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Question for old or semi old guys.
Posted on 12/19/22 at 10:19 pm
Posted on 12/19/22 at 10:19 pm
Do you have the same passion for the tigers as when you were younger. Maybe mis phrased that. Do you let your emotions get to like when you were younger over a game.
I remember getting kicked out of the house in El Paso when it was 115 degrees outside during the Jamie Howard fiasco. Wife saved the tv. I really get into it when I was young. Don't know how I survived during the blue grass miracle. Didn't know at the time I had a defective heart.
I tried watching live the past few years, but blood pressure through the roof. Have to dvr games and go with the flow.
My uncle was a huge saints fan and died of a heart attack last month. Not saying it was from the play of the saints this year but he did get his temper up pretty good during a game. Just curious.
I remember getting kicked out of the house in El Paso when it was 115 degrees outside during the Jamie Howard fiasco. Wife saved the tv. I really get into it when I was young. Don't know how I survived during the blue grass miracle. Didn't know at the time I had a defective heart.
I tried watching live the past few years, but blood pressure through the roof. Have to dvr games and go with the flow.
My uncle was a huge saints fan and died of a heart attack last month. Not saying it was from the play of the saints this year but he did get his temper up pretty good during a game. Just curious.
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Posted on 12/19/22 at 10:26 pm to thumperpait
This is a little much man, I’d say therapy.
Posted on 12/19/22 at 10:30 pm to thumperpait
I still had the same passion until about 5-6 years ago where I really started to get serious about my faith. That’s when I realized there are so many things more important and football is just a game.
Posted on 12/19/22 at 10:35 pm to thumperpait
I used to get pissed at refs and our bad decisions and would get really upset at other teams playing better than the tigers.
Now, I just laugh at piss poor officiating and enjoy the games. I even got to where I can appreciate the opponent's excellence.
Now, I just laugh at piss poor officiating and enjoy the games. I even got to where I can appreciate the opponent's excellence.
Posted on 12/19/22 at 10:40 pm to thumperpait
El paso. What you was in da Army
Posted on 12/19/22 at 10:45 pm to thumperpait
I don't get as emotional over wins and losses as I used to. I think part of it is the amount of exposure on TV and the internet. There was a time when it was hard to get info about the Tigers and it was a big deal when a game was on TV. I used to drive around in my car looking for good reception of WWL just to hear a game. Now almost every game is broadcast and in one click I'm on TD getting more information than I know what to do with.
Posted on 12/19/22 at 10:46 pm to thumperpait
It’s all about perspective.
If you’re over age 40, the 2003 championship was probably more enjoyable than the 2019 season since you were younger and it was the first title since 1958.
If you’re under 25, the 2019 championship is probably more enjoyable than anything else, especially since you’re still young and just experienced that championship not even 3 years ago.
If you’re over age 40, the 2003 championship was probably more enjoyable than the 2019 season since you were younger and it was the first title since 1958.
If you’re under 25, the 2019 championship is probably more enjoyable than anything else, especially since you’re still young and just experienced that championship not even 3 years ago.
Posted on 12/19/22 at 10:46 pm to thumperpait
I wouldn't say less passionate. My understanding of the game has expanded to the point where I can appreciate what an opponent did to win. I don't get nearly as pissed off at a loss as used to. It's almost become what I would understand a zen like state would be.
Unless it's an SEC opponent, then frick that bullshite. If we lose I'm looking for houses with fricking SEC flags and I'm all about checking knuckles in the front yard, Sonic parking lot, bring it frickers.
Unless it's an SEC opponent, then frick that bullshite. If we lose I'm looking for houses with fricking SEC flags and I'm all about checking knuckles in the front yard, Sonic parking lot, bring it frickers.
Posted on 12/19/22 at 10:46 pm to thumperpait
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I remember getting kicked out of the house in El Paso when it was 115 degrees outside during the Jamie Howard fiasco. Wife saved the tv.
Doing shite like this doesn't make you more passionate of a fan, you just have (had) poor impulse control and use your fandom as a shield for your behavior. Glad you grew out of it but that shite's not healthy.
Posted on 12/19/22 at 10:48 pm to thumperpait
I would say yes. I’ve been super passionate since my Dad took me to LSU vs Wyoming in 1967 Sugar Bowl in Tulane stadium . He was extremely passionate and naturally I became passionate too. Have been that way ever since. Have not missed a game either in person, tv or radio since.,Who can break that record? I bet someone can. Nothing much better than passion for my team. I will love the Tigers no matter what. They are my team
Posted on 12/19/22 at 10:55 pm to thumperpait
No...3 NCs and a Heisman is pretty screaming good. I now enjoy rather than being maniacal
This post was edited on 12/19/22 at 10:57 pm
Posted on 12/19/22 at 10:55 pm to thumperpait
Definitely watch games more objectively now.
Posted on 12/19/22 at 11:03 pm to thumperpait
quote:Not for the in-game Tiger Stadium Experience. (Because the "Experience" has declined so much)
Do you have the same passion for the tigers as when you were younger.
Been There. Done That. Performed on that grass for 8 seasons.
Still have the same passion for the LSU Sports Programs, but don't feel the obsessive need to be there any longer because of Been There, Done That........
Posted on 12/19/22 at 11:15 pm to thumperpait
The game is not the same anymore. I’ve always preferred college sports to professional because I felt the school spirit aspect trumped the business decision shuffling rosters of the NFL. Now high school players are making “business decisions” and college players are opting out of games. I’m just no longer willing to invest with the same level of emotion if the players aren’t.
Posted on 12/19/22 at 11:22 pm to thumperpait
No I don’t. The upside is people talking trash to me about LSU doesn’t bother me like it used too. Typically the ones who hate LSU, regularly get shitstomped by us.
This post was edited on 12/19/22 at 11:22 pm
Posted on 12/19/22 at 11:37 pm to thumperpait
Since being in my 30’s, I’ve learned to not let myself get very upset over things I can’t control. I’m still a passionate fan, but I’m not going to let a loss ruin my day, let alone make me break a tv or something
Posted on 12/19/22 at 11:40 pm to thumperpait
I used to let LsU losing ruin my day/weekend/week lol. When we lost the national title to Bama back in 2011, I realized how stupid it was.
Posted on 12/19/22 at 11:51 pm to thumperpait
Kids took my lsu passion from a 10 to a 7ish..
Which honestly is where it should be.
I used to let a loss eat at me for a couple days. Now I go play with the kids and forget all about it
Which honestly is where it should be.
I used to let a loss eat at me for a couple days. Now I go play with the kids and forget all about it
Posted on 12/20/22 at 12:08 am to thumperpait
I have the same desire for LSU to win every time. My passion has lessened - only b/c testosterone levels aren’t what they used to be
I have more of a passion now, for LSU as a whole university & athletic program - to be the BEST…facilities, people, coaches, colleges, student life, etc.
I have more of a passion now, for LSU as a whole university & athletic program - to be the BEST…facilities, people, coaches, colleges, student life, etc.
Posted on 12/20/22 at 1:04 am to thumperpait
I'm 76 so I remember 1958 (barely). Going all that time, the 2003 Championship was by far the best to me. Waiting 45 years will do that to you.
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