Chief, you have a huge group of people that will be pulling for ya on here, no doubt. Keep us posted on how things are going. I think it's time to put that tumor on its back.
Beat the Streets
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Have never posted here, but read this board daily. Love your posts Chief both here and on our board. Thinking of you and yours. Keep kicking ass!!!!!!!
PSU vs ASU is overdue. Is that a haiku?
Chief keep moving forward, being a counselor, I preach to folks to live in the present and future. We all know this sucks so hopefully I will get a chance to spill beer on you in some St Louis establishment. Now back to the topic at hand. It seems like Beat the Streets has lost some luster. Perhaps they need some big names participating to revive the excitement a bit. Just a thought.
Sounds good Casey. I thought the matchups were pretty good...would have been nice for them to bring in a stud for Burroughs but nobody wants to to show what little they have before the Olympics. J'Den had a great match against Mosta****er from Iran. All in all, our young guys are showing some great potential.
Side note...only one dude showed up to wrestle Lee at WTT. Time for him to move up next year.
Although I agree with you to an extent, if he can make 50kg, why not wrestle the best in the world at that weight? He's obviously going to blow through the competition in the US, and he did it against the world last year.
If he goes up, I hope he fills into the weight if he's going to do it, that's all. Just my 2 cents. Carry on.
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Side note...only one dude showed up to wrestle Lee at WTT. Time for him to move up next year.[/QUOTE]
What's the difference? He was only going to wrestle one opponent in a best 2 of 3 matches anyway.
The prize here is a world title, regardless.
Side note...only one dude showed up to wrestle Lee at WTT. Time for him to move up next year.[/QUOTE]
What's the difference? He was only going to wrestle one opponent in a best 2 of 3 matches anyway.
The prize here is a world title, regardless.
Chief, I'm a bit late to the "news cycle" on this. I've been in a bit of shock. We are on these as a way of enjoying a life long passion of ours while our lives go on. My life has been mostly good news but I've had enough bad things pop up with family members to keep perspective. Keep fighting. As you say life is short, way too short and that is something more in focus for me now. Get yourself to nationals. And when you are up to it come up to Penn State sometime, I'll get you in.
Chief with an early takedown and 2-0 lead. Early points for great attitude. I'm calling it now - chief will tech the tumor.
Don't stop by this board too often but I have great respect for you chief. Sounds like you're in great hands with your medical team - that means a lot!
Best wishes.
Don't stop by this board too often but I have great respect for you chief. Sounds like you're in great hands with your medical team - that means a lot!
Best wishes.
What's the difference? He was only going to wrestle one opponent in a best 2 of 3 matches anyway.
The prize here is a world title, regardless.[/QUOTE]
Yup, get all that but it would be nice to see him wrestle a match that goes past 30 seconds against a worthy opponent.
Great perspective and outlook!! I truly wish you the best and I will surely say a prayer for you!
Best wishes to you AZ. I am glad you have a great Dr. and non aggressive type.
Yup, get all that but it would be nice to see him wrestle a match that goes past 30 seconds against a worthy opponent.[/QUOTE]
That's going to happen at Worlds. Maybe...
You got this, bro. You're obviously in good hands.
I was wondering what amalone was posting on the bwi board.
I don't even know you and I have freaking tears in my eyes.
I want to say something wise or enlightening. Got nothing.
For what it's worth. I wish you the best and I have already stopped what I was doing to throw a prayer skyward for you.
I don't even know you and I have freaking tears in my eyes.
I want to say something wise or enlightening. Got nothing.
For what it's worth. I wish you the best and I have already stopped what I was doing to throw a prayer skyward for you.
No need for tears, it's AZ. Hawkeyes eat benign tumors and shit gold medals.
Also, I talked to a doctor in the hospital library where I work and he said he'll be fine as long he stays with the regiment of shrinking then removing the tumor.
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Prayers ChiefDidn't get to watch it...tried to reschedule my doctors appointment around it but my wife looked like she was going to punch me. She was like, "You dumbass, you have a brain tumor...you can't just be rescheduling radiation treatment for some stupid sport." As I started to break down what Beat the Streets was, getting to see young talent against the foreigners and the straight up beauty and ferocity of a Jordan Burroughs double, or to be on the ground floor of what might be another American superstar in J'Den Cox...I started but then I saw the fear in her eyes and realized it wasn't time to be funny.
Yes folks, I do have a brain tumor (which might explain a few things...haha). Good news is, if one is going to get one, this is the one to have because the type all tends to be benign. It's just in a weird location, close to my brainstem so they are going to try and shrink the bastard. My Doc, who is a straight up assassin said cutting it out would be less beneficial than this so here we are. Who am I to argue with the guy who took the bullet out of Gabby Giffords brain? I hit the neurosurgeon lottery. So I'm in good hands and have my last treatment tomorrow. So far, had a bad ear ache/headache, puked a few times, and feel run down...so basically just like the day before weigh ins
Why share it on an anonymous message board? Thought about that myself. Not even a lot of my family/friends know...people have shit to deal with and I don't need to add mine to their pile. I think maybe its because most of you, being former wrestlers, have faced adversity and that's a type of commonality I respect. Sure, we all lose people...its part of living. Most of that is out of our control. But I have been thinking a lot about my days on the mat lately, mediocre as they were, and think its that foundation that the sport gave me to keep getting up, take my lumps and keep moving forward. It's finding out that a undefeated three time state champ decided to move up to your weight and you get to be the first one to wrestle him in the dual. Kick in the nuts at first...but then you start working it in your head, focusing on your strengths, and start thinking about winning. No difference. Really puts things in perspective. Needless to say, I am not going to miss any more NCAA tournamentsLife is too short.
Didn't get to watch it...tried to reschedule my doctors appointment around it but my wife looked like she was going to punch me. She was like, "You dumbass, you have a brain tumor...you can't just be rescheduling radiation treatment for some stupid sport." As I started to break down what Beat the Streets was, getting to see young talent against the foreigners and the straight up beauty and ferocity of a Jordan Burroughs double, or to be on the ground floor of what might be another American superstar in J'Den Cox...I started but then I saw the fear in her eyes and realized it wasn't time to be funny.
Yes folks, I do have a brain tumor (which might explain a few things...haha). Good news is, if one is going to get one, this is the one to have because the type all tends to be benign. It's just in a weird location, close to my brainstem so they are going to try and shrink the bastard. My Doc, who is a straight up assassin said cutting it out would be less beneficial than this so here we are. Who am I to argue with the guy who took the bullet out of Gabby Giffords brain? I hit the neurosurgeon lottery. So I'm in good hands and have my last treatment tomorrow. So far, had a bad ear ache/headache, puked a few times, and feel run down...so basically just like the day before weigh ins
Why share it on an anonymous message board? Thought about that myself. Not even a lot of my family/friends know...people have shit to deal with and I don't need to add mine to their pile. I think maybe its because most of you, being former wrestlers, have faced adversity and that's a type of commonality I respect. Sure, we all lose people...its part of living. Most of that is out of our control. But I have been thinking a lot about my days on the mat lately, mediocre as they were, and think its that foundation that the sport gave me to keep getting up, take my lumps and keep moving forward. It's finding out that a undefeated three time state champ decided to move up to your weight and you get to be the first one to wrestle him in the dual. Kick in the nuts at first...but then you start working it in your head, focusing on your strengths, and start thinking about winning. No difference. Really puts things in perspective. Needless to say, I am not going to miss any more NCAA tournaments
Your a good dude chief. Get well soon.
Good luck, Chief... For those that appreciate people who serve and protect our country!!
Col. Norman Jessup..
"You don't want the truth, because deep down in places you don't talk about at parties, you want me on that wall. You need me on that wall. We use words like "honor", "code", "loyalty". We use these words as the backbone of a life spent defending something. You use them as a punchline. I have neither the time nor the inclination to explain myself to a man who rises and sleeps under the blanket of the very freedom that I provide, and then questions the manner in which I provide it! I would rather you just said "thank you", and went on your way. Otherwise, I suggest you pick up a weapon, and stand a post. Either way, I don't give a damn what you think you are entitled to!"
Col. Norman Jessup..
"You don't want the truth, because deep down in places you don't talk about at parties, you want me on that wall. You need me on that wall. We use words like "honor", "code", "loyalty". We use these words as the backbone of a life spent defending something. You use them as a punchline. I have neither the time nor the inclination to explain myself to a man who rises and sleeps under the blanket of the very freedom that I provide, and then questions the manner in which I provide it! I would rather you just said "thank you", and went on your way. Otherwise, I suggest you pick up a weapon, and stand a post. Either way, I don't give a damn what you think you are entitled to!"
Was my first thought, too, Jack. Should be no match for Chief!
Chief, I echo everyone else's sentiments and wish you the best!
We wish you luck, Chief, but I'll bet current medical science will see you through this just fine. (A friend of mine faced similar circumstances a couple of years back and emerged as intelligent and a$$holish as he went in.)
I'm guessing something like this can change a person's perspective on what is truly important in life. I wish you happiness and personal growth well into old age.
I'm guessing something like this can change a person's perspective on what is truly important in life. I wish you happiness and personal growth well into old age.
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Hey, Chief - I think you know that we used your generosity to fund scholarships to the World Champ Camp with Kyle Snyder. I got this email Monday,
"Hi, Jim. Just wanted to thank you for giving my son, Rock, a scholarship to the wrestling camp on May 7. It was an excellent experience. We appreciate the opportunity."
From the young (7th grade) man's mother.
You did good, my man. You have my best wishes.
"Hi, Jim. Just wanted to thank you for giving my son, Rock, a scholarship to the wrestling camp on May 7. It was an excellent experience. We appreciate the opportunity."
From the young (7th grade) man's mother.
You did good, my man. You have my best wishes.
That's an awesome organization you have brother....more will be on the way if I can help it. We didn't have much as a kid but my Dad always made sure that I got to tournaments and had good gear.
AZChief, Here's wishing you all the best. Prayers that that tumor shrunk like my nut sack during the Polar Plunge.
I hope you have a speedy recovery Chief! We've never met, but hopefully that changes in March in St Louis. The drinks are on me my man
Thanks for sharing your news, AZ--wishing you the best, of course. Keep us apprised of your progress. We want to hear that it is, in fact, benign, and that it has shrunk to the size of...I don't know, Michigan State's NCAA point total?
I'll gladly get the second round of drinks. I'll be wearing my Hawkeye sweatshirt and my Maine Black Bears cap.
Prayers, Chief. No matter how it looks, stay strong my brother from another mother.
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