Thursday, August 23, 2007
Day with the Vols!
The following pictures were taken today as we claimed our "Day with the Vols" prize package. In addition to attending football practice and receiving a facilities tour, the boys were given goody bags filled with hats, shirts, media guides, posters, and more.
The first pictures are of the east side club area, which was new for the 2006 football season. The club seat area features 414 outdoor 22-inch leather seats and, directly behind the seats, a large indoor club room with private restrooms, pre-game and half-time buffets, tables, couches, and several flat-screen televisions. This common area also has a great view of the Tennessee River on the side opposite the view of the field.
Pictured to the right is Jeff Day, a former track athlete at UT who now works in the Marketing Department. He was our guide for the day. We learned that his girlfriend's parents, Paul and Sandy Davis, live in Martin. Russ, we understand that they are avid runners, teach at UT Martin, and attend the Methodist Church.
Elevator Doors
Imposing photo of former Vol, Jesse Mahelona
Skybox View
Note the new full-color, state-of-the-art fascia display that has been added. In fact, there have been 4 added which measure the longest in any collegiate outdoor stadium at approximately 1,200 feet. These displays have the capability to show recorded video, colorful animation and vivid graphics. The displays use red, green and blue light emitting diode technology to present images and information.
View from where the players begin their run through the T.
Game Day Locker Room
Thompson-Boling Arena Luxury Box construction
UT is the only Division I school with its own pharmacy. The pharmacist, John Karnes, is one of Laura's old buddies from CVS. We had a good time visiting with him, and I now know what I want to do when I retire.
Entrance to locker rooms
Entrance to weight room - Countdown to Cal!
"Daddy, won't you please increase your UT donation?"
The first pictures are of the east side club area, which was new for the 2006 football season. The club seat area features 414 outdoor 22-inch leather seats and, directly behind the seats, a large indoor club room with private restrooms, pre-game and half-time buffets, tables, couches, and several flat-screen televisions. This common area also has a great view of the Tennessee River on the side opposite the view of the field.
Pictured to the right is Jeff Day, a former track athlete at UT who now works in the Marketing Department. He was our guide for the day. We learned that his girlfriend's parents, Paul and Sandy Davis, live in Martin. Russ, we understand that they are avid runners, teach at UT Martin, and attend the Methodist Church.
Elevator Doors
Imposing photo of former Vol, Jesse Mahelona
Skybox View
Note the new full-color, state-of-the-art fascia display that has been added. In fact, there have been 4 added which measure the longest in any collegiate outdoor stadium at approximately 1,200 feet. These displays have the capability to show recorded video, colorful animation and vivid graphics. The displays use red, green and blue light emitting diode technology to present images and information.
View from where the players begin their run through the T.
Game Day Locker Room
Thompson-Boling Arena Luxury Box construction
UT is the only Division I school with its own pharmacy. The pharmacist, John Karnes, is one of Laura's old buddies from CVS. We had a good time visiting with him, and I now know what I want to do when I retire.
Entrance to locker rooms
Entrance to weight room - Countdown to Cal!
"Daddy, won't you please increase your UT donation?"
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