Read more about the article A look back at Harlon Barnett’s move five years ago based on his desire to be a head coach

A look back at Harlon Barnett’s move five years ago based on his desire to be a head coach

PHOTO (Michigan State): Harlon Barnett addressing the media on Tuesday upon being named Michigan State's acting head coach. Visit my website home page, TomShanahan.Report NOTE: Five years ago, during the ACC football media days, I wrote a story for the Detroit Free Press on Michigan State alumnus Harlon Barnett's lateral move to Florida State upon leaving MSU's staff under Mark Dantonio. The move didn't work out under then-Florida State head coach Willie Taggart, but this is a good…

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Read more about the article Bobby Bowden on the night Florida State gained an iconic identity

Bobby Bowden on the night Florida State gained an iconic identity

The news that College Football Hall of Famer Bobby Bowden died on Sunday at age 91 reminded me of my 2010 interview with him. We discussed how he copied q San Diego State tradition on what became a landmark night for Florida State’s national identity despite suffering a loss at San Diego State. By TOM SHANAHAN Bobby Bowden vividly recalls Nov. 19, 1977 when his 13th-ranked Florida State team played at San Diego State. Bowden returned home with…

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Read more about the article Harris’ return provided North Carolina with a lift despite loss to Florida State

Harris’ return provided North Carolina with a lift despite loss to Florida State

PHOTO (UNC Athletics): Anthony Harris provided the Tar Heels with a spark in his first game in over a year. By TOM SHANAHAN North Carolina showed spurts of promise Saturday at Florida State, prompting ESPN college basketball analyst Jay Bilas to attempt to sooth coach Roy Williams' anxieity. Bilas believes the Tar Heels improving and develop into a strong team despite the 82-75 loss to the Seminoles. And that was before Anthony Harris entered the game in the…

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