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Post by costampede45 on Jul 12, 2008 0:17:22 GMT -5
Hey Mark,
I am truly sorry to hear about your grandfather's passing. Sounds to me he had great influence with you and so many youngsters in football, 30 years coaching Pop Warner! That is just awesome! He must have been a very good teacher and mentor too. Congratulations on your marriage too, I hope she is a football fan! You seem to be keeping busy with life, and you're playing talents have landed you some truly great opportunities to keep playing, "the greatest game on this planet!"
I am curious now, Mark, are the professional teams part of the NFL Europe scene? And what Division III schools have contacted you? Either way, you are getting some really fine calls and that is just awesome!
All the best to you Mark, your new bride-to-be, and stay in touch about your future with football too.
You're grand-dad is looking down with a huge, proud smile as well!
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Post by costampede45 on Jul 14, 2008 11:12:44 GMT -5
I am most appreciative of our great Oregon Football League. Our Commissioner, Ipo Ross, and the owner/player/coach of the Umqua Valley Knights, Bion Mills, presented me with the Chris Smith Inspirational Player Award after our All-Star game this past weekend in Myrtle Creek, Oregon.
I just wanted to let all you players out there know that the Oregon Football League has grown in leaps and bounds and is THE PLACE to re-locate and play some good old nasty football. If interested, let me know or checkout our website: Oregon Football League. com
We are a force to be reckoned with! We feature THREE ex-starters for the University of Oregon Ducks in our league:
Donald Haynes Jr.- WR Robin Knebel- OT Kenny Washington- RB
And our Player of the Year was the ex-QB for the Portland State Vikings: Russell Schneider.
Now, that IS some talent to play with and against!
Come and get SOME!!!!
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Post by costampede45 on Jul 17, 2008 10:48:20 GMT -5
Also, if you really want to consider Oregon as a state to play your semi-professional football, remember that we have teams in all of the following areas:
-Medford -Klamath Falls -Brookings -Bend -Portland (2 different teams) -Oregon City -Springfield -Eugene -Roseburg
Oregon football is outstanding, our league and Commisioner has been around now for 12 years, we are growing rapidly, and we play an intense, hard hitting, wide open attack style of ball over here.
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Post by costampede45 on Jul 23, 2008 9:53:46 GMT -5
OH MAN OH MAN... NOW I AM INSPIRED!!!
Check THIS one out!!!
Hail to the elders of the tribe!
Bonawitz plays Liberty football despite being 70 Trevor Peterson, WDAY, Published Monday, July 07, 2008 Fargo, ND (WDAY TV) - When the F-M Liberty Semi-Pro football team began this year, it gave guys the chance to do something they never thought they'd get to do again; play tackle football. Bob Bonawitz was one of those that couldn't resist the urge. It didn't matter to him that he was 70 years old.
When Bob Bonawitz approached Liberty Head Coach Dale heffron about playing for his semi-pro football team he said, “I asked him if he'd been drinking a lot.”
Heffron eventually agreed to let him be on the team, as a linebacker. So, 54 years after Bonawitz' last football game in 1954, the former Moorhead Spud got to fulfill a dream more than a half century in the making, by the way, how did Bob's wife take the news?
RELATED CONTENT 70 year-old playing for the Liberty
“She was kind of prepared because I started flying planes and didn't tell her, so then when I told her about football, she was pretty calm.
Bonawitz doesn't practice with the team, he lives 2 and a half hours away in Willmar, but he has suited up for all but one game and his teammates remember the first time they saw him in pads.
Michael Bryant: “A wave went thru the sideline. A few guys noticed, they a few others. Finally, it was like, should that guy really have pads on?"
Bonawitz quickly endeared himself to his new teammates. He only plays when the Liberty are up big late in games. Although he missed being the oldest person to ever play organized American football by two years, that wasn't really the point.
“I wanted to show people when you're 70, life isn't over. I've had a lot of people tell me it's given them the impetus to do something, too. I don't even remember how I got this crazy idea, but it's been one of the most enjoyable experiences I’ve had for a long time.”
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Post by costampede45 on Jul 26, 2008 17:19:00 GMT -5
AN ETERNAL BAPTISM IN THE ENDZONE
By Bill Hoffman
At five foot five and a buck fifty-five,
I’ve heard the doubt all of my life.
In Boy’s Club football, I read their looks,
“Another dreamer whose read too many books”.
But I loved to HIT, my only chance,
To show the coaches that I could “dance”.
I won their hearts, but not their minds,
Most Inspirational, just to be kind???
I got cut during Hell Week, in ninth grade,
“You’ve got the heart, not the body, I’m afraid…”
Words that echoed deep in my soul,
“KEEP FIGHTING BACK!” became my inner voice’s goal.
Finally in High School, I made the team,
Playing under Friday Night Lights was living a childhood dream.
Although I got in sparingly, I got in my licks,
Earned some respect, had a lot of kicks.
In JUCO ball, the coaches loved my style,
“THE FALCON” on special teams, there was no denial!
Believe it or not, a “walk on” at San Diego State!
That dream lasted till I pulled my hammie in the 40 and did 5.8!
So for 24 years, the dream went dormant,
The game eluded me, but the need to be part of it was torment!
I found the Oregon Football League, and two seasons went by,
The enthusiasm as a seven year old once again was alive!
Alas, in The Dalles, after 45 years…
The fog of doubt lifted, washed away by sweet tears.
An eternal baptism in that glorious endzone,
On a five yard run, I stood all alone,
Finally, finally, my seeds had been sown!!!
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Lifetime rushing stats:
2 carries,
12 yards,
6.0 yards per carry average,
1 Touchdown!
COST: PRICELESS!
Thank you Semi-Professional Football for allowing one old man to live out a lifetime dream!
I will forever be grateful.
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Post by costampede45 on Jul 27, 2008 0:18:52 GMT -5
Come on fellas...
There has got to be more great stories out there from the "elders of the tribe"!
Post 'em up Boys!
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Post by KG2008 on Jul 27, 2008 1:00:09 GMT -5
My young mans story. im 20 and i play in an outdoor arena league rules league ver fun. 8 on 8 obviously, well here it was game 7 we were 2-4 and i got a call from a former teamate on the team and wanted me to come play with them for the last 4 games and maybe the play-offs. So me being a football fanatic i said sure it'll keep me in shape for my 11 man league starting a few months later. So my first game in, at the pre-game warm-ups everyone was hyping me up all week saying i was a big hitter because about 4 players on that team i had played with the summer before on the 11 man team spread the word saying i was going to come in and light up some people. Me being a person who lets there performance speak for itself just smiled and nodded. So my first game with them went like this. first quarter no action except on special teams, then here came the second quarter, coach put me in at safety, me being 6-1 225 and formerly DE/LB the year before i said ok cause i just wanted out there and it was a great fit i love the position now. first play in the QB threw it deep and the reciever had it and i lit him up at the 2 but he held on to the ball, then they scored next play. halftime we were down 22-6, second half i was relaxed and ready, i recorded 5 pass deflections and a total of 8 tackles that game but the best play i had was the last play of the game, we had taken the lead 30-28 and we had the ball and turned it over on downs(no punts on 50 yards field very often) So the D had to win it. The QB threw it up and i got one of my deflections, then on the last play i knew who he was going to throw it to and i read it all the way and he threw it right to the man i thought he would and i cut it off and got my first career interception and immediatly fell to the ground to make sure i wouldn't fumble it. WE won But the best part of the game was besides it being my best game in my career, or most tackles in a game for me, or first interceptioon, was i did it without a cup on . So i ended up with 31 tackles 1 sack 2 forced fumbles 13 pass deflections and 2 interceptions after my 5 games(lost first round of play-offs). I am trainging currently for next march when we start playing as i am out of 11 man for now.
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Post by costampede45 on Jul 27, 2008 1:29:48 GMT -5
Hey KG2008:
Fantastic and great football story, that's what I'm talking about!
I liked reading your account of playing 8-8 outdoor football, never heard of that style, but anything related to the "greatest game on the planet" is great reading to me. Congratulations on your outstanding play as a DB in your first game back there. It's like playing centerfield in baseball, you have all the vision and time in the world to sit back, and deliver the "kill shot"... Ronnie Lott type style of destruction! I can tell that you love it back there and will probably always want to play that position.
To play like you did in that game without a cup... hmmm... either you are absolutely NUTS! (no pun intended) or you are sterile now!
As one old man to one younger one: keep 'em covered, makes for longer lasting football career! Be well young man, and keep me posted as your career continues... where do you play your 11 man ball?
Bill
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Post by costampede45 on Jul 27, 2008 2:05:34 GMT -5
Yo Young Man without a Jock on:
Read this: Male Factor Infertility Causes and treatments for male reproductive disorders © Joanna Karpasea-Jones
Oct 14, 2006
This article explains what male factor infertility is and looks at possible causes for it, treatments and ways of naturally boosting a man's fertility.
Male Factor Infertility are infertility problems of the male partner. These problems can include: poor sperm quality, motility, a low sperm count or a lack of sperm altogether, a blockage in the epididymis (tubes inside the scrotum where sperm is stored), or a blocked vas deferens (a tube through which the sperm travel to be mixed with semen ready for ejaculation). Another problem can also be undescended testicles. The testicles are supposed to drop prior to adolescence but sometimes this doesn’t happen and can lead to sterility as they are then too warm for sperm to stay alive within them. Around 35% of infertility cases are due to male factor infertility.
What can cause these infertility problems?
Getting kicked in the nuts while playing semi-pro football without a fucking jockstrap or cup on!!!
Having too many hot baths can reduce sperm count
Smoking
Drinking, especially large amounts
Wearing tight underwear
Previous treatments for cancer and other illnesses
Underdevelopment during puberty
Hormonal Problems.
Sometimes the cause of the problem is not known.
Treatments Available:
Become the waterboy on your semi-pro football team. Or better yet, have a sex change. Become a woman, therefore, you will not be tempted to go out and play free or strong side safety, thus, protecting your nut sack, and therefore, helping you to continue to be a full male and retain the use of your man tool!
Natural ways a man can increase his chances of fathering a baby are: wearing looser clothing (boxer shorts are good), giving up smoking and drinking at least 3 months prior to trying to conceive, eating a healthy diet including lots of fresh fruit and vegetables and taking a vitamin supplement.
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Post by KG2008 on Jul 27, 2008 12:48:47 GMT -5
Well i had a cup but forgot the jock strap so i put it in my pants and everytime i ran it moved so i took a chance and took it all, the only game i ever played without one trust me lol. Besides backyard of course. They league is fun and you can check out the website if you would like to. We have teams in missouri and kansas so far thats it. The league just ended not too long ago www.cpflfootball.com Thanks for the read on infertility lol. I'm out of 11 man ball for this year traing for both 8 and 11 man ball next year. I played last summer 11 man with the Kansas City Jazz unfortunatly for my first semi-pro experience. But i am going to play for the Midwest Titans 11 man team next year the best team around this area i live in. They are a part of the NAFL.
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Post by costampede45 on Jul 29, 2008 9:29:49 GMT -5
Thanks KG,
Glad you could appreciate the infertility article (with some addendums, of course).
I will check out the league you are playing in, sounds interesting. Good luck in playing "the greatest game on the planet"... keep yourself healthy and wear that slingshot!
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Post by costampede45 on Aug 9, 2008 16:47:05 GMT -5
Another "Old Guy" Story:
"SLEEZER! GET YOUR HELMET
By: Jeff Hodges
Corning, New York-One minute 30 seconds left in the game. The score is 49-14. The Glens Falls (NAFL)Greenjackets are going to win. "Sleezer! Get your helmet! A distintive voice in the air. My heart begins to pound as I get my helmet and rush to the Defensive Coordinator. 'You've got one job to do. Don't let anyone past you! You got that?!!. The whistle blew and adrenaline began to pump as the ball was kicked downfield. I ran as fast as I could not knowing where I was going or where I was going to end up. Out of the corner of my eye I saw my target. Numbers blurry but colors true. 3 teammates and I made the tackle as the sidelines erupted in victorious cheers for the newly found member of the Greenjackts Family. Rick Sleezer, 49 years old. Wearing number 16 on the sidelines at East Field, Rick Sleezer feels just that age again. Donning football jersey for the first time, Rick, 49, had a smile like one you would see on a young kid, warming up for the Glens Falls Greenjackets at East Field. He's never played football before in his life but is no stranger to athletics. "I've been playing hockey for at least 25 years and been a member of the United States Cycling Federation for the past 10 years", Rick states. "but football is a totally different atmosphere. Its team focused and the Greenjackets are a family-a being of one. I know I'm not someone you will see playing an awful lot but I've fallen in love with football and I feel blessed to be a part of this family. The made me feel welcomed from the start." Admitting to having a bucket list, playing football at an elite level was one thing he hoped to cross off. And now he can.
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Post by costampede45 on Aug 11, 2008 17:37:51 GMT -5
Here is one that will bring a tear to us young and older ballplayers:
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ "THE FATHER'S EYES"
This teenager lived alone with his father, and the two of them had a very special relationship. Even though the son was always on the bench, his father was always in the stands cheering. He never missed a game.
This young man was still the smallest of the class when he entered high school. His father continued to made it very clear that he did not have to play football if he didn't want to. But the young man loved football and decided to hang in there!. He was determined to try his best at every practice, and perhaps he'd get to play when he became a senior.
All through high school he never missed a practice nor a game, but remained a bench warmer all four years. His faithful father was always in the stands, always with words of encouragement for him.
When the young man went to college, he decided to try out for the football team as a "walk-on." Everyone was sure he could never make the cut, but he did. The coach admitted that he kept him on the roster because he always puts his heart and soul into every practice and, at the same time, provided the other members with the spirit and hustle they badly needed. That he had survived the cut thrilled him so much that he rushed to the nearest phone and called his father.
His father shared his excitement and was sent season tickets for all the college games. This persistent young athlete never missed practice during his four years at college, but he never got to play in the game.
It was the end of his senior football season, and as he trotted onto the practice field shortly before the big play off game, the coach met him with a telegram.
The young man read the telegram and be! came deathly silent. Swallowing hard, he mumbled to the coach, "My father died this morning. Is it all right if I miss practice today?"
The coach put his arm gently around his shoulder and said, "Take the rest of the week off, son. And don't even plan to come to the game on Saturday.
Saturday came and the game was not going well. In the third quarter, when the team was ten points behind, a silent young man quietly slipped into the empty locker room and put on his football gear. As he ran onto the sidelines, the coach and his players were astounded to see their faithful teammate back so soon.
"Coach, please let me play. I've just got to play today", said the young man. The coach pretended not to hear him. There was no way he wanted his worst player in this close playoff game. But the young man persisted, and finally feeling sorry for the kid, the coach gave in. "All right," he said. "You can go in."
Before long, the coach, the players and everyone in the stands could not believe their eyes. This little unknown, who had never played before was doing everything right. The opposing team could not stop him, he ran, he passed, blocked and tackled like a star. His teambegan to triumph. The score was soon tied. In the closing seconds of the game, the kid intercepted a pass and ran all the way for the winning touchdown. The fans broke loose. His teammates hoisted him onto their shoulders. Such cheering you've never heard!
Finally, after the stands had emptied and the team had showered and left the locker room, the coach noticed that the young man was sitting quietly in the corner all alone. The coach came to him and said, "Kid, I can't believe it. You were fantastic! Tell me, what got into you? How did you do it?"
He looked at the coach, with tears in his eyes, and said. "Well, you knew my dad died, but did you know that my dad was blind?" He swallowed hard and forced a smile. "This was the first time he could see me play, and I wanted to show him I could do it!"
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Post by costampede45 on Aug 23, 2008 11:18:32 GMT -5
Come on old men, where the hell are YOUR stories, keep 'em coming...
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Post by GAMBREL on Aug 24, 2008 10:38:04 GMT -5
Wow..great Stories... the age thing might not be too accurate in regards to current players because I know that the Indiana Mustangs (MCFL) have some 50 year old lineman I turned 41 on August 14th.... This is one of my first years in the past 9 that I'm not playing full time....basically just special teams and the second half Im not complaining because I feel I'm on the best team I could ever play with....Chicago Thunder I have been a Minor League All-American 3 times and have been an All-League All-Star several times... I cant get this game out of my system and have enjoyed the opportunities Minor League Football has offered me. Heck I might be the Oldest guy to play for FASCO in the All-Star Game in Hawaii at the age of 38... I have played in a ton of Minor-League All-Star Games and have enjoyed my entire Career playing this game. I retired last year...with what I thought was a complete career with all the All-Star Games that I played in....All-American Awards....National Championship and several Bowl games played in...but my Thunder Brothers convinced me to come back and play one more season with the aspiration of playing for another AA National Championship in Miami in January... Currently we are 6-0 with an average of putting 45 points on the board and only giving up approximately 4 points a game. This year...will be my last...but I believe I will be adding more Jewlery to my collection
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Post by GAMBREL on Aug 24, 2008 10:43:35 GMT -5
Oh... One of my greatest memories of playing this game we all love.... In May of 2007, I had the priviledge to play in a MLFNs All-Star game in Cleveland Ohio. "Stars of Tomorrow Game" The best part of this game.... My Son Brandon was a Senior in High School and at the age of 18, was invited to play with us in the game... I have had the priveldge to coach Brandon for the past 2 years as his High School Coach, but for that week, I had the honor of playing on the same field as him...Wearing the same uniform.. Tears came to my eyes when I saw him hit the field during the game...My Baby...Playing with the Big Boys....An Honor I will never forget.... Being in the Huddle with my son.....
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Post by costampede45 on Aug 24, 2008 20:53:40 GMT -5
Now this is what I'm talking about.
Gambrel, that is so great! To have your memories playing "the greatest game on the planet" has so much inspiration in it. Your son must be proud of his old man. You play this game with heart and it tells in what you write. Playing on the level you play at and with all of your accolades, trophies, all-star games, and championships, is there anything missing in your long career?
I never thought much about anything, except the need to contribute to this game, my team. Scoring a rushing TD was a moment of forever... a microcosm of my life loving and playing it. To have your son suit up next to you has to be such a pinnacle moment. I just hope that stories like yours continues to stir the blood of the old guys who dream of still playing and still never feeling too old to go out there and knock the hell out of someone!
I am working out 6 days a week, weights and running and hope and pray to God I can make a comeback at 49 years old next Spring. God willing and my wife says, yes, I'm in!
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Post by GAMBREL on Aug 26, 2008 9:20:18 GMT -5
Oh... One of my greatest memories of playing this game we all love.... In May of 2007, I had the priviledge to play in a MLFNs All-Star game in Cleveland Ohio. "Stars of Tomorrow Game" The best part of this game.... My Son Brandon was a Senior in High School and at the age of 18, was invited to play with us in the game... I have had the priveldge to coach Brandon for the past 2 years as his High School Coach, but for that week, I had the honor of playing on the same field as him...Wearing the same uniform.. Tears came to my eyes when I saw him hit the field during the game...My Baby...Playing with the Big Boys....An Honor I will never forget.... Being in the Huddle with my son..... Greatest week of my Playing Career.... First time on the Field against the Big Boys... and yet he is the biggest one in the Huddle ;D
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Post by costampede45 on Aug 26, 2008 22:50:19 GMT -5
Good for you Gambrel, good for you... this is just GREAT!
Congratulations on seeing the circle complete itself...
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Post by costampede45 on Oct 18, 2008 1:14:10 GMT -5
Any old farts out playing THIS season?
And by old, I mean 40 plus!
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Post by Herman Brown on Oct 22, 2008 8:13:06 GMT -5
I started playing again at the ripe age of 40 in the SFL. Last year I started at Defensive tackle and O tackle at times. I remember a game last year when we went with 14 guys. Had to play every play of the game, which was rough on the on the old man playing against many players who were not even born when I graduated high school. We played against 35 guys and it was 22-22 at the half. We ended up only losing 40-35 due to exhaustion. This was going to be my final farewell playing the sport I love and always will, only second to my to my 5 yr old. First quarter of our 1st preseason game this year, tore my ACL,MCL and miniscus. Dont know if I ever will be able to do it again, but will always know I could still compete against much younger men. I plan on coaching next year due to my Wife's comand I'm not allowed to play.
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Post by costampede45 on Nov 25, 2008 18:06:52 GMT -5
Hey Herman Brown,
Sorry that I have not checked this site for so long...
I was glad to read your post and I can sympathize with you. In my first year of playing in the semi-pro's, I tore up my knee too... ACL, PCL, MCL, meniscus, the whole enchilada... My doctor told me that at 45 years old, I was done.
The problem was, I didn't agree.
I worked for one year at rehabbing my knee, worked it till I cried out loud.
Next year, I made the team again, and at almost 46 years old, and going in to play tailback in our final regular season game, I got the chance only dreams are made of. I got to run the ball twice, the last a five yard scamper into the endzone... alas, I have been released.... AMEN BROTHER, AMEN!!!!
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Post by costampede45 on Dec 20, 2008 17:45:27 GMT -5
What the hell? After all these posts and self-proclaimed greatness of mine, no one out there ready to recruit a 49 year old Kickoff Team specialist? Come on now, boys, just show me the money, or in my case, the right to pay YOU the money to come and ball for ya'll... Any takers? I am 5'5, right at 155 lbs. and I don't eat much... well? ?
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Post by costampede45 on Dec 30, 2008 17:01:08 GMT -5
Notes From Winning State Football (by Steve Knight)
I. Confidence/Routines: - Pack it: before away games, or before heading over to the stadium, make a written list: equipment, clothes, food, fluids, accessories. - Get horizontal (lay down, rest, relax). - Between series of plays, close your eyes briefly and mentally chill. - A football player’s distractions are his own teammates. - Stay focused. - A little game watching is okay, but don’t get emotionally involved. Save that special emotional energy for yourself.
II. Battle Fuel (High Octane Sources) - Fast Burning Carbs: apple (skinned), orange, banana. - Slow Burning Carbs: grain (whole wheat), bread, muffins, bagels. - Long Burning “Good” Fat: Cream Cheese (Philadelphia), string cheese (Frigo), Peanut Butter (Adam’s 100% natural). - Water- not “ade” drinks. Hydrate with water. - 2 hours prior to game: a piece of fruit: apple, orange, banana, and water. - Then: carb/fat combo: bagel and cream cheese, bagel and pnut butter, or PB&J sandwich, plus nut mix on the side. (NO MEAT).
III. Attitude (Game Mode) - Where we fit on the Dog Scale is up to us. - We earn respect by: fighting, tackling w/ eyes open, not closed, giving it everything we’ve got, not mentally giving up. - The little dog has more to prove, its need is deeper and fiercer. An “underdog” is just a little dog w/ an attitude. - Eyes are open, teeth are clenched, hands are relaxed, mind is focused. - Tackle through the ballcarrier, not to the ballcarrier, through the ballcarrier. - A warrior has unflinching confidence that obliterates doubt and destroys hesitation. - “Use Everything”. (Barrett Ford, P.T.)
IV. Big-Dog Vision (Believe) - Allow one’s personality, physical skills, and hardwork to take over. - “The Zone”- it almost feels effortless, and to achieve it takes a combination of both physical and mental skills. - We create attitude. - Don’t just look for mistakes you made physically, look and identify your psychology: were you scared? Tentative? Or confident? - Minds are like parachutes: they only work when they are open. - Running Backs: Everyone knows that the O-Line is responsible for opening holes in the D. But sometimes those holes don’t open up until you are already in them and they only open up for a split second. You have to hit the hole with reckless abandon. - See your Big-Dog come out and chase your little dog into submission. - It is all about attitude and attitude is entirely in your mind.
V. The Battle (Composure) - Once we step out onto the field, that is when our Big-Dog needs to come out and dominate. - Downtimes are when patience and focus are critical to maintaining a competitive mindset. - Conserve your energy for the game. - Just chill. - Get horizontal. - Keep your mind in an “I Can” mindset. - Narrow your focus, control your emotions, believe in yourself, concentrate. - Special Teams: Being able to turn on laser beam concentration is the key to making clutch plays. - During the playoffs is not the time to goof around. - Big-Dog competitors are focused, confident, and determined. - “I have such a healthy respect for those who love contact. Running full speed at another human being who is also running full speed takes guts. But sticking your facemask on your opponent’s numbers takes more than guts, it takes emotional confidence”. - Dreams and dedication are a powerful combination. - “The things that failures don’t like to do are the very same things that you and I, including the successful, naturally like to do. We have to realize right from the start that success is something achieved by the minority, and is therefore unnatural and not to achieved by following our natural likes and dislikes, nor by being guided by natural preferences”. (Albert Gray) - During your lifetime you won’t see or meet very many people who are trying to achieve personal greatness. Why? It is too scary. The majority of people are mentally too weak to make courageous decisions. - As a teenager in America today, separating yourself from your peers to strive and excel is a courageous decision. - Discipline is not about fun, it is about work. - The only way to become disciplined is to have a real dream. You must clearly understand why you are doing what you are doing, why it is important to you, and why nothing is going to get in your way to achieve your dream… absolutely NOTHING! VI. Daily Schedule Champion Slacker 30 min run Sleep Food Still sleeping School Still sleeping- skip school Food Food Wt. Training Smoke dope Practice Video games Food Food Homework Smoke more dope Hang-out Hang-out Visualization Training Hang-out Lights out Party time Outcome: Champion= state championship, work ethic, college, great job, future. Slacker= drop-out, lifetime of addiction, constant pursuit of pleasure.
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Post by GAMBREL on Jan 2, 2009 13:32:03 GMT -5
Just checking in.........
We Chicago Thunder finished our season with a 13-0 Record....and won the MidStates Football League for the 4th consecutive year......
January 18th we will be playing for the AA National Championship against the Mid-Ohio Jets. at the age of 41 this will be my last....I promised the wife I would be throwing my equipment into the Ocean......
I will come back after the Game to post how we did.....
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Post by gatek99 on Jan 2, 2009 14:00:18 GMT -5
good luck gambrel!
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Post by costampede45 on Jan 3, 2009 0:06:45 GMT -5
Hey Gambrel,
Now you know how the Utah Utes must feel- 13-0 is just fantastic! Great season, how did you do, any memories for the old retirement home? Is your son, Brandon still playing with you on the Thunder? Best of luck to you and the team as you head into the Championship game, fill us in on the details afterwards. And, at 41, you are still a "youngster", tell your wife that retirement can wait... at least another year or three...
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Post by costampede45 on Jan 3, 2009 0:09:57 GMT -5
Hey GateK:
Do you play? Are you one of us elders?
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Post by gatek99 on Jan 3, 2009 0:15:06 GMT -5
No I am not unfortuanityly I am a young guy. I am looking to getting a team going here in youngstown to play in 2010
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Post by costampede45 on Jan 3, 2009 16:47:35 GMT -5
Okay GateK99,
Go get 'em...and best of luck getting a team going. That is some tough work for sure.
BTW: one of my favorite Bruce Springsteen songs is called, "Youngstown", great tribute to the blue collar workers in this country, have you heard that one yet?
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