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World War II veteran Col. Ted Bell ('42), who earned the Distinguished Service Cross and a Silver Star fighting in the Pacific campaign, is this week's Band of Gold Spotlight.   Bell discusses 1930s cadet life -- including former roommate and lifelong friend Maj. Gen. James Grimsley -- as well as his service years and post-war civilian career.   Also, Chuck Driesell chats with Jeff Hartsell following his first win as the Bulldogs' hoops coach.  And we toast the gridiron team, which won a close one at Samford, 13-12.

Basketball great Rick Swing ('79) is this week's Band of Gold Spotlight.   The Birmingham, Ala., pastor starred on Les Robinson's teams of the late '70s, and parlayed his Citadel career to a 4th round draft pick of the NBA's Cleveland Cavaliers.   Also, Jeff Hartsell previews Saturday's football finale against Samford, as the Dogs aim for their first SoCon victory of the year in the Magic City.

Get the Red Out recap.   The Citadel loses to Elon during Homecoming 2010, but at least they looked spiffy in defeat wearing new Big Red football jerseys.   Jeff Hartsell has a full report on the 27-16 loss.  Also, USC School of Law alumnus Jim Waddill represents the "prosecution," and Jon Rawl represents the "defense," in a mock trail of whether Kevin Higgins should be retained as The Citadel's 23rd head football coach.

Norman Seabrooks ('73), the first black football player at The Citadel, is this week's Band of Gold Spotlight.   Seabrooks discusses his matriculation to Charleston, the difficulties of being a cadet in the Vietnam War, and his all-Southern Conference playing days.   Plus, Jeff Hartsell brings you up to speed on the Wofford loss, Homecoming 2010, and the SoCon Tournament win by the women's soccer team.

Steve McManus ('64) is the Band of Gold Spotlight.  The former Hardee's CEO and current owner of the Beacon Drive-In in Spartanburg discusses his business career and this weekend's Beacon Iced Tea Bowl, featuring The Citadel and Wofford.  Jeff Hartsell tells us how the Dogs accumulated nine turnovers in last weekend's game against Georgia Southern.   

Charlie Taaffe recalls the 38-35 win over South Carolina on Oct. 20, 1990.   He also discusses his great Bulldog teams, including the 1992 SoCon Champions.   Jack Douglas calls-in to chat with his old coach, and remember his fourth down sneak to seal the victory over the Gamecocks.    Jeff Hartsell recaps the 39-10 loss at Appalachian State, and previews this weekend's home game against Georgia Southern.

Dr. W.G. Watson ('31) is the Band of Gold Spotlight.  The 100-year-old Augusta, Ga., doctor is the oldest practicing physician in the U.S., and he shares memories of being at The Citadel from 1927-31.  Also, Jeff Hartsell talks about the Chattanooga debacle.  We also hear from Kevin Higgins, running back Christian Robertson and defensive end Milford Scott. 

The Citadel Family Association's Dorie Griggs and Dr. Craig Cleveland explain the various ways their volunteer group assists with cadets and their parents.    Plus, Kevin Higgins answers questions from Jeff Hartsell, as the Bulldogs look to get back in the win column with the Parents' Weekend 2010 game against Chattanooga.

The Dogs fall at Furman and now prepare to host Western Carolina.  Kevin Higgins gives us his thoughts on his football team, which seeks its first SoCon win on Saturday.   Also, Medal of Honor recipient Brian Thacker shares his story of service in Vietnam.    Thacker is among several Medal of Honor recipients participating in this weekend's events on The Citadel campus, as part of the annual Medal of Honor Society Convention.

Terrell Dallas, the junior fullback who rushed for 172 yards against Presbyterian, talks to GrayLine after the 26-14 win.   We also hear from Bulldogs coach Kevin Higgins, LS Bobby Jarvis and DE Erik Clanton.   Plus, Fred Ducker ('63) is the Band of Gold Spotlight.  Ducker helps spotlight The Citadel's 1,000 football games.

Arizona blasts The Citadel in Tucson.  Jeff Hartsell of The Post and Courier recaps the 52-6 loss; and we look ahead to this weekend's home game against Presbyterian College.  Also, Jon Rawl and Jim Waddill put the Citadel Blue & White Spotlight on The Citadel Regimental Band and its Pipe Band, which just returned from performing at the 2010 Tattoo in Edinburgh, Scotland.

Jack Douglas is the Band of Gold Spotlight.  The 1992 graduate and Citadel Hall of Famer recalls his playing days during the early '90s; plus we hear what No. 14 is doing now in Columbia.   Also, Jeff Hartsell gives us the scoop on the Dogs' performance against Chowan, and we preview this Saturday's 2,055 mile-long trip to Tucson, Ariz., and a battle against the No. 23 Arizona Wildcats.

Kevin Higgins answers Jeff Hartsell's burning question on this fall debut of Citadel GrayLine.  So coach, who will the starting quarterback be?   Plus, Jon Rawl and Jim Waddill preview the home opener against Chowan, and salute the 2010 SoCon baseball champs.

Spring Finale.  The Diamond Dogs look to capture the SoCon regular season title this weekend in Statesboro as they play at Georgia Southern.   We get Jeff Hartsell's take on the 2010 football schedule, and South Carolina lieutenant governor hopeful Bill Connor ('90) drops by to share the latest with his campaign.

Pass In Review edition.  We take a look at back at some of the great interviews Citadel GrayLine has had this spring semester, including Super Bowl XXXI champ Travis Jervey ('95), NASA astronaut Randy Bresnik ('89), and country music superstar and Citadel fan Aaron Tippin.

Andre Roberts chats with the media following his third round selection by the Arizona Cardlnals.   Also, Jeff Hartsell previews this weekend's Holy City baseball clash between SoCon leaders The Citadel and COC.   Jim Waddill highlights the recent e-mail sent from Gen. John Rosa to The Citadel community, and we have Commencement Week activities to share.

Chuck Driesell becomes The Citadel's 28th head basketball coach.    We hear athletic director Larry Leckonby, Driesell, and senior guard Cameron Wells at the hiring press conference.   Also, Andre Roberts is the 88th pick overall in the NFL Draft, and heads out west to the Arizona Cardinals.   The Band of Gold Spotlight is Klaus Schoening ('64), owner of Strategic Financial Concepts in Greenville, S.C.

Lee Glaze evaluates the current litter of Diamond Dogs, which just swept Furman in SoCon play.  The 1986 Citadel grad also reminisces about his teammates on Chal Port's 1980s teams.   Plus, Jeff Hartsell has the latest on The Citadel's search for a new head basketball coach.

Sam Evans ('78), the Bulldogs' longtime public address announcer and the school's publications editor, is this week's Band of Gold Spotlight.   Jeff Hartsell has the latest with the basketball coaching search, as assistant coach Doug Novak departs Charleston to join Ed Conroy at Tulane.   Plus, the football team finally announces a defensive coordinator. 

Ed Conroy leaves The Citadel to become Tulane's next basketball coach.   Why is the 1989 Citadel graduate moving on to coach a lackluster C-USA team?   Plus, the Diamond Dogs win the weekend series at Wofford, and prepare to host Indiana State at The Joe.