Being born and raised in Knoxville, I'm about as true Orange as it gets.I've fussed and cussed and trash talked with every school in existence, Bama being one of the major ones. I've argued, picked on, made fun of and run down any and all schools Tennessee has played. But, with that said, it has ALWAYS been done with a veil of respect! Especially with the top schools in the SEC! Every program eventually goes through it's own tumultuous times and must bite from the ... of despair. Tennessee is currently suffering with a mouth full now.
Most Vol fans did not like the hire of Kiffin but was forced to accept and back the staff. And everyone that I know, would hold their breath every time he would get up to speak. Just waiting on something new to fall and more bullets for the fans to dodge. Though it could not be shown, most hated a lot of what was being done to this program. What was seen after Kiffins announced departure was NOT because Tennessee fans did not want him leaving, it was done because of a few different things. #1 Timing, that staff knew very well that what they were doing would completely cripple this program for many years.
#2 was the fact that even before the press conference was over, Orgeron was on the phone calling recruits to try to pull them to USC.
#3, Kiffin REFUSED to speak to the fans that backed him and welcomed him, his staff and his family. He also refused to allow anything to be broadcast live. And #4 He even refused to speak with any of the parents and even locked himself in his office and refused to come out until the parents were made to leave.
The parents were not looking for blood, they were only to have their questions answered. He also refused to answer questions and stated that if questions were asked during the press conference, he would stop immediately and would leave.
None of this truly matters now and is really not my reason for this post. The true reason for this post is mainly as a thank you. And will be left at many of the SEC forums. Although there have been many that have enjoyed/loved what has happened to Tennessee, the majority that have visited the Tennessee forums have been incredibly encouraging and gracious. Although on the field and in the stands, there is no love lost, there is a semi-sense of respect among most SEC teams. I may not like Alabama, but what you have accomplished is deserved and respected. It was done on the field, it was earned! Congratulations on your National Championship. It should always remain in the SEC!
Yes, I still hope that we destroy you and all other teams next year, yes I will boo your team when they take the field, and yes I will wear my Orange proudly regardless of how well we play! But you have my respect for your accomplishments and today, again I say thank you for the words that some have said during this time. You have my thanks and best wishes for next year! I truly hope you go undefeated again...
Until we get there and beat the hell out of you. :biggrin2:
God Bless
Go Big Orange!!!!!
Most Vol fans did not like the hire of Kiffin but was forced to accept and back the staff. And everyone that I know, would hold their breath every time he would get up to speak. Just waiting on something new to fall and more bullets for the fans to dodge. Though it could not be shown, most hated a lot of what was being done to this program. What was seen after Kiffins announced departure was NOT because Tennessee fans did not want him leaving, it was done because of a few different things. #1 Timing, that staff knew very well that what they were doing would completely cripple this program for many years.
#2 was the fact that even before the press conference was over, Orgeron was on the phone calling recruits to try to pull them to USC.
#3, Kiffin REFUSED to speak to the fans that backed him and welcomed him, his staff and his family. He also refused to allow anything to be broadcast live. And #4 He even refused to speak with any of the parents and even locked himself in his office and refused to come out until the parents were made to leave.
The parents were not looking for blood, they were only to have their questions answered. He also refused to answer questions and stated that if questions were asked during the press conference, he would stop immediately and would leave.
None of this truly matters now and is really not my reason for this post. The true reason for this post is mainly as a thank you. And will be left at many of the SEC forums. Although there have been many that have enjoyed/loved what has happened to Tennessee, the majority that have visited the Tennessee forums have been incredibly encouraging and gracious. Although on the field and in the stands, there is no love lost, there is a semi-sense of respect among most SEC teams. I may not like Alabama, but what you have accomplished is deserved and respected. It was done on the field, it was earned! Congratulations on your National Championship. It should always remain in the SEC!
Yes, I still hope that we destroy you and all other teams next year, yes I will boo your team when they take the field, and yes I will wear my Orange proudly regardless of how well we play! But you have my respect for your accomplishments and today, again I say thank you for the words that some have said during this time. You have my thanks and best wishes for next year! I truly hope you go undefeated again...
Until we get there and beat the hell out of you. :biggrin2:
God Bless
Go Big Orange!!!!!
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