Tag Archives: Michigan basketball

Camp Sanderson

Michigan basketball strength and conditioning coach Jon Sanderson has helped turned a handful of unheralded high school prospects into first round NBA draft picks. In an in-depth story for Michigan’s Scout page, I reveal the methods behind the success.

Scout: The Methods Behind Camp Sanderson

Michigan’s Remarkable Run

Teams just don’t do what Michigan did this season. The Wolverines, seemingly overnight, became an excellent basketball team. The Big Ten Tournament champs were one shot away from the Elite Eight. In a story for UM Hoops, I reflect on the season—how Michigan turned things around and the lessons learned from covering this team on a regular basis.

UM Hoops: Reflecting on Michigan’s Improbable Season

The History of the Crisler Center

Crisler Center, formerly Crisler Arena and the University Events Building before that, turns 50 this year. It is best known as the home of Michigan basketball, but the arena has also hosted several high-profile musical acts, among other memorable events. In a story for Michigan Today, I went through news archives and talked to some of the key figures in the arena’s history.

Michigan Today: Crisler at 50