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    USF Home and Home?

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    39 minutes ago, Grateful Dad said:

    Met my wife at Oswego State College just north of Syracuse in the mid seventies.  Al Roker and Jerry Sienfeld were there when we were.  We used to go down to Syracuse University for party supplies.  They always had the best.😁

    I've always thought that we would be a great fit with Syracuse (since the BE days) and the ACC would be the perfect place.

    Oswego State University grad myself 

    Linda Cohn (ESPN) went there when I was there.

    Steve Levy (ESPN) graduated there about 10 years after me.

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    Boca vs. Syracuse

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    3 hours ago, jchem1995 said:

    Looks like they found their footing in the last three games.

    Tough match up for us GO BULLS

    We went Wildcat...top 2 QBs hurt. Used a tight end who was a HS QB with some success. 

    Injuries turned us from a 8-9 win team to 6 wins.

     

    First Timer Tonight for USF Basketball

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    11 hours ago, CousinRicky said:

    Not to hijack the thread but we're in the same area and going to Rays games is an all day adventure for us. Luckily we're retired but we try to get through downtown Tampa by 3:30 or 4 and then hang out at Fergs.

    Glad you got to a game Texan.  It is a nice arena and the kids do play hard.  And you are right, weekend games should normally be easier to get to for you.  

    Feel free to hijack.  If you want some food different than Ferg's try Hawker's

    https://eathawkers.com/st-petersburg-fl/

    Last year before games they had appetizer specials and craft beer specials for a really good price.  Looks like they are still active.  You can actually make a meal of a couple apps and beers

    https://eathawkers.com/happyhour/

    Another tip:  You can park on the block just north of Hawkers.  Two lots there are usually $5-10 cheaper than Fergs.

    I'm like 10-12 mins away so weeknight games to the Trop are a pleasure.

    First Timer Tonight for USF Basketball

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    Posted · Edited by TexanMark

    First off, thanks for everyone's input.  It was appreciated.

     

    My game report.  I got two tickets for $6 plus fees three rows up from the endcourt. Team played hard but really lacks a deep threat. Castaneda is supposedly the guy but I didn't see it. Rideau looked awful. Reminded me of that guy on a pick up team who sucks at shooting but won't stop. A guard shooting under .500% for free throws should not be on the court. The Center position was getting beat up too but Durr could get better next year.

    Really nice 10K seat arena. Beer was Yuengling but if they sold a draft for $5 vs $7 it would be more reasonable.

    I'd guesstimate about 2500 USF fans and 500 Wichita State fans. Ofcourse many are retirees but a fair amount of younger Shocker fans too.

    Traffic was hideous.  Met my friend at Franklin Templeton about a mile fro the Howard Frankenstein Bridge in St Pete.  Left at 5:33pm we arrived at our parking at 6:58pm.  Ridiculous.  No accidents just congested.  I'll go to another game but it will be on a Saturday.  No wonder the Ray's can't draw crap...no one from Tampa wants to drive over for a weekday game.

     

     

     

    USF at UT Travel Tips

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    A few things I'd pass along.

    Plan on a minimum of 3-4 days.

    Austin is a fun town.  If you are really into live music stay there. If not stay in San Antonio or New Braunfels.  Especially if you have kids or not into that scene.

    San Antonio offers more touristy things and should have much cheaper lodging.

    BBQ: Don't be an idiot and stand in line for hours at Franklin BBQ.  Drive to Luling, Lockhart, New Braunfels or Driftwood to get awesome BBQ.  You'll actually get a table and enjoy it more.  A few names to research for BBQ: Salt Lick, Black's, Cooper's, Kruez, City Market, etc...Roadside BBQ at Rudy's is solid.

    Many spots offer complimentary beans...so find out first.  Cabrito at Cooper's is usually really good. Beef is King...pork is hard to find.  If you like lean Brisket make sure you request it.

    Schlitterbahn in New Braunfels is awesome.  Best natural water park in America.

    The Paseo Del Rio (River Walk) is really fun for drinking.  Take the barge ride to view the River Walk early in the morning. If you wanna save a few bucks stay 1 or 2 blocks instead of overlooking the river.

    Fiesta Texas is fun for the kids but pretty much similar to other theme parks.

    Air Travel: SAT or AUS. Non-stop flights from TPA, PIE, MCO and SFB

    Weather:. Expect 95-100 degrees.  USF section will be on the sunny side.  

    Alamo: Do it only, you need an hour.  Literally about 300 feet from the Riverwalk.  If you have a day trip planned.  Try Fredericksburg, Boerne, Bandera, Wimberley, San Antonio Missions

    Parking on gameday:  I used to find parking south of campus on the north side of downtown.  Have not been to a game at UT in 10 years though.  If you are in good shape the 3/4 mile walk to the stadium might be the way to go.

    Finally for you Football fanatics: SMU is at Texas State on the same day.  Texas St is about 30 mins south of Austin on I-35 heading south towards San Antonio.

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    First Timer Tonight for USF Basketball

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    1 hour ago, flsportsfan83 said:

    The ushers wont bother you. Consessions leave alot to be desired, best is Mr. Empandia's by far. Parking is $10  at the arena. Should be a small crowd. Are you going alone? I may have an extra ticket if my wife is unable to come. You can have it for free. Otherwise they have tickets on ticketmaster for $6.

    Thanks for the offer.  I'm coming with a buddy.  I'm asking him right now about Tix.  If he has only one I'll let you know.

    OT: Sterlin Gilbert

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    10 hours ago, Ricky the Bull said:

    I'm probably heading up to work with SUNY Oswego for a week soon... hopefully when things warm up.

    It was just 67 up in Syracuse the other day..  Snow is back today.  Fly Allegiant (PIE) or Frontier (TPA) nonstop up to Syracuse.  I've only used Allegiant and nothing but good experiences.  Kinda nice to get into a Jet and be there in 2 hours and 15 mins.

    OT: Sterlin Gilbert

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    Posted · Edited by TexanMark

    1 hour ago, Bull Nut said:

    Smart move, if football doesn't work out he can transition to a pitmaster career at Dinosaur BBQ.

    Ha Ha...Dino does a nice take on Brisket.  Probably one of the best sandwiches I ever ate is at Dinosaur made with Pulled Pork and Brisket (Pork Sket) along with other things.  Primanti Bros in Pitt is really close.

     

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