The Sun Bowl (AKA The Steph Bowl)

The Sun Bowl. Talk about everything. From parking lot attendants who lied more than your local political candidate, to super-pop mega star Rhianna to foul-mouthed game attendees who decided to throw nachos and paper airplanes at the people down below, this bowl had it all.

Obviously, the highlight of the day was the game itself, an exciting 39-38 come-from-behind victory by our friends at Oregon State over mucho-hated Missouri; but, other highlights included quotes made throughout the day by the group and others. This post focuses on those quotes simple enough in their clarity; but, strangely bizarre in their absurdity. If you don’t find them amusing enough; well, A) I don’t care, and, B) I guess you just had to be there.

So, without further adieu, the first quotes come from Stephanie. Talk about announcing your presence with authority. Stephanie made sure her first bowl experience was a doozy. From high-fiving every single halftime performer to making nacho runs for the group to policing the males and females in line for the bathroom, Stephanie made sure everyone in the group enjoyed their Sun Bowl experience.

To put it simple terms, Stephanie dominated the Sun Bowl. In fact, rumor has it there is an official petition out there to officially rename the Sun Bowl the Steph Bowl. Here’s hoping it catches on. I know everyone in this group will be referring to the game as “The Steph Bowl” from here on out. Anyway, on to the quotes:

On Texas (made to a Texas fan sitting behind us): “The only reason Texas won the national title last year is because Vince Young is a ball hog.”

This comment was easily the quote of the day and elicited many responses from everyone around us. I’d post all of them here; but, it would be too lengthy and time consuming. Needless to say, those on Bowl Tour 2007 will not be letting Stephanie forget this one anytime soon. Anyway, back to some more Stephanie goodness…

On the handlebar mustache some dude next to us was sporting (picture below): “Those are some cool barstools you are sporting.”

On the game itself: “I think it’s time to leave.” (comment made immediately before Oregon State started its amazing comeback).

Next up on the quote board is Bobby, who was truly fascinated by the halftime prowess of Rhianna.

To the local beer girl: “Are you Rhianna? Because, if you were, it would be cool.”

On the portly kid who was struggling on the field during the halftime show: “Hey big boy, hustle it up down there. You are bringing down the halftime fun!”

Of course, I’m always good for a quote or two, especially when it involves a conversation with some jackass Missouri fan who is just bitter because his Tigers pulled off another miraculous choke job. Here’s how the conversation went down…

Missouri fan to me after the game: So what has Baylor done lately?

Me: Well, we have 15 Big 12 Conference titles and two national championships compared to your one conference title in any sport since the existence of the conference. (Note: Baylor may not have 15 titles; but, it’s around that number. Missouri definitely only has one. In the sport of softball, no less)

Missouri fan: ………

At any rate, there were obviously many more great quotes; but, unfortunately, due to some of the type of beverages we consumed, I’m not able to remember them all. Don’t worry, though, we will be taking notes at the Fiesta Bowl in order to accurately portray what a rocking good time Bowl Tour 2007 has been for everyone involved. In fact, we will just end this post with a quote multiple people have said to us throughout this journey.

Random fans on many occasions: “Are you the guys on a bowl tour?!?! That’s freaking awesome!”

Damn straight it is, people. Damn straight.