Clemson Stuns Miami With Overtime Touchdown

By Ross Everett

The Clemson Tigers used a touchdown pass on their first possession of overtime to upset the Miami Hurricanes 40-37 on Saturday night to cap a back and forth game. Miami kicked a field goal on their first possession of overtime to take the lead, but Clemson responded with a seldom used play on third and 11 to get the victory as quarterback Kyle Parker completed a 27 yard touchdown pass to Jacoby Ford. Clemson improved to 4-3 with the win while Miami slipped to 5-2.

College football betting devotees who backed Clemson as +4 road underdogs eventually cashed their tickets, but they definitely earned their money in a game that saw twelve lead changes and two ties. Clemson improved to 5-2 against the spread with the cover, while Miami dropped to 4-3 against the money. The 77 combined points sailed OVER the posted total of 43. It was only Miami's second OVER of the season against four UNDER verdicts while Clemson has gone OVER in three of their seven games.

After the game, Jacoby Ford explained his logic for suggesting the surprise play in the huddle:

"We knew this game was going to come down to who made more plays. And we did."

Miami has a history of winning when their offense is clicking-this loss was only the second in 115 games when the Hurricanes score 37 or more points dating back to'85.

Clemson coach Dabo Swinney was just glad this one is over:

"I have a birthday next month and I think I'm going to turn 50 instead of 40. We had to put on Superman capes. We made plenty of mistakes that could have lost us the game, but they played with poise and confidence. We just kept battling."

CJ Spiller was also a big factor for the Tigers as he set a school record with 310 all purpose yards including a 90 yard kickoff return for a touchdown. He also added 81 yards rushing and 104 yards receiving with a 56 yard touchdown catch.

Clemson QB Parker suggested that last week's win over Wake Forrest was a turning point for his team:

"I think last week we realized that we could be really good and this week we acted on it. I thought we really got some explosive plays and we played well."

Miami's quarterback Jason Harris sounded a markedly different tone in his postgame comments:

"This has to be my toughest loss here. We fought so hard throughout the game as a team and didn't come out with the victory. We let Clemson outwork us, we turned the ball over too much -- little things that made us get to this point."

Clemson will host FCS foe Coastal Carolina next Saturday before resuming ACC play the following week at home against Florida State. Miami plays two of their next three on the road, starting next weekend at Wake Forest. They'll face the University of Virginia at home the next week before traveling to Chapel Hill for a game against North Carolina on November--.

About the Author:

Ross Everett is a widely published widely published freelance sports writer and noted authority on football betting. His writing has appeared on a variety of sports sites including sports news and sportsbook directory sites. He lives in Southern Nevada with three Jack Russell Terriers and a kangaroo. He is currently working on an autobiography of former interior secretary James Watt.

Weddings - Planning One To Remember

By Mark Walters

Planning a wedding can be an incredibly stressful time in your life. It is definitely not an easy task; however, there are things that you can do to keep your stress levels down. For starters, take the following ideas into account:

Venue And Time - The first item on your wedding planning list should be choosing the venue and setting the time. Weddings can take place anywhere, indoors or out of doors, within the city or out in the countryside. If you have decided on an indoor wedding, the next thing you need to decide is if you would like to have a church wedding, or if a hotel function room is more your style. On the other hand, if the outdoors is your picture perfect wedding spot, you will have to choose your desired environment - do you prefer the beach, or perhaps a garden? After you have decided the venue, you will have to think about what time you want your wedding to take place, morning, afternoon, or evening. As you make these decisions, you will need to keep your guests in mind, are the majority going to find your time a problem, or will they be able to make it to the venue?

Venue Decorations - No wedding is complete without the use of decor. Regardless of what venue you have chosen, you still have to dress it appropriately for the wedding. Without a doubt, flower arrangements are the first thing to look at. There are any number of flowers to choose from, you could have several kinds if you like, such as, daisies, roses, calla lilies and tulips. However, you should keep in mind that you will want flowers that will stay looking fresh and alive throughout the entirety of the wedding. If you just want to keep it simple, let's not forget that a wedding arch is not only significant to the ceremony itself, but also looks great in your wedding photos later. If you have chosen an indoor ceremony, such as a church, there may not be much that you can do to improve the look of the pews or chairs, however, decorating them with ribbons, tulle, and bows is sure to enhance their look.

Guests And Invitations - You will want to share your joy on your special day with all your family and friends, and you will want all your guests to have a lovely time. If you plan on feeding your guests, be sure that the menu is well-planned. Double count your guest list to ensure that you have provided enough food for everyone who is attending. If you like, you can ask your guests while the menu is still in the planning stage if they have any special dietary restrictions that would keep them from enjoying themselves. Plan your invitations so that they are in keeping with your decorations of the theme of your wedding.

These are a few of the basic elements of a good wedding. Remember, do not rush and be sure to make your decisions carefully. This is your special day, so enjoy all of the facets, including the planning, and everything else will fall into place.

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2008 SEC Championship: Gators Top Tide

By Ross Everett

The Florida Gators would go on to win the NCAA Football Championship, but it was a 31-20 victory over #1 ranked Alabama in the SEC championship game that got them there. The Gators scored-- 4th quarter points to secure victory in a contest that was an epic struggle for three quarters with five lead changes and two ties.

The Gators struck first, taking a 7-0 lead on a three yard Tim Tebow TD pass to Carl Moore. The Crimson Tide quickly counterpunched, tying the score on an eighteen yard run by Glen Coffee and taking their first lead of the game at 10-7 several minutes later on a 30 yard FG by Leigh Tiffin. Florida responded in the second quarter, tying the game on a Jonathan Phillips' yard FG and taking a 17-10 lead into the halftime break on another Tebow TD pass, this one to David Nelson from five yards out. Alabama regained the momentum in the third quarter, tying the score on a 2 yard Mark Ingram touchdown run and then regaining the lead at 20-17 in the final seconds of the period on another Tiffin field goal. Florida put them down for the count in the fourth, however, on a 1 yard Jeffrey Demps TD run followed by Tebows third touchdown strike of the day.

As was the case so often during 2008, Tim Tebow was the big star for the Gators. The junior QB had 216 yards passing with 3 TDs and no interceptions plus fifty seven yards on the ground. Florida head coach Urban Meyer praised Tebow effusively in his post game comments:

"I've had some great players, and I've got some great players on this team. But I've never had one like this. Tim's got something special inside him. I'm not talking about throwing. I'm not talking about running. I'm talking about making everyone around him better. That fourth quarter was vintage Tim Tebow.

Alabama coach Nick Saban agreed:

"He's a great competitor. He takes his teammates on his shoulders a lot. They have a lot of confidence he's going to make plays, and they play that way. They scored two touchdowns where we had them covered about as well as we could cover them."

According to cornerback Joe Haden the football world underestimated the Gators' toughness:

"Our team is a tough team. The only reason they look past our toughness is our speed. They said we were a speed team and they were a tough team. We're just as tough. We can still be pretty and fast and tough at the same time."

While Crimson Tide fans were no doubt disappointed by their late season loss, some perspective is necessary: the team was only two years removed from a 6-7 record in their last year under Mike Shula. In only two years at the helm, Nick Saban has amassed a'-7 record at Alabama with no signs of slowing down.

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Ross Everett is a freelance writer and noted authority on baseball betting. His writing has appeared on a variety of sports sites including sports news and sportsbook directory sites. He lives in Las Vegas with three Jack Russell Terriers and an emu. He is currently working on an autobiography of former interior secretary James Watt.

The Desk For An Artist

By Katie Middleton

It may be many years since the last time you created anything with paint or pencil. Many people spend their creativity as children and never reclaim it when they are older. For some, that desire will grow as they progress in age. Those that were able to draw and paint may want to do so again. Those artists should look into getting an art desk and starting up their passion again.

Many people want to leave something for their family when they move on. They want to leave an important legacy that sums up all that they are into one object. Many people do that by painting pictures. These become a treasure that is admired for years and years throughout the family.

It is really difficult to become famous as a painter or artist. When you are just doing it because you like it then keep on doing it. If you have been wanting to paint to become famous then expect a lot of disappointment and hard work. Many people that chase fame as a painter do not get as far as they thought that they could.

The next trip will be to the art store. Try not to over buy materials. Choose a few brushes or pencils to start with. As your interest progresses then so can your supply of materials. One way to keep costs down in the beginning, if painting is your art, is to mix your own paint. The fabulous colors that are offered can often just be mixed.

For using watercolors or watercolor pencils the price can be much lower than using oil paints. Even acrylics are cheaper than oil paints and produce a wonderful effect. If you are getting back into painting then try acrylic paints. This type of paint is a lot cheaper but it is really a medium with a lot of potential. It tends to dry a lot quicker than oil paint.

Sometimes being creative with the family can really keep the fun alive. Consider teaching the kids how to paint or draw. That way everyone can have the same fun and will learn from one another.

Most people will be rusty when starting over again. Just remember to be patient with yourself and your first attempts. Once you have been doing your art for a month again then it will all seem like second nature again. After a couple of months you should be very much improved. This is when you can start to invest in more art materials for your art projects.

Put some practice into your art at least once a week. If you can put more time in then the faster you will get better. Remember to keep your art desk clean so your mind can be busy thinking about what to create.

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Experience The Calm And Soothing Sound Of Falling Water With Indoor Water Features In Your Interior

By Jessica Cage

We all want to create some remarkable experiences at our home. It really helps us in making a style statement in front of our friends. These days a lot of home decor products are available in the market. Indoor water features are in demand these days. Most of the youngsters take pleasure in the beauty of such fountains. Well, if you install one in your home you will surely love to relax in the serene environment created by this water feature. There is a comprehensive variety of indoor water fountains and features in the market.

You can easily purchase some impeccable products from the market that can suit your backyard or even your drawing room. However, you need to make one thing sure that you really go for good quality products in this regard. When we hear the pleasant sound of water trickling down the fountain it really soothes our mind and body. It just makes us feel good in every sense. One of the best things regarding these features is that they can be easily installed outside your house.

The purchase of right products depends upon several factors. You need to look for new and innovative options that can suit the interiors of your home in the best possible way. It is really a mesmerizing experience for all of us. You would be quite amazed to know that a number of medical doctors suggest their patients to purchase such water features for your home. These items can definitely soothe your senses and provide you great amount of satisfaction. You can choose from wide variety of options in this regard. Table top fountains, indoor wall fountains and hanging fountains are some of the common types in this regard.

Now, we are going to discuss a few guidelines that could help you in choosing the right options in this regard.

1. The first thing that you need to consider properly is that you need to select the right store to shop. Well, you must visit a reputed store that enjoys a certain amount of market reputation. Such stores would offer you a specific amount of guarantee period which is quite essential.
2. You must consider your monthly budget before opting for such a huge establishment. If you have totally made up your mind to bring the fountain home then you got to plan each step well.
3. You also need to appoint a trained professional in order to install these water features. Well, you need to handle such delicate items with care. A small mistake can ruin each and everything.
4. Make sure you assess the exact amount of space available with you. This will really help you in determining the apt size of your water feature. Otherwise you might certainly end up on the losing side.

So, these are a few crucial points to remember regarding indoor water fountain features. You must keep all your options open in this regard. Don't forget to read this topic carefully. It would offer you some useful information regarding customized water features.

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Indoor Water Features will turn any home into a calm atmosphere. The natural sound of water trickling down a water fountain surface is relaxing and calm the mind and body. For more details please visit: Solar Outdoor Fountains.