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<!--Generated by Squarespace Site Server v5.9.2 (http://www.squarespace.com/) on Thu, 11 Mar 2010 12:17:43 GMT--><rdf:RDF xmlns:rdf="http://www.w3.org/1999/02/22-rdf-syntax-ns#" xmlns:rss="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:sy="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/syndication/" xmlns:admin="http://webns.net/mvcb/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:cc="http://web.resource.org/cc/"><rss:channel rdf:about="http://www.therobbrennan.com/journal/"><rss:title>Journal</rss:title><rss:link>http://www.therobbrennan.com/journal/</rss:link><rss:description></rss:description><dc:language>en-US</dc:language><dc:date>2010-03-11T12:17:43Z</dc:date><admin:generatorAgent rdf:resource="http://www.squarespace.com/">Squarespace Site Server v5.9.2 (http://www.squarespace.com/)</admin:generatorAgent><rss:items><rdf:Seq><rdf:li rdf:resource="http://www.therobbrennan.com/journal/2010/3/7/ncaa-division-iii-ice-hockey-tournament-announced.html"/><rdf:li rdf:resource="http://www.therobbrennan.com/journal/2010/3/6/oswego-dominates-plattsburgh-with-6-3-win-for-sunyac-champio.html"/><rdf:li rdf:resource="http://www.therobbrennan.com/journal/2010/2/27/plattsburgh-advances-to-sunyac-championship-with-5-2-win-ove.html"/><rdf:li rdf:resource="http://www.therobbrennan.com/journal/2010/2/23/google-buzz-is-it-worth-all-the-hype.html"/><rdf:li rdf:resource="http://www.therobbrennan.com/journal/2010/2/22/2009-2010-sunyac-playoff-bracket-mens-ice-hockey.html"/><rdf:li rdf:resource="http://www.therobbrennan.com/journal/2010/2/19/stop-governor-paterson-from-closing-point-au-roche-macomb-st.html"/><rdf:li rdf:resource="http://www.therobbrennan.com/journal/2010/2/13/plattsburgh-shuts-down-fredonia-in-solid-4-1-victory.html"/><rdf:li rdf:resource="http://www.therobbrennan.com/journal/2010/2/13/nbc-vancouver-2010-olympicsto-go.html"/><rdf:li rdf:resource="http://www.therobbrennan.com/journal/2010/2/12/plattsburgh-sends-buffalo-state-home-with-4-2-loss.html"/><rdf:li rdf:resource="http://www.therobbrennan.com/journal/2010/2/6/plattsburgh-defeats-morrisville-4-1.html"/></rdf:Seq></rss:items></rss:channel><rss:item rdf:about="http://www.therobbrennan.com/journal/2010/3/7/ncaa-division-iii-ice-hockey-tournament-announced.html"><rss:title>NCAA Division III Ice Hockey Tournament Announced</rss:title><rss:link>http://www.therobbrennan.com/journal/2010/3/7/ncaa-division-iii-ice-hockey-tournament-announced.html</rss:link><dc:creator>Rob Brennan</dc:creator><dc:date>2010-03-07T23:40:34Z</dc:date><dc:subject>Plattsburgh Hockey</dc:subject><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div></div>
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<div><span class="full-image-block ssNonEditable"><span><a href="http://www.ncaa.com/brackets/2010/ncaa_bracket_DIII_hockey_men.html" target="_blank"><img style="width: 600px;" src="http://www.therobbrennan.com/storage/2010/20100308 NCAA Division III Bracket Men Ice Hockey.png?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1268046627364" alt="" /></a></span><span class="thumbnail-caption" style="width: 600px;">Click here for the interactive bracket on the official NCAA site</span></span></div>
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<div style="padding-left: 30px;"><a href="http://www.ncaa.com/brackets/2010/ncaa_bracket_DIII_hockey_men.html" target="_blank">NCAA Division III men's ice hockey tournament bracket</a></div>
<div style="padding-left: 30px;"><a href="http://www.ncaa.com/sports/m-hockey/champpage/m-hockey-div3-index.html" target="_blank">2010 Championship Schedule and Information</a></div>]]></content:encoded></rss:item><rss:item rdf:about="http://www.therobbrennan.com/journal/2010/3/6/oswego-dominates-plattsburgh-with-6-3-win-for-sunyac-champio.html"><rss:title>Oswego Dominates Plattsburgh with 6-3 win for SUNYAC Championship</rss:title><rss:link>http://www.therobbrennan.com/journal/2010/3/6/oswego-dominates-plattsburgh-with-6-3-win-for-sunyac-champio.html</rss:link><dc:creator>Rob Brennan</dc:creator><dc:date>2010-03-07T02:56:56Z</dc:date><dc:subject>Plattsburgh Hockey</dc:subject><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span class="full-image-float-left ssNonEditable"><span><a href="http://www.collegehockeystats.net/0910/boxes/moswplt1.m06" target="_blank"><img style="width: 350px;" src="http://www.therobbrennan.com/storage/2010/20100306%20SUNYAC%20Championship%20Plattsburgh%20vs%20Oswego.jpg?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1267930819369" alt="" /></a></span><span class="thumbnail-caption" style="width: 350px;">2010.03.06 Plattsburgh State falls to Oswego in SUNYAC Championship</span></span>In the State University of New York Athletic Conference (SUNYAC), it is safe to say the Plattsburgh/Oswego rivalry is one of the most hotly contested battles. With the conference title on the line, both teams were looking to bring their best performance to the ice.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Of the two, Oswego was prepared and ready to do battle. Plattsburgh, on the other hand, was in for a rough night.</p>]]></content:encoded></rss:item><rss:item rdf:about="http://www.therobbrennan.com/journal/2010/2/27/plattsburgh-advances-to-sunyac-championship-with-5-2-win-ove.html"><rss:title>Plattsburgh Advances to SUNYAC Championship with 5-2 Win Over Brockport</rss:title><rss:link>http://www.therobbrennan.com/journal/2010/2/27/plattsburgh-advances-to-sunyac-championship-with-5-2-win-ove.html</rss:link><dc:creator>Rob Brennan</dc:creator><dc:date>2010-02-28T02:28:05Z</dc:date><dc:subject>Plattsburgh Hockey</dc:subject><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span class="full-image-float-right ssNonEditable"><a href="http://www.collegehockeystats.net/0910/boxes/mbrcplt1.f27" target="_blank"><img style="width: 300px;" src="http://www.therobbrennan.com/storage/2010/20100227%20SUNYAC%20Semifinal%20Plattsburgh%20vs%20Brockport.jpg?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1267324522014" alt="" /></a><span class="thumbnail-caption" style="width: 300px;">2010.02.27 SUNYAC Semifinal - Plattsburgh vs Brockport</span></span>With the regular season over with, the Plattsburgh State Cardinals were looking to continue their post season run to earn a shot at the State University of New York Athletic Conference (SUNYAC) championship. Brockport had a fighting chance against Plattsburgh tonight. However, if history was any indication it would be Plattsburgh's game to lose. </p>
<p>Brockport was ready for action - with highly regarded senior goaltender Todd Sheridan in net. Some regard him as one of the finest goaltenders in the conference. Some say he is a force to be reckoned with. Yes, perhaps he is one of the finer goaltenders in the conference. Big deal. I say there is only one word to describe Sheridan in net...</p>]]></content:encoded></rss:item><rss:item rdf:about="http://www.therobbrennan.com/journal/2010/2/23/google-buzz-is-it-worth-all-the-hype.html"><rss:title>Google Buzz: Is it worth all the hype?</rss:title><rss:link>http://www.therobbrennan.com/journal/2010/2/23/google-buzz-is-it-worth-all-the-hype.html</rss:link><dc:creator>Rob Brennan</dc:creator><dc:date>2010-02-23T17:38:49Z</dc:date><dc:subject>Coffeehouse Discussions Technology and Society</dc:subject><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><br /><span class="full-image-float-left ssNonEditable"><span><a href="http://www.google.com/buzz" target="_blank"><img src="http://www.therobbrennan.com/storage/2010/20100223 Google Buzz.png?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1266946915278" alt="" /></a></span><span class="thumbnail-caption" style="width: 341px;">Will Google Buzz be a contender in the social media arena?</span></span>Admittedly, it is with some trepidation that I slide into the world of Google Buzz. Why? I don't really know. At the moment, I have a pretty full social networking arsenal at my disposal. I have a <a href="http://www.linkedin.com/" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a> account which I am looking at breathing new life into. I use <a href="http://www.facebook.com/" target="_blank">Facebook</a> and <a href="http://twitter.com/" target="_blank">Twitter</a>&nbsp;religiously. And lastly, I have my own personal space courtesy of <a href="http://www.therobbrennan.com/" target="_blank">this blog</a>.</p>
<p>The last thing I want to do is join another social networking space...but I'm willing to make an exception here.</p>]]></content:encoded></rss:item><rss:item rdf:about="http://www.therobbrennan.com/journal/2010/2/22/2009-2010-sunyac-playoff-bracket-mens-ice-hockey.html"><rss:title>2009-2010 SUNYAC Playoff Bracket: Men's Ice Hockey</rss:title><rss:link>http://www.therobbrennan.com/journal/2010/2/22/2009-2010-sunyac-playoff-bracket-mens-ice-hockey.html</rss:link><dc:creator>Rob Brennan</dc:creator><dc:date>2010-02-23T01:04:10Z</dc:date><dc:subject>Plattsburgh Hockey</dc:subject><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>With the regular season behind them, it's time for Plattsburgh State to get down to brass tacks. &nbsp;Welcome to the postseason! &nbsp;For those of us following the State University of New York Athletic Conference (SUNYAC) in NCAA men's division III ice hockey, here is the official roadmap to this year's championship.&nbsp;</p>
<p><br /><span class="full-image-block ssNonEditable"><span><a href="http://sunyac.com/icehockey/2009-10/2010IHbracket.pdf" target="_blank"><img style="width: 600px;" src="http://www.therobbrennan.com/storage/2010/20100222%20SUNYAC%20Men's%20Ice%20Hockey%20Bracket.png?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1266887321989" alt="" /></a></span><span class="thumbnail-caption" style="width: 600px;">2010 SUNYAC Men's Ice Hockey Tournament</span></span></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>]]></content:encoded></rss:item><rss:item rdf:about="http://www.therobbrennan.com/journal/2010/2/19/stop-governor-paterson-from-closing-point-au-roche-macomb-st.html"><rss:title>Stop Governor Paterson From Closing Point Au Roche &amp; Macomb State Park</rss:title><rss:link>http://www.therobbrennan.com/journal/2010/2/19/stop-governor-paterson-from-closing-point-au-roche-macomb-st.html</rss:link><dc:creator>Rob Brennan</dc:creator><dc:date>2010-02-19T23:15:56Z</dc:date><dc:subject>Plattsburgh News and Commentary Political Commentary</dc:subject><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span class="full-image-float-left ssNonEditable"><span><a href="http://www.dallasvoice.com/instant-tea/wp-content/uploads/paterson.jpg" target="_blank"><img style="width: 325px;" src="http://www.therobbrennan.com/storage/2010/20100219 Gov Pudding Pop Paterson.jpg?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1266621818778" alt="" /></a></span><span class="thumbnail-caption" style="width: 325px;">New York State Governor David Paterson</span></span>One of my favorite things to do in the summer is enjoy the beautiful scenery in Upstate New York. Whether you are enjoying an outdoor BBQ among the lush trees, going for a short walk on the trails, spending some time on the beach, or simply enjoying a game of horseshoes - there is something for everyone at our state parks.</p>
<p>One of my favorite parks to visit is Macomb State Park - a park that just so happens to be on<a href="http://readme.readmedia.com/Statements-from-Governor-David-A-Paterson-and-Commissioner-Carol-Ash/1166601" target="_blank"> Governor Paterson's list</a> of ones that are <a href="http://readme.readmedia.com/Statements-from-Governor-David-A-Paterson-and-Commissioner-Carol-Ash/1166601" target="_blank">proposed to be shut down</a>&nbsp;(which includes the closure of 41 parks and 14 historic sites, and service reductions at 23 parks and 1 historic site) courtesy of the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation, and Historic Preservation (OPRHP), Governor David Paterson, and Commissioner Carol Ash.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>]]></content:encoded></rss:item><rss:item rdf:about="http://www.therobbrennan.com/journal/2010/2/13/plattsburgh-shuts-down-fredonia-in-solid-4-1-victory.html"><rss:title>Plattsburgh Shuts Down Fredonia in Solid 4-1 Victory</rss:title><rss:link>http://www.therobbrennan.com/journal/2010/2/13/plattsburgh-shuts-down-fredonia-in-solid-4-1-victory.html</rss:link><dc:creator>Rob Brennan</dc:creator><dc:date>2010-02-14T03:12:35Z</dc:date><dc:subject>Plattsburgh Hockey</dc:subject><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span class="full-image-float-right ssNonEditable"><span><a href="http://www.collegehockeystats.net/0910/boxes/mfreplt1.f13"><img style="width: 325px;" src="http://www.therobbrennan.com/storage/2010/20100213%20Plattsburgh%20vs%20Fredonia.jpg?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1266119738321" alt="" /></a></span><span class="thumbnail-caption" style="width: 325px;">2010.02.13 - Plattsburgh battles Fredonia in final regular season game</span></span>Tonight's game demonstrated why the Plattsburgh State Cardinals are one of the top teams in NCAA Division III men's ice hockey.&nbsp;</p>
<p>First, I have to give Cardinal goaltender Josh Leis some serious props for tonight's performance. &nbsp;In addition to providing rock solid goaltending all night long, he kept the Blue Devils at bay with several huge saves. Leis delivered when he was called upon; confidently stopping and controlling shots throughout the night.</p>
<p>This confidence seemed to permeate throughout the entire team.</p>]]></content:encoded></rss:item><rss:item rdf:about="http://www.therobbrennan.com/journal/2010/2/13/nbc-vancouver-2010-olympicsto-go.html"><rss:title>NBC Vancouver 2010 Olympics...To Go!</rss:title><rss:link>http://www.therobbrennan.com/journal/2010/2/13/nbc-vancouver-2010-olympicsto-go.html</rss:link><dc:creator>Rob Brennan</dc:creator><dc:date>2010-02-13T15:12:44Z</dc:date><dc:subject>Entertainment Technology and Society iPhone Applications, Reviews, and More</dc:subject><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span class="full-image-float-left ssNonEditable"><span><a href="http://www.nbcolympics.com/mobile/?__itunes" target="_blank"><img src="http://www.therobbrennan.com/storage/2010/20100213 NBC Olympics Vancouver 2010.png?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1266074146019" alt="" /></a></span><span class="thumbnail-caption" style="width: 209px;">Olympics news, video, and more...to go</span></span>With the 2010 Winter Olympics officially underway in Vancouver, you may want to stay updated on the latest news, videos, events, and a whole lot more. I absolutely love the winter games - and I am pleased to see NBC has some great options for coverage.</p>
<p>If you have an iPhone, then the best choice is the free "<a href="http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/nbc-olympics-on-at-t/id350641299?mt=8" target="_blank">NBC Olympics on AT&amp;T</a>" app. &nbsp;I am absolutely enamored with this app and highly recommend it.</p>
<p>For the rest of the world...NBC has a great site - "<a href="http://www.nbcolympics.com/mobile/?__itunes" target="_blank">Mobile Olympics To Go</a>" - which is sure to be a great starting point for mobile coverage. &nbsp;</p>
<p>What are you waiting for? &nbsp;Download the <a href="http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/nbc-olympics-on-at-t/id350641299?mt=8" target="_blank">iPhone app</a>, grab a cup of coffee or hot chocolate, and put on your favorite <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tuque" target="_blank">tuque</a>. &nbsp;It's time for the Olympics!</p>]]></content:encoded></rss:item><rss:item rdf:about="http://www.therobbrennan.com/journal/2010/2/12/plattsburgh-sends-buffalo-state-home-with-4-2-loss.html"><rss:title>Plattsburgh Sends Buffalo State Home With 4-2 Loss</rss:title><rss:link>http://www.therobbrennan.com/journal/2010/2/12/plattsburgh-sends-buffalo-state-home-with-4-2-loss.html</rss:link><dc:creator>Rob Brennan</dc:creator><dc:date>2010-02-13T02:50:40Z</dc:date><dc:subject>Plattsburgh Hockey</dc:subject><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><br /><span class="full-image-float-right ssNonEditable"><span><img style="width: 325px;" src="http://www.therobbrennan.com/storage/2010/20100212 Plattsburgh vs Buffalo State.jpg?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1266029650119" alt="" /></span><span class="thumbnail-caption" style="width: 325px;">2010.02.12 Plattsburgh squares off against Buffalo State</span></span>Tonight's NCAA Division III matchup between Plattsburgh State and Buffalo State had all the makings of a very physical and demanding battle. With Buffalo State averaging eighteen (18) minutes or so in the penalty box per game - and the <a href="http://www.uscho.com/news/college-hockey/id,17963/NCAAHitsGeneseoBuffaloStatewithProbationTeamsIneligiblefor2010Postseason.html" target="_blank">recent disqualification</a> from post-season play - all indications were that the 6-15-1 Bengals would be out for blood.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>]]></content:encoded></rss:item><rss:item rdf:about="http://www.therobbrennan.com/journal/2010/2/6/plattsburgh-defeats-morrisville-4-1.html"><rss:title>Plattsburgh Defeats Morrisville 4-1</rss:title><rss:link>http://www.therobbrennan.com/journal/2010/2/6/plattsburgh-defeats-morrisville-4-1.html</rss:link><dc:creator>Rob Brennan</dc:creator><dc:date>2010-02-07T02:45:13Z</dc:date><dc:subject>Plattsburgh Hockey</dc:subject><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><br /><span class="full-image-float-left ssNonEditable"><span><a href="http://www.collegehockeystats.net/0910/boxes/mmorplt1.f06" target="_blank"><img style="width: 350px;" src="http://www.therobbrennan.com/storage/2010/20100206 Plattsburgh vs Morrisville.jpg?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1265511015363" alt="" /></a></span><span class="thumbnail-caption" style="width: 350px;">2010.02.06 Plattsburgh and Morrisville face-off at the Stafford</span></span>If anything can be said about tonight's matchup between the Plattsburgh State Cardinals and Morrisville Mustangs, it would be thank goodness it's over. To add insult to injury, Plattsburgh's scorekeeping woes continued - with the new scoreboards darkened and the goal judges relegated to waving third-rate red flags.</p>
<p>Anyway, back to the game. First, let me recant something I said earlier in the season. Prior to tonight, I viewed Morrisville as a team that played a physical game but could be quite a surprise when it counted most. I take that back.</p>]]></content:encoded></rss:item></rdf:RDF>