Although I am really ticked we lost, the reactions and comments I have received over the past couple of days from friends, family and even distant buddies brings a smile to my face.
For years I have watched the fortunes of the Temple Owl football program rise from the ashes. I once got into an argument with former President David Adamany about how critical it is for Temple University's future to become a factor in fielding a winning D-1 football team. He opined college football was a diversion, best considered a club activity, and of minimal relevance to the future of Temple. I told him he was dead wrong, and last week's atmosphere, excitement and lead up to Saturday's game showcased Temple University and it's stellar strengths to sports fans around the nation with a profound impact. ESPN's College Game Day followed up with a classic pigskin contest with a member of college football's elite provided immeasurable publicity for the Owls, and the City of Philadelphia.
My sister, who lives in Eau Claire, Wisconsin; my high school buddy who lives in Santa Clara, Ca; and my Daughter and Son in Law who are VT alums and now live in Atlanta all intensely watched the game. They all commented how tough the Cherry and White played, and they stated are now rooting for the Owls in the future games. TU gained thousands of new fans, and are no longer viewed as the cellar dwellers of college football.
Unfortunately I did not make it to College Game Day, but I did bring a crew down to tailgate and attend the game. All of the guys had a great time, and TU gained 3 new fans that night. From the parties in the parking lots, to the excitement on the field and in the stands, you could feel the electricity generated by a great college football game.
The future of Temple football is very bright, and although we lost, it was a great week for Owls football!
GO OWLS!!!
For years I have watched the fortunes of the Temple Owl football program rise from the ashes. I once got into an argument with former President David Adamany about how critical it is for Temple University's future to become a factor in fielding a winning D-1 football team. He opined college football was a diversion, best considered a club activity, and of minimal relevance to the future of Temple. I told him he was dead wrong, and last week's atmosphere, excitement and lead up to Saturday's game showcased Temple University and it's stellar strengths to sports fans around the nation with a profound impact. ESPN's College Game Day followed up with a classic pigskin contest with a member of college football's elite provided immeasurable publicity for the Owls, and the City of Philadelphia.
My sister, who lives in Eau Claire, Wisconsin; my high school buddy who lives in Santa Clara, Ca; and my Daughter and Son in Law who are VT alums and now live in Atlanta all intensely watched the game. They all commented how tough the Cherry and White played, and they stated are now rooting for the Owls in the future games. TU gained thousands of new fans, and are no longer viewed as the cellar dwellers of college football.
Unfortunately I did not make it to College Game Day, but I did bring a crew down to tailgate and attend the game. All of the guys had a great time, and TU gained 3 new fans that night. From the parties in the parking lots, to the excitement on the field and in the stands, you could feel the electricity generated by a great college football game.
The future of Temple football is very bright, and although we lost, it was a great week for Owls football!
GO OWLS!!!
