Post by geckshow on Dec 24, 2010 7:21:23 GMT -5
Ever since I first started sitting with the Show, all I wanted to do was be a part of something special. I've always been an outgoing guy and felt I could fit in with such an interesting and diverse group of people (That's meant with all the respect in the world).
While I may not have seemed as outgoing at first, as I only sat in the second row with Travis, I wanted to find a way to become more involved. Thus, as many you remember, I decided to paint my face red & black and join the fun. I have to admit those were some of the best moments of my life. Just being a part of the Show was exhilarating and I looked forward to every game. But not just to watch basketball, I enjoyed being able to see the people that I had slowly developed friendships with and had gotten to know better.
I admit I wasn't a regular attendee of the postgame tradition of Woodstocks. But by the time the game was over, my face paint was a mess and I just wanted to wash it off. Which, unfortunately, took a good length of time. Another big reason I didn't join in was because I wasn't a big fan of pizza. I know, who doesn't like pizza?!?
But that isn't why so many of you are mad at me. A fellow Show member recently brought to my attention things that bother certain people. I'm not going to say any names, but I will go into detail on a couple of these.
The first and probably the biggest issue is drinking before the game. I understand a number of you strongly dislike me pregaming (whatever the level) before Aztec basketball games. And as fellow Show members, you have that right. So I just wanna apologize for the games last year when I was inebriated after some heavy drinking. I definitely didn't intent on making anyone angry. I was just trying to have some fun, but I guess that fun has cost me friendships that I worked so hard to form. And because that's one of the biggest reasons why I joined the Show, I promise you guys I will do my very best to no longer come to games intoxicated. Because I would like to re-kindle friendships and of course not miss a single second of Aztec hoops.
Secondly, when it comes to faces, I admit I'm selfish. I always try to get myself one before helping pass them out. I could make an excuse for this, but I'm not. There's no reason why I shouldn't help out and then if there's an extra face, I'll be able to have it. If not, no big deal. This is much harder said than done though. But from now on, I will strive to do my best to help out before taking a face.
There are obviously a lot more things that bother people, but I'll leave it there because I don't wanna write a book...
However, I'd like to defend myself on my level of participation. I do try to play a role in ideas and such, but sometimes I feel that I don't get the opportunity to do do. I'm not trying to complain, but am just asking for more opportunities to be a part of things. That's mainly why I go out of my way right before the game to collect newspapers all around campus. (That's on me though, I should get them earlier). Irregardless, I volunteered for the job because I wanted to be worth-while to the Show and help out. That's what I've always wanted to do and am sad to see that's not what a number of you think.
I plan on fixing that though, with a more participatory-driven attitude (don't even know if that's a word) from here on out. All I ask in return, is more opportunities to participate. Cause I know that's what the Show is all about. Coming together for a common purpose and trying to get as many people involved. I love ya guys (no homo) and hope you take what I've said to heart. And feel free to comment if I've gotten anything wrong or if there's something else that bothers you. Cause I want it all out on the table so the Show can be at full-force for what's sure to be a great conference season.
Merry Christmas, Happy New Year and GO AZTECS!!!!
P.S. YEEEEEEEEE
