SB Nation User Blog: whoopspat

Does this man look like a running back to you? 09 Recruiting Class Checks In:

whoopspat — Tue, 02 Jun 2009 02:25:38 -0000

Does this man look like a running back to you?

09 Recruiting Class Checks In:

NFL.com 2 minute Orakpo Draft Feature

whoopspat — Thu, 12 Mar 2009 02:49:09 -0000

NFL.com 2 minute Orakpo Draft Feature

Talks about his parents from Nigeria, origin of his name, first football memory, etc.

NFL snub inspires Kindle in his changing role

whoopspat — Mon, 02 Mar 2009 19:11:05 -0000

NFL snub inspires Kindle in his changing role

Recruiting Trail Dos and Don'ts

whoopspat — Wed, 04 Feb 2009 03:54:59 -0000

Recruiting Trail Dos and Don'ts

Good look at recruiting with some quotes from Mack Brown. Helps you understand why he chooses the people he does.

An interesting comment by Brown was that they look for the recruit to have strong parenting (used to only want recruits from two-parent households).

McGuffie to transfer; A&M likely destination

whoopspat — Sat, 13 Dec 2008 18:10:02 -0000

McGuffie to transfer; A&M likely destination

Hotels for TX/OU

whoopspat — Tue, 09 Sep 2008 21:55:27 -0000

I may be getting on the hotel train a little late, but I was wondering if anybody had any recommendations for hotels for the RRS.

I'm a student, so obviously I'm not looking for the Ritz. Last year we stayed at a friend's house in Plano but it was a painful commute to the game. Are there any places with a decent location for easy access to both the Friday night activities as well as the game?

Thanks

Student Season Tickets

whoopspat — Tue, 17 Jun 2008 23:29:24 -0000

Any students have any concrete date on which the student season tickets go on sale for football season? I remember hearing about them around July last year. I also found out through facebook. Texas athletics has not been on the ball in communication in all the years I've been here.

Also, does anybody have any advice for getting the best seats? It seems like seniors (not 5th-years) with small groups get the best spots. I'm sure one of you old, wise alums have some advice on the subject.

Kinne to transfer

whoopspat — Fri, 04 Apr 2008 23:09:48 -0000

Guess this is no big surprise. Here's the link.

AUSTIN, Texas -- Texas redshirt freshman QB G.J. Kinne has elected to transfer, he confirmed Friday. Kinne will depart the Longhorns program after one season, but has not yet determined where he will transfer.

"I chose the best school at what was the end of a very successful, but difficult high school career," Kinne said. "I have definitely become a better quarterback with the help of one of the most knowledgeable offensive coaches in college football, Greg Davis. However, the quarterback position is unique in terms of playing time, and I have to find a program that best fits my skills.

"Quarterbacks transfer in college football. That’s life for this position. I’ve made great memories, great friends and have been blessed with experiences most can only watch. So the answer is, ‘No,’ I have no regrets. I’m looking forward to what the future holds for me. I wish nothing but great things for The University of Texas. I appreciate all that Coach Brown and The University have done for me."

Kinne, a graduate of Gilmer High School in Gilmer, Texas, was a valuable member of the Longhorns’ scout team offense during his redshirt season in 2007. He was a two-time 3A Offensive Player of the Year at Gilmer and finished his prep career ranked second in Texas high school history in passing yards (11,695) and second in TD passes (130).

"G.J. is a great young man and has added a lot to our program in his time at Texas," Brown said. "Even though we hate to see him go, we understand he wants to play. We wish him lots of luck and will continue to follow his progress."

Could somebody explain these steroid hearings to me?

whoopspat — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 05:50:56 -0000

Would anyone with any legal knowhow care to comment on these questions?

How did these steroid hearing make it to Congress?

Why do people agree to come to them? Are they subpoenaed? If so, how is that even legal? What business does Congress have with this issue?

If it's drug dealing Congress is concerned about, shouldn't that be a state matter?

J'Covan Brown suspended

whoopspat — Fri, 25 Jan 2008 23:50:26 -0000

Statesman link

Brown has been suspended for more than a month from his team at Port Arthur Memorial High after receiving a technical foul during a game.

Johnny Ray Brown said his son did not sign in November because "he was trying to get some things done," including qualifying academically for eligibility as a freshman. Brown has yet to qualify.

Johnny Ray Brown said he considers Henderson a friend but added, "We did some things he asked us to do. J'Covan took an anger management class. Then Terrul still turned his back on J'Covan."

Sounds like a project.