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For those that didn't read the game thread, our own JanieAnnie was the Spurs season ticket holder representative for the captain's meeting.  It's that thing that takes place at half court before the game where a couple players from each team talk to the refs.  Here is JanieAnnie's play-by-play:

I was struck by how really tall the guys are.  Everyone is really friendly and the hand shakes are firm, but I really wanted a hug like the players from the two teams gave each other.  Except if Tim had tried to hug me he probably would have hurt his back from bending so low. Anyway, the head referee asked me if I had anything to say (people usually just say "good luck" or "have a good game") and my reply was, "Yes, sir - Just call 'em like Tim Duncan sees 'em."  It really got a laugh from Tim and Tony, and a pat on the back from Tony, saying "That's good!" And yes, the refs laughed, too. 

Full recap, with JanieAnnie's photos, coming tomorrow.

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That is the coolest thing ever

Just call me The Profit

by Manuwar on Nov 22, 2009 2:30 AM CST reply actions   0 recs

That is the coolest thing ever

"Yes, it's important that I have good numbers, and I'm well-respected as a player. But I think it's more important that I'm respected as a man." - Some Tall Guy Who Wore #50

by theonlyromeo on Nov 22, 2009 5:38 AM CST reply actions   0 recs

That is… the coolest thing ever… ?

I’ve heard only three people in the history of mankind have made Tim smile, and two are dead.

by colom BILI ano on Nov 22, 2009 6:53 AM CST via mobile reply actions   0 recs

Har. +1

Try the new PtR--now entirely BAT-FREE!

by Lauri on Nov 22, 2009 10:35 AM CST up reply actions   0 recs

Laf.

Straight from the No-Stat Zone to your computer!
Dunkin' Cheerleaders

by LatinD on Nov 22, 2009 11:56 AM CST up reply actions   0 recs

That is not true. Despite several reports, Joey Crawford is still legally alive.

Going for the first even year championship!

by Sh!fty on Nov 22, 2009 1:18 PM CST up reply actions   0 recs

In the words of the immortal DeJuan Blair: LOL

by janieannie on Nov 22, 2009 1:26 PM CST up reply actions   0 recs

Woohoo! Way to go, JanieAnnie!

by xman130 on Nov 22, 2009 9:11 AM CST reply actions   0 recs

very cool indeed.

by bones on Nov 22, 2009 9:26 AM CST reply actions   0 recs

Way cool.

Superman wears Manu Ginobili pajamas to bed. - CMoney

by bellasa on Nov 22, 2009 10:25 AM CST reply actions   0 recs

That is so cool. Way to go, janieannie. I can’t wait to see your pics.

My people call it "sarcasm." - Lauri

by CapHill on Nov 22, 2009 10:30 AM CST reply actions   0 recs

Oh Janieannie, I would kill to be able to do that! How fun.

Try the new PtR--now entirely BAT-FREE!

by Lauri on Nov 22, 2009 10:36 AM CST reply actions   0 recs

That’s very cool Janieannie! PTR represent.

by Ed (dfjmed) on Nov 22, 2009 10:43 AM CST reply actions   0 recs

Glad you guys can live vicariously. I’m just thankful that yesterday was not a bad hair day and that I decided to “dress up” a bit for the game. I also did this last season, but chickened out on the comment then because the ref didn’t seem to have a sense of humor! I’m glad Joey Crawford was not on the crew last night; I’m not sure I could have exchanged a handshake with him! It really is the most fun I’ve had at a game – it pays to be nice to your season ticket rep.

by janieannie on Nov 22, 2009 11:16 AM CST reply actions   0 recs

I’m pretty sure Joey C. would have T’d you up after a comment like that.

The game will start with a free throw by the Wiz, then an in-depth investigation will have to be done to determine the extent of the participation of season ticket holders in the Donaghy scandal.

"Yes, it's important that I have good numbers, and I'm well-respected as a player. But I think it's more important that I'm respected as a man." - Some Tall Guy Who Wore #50

by theonlyromeo on Nov 22, 2009 7:28 PM CST up reply actions   0 recs

Unrelated to this thread, but...

I received a reply from Fran Blinebury who wrote the stinging article about Manu being “old” that Lauri had posted. His reply to me was predictably rude – apologized sarcastically for the “reality check.” It wasn’t the reality check – we all know the reality of Manu’s injuries and their impact on the team and his future with the Spurs. Manu is well aware, too, as he has indicated in interviews going back over the last year. But I just did not like the tone of his article, beginning with the headine, and I had to take up for my guy’s feelings. There, I feel better now!

by janieannie on Nov 22, 2009 11:21 AM CST reply actions   0 recs

Coolest thing ever. Congrats, janieannie.

Straight from the No-Stat Zone to your computer!
Dunkin' Cheerleaders

by LatinD on Nov 22, 2009 11:57 AM CST reply actions   0 recs

Really is the coolest thing ever Janie!! Very cool :D

by LionZion on Nov 22, 2009 1:15 PM CST reply actions   0 recs

The kind of thing I’d only be able to think of the next day, awesome!

Hilariously maladjusted. But for all the right reasons.

by Queness on Nov 22, 2009 2:23 PM CST reply actions   0 recs

+1,000,000

We specialize in misinformation around here. Facts and stats just get in the way.

by Wayne Vore (ATS) on Nov 22, 2009 3:02 PM CST up reply actions   0 recs

Cool story JanieAnnie. Glad to see you had to courage to say something spunky this time. Next time, if Joey Crawford is reffing, you should get one of those electrical zappers for when you shake his hand. It wouldn’t be much of a payback after everything he’s done, but it’ll be a start.

When the tooth fairy's own tooth falls out, it is taken during the night by Princess Peanut.

by the little o on Nov 22, 2009 3:07 PM CST reply actions   0 recs

Good idea! I’ve been trying to think of what I might say to Crawford. Anything I came up with would probably make it the first time in history a fan every got a technical. BTW, Spurs are 2 and 0 with me as co-cap, both blowouts. Think I deserve a spot ON the bench, not just near it!

by janieannie on Nov 22, 2009 4:24 PM CST up reply actions   0 recs

It would be pretty awesome if you somehow got two technicals, and they would have to escort you from the bench into the locker room.

When the tooth fairy's own tooth falls out, it is taken during the night by Princess Peanut.

by the little o on Nov 22, 2009 4:47 PM CST up reply actions   0 recs

And I’d never come out of there! Oh, heaven awaits in my mind!

by janieannie on Nov 22, 2009 4:56 PM CST up reply actions   0 recs

Well, Sean nearly got a technical in 2005 while doing commentary…from Crawford.

But he didn’t, so you’d still be first.

Hilariously maladjusted. But for all the right reasons.

by Queness on Nov 22, 2009 6:27 PM CST up reply actions   0 recs

Next time I should read all the comments before replying to an earlier one—like in the one above.

"Yes, it's important that I have good numbers, and I'm well-respected as a player. But I think it's more important that I'm respected as a man." - Some Tall Guy Who Wore #50

by theonlyromeo on Nov 22, 2009 7:30 PM CST up reply actions   0 recs

Hooray, janie! That made my day.

by silverandblack_davis on Nov 22, 2009 6:15 PM CST reply actions   0 recs

Congrats, janie! I’m sorry I missed it. I was trying to catch the first couple of Longhorn drives in the new Fan Fiesta/Fan Zone area. Way to represent!

by BlaseE on Nov 23, 2009 10:47 AM CST reply actions   0 recs

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