Jordan Gross' Kickball Tournament a Success
by Shockers on Apr 17, 2010 6:32 PM EDT
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PrintHey guys, I just got back from the tournament. I had to make it to the gym before it closed, so unfortunately I didn't get to watch the whole thing, but it was awesome hanging out with almost everybody in the Panthers roster. They are the classiest group of people you will ever meet, and I know you won't want to miss out on this great event next year.
Jordan's done a great job holding this event. It was for a great cause, and the locals came out to support Jordan and his family.
Steve Smith. Kids love him.
Here's the list of the players that I got to talk to and take pictures with:
Chris Harris, Tyler Brayton, Thomas Davis, Ryan Kalil, Steve Smith, Jason Baker, Everett Brown, Jordan Gross, Jeff King, Double Trouble, Gary Barnidge, Tony Fiametta, Matt Moore, Geoff Schwartz, Travelle Wharton, and Kenneth Moore
More pictures after the jump...
Memorable moments:
Pros vs. Joes - At least while I was there, Joes were dominating. They had already played 7 games before facing the Panthers. Harris pitched the first couple innings and Smitty took over. Obviously, the Pros went easy on the Joes but it really was fun to watch. Jordan was a fabulous commentator throughout the game.
Kenny and Gary just throwing some football around before the game
Gary with a great catch
The Joes
The Hitman with a deadly pitch
Everette Brown
Everette's arm's the size of my head
He did gain about 10Ibs in the off-season, but he was in great shape as well. Brown and I joked a bit and I got to measure his biceps and my hands couldn't quite measure them. Also a great guy and funny too.
Smitty
Steve Smith and I have almost the same height, yet I look small compared to him
Definitely the kid's favorite. He came a bit later than everyone, and the kids were going crazy. I got to shake his hand, and you're right Jaxon, he's got such a strong grip it's no question he catches every ball that's coming his way.
Chris Harris
The Hitman himself. I hope you don't mind me putting this up.
I have to apologize, Chris, for looking a bit shady, stalking your every movement (this is the Asian kid that was creeping up on you before the game). I'm such a Panthers peasant, and I just couldn't help but to look like a teenybopper at a Justin Bieber concert. But Chris is a classy guy and just looking at him, you know why his nickname's The Hitman. I need to be on his off-season diet.
The Panthers organization has done a great job building a great team, and you can see why the Panthers have passed up on some FA players that had off-field or locker room issues.
That's it folks! I have more pics with the guys, but definitely come out and support the Panthers and Jordan's family next year!
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Keep trying with the pics...email them to me and I'll get the tech team ot get them up
if I have to. CSR welcomes the opportunity to promote such a great event. When members make the effort to take pics and post on it it makes it that much better.
I’m impressed with the number of players there. It shows team solidarity regardless of the changes over the winter.
Looks like it was a lot of fun.
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Awesome turnout for a great cause.
Wish I’d have driven the 4 hours now.
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Such a great group of guys
My friend’s been to the Steelers event (I went to college in Pittsburgh), and Santonio Holmes simply refused to give him an autograph. All he got out of the event was a picture with Jeff Reed, the kicker. I’m not trying to talk down on their organization, but it’s rare for players to really spend time with the fans these days.
I was a lucky few to actually meet them before the game, but the players would constantly walk in and out of the fence signing autographs for everyone else. I’m sure the players waited after the game to sign more autographs as well. This says a lot about the guys we have and the organization.
THIS
is why I need to move to NC. I’d be willing to give up the Orlando Magic if I could get the Panthers in exchange. Plus, it’s too damn hot in Florida. =D
by Ol' Uncle Munnerlyn on Apr 17, 2010 7:30 PM EDT reply actions
dude im from SC and now live in Florida
Trust me you don’t want to live there. Last year I went up to visit and stayed for TC. But that’s as long as you need to be there.
Richardson you better not screw this up for me!
by STEVEN 785 on Apr 18, 2010 1:24 AM EDT via mobile up reply actions
yeah like what?
There’s one big city in nc the rest is pretty much sticks bro…I love where I’m from but yeahhh
Richardson you better not screw this up for me!
by STEVEN 785 on Apr 18, 2010 10:07 AM EDT via mobile up reply actions
Like what? how about.....
-twice as many people
-about 40% bigger
-Charlotte Metropolitan Area
-RTP (Raleigh Durham Chapel HIll)
-Piedmont Triad (Greensboro, Winston-Salem, High Point
-Hurricanes, Panthers, Bobcats
-Tarheels, Blue Devils
I have lived all over NC and I have family in SC so I’ve been all over both. Big difference.
by John Chilton on Apr 18, 2010 10:27 AM EDT up reply actions
ive been to both as well
A lot. Nc is mountains and woods. When I say big city only charlotte comes close. Outside of ny and ca and texas and fla most places are the sticks. Its okay dude. But I’m not going to sit here and argue with you about this
Richardson you better not screw this up for me!
by STEVEN 785 on Apr 18, 2010 10:49 AM EDT via mobile up reply actions
nobodys arguing...
You made a statement that I disagree with and I’m commenting on it. I thought that’s what we do here. If you want to see professional sports, 3 teams play in NC, 0 in SC. If you want to see NCAA championship basketball, the champs from the last two years play here. Yes, there are trees in both states but that doesn’t make them the same.
by John Chilton on Apr 18, 2010 10:58 AM EDT up reply actions
Florida has got a lot of trees, too.
I reside just north of Tampa.
ps. that was definitely a funny exchange between the two of you.
Shockers the Stalker?
Funny description of yourself…
I’m going to have to make a note to attend this next year.
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I was like a kid at a toy store
there were definitely other memorable moments, but if I had to list them all then this post would go on forever.
Matt Moore was carrying a clipboard around, and Jordan joked, “you don’t have to carry that anymore now you got that fat contract” hahaha.
Nice work shockers...
I wish I would have made the trip now. That looks like it was an awesome time. I’m glad to see all the Panthers players who turned out to support a great cause.
As long as the Panthers don't trade for Michael Vick or draft Tim Tebow, my sanity (what's left of it, at least) will remain intact for 2010.
Thanx
Good times for a good cause. Also…good to have a name with a face Shockers.
I tried being reasonable, I didn't like it.
who the hell is that asian dude in the pics???
Jk shocks good stuff man
Richardson you better not screw this up for me!
by STEVEN 785 on Apr 18, 2010 1:28 AM EDT via mobile reply actions
im gonna try
Richardson you better not screw this up for me!
by STEVEN 785 on Apr 18, 2010 10:07 AM EDT via mobile up reply actions
I am SOO there next year
I’ll join you Shockers, it can be the skinny white kid and the Asian dude stalking all the players. :D
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Awesome photo-blog Shockers!
Though you had many gems this was by far my favorite:
I’m such a Panthers peasant, and I just couldn’t help but to look like a teenybopper at a Justin Bieber concert.
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It was a pleasure
What’s going on man. It was a pleasure meeting you and I don’t have any problem with you putting up the picture. I’m glad and very appreciative to have such great fans like yourself. I had a blast at the event and it was for a great cause. Glad you had fun!
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by chinchillas sword on Apr 19, 2010 6:45 AM EDT reply actions
CAPTAIN MUNNERLYN wasn't there? :(
That guy has THE best name in the history of mankind.
by Ol' Uncle Munnerlyn on Apr 19, 2010 10:18 PM EDT reply actions
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