(12-08-2014 08:28 PM)NolaOwl Wrote:  For those who do go and visit the Pearl Harbor memorial over the USS Arizona, please be aware of Greta Van Susteren's report tonight that the memorial is in a state of disrepair, full of rust and bird droppings. I wonder if the agency managing the memorial will be fixing it up between now and Dec. 24.

Huh? I was there in July and didn't think there was a rust issue. Didn't see many bird droppings either, but I suppose that could be the case if the cleaning budget has been cut.

One thing that I've done a couple of times and very much enjoyed is the Pacific Islanders Cultural Center (whatever it's called) on the northeast coast of Oahu. It's run by the Mormons as an adjunct to BYU-Hawaii. The people working there are primarily BYU-Hawaii students from the various islands, who work there to pay for school. It's a worthwhile visit. You can spend half a day or more there. You can get transportation back and forth from Honolulu.

(12-08-2014 08:38 PM)Owl 69/70/75 Wrote:  One thing that I've done a couple of times and very much enjoyed is the Pacific Islanders Cultural Center (whatever it's called) on the northeast coast of Oahu. It's run by the Mormons as an adjunct to BYU-Hawaii. The people working there are primarily BYU-Hawaii students from the various islands, who work there to pay for school. It's a worthwhile visit. You can spend half a day or more there. You can get transportation back and forth from Honolulu.

Agree completely!

It's the Polynesian cultural Center: http://www.polynesia.com/

It's not inexpensive, but it's a very good value, especially if you spend all day there -- it's a long drive from Honolulu -- and enjoy all the interesting daytime cultural demonstrations and take in the evening luau and show. All are excellent and typically much better than those at Waikiki hotels and similar resorts.

(12-08-2014 08:32 PM)ExcitedOwl18 Wrote:  

(12-08-2014 08:28 PM)NolaOwl Wrote:  For those who do go and visit the Pearl Harbor memorial over the USS Arizona, please be aware of Greta Van Susteren's report tonight that the memorial is in a state of disrepair, full of rust and bird droppings. I wonder if the agency managing the memorial will be fixing it up between now and Dec. 24.

Huh? I was there in July and didn't think there was a rust issue. Didn't see many bird droppings either, but I suppose that could be the case if the cleaning budget has been cut.

For some reason, the oil bubbling up is what gets to me every time.

(12-08-2014 05:47 PM)Tomball Owl Wrote:  

(12-08-2014 05:43 PM)texowl2 Wrote:  Like Tomball, I am here in Houston. Since the merger, we have gotten a full dose of awful United planes, some of which had to flown bombing missions over Germany, others of which still have CRT's in the aisles. Our wonderful (well at least decent) airline has gone to shame.......

I flew on Aeroflot a few years back from Seoul to Moscow. The plane still had the gun turrets from its pre-commercial days. I really thought it might be my last flight.

And here I thought the Tiger liked you...wow booking you on an Aeroflot flight.

It would be nice if we could find a way to get 1,000 fans over there and seated together, but I know that's probably asking a lot. I'm going to buy a ticket anyway as a souvenir, like I did last year. I hope many other Rice fans can do the same.

This Bleacher Report bowl rundown says the outcome of our game with Fresno State is "Never in doubt": http://bleacherreport.com/articles/22899...me/page/11

Ben Kercheval Wrote:Matchup: Fresno State vs. Rice

There was no Mountain West title for Fresno State, but a trip to Hawaii for the holidays is a nice consolation prize. The Bulldogs defense is statistically awful, giving up almost 33 points per game, but Rice isn't exactly an offensive juggernaut.

The Owls are a middle-of-the-road Conference USA team that scores 29 points a game and is so-so efficiency wise (5.52 yards per play). The Fresno St. quarterback-wide receiver combo of Brian Burrell and Josh Harper should be able to keep pace.

Matchup Type: Never in doubt

Predicted Winner: Fresno State

(12-08-2014 11:52 PM)Afflicted Wrote:  It would be nice if we could find a way to get 1,000 fans over there and seated together, but I know that's probably asking a lot. I'm going to buy a ticket anyway as a souvenir, like I did last year. I hope many other Rice fans can do the same.

With the large miltary population on Oahu, could we get the Rice Navy (and Marine Corps option) ROTC and Fresno Army ROTC color guards out for the game and play up the Army-Navy angle with free or discounted tickets for service members to fill the stadium. Instead of buying a ticket as a souvenir buy one for a soldier, sailor or marine.

(12-09-2014 04:58 AM)exowlswimmer Wrote:  

(12-08-2014 11:52 PM)Afflicted Wrote:  It would be nice if we could find a way to get 1,000 fans over there and seated together, but I know that's probably asking a lot. I'm going to buy a ticket anyway as a souvenir, like I did last year. I hope many other Rice fans can do the same.

With the large miltary population on Oahu, could we get the Rice Navy (and Marine Corps option) ROTC and Fresno Army ROTC color guards out for the game and play up the Army-Navy angle with free or discounted tickets for service members to fill the stadium. Instead of buying a ticket as a souvenir buy one for a soldier, sailor or marine.

I couldn't make the Liberty Bowl last year and bought a ticket through the donate to disadvantaged youth program (forgot the name). Will be happy to do so again or to the military, whatever the program is where we'll get credit.

(12-09-2014 04:58 AM)exowlswimmer Wrote:  

(12-08-2014 11:52 PM)Afflicted Wrote:  It would be nice if we could find a way to get 1,000 fans over there and seated together, but I know that's probably asking a lot. I'm going to buy a ticket anyway as a souvenir, like I did last year. I hope many other Rice fans can do the same.

With the large miltary population on Oahu, could we get the Rice Navy (and Marine Corps option) ROTC and Fresno Army ROTC color guards out for the game and play up the Army-Navy angle with free or discounted tickets for service members to fill the stadium. Instead of buying a ticket as a souvenir buy one for a soldier, sailor or marine.

Good idea

(12-08-2014 10:20 PM)Tiki Owl Wrote:  

(12-08-2014 05:47 PM)Tomball Owl Wrote:  

(12-08-2014 05:43 PM)texowl2 Wrote:  Like Tomball, I am here in Houston. Since the merger, we have gotten a full dose of awful United planes, some of which had to flown bombing missions over Germany, others of which still have CRT's in the aisles. Our wonderful (well at least decent) airline has gone to shame.......

I flew on Aeroflot a few years back from Seoul to Moscow. The plane still had the gun turrets from its pre-commercial days. I really thought it might be my last flight.

And here I thought the Tiger liked you...wow booking you on an Aeroflot flight.

Generally my experience with Aeroflot has been good, but this one flight/plane was a real outlier. I think I picked the flight based on schedule and the fact it was nonstop. I should have checked and researched the aircraft type.

Good luck in the Hawaii Bowl. I'm sure you will represent the city better than we did in 2002. I hope it's just as exciting of a game, but you guys win and then don't get in a fight.

A bowl game between a #74 and #75 team? Sounds exciting

(12-07-2014 05:16 PM)texd Wrote:  

(12-07-2014 05:11 PM)WRCisforgotten79 Wrote:  In my latest rankings, Rice is #74 and Fresno State is #75.

Sounds like an even matchup that also emphasizes that there are a ridiculous number of bowl games.

(12-09-2014 09:06 PM)OldOwl Wrote:  A bowl game between a #74 and #75 team? Sounds exciting

(12-07-2014 05:16 PM)texd Wrote:  

(12-07-2014 05:11 PM)WRCisforgotten79 Wrote:  In my latest rankings, Rice is #74 and Fresno State is #75.

Sounds like an even matchup that also emphasizes that there are a ridiculous number of bowl games.

The Bahamas Bowl matches (66) Western Kentucky (8-5) vs. (92) Central Michigan (7-5).

Can't wait!

When do the tickets go on sale?

(12-10-2014 12:09 AM)Afflicted Wrote:  When do the tickets go on sale?

Quote:call (713) 522-OWLS or click below
PLEASE PURCHASE ALL BOWL TICKETS THROUGH THE RICE ATHLETIC TICKET OFFICE

Purchasing tickets through the Rice Ticket Office not only guarantees your tickets in the Owl fan block, but also helps ensure that Rice can meet all necessary bowl financial obligations. If you cannot attend the game, please consider purchasing tickets that will be donated to deserving youth in the Honolulu area (please select "Donate Tix" as your delivery method when ordering online). With your help we can make this bowl experience a success on and off the field!

Tickets for the Hawai’i Bowl are either $45 or $40. Seats are located in sections JJ-QQ and seating will be based on the following priority system:

1) Rice Athletics Donors (Owl Club)
2) Rice Football Season Ticket Holders
3) Rice Faculty/Staff/Students
4) General Public

TICKET PRIORITY ORDER DEADLINE: DECEMBER 12, 2014

Tickets ordered after December 12th will be assigned by order date. Tickets will remain on sale online until 5:00am on December 24th.

https://oss.ticketmaster.com/aps/rice/EN...ls/14fbhaw

(12-07-2014 05:11 PM)WRCisforgotten79 Wrote:  In my latest rankings, Rice is #74 and Fresno State is #75.

Sagarin has Rice at 84 and Fresno at 93.

When do we expect to get an injury update for the bowl? Any chance Covington will be ready?

(12-10-2014 11:44 AM)jhruzek Wrote:  When do we expect to get an injury update for the bowl? Any chance Covington will be ready?

Covington's going to need five more months of rehab.

(12-10-2014 11:44 AM)jhruzek Wrote:  When do we expect to get an injury update for the bowl? Any chance Covington will be ready?

He is out for the season .