You may or may not have heard about this but it's a story of someone getting what they deserve. Former UFC fighter Roger Huerta (155 lbs) beat the shit out of former Texas Longhorn Linebacker, Rashad Bobino (230 lbs).
The reason Huerta whipped his ass was because Bobino sucker-punched a girl in the face and knocked her out. You read that correctly, he SUCKER-punched a GIRL and then got his ASS KICKED! Huerta came to her defense and Bobino told Huerta that he was going to knock his ass out too. Things didn't turn out the way Bobino hoped.
The first link below is an article where Huerta was interviewed about the incident. The second link is video that someone took of the whole thing.
http://thebiglead.com/index.php/2010/08/08/roger-huerta-knocked-out-an-ex-longhorn-lb/
http://www.tmz.com/videos?autoplay=true&mediaKey=06122435-fea9-4358-91eb-330a87db4f24
Friday, September 10, 2010
Thursday, August 19, 2010
Why Doesn't TCU Sell Out Football Games?
The city of Fort Worth is one of the nicer places in the US. It’s fast growing with plenty of business opportunity for professionals. There are roughly 6.2 million people that live in DFW. Fort Worth alone has a population of 730,000 (Tarrant County ~ 2 million). The city often gets overlooked by its larger neighbor Dallas but is just as nice if not nicer. The people of Fort Worth (and Tarrant County) seem to be very proud of their city and support most things in and around it. Needless to say Fort Worth has a lot going for it and is an excellent place to call home.
So the question here is why doesn’t the city of Fort Worth (and greater DFW) support TCU football more than it currently does? When you compare Fort Worth to Austin the two cities have roughly the same population. However, when you look at the greater metro areas there is no comparison. DFW is over four times larger than greater Austin. One would think that with such a huge population in TCU’s back yard attendance at home football games would average at least 50,000 (instead of its current average of 38,000) considering the success of the program over the last decade. The University of Texas averages over 95,000 fans each home game and they do so in a metro area that doesn’t compare to DFW. Below I will briefly touch on some of the reasons that TCU doesn’t have higher attendance numbers.
TCU doesn’t have the long football tradition that UT, OU and others have
TCU has a tradition of winning but when you compare it to that of UT or OU it doesn’t match up well. However, if TCU continues on their current path (and it looks like they will) they will slowly gain more recognition for a strong football tradition.
Unlike Austin, Norman (etc.), in DFW there are many other options when it comes to sports
This is the one of the few down sides to being in the 4th largest metro area in the United States. Competing with the Dallas Cowboys will always be a losing battle in DFW. In addition to the Cowboys you have the Rangers, Mavericks, Stars, Vigilantes, FC Dallas and many minor league hockey and baseball teams. The good news is the more TCU wins the better they can compete for attention.
TCU is a private university with a smaller alumni base than large public universities
This is one they can’t really help. It stands to reason that UT averages 95,000+ fans a game partly because it’s the largest university in the nation. TCU has roughly 9,000 students compared to UT’s 55,000. However, I would also like to point out that Notre Dame averages over 80,000 and they too are a private university of the same size. In addition Notre Dame isn’t in the middle of a metro area with 6.2 million people.
TCU is in the Mountain West and not a major BCS conference
The Mountain West is the best of the non BSC conferences. As a matter fact it is likely stronger in football than the Big East. Unfortunately UTAH is leaving the conference and BYU is threatening to go independent. Granted Boise State is set to join but will they follow through if BYU leaves. TCU might want to start looking for a new conference. Maybe they will finally get the Big 12 invite they should have received over Baylor to begin with.
TCU has not done a very good job of getting its merchandise sold in a variety of retail outlets
When you go to the store you will likely see UT, OU, Texas Tech and A&M merchandise filling the shelves. Unless you are close to the TCU campus it’s not always easy to find TCU merchandise. The schools that have made their merchandise available to the masses not only benefit financially but also get young fans hooked early. As any parent can tell you if your kids want to go see a certain team play you likely will find yourself at one of their games in the near future. If TCU can get more distribution for its merchandise it can get more young fans interested and some of them may turn into lifelong fans.
TCU may be the best college football program in DFW but they aren’t the only one -- UNT & SMU also compete for fans in the area
While SMU and UNT can’t compete with TCU on the field they do compete for attention. UNT is a large public school with a large student body (36,000) and an alumni base that primarily stays in DFW. SMU may not be as dominant as they were in the 80s but they are much improved under current coach June Jones. The more SMU improves the more attention they will get and they are on the Dallas side of DFW where more than half of the 6.2 million live. TCU needs to more aggressively market its football team which brings me to my last point.
TCU needs to do a better job of marketing the football program to the community
While large public universities may be able to rely solely on their alumni base to fill the stadium small private schools don’t have that luxury. TCU needs to take advantage of the population base outside its door. If TCU was in a town of 100,000 people it wouldn’t have to do much marketing to get noticed. However as I mentioned in an earlier point there are many other sports options for people in DFW. A more aggressive marketing campaign could generate the interest needed to fill Amon G. Carter Stadium.
So the question here is why doesn’t the city of Fort Worth (and greater DFW) support TCU football more than it currently does? When you compare Fort Worth to Austin the two cities have roughly the same population. However, when you look at the greater metro areas there is no comparison. DFW is over four times larger than greater Austin. One would think that with such a huge population in TCU’s back yard attendance at home football games would average at least 50,000 (instead of its current average of 38,000) considering the success of the program over the last decade. The University of Texas averages over 95,000 fans each home game and they do so in a metro area that doesn’t compare to DFW. Below I will briefly touch on some of the reasons that TCU doesn’t have higher attendance numbers.
TCU doesn’t have the long football tradition that UT, OU and others have
TCU has a tradition of winning but when you compare it to that of UT or OU it doesn’t match up well. However, if TCU continues on their current path (and it looks like they will) they will slowly gain more recognition for a strong football tradition.
Unlike Austin, Norman (etc.), in DFW there are many other options when it comes to sports
This is the one of the few down sides to being in the 4th largest metro area in the United States. Competing with the Dallas Cowboys will always be a losing battle in DFW. In addition to the Cowboys you have the Rangers, Mavericks, Stars, Vigilantes, FC Dallas and many minor league hockey and baseball teams. The good news is the more TCU wins the better they can compete for attention.
TCU is a private university with a smaller alumni base than large public universities
This is one they can’t really help. It stands to reason that UT averages 95,000+ fans a game partly because it’s the largest university in the nation. TCU has roughly 9,000 students compared to UT’s 55,000. However, I would also like to point out that Notre Dame averages over 80,000 and they too are a private university of the same size. In addition Notre Dame isn’t in the middle of a metro area with 6.2 million people.
TCU is in the Mountain West and not a major BCS conference
The Mountain West is the best of the non BSC conferences. As a matter fact it is likely stronger in football than the Big East. Unfortunately UTAH is leaving the conference and BYU is threatening to go independent. Granted Boise State is set to join but will they follow through if BYU leaves. TCU might want to start looking for a new conference. Maybe they will finally get the Big 12 invite they should have received over Baylor to begin with.
TCU has not done a very good job of getting its merchandise sold in a variety of retail outlets
When you go to the store you will likely see UT, OU, Texas Tech and A&M merchandise filling the shelves. Unless you are close to the TCU campus it’s not always easy to find TCU merchandise. The schools that have made their merchandise available to the masses not only benefit financially but also get young fans hooked early. As any parent can tell you if your kids want to go see a certain team play you likely will find yourself at one of their games in the near future. If TCU can get more distribution for its merchandise it can get more young fans interested and some of them may turn into lifelong fans.
TCU may be the best college football program in DFW but they aren’t the only one -- UNT & SMU also compete for fans in the area
While SMU and UNT can’t compete with TCU on the field they do compete for attention. UNT is a large public school with a large student body (36,000) and an alumni base that primarily stays in DFW. SMU may not be as dominant as they were in the 80s but they are much improved under current coach June Jones. The more SMU improves the more attention they will get and they are on the Dallas side of DFW where more than half of the 6.2 million live. TCU needs to more aggressively market its football team which brings me to my last point.
TCU needs to do a better job of marketing the football program to the community
While large public universities may be able to rely solely on their alumni base to fill the stadium small private schools don’t have that luxury. TCU needs to take advantage of the population base outside its door. If TCU was in a town of 100,000 people it wouldn’t have to do much marketing to get noticed. However as I mentioned in an earlier point there are many other sports options for people in DFW. A more aggressive marketing campaign could generate the interest needed to fill Amon G. Carter Stadium.
Tuesday, August 17, 2010
Horned Frogs to do Renovation of Stadium
TCU announces renovation of Amon G. Carter Stadium
Renovation will transform stadium into “Camden Yards” of collegiate stadiums
Aug. 16, 2010 (FORT WORTH, Texas) – TCU today announced a $105 million renovation of the west side and north end zone of Amon G. Carter Stadium to better enhance football fans’ experience, upgrade amenities and transform the historic Fort Worth icon into the “Camden Yards” of collegiate football stadiums.
Work on the renovation, which is funded by donor support, will begin immediately following this year’s football season and be fully completed in 2012.
“We must continually provide students the best possible university experience,” said TCU Chancellor Victor J. Boschini, Jr. “This includes building facilities to support a vibrant living experience and an outstanding learning environment. I am pleased that over the past five years we have successfully raised funds to improve academics, athletics and student living.
This stadium renovation, which would not have been possible without the generous support of our donors for which we are very grateful, will propel us to yet another level of excellence that will positively impact our university as well as the city of Fort Worth.
We also are extremely grateful to the Amon G. Carter Foundation for their initial gift of $15 million that made this entire project possible, one that will result in a significantly improved game day experience for all fans.”
Construction will begin immediately following TCU's final home game in the 2010 season. After construction, Amon G. Carter Stadium will have a seating capacity of 40,000 that can be expanded to more than 50,000 seats.
"We are very grateful to our donors for making this possible. Having a first-class stadium with all the modern amenities is key in enhancing the student-athlete experience and providing our community with a fabulous venue to enjoy football games,” said TCU Director of Intercollegiate Athletics Chris Del Conte.
“I also would like to thank Chancellor Boschini and our Board of Trustees who are truly the wind beneath our wings on this project. They were behind us every step of the way. Special thanks also goes to Associate Athletics Director Davis Babb and Head Football Coach Gary Patterson for their unbelievable fundraising efforts. They are true leaders and team players.
We are incredibly appreciative of the tremendous support we received on this historic project from TCU and Fort Worth."
TCU began examining the possibility of renovating its stadium in 2006 when Luther King, chairman of TCU’s Board of Trustees (BOT), appointed Clarence Scharbauer, vice chair of the BOT, to lead a stadium renovation committee. The committee’s invaluable work, along with that of TCU administrators, led to a stadium renovation that will lift the historical icon to a level of national visibility on par with the University’s championship-winning football team.
"Having a new stadium will have a great impact on our recruiting efforts,” Patterson said. “It helps us take the next step in what we're trying to accomplish as a program, and that's winning a national championship. We want to thank all of our friends for making this stadium possible."
Built in 1930, this is the first major renovation to the stadium since the upper deck was added in 1956. Designed by HKS Sports & Entertainment Group, who most recently completed work on the Cowboys Stadium in Arlington, the renovation greatly enhances the fan experience by improving stadium accessibility, seating and views of the playing field. The renovation consists of:
Through research, we discovered that Amon G. Carter Stadium’s original design intent incorporated this architectural style. However, it was not fully realized. The new design blends seamlessly with the Meyer–Martin Athletic Complex, the TCU campus and the city of Fort Worth.”
Suites and lounges also will reflect the Southwestern art deco as well as the graphics and way-finding signage throughout the stadium. By integrating the University colors, HKS has created a unique look and feel for the renovated Amon G. Carter Stadium. In addition, the north concourse will mirror the south concourse and fans will be able to see the field while walking through either concourse.
“Unlike the majority of major college football facilities in the country, which tuck fan amenities under the seating bowl, the new Amon G. Carter Stadium brings the action on the field into the main concourse – allowing fans to always be connected to the game,” said Phillips.
http://www.stadium.tcu.edu/release.asp
Renovation will transform stadium into “Camden Yards” of collegiate stadiums
Aug. 16, 2010 (FORT WORTH, Texas) – TCU today announced a $105 million renovation of the west side and north end zone of Amon G. Carter Stadium to better enhance football fans’ experience, upgrade amenities and transform the historic Fort Worth icon into the “Camden Yards” of collegiate football stadiums.
Work on the renovation, which is funded by donor support, will begin immediately following this year’s football season and be fully completed in 2012.
“We must continually provide students the best possible university experience,” said TCU Chancellor Victor J. Boschini, Jr. “This includes building facilities to support a vibrant living experience and an outstanding learning environment. I am pleased that over the past five years we have successfully raised funds to improve academics, athletics and student living.
This stadium renovation, which would not have been possible without the generous support of our donors for which we are very grateful, will propel us to yet another level of excellence that will positively impact our university as well as the city of Fort Worth.
We also are extremely grateful to the Amon G. Carter Foundation for their initial gift of $15 million that made this entire project possible, one that will result in a significantly improved game day experience for all fans.”
Construction will begin immediately following TCU's final home game in the 2010 season. After construction, Amon G. Carter Stadium will have a seating capacity of 40,000 that can be expanded to more than 50,000 seats.
"We are very grateful to our donors for making this possible. Having a first-class stadium with all the modern amenities is key in enhancing the student-athlete experience and providing our community with a fabulous venue to enjoy football games,” said TCU Director of Intercollegiate Athletics Chris Del Conte.
“I also would like to thank Chancellor Boschini and our Board of Trustees who are truly the wind beneath our wings on this project. They were behind us every step of the way. Special thanks also goes to Associate Athletics Director Davis Babb and Head Football Coach Gary Patterson for their unbelievable fundraising efforts. They are true leaders and team players.
We are incredibly appreciative of the tremendous support we received on this historic project from TCU and Fort Worth."
TCU began examining the possibility of renovating its stadium in 2006 when Luther King, chairman of TCU’s Board of Trustees (BOT), appointed Clarence Scharbauer, vice chair of the BOT, to lead a stadium renovation committee. The committee’s invaluable work, along with that of TCU administrators, led to a stadium renovation that will lift the historical icon to a level of national visibility on par with the University’s championship-winning football team.
"Having a new stadium will have a great impact on our recruiting efforts,” Patterson said. “It helps us take the next step in what we're trying to accomplish as a program, and that's winning a national championship. We want to thank all of our friends for making this stadium possible."
Built in 1930, this is the first major renovation to the stadium since the upper deck was added in 1956. Designed by HKS Sports & Entertainment Group, who most recently completed work on the Cowboys Stadium in Arlington, the renovation greatly enhances the fan experience by improving stadium accessibility, seating and views of the playing field. The renovation consists of:
- Significantly upgraded and new concession stands for better access and reduced wait times
- Elevators and escalators to better facilitate stadium accessibility and crowd flow
- A new, raised seating bowl on the west and north end for enhanced field views
- Upgraded and additional men’s and women’s restrooms
- Suites, club seating and lounges on the west side of the stadium
- A new press box
Through research, we discovered that Amon G. Carter Stadium’s original design intent incorporated this architectural style. However, it was not fully realized. The new design blends seamlessly with the Meyer–Martin Athletic Complex, the TCU campus and the city of Fort Worth.”
Suites and lounges also will reflect the Southwestern art deco as well as the graphics and way-finding signage throughout the stadium. By integrating the University colors, HKS has created a unique look and feel for the renovated Amon G. Carter Stadium. In addition, the north concourse will mirror the south concourse and fans will be able to see the field while walking through either concourse.
“Unlike the majority of major college football facilities in the country, which tuck fan amenities under the seating bowl, the new Amon G. Carter Stadium brings the action on the field into the main concourse – allowing fans to always be connected to the game,” said Phillips.
http://www.stadium.tcu.edu/release.asp
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