ParksAndRecRick

Having to downsize. Have 3 different 3 feet by 5 feet canvas wall hangings. Mean Joe Green Football, 4 different football helmets! and more! Email Rick at ParksAnd RecRick@gmail.com go Mean Gtreen!!!

Most overrated player in North Texas history!

And so it goes....

No biggie boys, but Carlos played a PGA tournament earlier this year, I think The Memorial. But, is his first since getting his PGA card! Really impressive!!!!

One thing I know for sure after 30 years of UNT sports. Some of the greatest turncoat fans in College Sports!

So proud of what Georgio does for the Mean Green Nation. He is a true UNT Mean Green Fan. I'm proud to know him...because George is UNT! And, one nice and talented guy as well!

My take is this.... They, agreed or disagreed, found a hit for them in Larry Brown. I have seen all the lists that have been published, all talking about the OC of A&M, Clemson, Ohio State and others.... I think that would be a big mistake for SMU. Why? They couldn't keep them if they are successful. Yes, I'm not saying SMU couldn't come up with big money, but Dallas is still controlled by Texas and A&M. Just wait till the Aggies play at Ford Stadium in a few weeks. With that said, they need a proven winning coach who has some age....and who still would create some excitement, be a good recruiter, and be able to communicate with the media. Our Coach Mac.! (I still wake up sweating at nights thinking an incredible offer will take Mac away from us). I agree with many of you: Mack Brown, I am not a UT fan, but really believe Coach Brown is classy. He has learned some lessons about Assistants, but would be loved by SMU Alums, the media, and would fare well in recruiting. I know many of you laugh, but Mike Leach should not be ruled out. They see what are happening around, and his arrogance may fit some of the richer alums. Dave Wannstadt may be of interest. And, we have heard that people have mentioned Larry Coker. I am shocked, that you include Coker and not Coach Mac (but thank heavens). I believe (and I know we are not supposed to care), but if they go young, it will be short lived. That's ParksAndRecRick's thoughts on the issue.... ...more importantly: GO MEAN GREEN!

Harry, Spot On! Almost can't wait for the defense to hit the field! And, special teams as well.... Will be tough test Thursday though.... Lots of fun! Gosh, we hit hard! Go Mean Green!

Agreed Adler! Looking forward to seein' everyone Monday at Rudy's! We all need to bring a friend Thursday night as well! I am bringing 2 new folks! Go Mean Green!

Howdy, I have 2 great Season Tickets available for free for today if you can use them. Appreciate not trying to re-sell. Just give me a call at 214.724.5670 and I can get you the tickets in Denton. (Mean Green Fans Only!) Go Mean Green! Rick Herold Director of Parks, Arts and Recreation City of Grand Prairie ParksAndRecRick

National Weather Service says a beautiful 83 degrees, winds out of the NE at 10mph at beautiful Apogee Stadium. Bring on the Green!

I have had lots of things happen in my fifty years. And, one thing I have learned, and told many employees....I don't play God. Paraphrasing one of my favorite quotes....No one can start life over....but, anyone can create a brand new ending. To our football players, don't let this define your life at your young age.

Awesome news! Hope it is true. Perfect fit for the Green! "this is just the beginning....."

One of the greatest moments in UNT football history. Simply stated, "THE STAND"!

Dr.R!

Looked, and also on the agenda is our President giving the UNT Athletics Strategic plan.....

And, one more thing! We may bitch, cuss and fuss, but I want to thank the GoMeanGreenNation. Y'all keep me up on news, recruiting, and all that's Mean Green. The links, the posts, the pictures.... Thanks and congrats' to each and every one of you! Thanks Harry for having this opportunity!

I have had the pleasure of attending the 4 NOB and now the Heart of Dallas Bowl. All were grand experiences, but I must say the HOD Bowl activities will create special memories. One of my favorite NOB memories was our first one in Nawlins, and our event at the House of Blues, packed with Green, singing birthday to President Pohl, and having a grand time! However, I was fortunate to take in virtually all of the Heart of Dallas Bowl and here are 25 ParksAndRecRickMemories: 1. Omni was incredible! 2. Mean Green Nation crowd at the game! I was so proud to see all the ages, excitiement and Mean Green Pride! 3. Rick V calling us into Babb Brothers BBQ and had the players and coaches thank the fans. Very classy. 4. Coach Mac's postgame celebration, "This is not the end, it is just the beginning." 5. Meeting old friends and making new ones at the Tailgate Party. 6. Omno putting up UNT and MeanGreen on the building. Wow, was that awesome! 7. Re-Union Tower's Mean Green Celebration Show 8. A Win at the Historic Cotton Bowl 9. The fan flying the flag right in front of the UNLV Band. One for the ages. 10. Almost all merchandise sold out at the Cotton Bowl 45 minutes before the game. 11. New Year's Eve Party at The Tower Club 12. Thompson's grit, Zack Orr's dominance, Chancellor's Speed, and our typical 2nd half dominance! 13. Mean Green Nation staying for the Award's Ceremony! So fun.... 14. The great Marcus Trice's smile.....and his incredible intensity. 15. The Green Brigade and Cheerleaders at the Pep Rally at the Band Shell at Fair Park 16. How lucky we are to have George Dunham. He was having the time of his life, plus The Birddogs Rock!. 17. Moments with Rick, Hank and George 18. The Helmets and Black Uni's. So awesome! 19. The GREAT Mean Joe Greene. 20. Sports Bar Fun in the Omni 21. Fans storming the field (It reminded me of our home win capturing the SunBelt Title) 22. Watching Coach Mac kiss the Heart of Dallas Bowl Trophy.....4 times! 23. The Mean Green Nation crowd inspiring the team during the game. 24. All the GRAND Media we received. 25. Sitting after the game and thinking, it has been a long 9 years, but this win made it worth it....It's great to be GREEN!

Guys, I should have posted it. I have been scanning both Groupon and Living Social because we have Prairie Lights specials. It could have been Fort Worth Groupon, I'm not sure. But Living Social was a couple of weeks ago. Sorry, I don't remember any more details. Rick

Have friends at the game that texted me. They didn't say, except he was an Honorary Captain and that they mentioned North Texas. So, don't know much more....

Got the Groupon a couple of days ago. Living Social was first....

The Mean Green's own Abner Haynes! And, he was announced as a Mean Green grad! The Mean Green Nation is Everywhere!!!!

They have run on Groupon and Living Social already....

The Weather Channel at 10:39pm Christmas Eve, has high of 58, with just a 10% chance of rain. Sa-weeet!

Just can't wait till January 1, 2014! So, thought I would head out to Cotton Bowl, and check out at all the venues that events are being held at this week! From the BBQ place, Band Shell, Embarcadaro Building, Tower Club, etc! See y'all next week! The Mean Green Nation is On the Rise, turning Big D GREEN! ParksAndRecRick .