4 rushing yards per game in wins this year and only 84

Im not sure if they are ready to compete at the top of the Big Ten but if they take a significant step forward, and they could based on their returnees, they should be fun to watch. The Gophers seem to have a bit of inside (Sampson, Iverson), a bit of outside (Westbrook, Williams) and a decent point (Nolen). ButlerChampion: Butler All of this is predicated on Butler actually winning their first game of course (he said, fingers crossed). . Oddly EnoughThe 440 students enrolled in the master's degree course will learn how to write flirtatious text messages and emails, impress people at parties and cope with rejection.Philip von Senftleben, an author and radio presenter who will teach the course, summed up his job as teaching how to "get someone else's heart beating fast while yours stays calm."The course, which starts next Monday, is part of the social skills section of the IT course and is designed to ease entry into the world of work. Students also learn body language, public-speaking, stress management and presentation skills."We want to prepare our students with the social skills needed to succeed both in their private life and their work life," said Hans-Joachim Allgaier, a spokesman for the institute at Potsdam University where the course is being offered.(Writing by Anna Brooke; Editing by Nick Vinocur) Oddly Enough. ZURICH, Jan 9 (Reuters) - Swatch Group (UHR.VX), theworld's largest watchmaker, sees sales picking up in thesecond half of 2009 after dipping in the first half, itschairman said in an interview for the weekend edition ofSwiss paper Finanz und Wirtschaft.

"Swatch Group expects to see a fall in sales in thefirst half of 2009 from 2008, but the second half of 2009 -and the year as a whole - should show growth, even ifmodest," said Nicolas Hayek. Wyoming is now 5-5 for the year and has two games left this season (at home vs TCU, on the road vs CSU) to attain one more victory to become bowl eligible. Here is a review of the game: Three Things I LikedRun, Run, Run:As mentioned in the preview of the game it was important for Wyoming to commit to the running game. Unlike many spread offenses, the system Wyoming runs is well suited to the running game and balance is needed if the offense is to be successful. The Pokes have averaged 186.4 rushing yards per game in wins this year and only 84.8 yards rushing per game in losses. With 200 yards rushing versus the Aztecs Wyoming was able to wear down SDSU in the fourth quarter allowing the Cowboys to win the game. True Freshmen Power:Five true freshmen led the way for the Cowboys in this game. Starting QB Austyn Carta-Samuels (246 passing yards and a TD, 51 rushing yards and a TD), RB Alvester Alexander (74 yards and a TD, TE David Tooley (70 receiving yards and a TD), CB Kenny Browder (recovered a muffed kick return), and last but not least, kicker Ian Watts who booted the game winning 43 yard field goal.

With these young players and other freshman stepping up and making plays the future of Wyoming football looks brighter. Coaching Influence:Teams tend to take on the personality of their coach and this game shows that the Cowboys are dialing into the persona of coach Dave Christensen. The former Mizzou offensive coordinator is a no nonsense guy who preaches effort and hard work on every play of the game, after this comeback win it is clear they have bought into his message. A Cause For Concern Ran on, Ran on, Ran on:The defense allowed 157 rushing yards to an Aztec team who was only averaging 69 yards coming into the game. If Wyoming is to defeat TCU or CSU in the final two games the rush defense must improve especially against TCU who can run over teams at will. If not, the other linebackers need to step up and make plays in order for Wyoming to earn one more important victory. .