UM is sending "care packages" to former players
I saw this Instagram from Kenny Demens regarding a set of UM gears and stickers as gifts. I do not think we are sending it to all former players -- too expensive. It must be going to players from last year. Nice gesture.
There's a "That's not OT" debate that will soon arrive in this thread. Just a heads up.
This is the way all title controversies should be handled. There really is no reason to get so worked up over the presence or absence of two letters. If it's wrong, someone fix it and we'll move on. The title doesn't change the content of the post, and in the case of an informative title with incorrect OT, it doesn't even change your understanding of what's contained in the post.
There is a Subject bar to every reply on this thread. Could you guys PLEASE label it META so that I do not have to bother myself with reading the contents of this subthread? I've got big things I could be doing, if not bogged down by these posts.
August 7th, 2013 at 12:08 PM ^
that people wouldn't label things as OT that aren't OT if people weren't so quick to comment that something IS in fact OT.
Could a school do something like this but instead send cash? Then the implication is come to our school and we'll pay you... after you're done.
They no sooner leave school than someone starts paying them huge bonuses and insane salaries. We should report all of this activity to the NCAA.
Even better, is if boosters get together and start up a fund.
Saw the same thing on Roundtree's twitter the other day..
Wonder if they're just going out to the guys who made NFL squads, given the first line of the letter. It would make sense from a marketing and publicity standpoint - if even one of our grads wears Michigan gear in a presser where he previously wouldn't have, it probably makes it a worthwhile investment by the AD. Plus it's just one more way to keep successful grads in the family, which is always good.
Brandon Graham posted a picture of his care package on Instagram in the last week sometime too...can't find it right now though.
Black rather than Blue!
I have nothing more to say
Very cool.
and it's a great idea.
Gholston just put a picture of a care package he got too. I like this, shows that the schools still care about the kid after he's gone.
of Mattison doing... something on the sideline
http://www.totalprosports.com/2013/05/30/coach-gifs/#22
This is a pretty awesome idea, and as someone mentioned, it is about building and maintaining the Michigan family. So many give so much to the university, but perhaps few if any give more of themselves than the athletes who represent Michigan on the field.
August 7th, 2013 at 11:22 AM ^
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August 7th, 2013 at 12:19 PM ^
didn't always work for Domino's. He also worked before that for Valassis inserts, the coupon company. So, he also tried to help people to save money. Now he's in the business of raising money at maximizing profits for a well respected athletic department of a major university.
Take a look at the whole picture before judging. Try to understand the background.
before he worked for Valassis, he worked long hard hours for a fellow named Bo, with the reward of a single appearance. Just keep telling the part of the story that suits you. You are right, though, something smells.
August 7th, 2013 at 10:02 AM ^
I'm not sure if you're serious, but if you are...can we stop criticizing Dave Brandon for every move he makes. It's becoming a Johnny Manziel type obsession for some of our fans. I think you're reading way too much into this. He (or more accurately; the athletic department, not just him) is trying to foster relationships with our alumni.
You don't like him, I get it. Let's give it a break.
EDIT: Meant as a reply for the post above.
August 7th, 2013 at 12:14 PM ^
It was a nice gift from the University to former players, nothing more, nothing less.
gear from the school they sweated and toiled for our benefit? I think it's a classy move and clearly it helps maintain alumni relations and pursuit of the almighty donation. But it's just good business.
And it actually reinforces a certain notion that Brandon, as a former player, probably personally appreciates, having the school extend its hand to you and recalling your service in a thoughtful way.
And when the question of the day is about whether schools benefit from their players on-field achievement, the schools also recognize that its reputation is only strengthened by old school ties. Sending more gear out to the guys is a small price to pay.
Look at this way, they could always sign it and make money with a few brokers.