We all know this game is a long shot, and we all know that hoops needs an NIL lift like crazy. If we win this game, who here would be willing to do a one time contribution to support the *players* of our team. If we somehow pull this off, I’m going to donate $100. If we can get 10 people like me, that’s $1,000.

I know some will say “support no matter what” and you’re not wrong, but to those that aren’t supporting now, maybe this can get their feet wet and he’ll build that NIL bucket in the future.

Anyone else willing to donate *if* we beat Kansas?

I hope everyone’s ringing in 2025 with joy, health, and good company. For me, this New Year is extra special—I’m officially retired from the Army as of tomorrow after 32 years, 5 months, and 7 days of service. It’s been an incredible journey, spanning over 32 years as both an enlisted Soldier and an officer. Reflecting on my time in uniform, I’m overwhelmed with gratitude for the countless people who’ve shaped my career. If you’re curious to see it, here’s a link to the video: NoSurf2day's Retirement Ceremony.


On top of that, my family and I are celebrating another huge blessing—we’re expecting our third child, and it’s a girl! We’ve named her Ava Marie, and we couldn’t be more excited. God has truly blessed us in so many ways, and I’m beyond grateful.


Looking ahead, I’m stepping into my next chapter as a retired Soldier, continuing to support the warfighter as a government contractor here in Huntsville. I plan to keep at it as long as it’s fulfilling, and I can’t wait to see what’s in store.


On the home front, we’re also preparing for big things for our oldest son who is on the spectrum. He’s applying to the Alabama School of Cyber Technology and Engineering (ASCTE) for 10th grade, and we’re hopeful he’ll be accepted. It’s an amazing STEM school, and he’s passionate about gaming design. If he pursues that path, I’d love to see him at UCF one day.


Lastly, here’s to our UCF sports teams in 2025! I’m excited to see what Scott Frost can do for football and hopeful our basketball team will make some noise in the Big 12. Let’s go dancing in March!


Wishing everyone a safe and happy New Year—remember, no adding or subtracting from the population unless it’s intentional. 😉 Looking forward to more great banter with all of you in the year ahead.


From my family to yours, Cheers to 2025!

Thought I would start this out with a bow hunting question. Due to shoulder issues I got out of compound bow hunting years ago and moved to a crossbow. Recently I decided to jump back into the compound bow world again with a Matthews Lift. Love it, it’s excellent.
My question for the bow hunters: What broad heads are you using?

I shoot Rage expandable on my crossbow but I’m not sure at my draw weight those will work well on elk. I think for whitetail those will be fine, but I ordered a set of Iron Will S100’s to test out as well. Thoughts?

There, I said it.

A Cat 4 hurricane (likely before the end of the day) in June is crazy.

buckle up, it’s bad

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For me it was either Nyjalik or Xe'ree. Nyjalik was one of our better D-Lineman getting pressure and Xe'ree was really coming along at the latter half of season. It was sad to see him go.

Not many Offensive players deserved to be on this list. None really had a real production IMO.

You can move this to the cooler if you want but i just looked in there and the water cooler has been filled with sewage.

Anyone play Star Citizen? I saw they've raise over $400 million over the last like 9 years and it's still in alpha. But watching some youtube videos on it and it looks amazing.

TN backup QB Gaston Moore is in the portal....Gaston was a walk-on and our Scout team QB when Heupel was coach and worked his way up to TN backup...and he did a pretty good job when he got a chance to play. Come on Scott, give him a chance....it would be fitting since this portal shit is so out of hand!
https://www.rockytopinsider.com/2021/07/09/former-ucf-walk-on-quarterback-enrolls-at-tennessee/

If anyone is interested in catching a Magic game, I’m selling two club level seats to the Sunday, January 12, game at 6:00 PM versus the 76ers. Selling at my cost of $234 for the pair.

FYI: google Taipei 101 Fireworks to see a pretty spectacular and unique fireworks display.

33 years ago I was paceing the halls of the hospital in Syracuse waiting for my son. Eventually the Dr had to go in and get him.

33 years later he is standing in the massive crowd at Taipei 101 as one of the first people in the world to welcome 2025.

With contributions from former UCF players:

Big out of conference game tonight

#4 Auburn (4-0)
#5 Iowa State (3-0)
The Maui Invitational Presented by Novavax

9:00 PM
ESPNU

I don’t really like new years goals because I don’t think they ever work out. But a current goal I’m working on is to get a six pack. As my reward I’m going to buy myself a $3k goal chain.

What are you working towards in this new year?

Let’s make it happen!!!

I’m looking for a Christmas present for myself. I cook almost every night and my 10+ year old Henckles knife set from my wedding has seen better days.

I’m looking for a really good 8in chefs knife to be my new main tool. Trying to spend under $300 but could be persuaded otherwise.

Anyone have any recommendations?

This season I've noticed a lot of D1 programs playing OOC games against teams I've never heard of, with records indicating far less games played. For example, tonight we saw games....

Eastern Washington beat (0-1!!) Eastern Oregon.

Jax St. beats (0-1!!!) Fort Valley State

My hatters have two lone wins vs. (0-1!!!) Ft. Lauderdale and (0-2!!!) New College of Florida

My question is this....

While I know many teams like to pad their OOC schedule records, I have never seen so many no name schools. But who are they (NAIA of course) and why do they seem to play far less opponents in terms of quantity, than other D1 schools?

Flawless liftoff, the solar array has deployed and it is generating power!

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Doubleheader on CBS Sports Network
#16 Cincy @ K State now followed by #3 Iowa State at Colorado @ 9:00pm.

Also…

#14 Houston @ Ok State @ 8:00 on ESPN+
TCU @ Arizona @ 8:00 on ESPN+ as well

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Dawkins fired

Timmy starts the szn, someone not on the roster finishes it

We beat the Gators

2024 election ignites the board back to COVID/Vax argument levels

What are your predictions?

@dali drama sup with this


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I have a feeling that karma eventually returns…