Thanks To Sumg All Year Long!

untcampbell · November 27, 2007

Just wanted to thank John McDowell for posting the reminders about the Todd Dodge Show all year. Today, you posted this would likely be the last show of the year...it was!

I missed every show this year, mostly work-related, and would have missed this one had the reminder not come up.

It was great to see the show, and to say hi to some of the regulars. It was interesting to hear the replays of some of the big plays at the Show. The "crowd" sounds great on the radio!

Ian and I went up to meet Coach Dodge....didn't want to whip him too much but commented about getting to sit by his wife at the Ark St game (great lady) and how I have never had more fun being an NT fan. He took time to make Ian's day, telling my 11 year old,

"Maybe you will be playing for the Mean Green some day, Ian." Made my day, too!

On the way to the car, Ian told me how impressed he was with Coach Dodge, and the way "he explains everything in such detail."

We froze our butts off at the game, but we agreed there is no place we would rather be than watching NT play football on a Saturday night. I am already having withdrawals.

Others already have said it, but props to the band. They did a great job in miserable conditions...and boy did we need them on that side of the field.

I couldn't believe the greatness of Maurice Holman. In fact, all the seniors played out of their minds...true leadership in adverse conditions.

Brock Stickler had some unbelievable catches in the first series or two. Aaron Weathers...defensive MVP for the season.

Thanks to my Little Brother Jason Peacock and pals for giving Ian and I some "Unspiked Hot Chocolate" at halftime....made all the difference in the second half.

I really wish I was better at asking names at the games. I was amazed at a number of people who were under-dressed (not enough warm clothes) for the conditions that stuck it out to the end. I wish I had taken the time to talk to each of the idiots that joined us in those conditions...true hard core!

Some of my best times, sadly, have been at games that very few others saw. You just feel a true kinship with these folks that say: "I have 5-6 opportunities a year (sometimes fewer) to see my school play football. I am going to be there." I flew in from a business trip for the Navy game from New Orleans that Saturday morning, flew back that night, but I wasn't going to miss that game. I had a hernia repair on Monday so I would be healed enough to go to the game Saturday. This is not a put down of anyone that didn't show, but I will PRAISE those that were there!!!!

I was real impressed with the post game show, the radio show, etc. that Hank and Todd, and George tonight focused on those that are there, not just Saturday but all year! We had a wonderful year, historically, attendance-wise, and frankly, I blame no one for not coming to this last game...but I love those that made it.

One other funny comment from Ian, when we walked into the stadium: "There were more here for the Spring game!"

Edited November 27, 2007 by untcampbell

FirefightnRick · November 27, 2007

Yes, thank you John for keeping us updated on the shows and for all you do. It's been a fantastic year having you back home again.

Rick

meangreen2018 · November 27, 2007

Yeah, Thanks. We wouldn't have came if you hadn't posted that.

P.S:Thanks for mentioning me dad!

Edited November 27, 2007 by meangreen2018

GoMeanGreen1999 · November 27, 2007

For those like myself, who have had class and trainning each monday night - I thank you. Have been great reminders and recaps all season long.

KRAM1 · November 27, 2007

Way to go, John....A true Mean Green Fan! See you at the BB games! :clapping:

SUMG · November 27, 2007

Hey thanks for the nice words. But, I must say...I'm not the only one who has posted things about TD's show. KRAM1, East Texas MG, Corinth Eagle, greenjoe, drex and others have helped to keep everyone updated, as well.

Here's a neat tidbit from last night's show: Todd Dodge pointed out that he still talks every Wednesday night-----to Chase Daniel. I'm hoping like crazy that Chase is one of the Heisman finalists. It wouldn't surprise me, at all, if TD was in the audience, as part of the Daniel entourage.