Chris Snees and H. Walker
Chris Snees
Chris grew up in the small town where I live today; just a dirt road away. Like many schools throughout the US, you can see favoritism among the coaches. Much like Michael Jordon, a child would have a better chance to show his/her talent in a college. The position Chris played in high school is a position in which a child only needs to show his ability, to handle the position. Chris sure did.
I believe children in many of our schools who want to secure the position of running back or quarterback who had a coach's son on his team, had to challenge the coach for the position. Most of them had little chance of ever becoming first string. And I'd sure like to know how many parents would boldly testify that throughout the US, sons of coaches secure those positions over other players who are just as qualified?
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Chris went to school with 5 of my 6 grandsons. He befriended one. The one that wasn't a football player and broke school records in track. And I have another grandson who stands his ground as a Giant fan on an Eagles turf, at Spolar's Estate, who played football with Snees. I've had the pleasure of watching Chris grow up. Chris excelled on the field in high school. He showed he was able to fill the shoes of an NFL player when he played in college. I always got a laugh while sitting on the bleachers next to my son-in-law. Game after game I’d hear my son-in-law say, “I sure hope Snees doesn’t fall on my son, he’s Mighty Big.” Three Cheers for the small town guy who reached his goal.
Chris has proved himself over the years on the offensive line worthy of being a second alternate for the NFC Pro Bowl roster for 2008. It’s a good feeling walking into a small high school such as Montrose and see a Giants helmet in the showcase. Chris earned every bite of his Super Bowl ring.
Herschel Walker
Not only is he a Heisman Trophy winner, he is also a guy who loves society. Herschel and I have something in common, humanity. Sitting with him at a Super Show and watching him maneuver during parties, Herschel displayed the super guy that his team members talk about.
Since I am from the Philly area, obviously my family and I are Eagles fans. There are many things that cause me to reflect back to my childhood days of why I am such a huge fan. Some of them are: my family members helping to build the stadium, watching the game in great seats, going to crowded bars and clubs and having fun while we all screamed at the TV which sometimes got out of control. The parking lots were always overflowing with tailgating campers and truckers.
It seemed normal to see tiny tots cheering off the shoulders of their dads at beer parties. All of these things contribute to why Eagle fans are true diehards.
And in case you didn't know from a woman's view point, Hershel gives a real hug that doesn't feel like a free feel. Perhaps like me you noticed that no matter what t-shirt Hershel wears, the eagle's wings are still across his chest. He is one of my favorite players.
