It’s kinda funny that I am adding two football posts so close together. It makes me look like I am a big fan when I’m not really. I’ve never been against the sport though. Other than ice hockey, it’s even the only sport I enjoy watching. The Davey O’Brien award is a national quarterback award given to one college player every year.

My grandfather, Charles Ringler, founded the award. So it’s extra fun for my family to get to go. We take up about three tables in all (alright, about 2 1/2!). My grandmother always sits with the family of whoever is getting the award. It was fun getting to meet McCoy’s parents and grandparents this year. They were so very friendly. Unfortunately, Charles wasn’t able to come because of his health. But McCoy and Fouts spent part of the day with him before coming tonight, also very nice of them.

Colt McCoy of UT won the award this year. He seemed like a really nice guy. A lot of people I’ve seen get this award came across arrogant, but he didn’t at all. I guess that’s what comes from growing up in a small TX town, go Texas! Dan Fouts, retired player from the Chargers, won the Legends award, and his speech was absolutely hilarious. This award you DEFINITELY see arrogance during, but Fouts gave a good speech and didn’t come across that way at all. All around, it was great fun. Here’s a picture of my family all dressed up before we left.

One of of the best things about going to this thing every year, despite the fun of getting to dress all fancy and meet professional athletes of course, is the food. MMMMMmmmmmm! This year was delectable as always, but the desert is always the most fun. This year it was orange cheesecake on a crazy-rich chocolate crust, I looove cheesecake, have I mentioned, love it. See picture below for mouth watering goodness.

P.S. Sorry about the feed problems the last couple days, if anyone noticed. Was tinkering with the blog and, of course, I should have left well enough alone. Fear not, for I have fixed what should not have been broken!