Sunday, October 7, 2012

Last minute thoughts on Gameday

In the first few weeks of the season with the debacle with the replacement refs I have a new appreciation for who is running the game. I decided each week to see who will be in charge. Sundays ‘referee for the Tennessee-Vikings game is one of my favorites. His name is Jeff Triplette, and he started out as a field judge and became a ref in 1999 so he has plenty of experience.

Jeff is a retired Army Reserve colonel. He was awarded the Bronze Star for actions in the Persian Gulf War while serving in the North Carolina Army National Guard.

In other news:

I was excited when I read about the architect who will be building the Vikings new stadium. His name is Mark Williams, 49 who grew up in Marshalltown located in central Iowa. In growing up with his family they would make the 4 hour trip once and sometimes more to go to the old Met and then the present home, the Metrodome.
I cannot think of a better person to get the job done knowing the passion Vikings fans have for their team. He has seen firsthand the passion.

Vikings fans have a lot to be excited about. A 3-1 start and now find out a longtime fan will be key in designing the new home.

Go Vikes

Thanks for reading
Purplestick

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