Now that the madness known as March is nearly over I thought I had better get back to the blog. Spring has sprung.

Dr. Tim Van Alstine said in the media he has received a good group of applicants for the women's basketball head coach position. Having a good candidate pool to choose from is a nice 'problem' to have.

Spring Football central page is up and running. Fans can check out all the write ups and interviews. Scrimmage set for April 2nd and 9th then the Bruce Craddock Memorial Spring Game on the 23rd.

I'm looking forward to the Butler vs. VCU game. Personally, have to root for Butler to cut down the nets but wouldn't mind seeing VCU win it either.

Obi Emegano (MBB recruit) helped his team win a state 6A title in Oklahoma and he was named conference 'Player of the Year' and to the state all-tournament team.

How about 4 Summit League 'Players of the Week' this week. As I recall, a personal record since I've been at Western (baseball, mtennis, softball, mgolf).

Great crowd for the baseball home opener last Sunday, especially considering the weather.

Congrats to the men's golf team for winning the Beu/Mussatto Invitational. Two cold, windy days to play golf.

Softball has had some crazy scoring games last week, and good crowds at McKee Stadium to witness. Keep it rolling Leathernecks.

Had a great visit last Friday in Quincy with members of the media. That was a long overdue lunch with them. Communicating on Twitter (@WIUSID) great but always enjoy the face-to-face meet and greets. The day before got to lunch with John Bohnenkamp from Burlington. Good times for all.

Lee Calhoun Memorial track and field Invitational will take place April 8-9. Some of Saturday's final events will be televised on WIU-TV3.

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