First trip to a soccer match at Regal, Sunday. Suggestions?

[BruisedOrange]

The ones I have been on look like this on the inside:

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I think that's the shuttle that goes to the Baseball Forum. Must've gotten lost...

 

[chuckiepoo]

I think that's the shuttle that goes to the Baseball Forum. Must've gotten lost...

 

[JohnTN]

Buc ees Crossville.

Buc ees would be neat especially if your guests have never been in one. But note there is no place to sit down inside to eat. You will have to take food outside and eat in car.

 

[BruisedOrange]

Buc ees would be neat especially if your guests have never been in one. But note there is no place to sit down inside to eat. You will have to take food outside and eat in car.

Appreciate that attention to detail. Unfortunately, they each have a Sunday commitment already and can't go.
So this'n will be a solo endeavor.

But I can leave earlier and take my time. Looking forward to appreciating the skills of our players, and to sampling The Paper Mill in Mt. Juliet and Gus's WFF Chicken!

 

[MAD]

Not sure how accurate this is

 

[BruisedOrange]

Great trip! (this is about as Facebooky as I'll ever get)

Got to K-town a little early, so decided to check out the Knoxville McKays' Books. Scored two rare, out-of-print DVDs from my list (at half their online price, and one I'd been looking 5 years for), and a terrific reference book by one of my favorites from grad school.

So by then I was late, arriving in my seat only a minute before the start.
The people directing parking were friendly and communicative.
Gorgeous setting, beautiful field, and great view from the upper stands. Go see a game there! You won't regret it.

Our ladies are skilled, can seemingly fun forever, and were a delight to watch play. Impressive soccer on display! Highly recommended for young players to observe.

Sydney Miller (16) plays such a savvy game! Her play today was like field general and cavalry combined! She was everywhere, and always seemed to be playing 3 passes ahead, always finding the right place to be no matter how far she had to run. She just inspired confidence whenever she had the ball, or took an angle.

And Cayden really put in a tough, heavy day of work in the goal! She made some great highpoint tip saves, caught several in a crowd (coming down very hard on her back from one that seemed to take her breath away for awhile), and kept the corners of the goal pristine during regular play. That penalty kick was just a 50/50 crazy Ivan guess, and Ivan won that one. Cayden will be sore in the morning!

Loved the team's love for each other, and how much they obviously enjoy being together, before and after the match. Does your heart good to see!
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After the game went back to McKays Books to finish searching the list (and some friends' lists I keep with me).
@MAD that forecast rain was quite a heavy deluge, but it delayed until I was inside McKays.

Food review:
Gus's WFF Chicken - was disappointed that they don't have livers on the menu. A shame, with that spicy coating. Gotta be honest and say the chicken was fine, but the baked beans and cole slaw were the best items on the platter. Next visit to Knoxville will definitely take me to Gus's Deli to try a steamed sandwich.

And if you're ever heading east out of Nashville, several miles north of I-40 on the Mt. Juliet exit, you need to have breakfast at The Paper Mill! I was enticed by the menu, but the food really lived up to it. Rosemary in sawmill gravy?
Oh YEAH! I was surprised, but it really works! Their andouille sausage was even better than I remember having in New Orleans. And their homemade blackberry jam was just superior. I'll be looking for an excuse to get back there.

As good as the food was, the service--the sincere friendliness of the staff--stood out even more! Special people.
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A great, full day, from 7am to 9:45pm. Thanks to all for your suggestions and information!

 

[MAD]

Great trip! (this is about as Facebooky as I'll ever get)

Got to K-town a little early, so decided to check out the Knoxville McKays' Books. Scored two rare, out-of-print DVDs from my list (at half their online price, and one I'd been looking 5 years for), and a terrific reference book by one of my favorites from grad school.

So by then I was late, arriving in my seat only a minute before the start.
The people directing parking were friendly and communicative.
Gorgeous setting, beautiful field, and great view from the upper stands. Go see a game there! You won't regret it.

Our ladies are skilled, can seemingly fun forever, and were a delight to watch play. Impressive soccer on display! Highly recommended for young players to observe.

Sydney Miller (16) plays such a savvy game! Her play today was like field general and cavalry combined! She was everywhere, and always seemed to be playing 3 passes ahead, always finding the right place to be no matter how far she had to run. She just inspired confidence whenever she had the ball, or took an angle.

And Cayden really put in a tough, heavy day of work in the goal! She made some great highpoint tip saves, caught several in a crowd (coming down very hard on her back from one that seemed to take her breath away for awhile), and kept the corners of the goal pristine during regular play. That penalty kick was just a 50/50 crazy Ivan guess, and Ivan won that one. Cayden will be sore in the morning!

Loved the team's love for each other, and how much they obviously enjoy being together, before and after the match. Does your heart good to see!
------
After the game went back to McKays Books to finish searching the list (and some friends' lists I keep with me).
@MAD that forecast rain was quite a heavy deluge, but it delayed until I was inside McKays.

Food review:
Gus's WFF Chicken - was disappointed that they don't have livers on the menu. A shame, with that spicy coating. Gotta be honest and say the chicken was fine, but the baked beans and cole slaw were the best items on the platter. Next visit to Knoxville will definitely take me to Gus's Deli to try a steamed sandwich.

And if you're ever heading east out of Nashville, several miles north of I-40 on the Mt. Juliet exit, you need to have breakfast at The Paper Mill! I was enticed by the menu, but the food really lived up to it. Rosemary in sawmill gravy?
Oh YEAH! I was surprised, but it really works! Their andouille sausage was even better than I remember having in New Orleans. And their homemade blackberry jam was just superior. I'll be looking for an excuse to get back there.

As good as the food was, the service--the sincere friendliness of the staff--stood out even more! Special people.
-----------------------------
A great, full day, from 7am to 9:45pm. Thanks to all for your suggestions and information!

I just wrote a long well deserved response and suddenly Volnation reloaded. I’m gonna rewrite it in the morning.

Wish I could like your post 100 times.

 

[BruisedOrange]

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Our ladies are skilled, can seemingly fun forever, and were a delight to watch play.

"...can seemingly run forever..." A Freudian slip---but accurate and suitable for all ages!

I need to make this point: If you have a Tennessee fan who has gotten a bit jaded by how professional college sports have become, and who misses the purity of playing for school pride and the joy of the game... take them to see this team play--even if they don't know or enjoy soccer!

The effort by the players is constant to get to every contestable ball, providing fan excitement (and response) with every pass. In person, like with hockey, you suddenly realize the excitement is constant, and not limited to the occasional scores. But you only experience this when you're able to see the entire field, in-person, and not on a screen.

Many a time I remember leaving Knoxville after a football game at Neyland, glad that I went, but also tired from the walking and traffic and just the logistics of attending---satisfied, but not exactly eager to return soon.

That was not at all my experience Sunday! The logistics were not an onerous distraction. After leaving the car, I felt surrounded by people and families--not surrounded by crowds and hordes. Conversations with strangers happened effortlessly, more like at a community high school football game. Also, the fans were into the game every moment, reacting with each bit of action. If you think soccer is boring to watch, come see a match at Regal!

The soccer event was modern in its technology, high level in its production values, and common sense in its logistics. But on the field and in the stands, it was like going back in time 60 years. I highly recommend it to anyone who loves seeing pure competition by skilled athletes who obviously love the game and each other!

 

[MAD]

Great trip! (this is about as Facebooky as I'll ever get)

Got to K-town a little early, so decided to check out the Knoxville McKays' Books. Scored two rare, out-of-print DVDs from my list (at half their online price, and one I'd been looking 5 years for), and a terrific reference book by one of my favorites from grad school.

So by then I was late, arriving in my seat only a minute before the start.
The people directing parking were friendly and communicative.
Gorgeous setting, beautiful field, and great view from the upper stands. Go see a game there! You won't regret it.

Our ladies are skilled, can seemingly fun forever, and were a delight to watch play. Impressive soccer on display! Highly recommended for young players to observe.

Sydney Miller (16) plays such a savvy game! Her play today was like field general and cavalry combined! She was everywhere, and always seemed to be playing 3 passes ahead, always finding the right place to be no matter how far she had to run. She just inspired confidence whenever she had the ball, or took an angle.

And Cayden really put in a tough, heavy day of work in the goal! She made some great highpoint tip saves, caught several in a crowd (coming down very hard on her back from one that seemed to take her breath away for awhile), and kept the corners of the goal pristine during regular play. That penalty kick was just a 50/50 crazy Ivan guess, and Ivan won that one. Cayden will be sore in the morning!

Loved the team's love for each other, and how much they obviously enjoy being together, before and after the match. Does your heart good to see!
------
After the game went back to McKays Books to finish searching the list (and some friends' lists I keep with me).
@MAD that forecast rain was quite a heavy deluge, but it delayed until I was inside McKays.

Food review:
Gus's WFF Chicken - was disappointed that they don't have livers on the menu. A shame, with that spicy coating. Gotta be honest and say the chicken was fine, but the baked beans and cole slaw were the best items on the platter. Next visit to Knoxville will definitely take me to Gus's Deli to try a steamed sandwich.

And if you're ever heading east out of Nashville, several miles north of I-40 on the Mt. Juliet exit, you need to have breakfast at The Paper Mill! I was enticed by the menu, but the food really lived up to it. Rosemary in sawmill gravy?
Oh YEAH! I was surprised, but it really works! Their andouille sausage was even better than I remember having in New Orleans. And their homemade blackberry jam was just superior. I'll be looking for an excuse to get back there.

As good as the food was, the service--the sincere friendliness of the staff--stood out even more! Special people.
-----------------------------
A great, full day, from 7am to 9:45pm. Thanks to all for your suggestions and information!

You’ve inspired me to go visit family in Knoxville just so I can attend a match. So happy you had a positive experience, loved reading your experience. I would have been disappointed as well about the liver, but if I make the trip, I’m getting a famous Knoxville steamed sub. Loved your take on the team, especially your comments on Sydney Miller. I noticed our passing was next level yesterday, it really stood out to me. I credit the coaching staff. Again, made my day reading your posts and hope a lot of people are inspired to go see the Lady Vols.