Special Rules For Autograph Night (Sat vs. UCSB)

[Dave L]

Tomorrow night is not going to be an "Autograph Night" like those in the past.

We will have a Nationally Ranked Team and Near Capacity Crowd.

In order to make sure everyone that wants autographs after the game can get them...in as timely a matter as possible...some new rules are being put in place to benefit all.

* There will be about 3K posters handed out to be autographed.

* Each person will be limited to "one" autographed item.

* No pictures will be allowed this year (takes too much time).

* The arena does not allow people to bring in any type of ball.

They want to ensure that they give everyone who wants to stay for the autograph signing the opportunity to get an item autographed, and to keep the line moving at a steady pace so that no one must wait for too long.

And please don't get anyone else on the team sick.

[hokeboom]

Thanks Dave for the update and clarification!

[standiego]

are the players going to start doing autographs , right after the game or going into the locker room then come back-

[sdcjohnny]

One autograph per player on one item?

or

One autograph from anyone on the team?

[onelittleindian]

Thanks for the info, Dave.

Better to know now than have to bring the ball back to the car (in the rain?)

[sleepy]

Shouldn't we worry about them getting US sick?

This team is like a petri dish right now!!

[onelittleindian]

Dec 17, 2010 14:10:35 GMT -8 standiego said:

are the players going to start doing autographs , right after the game or going into the locker room then come back-

They'll go back to the locker room and do the necessary media and such. This gives the event staff time to set-up the tables and chairs.

[ellbee]

Dec 17, 2010 13:56:21 GMT -8 Dave L said:

* The arena does not allow people to bring in any type of ball.

Thanks for psoting this. My wife was told that she could bring in a ball for autographs by someone from the Basketball office today. I'm sure you've got the right info, though.

AztecMesa - THE source for Aztec info and truth.

[Dave L]

Dec 17, 2010 22:58:41 GMT -8 ellbee said:

Dec 17, 2010 13:56:21 GMT -8 Dave L said:

* The arena does not allow people to bring in any type of ball.

Thanks for psoting this. My wife was told that she could bring in a ball for autographs by someone from the Basketball office today. I'm sure you've got the right info, though.

AztecMesa - THE source for Aztec info and truth.

I'm sure there will be a few "hey...how come they get to do that?" moments tonight. Rules are rules and not always followed...or enforced.

Best way to get a basketball signed by the entire team and coaching staff? Make sure you sign up for the banquet when info comes out...probably in late February for a second have of March event.

[JOCAZTEC]

Dec 17, 2010 13:56:21 GMT -8 Dave L said:

Tomorrow night is not going to be an "Autograph Night" like those in the past.

We will have a Nationally Ranked Team and Near Capacity Crowd.

In order to make sure everyone that wants autographs after the game can get them...in as timely a matter as possible...some new rules are being put in place to benefit all.

* There will be about 3K posters handed out to be autographed.

* Absolutely no vomit jokes, ta-boot.

* Each person will be limited to "one" autographed item.

* You are not allowed to tear up the poster if the Aztecs lose the game.

* No pictures will be allowed this year (takes too much time).

* Mention to DJ Gay, "Don't shoot the ball if you're not going to make it, and receive a free snide grin and a small punch in the mouth.

* The arena does not allow people to bring in any type of ball.

* The barf bags are $6 for women and $15 for men.

They want to ensure that they give everyone who wants to stay for the autograph signing the opportunity to get an item autographed, and to keep the line moving at a steady pace so that no one must wait for too long.

And please don't get anyone else on the team sick.

There. Upgraded for version 2.0.

HAM

[onelittleindian]

I remember way back in the good 'ol days, before all the cockroaches came out of the woodwork...

[sdsportfan]

Ran very smoothly tonight. Kind of bummed the seniors (DJ Gay, Billy White, and Malcom Thomas) were not there tonight. At least early...perhaps they came later. Will have to get their auotographs during the banquet. This is going to be a poster to frame! Never thought I'd see a day where we were the best team in California, the best team on the West Coast, a Top 10 team, possibly a Top 5 team!

[firemedic619]

Nice! Did anyone take pictures? I'm sure Ernie did.

[jonnyaztec94]

Posted by sdsportfan on Today at 10:13pm
Ran very smoothly tonight. Kind of bummed the seniors (DJ Gay, Billy White, and Malcom Thomas) were not there tonight. At least early...perhaps they came later. Will have to get their auotographs during the banquet. This is going to be a poster to frame! Never thought I'd see a day where we were the best team in California, the best team on the West Coast, a Top 10 team, possibly a Top 5 team!


DJ, Billy and Malcolm did the press conference after the game.

[sdsportfan]

yep... the guys were all very friendly and genuinely seemed to like that there were so many who wanted their ink

[seagull]

They were all there when I came along at the end of the line!

Kawhi and Chase both said they feel much better but are not yet 100%.

Everyone was quite positive and affable especially with the little ones.

Photos were not allowed.

[firemedic619]

I knew pics weren't allowed, but thought somebody may have snuck in a mobile phone picture while waiting or something. Haha!

Sounds like everyone had a good time. I had tickets, and really wanted to go to this Autograph Night, but plans fell apart.