I am going to the Outback Bowl Team Luncheon
So I am headed to the team luncheon today at the convention center in Tampa. I didn't know if anyone has attended a similar event and had any idea what kind of access to the players and coaches I may have. I went to the contract signing a couple of weeks ago and got some pics with Coach Hoke but I was only able to chat with him for about 30 seconds. The coaches were kind of in and out at the contract signing. I assume since it is an hour lunch with both teams that once the food is done there will likely be some time to mingle but I honestly don't know.
December 28th, 2012 at 9:05 AM ^
Rub it in why don't ya.
I'm having Subway for Lunch, so there.
December 28th, 2012 at 9:23 AM ^
Unless you're playing USC, then you have to factor in the douchebag time.
Edit: USC = Trojans
December 28th, 2012 at 9:18 AM ^
I just want to make the most of my time. I will have my 11 month old there and would like to get some pics with some of the guys with him so I can have that for him when he gets older. I have to hook him early to keep him from going toward the dark side.
December 28th, 2012 at 9:36 AM ^
Not taking it as rubbing it in...post above was just expressing some friendly jealousy. My advice, get as many pics with as many of the players or coaches as you can. It'll definitely be something you wish you could slow down time for and enjoy every moment, but tomorrow you'll have those pics and it'll be worth it. My dad has a picture of him with Bo from a luncheon several years ago and its such a cool thing for him to have.
December 28th, 2012 at 9:40 AM ^
I figured you didn't think I was gloating but I wanted to be sure. Oh and a little advice...don't go to Subway man. That place is terrible. Just about any local place would be better. Now I am jealous of the Bo pic. That would be amazing to have something like that.
December 28th, 2012 at 9:48 AM ^
who was going to Subway. Not for lunch anyway. haha... Jersey Mikes is where its at though.
Yeah, its a great picture and I'm sure I have a copy of it somewhere. I'll keep it forever. The old man was at UM with Tom Harmon, fraternity brother of Don Canham...Michigan sports will be part of the DNA until the day I die.
December 28th, 2012 at 10:24 AM ^
December 28th, 2012 at 10:52 AM ^
I'm usually a 'traditionalist' but started using that avatar last year when Michigan had the numbers on the helmets. I'll see if I can find something else to use now that my current avatar is "so 2011"
But, regardless...mine is better because....well....its mine.
December 28th, 2012 at 12:25 PM ^
FloridaBlue appears to be a fan of the matte finish. There is a proper sheen on the bottom helmet.
December 28th, 2012 at 9:21 AM ^
a pic of your 11 month old with denard would be about the best way to get that baby to be a michigan fan for life!
December 28th, 2012 at 9:23 AM ^
Bring me back a Bloomin' Onion?
You're the best. I owe you one.
December 28th, 2012 at 9:28 AM ^
Not to brag or anything, but three years ago, I had lunch with Taylor Lewan and Patrick Omameh at the Women's Football Academy (she says, thoroughly impressed with herself).
December 28th, 2012 at 9:34 AM ^
I bet Lewan is a riot.
December 28th, 2012 at 10:02 AM ^
I lived in Scottsdale as a kid, so we had that in common. Very personable guy.
December 28th, 2012 at 9:40 AM ^
At Women's Football Academy camp...
December 28th, 2012 at 10:06 AM ^
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December 28th, 2012 at 10:17 AM ^
Who said lunch? I better get over to Blimpies before the line up.
December 28th, 2012 at 10:20 AM ^
December 28th, 2012 at 11:57 AM ^
Ok you can't just make a statement like that and not explain yourself...
December 28th, 2012 at 10:00 PM ^
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December 28th, 2012 at 1:19 PM ^
When do you pass out cigars?
December 28th, 2012 at 4:17 PM ^
How many Courics?
December 28th, 2012 at 11:07 AM ^
Cap N' Crunch & pixie sticks 627 ft. above sea level.
December 28th, 2012 at 12:32 PM ^
I should probably point out however than unlike Brian's soup, my thermos is full of Drambuie.
December 28th, 2012 at 12:39 PM ^
+100 to you then, good Sir.
December 28th, 2012 at 1:18 PM ^
Drambuie straight? No scotch? My palate finds that offensive.
December 28th, 2012 at 11:22 AM ^
Like the last one was? Or is this just for Michigan?
December 28th, 2012 at 2:29 PM ^
It was over so fast. I did get a pic with Denard and Jake Ryan with my wife and 11 month old though so it was worth it.
December 28th, 2012 at 2:33 PM ^
Don't just SIT there...post a pic or something! :-)
December 28th, 2012 at 11:35 AM ^
and don't forget they will be at Busch Gardens tomorrow. there's a great area for little toddlers and it's supposed to be nice. i am bringing my kids - but make sure if you want to ride any roller coasters to buy the Fast Pass - it will be a packed park manana. that's what she said.
December 28th, 2012 at 11:58 AM ^
I'm on lunch break eating leftover pizza. Hold please.
~Peggy
December 28th, 2012 at 1:19 PM ^
Delivery Gyro.A garlicy lunch for a day I can best describe as garlicy.
December 28th, 2012 at 1:47 PM ^
One of our construction contractors brought in jerk chicken, Jamaican oxtail & rice stew and coco bread.
Mmm...Mmm...
December 28th, 2012 at 1:58 PM ^
A #6 with a breadstick and a diet Coke, which is also going to be the epitaph on my tombstone.