New England's love affair with the Space Emperor begins

Submitted by Tim Waymen on
Just look at how many times Zoltan is mentioned here. The Boston media is already amazed at how much of a wave a fifth-round punter has made. If they only knew... Not only that, but another article says that the Space Emperor is guaranteed a spot on the roster. But the most amazing part of the article (and arguably the most important moment in the history of the written word):
“It’s kind of weird to be known as a punter. Yeah, I have a weird name that’s easily recognizable or recallable. I’m just being myself, doing my thing. It’s just the fans kind of took to it. It wasn’t my doing in any way, shape or form. I was being myself. It kind of just happened on its own. I’m very thankful it happened because I’m accepting of all things that come my way.” --Mesko, on his cult following in Michigan and (soon to be) New England. Mesko has been given a number of nicknames, and he says “The Space Emperor of Space” is his favorite.
Rich Garven of The Worcester Telegram recognizes the awesomeness that is Zoltan the Great. Lastly, this was featured in today’s Sports section of The Boston Globe. I fear for the author’s life, for he has committed the egregious sin of referring to the Space Emperor by His last name. I don’t even want to know what the gods demand for his atonement. Sheesh, no wonder print journalism is dying.

Sven_Da_M

April 25th, 2010 at 2:47 PM ^

Here's the link to the Zoltan story that's broken above: http://www.nesn.com/2010/04/former-michigan-punter-zoltan-mesko-should-… And here's the link to the store that has the original Zoltan shirt: http://mgostore.spreadshirt.com/zoltan-space-emperor-A1472765/customize… Other stuff (including another ZM shirts): http://mgostore.spreadshirt.com/ Unfortunately the other Zoltan thread has been polluted by the dunce of the day... Hopefully this design can be brought back by popular demand; could be a best seller in New England...

MGoBender

April 25th, 2010 at 2:54 PM ^

This really hits home how much I'm gonna miss having Zoltan on this team. I kinda wish I had a #41 jersey so one day I can tell my kids about the greatest punter - nay, non-mortal - in the history of college football.

Fresh Meat

April 25th, 2010 at 3:24 PM ^

My friend from New Hampshire called me to ask about "that punter we got from Michigan" and at that moment I realized just how difficult it was to explain the sheer magnitude of Zoltan's awesomeness.

iheartlarryfoote

April 25th, 2010 at 3:44 PM ^

Our incoming freshman punter Will Hagerup will probably have a great career and be a great punter. Unfportunately he could never come close to living up to the legend that is Zoltan Mesko. Hagerup may punt the ball almost as well as Zoltan but he couldn't possibly be as cool and his name isn't Zoltan Mesko. God bless you Zoltan!

SoCalGoBlue

April 25th, 2010 at 6:17 PM ^

While I'm sure it won't surprise anyone here, I just discovered today (while making fun of Lendale White and his tequila chugging problem with my USC friend) that the Emperor did more reps on the bench at the combine than Lendale. There should be an over/under on how many pounds Lendale puts back on now that he's back under the tutelage of Carroll.

Nantucket Blue

April 26th, 2010 at 8:20 AM ^

The game was boring. The best thing was watching The Space Emperor boot punts across the field and 2 dozen rows up the stands before the scrimmage. So many dudes out here already have the Brady man crush. I can't wait until they have the full on Emperor worship.