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Other than the snafu on the Quad by the admin yesterday was a great spring day on the hill.
What a win by the Lacrosse team. Playing from behind in front of that crowd and in front of one of our all-time greats they pull it out. Absolutely fantastic play to tie the game. What a win.
As to the Spring game I have been attending spring games and watching practice my entire life. I used to shag balls when Ben was coaching. I'm sure i stood next to many of you by the fence trying to get a glimpse of the team. I was at the practices prior to the beating we gave to Ped State and new the minute he entered the game that it was going to be the fly pattern.
With that as a background yesterday was the best spring game I have ever attended. To see 10k plus in the stands after watching 9k cheer on our lacrosse team gave me a great sense of hope and pride.
Syracuse fans love Syracuse sports and their school. It is special. Outside of Penn State we are the only Eastern football school. Period there isn't another one with our history, accomplishments or Brand.
That Brand unfortunately has been tarnished by an administration that didn't get much right since coach P was let go.
Sure, we have had our moments, but they have been few and far between. Doug did his best but wasn't supported and left in a bitter and spiteful way that left the program in a bad spot. Shaf tried hard but just didn't have the mustard to make it happen. Gerg has passed hopefully riding a beautiful little train in heaven, so I won't go there. Dino was a combination of savior, preacher, Mr. Rogers and yes, a bit of a carpet bagger.
And now Fran Brown. Fran Brown from Camden NJ, born to a woman only in the fact that she bore a child but by age still a young girl. Born in a city that defines rough and tough. Fran Brown the guy who is the best recruiter in the world had the balls and chops to pick up the phone and recruit JW to the point that he Landed a 5 star Job because of who he is. The fact that he landed the job, was given the reigns to the most important Sports program at Syracuse University at what could be argued is the most important time in our programs modern history says it all. Not just about him but about JW. Two guys from completely different planets connecting and because of that connection the one that Fran made he is now our Head coach. Thank God! because if his recruiting success, the staff that he has assembled, the return of our Alums, the repairing of damage and healing of our football family, plus what i witnessed yesterday is any indication of what we can expect it is nothing short of a miracle for our program. Strong words for sure but if you have been around as long as i have and many others on here it is absolutely crystal clear that we not only have the right coach but we have an individual that will change our community.
Im not going to get into what i saw on the field other than to say i havnt seen this much talent and size since P left.
We look the part of an extremely talented football team. I expect Fran to land one more QB as our second string QB situation is our Achilles. But other than that, we look loaded.
Shout of to JW for having the stones to hire Fran and to the group of individuals most especially
Big John who has stepped up to support Fran and the guys.
Go Orange!!!
What a win by the Lacrosse team. Playing from behind in front of that crowd and in front of one of our all-time greats they pull it out. Absolutely fantastic play to tie the game. What a win.
As to the Spring game I have been attending spring games and watching practice my entire life. I used to shag balls when Ben was coaching. I'm sure i stood next to many of you by the fence trying to get a glimpse of the team. I was at the practices prior to the beating we gave to Ped State and new the minute he entered the game that it was going to be the fly pattern.
With that as a background yesterday was the best spring game I have ever attended. To see 10k plus in the stands after watching 9k cheer on our lacrosse team gave me a great sense of hope and pride.
Syracuse fans love Syracuse sports and their school. It is special. Outside of Penn State we are the only Eastern football school. Period there isn't another one with our history, accomplishments or Brand.
That Brand unfortunately has been tarnished by an administration that didn't get much right since coach P was let go.
Sure, we have had our moments, but they have been few and far between. Doug did his best but wasn't supported and left in a bitter and spiteful way that left the program in a bad spot. Shaf tried hard but just didn't have the mustard to make it happen. Gerg has passed hopefully riding a beautiful little train in heaven, so I won't go there. Dino was a combination of savior, preacher, Mr. Rogers and yes, a bit of a carpet bagger.
And now Fran Brown. Fran Brown from Camden NJ, born to a woman only in the fact that she bore a child but by age still a young girl. Born in a city that defines rough and tough. Fran Brown the guy who is the best recruiter in the world had the balls and chops to pick up the phone and recruit JW to the point that he Landed a 5 star Job because of who he is. The fact that he landed the job, was given the reigns to the most important Sports program at Syracuse University at what could be argued is the most important time in our programs modern history says it all. Not just about him but about JW. Two guys from completely different planets connecting and because of that connection the one that Fran made he is now our Head coach. Thank God! because if his recruiting success, the staff that he has assembled, the return of our Alums, the repairing of damage and healing of our football family, plus what i witnessed yesterday is any indication of what we can expect it is nothing short of a miracle for our program. Strong words for sure but if you have been around as long as i have and many others on here it is absolutely crystal clear that we not only have the right coach but we have an individual that will change our community.
Im not going to get into what i saw on the field other than to say i havnt seen this much talent and size since P left.
We look the part of an extremely talented football team. I expect Fran to land one more QB as our second string QB situation is our Achilles. But other than that, we look loaded.
Shout of to JW for having the stones to hire Fran and to the group of individuals most especially
Big John who has stepped up to support Fran and the guys.
Go Orange!!!