My Weekend

[rexvol]

Guys, I wont go into the details, but I was blessed to spend some time with a few of our players. I was completely blown away by the leadership these guys possess. Chris Walker leads the group, just a great kid that seems to really care about his teammates and embrace his role as a leader. He is very aware of the opportunity he has. Just a great kid and natural born leader. Comes from a fantastic family, his mother is a true woman of God. Eric Berry, didnt meet his dad, but was able to spend a couple of hours with his mom and grandmother. Great people, very humble, down to earth, and kind. Eric was as generous with his time as a I have ever seen from a guy in his position. Just a true class act all the way. Quentin Hancock's mother was another extremely kind and personable lady. Art Evans, Vald, and Gerald Williams were some of the other guys that just blew me away with their attitudes and the humility they possessed. I had an opportunity to spend about 15min with CMK. He was way bigger than I expected. Im 6ft 1in and he was noticeably taller than me. Just a super nice guy. CEG is the real deal. When you meet him, he just radiates honesty. He really impressed me.

I spent about an hour watching the half speed practice/walk through and here are my observations:

1) Coach O and CMK coach like its the 4th quarter of a tied NCG all the time. I would see CEO just chewing someone's butt off and then see CMK call the player over and build them back up.
2) The players adore CMK. I saw him stop them twice and say, "Let me tell you a story...". Every player was totally focused on what he had to say.
3) CLK just radiates arrogance, but in a way that says, "I know I will win because I am better prepared than you." He would stand in the middle of the field with his hands on his hips and smirk after a great play.
4) I was also surprised by CLK's presence. He commands respect. He is impressive.
5) Janzen Jackson is flat out fast. One of the fastest guys I have ever seen in person.
6) CMK coaches all out, all the time. The guy just seems genuine.
7) 15 players have given their lives to the Lord since the season started.
8) I heard one player say that he learned more in 2 weeks with this staff then all of last year.

I was around many of the players when i was a student 88-93 and they werent "character" guys. This team is overflowing with character guys. Just genuine, good natured guys who truly seem to care about one another.

[kiffincrazy28]

Originally Posted by rexvol

Guys, I wont go into the details, but I was blessed to spend some time with a few of our players. I was completely blown away by the leadership these guys possess. Chris Walker leads the group, just a great kid that seems to really care about his teammates and embrace his role as a leader. He is very aware of the opportunity he has. Just a great kid and natural born leader. Comes from a fantastic family, his mother is a true woman of God. Eric Berry, didnt meet his dad, but was able to spend a couple of hours with his mom and grandmother. Great people, very humble, down to earth, and kind. Eric was as generous with his time as a I have ever seen from a guy in his position. Just a true class act all the way. Quentin Hancock's mother was another extremely kind and personable lady. Art Evans, Vald, and Gerald Williams were some of the other guys that just blew me away with their attitudes and the humility they possessed. I had an opportunity to spend about 15min with CMK. He was way bigger than I expected. Im 6ft 1in and he was noticeably taller than me. Just a super nice guy. CEG is the real deal. When you meet him, he just radiates honesty. He really impressed me.

I spent about an hour watching the half speed practice/walk through and here are my observations:

1) Coach O and CMK coach like its the 4th quarter of a tied NCG all the time. I would see CEO just chewing someone's butt off and then see CMK call the player over and build them back up.
2) The players adore CMK. I saw him stop them twice and say, "Let me tell you a story...". Every player was totally focused on what he had to say.
3) CLK just radiates arrogance, but in a way that says, "I know I will win because I am better prepared than you." He would stand in the middle of the field with his hands on his hips and smirk after a great play.
4) I was also surprised by CLK's presence. He commands respect. He is impressive.
5) Janzen Jackson is flat out fast. One of the fastest guys I have ever seen in person.
6) CMK coaches all out, all the time. The guy just seems genuine.
7) 15 players have given their lives to the Lord since the season started.
8) I heard one player say that he learned more in 2 weeks with this staff then all of last year.

I was around many of the players when i was a student 88-93 and they werent "character" guys. This team is overflowing with character guys. Just genuine, good natured guys who truly seem to care about one another.

This is what i like to hear the most but its all great to hear.

[VOLnAla]

Originally Posted by kiffincrazy28

This is what i like to hear the most but its all great to hear.

Amen

[orange+white=heaven]

Sounds like you had a great Sunday! Good read Rexy...

[Ashevillevol]

Great to hear, thanks for the insight.

[lylsmorr]

Originally Posted by rexvol

Guys, I wont go into the details, but I was blessed to spend some time with a few of our players. I was completely blown away by the leadership these guys possess. Chris Walker leads the group, just a great kid that seems to really care about his teammates and embrace his role as a leader. He is very aware of the opportunity he has. Just a great kid and natural born leader. Comes from a fantastic family, his mother is a true woman of God. Eric Berry, didnt meet his dad, but was able to spend a couple of hours with his mom and grandmother. Great people, very humble, down to earth, and kind. Eric was as generous with his time as a I have ever seen from a guy in his position. Just a true class act all the way. Quentin Hancock's mother was another extremely kind and personable lady. Art Evans, Vald, and Gerald Williams were some of the other guys that just blew me away with their attitudes and the humility they possessed. I had an opportunity to spend about 15min with CMK. He was way bigger than I expected. Im 6ft 1in and he was noticeably taller than me. Just a super nice guy. CEG is the real deal. When you meet him, he just radiates honesty. He really impressed me.

I spent about an hour watching the half speed practice/walk through and here are my observations:

1) Coach O and CMK coach like its the 4th quarter of a tied NCG all the time. I would see CEO just chewing someone's butt off and then see CMK call the player over and build them back up.
2) The players adore CMK. I saw him stop them twice and say, "Let me tell you a story...". Every player was totally focused on what he had to say.
3) CLK just radiates arrogance, but in a way that says, "I know I will win because I am better prepared than you." He would stand in the middle of the field with his hands on his hips and smirk after a great play.
4) I was also surprised by CLK's presence. He commands respect. He is impressive.
5) Janzen Jackson is flat out fast. One of the fastest guys I have ever seen in person.
6) CMK coaches all out, all the time. The guy just seems genuine.
7) 15 players have given their lives to the Lord since the season started.
8) I heard one player say that he learned more in 2 weeks with this staff then all of last year.

I was around many of the players when i was a student 88-93 and they werent "character" guys. This team is overflowing with character guys. Just genuine, good natured guys who truly seem to care about one another.

That's great stuff rex, seems like a great time.

[vollygirl]

That makes me feel even better than I already did!!!

[cbcollins]

#7 is truly amazing.

[red_air69]

Originally Posted by rexvol

Guys, I wont go into the details, but I was blessed to spend some time with a few of our players. I was completely blown away by the leadership these guys possess. Chris Walker leads the group, just a great kid that seems to really care about his teammates and embrace his role as a leader. He is very aware of the opportunity he has. Just a great kid and natural born leader. Comes from a fantastic family, his mother is a true woman of God. Eric Berry, didnt meet his dad, but was able to spend a couple of hours with his mom and grandmother. Great people, very humble, down to earth, and kind. Eric was as generous with his time as a I have ever seen from a guy in his position. Just a true class act all the way. Quentin Hancock's mother was another extremely kind and personable lady. Art Evans, Vald, and Gerald Williams were some of the other guys that just blew me away with their attitudes and the humility they possessed. I had an opportunity to spend about 15min with CMK. He was way bigger than I expected. Im 6ft 1in and he was noticeably taller than me. Just a super nice guy. CEG is the real deal. When you meet him, he just radiates honesty. He really impressed me.

I spent about an hour watching the half speed practice/walk through and here are my observations:

1) Coach O and CMK coach like its the 4th quarter of a tied NCG all the time. I would see CEO just chewing someone's butt off and then see CMK call the player over and build them back up.
2) The players adore CMK. I saw him stop them twice and say, "Let me tell you a story...". Every player was totally focused on what he had to say.
3) CLK just radiates arrogance, but in a way that says, "I know I will win because I am better prepared than you." He would stand in the middle of the field with his hands on his hips and smirk after a great play.
4) I was also surprised by CLK's presence. He commands respect. He is impressive.
5) Janzen Jackson is flat out fast. One of the fastest guys I have ever seen in person.
6) CMK coaches all out, all the time. The guy just seems genuine.
7) 15 players have given their lives to the Lord since the season started.
8) I heard one player say that he learned more in 2 weeks with this staff then all of last year.

I was around many of the players when i was a student 88-93 and they werent "character" guys. This team is overflowing with character guys. Just genuine, good natured guys who truly seem to care about one another.

Wow. Thanks, Rex. You left me wanting some more info. I really injoy reading FIRST HAND KNOWLEDGE! GO VOLS BEAT MEMPHIS!

[lylsmorr]

Originally Posted by cbcollins

#7 is truly amazing.

[rexvol]

I guess everyone has heard about this staff's amazing attention to detail. Well, while i was in the indoor facility I go to the bathroom and in each stall there were different pictures of urine. Before you get grossed out, each one had a a paragraph saying, "If you urine looks like this then you are partially dehydrated" "If your urine looks like this then you are fully hydrated". Also there were tips on what you need to do to avoid the flu. I was awed by the lengths they are going to in their preparation.

[SILVER FOX]

I got to see a High School football team where several of them turned their lives over the same night. It's something to see. Nikita Koloff was at our Church and went down to the field with me after practice. He spoke with them for over an hour. Lots of kids never have the chance to experience the Lord in their home life.


Glad to see that going on with VOL Football.

[BleedinOrange]

Filled with awesome. I love to hear things like this.

[Daddy Gee]

hamilton couldn't have made a better hire.

[T-TownVol]

Just like a Pastor...."I will not go into the details"....then post for days

Great read Rex, Thanks for all you do and God Bless.