Countdown To The Cotton Bowl

tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8205082097009448182011-10-10T15:11:05.703-05:00Countdown To The Cotton BowlBillhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05378750035187794068noreply@blogger.comBlogger1091100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-820508209700944818.post-40757233266339903042008-01-02T22:22:00.000-06:002008-12-11T01:32:34.734-06:00WHAT A GREAT TIME!

So I wasn't able to blog via cell phone like I had originally hoped but I am able to recap my entire trip now! The drive down was going pretty smoothly until we ran out of gas in a dead part of Oklahoma. Some Arkansas fans saw us walking and offered to give us a ride to a gas station. We were very grateful and were able to get back on the road without losing too much time. we made it to Dallas

Kendra Walterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09953602792826215703noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-820508209700944818.post-84464221476581766972008-01-02T22:14:00.000-06:002008-01-02T22:23:37.168-06:00Great to be home

I drove through most of the day with a steady stream of tiger-tail vehicles. I tried to wave to as many people as possible. There was a really cool sense of friendship along the highway. At one point, I looked over to my husband and said I wished I had a big sign to invited everyone along the road to eat lunch together. That would have been fun.After such an exciting week in Dallas, it's awesome

Jen Reeveshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13598329949460858293noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-820508209700944818.post-43391358465443233212008-01-02T11:44:00.000-06:002008-12-11T01:32:34.978-06:00Finally Home

There is nothing like being able to take your shows on the road... nothing. The adrenaline rush you get is unlike anything you feel behind the desk tucked safely away in the studio.We met such amazing people in Texas, and were able to tell some pretty incredible stories. The main goal behind these trips is to give our viewers, who were unable to attend the game, a taste of what its like. I

Megan Murphyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08734518725544139488noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-820508209700944818.post-26296361660522921152008-01-02T09:27:00.000-06:002008-12-11T01:32:35.217-06:00On the road again

A lot of fans left Dallas after the big game. I'm guessing the rest are like us: flying or driving home today. I have a copy of the Dallas newspaper. The front picture is Chase Daniel holding the Cotton Bowl trophy with a big smile. Its a fun time to be a Tiger fan.[Update: We're on Highway 69 in Oklahoma and we can see all kinds of Missouri plates. Everyone looks very, very determined to get

Jen Reeveshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13598329949460858293noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-820508209700944818.post-5110774194426005822008-01-02T02:21:00.000-06:002008-12-11T01:32:35.366-06:00Heading Home

We left for Columbia straight from the game so I didn’t have access to the internet until now. Nonetheless, I thought I’d put in my two cents (even if it’s a little late). Since I’m a senior, this was the perfect game to see and remember as my last Mizzou football game to attend as a student. What a great season it has been! If someone told me that we would be ranked the #1 team in the nation

Kara Bournhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14151930658492682673noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-820508209700944818.post-43760699877046757772008-01-01T22:15:00.000-06:002008-01-01T22:33:52.003-06:00Players after the game

After the game, I spent some time with the crowd as they watched the team get ready to leave the Cotton Bowl. There were fans seeking autographs and there were a lot of moms, dads, siblings, other family members and friends.

Jen Reeveshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13598329949460858293noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-820508209700944818.post-63249190350932581362008-01-01T20:41:00.000-06:002008-01-01T20:43:57.411-06:00Cotton Bowl Pictures

Photographer Lauren Palandro took pictures of the Cotton Bowl from the perspective of a fan in the stands. There were all kinds of emotion and excitement.

Jen Reeveshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13598329949460858293noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-820508209700944818.post-41248496567527457632008-01-01T16:15:00.000-06:002008-12-11T01:32:35.537-06:00What a Game!

I am now 2-0 on Missouri bowl games. I went to the Independence Bowl and watched the Missouri Tigers come back from a huge deficit and beat the Gamecocks. Today's Cotton Bowl was equally amazing. I was extremely impressed with the Tiger defense and then, of course, Tony Temple--what a way to end his career at Missouri. I can't wait to hear what the BCS officials are saying now. I'm going to watch

Ashley Farrellnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-820508209700944818.post-41047647347424374402008-01-01T15:57:00.000-06:002008-12-11T01:32:35.949-06:00More tips on Dallas fun

A very upscale place that I try and go to every time I'm here is The Ghost Bar in the W Hotel...located right across from Victory Park and the American Airlines Center. It's beautiful to go to at night... The Mavericks are always on hand and the balcony overlooks downtown.For those true cowboys at heart... head west to Cow-town aka Ft. Worth and check out the stockyards..

Erica Bennetthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01939098120958263494noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-820508209700944818.post-91526058503051436062008-01-01T15:37:00.000-06:002008-12-11T01:32:36.168-06:00Enjoying Dallas

Now...coming off an amazing victory over Arkansas calls for celebration!!! For those who will be hanging around Dallas a little longer can check out a multitude of places to suit them.Being a Dallas native I have enjoyed this city inside and out and still look foward to coming home and going to all my favorite spots and trying some new ones along the way.For immediate celebration, try going to to

Erica Bennetthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01939098120958263494noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-820508209700944818.post-69382666373931438712008-01-01T15:14:00.000-06:002008-12-11T01:32:36.373-06:00Cheering on the team

There are a ton of people gathered outside the team buses to celbrate the win. Kids are asking for autographs and parents are hugging their players. All kinds of smiles.

Jen Reeveshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13598329949460858293noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-820508209700944818.post-38053325608497919492008-01-01T15:12:00.000-06:002008-12-11T01:32:36.642-06:00Let's Celebrate Together!

Post your thoughts about the game and the season in the comments section of the Countdown to the Cotton Bowl blog.

Jonathan Coffmanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15481396461383803150noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-820508209700944818.post-87242639801730734702008-01-01T14:32:00.000-06:002008-12-11T01:32:36.900-06:00The rush is on...

For t-shirts!!!

Jen Reeveshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13598329949460858293noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-820508209700944818.post-91321736772866573722008-01-01T14:30:00.001-06:002008-01-01T14:30:58.839-06:00

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Jonathan Coffmanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15481396461383803150noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-820508209700944818.post-61857183584531900492008-01-01T14:18:00.001-06:002008-12-11T01:32:37.075-06:00Mizzou wins!

Jen Reeveshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13598329949460858293noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-820508209700944818.post-26357327603786955332008-01-01T14:00:00.003-06:002008-12-11T01:32:37.396-06:00Protecting the posts

A group of security personelle just started standing in the end zones to protect the field goals on each side of the field. I guess they think Mizzou fans want to take those posts down.

Jen Reeveshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13598329949460858293noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-820508209700944818.post-67453595390171622092008-01-01T14:00:00.002-06:002008-01-01T14:04:06.271-06:00It's a record

Tony Temple has now set a Cotton Bowl record for most rushing touchdowns (four of them). The team carried him off the field in celebration. He's also the leading rusher in the history of the Cotton Bowl with 281 yards. He's also rushed more than 1,000 yards this season.Wow.

Jen Reeveshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13598329949460858293noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-820508209700944818.post-13069913099380691762008-01-01T14:00:00.001-06:002008-01-01T14:08:57.597-06:00Arkansas fans flee Cotton Bowl

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Jonathan Coffmanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15481396461383803150noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-820508209700944818.post-57307066037694091162008-01-01T13:36:00.000-06:002008-12-11T01:32:37.591-06:00The dividing line

Here's what I was talking about. You can actually see the division between the Arkansas and the Missouri fans.Here's something you probably couldn't see on the television. The field is painted... Even the grass is painted. Now that paint is showing up on player and referee shoes. There's one ref who you can see green shoes AND socks. That can't be fun.I've had some pretty nice conversations with

Jen Reeveshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13598329949460858293noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-820508209700944818.post-42510307941537441162008-01-01T13:06:00.000-06:002008-01-01T13:14:07.981-06:0073,114

That's how many people attended the game today. It is pretty full. You can see people on the very top of the bleachers... Most of those people are standing up to catch all of the action.And they were able to see William Moore return an interception for a touchdown. Wow. It's REALLY hard to not show my team colors in the press area. As I've said in previous blogs, Tiger football may be one of the

Jen Reeveshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13598329949460858293noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-820508209700944818.post-89564412566033631332008-01-01T12:49:00.000-06:002008-12-11T01:32:37.852-06:00Tony Temple ties record

Temple tied a Cotton Bowl record for three rushing touchdowns. The last person to do that was in the '50s.

Jen Reeveshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13598329949460858293noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-820508209700944818.post-51540451796683862172008-01-01T12:39:00.001-06:002008-01-01T14:09:30.677-06:00Halftime!

And the Tigers are enjoying some hog!- Jonathan Coffmanhttp://jonathancoffman.com/Mobile post sent by jdcoffman using Utterz. Replies. mp3

Jonathan Coffmanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15481396461383803150noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-820508209700944818.post-44833148717830101582008-01-01T12:25:00.000-06:002008-12-11T01:32:38.312-06:00Marching Mizzou

Tigers is upside down, but it is still cool

Jen Reeveshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13598329949460858293noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-820508209700944818.post-53733741233522356432008-01-01T12:04:00.000-06:002008-12-11T01:32:38.480-06:00The Mizzou Fans Celebrate

I'm sitting in the press area and can see the Mizzou fans cheer. There's extra MIZ-ZOU chants underway after Mizzou scored its second touchdown.

Jen Reeveshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13598329949460858293noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-820508209700944818.post-34384756190514633622008-01-01T11:44:00.001-06:002008-01-01T12:08:28.630-06:00Statistic update

We're in the second quarter of the game... here are some stats so far:Missouri has had seven first downs, Arkansas has had none. Tony Temple has rushed 52 yards while Darren McFadden has rushed 25. Chase Daniel has 74 yards.Just a couple of tidbits for you!I'n still online at the game until I run out of battery power. I'm happy to chat with you.

Jen Reeveshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13598329949460858293noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-820508209700944818.post-2663365494494304052008-01-01T11:32:00.000-06:002008-12-11T01:32:38.631-06:00Games this exciting ought to be illegal!

The Tigers are putting on quite a show for us this morning in chilly Dallas. Fan and team moral appears to be very high. Go Tigers!

Jonathan Coffmanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15481396461383803150noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-820508209700944818.post-27643243517880270572008-01-01T11:08:00.000-06:002008-12-11T01:32:38.788-06:00My view

There are lots of Mizzou fans and you can see a distict dividing line between the Tigers and Razorback fans.

Jen Reeveshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13598329949460858293noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-820508209700944818.post-33266108941525022852008-01-01T10:46:00.000-06:002008-01-01T10:48:44.599-06:00Feel free to chat

The game just got started and I'm about to run to the stadium to watch the game. Once I get there, I'm planning to get online and chat with anyone who wants to talk about the game... Just type in that little gray box on the right.Enjoy the game!

Jen Reeveshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13598329949460858293noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-820508209700944818.post-17962058436594117102008-01-01T10:30:00.001-06:002008-01-01T12:06:29.859-06:00Our national anthem

Listen in as our national anthem opens up the 2008 cotton bowl.- Jonathan Coffmanhttp://jonathancoffman.com/Mobile post sent by jdcoffman using Utterz. Replies. mp3

Jonathan Coffmanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15481396461383803150noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-820508209700944818.post-75291614762006918642008-01-01T09:47:00.000-06:002008-12-11T01:32:38.990-06:00Chilly broadcasting

We're live in the shade and it is COLD!

Jen Reeveshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13598329949460858293noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-820508209700944818.post-48308149021313270332008-01-01T08:59:00.003-06:002008-12-11T01:32:39.291-06:00Get ready

The Cotton Bowl pre-game show is about to start!

Jen Reeveshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13598329949460858293noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-820508209700944818.post-54519558174008042032008-01-01T08:59:00.001-06:002008-12-11T01:32:39.500-06:00Mizzou tailgate

I'm at the Alumni sponsored tailgate where hundreds of faithful Mizzou fans are congregating

Jonathan Coffmanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15481396461383803150noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-820508209700944818.post-8918959062029637702008-01-01T08:58:00.001-06:002008-12-11T01:32:39.605-06:00Marching Mizzou arrives at the Cotton Bowl

Jen Reeveshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13598329949460858293noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-820508209700944818.post-84848589724932662752008-01-01T08:14:00.001-06:002008-12-11T01:32:39.861-06:00Countdown to Kickoff

It's been a busy morning to say the least at the Cotton Bowl. A great morning show already in the books and our KOMU crew is working hard to bring you an in-depth 90 minute preview show beginning at 9:00. This game is the biggest for any Missouri football team since the 1970 Orange Bowl and with a win, this team would solidify themselves among the best teams in Tiger history. To do so, they'll

Tyler Profilethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11645625187584058016noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-820508209700944818.post-80251946417688283142008-01-01T07:11:00.000-06:002008-01-01T07:12:11.417-06:00New Year's Eve Parade

After a bit of a delay, I have some photos taken by Lauren Polandro of yesterday's big parade and rally. Enjoy!

Jen Reeveshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13598329949460858293noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-820508209700944818.post-86233007431840479842008-01-01T07:07:00.000-06:002008-12-11T01:32:40.083-06:00Game Day is Here!

Good morning everyone!My dad and I just woke up and are currently getting ready for the day. Our bus leaves at 8:15 for some tailgating fun and then the Cotton Bowl. It's going to be cold out there, but I know the only thing I'll be thinking about is the Tigers on the football field.As Tiger fans, I hope we show more class and have more fun today. Don't boo the band...they're job is to

Ashley Farrellnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-820508209700944818.post-47742254985813837512008-01-01T06:51:00.000-06:002008-12-11T01:32:40.352-06:00Party Hard Cheer Hard?

I went to bed early, I was tired from all the fun I've had the last few days in Dallas and I hope you've enjoyed experiencing some of it with me. As my first post of the new year I want to wish all you Tiger Fans a happy new year. Now those Arkansas fans, well they're not awake and getting ready to tailgate yet... In fact they were up until 3am this morning SUEEYing up and down the hallways in

Jonathan Coffmanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15481396461383803150noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-820508209700944818.post-22044166152542438982008-01-01T06:31:00.000-06:002008-12-11T01:32:40.513-06:00Cotton Bowl morning show

Our morning show is up and running. There a few people wandering around who clearly have not gone to bed yet. I'm working on uploading some pictures of yesterday's big parade.

Jen Reeveshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13598329949460858293noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-820508209700944818.post-18920371191839901212008-01-01T05:30:00.001-06:002008-12-11T01:32:40.681-06:00Thank goodness for coffee

I've been awake for an hour... We're heading out of the hotel to get to our live location at the stadium. A long but fun day. I'm hoping to stay online during the game... Feel free to chat with me in that =little box on the right. It gives you the chance to instant message me live.

Jen Reeveshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13598329949460858293noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-820508209700944818.post-32253098235352471422008-01-01T00:23:00.000-06:002008-12-11T01:32:41.072-06:00Night with Tiger Fans

Happy New Year everyone! I can't believe 2007 is over. Time flies by when your team goes 11-2, is #1 in the nation at one point, and the only team to beat the Jayhawks...Go Tigers!It's been a long, but fun day. So the party at the hotel didn't have 400-500 fans, more like 40-50...but no matter, we Tiger fans know how to have a good time. I spent the night with my dad and his friends (all alum

Ashley Farrellnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-820508209700944818.post-61506728902371094372008-01-01T00:00:00.001-06:002008-12-11T01:32:41.225-06:00Happy new year!

Jen Reeveshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13598329949460858293noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-820508209700944818.post-39084953719309102152007-12-31T22:39:00.000-06:002008-12-11T01:32:41.366-06:00Last live show for the day

Our team just wrapped up hours and hours of live coverage on New Years Eve. I hope everyone gas a great night and we have a lot if fun tomorrow.

Jen Reeveshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13598329949460858293noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-820508209700944818.post-74315643485065155862007-12-31T20:53:00.000-06:002008-12-11T01:32:41.608-06:00Pre-Cotton Bowl Productions and Slideshow

It's been a great experience so far and being able to see so many Missouri fans and KOMU staffers down here in Dallas is really something special. I've thoroughly enjoyed my time at all of the Cotton Bowl activities and want to wish all of the Countdown to the Cotton Bowl blog readers a very happy New Year. I hope you've enjoyed all of the posts by KOMU personalities and behind the scenes folks,

Jonathan Coffmanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15481396461383803150noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-820508209700944818.post-44283543783888354702007-12-31T18:40:00.000-06:002008-12-11T01:32:41.863-06:00Newscasts are wrapped up

A big group of us are headed to dinner at YO Steakhouse. It should be fun. Then we'll be back at work for the ten.

Jen Reeveshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13598329949460858293noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-820508209700944818.post-75526369934569767472007-12-31T17:26:00.001-06:002008-12-11T01:32:42.026-06:00We're Live!

From the corner of Corbin and Market KOMU is live at five right now and I'm watching! I joined around 10 other KOMU folks to help/watch the live newscast from Dallas. There were only a few of 'those guys' who insist on yelling and walking through the shot in the background. Why does there always have to be "that guy"? My family was also on-set and enjoyed watching a newscast being produced by

Jonathan Coffmanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15481396461383803150noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-820508209700944818.post-33188722867998976622007-12-31T16:48:00.000-06:002008-01-01T13:42:43.505-06:00A good question

I just had someone ask me over the instant message box over there on the right side how many people we have here in Dallas. In total, we have 22 people in front of the camera and behind the scenes. It's quite a production. Check out some of the slideshows on here or go to KOMU's Flickr page to see some of the people working here. It's a blast. We're all exhausted, but enjoying it all.The 5pm

Jen Reeveshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13598329949460858293noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-820508209700944818.post-27306715140891253072007-12-31T16:02:00.001-06:002008-12-11T01:32:42.185-06:00Cotton Bowl Parade Ends

Well the parade has ended and Mizzou fans are a lot classier than several of the Razorback fans. The Suey chanting and some rude comments were being thrown our way, but Mizzou fans remained calm and polite to our competitors.As my closing parade picture I present you with the Golden Girls! If they havent posted yet you'll soon see two audio posts as Marching Mizzou passed by my section of the

Jonathan Coffmanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15481396461383803150noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-820508209700944818.post-20186893203158089542007-12-31T15:55:00.001-06:002007-12-31T20:22:45.896-06:00Marching MIZ-ZOU at the Cotton Bowl Parade

Mobile post sent by jdcoffman using Utterz. Replies. mp3Listen to this short clip as Marching Mizzou passed by my position on the parade route this afternoon in Dallas. I was fortunate to be standing in an area strife with lots of Mizzou fans cheering on their beloved Tigers. Some of the audio may be loud and distorted as I was right there on top of the band as they walked by.

Jonathan Coffmanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15481396461383803150noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-820508209700944818.post-80158908559661168552007-12-31T15:53:00.001-06:002007-12-31T20:22:51.696-06:00Tiger Cheers!

Listen to this short clip as Mizzou fans in Dallas cheer on the Tigers as Chancellor Deaton and his wife, the Truman the tiger, the Mizzou Spirit Squads, and Marching Mizzou approach an area of the parade route with hundreds of crazed Mizzou fans!Mobile post sent by jdcoffman using Utterz. Replies. mp3

Jonathan Coffmanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15481396461383803150noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-820508209700944818.post-38960631607125543242007-12-31T15:51:00.000-06:002008-12-11T01:32:42.477-06:00Learnin' the Real Texas

To put it plainly.... we showed up in tennis shoes. When you're in Texas - the real Texas, you don't show up anywhere in tennis shoes!! Everyone at Billy Bob's Texas in the Fort Worth Stockyards was kickin' it in their boots. Boy... it was certainly obvious where we were from. Our morning started in the rodeo - definitely the first time I've anchored a show knee-deep in rodeo dirt. We

Megan Murphyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08734518725544139488noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-820508209700944818.post-36107407675124894062007-12-31T15:15:00.000-06:002008-12-11T01:32:42.499-06:00Morning and Noon Shows LIVE from Ft. Worth

We had a good day at Billy Bob's Texas in the Fort Worth Stockyards area. Our guests included Mark Dunlap, who makes gazillion dollar boots at Leddy's and Tim Love, of Love Shack and Dirty Love Burger fame. He has another restaurant called Lonesome Dove, a cookbook, and has appeared on Iron Chef.Pam Minick, the boss lady at Billy Bob's, gave us the royal treatment. She even let me print out

Anonymous for nownoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-820508209700944818.post-59385688699064546402007-12-31T15:08:00.001-06:002008-12-11T01:32:42.794-06:00Miss Missouri - Candice Crawford

We finally got some stateside company in the parade with Miss Mo. and the Gallatin High School band also performed.

Jonathan Coffmanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15481396461383803150noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-820508209700944818.post-11614942749264512462007-12-31T14:59:00.001-06:002008-12-11T01:32:43.115-06:00High school bands performing

Bands from across the nation played including thus one from Brookings, South Dakota.

Jonathan Coffmanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15481396461383803150noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-820508209700944818.post-78315837975369190932007-12-31T14:55:00.000-06:002008-12-11T01:32:43.231-06:00Emmit Smith Cotton Bowl Parade Grand Marshall

Jonathan Coffmanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15481396461383803150noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-820508209700944818.post-24269143302725503532007-12-31T14:49:00.000-06:002008-12-11T01:32:43.333-06:00Hello Dallas!

After some technical issues (causing about an hour and a half delay at the Detroit airport), screaming kids, and an extremely obnoxious talking woman....my dad and I have finally settled in our hotel room. We are staying at the Prava Suites, across from the Galleria (awesome if I enjoyed shopping...instead I think I'll be napping soon).I ran into my first Razorbacks fans...it was a family

Ashley Farrellnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-820508209700944818.post-26343884171733962572007-12-31T14:31:00.000-06:002008-12-11T01:32:43.604-06:00Mizzou pride in the parking garages

Jonathan Coffmanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15481396461383803150noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-820508209700944818.post-79954122010080159102007-12-31T14:30:00.000-06:002008-12-11T01:32:43.807-06:00The famous East Texas Rangerettes

Jonathan Coffmanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15481396461383803150noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-820508209700944818.post-5034083223194097282007-12-31T14:26:00.000-06:002008-12-11T01:32:43.952-06:00The parade approaches

Jonathan Coffmanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15481396461383803150noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-820508209700944818.post-56565659311339235172007-12-31T13:59:00.000-06:002008-12-11T01:32:44.163-06:00Along the parade route

I'm at the corner of Lamar and McKinney waiting for the parade to start. The route goes through the West end to the American Airlines Center.

Jonathan Coffmanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15481396461383803150noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-820508209700944818.post-19031317460119448232007-12-31T13:57:00.001-06:002007-12-31T14:07:15.630-06:00Breaking bread before parade

I'm currently in the West end sharing a loaf of bread with my family before walking outside to watch the new years parade which starts at two.- Jonathan Coffmanhttp://jonathancoffman.com/Mobile post sent by jdcoffman using Utterz. Replies. mp3

Jonathan Coffmanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15481396461383803150noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-820508209700944818.post-7649900520658246852007-12-31T13:26:00.000-06:002008-12-11T01:32:44.287-06:00Inside the Pyramid

There is a pyramid that is near the West End Dart station... On Griffin and Elm streets. If you've never been here, you may not know there us a massive food court and shopping area here. There is also a maze of tunnels under the city. It is a way fills can walk through parts of town without burning up in the Summer heat.I just ate lunch under the pyramid. Most folks here are local. There

Jen Reeveshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13598329949460858293noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-820508209700944818.post-77250643030350396082007-12-31T12:03:00.001-06:002007-12-31T14:08:08.292-06:00West End pals

We're in the West End again and there is a feeling of Tiger spirit everywhere you go. We talked to a group from Jefferson City who saw all kinds of people they know. Its a happy-cheerful feeling.Randy and I just parked our station car in a spot so we can park our satellite truck for tonight's shows. It's going to be fun!

Jen Reeveshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13598329949460858293noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-820508209700944818.post-47734237559373020602007-12-31T11:38:00.001-06:002007-12-31T14:08:59.599-06:00American Girl Dallas

The Dallas Galleria has an American Girl botique and store. There are only a few of them in the nation.There were a LOT of Mizzou fans buying and having a good time.I'll be at the parade later today and will check in again then.I am proud to be a Mizzou fan though, last night at dinner the Arkansas fans started calling the hogs home. Why would you want to yell "here sueeey" to your fellow fans

Jonathan Coffmanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15481396461383803150noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-820508209700944818.post-28376342025381242582007-12-31T11:37:00.001-06:002007-12-31T14:09:31.311-06:00Emily the American Girl

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Jonathan Coffmanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15481396461383803150noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-820508209700944818.post-38936549885315460122007-12-31T11:21:00.000-06:002008-12-11T01:32:44.574-06:00Heading to KC!

My roommate, Sarah, and I are about to head out of the door to Kansas City. We are decked out in Mizzou gear and can't wait to make friends in the airport and on the flight! I made us a mini road trip CD because we still have 2 hours in the car. I googled songs with Missouri and downloaded them for the CD! Well we have to go, but I'll update you again when we're checked in and waiting to get on

Kathryn Lucchesihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11051588537861277039noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-820508209700944818.post-36084434026635441102007-12-31T09:10:00.000-06:002007-12-31T09:19:12.499-06:00Cotton Bowl Media

I have worked in the broadcast news business since 1995... But I've never actually covered a sports event outside of the town where I work. So this has been an interesting experience. Most of the KOMU staff is staying at the media hotel where all of the people who are reporting the game are staying. There is a media spot to hand out, snack and mingle. Last night there were a few groups who were

Jen Reeveshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13598329949460858293noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-820508209700944818.post-19956541738048910032007-12-31T04:57:00.000-06:002008-12-11T01:32:44.805-06:00Passing the Time

Hi everyone. It's about 6:05 (eastern time)...we've made it to the airport and have even had some time to grab some breakfast. Yum, yum. I've captured one of the finest moments on this trip and we haven't even left Pittsburgh...the "Abominable Hoeman," himself, singing his theme song. Yes, I'm proud to call that man my father. You know why? Because if it weren't for him, I probably wouldn't have

Ashley Farrellnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-820508209700944818.post-66024474161599386932007-12-31T03:18:00.000-06:002008-12-11T01:32:44.830-06:00Good Morning Sunshine!

It's approximately 4:20 (eastern time) and I never went to bed. I ended up watching the Border Showdown game, which in turn got me so excited that I simply couldn't fall asleep. I had forgotten how badly the Tigers had exposed the Jayhoax and am still in shock that the BCS could pick Kansas over Missouri. Go VA TECH, by the way.My dad and I are about to head to Pittsburgh International. I will

Ashley Farrellnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-820508209700944818.post-19062564449537736412007-12-31T02:54:00.000-06:002008-12-11T01:32:44.984-06:00Up with the lark

Why I am awake at 3 am and hanging out in the hotel lobby? The KOMU Today Show, of course! We're getting ready to head out the Billy Bob's in Fort Worth (about 45 minutes from hotel) for what should be a Texas-style good ol' time. Later on we'll do the noon show live from the same place, then I am hoping for a nap! Later on many of us will have a new year's eve dinner a Y.O. Ranch Steakhouse,

Anonymous for nownoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-820508209700944818.post-61404759886109210872007-12-31T00:58:00.000-06:002008-12-11T01:32:45.287-06:00The media reception room is loud

I'm hanging out in the media reception area where some members of the media are loudly enjoying the evening. We are a little calmer after a long day. But they do have Mizzou-themed Krispy Kreme doughnuts!

Jen Reeveshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13598329949460858293noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-820508209700944818.post-65927411760925407962007-12-31T00:16:00.000-06:002008-12-11T01:32:45.486-06:00The Greatest 20th Birthday!!

Well folks, It's officially my birthday, and what better gift than tickets to the Cotton Bowl! Daddy checked the air in my tires, all the other fluids in my car, and even bought me a tank of gas! Now I just have to settle down enough to get a few hours of sleep. I have a long drive ahead of me and need to be well rested! On the way to Dallas, I'm stopping to pick up an old friend in Fayetteville,

Kendra Walterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09953602792826215703noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-820508209700944818.post-885661010695494932007-12-30T23:47:00.000-06:002008-12-11T01:32:45.778-06:00PACKED AND READY!!

Like Ashley, I'm packed and ready to get on the plane tomorrow. I'm flying out of KC in the afternoon, and I'll be making friends with every Mizzou fan that crosses my path! All those diehard Mizzou fans keep telling us college students that we're so lucky to be at Mizzou right now... witnessing one of the best seasons ever in Mizzou football history. I can't lie, though... It hasn't hit me

Kathryn Lucchesihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11051588537861277039noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-820508209700944818.post-24502404209783290502007-12-30T23:38:00.000-06:002008-12-11T01:32:45.891-06:00Happy Days are here to stay!

We are currently in McAlester, Oklahoma, and staying in the James Dean room in the Happy Days Hotel. It’s this really cute hotel with pictures of James Dean all over our room. There’s even a parking spot reserved for Elvis! To recap, this morning we left Columbia and decided to take our time as we made our way in the general direction of Dallas. Instead of listening to road trip music, we’ve

Kara Bournhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14151930658492682673noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-820508209700944818.post-82202100407199513832007-12-30T22:39:00.000-06:002007-12-30T22:43:22.001-06:00Southfork!

Sarah Hill had a chance to visit Southfork... You know it as the home of the long-running show "Dallas."If you're interested in seeing more about the ranch, visit its website.

Jen Reeveshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13598329949460858293noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-820508209700944818.post-78857707780859667042007-12-30T22:19:00.001-06:002008-12-11T01:32:46.164-06:00Here we go

The newscast is about to start... Early thanks to the NFL game.

Jen Reeveshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13598329949460858293noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-820508209700944818.post-19791579341583225152007-12-30T21:48:00.000-06:002008-12-11T01:32:46.309-06:00Closing In on Gametime

Kickoff for the Cotton Bowl is less than two days away.The number of Tiger fans and level of excitement in Dallas is increasing.Missouri and Arkansas will meet in what could be one of the more exciting bowl games.The Cotton Bowl features Heisman Trophy finalists Chase Daniel and Darren McFadden.

Chris Gervinohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06841844346518199468noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-820508209700944818.post-58194046735035700692007-12-30T20:39:00.000-06:002008-12-11T01:32:46.919-06:00Packin' Up, Movin' Out

Hi everyone! I just got finished packing for Dallas. My dad and I are leaving my house around 4:30 tomorrow morning to catch our quarter til seven flight. We'll be flying from Pittsburgh to Detroit and then on to Dallas. I'm hoping I'll have time to blog in between flights, but if not...I will definitely get the chance to do so once we get to our hotel room. I'm not sure where we're staying,

Ashley Farrellnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-820508209700944818.post-77752867135222741322007-12-30T20:38:00.000-06:002007-12-30T20:42:43.804-06:00Behind the Scenes: Sunday

We have a big crew on the West End preparing for our live coverage tonight. Managing Editor Randy Reeves is juggling all of the reporters, anchors and production crew. Very exciting stuff.

Jen Reeveshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13598329949460858293noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-820508209700944818.post-71362773133225715182007-12-30T20:00:00.000-06:002008-12-11T01:32:47.146-06:00Parade Talk

I have a bunch of people asking about tomorrow's parade. So here's the route:Click on that image and you'll see a bigger version.The West End is picking up with activity. I'm seeing a lot more Mizzou fans out here compared to Arkansas.

Jen Reeveshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13598329949460858293noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-820508209700944818.post-64417021660533022452007-12-30T19:22:00.001-06:002007-12-31T01:48:17.088-06:00Tourist information

If you are in Dallas, you may be looking for tourist information. I'm hanging out with an old friend who works at a local station. He's giving us all kinds of tips on hanging out in the city. The best tip: The old red courthouse on the west side on Main Street has all the tourist information you need.I'm hanging out on the West End where there are all kinds of bars and restaurants. What's fun is

Jen Reeveshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13598329949460858293noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-820508209700944818.post-71030180487836541702007-12-30T16:58:00.001-06:002008-12-11T01:32:47.315-06:00View from the hotel

We're here and this is the view from our hotel. I look forward to meeting up with the rest of KOMU's crew and finding a bunch of alumni everywhere we go. I wish we could have gotten here soon enough for the pep rally... It sounds like it was fun.

Jen Reeveshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13598329949460858293noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-820508209700944818.post-29405520404137624182007-12-30T16:05:00.001-06:002007-12-31T09:20:07.328-06:00Pep Rally Experience

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Jonathan Coffmanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15481396461383803150noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-820508209700944818.post-28338693072362433022007-12-30T15:53:00.000-06:002008-12-11T01:32:47.727-06:00We're in Texas!

My computer started acting odd... But the traffic is picking up as we get closer to Dallas. Our first goal is to check in at the media hotel and then find our many crews who are out covering all kinds of stories for tonight's 10:00 news.

Jen Reeveshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13598329949460858293noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-820508209700944818.post-59614008127944151512007-12-30T15:51:00.000-06:002008-12-11T01:32:47.776-06:00Truman takes the stage

Jonathan Coffmanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15481396461383803150noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-820508209700944818.post-31654024989467528532007-12-30T15:14:00.001-06:002007-12-31T09:21:44.633-06:00Hilton Anatole

I've just arrived and am very happy to see all the mizzou fans already here!- Jonathan Coffmanhttp://jonathancoffman.com/Mobile post sent by jdcoffman using Utterz. Replies. mp3

Jonathan Coffmanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15481396461383803150noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-820508209700944818.post-51969175494539634432007-12-30T14:34:00.000-06:002008-12-11T01:32:48.014-06:00Rally begins in 30 minutes

I think the Mizzou pep rally starts at 3, if everything goes as planned I should be there by 3:09 according to the GPS.I'm going to try to bring you some of the sights and sounds via an Utterz post once there.The Dallas skyline is just now coming into view so I'm getting pretty close.I've seen one additional Arkansas decorated vehicle and no more Mizzou fans on my trip from the South side.-

Jonathan Coffmanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15481396461383803150noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-820508209700944818.post-30854345940550963152007-12-30T13:39:00.000-06:002007-12-30T13:42:56.648-06:00Hog sighting

We saw our first Razorback-decorated vehicle in McAlester, OK. My Tiger tail count is up to 12 or so. I have been typing a bunch so I haven't peeked at every gas station along the way. But so far, I'm seeing a lot more tiger spirit than hog spirit on Highway 69.

Jen Reeveshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13598329949460858293noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-820508209700944818.post-28466950983873844942007-12-30T13:33:00.000-06:002008-12-11T01:32:48.191-06:00Not as exciting Home Of... Entry

Centerville, Tx - home of Ms. Texas 2007. We were driving too quickly to snap a picture of her billboard but I did get one of the exit to get there. It appears to be a very small town!Its now t-minus two hours until I hit Dallas. I haven't seen any Mizzou fans yet but did pass by a carfull of razorback fans.On a nature note, we've moved from the palm treed south Houston area to the piney

Jonathan Coffmanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15481396461383803150noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-820508209700944818.post-17903668867628178252007-12-30T13:04:00.000-06:002007-12-30T13:08:53.483-06:00We just saw...

A sign that said:ChecotahHome ofCARRIE UNDERWOODAmerican Idol Winner - 2005

Jen Reeveshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13598329949460858293noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-820508209700944818.post-48491776565399422592007-12-30T12:50:00.000-06:002008-12-11T01:32:48.579-06:00That's Texas for you!

Texans sure do love their state and this 50+ foot statue of Mr. Sam Houston along I-45 is no exception.Maybe Missouri should consider putting our state symbol on all of the bridges like they do down here!

Jonathan Coffmanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15481396461383803150noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-820508209700944818.post-60185326385783367862007-12-30T12:43:00.000-06:002008-12-11T01:32:48.741-06:00Seen on Highway 69 South

Jen Reeveshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13598329949460858293noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-820508209700944818.post-19224599782834119122007-12-30T12:41:00.001-06:002007-12-30T12:47:25.614-06:00Sleeping siblings

I'm now on the north side of Houston, traffic is busy but what would you expect in such a big city?I'm sure my siblings won't be happy but they're asleep right now.It feels funny packing actual winter clothes after being in the 60s and 70s for the last couple of weeks. It looks like Dallas is going to be fairly cold for the game. Uck!The Garmin is showing about two hours and 45 minutes left on

Jonathan Coffmanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15481396461383803150noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-820508209700944818.post-39129047488765413122007-12-30T11:24:00.001-06:002007-12-30T12:01:44.087-06:00Afton, Oklahoma pit stop

The Scion we're driving needed some gas and I immediately noticed a tiger tail hanging from the back of a gray mini-van. Of course I had to talk to the group traveling in it. As I walked into the gas station, I noticed the license plate was from Kansas! I could only imagine the challenging life they lead as Kansas Mizzou fans. Inside I found a bunch of Mizzou-clad people near the check out area.

Jen Reeveshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13598329949460858293noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-820508209700944818.post-78569757150423090122007-12-30T11:24:00.000-06:002008-12-11T01:32:49.017-06:00My MizzouMobile

I've just left Houston for Dallas. I've attached a picture of my ride. Below but I'm not sure if it'll show up on the blog or not.I'm going to try to make it in time to go to the pep rally tonight at the Anatole hotel although I'm actually staying at the Embassy Suites.

Jonathan Coffmanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15481396461383803150noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-820508209700944818.post-49617050133692726042007-12-30T11:17:00.000-06:002008-12-11T01:32:49.264-06:00The last official Cotton Bowl press conference is done.

This morning Missouri head coach Gary Pinkel and Arkansas interim head coach Reggie Herring met with the media for the final time. The coaches were very complimentary of each others programs. No big bombshells. Coach Herring said to expect running back Darren McFadden to be on the field Tuesday. McFadden was accused by Little Rock TV station KARK of having a Cadillac Escalade purchased for

Stan Silveyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15560096778260323144noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-820508209700944818.post-37811678134831494462007-12-30T10:45:00.000-06:002008-12-11T01:32:49.474-06:00Oklahoma... Here we are

We just drove into Oklahoma... We really lucked out with good weather for this drive. We just passed a sign that read:"Do not drive into the smoke."I don't know what it means but as Randy just said: "Now I don't trust Oklahoma."It was an odd introduction to the state.Anyway. We're trying to keep track of the number of obvious Tiger fans on the road. So far we've seen five cars with a big tiger,

Jen Reeveshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13598329949460858293noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-820508209700944818.post-80742153144618549032007-12-30T10:09:00.001-06:002007-12-30T10:59:02.535-06:00Hitting the road

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Jonathan Coffmanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15481396461383803150noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-820508209700944818.post-46303937840721202822007-12-30T07:11:00.000-06:002008-12-11T01:32:49.663-06:00Driving down!

As KOMU's New Media Director, I'm fortunate to follow KOMU's Cotton Bowl coverage online for the next three or four days. I also happen to be married to KOMU's Managing Editor, Randy Reeves. You'll find him blogging here every once and a while.We're driving down to Dallas together: Without the kids! Our daughter's second birthday was yesterday so we stayed in town to celebrate with her. Now she

Jen Reeveshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13598329949460858293noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-820508209700944818.post-79085176719788921932007-12-29T11:11:00.000-06:002008-12-11T01:32:49.846-06:00Coverage Explosion

Chris Gervino and the sports guys have been having all the fun. But, that's about to change. As I write this the full force of KOMU News is on it's way to Dallas. Starting Sunday night and rolling right up to kick-off, we'll have the Cotton Bowl covered on air and online. Jim Riek and Sarah Hill will join Chris for the KOMU Sports Show Sunday night with a look at the Tigers' week in the Big D.

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