Pics from the scrimmage QB version ( all 6 of them)

Southwick Tamburo
Kellen to the 5th stringer
Shoemaker Tamburo

Kellen

Coughlin

Southwick

Southwick

Kellen

Tamburo

Coughlin

Kellen

Tamburo

Pics of scrimmage #1

click on the any pic for an enlarged version

This year's George Iloka Haircut of the Scrimmage goes to newcomer #10 Jerrell Gavins

Heads Up Kellen, Hout is within striking distance. Blacks Jerseys are very cool in this situation. #53 Zack Gholston gave the business all day long
Oskie...almost by #46 Hazen Moss

The play where a certain free safety got Possibly injured on....That is #53Gholston's hemlet flying!

#3 Chris Potter was showing off some nice disco moves before his dancing feet caught up with him and #16 Febis laid the wood at the end of the play.

#61 Joe Kellogg is not afraid to mix it up with Winterswyk/Baker

#3 Chris Potter made the play closer than it appeared on a deep strike halfway through the scrimmage.

Here we have Greenshirt Burks avoiding multiple tackles and riding the convoy of blockers all the way down the field. Another true freshman #82 Hiwat stayed on the blocks down to the goal line.

#18 still with the ball

Hiwat was attempting a late fade at the end of practice by Tamburo. Back to back fade attempts were both incomplete.

Trade Secrets to Follow

I have the usual onslaught of scrimmage pics to upload. That will come in the next 72 hours.
However this year will have a twist. Apparently there is new emphasis by the University on not displaying videos or a string/sequence of pics that show the play, mainly formations.
During the scrimmage, I sat in the last row of the lower west section, around the 45 yard line. I felt the presence of a gentleman who was focused on my pic-snapping abilities. I glanced up and recognized this staff member's face and realized we were going to have a conversation about the camera. The gentleman asked my intentions and I declared for personal use. He mentioned that there was a worry of the snapshots making its way to the internet, primarily the formations. I stated that I would upload just the close up action shots to the internet. He expressed his worry that Oregon might find their eyes on to this site. I was instantly flattered (remember this fleeting feeling) but I felt a little flustered by the discussion. We parted ways....
It was a stern but polite discussion. The gentleman could have come off rough or a plain jerk, and maybe I expected to be asked to stop the camera shenanigans. The gentleman remained close by, monitoring my actions or perhaps looking for devilish camera-toting bloggers. I continued to snap some pics in rapid fire fashion and soon enough we made eye contact again. I motioned him over and stated that I was taking tight shots of the action and I showed him some of the pics ( perhaps hoping for some admiration, but it never came). The gentleman reiterated that there was a big game coming up..... I shook my head yes and made it clear that I did not want to damage the Broncos' chances. I even suggested that i would give him my cell number and if he objected to any of the contents/pics I would remove it. He asked me what site the pics would show up on and I beamed, " STATUELEFT". He looked to have no knowledge of my site, so my smile faded (BSU has no idea of who I am. Good news is that I have never posted anything to critical or damaging to my alma mater). I gave the gentleman my name and offered up my cell phone, but no dice. The gentleman did not carry one. We separated again, thinking the issue was over....Last thing I wanted was an argument over civil rights, public vs private property and I certainly did not want the school thinking I was supplying trade secrets.
The sole purpose of the pics was so the out of towners/friends and family members could see a different angle of the action. I am pretty sure the Oregon coaches have seen enough film to this point. I will not upload vids or any damaging sequential pics, and one reason is that I do want the scrimmages to be closed to the general public. I do enjoy the scrimmages and want the lil kids to keep coming as well. There was several kids in my general vicinity. Just when I thought the drama was over, I made eye contact with gentleman #2 and I motioned him over since he obviously was interested in my activities. went through the same spiel, offered my name and blog site, and I mentioned that I would put up my email if there was any questionable material ( I need the extra hits on the blog anyways)

So there you have it.....thoughts? Just want to clarify that first and foremost I am a Broncos fan. Hopefully this will be a non-issue at future scrimmages....If gentleman #1 and #2 have any questions, feel free to email me at statueleft@hotmail.com .
P.S. I did hear from a source that a local member of the media was also frowned upon from showing any video footage on the local media avenues. Maybe I made the big time after all. Lastly, this sarcastic camera-toting blogger recognizes that gentleman #1 & #2 are simply doing their job. In the past I might have referred to these gentleman as part of the Gestapo but they were both professional. I just keep thinking they are barking up the wrong tree.......

Due to pre-existent restrictions on non-media types attending BSU practices

...might as well keep an eye on some local concerts...AS ALWAYS, CLICK ON ANY PIC FOR LARGER VERSION


Warped Tour came through the area once again. What is usually played at an outdoor venue, quickly took it's dog and pony show inside due to torrential rainstorms (or maybe the rain was just going to linger all day long). I benefited from the venue being moved inside since I was there just to enjoy a day away from work while monitoring my teenager's whereabouts.....


For some reason, the closing act was Bad Religion. I was not really excited about seeing them, but they were chosen as the closer I think there was a just lack of a bigger performer at this stop on the tour. I went to enjoy Bouncing Souls and Shooter Jennings, but the son of Waylon decided to skip out on Boise. My guess is that he is headed to the Braun Brothers Reunion as the secret guest on Saturday Night up in Challis. Just sayin'....it could happen. (EDITED- Mickey and the Motorcars ended up being the special guest- I guess I expected more)

While the weather was poor outside, I did enjoy the seat in the front row in order for better picture taking and video opportunities.......Here is some that made the cut.....damn battery went dead half way through and the backup battery is 5 yrs old and only lasted 5 minutes.
Oh well- live and learn!
Rev. Peyton's Big Damn Band- The Reverend introduced his wife, Breezy, on the washboard and his brother on the 5 gallon pickle bucket ( meaning the drums). After the intro, they went into "Your Cousin on Cops" which was a good little jingle. I could be wrong about that, and played my favorite song of theirs, "Mama's Fried Potatos", after the intro.... Breezy
This official video is worth watching and wish I had time to get the whole video of the band performing this song.....

Underoath ( Christian band that does not overtly preach their religious influence....which is nice) The keyboards/audio guy was really looked like he was enjoying the gig- dude on far left. The guitarist with the huge beard was also very extroverted. The beard was truly something.

favorite pic of the day- with all of the thrashing of the hair....

All Time Low

Yellow shirted security dude handles the line to the floor .....they closed off the access to the floor, due to an overflow capacity I guess....safety safety safety- at a punk show?

Bouncing Souls - lead singer, Greg, announced he is from New Jersey and resides now in McCall, Idaho.

Greg also announced to the crowd that the set was dedictaed to John Hughes, who had recently passed away. The creative angst movie maker put out a ton of great movies, to long to list, but my favorite was Ferris Bueller. In the pic, below, Greg reads a short piece about the Breakfast Club....
Chiodos

TAT from England.....

Less Than Jake- pretty fun set....they harassed the people in the stands who chose not to get on the floor. I am sure they were unaware of the fact that a security guard was holding people back to due to many people on the floor. Lame, I know....but the truth hurts

So there was man in a orange/red windbreaker and blue jeans who appeared to be in his later 40's perhaps and the boys from LTJ invivted "DAD" to the stage....DAD eventually moved on stage and and was threatened with getting french kissed by some nasty hillbilly white trash woman of the night who was up in the stands....LTJ started up their song and Tim/DAD went back to his resting spot on the side of the floor....After LTJ found that Dad escaped, they instructed all of the dirty sleazy sluts to grind/dirty dance on Tim/Dad.

Scary Kids Scaring Kids

We the Kings

Gallows reminds me of older punk shows in a crowded basement........playing amongst the thrashing teenagers. Have to love the midget singer calling out more successful bands...oh well, keep on keeping on dude