Being on your own isn't easy
Jeff Shelman, Special to ESPN.comLife as an independent isn't easy. Long travel, brutal games and little to no chance for NCAA Tournament glory. But these teams are looking for the silver lining, writes Jeff Shelman.
Story | Conversation | September 19, 2007Summit League undergoes major changes
Jeff Shelman, Special to ESPN.comGone is Valparaiso, perhaps the most recognizable team in the conference. But the Summit League, with a new name and three new teams, is ready to move on, writes Jeff Shelman.
Story | Conversation | August 23, 2007Lowery, SIU get money to back the program
Jeff Shelman, Special to ESPN.comSouthern Illinois is making the financial commitment -- to both the program and coach Chris Lowery -- to continue to be one of the best mid-majors in the country, writes Jeff Shelman.
Story | Conversation | August 15, 2007Winner could have easier NCAA Tournament path
Jeff Shelman, Special to ESPN.comYes, Wisconsin-Ohio State lost some luster when the Badgers lost Tuesday, but the game still is very important for NCAA Tournament purposes, Jeff Shelman writes.
Story | Conversation | February 23, 2007Five Valley teams are alive; how many will get in?
Jeff Shelman, Special to ESPN.comHalf of the Missouri Valley is still alive for at-larges, but will the ultracompetitiveness of the league cost it in the end?
Story | Conversation | February 13, 2007Badgers, Buckeyes have class even if Big Ten is down
Jeff Shelman, Special to ESPN.comThe Big Ten may be down (again), but that's no reason to discount how good Wisconsin and Ohio State are, Jeff Shelman writes.
Story | Conversation | January 09, 2007Boilermakers are looking at 20-win possibility
Jeff Shelman, Special to ESPN.comPurdue is one of the biggest early-season success stories and could be positioning itself for an NCAA Tournament return, Jeff Shelman writes.
Story | Conversation | December 14, 2006Razorbacks, Red Foxes gain from Old Spice showing
Jeff Shelman, Special to ESPN.comSeveral teams, including Arkansas, walk away from the Old Spice Classic feeling pretty good about themselves, Jeff Shelman writes.
Story | Conversation | November 27, 2006Plenty remains for Illini to threaten again
Jeff Shelman, Special to ESPN.comAfter a spectacular six-year run, is it possible Illinois is being overlooked in the Big Ten, despite a number of questions entering the season?
Story | Conversation | November 03, 2006Mid-Con affiliation is next big step for NDSU
Jeff Shelman, Special to ESPN.comThe biggest story in the world of independents was how North Dakota State managed to keep its head coach.
Story | Conversation | August 31, 2006Rambling men could be dancing come March
Jeff Shelman, Special to ESPN.comBlake Schilb's return to Loyola could mean the Ramblers return to the NCAAs. • Big West • More Sessions
Story | Conversation | July 20, 2006OSU two Ws away from unlikely Big Ten crown
Jeff Shelman, Special to ESPN.comOhio State is closing in on a Big Ten title that most observers thought would come next season, Jeff Shelman writes.
Story | Conversation | March 01, 2006IU, Michigan moving wrong way in at-large pool
Jeff Shelman, Special to ESPN.comThought to be a lock for seven bids, the Big Ten now stands under a cloud of uncertainty thanks to Indiana's and Michigan's struggles, Jeff Shelman writes.
Story | Conversation | February 14, 2006Huskies' ability, depth are Final Four-worthy
Jeff Shelman, Special to ESPN.comConnecticut is simply too talented and too deep not to make it to Indy, Jeff Shelman writes.
Story | Conversation | January 26, 2006Iowa's D is performing at elite levels
Jeff Shelman, Special to ESPN.comIowa committed to playing improved defense and is now leading the nation in efficiency and surprising its competitors in the Big Ten.
Story | Conversation | January 20, 2006EDITOR'S PICKS
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