Gerry Ahern
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Gerry Ahern
Gerry Ahern is the Assistant Managing Editor/Colleges for Yahoo! Sports with 21 years of experience covering college football and basketball as an editor and a writer. He graduated from Marquette University with a degree in journalism.Send Gerry a question or comment for potential use in a future column or webcast. |
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Black and Blue November 21, 2009
Michigan's 21-10 loss to Ohio State guarantees a last-place Big Ten finish, no bowl game and more questions about Rich Rodriguez's regime.
Q&A with Indiana coach Tom Crean November 13, 2009
Bolstered by a top-10 recruiting class and a key transfer, the Hoosiers' leader seeks better things in his second season.
Hummel recovered, happy at home November 6, 2009
Finally healthy, Robbie Hummel aims to bring Purdue to a backyard Final Four after a hostile experience abroad.
Big Ten notebook: Michigan State the favorite October 29, 2009
Michigan State is officially the Big Ten favorite in the eyes of the media coming out of the conference’s media day in Chicago.
Shell-shocked Spartans April 7, 2009
Michigan State comes out flat and North Carolina flattens the Spartans in the early stages of Monday's national championship game.
Points of brilliance April 5, 2009
Kalin Lucas and Ty Lawson can run, shoot and create. Their ability to do so Monday while limiting each other will be a big title game key.
The real deal April 4, 2009
Michigan State's dream is within its grasp. The inspiring Spartans face UNC in devastated but reinvigorated Detroit for the title.
Young, Green and growing April 3, 2009
Freshman Draymond Green's smarts and physical play could help Michigan State counter UConn in the Final Four.
Tender moment for tough Spartans March 29, 2009
Michigan State's stunning win over Louisville brings the Spartans back to Detroit for the Final Four and has the emotions flowing.
First Pitino, Izzo matchup adds spice March 28, 2009
INDIANAPOLIS – Michigan State's Tom Izzo and Louisville's Rick Pitino lead two of the most decorated...
Pure Michigan State March 27, 2009
The Spartans grab the game’s final five rebounds and grind down the defending national champs.
Louisville storms into Elite Eight March 27, 2009
The top-seeded Cardinals beat up Arizona in every way imaginable to win their Midwest Region semifinal.
Arizona's confidence rush March 26, 2009
Arizona is a No. 12 seed, but don't call it a Cinderella. Loaded with NBA-caliber talent, the Wildcats earned their spot in the Sweet 16.
Suton learns to love the game March 26, 2009
Big man from Bosnia's passion for basketball has grown as he developed into a key figure for Michigan State.
Goodson hits the sweet shot March 21, 2009
Gonzaga reserve guard Demetri Goodson unexpectedly plays the hero as the Zags shake WKU and shimmy into Sweet 16.
Little big kids March 20, 2009
Freshmen Isaiah Thomas of Washington and Lewis Jackson of Purdue might be small. But they'll play large roles Saturday.
True upset escapes Illini March 20, 2009
Down 17 late, lightly regarded Illinois gives Western Kentucky a wake-up call before bowing 76-72.
Miss. St.-Washington a really big show March 18, 2009
The matchup of Jarvis Varnado and Jon Brockman puts two of the nation's top post players in the spotlight.
Imperfect storm April 8, 2008
Memphis sees its national championship dream die amid a series of failures to execute down the stretch.
National championship game notes April 6, 2008
Memphis' Derrick Rose is ailing but expected to play against Kansas on Monday.
All grown up? April 6, 2008
Memphis' Joey Dorsey has had his share of issues. But he and his coach believe he's matured and is ready to help the Tigers to a national title.
One-two punch April 5, 2008
Memphis' Chris Douglas-Roberts and Derrick Rose overwhelm UCLA to power into the national title game.
Memphis gets motivation April 4, 2008
Rev. Jesse Jackson and Jerry Tarkanian inspire Memphis heading into the semifinals.
Collison's course April 4, 2008
Darren Collison has grown into UCLA's floor leader. A former assistant coach's family ties helped bring him to the Bruins.
Midwest notes: Self, Williams to square off March 30, 2008
Kansas gets a much anticipated Final Four matchup against North Carolina.
Final drama March 30, 2008
Davidson's Cinderella run in the NCAA tournament was extinguished, as top-seed Kansas weathered a last-second shot and advanced to the Final Four.
Davidson's Silver Fox March 29, 2008
Bob McKillop has put in the time and followed the plan, and now he is a game away from the Final Four.
Operation stop Steph March 29, 2008
Top-seeded Kansas will try to do what no one in the NCAA tournament has managed so far: slow down Davidson's Stephen Curry.
Midwest notes: Heat on Self, Jayhawks? March 28, 2008
KU's coach says past failures in Elite Eight games taught him to rest his players.
All-time effort March 28, 2008
Stephen Curry is making a case as one of the best after vanquishing Wisconsin and moving to the Elite Eight.
Midwest Region notes: Davidson's free rides March 27, 2008
Davidson has only 1,700 students, and thanks to the school's trustees, many are headed to Detroit.
Reynolds model of a 'Villanova guard' March 27, 2008
Scottie Reynolds is a great shooter, but the development of other aspects of his game has lifted the Wildcats.
Sweet 16 Caroline March 23, 2008
No. 10 seed Davidson and Stephen Curry's second-half surge stunned Georgetown and earned a Sweet 16 berth.
Hogs aim to match Psycho T's intensity March 22, 2008
To advance to the Sweet 16, Arkansas must neutralize UNC's Tyler Hansbrough. The Hogs have plenty of help.
Break on through March 21, 2008
Davidson fed Stephen Curry for 40 points and feasted on its first NCAA tourney win since 1969.
Born again? March 20, 2008
Indiana fell flat in the wake of the Kelvin Sampson scandal. But the Hoosiers have the talent to revive their season.
Badgers going steady March 16, 2008
Wisconsin claimed the Big Ten tourney title in typical fashion. The even-keeled Badgers could be poised for more.
Party crashers March 15, 2008
Illinois is a win away from stealing an NCAA invite after another improbable victory Saturday.
Stew to the rescue January 3, 2008
WVU's win in the Fiesta Bowl helped heal a wounded state. Now it has a new leader in Bill Stewart.
USC back in title hunt? January 1, 2008
USC's dominating victory over Illinois in the Rose Bowl was impressive. But was it enough to return the Trojans to national title contention?
Blue chipper? December 17, 2007
Michigan's addition of Rich Rodriguez was a huge coup. But his immediate success rides on landing Terrelle Pryor.
Blue's next? November 19, 2007
Lloyd Carr resigned as Michigan coach Monday. Was timing based on recruiting or candidacy of LSU's Les Miles?
Carr's last ride November 17, 2007
After losing the Big Ten title to Ohio State, Lloyd Carr will retire as Michigan coach.
The Big Three November 3, 2007
The return of Chad Henne and Mike Hart and Mario Manningham's big day made Michigan 6-0 in the Big Ten.
Boeckman's big night October 27, 2007
Ohio State quarterback Todd Boeckman shines as the top-ranked Buckeyes dominate Penn State 37-17.
Boost for Buckeyes October 13, 2007
Another upsetting Saturday puts Ohio State in position to capitalize on the eve of the first BCS standings.
Opportunity knocks October 6, 2007
Ohio State is rising in the polls thanks to a stellar defense, but the Buckeyes have work to do on offense.
Badgers get by September 29, 2007
P.J. Hill and the offense helped Wisconsin drop Michigan State, but its defensive deficiencies could prove costly.
Trojan force September 15, 2007
USC ran over, through and around Nebraska, proving it is truly the No. 1 team in the nation and that the Huskers have a long way to go.
Fighting words September 8, 2007
Michigan is now 0-2 after being routed at home by Oregon. Still, Mike Hart "guaranteed" a victory against Notre Dame.
Ugly answers September 1, 2007
Notre Dame had questions going into its opener against Georgia Tech. Now, the Irish have even more to figure out.
Foul finish March 17, 2007
LEXINGTON, Ky. – Justin Cage had a career game in Xavier's near-upset of Ohio State, but a late free-throw attempt, and XU, came up short.
Law vs. shock and awe March 16, 2007
LEXINGTON, Ky. – Texas A&M will be hounded by Louisville's full-court press. The Aggies' Acie Law IV is up to the challenge.
Not going quietly March 15, 2007
LEXINGTON, Ky. – Central Connecticut State, led by three gutty seniors, did itself proud by not backing down against Ohio State.
The answer man March 14, 2007
LEXINGTON, Ky. – Louisville coach Rick Pitino isn't afraid to speak his mind, especially when it comes to the NCAA tournament.
Gators make it look easy January 8, 2007
GLENDALE, Ariz. – The history books will say Florida upset Ohio State, but it never seemed that way.
Lord of discipline January 7, 2007
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. – Florida's Urban Meyer has had success by following the strict principles of his dad and his mentor at Ohio State.
Rose Bowl redemption January 1, 2007
PASADENA, Calif. – John David Booty exorcised personal demons from USC's loss at UCLA with a spirited effort against Michigan.
The point after November 26, 2006
Irish comparisons favor Michigan over USC for berth in BCS title game.
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