ParksAndRecRick

GoMeanGreen.Com has always proved to be one of the closest groups associated with the University of North Texas...and I asking for your assistance. As most of you know, I am the Director of Parks and Recreation for the City of Grand Prairie. As of last Friday, we have been the host of 90 evacuees from New Orleans at our two recreation centers in Grand Prairie. It has been a very rewarding experience for all of us as we help these wonderful folks begin creating a new life. I know a lot of you have already assisted in your commnunity, but I would like to ask your assistance at our home opener against Tulsa. We are in need of Suitcases. Our folks are mainly families. They all came from the Superdome, so ya'll have read what they went through. Many were able to keep a few of the clothes and such, but only had garbage bags. If you feel you could bring a suitcase or two please so post. I am hoping to bring some of the folks to the game....and I will have the availability to bring a trailer to bring them the suitcases. Thanks so much for showing yet another reason why it is GRAND to be GREEN! ParksAndRecRick Rick Herold rherold@gptx.org office email 460.371.7352 cell

Ya'll are always GRAND hosts! I remember a few years back when a band came by in the back of a pick-up and stopped by to play your fight song. Look forward to seein' ya'll Saturday. ParksAndRecRick

Great looking tickets......With Rick V we just get more BIG time every year! And, the media guide is awesome! As Georgio says, "We Believe In the Mean Green!" ParksAndRecRick

"It's never too late.....from what might have been"!

Gang, I know you have had plenty to say in the past about the NT EXES, but we are really dedicated to continue to improve. President Fincher has us involved in the formation of a new Strategic Plan and our staff is commited to create Chapters and build a strong force for the Mean Green. The gomeangreen.com family has more passion for our GRAND university than anyone! We truly want to be a great "team". I sincerely hope you will give us a chance to show you that we really want YOU! Hope to see ya Saturday at the scrimmage! ParksAndRecRick Rick Herold President-Elect North Texas EXES

MedPilot well said. TJ is a great kid. He has trouble academically, but that is one of the reasons why we got him anyway. Seriously, one of my friends says their isn't a better kid in the world. Let's support TJ. I sincerely hopes he hangs in their and gets another shot. You can not put ourselves into TJ's spot or his life.... From one Grand Prairie product to another, ParksAndRecRick

Would appreciate where we could print a numerical roster. I have printed the 2-deep line-up from the Mean Green report. Thanks MeanGreenFamily! ParksAndRecRick

Sorry gang! Didn't see it already posted with pix! Awesome. ParksAndRecRick

I had a meeting at UNT today and I stopped to look at the huge Cobbs/Thomas banner which covered the ENTIRE back of the press box. Didn't have a camera to take a shot....but, yet another emotional addition to the House of the Mean. Look forward to seein' everyone tommorrow morning! ParksAndRecRick

My apologies MeanGreenFreak! Just missed your post. There is only one thing I can do.... Take someone from my high school.............The Great Georgio! George Dunham the Legendary Voice of the Mean Green! And, MeanGreenFreak...I'm always there to assist ya! Rick

One Word: "WOW"!

Looking forward to seein' ya'll! ParksAndRecRick

ParksAndRecRick is proud to pick next. And, I am proud to stay with another home boy from Grand Prairie....the town that brought your Nick Zuniga! It is with pleasure we pick T.J. "Big Cat" Raymond. I believe the Warrior is ready to rock in 2005! See ya Saturday! Rick

Sec tion 303 Row 4 See ya at the Show! Go Mean Green! ParksAndRecRick

I was in both stores on Saturday and at present I would say the Campus book store has more of the new logos.....t-shirts and sweats. I bought my new camp from lids internet site...but, they might be available locally.

The Other Rick (as in Parks and Rec) is also in for $50. Thanks for creating all the Mean Green Fun! ParksAndRecRick

It takes the GrandPrairieCaravan about 1 hour to arrive for Mean Green Tailgate Magic. Can't wait to see all our Pals as we kick off the 2005 season! And, in the meantime...come visit Prairie Lakes Golf Course and TangleRidge Golf Club....they are both GREEN friendly! ParksAndRecRick

Count ParksAndRecRick in for the first one against Indiana. Let me know what to bring.

Gang, I have two FREE courtside tickets for Baylor...unfortunately, my schedule will not allow me to attend. The only problem is you will have to pick them up Tuesday in GP. Email at work if interested: rherold@gptx.org Sit on the floor...and root the Green to another victory! "I BELIEVE IN THE MEAN GREEN"!!!!!

First of all....if any of you are not at the Mean Green donation level to get into the Club before the game....please try to upgrade your Mean Green Donation for next season. What a great time it is.... Awesome FREE food and yes, FREE beverages! And, more importantly, a great time to meet other Mean Green Club Members! Met some new folks Saturday night, had great food from Ruby's Diner (have never been...but I am going now) and lots of fun. And, weren't the kids fun last night! My kuddos to the parents, Scout leaders and the such cause most of them stayed the entire game! Gosh, they had a good time. And, when the left you could see lots of cold drink cups and such left behind! That can't hurt! Pep band was great last night...and every one was in GREEN. Thanks Gang! And, we had some moments where it looked like we were getting back into the game. Injuries have taken their tole...but, JJ will bring the boys back! It's was really a great time.... And, when we left the court before the end of the first half. All the WKU players and coaches were laughing. But, when we made the basket...those smiles turned to complaints! Lots of great moments. And, I know wins are around the corner! ParksAndRecRickStillBelivesInTheMeanGreen

Howdy. ParksAndRecRick is Rick Herold. BS'84 and MS'85 from UNT in Recreation Managment. Have been an Adjunct Professor at UNT and served a 6-year stint on the Recreation and Leisure Studies Advisory Committee. Started my career in The Colony and proudly served the citizens of Euless for 15 years with the last 12 years the Director of Parks and Community Services. Recently made the jump to Grand Prairie where I serve as Director of Parks and Recreation. Extremely proud to be a member of the MeanGreenNationFamily and look forward to all the great games and times we share together. Currently, a Mean Green Club Member and serving my second year on the North Texas EXES Board of Directors. Was honored to win the Spirit Award from the University in 2002. Last year made all the home games as well as Texas, TCU, Arizona and the great road trip to MTSU. Look forward to seeing ya'll at the Spring Game. And, if your in Grand Prairie come by and say hello (and don't forget TangleRidge Golf Course and Lone Star Park)!

Well said Mark. Merry Christmas to you and all the Mean Green Nation. What a great 2002 is was..... And, the future has never looked more Bright Green! Rick Herold AKA ParksAndRecRick

Rangers need to return to their Red. Did bring us to Divisional Championships and was a great look. Blue sux! How about GREEN!

Of course ParksAndRecRick is going....plus bringing 3 others. JJ-Ball: It's all Green and all Mean!!! Give em hell Boys!!!!! ParksAndRecRick

In Basketball this Friday!!!! Sorry Mean Green Nation, but I didn't want ya to forget JJ Ball this Friday at Moody Coliseum at SMU! Let's pack Moody with the Mean Green Nation!!!! And, let's wear our Nawlins Regalia!!!! "ParksAndRecRick says let's make them GREEN WITH ENVY"!!!!