SBNation.com User Blog: charrisTTU

pictures from the spring game

charrisTTU — Sun, 21 Apr 2013 16:39:37 -0000

pictures from the spring game

i also did a write up on the spring game

How to Contact College Coaches

charrisTTU — Fri, 19 Apr 2013 16:11:40 -0000

How to Contact College Coaches

I did a step by step on how high school athletes should try and reach college coaches to get themselves looked at and eventually RECRUITED. I hope this helps anyone with a kid or someone who has a kid trying to play on the next level.

Moving Forward

charrisTTU — Tue, 09 Apr 2013 21:54:29 -0000

Hey guys! I just wanted to let you know that I found out some very encouraging news from Football and Track and Field this past week! I debated whether or not telling you guys because I didn't want to jinx it, but you guys have been so supportive, I think I owe it to you. Here is the link to my (remolded) New Blog Site. I really hope you enjoy it and check it out. I want to continue to write, and this time not fall of with it! It has the good news. I didn't want to post it to VivaTheMatadors.

Note: Just Click on the title and you will get the full story - It only gives you a preview of the story on the cover page.(April 9th article)

Courtney

Note: Just Click on the title and you will get the full story - It only gives you a preview of the story on the cover page.(April 9th article)

Courtney

A Story I Rarely Tell

charrisTTU — Wed, 02 Jan 2013 19:27:16 -0000

***but I have a point to this story***

coach bronson saw things in me that helped me grow as a person and an athlete. I had a bad attitude, and had character issues that made me a very unlikeable guy. I was an even worst leader. When we went through some losing at times at Westside I would pout and walk around with my head down etc.. One day, Coach Bronson pulled me to the side and told me that he had lost his son awhile back when they were outside playing catch. He had never told anyone this story as far as the athletes! The ball hit his son in the chest and he collapsed. (I think he had a tumor; he was 13). I was at a lost for words! ( I lost my dad awhile back as well) Funny thing is, coach was the happiest person i had ever met! geesh the guy was like hyped up on coffee all the time! every single day he was the first person at practice, running around, and yelling old school rab lyrics that non of us knew. (everyone LOVED him)!!!

I would have never known he had lost his son, especially in that way. For him to always walk around so happy and enjoying life - that not only changed my attitude, but it reminded me to enjoy life, this game of football and WHATEVER God has in store for me.

Yes kliff and this staff will be young, but they all have NFL experience. Not too long ago, a few of these guys were on NFL rosters. They will be able to connect with these guys on an entirely different level. They will be able to inspire, encourage, and get the best of these guys. This just wont be a job to them (like tubs). They will give their heart for this program, this school, and for West Texas !

#wreckem

In high school I went through a few coaching circuits myself! But NO coach in 12 years was like coach Zach bronson (NFL safety for San Fran). He's 38 now and was recently out of the NFL. He was still fairly new to coaching when he came to Westside, and I was going into my Jr year. Bronson is the reason why I am so hardworking today. Having NFL experience and him teaching from his experiences, really made me want to raise my level of intensity. I went to practice early always, and watched film for at least 15 hours every week (in high school yes)! ***but I have a point to this story*** coach bronson saw things in me that helped me grow as a person and an athlete. I had a bad attitude, and had character issues that made me a very unlikeable guy. I was an even worst leader. When we went through some losing at times at Westside I would pout and walk around with my head down etc.. One day, Coach Bronson pulled me to the side and told me that he had lost his son awhile back when they were outside playing catch. He had never told anyone this story as far as the athletes! The ball hit his son in the chest and he collapsed. (I think he had a tumor; he was 13). I was at a lost for words! ( I lost my dad awhile back as well) Funny thing is, coach was the happiest person i had ever met! geesh the guy was like hyped up on coffee all the time! every single day he was the first person at practice, running around, and yelling old school rab lyrics that non of us knew. (everyone LOVED him)!!! I would have never known he had lost his son, especially in that way. For him to always walk around so happy and enjoying life - that not only changed my attitude, but it reminded me to enjoy life, this game of football and WHATEVER God has in store for me. Yes kliff and this staff will be young, but they all have NFL experience. Not too long ago, a few of these guys were on NFL rosters. They will be able to connect with these guys on an entirely different level. They will be able to inspire, encourage, and get the best of these guys. This just wont be a job to them (like tubs). They will give their heart for this program, this school, and for West Texas ! #wreckem

Ticket Office Closes For Holidays; Set To Re-Open In New Location

charrisTTU — Sat, 22 Dec 2012 19:23:54 -0000

Ticket Office Closes For Holidays; Set To Re-Open In New Location

The new edition to Jones Stadium planned to finish around mid august in time for the season! #wreckemTech

Neal brown officially gone

charrisTTU — Mon, 10 Dec 2012 21:12:13 -0000

Neal brown officially gone

basically texas tech football continues to be dismantled

ANY TRUTH TO THIS

charrisTTU — Sat, 08 Dec 2012 18:12:45 -0000

SB Nation had been told before the season began that Texas Tech coach Tommy Tuberville was looking to make 2012 his last season in Lubbock. He was hoping for a SEC job, and we reported earlier in the week that he was in touch with Tennessee before they hired Butch Jones. But did he want out badly enough to leave for the Big East?

Reportedly, yes:

Breaking: FootballScoop has learned that Tommy Tuberville will be the next head coach at CincinnatiFootballScoop.com/the-scoop
— FootballScoop Staff (@footballscoop)December 8, 2012

Breaking: I have learned that Tommy Tuberville has accepted the head coaching job at Cincinnati.CoachingSearch.com
— Pete Roussel (@coachingsearch)December 8, 2012

Reportedly, yes:

Breaking: FootballScoop has learned that Tommy Tuberville will be the next head coach at CincinnatiFootballScoop.com/the-scoop
— FootballScoop Staff (@footballscoop)December 8, 2012

Breaking: I have learned that Tommy Tuberville has accepted the head coaching job at Cincinnati.CoachingSearch.com
— Pete Roussel (@coachingsearch)December 8, 2012

talking with pete robinson and tyson williams.

charrisTTU — Sat, 06 Oct 2012 14:05:41 -0000

i was talking to Pete Robinson, and Tyson Williams this week about the game planning and the scheme of things this week. i wont post their schemes or anything like that because that was said to me with trust. i will say that as a TRUE STUDENT OF THE GAME, i like the idea of what they are trying to do today against OU. they are confident on defense about being able to confuse Jones and are confident they can shut down this struggling offense. Pete (to me) has always been a quiet person, but talking to him friday gave me a new perspective. he was beyond hype for this game. one thing that caught my attention was how much he PRAISED COACH KAUFMAN AND PRUNTY for their work they do at practice. he said they continue to push these guys at practice every single day beyond the normal measure. By, far, coach kaufman may be the best thing that has happened to Texas Tech (imo) but i dont know as much as some of you. tyson, as always, was very leveled headed. though he is big trash talker on the field, in person, he is really laid back. he is ready for this game and feels very confident about the offense. they have to go out there and make consistent plays in my opinion (wr's) NO DROP BALLS THIS WEEK! we even talked about stepping up his game as well. i want to see him go pro, but more importantly i think he could be a better addition to the offense if he finds better ways to get open. they continue to have faith in Doege (i still do too). he will perform because he knows better than anyone what this win will do for lubbock and inside that locker room.

anyway! i pray these guys go out there and do what they have to do. my little brother will be in lubbock this week and it would be nice to show him how its done out here in lubbock (he is 2 by the way lol)

#wreckem

charristtu - update

charrisTTU — Thu, 04 Oct 2012 17:10:17 -0000

charristtu - update

TCU STARTING QB ARRESTED ON DWI CHARGE

charrisTTU — Thu, 04 Oct 2012 17:09:26 -0000

TCU STARTING QB ARRESTED ON DWI CHARGE

Wow this guy has time and time again gotten away with murder, but that time is up apparently

talking red raider football blog

charrisTTU — Wed, 12 Sep 2012 04:48:06 -0000

talking red raider football blog

hey guys, now that i have my classes contained, i would like to continue writing again. im going to add some mixes as well to the page- like what i took from their practices that i will be watching and ect...

tulane player went down today vs TULSA

charrisTTU — Sat, 08 Sep 2012 18:53:26 -0000

tulane player went down today vs TULSA

PLEASE KEEP ALL THE PLAYERS, PROGRAMS, AND EVERYONE TIED TO THIS GAME IN YOUR PRAYERS TODAY.

try outs

charrisTTU — Tue, 28 Aug 2012 15:27:06 -0000

hey guys,

I did not make the team this fall season. I will try out for the spring, and give it one more try. If have any questions email me at courtney.harris96@yahoo.com. I would go into detail, but honestly anything that I say in this post will only come off as bitter. I am not bitter, I am still very optimistic. At this current time, I was told that they are not really looking for db's. I believe i did do a lot of things right during try outs. All I will say is my performance was not the reason I did not make the team. I could have ran faster, but I will work on that. Other than that, I was very proud to see all my training this summer really pay off.

This is all I can say for now. I love you guys, thanks for the support, and just know I WILL NOT GIVE UP ON MY DREAMS.

CharrisTTU

hey guys,

This is all I can say for now. I love you guys, thanks for the support, and just know I WILL NOT GIVE UP ON MY DREAMS.

CharrisTTU

FOR A WALK-ON HOPEFUL

charrisTTU — Wed, 11 Jul 2012 18:05:00 -0000

hey guys im a future walk on for tech this coming fall.. i have made great strides with talking with coaches and ect (wont get into much detail about all that) but i wanted to know exactly how does the process work .

i hear its going to be about 60 guys and a 3 hours event ?

can anyone elaborate on that? i am prepared for anything they throw my way (so i pray). i would just like to know as much as i can before august

ALSO HERES A IINK OF MY HIGHLIGHT TAPE.. I GLADLY ACCEPT FEEDBACK (GOOD AND BAD)

http://www.hudl.com/athlete/462612/highlights/12495373

ENJOY

i hear its going to be about 60 guys and a 3 hours event ?

can anyone elaborate on that? i am prepared for anything they throw my way (so i pray). i would just like to know as much as i can before august

ALSO HERES A IINK OF MY HIGHLIGHT TAPE.. I GLADLY ACCEPT FEEDBACK (GOOD AND BAD)

http://www.hudl.com/athlete/462612/highlights/12495373

ENJOY