Blue Devils Fall To Hurricanes   Continue

Olek Czyz found his comfort zone with Duke and Coach K.

Blue Devil Athletes Face Challenges Of Grad School   Continue

DeMarcus Nelson has been selected as Captain of the 2007-2008 Blue Devils.

"DeMarcus has grown into quite a leader," coach Mike Krzyzewski said. "This has been recognized by his teammates and coaches, so instead of having multiple leaders we are looking for DeMarcus to do that on his own this year. We are all really excited for him."

CNNSI: Nelson named Duke Captain

Here are some links to articles about Duke football and Saturday's showdown with Miami:

News & Observer: Lewis set for homecoming

Charlotte Observer: Five reasons to watch ACC football

Miami Herald: Wright draws praise, warning

Miami Herald: Wideouts Shields, Hill on UM's scout team

Herald Sun: Is better good enough for Duke?

Go Duke: Blue Devils Finally Getting The Ball Moving

Here is a good read from Seth Davis on Coach K.  I'm traveling, but will be updating the site as time allows.  Yes, this includes the premium section

As stated in a post on the Premium Message Board earlier, Olek Czyz has picked Duke over Louisville.  Jody Demling has a short write up in his blog at the Louisville Courier-Journal.

Coach Roof and some football players sat down with the media on Tuesday   Continue

Give K-Ville a chance

New line policy deserves praise

Line policy changes seem misguided

Former Duke Basketball player and ESPN analyst Jay Bilas wants a couple of resignations.  You may want to take the time to check this link out, for Jay is always outspoken and never without opinion.

Bilas poses with ex-teammates during the Coach K Academy in July.

Duke is looking for a kicker and held open tryouts in an effort to produce one.  Joe Surgan just isn't getting the job done, despite his press clippings from high school where he was supposedly one of the nation's best.  The frustration hit its limit as he missed a chip shot FG and extra point versus Navy.  The sad truth is that Duke would likely have three more victorys in the past two seasons with a couple of succesful kicks.

Wide Receiver Caught Four Touchdown Passes Against Navy   Continue

 

Duke Prospect, Elliot Williams visited the Virginia campus this weekend.

Elliot Williams visited the UVA campus this past weekend and will make his college choice around late October.

The Duke Men's Basketball staff entertained two big men prospects this weekend.  Both players took unofficial visits while in Durham.  One is from the class of 2009 while the other is class of 2010.  For all the latest recruiting information, join the Blue Devil Nation Premium Newsletter.  The paypal links to join are located in the menu to your left.

Here are links to today's ACC Football action:

Baltimore Sun: Backup kicker lifts Navy over Duke

Tampa Tribune: No. 23 USF dominates N. Carolina 37-10

Atlanta Journal-Constitution: Jackets can't hold on after big comeback

Boston Globe: Boston College beats up on Army 37-17 to remain undefeated

Charlotte Observer: Undefeated Tigers dominate Wolfpack

Baltimore Sun: Wake shocks Maryland in OT

 

Duke (1-2) at Navy (2-1)

DUKE Off vs. NAVY Def NAVY Off vs. DUKE Def 235.7 yards 429.3 yards 1.7 y/rush 5.0 y/rush 6.3 y/att 9.2 y/att 437.7 yards 439.0 yards 6.5 y/rush 4.0 y/rush 6.6 y/att 7.6 y/att   Duke hopes to build upon their first win of the season as they venture to the Naval Academy for a 1:00 kickoff.  The Midshipman have had their way with the Blue Devils ion recent meetings and this game should serve as a barometer as to how far Duke has come. Stopping the vaunted Navy running game is a daunting task.  In order to have a shot at victory, the Blue Devil defense will have to find a way to stay fresh in the fourth quarter. So far this season, Duke still struggles at making halftime adjustments and a failure to do so in this game will ensure a defeat.  Duke should be able to pass against a struggling Navy secondary.  A key will be to keep the ball in the air early and often.  While I look for Duke to try and establish a running game, giving it too much emphasis could be a recipe for defeat. Look for Duke to rotate a lot of players on defense and stack the front.  Needless to say, the linebackers will be tested in a big way.  Navy will likely try to ram the ball down our throat on ball controlled drives.  It all seems to point to a high scoring affair, but college football is unpredictable and errors will be the key.  Too many turnovers and it could get lopsided. I feel Duke will need to score early and often to win.  While I will certainly be pulling for the Dukie's, I must pick Navy for the following reasons.  1- they are at home 2- they have been to several bowls and know this game is one of the key factors in returning 3- the option wears teams down late in the game and if trailing, well, you're in trouble. Navy 35 Duke 27

Here are some more links on Saturday's contest at Navy:

 

Baltimore Sun: With defense in need of shoring up, Mids going back to basics

Capital Online: Navy works on simplifying defensive plan

News & Observer: Duke diversifies its air attack

Herald Sun: Devils getting their kicks

Go Duke: Duke Football Game Notes

Go Duke: Sophomore, Vincent Rey Had 11 Tackles, 4 PBU's In Win At Northwestern   Continue

 

Well, UNC is looking into recruiting violations and the most popular fan site, Inside Carolina, of Scout.com is in the center of the storm.

Here is a Duke versus Navy preview which makes the Middies a two TD pick to win.

In this link, Greg Beaton of SI.com talks of the student celebration after Duke whipped Northwestern.

ESPN Insider just put a link up where Duke hopes to build on their victory.

Blue Devils will take on San Francisco on Friday at 7:30 p.m.   Continue

John Roth takes a look at the Duke Volleyball team which is poised to chase down another ACC title.

Former Duke All-America Honored By The ACC   Continue

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Everybody wants to know what's up with Elliot Williams?  The Blue Devil Nation Premium Newsletter members have known since early this afternoon.

Duke's faith rewarded with win Duke sheds losing streak, goal post Duke puts streak-buster on shelf, focuses on Navy Duke stays on task after ending skid

Coach and players sat down with the media on Tuesday   Continue

Mike DeCorcey has some thoughts up on Duke prospect, Greg Monroe.  In short, he claims he fell in the rankings by not taking his game inside more.  Time will tell, but I can assure you that Coach K covets the big kid.

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Greg Monroe during this years Peach Jam Invitational

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If you've been to Cameron you may have noticed that the speaker system left a lot to be desired.  In fact, the system had been in place since the seventies and the distortion was terrible.  That has now changed.  Duke installed state of the art speakers all around Cameron.  My understating is that there are between 54 and 60 in all.  There is no seat that will not benefit from this needed upgrade.  In fact, I'd say they could really crank it up it they want to.  Anyhow, here is your first look at them.  You will notice two different types, one which may be sub woofers. 

Check them out

 

 

The taste of VICTORY!

Northwestern has four shots, but comes up empty.

(AP) Duke snaps losing streak

Northwestern Blues

Duke student hurt during celebration

Quotes from Coach Roof and Thad Lewis

Duke-Northwestern Game Notes

 Photo - Mike Muszynsky

 The streak is 1-0!

Box Score  Duke played a wonderful offensive first half only to crawl in a shell in the second half.  But when the game was on the line, the defense rose to the occasion and Duke ended the nation's longest losing streak defeating Northwestern 20-14.  It wasn't easy.  Duke rode the first half passing accuracy of Thad Lewis.  Lewis completed almost every pass (14-15) throwing three first half touchdowns.  The defense was on the field almost the entire second half and had to hold yet again in the final 77 seconds, but the Cats would go from their 10 yard line to the Blue Devils ten.  Duke elected to continually keep the ball on the ground even though they were stuffed all night.  It looked as if the Cats who had 500 yards of total offense, would still find a way to win.  Northwestern made a couple of big plays before one could get a chip in their mouth.  Before you could reach for your drink, Ted Roof challenged a questionable call, but it was not reversed.  Suddenly, Northwestern had the ball first and ten on the Duke 31 with 58 seconds left.  Northwestern then had another penalty which moved the ball back to the 41.  Well, the Northwestern quarterback then ran the ball to the 6.  Joe Surgan was probably hiding under the bench after missing an extra point, but there were two more plays left.  Roof called a timeout and the defense held.  It all came down to fourth down and goal and this time the ball went incomplete and the Blue Devils mercifully ended their steak with defensive pressure.  You could hear a sigh of relief from Blue Devils nationwide.  "It was a tough game, we made some mistakes but we were able to pull it out," said Vinnie Rey.  He went on,  "We got our first win of the season and we're happy."  It wasn't pretty, but it was effective and Duke is in the win column.  "Nothing is going to come easy for us," said Coach Roof.   It certainly wasn't and Northwestern was quick to turn the scoreboard off after the game.  "We talked to them all week about having to go earn one.  This week we found a way to win," said Coach Roof.  Hopefully, this will be a stepping stone for the rest of the season.

Injuries are always a bummer.  Our JJ Redick broke a bone in his hand but is expected to be ready come training camp.

The Blue Devil's All Time Leading Scorer, JJ Redick will be ready for the coming season despite a temporary setback.

40	Jordan Davidson	G	6-1	180	Jr.	Melbourne, Ark. (Blair Academy [N.J.])
15	Gerald Henderson	G	6-4	210	So.	Merion, Pa. (Episcopal Academy)
51	Steve Johnson	F	6-5	195	So.	Colorado Springs, Colo. (Cheyenne Mountain)
20	Taylor King	F	6-6	230	Fr.	Huntington Beach, Calif. (Santa Ana Mater Dei)
14	David McClure	F	6-6	200	Jr.	Ridgefield, Conn. (Trinity Catholic)
21	DeMarcus Nelson	G	6-4	200	Sr.	Elk Grove, Calif. (Sheldon)
3	Greg Paulus	G	6-1	185	Jr.	Syracuse, N.Y. (Christian Brothers)
5	Martynas Pocius	G/F	6-5	190	Jr.	Vilnius, Lithuania (Holderness [N.H.])
30	Jon Scheyer	G	6-5	180	So.	Northbrook, Ill. (Glenbrook North)
12	Kyle Singler	F	6-8	220	Fr.	Medford, Ore. (South Medford)
2	Nolan Smith	G	6-2	180	Fr.	Upper Marlboro, Md. (Oak Hill Academy [Va.])
42	Lance Thomas	F	6-8	220	So.	Scotch Plains, N.J. (St. Benedict's Prep)
55	Brian Zoubek	C	7-1	260	So.	Haddonfield, N.J. (Haddonfield Memorial)