Did they clone Stallone for this role or something? It's a great story and should make a good movie. Certainly got the right actor.

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Welcome to another edition of On That Note. This is part 2 (of 3) for our annual albums-by-decade series.

Post from your favorite LPs released in 1986 and/or 1996. (Those years only, NOT the entire decade.)

Include up to 3 sound clips. In addition to the tracks, we encourage you to expound on why the album is meaningful, including personal history of your relationship with the record and its music.

Choices should focus on studio albums. Avoid greatest hits/live LPs/compilations. We allow it, but it should be a definitive element of an artist’s body of work that isn’t otherwise available from studio output.

If someone posts an album on your list before you get to it, you are free to reference it, but please use different song clips.

If you’re more singles-oriented, you may substitute favorite singles from either of those years.

OTN is featured weekly on Cyclone Fanatic by @MeanDean, @CycloneRulzzz and cyclones500.

Link to Part 1 here


I'll do one or two from '86 first, then on to '96 and back again.

Lifes Rich Pageant — R.E.M.
July 28, 1986

My favorite R.E.M. album. Keeping my tracks to a minimum, it could be a somewhat common pick.

My favorite opener from an R.E.M. album ("Harborcoat" from "Reckoning" is a close 2nd)
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Good tempo-buster between "What If We Give It Away?" and "Swan Swan H."
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People are crapping their pants?

Has the home page changed? The last 2 days when I go to CF is see this….

Like it says. The Pepsi ad appears behind post text while scrolling. The text is visible over the ad, but is unreadable with the blue, red or black graphic background. Seems to only impact one post following the ad. Using Chrome on an Android device.

I tried using the defect form link in the pinned thread but the link appears broken.

...However, there is one trend in this recruiting class that could cause some concern. Among the 20 players committed, just three come from Pennsylvania. In a 2027 class that is loaded with in-state talent, the Nittany Lions swinging and missing on a majority of the top talent can be worrisome.

Currently, Penn State has more players committed in New Jersey with five than its own state. While no singular team has dominated the state in the 2027 class, it’s allowed some major programs to enter itself into the Pennsylvania ecosystem...

Here on vacation at restaurant. Underwater hockey is on the tv. Didn't know it existed. Might be the dumbest thing I've seen.

Man credit to Levi, Marchie, and Jordan for the great show last night. Definitely worth the watch
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Caught an Indiana state record largemouth tonight.



Show em off if you think you can beat me.

Chris Williams breaks down his top five most interesting games of the 2026 season for the Cyclones. Who does he find the most intriguing? Presented by Fareway Meat & Grocery.

Last Major of the Year. Weather forecast looks pretty decent. As of now 10-15 mph Winds expected on all 4 days.




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They have made some changes to the course since last played there:

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2026 Open Championship TV schedule​

All times ET.

Thursday, July 16 — Round 1

• 1:30-4 a.m. — Peacock/NBCSN
• 4 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. — USA Network
• 8 a.m. — Open All Access on Peacock

Friday, July 17 — Round 2

• 1:30-4 a.m. — Peacock/NBCSN
• 4 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. — USA Network
• 8 a.m. — Open All Access on Peacock

Saturday, July 18 — Round 3

• 5-7 a.m. — USA Network
• 7 a.m. - 3 p.m. — NBC/Peacock

Sunday, July 19 — Round 4

• 4-7 a.m. — USA Network
• 7 a.m. - 2 p.m. — NBC/Peacock

New Randy column is up.

He takes a look at what could still be on Jamie Pollard’s checklist before officially stepping away from Iowa State and why he’s not exactly coasting out the door.

New Monday Musings is up!

With Jamie Pollard set to retire in 2027, Andrew takes a look back at the legacy he leaves behind, from the coaching hires that transformed Iowa State athletics to some of the criticism he faced along the way.

Read the column here:

Monday Musings: Jamie Pollard’s impact on Iowa State may never be matched - Cyclone Fanatic

After 22 years leading the Iowa State athletics department, Jamie Pollard announced he will retire in June 2027. While the news was not out of the blue, as there had been plenty of hints pointing toward Pollard’s retirement in recent years, losing the longest-tenured Power Four athletic director...

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Looking for some recommendations.

I have a 2025 Ram 1500 Limited with the 22inch rims. The ****** Pirelli Scorpions that came on it need changed after 20k miles.

Anyone have any good recommendations? Looking for more of a hybrid A/T R/T tire.

TIA

Sucks, I enjoyed his farm life on social media.

Jamie Pollard’s retirement announcement came as a surprise to many last Friday. On today’s show, Chris Williams and Brent Blum look forward to the next 20 years. What kind of a replacement will David Cook hire? The guys weigh the pros and the cons of all the options today, all courtesy of Mechdyne.

What a sh*tty stoppage by the ref. McKinney dominates 99% of the first round, Green knocks him down in the last 3 seconds and the ref stops it 1 second from the end of the round? So lame.

*Read the damn article before replying

TLDR - I'm not the writer I once was. My point is that Pollard deserves more than just squished between a few faces that contributed greatly, but for a fraction of the 22 years he has. He deserves his own statue or recognition.



No, not AI. Some things just need to be said directly from one human to another. This is difficult to write both because of the topic and because of my illness. But it needs to be said.

Does Pollard Belong On "CyRushmore"? Hell No​

Many fans on these forums have never known Iowa State Athletics without Jamie Pollard at the helm. They don't know what the 80's and 90's were like. Sure, we're good at major sports now, what is so difficult about keeping the lights on? Anybody can shout Iowa State and wine and dine donors. Who wouldn't love to go to major sporting events.

CyRushmore is the place of legends. The place reserved for those that have fundamentally changed the face or trajectory of a major sport at ISU. Could be Troy Davis for making Football something ISU fans of the 90s didn't really know much about until he stepped onto the field. Could be Hoiberg for combined playing and coaching. Could be Cael for his dominance on the mat. Could be Haliburton, Purdy, Niang, Ejim.... Could be TJ in a few years.

No, Jamie Pollard does not exist on CyRushmore. That is an insult to even suggest. No, that is reserved for a select few, a few that will always be debated. No, Jamie has contributed far more than any one player, coach, or coaching era. He made Iowa State a National brand. He showed the world that the best fans aren't always the ones with the most trophies or the biggest budgets. he brought and kept the most respected coaches in the country, all at a place with the lowest donor contributions in the conference (not a hit on donors at all).

Jamie Pollard doesn't deserve to be squished between other legends that contributed massively, but for a short period of time. Jamie has spent 22 years living, breathing, and bleeding Iowa State and Ames. He has taken us from the bottom of the swamp to the crystal clear waters at the surface, able to see the sunlight, much like a few newfound goalposts on campus.

Jamie deserves his own recognition, something that demonstrates the commitment, steadiness, and pride he represents, different from the rest. Seneca had the run. Davis broke barriers. Niang broke Hawk hearts. Pollard grew an oasis amongst the corn fields. He deserves the best because he gave the best, represents the best, and is twice the person most of us will ever be.

You don't have to agree with Jamie on everything, I haven't, but I never, and you should never, question where his best intentions and heart has always been. He is loyal. He is true. He is Iowa State Athletics. There are many things to criticize people for, but sometimes what gets lost is the contribution and intent rather than one's own opinion on any given matter. Nothing is perfect in hindsight, but Jamie always does what is best for Iowa State.

I don't have an answer to what structure represents Jamie's tenure. But be certain, it should stand alone on it's own to get the attention and respect it deserves. Much like the Lincoln Memorial or Washington Monument at the National level, Jamie Pollard at the ISU and college sports level is absolutely unique. Not comparing the roles or the people, but rather stating what should be clear - some men and women deserve something that represents their true identity and contribution and the place and time of their service.

When I think of Jamie's tenure coming to the end, I think of Rocky running the steps. Pride, respect, and true passion. Maybe we build a mountain to represent the long, tough path he's had to forge during rocky times. Stairs to represent the climb we've taken one step at a time. No, those aren’t good enough. Whatever it is, it needs to be special, just as he is to us.

With love, respect, and admiration for the greatest Cyclone of our generation.

Jer

P.S. This isn't a agree/disagree thread about Jamie's tenure. It's about how much he has contributed and what he represents to many of our Cyclone faithful.

Jake Brend and Levi Stevenson react to the news of Iowa State Director of Athletics Jamie Pollard announcing his retirement for June 30, 2027. Brend and Stevenson are then joined by Chris Williams and Rob Gray to discuss Pollard’s legacy and what he’ll be remembered for at Iowa State.

I'm wondering who will be on the list??


Brian Hardin, Drake University ??

https://cyclones.com/news/2026/7/10...-athletics-jamie-pollard-announces-retirement

Search starts in the fall it seems.

In my opinion, he’s been key for a lot of the success at ISU as well as the conference. Big shoes to fill.

Really sick of how much gambling has infiltrated sports.