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Old 08-13-2006, 09:38 PM
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We get Marty Reid next week!
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Old 08-13-2006, 09:44 PM
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We get Marty Reid next week!
Is that a warning or supposed to make us feel better?
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Old 08-13-2006, 09:49 PM
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I wonder how Page would feel if all the drivers mutilated HIS name.

Of course the name Paul Page doesn't leave much room for creativity, but I'm sure Scelzi or somebody can come up with something.
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Old 08-13-2006, 10:04 PM
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bottom line is the tennis had nothing to do with it, they could have ran us over a half an hour but god forbid they start the 12 year old kids from alaska and thier ball game late. espn sucks period!
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Old 08-13-2006, 10:06 PM
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I know this isn't how the majority feels, but Pro Stock Car is my favorite class to watch and I just got ripped off! I'm pissed!
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Old 08-13-2006, 10:24 PM
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Better way to do things....
I 'love' Wildthing, RC and geez... everyone in the Zoo, ect... But CAN the Cr*p and show the runs, not clean ups, starters wipping rain on the track, GET IT ESPN... It's about the RACING... NOT the CIRCUS... okay, I'm a little pissed... but the chick in the Yellow skirt wacking the tennis balls... Nice @$$.

By the way, how do you score tennis?
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Old 08-13-2006, 10:29 PM
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I was late tuning in..so it all worked out for me.

I just feel glad we got the coverage we did..and besides ..I don't have any control over it..so I'm not sitting on the stool over it.

Great races..congrats to Brandon..TJ..Connolly and Antron..great stuff.
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Old 08-13-2006, 10:36 PM
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I knew the LIVE tennis match would run long. No prob. Watched it and the ugly girl in black was making a nice comeback.
But to shorten the race coverage for little league?
GRRRRRRRRRRRRRR
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Old 08-13-2006, 10:45 PM
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I sure would like to know who was the person who told the editor of the drag racing show that: 1400 hp Pro-stocks, 3000 hp Alky cars, and 5-6-7-8000, {take you number of the week} hp fuel cars are not what the drag racing fans want to see, and we need to be "more entertained" by filler. Although it was pretty exciting watching Rick S. feel the damp race track.

I didn't mind a few pictures of the zoo, but I would have GIVEN ALL THE CRAP UP TO WATCH SOME FRICKIN DRAG RACING!!!

I like the drag racing on TV if I can not be either A: There, or B: Out running our own car.

I laugh at the little skits and such,,,,,but would somebody get the fact who has some control, I watch the show to see: Racing, Pit action, Interesting discussions with crew chiefs. I do not need to be entertained by anything other than what I turn the show on to watch,,,,That would be DRAG RACING just in case you missed the whole point to my post!

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Old 08-13-2006, 10:53 PM
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I know this isn't how the majority feels, but Pro Stock Car is my favorite class to watch and I just got ripped off! I'm pissed!


PS fans definitely got hosed.The closest class on the track and always gets the short end of TV coverage.Bummer for sure..
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Old 08-13-2006, 10:54 PM
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I knew the LIVE tennis match would run long. No prob. Watched it and the ugly girl in black was making a nice comeback.
But to shorten the race coverage for little league?
GRRRRRRRRRRRRRR
yes but watching the hot blonde mad it easier on the eyes
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Old 08-13-2006, 11:33 PM
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I am quite bitter about the broadcast. But, don't knock Little League. I have covered LL and these kids earn their time in the sunshine. It's not their fault.
It's ESPN. They squeeze a tape-delayed event in between two live events. Horrible scheduling, IMHO.
I was cursing a blue streak once the 30 minute mark had passed. And I like tennis. My DVR is set to be installed on Tuesday, so I plan my weekend around watching the coverage. I rushed home to watch the race.
So, here it is, plain and simple. I was was f&*king furious. This to me is equivalent of my friend showing up 45 minutes late to go with me to the race in Kent three weeks ago. And you know why I'm furious?
Because, it's disrespectful. It is a complete failure to comprehend the passion of drag racing fans. Bad planning and we're screwed over. Absolutely one of my biggest pet peeves.
I enjoy watching all of the pro classes.
Oh, I know pissing and moaning here does little more than allow me to vent.

I just have to remember to set my DVR to record long once it's here.
Curse you, ESPN, and your crap schedule.

At least I picked one of the class winners this week.
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Old 08-13-2006, 11:36 PM
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Heaven forbid if any of you have kids who acquire some degree of success in stick & ball sports. Let the kids play. It's a once in a lifetime experience...geez.
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Old 08-13-2006, 11:40 PM
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ESPN sux period--I emailed a nice long letter. Complete BS.
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Old 08-13-2006, 11:45 PM
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Heaven forbid if any of you have kids who acquire some degree of success in stick & ball sports. Let the kids play. It's a once in a lifetime experience...geez.
I get the feeling drag racing is about the same level of importance as tractor pulls, drag boats, and log rolling to espn .

sure let the kids play. and let their coverage start late. just like the nhra's did.
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