Hey all, rarely post but wanted thoughts from fellow venters who've booked a guided bass fishing trip in the past. My oldest son and I just returned from a full day of bass fishing on a private plantation in South Georgia (below the nat line). Meals, landscape and accommodations were all first class. We caught a descent amount of bass but nothing over 2 pounds. Guide said rain (flooding), cold front, etc had a major impact and the big bass had moved out of their normal spots because of it. I had hoped my son would at least catch a descent sized bass but such is fishing and that's not my major complaint.

My complaint is the guide spent almost 95% of the time fishing himself instead of interacting with my son and I. Is that common for bass fishing guides? I ask because I've been to White River Arkansas on guided trout fishing trips several times and not once did the guide fish. Really had my hopes up as the plantation was located on a large private tract with several lakes/ponds; although, with the flooding a lot of them were not accessible.

Any thoughts here? My son and I also had a blast and I'd love for him to have an opportunity to catch something descent sized so any reccomendations would be welcome. Large lakes (Lanier, etc) would not be out of the question but I booked this particular trip because it was on private land so that would be the preference. Thank you!

Do their alumni give more to UGA than them. They have some big time alumni such CFA CEO and the Zaxbys founders went there

Coach Miskdeen has been reached out to by Michigan.
From my Michigan counterpart, it seems it will happen.

She can shoot,

The Athletic has a good article up describing the unfolding situation.

The College “Super League” is upon us.
The lauded NCAA war chest is in danger as are all the “arrangements” be they legal, illegal, or actionable.

The Get out of Court Key (aka the death of the cartel) -> “Universities would own a percentage of the league…”

It appears this is the way the College Presidents are choosing to get the shrieking NCAA Golem off their conscience and away from their ‘precious’ money purses.

The Athletic has a good article up describing the unfolding situation.

I have an issue with those who like to dish, but can't take.

On facebook, I posted about the cost of groceries. My exact words were "Something to think about when voting this fall". I didn't mention Biden or Trump.

A family member went on a rant about the one who "has been convicted of rape, locks kids in cages, sells Bibles" etc.

When I responded by asking for her comments about Biden's flaws, she replied, "Bless your heart" then blocked me.

I don't have any patience with those who only want their views to be discussed. Don't start with me, if you don't want to hear from me.

Hey DawgVent Family,

My family is in need of prayers. We found out this week that my MIL has Stage 3 Pancreatic Cancer. She is the most kindhearted, upbeat, and genuine person I've ever met. Being that, she is not letting anyone know until she starts chemo after Christmas as to "not put a damper on anyone's holiday season."

She beat breast cancer 4 years ago, and as she prepares for another fight, I wanted to ask for some help from our Prayer Warriors on this board. I truly believe in the power of prayer, and with Dawg Nation rallying behind her, I know that a miracle will happen for her.

I would love to print this thread out for her to show her that she is not alone in this fight and that she has so many people praying for her health. If you wouldn't mind leaving her a little comment, I know that it would mean the world to her.

God bless and Go Dawgs!!

Edit 9/21:
Just wanted to give all you amazing prayer warriors an update:

It's been a long journey since I made this post. Many ups and downs, lots of prayer. My MIL had surgery this morning and they were able to completely remove the tumor. God is truly great. Thank you all for your prayers, kind words, and positive vibes. We are so grateful!!

Edit 4/3/24:
Dawgvent prayer warriors,

I come to you all with a heavy heart. Today my MIL, Joan Watkins Church of Monroe, GA departed this life. She passed with her loved ones by her side in her home. We found out in December of 2023 that although the tumor was successfully removed from her pancreas, the cancer had spread to her abdomen and she was given months. This was a woman of steadfast and inspirational faith in the face of not one, not two, but 3 cancer diagnoses. She was filled with joy and praise until her very last breath. Towards the very end all she could say was "I love you," which is just so fitting. We know that this is all in God's plan and that her faithfulness to the end has been an inspiration in how to live for Christ even in the bad times.

I ask you to lift her, our family, and all the people she touched in prayer as a light in our life has gone out.

Call the ones you care about and tell them you love them. If you're lucky enough, wrap them up in a hug. You can never tell them enough.

I have a feeling either Harris or Humprey go back in

At least 2 WR

Few O Line

Who do y’all think?

2024 Georgia Baseball Schedule

Dates Opponent Times

Feb. 16-18 UNC Asheville 3 pm/3pm/1 pm

Feb. 20 @ Ga. State TBA

Feb. 23-25 Northern Kentucky 3 pm/2pm/1 pm

Feb. 27 Presbyterian 3 pm

Feb. 28 Michigan State 3 pm

March 1 @ Ga. Tech 6 pm

March 2 Ga. Tech 2 pm

March 3 vs. ~Ga. Tech 3 pm

March 5 vs. ^Ga. Southern 6:35 pm

March 6 Stetson 3 pm

March 8-10 Northern Colorado 5 pm/2 pm/1 pm

March 12 Iowa 5 pm

March 15-17 @ *Kentucky TBA

March 19 Wofford 5 pm

March 22-24 *Alabama 6 pm/2 pm/1 pm

March 26 Mercer 5 pm

March 29-31 @ *Tennessee 6:30 pm/6 pm/1 pm

Apr. 2 Ga. State 5 pm

Apr. 5-7 @ *Miss. State TBA

Apr. 9 Kennesaw State 5 pm

Apr. 11-13 *Missouri 6 pm/6 pm/2 pm

Apr. 19-21 *Ole Miss 6 pm/2 pm/1 pm

Apr. 23 Clemson 5 pm

Apr. 26-28 @ *Texas A&M TBA

Apr. 30 @ Kennesaw State TBA

May 3-5 *Vanderbilt 6 pm/2 pm/1 pm

May 10-12 @ *South Carolina TBA

May 16-18 *Florida 6 pm/6pm/ 2 pm

May 21-26 @ SEC Tournament (Hoover, Ala.)

May 31-June 2 NCAA Regionals (Campus Sites)

June 7-10 NCAA Super Regionals (Campus Sites)

June 14-24 College World Series (Omaha, Neb.)


All game times tentative and subject to change; *SEC series; ~Coolray Field, Lawrenceville, Ga.; ^SRP Park, N. Augusta, S.C.

The team is 2nd to last in the NBA in scoring defense, giving up 124.2 PPG to their opponents.

Since Trae has been out with finger surgery, they’ve won their last two games 109-92 and 124-97.

In the 58 games the Hawks have played this season, 92 & 97 are the 1st and 2nd least points allowed by them all year.

I still think Trae can be a winning player on the right team (Spurs should trade for him), but it’s starting to look like this version of the Hawks is not a good fit for him. He needs to be surrounded by defensive minded guards and athletic bigs

Been about 10 days. Anybody heard anything?

After 101+ years of life, we lost our grandfather. He died peacefully with his three kids sitting by his side, which was really cool. He leaves behind 12 grandkids and a LOT of great-grandkids, too. There are a lot of tears for the younger kids as this is their first time dealing with loss. And, although they know they will see him in Heaven again some day, they are struggling with normal emotions.

Please pray for peace and comfort for the little ones and even us older ones as well. I am really going to miss him!


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As an aside, it's really cool to think about what he (and others like him) saw and experienced in his lifetime: the Great Depression, World War II, Civil Rights movements, Vietnam, Korea, the advent of color tv, the internet and mobile phones, etc. It was truly the greatest generation!

Lastly, he flew 35 missions as a bomber in World War II. 27 times he returned to base with holes in his plane. I thank God for his grace and mercy in keeping Granddad alive and protecting the future of our family as we know it today.

Grace and Peace to you all! And thanks for your prayers!

You could read into Kirby’s quote that while the OL looks strong the DL still needs work ….

It sucks to say this, but the work of these recruiting analysts and reporters is moot now. They're just like any other reactionary source. Look at AD Mitchell...you can win a GD Natty and leave for a better deal. You only know a player is performing for your team if you see them on the field for game 1. It is year by year. Kirby has to recruit the kids already here on top of high school kids. People say college corches are overpaid, and they used to be. But not anymore. Sad, but true.

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Now that you have had time to review it. How do you feel about Zollers??

He is one that I’ve had high hopes for, but I know there’s a number of bodies in the room. Think he was banged up a little bit last fall but hopefully he is well and contributing.

Thanks to @Lumpdawg for reminding me I hadn't updated the board in a while on my mother-in-law (who has Stage IV metastatic breast cancer):

By the grace of God, her cancer markers have gone down for three (3) tests in a row, and her tumors actually SHRUNK on the last scan. It has been a miraculous change for the better, and we give God all the glory.

Thanks, as well, to all of you on the Vent who have been praying, checking in and offering your support. You have no idea how much our family has appreciated it! Grace and Peace to you all.

His Rivals recruiting rankings at Florida from 2018-2021

2018 #12 One 5 star, Two 4 stars
2019 #11 Two 5 stars, One 4 star, Two 3 stars
2020 #41 Two 4 stars, One 3 star
2021 #33 One 5 star, One unranked

So in total Four 5 stars, Three 4 stars, Three 3 stars and one unranked.

That is all after Donovan's players had left or graduated. With his downward slide at Florida, what do people see that gives confidence in his coaching ability?

Interested in any day.

chopper2chipper@gmail.com

By chance, does anyone have access to a Saturday ticket to go the women’s amateur tournament at Augusta national?
I’m going to be in Augusta this weekend and thought it might be an easier way to get access to walk the course.
Feel free to DM if you have one for sale.
Thanks!

Going to see my buddy pitch against the Gaytors tomorrow, and didn’t know if anyone knew of anywhere good to eat down there? TIA