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Karma’s a Bitch!
Posted by Terry Apodaca in Football, Red Raiders, Sports, Texas Tech on October 16, 2007
I don’t mind a little ribbing or some healthy chatter between two teams (rivals) when it’s game week. But it seems more and more often that others are actually taking shots (at us) rather than just making it fun.
What was it, TCU told us that we wouldn’t score a single touchdown in route to a 70-35 lose when they came to The Jone. Yeah, right. Now Javorskie Lane guaranteed a win for the Ags Lubbock. We are all aware of how that turned out. Shortly after that was released, Danny Gorrer referred to himself in third person:
“he’s got to bring his A-game when he faces Danny Gorrer. I’m looking forward to playing him. May the best man win.”
When talking about covering Michael (Crabman) Crabtree. And again, we all know how that turned out.
Karma’s a Bitch eh? Gorrer: Gorrer Out For Season
Nothing against the young man and I wish him well and a fast recovery. Just find it funny that when the opposing team decides to run their mouth in public, and have it reported in several media outlets…it’s going to bit you in the ass….
Texas Tech vs Texas A&M
Posted by Terry Apodaca in Football, Red Raiders, Sports, Texas Tech on October 15, 2007
Well, Tech does it again, and in good fashion with their 35 – 7 smashing of the aggies. Thought most would enjoy this photo of the scoreboard:
Real or Fark(ed)
Posted by Terry Apodaca in Football, Humor, Sports on September 12, 2007
Ever seen a number (sticker) knocked off the helmet of a football player?
Though you can’t really make the call based on the photos alone (its not hard to photoshop such things, but then again this is coming from a creditable source – AP)…hmmm…what do all of you think?
Texas Tech Football
Posted by Terry Apodaca in Football, Red Raiders, Sports, Texas Tech on August 22, 2007
Well, I haven’t updated in a while. Sorry about that. Here’s a quick update.
Summer is almost over for the kids. They start Monday (August 27th). It’s been a long summer it feels like…but lots of cool things have gone on. I wish I had more time to talk about it too…but with this new job, Marla’s new job, Sports around the corner, and Randy coming into town…I just haven’t found the time.
I’ll try to send over more updates on a more regular basis too.
I guess the main focus for this post is to kick off Tech Football!!! 12 days and counting. Come on Labor Day!!!
Raider Power Spirit & Sportsmanship Campaign Announced
Posted by Terry Apodaca in Basketball, Football, Red Raiders, Sports, Texas Tech on July 27, 2007
Campaign is a combined effort on behalf of Texas Tech and the Lubbock community
July 26, 2007
Raider Power Spirit and Sportsmanship Campaign
LUBBOCK, Texas. – Texas Tech Athletics unveiled its Raider Power Spirit and Sportsmanship Campaign today designed to enhance school spirit and promote healthy sportsmanship across the university campus and the city of Lubbock.
The Raider Power Campaign is a joint effort on behalf of athletics, the university, the City of Lubbock, the Lubbock Chamber of Commerce and various community leaders. This is the first official organized spirit/sportsmanship campaign done through athletics and has been officially adopted by Mayor David Miller on behalf of the city of Lubbock.
Sportsmanship across the landscape of sport is increasingly becoming an issue that numerous organizations at the high school, collegiate and professional ranks are being forced to address. The Big 12 Conference has adopted a spectator code of conduct and Texas Tech’s campaign will follow closely along the guidelines set forth by the league.
“Sportsmanship and the spirit in which we support our teams are important to us,” said Gerald Myers, Director of Athletics. “We have a loyal and outstanding fan base, but there are areas of spirit and sportsmanship that can be improved.
The objective of the campaign is to promote spirit and sportsmanship by defining a popular Red Raider cheer “Raider Power” as: Honor, Respect, Pride and Tradition. Through these four simple words, Texas Tech hopes to maintain a distinct home field advantage yet unify Red Raider fans through this objective.
“Texas Tech teams are tough to play against at home,” said Myers. “That reputation must be maintained and developed for all sports, and it can be done with class and respect for opposing fans, teams and officials. Be loud and stay late and let the opponents experience a Raider Power crowd that is 100% partisan for Texas Tech. Do it with class by eliminating profanity directed toward opponents, throwing objects on the fields and courts, and other disparaging remarks toward opponents and officials.”
This comprehensive campaign will set forth to educate our fan base on the importance of being a good sportsman and raising the bar in regards to school spirit. Passion and rivalry both play major roles in the excitement of college sports but that energy should be used in a positive manner that celebrates the accomplishment and sacrifices of all student-athletes.
Through this effort, Texas Tech will bring together its student-athletes, coaches and fans to rally under one common ground and make Lubbock, Texas the home of the best fans in college athletics. Raider Power.
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