red-Shirted.

The Minutemen will be adding a player who has not see much of the field in his time at South Bend. Walker has made 7 game appearances since 2009, and he didn’t see any time last year. According to ESPN’s game log, Walker has only made 1 catch his entire career.

“We are very excited about having Deion join us for the upcoming season,” said Minutemen head coach Charley Molnar. “Having worked with Deion at Notre Dame, he is a terrific person and will make the most of this opportunity. Along with Hafis Williams and Michael Cox, Deion will also be able to make an immediate impact on the program — both on and off the field.” -Fox News

The UMass football program will be entering the FBS Mid American Conference next season. In the past, the Minutemen have been playing their football in the FCS (Division 1AA).

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