What A Season - Football 2009

Well, we survived this football season with a few miracles and a lot of nail-biters. The Tigers ended up ranked #13 in the BCS, with a 9-3 record.

It looks like we may get a decent Bowl bid and I will keep you posted on that.

Stay tuned and return for updates on what is happening, locally.

Finishing Strong

Last week was a heartbreaker. Conspiracy theorist abound. And although I dont' belive there is a conpsiracy (come on, they're not that smart), I do think the SEC referees need some more training.

That being said, we've had really good participation in the viewing for the LSU games. I hope everyone is having a good time; I know I am. We've got more t-shirts to give away, courtesy of the Times Grill. So everyone needs to come out and support the Tigers through the end of the season.

Below are pics from this years viewing:

LSU v. Tulane - Halloween 2009

Thanks to those who joined us for Halloween night to watch LSU beat up on Tulane. The winner of the costume was the Brick House. Here a couple of frights from the night.

Halloween - LSU v. Tulane

We've been having a good turn out this year for the football viewing. And this Halloween, we will have a truly scary event -- the LSU/Tulane game. Not available at your homes, we will have it at the Times Grill (Baymeadows at 9A) for all to see. Come out and join us for what should be a fun game. Wear your costumes! There will be a tee-shirt give-away but only to those in costume.

Kickoff is at 8:00 p.m. Its on TigerVision. Come early to get a good seat.

Hope to see you there.

Geaux Tigers.

--
Lynn Rachal
First Coast Tigers President
firstcoasttigers.com
firstcoasttigers@gmail.com


P.S. Those making long-term plans, we will be having door prizes at the LSU/Alabma game, which is at 3:30 on November 7th.

LSU v. Georgia - 10/3/09 @ 3:30 p.m.

Hey Tiger Fans, the season is heating up. With the Tigers ranked a disputed #4 in the polls, we are getting into the heart of the season. This weekend the Tigers travel to Athens to take on #18 Georgia. This game should be a good one. The offensive line and defensive line will need to prove themselves to so can maintain our ranking. The game is at 3:30 on Saturday on CBS -- but isn't it more fun to hang around others dressed in purple and gold to watch the game, then sitting on your sofa, yelling at the TV by yourself. Come out and join us at Times Grille on Baymeadows Road at 9A. I recommend getting there a little early to get a good seat.

And don't forget ... anyone in the Orange Park area on Saturday may want to stop by the Farmer's Market at the mall and pick up some good cajun cooking from King Creole Catering and tell Shawn hi.

Hope to see y'all Saturday and Geaux Tigers!!!

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LSU v. U-LaLa - Satuday, Sept. 19th at 7:00 p.m.

Tiger Fans, LSU is now ranked #9 or #7 in the polls after their win over Vandy, depending on which one you read. I pick #7. This weekend we take on University of Louisiana - Lafayette (aka ULaLa, USL, SLI). This should be a fun game. The Ragin' Cajuns are undefeated but LSU is 20-0 against non-conference teams under Les Miles. Tigers are still suffering from a couple of injuries and expect shuffling of the back field as Ridley is expected to be back in action.

We will be a Times Grill on Baymeadows Road at 9A to watch the game. Come out and join the crowd.

LSU vs. Vanderbilt - Satuday, Sept.12 at 7:00 p.m.

Tiger Fans -

We had a great turnout to watch the Tigers play cat-and-mouse with Washington last Saturday, for a late night game, from what I hear. I hope you all didn't find it as painful to watch as I did. But we did get a win and managed to remain number 11 in the polls.

This Saturday, the Tigers take on the perennial academic favorite, Vanderbilt, at 7:00 p.m. This could be a good game, given Vanderbilt's improvement on the football field and their 45-0 win last week over Western Carolina.

Please join us at Times Grill on Baymeadows Road at 9A. It be nice to have a good turnout for what hopefully will be stronger showing by the Tigers.

Hope to see you there and Geaux Tigers!!!!!

2009 Football Season

Hey First Coast Tiger Fans! Time to get ready for football season!!! I know we are all excited for the new year.

A couple of announcements as we get going:

(1) Yes, I, Lynn Rachal, was once again suckered into taking this position. Therefore, all of you who promised to help, will be called on.

(2) We will again be viewing the games at Times Grille on Baymeadws Road at 9A. They have graciously agreed to stay open late for the kickoff of our season against Washington. That game is Sept. 5th at 10:30 p.m. Please let me know if you plan on going, so we can let them know how many people will be there for the late night party.

Below is the schedule:

September 5 at Washington 10:30 PM ET
September 12 Vanderbilt 7:00 PM ET
September 19 Louisiana-Lafayette 7:00 PM ET
September 26 at Mississippi State TBA
October 3 at Georgia TBA
October 10 Florida 8:00 PM ET
October 24 Auburn 8:00 PM ET
October 31 Tulane 8:00 PM ET
November 7 at Alabama TBA
November 14 Louisiana Tech 8:00 PM ET
November 21 at Mississippi TBA
November 28 Arkansas 8:00 PM ET

Crawfish Boil and Other News

Hello everyone--

Hope everyone is having a Happy Memorial Day, and that we all remember our veterans this holiday.

LSU News:

The Tigers baseball team won five games in a row and WON THE SEC TOURNAMENT!! WIEUXT!! This marks our eighth Tournament win and sets a record for most Tourney wins in SEC Baseball!

We are now seated #3 nationally and guaranteed a Super Regional hosting spot if we make it through the regional which will consist of matches against Southern, Baylor, and Minnesota.

Club News:

Our Crawfish Boil will be held this Saturday, May 30th from 3pm-6pm. If you have paid already, please mark the time and location. If you have not paid, the price for crawfish & drinks - which covers the purchase and transportation of the crawfish, the rest of the fixins, as well as the excellent cooking efforts of Scott & his crew - is $35 per adult, $20 per child. Burgers and other food items will be available.

The crawfish boil will be held at Big Belly Burgers, located at 4285 A1A in St. Augustine Beach this year, NOT at the World Golf Village.

Hope to see y'all there!

Please remember that we are looking for a new President and Treasurer - these two officer positions will be open this year and must be filled in order for the Alumni Club to continue. Other officer positions available are Vice-President and Secretary.


Geaux Tigers!!

--
Clinton Lowery
First Coast Tigers President
firstcoasttigers.com
firstcoasttigers@gmail.com

Crawfish Boil information!!!

FIRST COAST TIGERS ANNUAL CRAWFISH BOIL
WHEN: SATURADAY, MAY 30, 2009 3PM-6PM
WHERE: BIG BELLY BURGERS
4285 A1A
SAINT AUGUSTINE BEACH, FL. 32080
COST: $35 PER ADULT $20 FOR CHILDREN UNDER 14
INCLUDES BEER AND SOFT DRINKS –BURGERS AND OTHER FOOD AVAILABLE
MAKE CHECK TO: FIRST COAST LSU ALUMNI ASSOCIATION
MAIL TO: LSU ALUMNI ASSOCIATION
C/O GENE USNER
237 SAINT THOMAS ST.
ST. AUGUSTINE, FL 32095
NUMBER OF ADULTS____X$35_____
NUMBER OF CHILDREN_X$20______
TOTAL_________________________
IMPORTANT: WE NEED AT LEAST 50 PAID BY WEDNESDAY, MAY 20TH OR WE WOULD HAVE TO CANCEL. A FULL REFUND WILL BE GIVEN IF CRAWFISH BOIL IS CANCELLED.