Sunday, November 23, 2008

Big 12 South

Wow. Oklahoma completely blew out the 'Cinderella' team. To lose 65-21 was embarrassing.  It is amazing how much can turn on one game. Unbeaten up until last night, Tech lost not only a game, but the their chance at the Big 12 Championship and the National Championship against Alabama. 

What happened? They looked liked they were over hyped. Completely unsettled before the first play had even happened. They played like a team completely out of sync. The defense, that had been one of the top ranked, capitulated. It appeared that an open field tackle was beyond them. 

Graham Harrell threw more than his opponent; racked up more yards through the air; threw for three touch downs; but the nature of the loss will take him out of Heisman consideration, which is a shame.

In life, there are games to be played where we risk a lot and losing can cost us big. Being earthed in a foundation that keeps us balanced when the pressure is on is invaluable. Without the calming influence of a principle based foundation bad decisions will be made and life will be simply out of sync.