Mike Martin is a Good Guy
I just wanted to say that I was happy to see Mike Martin be such a nice guy. It's refreshing to see our football players interact with the fans in such a positive manner. During the Big Chill, Mike Marin was in Section 9 and someone behind me recognized him and called out "Mike Martin!" Mike turned around and said hi and glad handed for a little bit before headed over to his seat.
Every time Mike went up and left to get food or something, the same fan would always shout out "Mike Martin." Now, it seems that would get annoying a little bit, but Mike took it all in stride and always acknowledged the guy with a smile.
While MIke was making his way up at the end of the game, the guy behind me's little brother was wondering if Mike would take a picture with him. He was nervous when Mike walked by but Mike saw him and said hi and then the kid asked to take a picture and Mike said "of course" and took a picture and shook the kid's hand.
Now, is this something crazy that would have never happened? No, but it's refreshing to see our players be good guys to the fans that recognize him (and who may or may not have been annoying him). I like seeing that from our players.
This probably didn't deserve it's own forum topic, but still - great to see.
I hope he dominates him some Relf on January 1st.
December 13th, 2010 at 10:28 PM ^
Deserving of its own thread? Maybe not, but I certainly love hearing stories like this.
December 13th, 2010 at 10:54 PM ^
Yeah, I'd rather have another CC or B10 logo thread.
December 13th, 2010 at 10:29 PM ^
This absolutely deserved its own thread, I love hearing about these kids. I swear, every time I think I've found the classiest, nicest guy on the team, something like this comes up. It's not a bad problem to have.
December 13th, 2010 at 10:32 PM ^
Love these guys.
December 13th, 2010 at 10:31 PM ^
seats did he take in the section?
December 13th, 2010 at 10:34 PM ^
Probably one seat, is the arm space he takes up I'd be worried about. Those guns are as wide as the bombers flying over pregame.
December 13th, 2010 at 10:45 PM ^
He seems like a guy with a big heart, but has a mean streak on the field. The perfect Michigan Wolverine.
December 13th, 2010 at 10:32 PM ^
Nice to know that the beast has a heart that shows some kindness even though he won't hesitate to smash a competitor to the turf. In both cases I'm sure he's smiling.
December 13th, 2010 at 10:33 PM ^
Typical CC kid, great work ethic and a great person.
December 13th, 2010 at 10:40 PM ^
what does the coaching change have to do with this?
WILL IT EVER STOP????
(i'm joking)
December 13th, 2010 at 10:53 PM ^
Exactly. I didn't know him well when I was there, but he was a very nice and humble guy.
December 14th, 2010 at 10:13 AM ^
he terrified me in the weight room. he was huge then too...but there was one day when a certain coach showed up and actually took up more space in the halls. Hint-His name rhymes with marley cheiss
December 13th, 2010 at 11:14 PM ^
I wouldn't say typical for a CC kid, I've met plenty that have 1/8th the heart of Martin, but granted I did go to Brother Rice...
December 14th, 2010 at 12:07 AM ^
a HUGE stretch to say "typical CC kid". While I do know plenty of nice CC guys, it is definitely not a breeding ground of good character. Let's just say the students don't necessarily practice what the school preaches.
having said that, Mike Martin is a boss in all aspects of life.
December 14th, 2010 at 1:10 PM ^
No need to paint with such a big brush. The stereotypes you are implying are probably based on next to nothing. Where have I heard a group of people mock a student body for being arrogant asses before? It's one thing to rag on a rival high school, but at some point we have to grow up and form our own opinions.
December 14th, 2010 at 4:10 PM ^
I am a typical (ex) CC-guy. RIP Father Donoher
December 14th, 2010 at 9:55 AM ^
I did my student teaching at CC when Mike was a senior, and the guy is legit. A very standup kid and I'm glad he's still the same.
December 13th, 2010 at 10:33 PM ^
Probably made the kids day. I would bet that picture is already hanging (or framed) in his room.
December 14th, 2010 at 12:08 AM ^
people under the age of 40 don't actually print pictures anymore, brah.
December 13th, 2010 at 10:34 PM ^
Love these kinds of stories. This deserves its own thread more so than half of the board.
December 13th, 2010 at 10:36 PM ^
December 13th, 2010 at 10:48 PM ^
Kevin Koger is also a good guy. During the Big Chill, he said to me, "I love you, man" and I got a boner.
December 13th, 2010 at 10:51 PM ^
I sat next to the guy always yelling Mike Martin whenever he walked by!
December 13th, 2010 at 11:02 PM ^
My uncle is part of the coaching staff at DCC. My uncle always talked highly of Mike Martin and said that he's a very nice guy.
December 13th, 2010 at 11:05 PM ^
One more reason to love the team, the team, the team.
December 13th, 2010 at 11:07 PM ^
It's an overstatement, but he represents his college, high school and family extremely well.
December 13th, 2010 at 11:47 PM ^
if mike martin were to wrestle a bear, who would win?
December 13th, 2010 at 11:56 PM ^
of course.
December 14th, 2010 at 12:02 AM ^
Ditka?
December 14th, 2010 at 12:55 PM ^
the bear's name is "Ditka."
December 14th, 2010 at 12:39 AM ^
Terrence Robinson, duh!
December 14th, 2010 at 12:57 AM ^
is zee 2nd greatest of alls time!!! Rich rod is ZEE greatest!!! Mike Martin for Heismans and zee #1 picks in zee NFLs drafts.
December 14th, 2010 at 2:02 AM ^
We went to high school together, but I don't see him around often. He said no one was really concentrating on the coaching situation. He was just pumped to be in pads again on the field and can't wait until the team gets to Florida. He sounded most excited about the Oakleys. Among other things we discussed: his excitement at some big snowbank on the field and his subsequent disappointment that he couldn't go jump in it, and his insatiable hunger for some curly fries as soon as he saw that mascot
December 14th, 2010 at 4:16 AM ^
That sounds like Hyuge he is a fing beast
December 14th, 2010 at 9:17 AM ^
And resisted yelling "Mike Martin!" and asking him about his ankles (also saw him out that night FWIW)
But on his way into the stadium he sounded so excited to be in the stands. He was walking down the aisle saying "lets go blue!" he just seemed so pumped
As a recent grad I couldn't have had the little-kid-asking-for-a-picture moment, but he was awesome
December 14th, 2010 at 9:27 AM ^
Is it bad I read the title as 'Chris Martin is a Good Guy'? As in the BTN announcer. Man, am I disappointed...
December 14th, 2010 at 3:10 PM ^
The first thing I thought of when I saw "Chris Martin" in your post was the lead singer of Coldplay. I envy you for your better impulsive association.
December 14th, 2010 at 9:40 AM ^
that Mike Martin is a good guy. Some good kids on this team!
December 14th, 2010 at 10:10 AM ^
his facebook page shows more of him takng pics with and helping out young kids. I forget the motto, but its something about working on and off the field.
December 14th, 2010 at 10:50 AM ^
fortunate enough to go to a practice earlier in the season. All the players treated him great. Many came up to him unsolicited and introduced themselves to him. It was a thrill I know he will remember for all time.
December 14th, 2010 at 5:36 PM ^
He is an awesome kid. I tailgated next to his parents before the ND game last season on the golf course. He met up with his parents after the game and was giving all of the kids high fives and taking pictures with him.