CORRECTIONS, 7/11/2008
Last week's news wire ran an item from Reuters stating that Colombian politician and activist Ingrid Betancourt was freed from captivity by Colombian soldiers. New photographic information suggests that her release was orchestrated by a lone hero, whose photo appears below.

More information as it becomes available. We regret the error.
Monday's Weekend Legal Wrap reported that Kentucky coach Rich Brooks had been spotted last week striding into the U.S. Supreme Court to deliver an impassioned argument against overturning the Washington, D.C. gun ownership ban.
Coach Brooks has since informed us that while he has never visited the nation's capital nor made any public statement regarding his feelings on the Second Amendment, he believes a good squirrel knife ought to be enough for anyone.
We regret the error.
In Thursday's "Cookin' With Coach" segment, we listed the ingredients for Nick Sabans famous "'Nickerdoodles" inaccurately. The revised ingredient list follows:
* 1/2 cup butter, softened
* 1/2 cup shortening
* 1 1/2 cups white sugar
* 2 eggs, preferably crushed by a hand in an iron glove
* 3 tbsp rageberry
* 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
* 2 teaspoons cream of tartar
* 1 cup, tears of underlings
* 1 teaspoon baking soda
* 1/4 teaspoon salt
* 2 teaspoons vanilla extracted from the bones of live, hand-pressed vanilla minks.
* 2 tablespoons white sugar
* 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
* 5 quarts whole mortal innocent human blood
"It's the blood that gives it the chewy edge and spongy middle," said Saban via phone on Tuesday. "The cream of tartar helps, too. But it's mostly about the blood."
We regret the error.
Tuesday's Curious Index contained an inaccurate item. We reported that former Ohio State standout and current ESPN analyst Chris Spielman has gained offseason notoriety as an extremely proficient clarinetist. Mr. Spielman is, in fact, a world-class oboe player. We regret the error.
In Wednesday's "ten best players you've never heard of," we described division 1-AA defensive all-star and Appalachian State Mountaineer Cookieland Seasyde Hollyberry as "The most explosive and underhyped defensive end of his generation, a block-shredding menace with a stance like a waterbug's and speed to match. How he fell to to the Mountaineers, we'll never know. With Cookieland on board, however, Michigan won't be the only big team to wind up on the snack plate for the boys from Boone!"
Cookieland Seasyde Hollyberry is not actually a football player, but is instead a prize pointer who placed second in the 2008 Westminster Dog Show.
We regret the error.
Tuesday's profile of former Oklahoma quarterback Rhett Bomar contained several inaccuracies. Contrary to our reporting, Rhett Bomar does not sell Tennessee ham at a roadside stand on Highway 109. This is the plot of a hit Dixie Chicks single. Bomar is currently enrolled in Sam Houston State University, which, also contrary to our reporting, is an accredited university with an actual football program.
Bomar also has never killed a man he was in an abusive relationship and dumped his body in a lake. This is also from the plot of a hit Dixie Chicks song.
We regret the error.
Monday's feature on contained a photograph that this paper admits was altered by the staff. The photo that should have appeared with the piece on comes from 's official site, and is an unaltered photo of the coach.

The photo that appeared with "Tommy Bowden:Attack Dog for the American Football Establishment", where Tommy Bowden was quoted at a recent boosters' meeting as decrying "the anonymous slander and mindless mean-spirited BS of blogs." This paper then answered his critique in hasty, unthinking fashion. It would not turn out to be a good decision on the part of management, and we acknowledge this.
The picture accompanying the piece follows below, and represents a sad and juvenile moment of poor judgment by our editors.

We apologize for any harm or hurt inflicted by the piece, and sincerely regret the error.
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Cookieland Seasyde Hollyberry – I am offended people name their pets like this.
Mostly, because of the spelling of “Seasyde”.
This dog is doomed to a life of spinning around hydrants for dollar bills.
by GamecockTony on Jul 11, 2008 2:55 PM EDT reply actions
How in the hell did you get a phone interview with Saban?
by dirt10 on Jul 11, 2008 3:01 PM EDT reply actions
@1: Sure, you can cast aspersions now, but when it came time to name the dog, “Steve” was taken, then “Barfie” was too, and they panicked. Happens to the best of us.
by Oops Pow Surprise on Jul 11, 2008 3:01 PM EDT reply actions
Wait – is that the shot of Tommy Bowden giving the “Mission Accomplished” thumbs up after landing on a carrier, but then realizing later he hasn’t won or even been in the ACC championship game since FSU joined the league?
Just making sure.
by Out of Conference on Jul 11, 2008 3:04 PM EDT reply actions
Stupid shit that you never before knew dept:
I knew that a female dog was a “bitch”, but I never knew a male dog was a “dog”.
by hunglikehussain on Jul 11, 2008 3:12 PM EDT reply actions
This weeks corrections are mediocre at best; maybe I was wrong about Hollys non-posted attempt at last weeks corrections. After careful consideration I now believe that Holly does indeed add a witty and charming style to the weekly corrections.
PS. Im not saying this just because Holly broke it off in me over my spelling, grammar or pathetic attempt at creating a humorous blog.
by plactic paddy on Jul 11, 2008 3:25 PM EDT reply actions
Thanks for the Bowden picture. I almost fell out of my seat laughing, which is proof that I enjoy “a sad and juvenile moment” at any time!
by croc on Jul 11, 2008 3:34 PM EDT reply actions
I thought Nickerdoodles required war eagle tail feathers (thus the reason he didn’t fix any last year).
by a-non-a-mus on Jul 11, 2008 3:42 PM EDT reply actions
@ #4
Actually, OOC, that picture of Tommy was taken a few years ago after his 63-17 shellacking of the Cocks in Columbia. After the game the South Carolina Air National Guard took him on a flyover of Billy Brice stadium, where they dropped a small laser-guided bomb that leveled the one circular ramp that was left standing. Upon his return to McIntire Air Base, he did indeed give a thumbs up and “Mission Accomplished” as the assembled airmen cheered him and gave each other gay “Top Gun” high fives.
James Caan and the ESU Wolves were forced to find another stadium to play in the following season.
by Tommy's Co-Pilot on Jul 11, 2008 3:58 PM EDT reply actions
#5
I live with two terrier bitches (the canine variety, just in case you weren’t sure) and one male terrier. The male can attest that the term fits perfectly, especially when the younger bitch is in heat. Canine females are aptly named. That’s probably why the term has such a derogatory meaning for the two-legged variety.
When naming a purebred dog/bitch, you usually use the kennel prefix and any other alliance names that accompany the pedigree. (AKC only allows a certain number of letters for each name so that complicates the process even more.) Then, if any letter spaces are left, you can throw in whatever name you want. Dogs get some very stupid names. Just watch a dog show.
by blon57 on Jul 11, 2008 4:02 PM EDT reply actions
Alright, isn’t this the point as my IBD, that would Investment Banking Division, friends would say that they cut her loose?
It has not been funny for a month.
Feel free to get as uppity with me as you want, but Dear Lord, she is great with the Laff Riots, but keep her away from the EDSBS, where things matter.
I get you don’t care for moi, but I do represent the people who follow the blog, and who gave you a job outside of reality.
Honestly, it was all fun in games until SN came up to bat…
seriously…
I mean, seriously…
by Coop on Jul 11, 2008 4:08 PM EDT reply actions
Coop, thinking thoughts and putting words to them is not your strong point, and you may want to stop trying.
by Oops Pow Surprise on Jul 11, 2008 4:14 PM EDT reply actions
Coop— Are you sure you just aren’t in cheesecake withdrawal? :)
by The Conscience of a Nation on Jul 11, 2008 4:17 PM EDT reply actions
What we wouldn’t give for a BHGP/Coop Krav Maga match.
by Orson Swindle on Jul 11, 2008 4:21 PM EDT reply actions
- - I really hope you are being sarcastic Coop.
I look forward to The Corrections almost as much as I look forward to the Fulmer Cupdates.
by CincySooner on Jul 11, 2008 4:23 PM EDT reply actions
No, Coop doesn’t do sarcasm. He has two settings, Crotchety and Nap. It’s part of his….charm? That the word?
by Holly on Jul 11, 2008 4:25 PM EDT reply actions
Coop – Let’s get real clear on one thing; you represent only yourself – and you do that rather poorly.
I rather read 10,000 poorly written Corrections post (which none have been) than any of the asinine dribble you call a comment.
To quote Gene Hackman’s character in “Crimson Tide” – “Now shut the fuck up!”
by Picture Me Rollin on Jul 11, 2008 4:25 PM EDT reply actions
@11: Thanks for the info. Apparently folks haven’t been paying attention to recent headlines, or they would have come across these fun AKC-registered names: Hood’s Ole Dan, Ole Dan’s Uga, Seiler’s Uga Three, Uga III’s Magillicuddy, Uga IV’s Magillicuddy II, and Uga V’s Whatchagot Loran (better known by their noms de champ (um, noms de gril? de guerre? I’ll stick with champ for its charming entendu doublement), Uga I, Uga II, Uga III, Uga IV, Uga V, and Uga VI).
by NCT on Jul 11, 2008 4:26 PM EDT reply actions
And for someone who’s a constant reader of my own blog according to my hit tracker, Coop’s being awfully cavalier. You and I both know you can’t stay away, you big lug. Kisses!
by Holly on Jul 11, 2008 4:30 PM EDT reply actions
- - I was always of the opinion that BHGP fighting style was more of Dhalsim in Street Fighter, with the stretchy limbs. Also, I have it on good authority that Lighter + Hawkeye Vodka = Fire-breathing.
by Ground0EastLansing on Jul 11, 2008 4:33 PM EDT reply actions
@tCOAN,
No. He’s just a Clemson grad.
Holly – fire up the Orville Redenbacher.
Or Jiffy Pop. Your choice.
by GamecockTony on Jul 11, 2008 4:36 PM EDT reply actions
You may have inaccurately reported on Bomar, but I would argue that the mistake was that this has yet to happen. It will happen, though maybe not with him selling ham. Probably herding and selling the fur of llamas. But, yes, on the roadside. That guy carries the greatest combination of arrogant and stupid that I’ve seen since Buster Rhymes shot off his machine-gun in the middle of a snowball fight at Owen Field. Bomar sat a couple of rows behind me at a Hornets game (when they were in OKC). Was he 21? No. Was he easily recognizable by any and everyone there? Yes. Did he have beer? Absolutely, and it was as if he wanted everyone to see what a badass he was in that he can drink beer. Maybe he can, but not half as well as Phil Loadholt.
by them oklahoma on Jul 11, 2008 4:50 PM EDT reply actions
#24
What I found amazing was his arrogance and disbelief that he could possibly have any culpability in OU’s problem with the NCAA. He only seemed concern with his welfare, not how his actions affected the university or his teammates.
Most people were just agape at his cavalier attitude about the incident.
I bet his parents are proud.
by blon57 on Jul 11, 2008 5:05 PM EDT reply actions
The cover by Me First and the Gimme Gimmes is teh r0xx0rz.
by The Song of Hiawatha Francisco on Jul 11, 2008 5:06 PM EDT reply actions
Coop, what #25 said. This was Orson’s doing this week.
Countdown to Coop Rant [Redacted] in 3…2…
by Geaux Irish on Jul 11, 2008 5:15 PM EDT reply actions
Careful what you say, Coop, that’s the future Mrs. Doug you’re talkin’ about there.
by Doug on Jul 11, 2008 5:25 PM EDT reply actions
@#10…. I think you mean he was greeted by his ANG crew with Iron Eagle high 5’s and Member’s Only jacket witha cool silk screen on back. Top Gun is Cool, its flying on carriers. Tommy Bowden and USAF flying… not cool.
by On Tommy's 6 on Jul 11, 2008 5:33 PM EDT reply actions
Just to clear this up: (It’s in bold so you know it’s important!) For the most part, the Corrections are a collaborative effort, every week, no matter whose byline’s in there. So if you think these suck, kindly refrain from throwing our Fearless Leader under the bus. Half the blame is mine.
And if you think these suck and yet can’t stop yourself from reading my personal blog five times a day….well, you and Coop might have a lot to talk about.
by Holly on Jul 11, 2008 5:41 PM EDT reply actions
Holly, that sounds like a proposal to me. Let me be the first to say……Congratulations.
/wiping tear from eye
Btw, if you are looking for a Wedding coordinator, the ladies that arranged this nuptial extravaganza are available.
by hunglikehussain on Jul 11, 2008 5:47 PM EDT reply actions
What can I say; it was love at first Stuff Orange And White People Like.
by Holly on Jul 11, 2008 5:48 PM EDT reply actions
Holly, I love corrections. No way is there any avidity on my part concerning Coop’s diatribes.
by hunglikehussain on Jul 11, 2008 5:59 PM EDT reply actions
No, I know. Just making sure everyone knows that whether it’s genius or stupid, it’s a shared effort week in and week out.
by Holly on Jul 11, 2008 6:01 PM EDT reply actions
Ned vs the FARC. brilliant.
and this explains all those rumors of foreign assistance with the rescue that have been floating around the last week or so.
by kleph on Jul 11, 2008 6:41 PM EDT reply actions
Holly, I absolutely love the Corrections-I look forward to them every week. You and Orson do a great job together. Carry on!!!
by magnolia on Jul 11, 2008 6:52 PM EDT reply actions
Coop, let’s be clear, you don’t represent anything. You chased me around EDSBS like Don Quixote for months, attacking my blog, my writing ability, and my partners, for reasons that are still unknown. I asked you why, but you never responded. I requested that you take your complaints to BHGP, you know, a blog I actually write for, and you refused. I asked you to take it offline to discuss it, you said you would, but you didn’t. Be crabby. Be curmudgeonly. Be provocative. Whatever. Just stop misrepresenting yourself as someone to be reckoned with. You strike out blindly at people far beyond your pay grade, and in this case, at two writers who happen to be the best in the business. It’s too bad you fail at life so badly that you have nothing to add to the world but bile. You suck at the internets too, brah, and you’re not speaking for anyone, not even the cowards, which you are. Now I know you want to come back with something, but don’t.
Be still.
by jebus on Jul 11, 2008 7:02 PM EDT reply actions
I may be nearly alone in this, but of all the memes that come and go around here—to me? Ned NEVER stops being funny.
by Holly on Jul 11, 2008 7:26 PM EDT reply actions
Another yeomans effort Holly and Orson on the corrections. Coop must be off his meds again.
And Holly – you are so right, Ned NEVER gets old.
by Crabapple Buck on Jul 11, 2008 7:47 PM EDT reply actions
also, coop, i’m wanting to know what drugs i need to take to get myself one of those “jobs outside of reality” you speak of. for research purposes only, of course.
by kleph on Jul 11, 2008 8:24 PM EDT reply actions
What exactly is a “job outside of reality”?
I think I might like one of those. I don’t care all that much for my reality job right now.
by blon57 on Jul 11, 2008 8:59 PM EDT reply actions
#30
I just meant the gay high-low “I got the need, the need for speed!” high fives from Top Gun, I assumed everyone could picture that. I didn’t think anyone but me and the Air Force Academy cadets class of 1985 remembered Iron Eagle. Well played, sir!
One Vision!
by Tommy's Co-Pilot on Jul 11, 2008 9:06 PM EDT reply actions
hunglikehussain @ 32 – c’mon, a joke’s a joke, but a little warning about what lay on the other side of that link would have been nice. Those colors may or may not run, but I bolted.
by DC Trojan on Jul 11, 2008 9:46 PM EDT reply actions
DC,welcome to my world. It’s hot and humid. Folks work hard, but spend money on stupid things. Sanctity is found in a mud pit. The Bard put it in much better words:
Fear no more the heat o’ the sun,
Nor the furious winter’s rages;
Thou thy worldly task hast done,
Home art gone, and ta’en thy wages;
Golden lads and girls all must,
As chimney-sweepers, come to dust (or mud).
You may think this is a eulogy, to me it’s “par for the course” around these parts. Hot, broke, drunken, bankrupt ’necks jumping into sodden earth.
Having lived in 10 of the 48 continental states and 2 countries abroad, this is home.
Ta-ta
by hunglikehussain on Jul 11, 2008 10:28 PM EDT reply actions
hunglikehussain @ I was objecting only to the stars-and-bars crotch shot. While I’ve never had the urge to jump in a mud pit, I am pleased that others find it entertaining. It’s the simple things in life that matter.
by DC Trojan on Jul 11, 2008 10:42 PM EDT reply actions
Add another one to the “Coop is utterly, laughably wrong” camp. The recent Corrections haven’t been as good as the first few batches, but that’s kind of like bitching that after a first-round 59, you “only” managed to shoot 65 in the second. Most people’s best writing can’t match the worst I’ve seen here.
by SpartanDan on Jul 12, 2008 1:26 AM EDT reply actions
Incidentally, is there a form I can fill out to opt out of being represented by cranky bastards with sand in their vaginas?
by Rob on Jul 12, 2008 2:22 AM EDT reply actions
Nickerdoodles. awesome.
Does this mean Tommy ’Tuber’ville has a potato recipe for us?
by Flatlander on Jul 12, 2008 9:44 AM EDT reply actions
hunglikehussain @ 32
Was that Colonel Angus in that picture?
by The Bengal on Jul 12, 2008 10:56 AM EDT reply actions
I absolutely think I’ll be trying out the Nickerdoodles for my kickoff party for the Bama/Clemson game. Should be a big hit!
by bamacheryl on Jul 12, 2008 12:17 PM EDT reply actions
arrrr me little mateys… ye sure love to stir up a tempest in a teapot when there’s no pigskin topics to discuss
I have one question for whoever authored those photos… is someone photoshopping Tuberville’s ears onto Bowden’s head or is this just one of those ‘right after the shower’ moments?
wait… the photo is from LSUfreek – probably each ear is composed of thousands of pixels of Dumbo’s ears…loveingly assembled in the shape of a ‘D’ to resemble the NotreDame logo
and the tie is likely ’shopped from the bikini spread the “BearBryant twins” are doing for the upcoming Playboy spread on college girls
quite a work of art there ya swabby
by Pirate Petey on Jul 12, 2008 5:18 PM EDT reply actions
@55
Could be, although the Cuhnal ‘round ’bout these part is busy as a bee burnin’ the brush. Keeps the ticks and fleas at bay.
by hunglikehussain on Jul 12, 2008 8:06 PM EDT reply actions

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