Going to State Games?

[YTBulldogs]

That time again. Book early, get nice rates, stay close or miss out. I once again will being staying at the LQ Six Flags. Very clean, free breakfast, free internet and some nice eating places nearby. Few miles from Cowboy Stadium. Several 3ADL'ers stayed here last year and had a great time.

State games are Dec 15,16 and 17.

http://www.lq.com/lq/properties/propertyProfile.do?ident=LQ692&propId=692&WT.mc_id=EMCFNAME&IATA=99020582

[Gsquared]

Im goin. Somebody already has a room booked for me but I cant remember the name of the place. Im ready!!!! 5 more weeks!

[YTBulldogs]

Might add, calling this LQ directly might get ya a better rate. Don't mention the state games, cause they will jack the rates as soon as they are aware it's that time of year.

[Ranger Mom]

My husband and I and my daughter and granddaughter are going.

I booked us a room at the Hawthorne Suites....we are coming in Thursday afternoon but probably won't make a game until the 3A at 4:00 on Friday. I don't know anything about the place I booked, but the reviews looked pretty good and I liked the idea of a full kitchen. With a 4 y/o in tow, I need to have somewhere to keep all of her munchies. I think this place is about 2 miles from the stadium.

[Saggy Aggie]

I have finals that Friday and the entire next week. Won't be making any state games even if my team West Columbia is playing :/

[YTBulldogs]

My husband and I and my daughter and granddaughter are going.

I booked us a room at the Hawthorne Suites....we are coming in Thursday afternoon but probably won't make a game until the 3A at 4:00 on Friday. I don't know anything about the place I booked, but the reviews looked pretty good and I liked the idea of a full kitchen. With a 4 y/o in tow, I need to have somewhere to keep all of her munchies. I think this place is about 2 miles from the stadium.

Heard that Hawthorne is nice too. And, yes---the full kitchen comes in handy for ya. Just like that sports bar across the street from the LQ, that brews it's own beer comes in handy for me.:)

[Matthew328]

Heard that Hawthorne is nice too. And, yes---the full kitchen comes in handy for ya. Just like that sports bar across the street from the LQ, that brews it's own beer comes in handy for me.:)

I will be there for sure...

[Txbroadcaster]

some of u are talking about going big and get a 2 room suite for the two nights and then get our drink on after each night...if u want in PM me

[YTBulldogs]

Even if your not sure if your going, but---thinking about it. Or, you'll only go if your team makes it. Better book now, rates are low. You can cancel the day of arrival if need be. I know the week of state last year, rates doubled.:(

[Matthew328]

Even if your not sure if your going, but---thinking about it. Or, you'll only go if your team makes it. Better book now, rates are low. You can cancel the day of arrival if need be. I know the week of state last year, rates doubled.:(

I agree, if you think your team has a prayer or if you are considering it now book it now...

[YTBulldogs]

Matt, is this your last state games?

[DavidWooderson]

Im goin. Somebody already has a room booked for me but I cant remember the name of the place. Im ready!!!! 5 more weeks!

Would this place be called your house?

[Bambam]

The town of Huffman will be there supporting their home team!!!!!!!!! LOL
My family will be there regardless of the teams!

[pirate4state]

Red & I will be there again this year. Either staying at the LQ or Hawthorne Suites. After being there last year setting up a M&G in one of the lounge areas seemed to be the best option. There are TVs everywhere and you won't miss any part of the game! Be sure to bring your cell phone charger. Plenty of outlets in those lounges to charge your phones! I know mine was dead after a full day at the stadium. As far as after parties...we'll just have to play it by ear!

[YTBulldogs]

Red & I will be there again this year. Either staying at the LQ or Hawthorne Suites. After being there last year setting up a M&G in one of the lounge areas seemed to be the best option. There are TVs everywhere and you won't miss any part of the game! Be sure to bring your cell phone charger. Plenty of outlets in those lounges to charge your phones! I know mine was dead after a full day at the stadium. As far as after parties...we'll just have to play it by ear!

This is a awesome M&G place as well. Had one there last year. Walking distance to the LQ and not far from all the other hotels. The hotel lobby bar closes to early.

http://www.humperdinks.com/location/2/

[Matthew328]

Matt, is this your last state games?

Even though I'm moving I plan on coming back for all the title games

[YTBulldogs]

I have finals that Friday and the entire next week. Won't be making any state games even if my team West Columbia is playing :/

Figured you'd take a 0 on the test if WC makes it SA:)

[rholl]

Whoa Nellie!!! Is there a major typo on UIL brackets ?

3A Div 1 shows to be Friday the 9th
http://www.uiltexas.org//files/athletics/brackets/football/football-3a-d1.pdf

[rholl]

upon further research...apparently 3a Div 1 is lone game then!

[Saggy Aggie]

Figured you'd take a 0 on the test if WC makes it SA:) Well, if we make it out of the region, which isnt a given, we'll likely get a semifinal rematch with the bully on the block, Chapel Hill. if we SOMEHOW managed to win that one, and played for a state championship, then I could probably figure out how to get away for an evening and neglect my tests to see us play. :)

[YTBulldogs]

Well, if we make it out of the region, which isnt a given, we'll likely get a semifinal rematch with the bully on the block, Chapel Hill. if we SOMEHOW managed to win that one, and played for a state championship, then I could probably figure out how to get away for an evening and neglect my tests to see us play. :)

There ya go. I see what ya are saying, lot's has to go right before we get that far.

[Matthew328]

upon further research...apparently 3a Div 1 is lone game then!

Yes Division 1 is a week earlier than everyone else

[YTBulldogs]

Just called, and they have not jacked their rates up yet, and rooms still available. So, better book ASAP, cause I know last year they double the rate before state games. You can cancel if need be 24 hours prior, if your only going if your team makes it to state.

Several 3ADL'ers are staying here.

http://www.lq.com/lq/properties/prop...&IATA=99020582

[LH Panther Mom]

We are on the fence. My hubby said that if Shallowater gets past Monahans...then the beast from the East (doesn't matter whether Gilmer or Argyle since they're both WAY East of Shallowater!), then we are there!


I'm still trying to figure out how to get to a MotCo game!

[regaleagle]

Can somebody post the scheduled times of each event for the State Playoffs at Jerryworld, please?

[LH Panther Mom]

http://www.uiltexas.org/football/state


Friday, December 9, 2011
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Conference 3A Division I
7:30 PM
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Ticket cost is $12.



Thursday, December 15, 2011
GameTimeTeamsTickets

Conference 1A Division I
12:00 PM
vs.
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Ticket cost is $15 and allows admittance to all games on Dec. 15


Conference 1A Division II
4:00 PM
vs.


Conference 2A Division I
8:00 PM
vs.




Friday, December 16, 2011
GameTimeTeamsTickets

Conference 2A Division II
12:00 PM
vs.
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Ticket cost is $15 and allows admittance to all games on Dec. 16.


Conference 3A Division II
4:00 PM
vs.


Conference 4A Division I
8:00 PM
vs.




Saturday, December 17, 2011
GameTimeTeamsTickets

Conference 4A Division II
12:00 PM
vs.
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Ticket cost is $15 and allows admittance to all games on Dec. 17.


Conference 5A Division I
4:00 PM
vs.


Conference 5A Division II
8:00 PM
vs.



Shotwell Stadium - Abilene
Saturday, December 10, 2011
GameTimeTeamsTickets

Conference 1A 6-Man Division I
2:00 PM
vs.
$10 Adults; $5 Students

Tickets will be available for purchase at the stadium the day of the games and will allow admittance to all games on Dec. 10.

[Sweetwater Red]

We are on the fence. My hubby said that if Shallowater gets past Monahans...then the beast from the East (doesn't matter whether Gilmer or Argyle since they're both WAY East of Shallowater!), then we are there!


I'm still trying to figure out how to get to a MotCo game!

Via twitter @sixmanguru about 45 minutes ago...

Sterling City vs. Motley County moved to Gail (Borden County), Thursday, 7:30.

Gail is about 20 miles(?) west of Snyder.

[regaleagle]

Does the general admission ticket allow you to sit anywhere on a first come -first serve basis? And are there any tailgating parties allowed on the premesis, or within close proximity of the stadium? Are noisemakers allowed in the stadium? What other "rules" do I need to be aware of?

[pirate4state]

Does the general admission ticket allow you to sit anywhere on a first come -first serve basis? And are there any tailgating parties allowed on the premesis, or within close proximity of the stadium? Are noisemakers allowed in the stadium? What other "rules" do I need to be aware of?

Yes
Didn't see any last year, but that doesnt mean anything. lol
Yes.
They will casually check any bags you take in.
I know they had a designated area for smokers and that might be the only "in & out" allowed.
Parking is $10 per day
Tickets are $15 per day
If you plan on staying all day -- don't forget your cell phone charger.
Bring plenty of $$$

[LH Panther Mom]

Via twitter @sixmanguru about 45 minutes ago...

Sterling City vs. Motley County moved to Gail (Borden County), Thursday, 7:30.

Gail is about 20 miles(?) west of Snyder.

:ack!: :ack!: That's even worse than Abilene on a Friday! Scratch this week, then!

[Chillfan]

Yes
Didn't see any last year, but that doesnt mean anything. lol
Yes.
They will casually check any bags you take in.
I know they had a designated area for smokers and that might be the only "in & out" allowed.
Parking is $10 per day
Tickets are $15 per day
If you plan on staying all day -- don't forget your cell phone charger.
Bring plenty of $$$

Yes, you can tailgate. We had a ton last year cooking it up.

[Sweetwater Red]

:ack!: :ack!: That's even worse than Abilene on a Friday! Scratch this week, then!

Motley County 84
Sterling City 36

[Emerson1]

You can tailgate in designated areas only. Which is on the outer parts of the lots because you have your spot, then there is grass. They probably wouldn't care for HS games, but for Cowboy games they don't want people taking up 4 spots.

[pirate4state]

Does anyone remember if they allowed "in & out" other than to smoke?

Emerson do you have your double lined pockets ready? :D

[Emerson1]

I just tighten my belt up and stuff food and bottles in my waste line. Then I go to a female ticket taker and let her ask if that is a subway in my pants.

[pirate4state]

I just tighten my belt up and stuff food and bottles in my waste line. Then I go to a female ticket taker and let her ask if that is a subway in my pants.

http://youtu.be/ZTlW102g7gc

[YTBulldogs]

Just called LQ. Here is the room availability breakdown for the state games held Dec 15, 16, 17 at this LQ Hotel. Those who just took another step towards state, don't miss out. Rates will go up any day now.

Dec 15th - 127 rooms available
Dec 16th - 85 rooms available
Dec 17th - 92 rooms available

http://www.lq.com/lq/properties/propertyProfile.do?ident=LQ692&propId=692&WT.mc_id=EMCFNAME&IATA=99020582

[lbjacj]

Just called LQ. Here is the room availability breakdown for the state games held Dec 15, 16, 17 at this LQ Hotel. Those who just took another step towards state, don't miss out. Rates will go up any day now.

Dec 15th - 127 rooms available
Dec 16th - 85 rooms available
Dec 17th - 92 rooms available

http://www.lq.com/lq/properties/propertyProfile.do?ident=LQ692&propId=692&WT.mc_id=EMCFNAME&IATA=99020582

Booked last year before the semis. Think I'll wait till friday night about 11:00 this year.

[YTBulldogs]

Booked last year before the semis. Think I'll wait till friday night about 11:00 this year.

I hear ya bud. No jinx this year huh? The Monday of the week of the state games is when I noticed they raised their rates last year.

[YTBulldogs]

Booked last year before the semis. Think I'll wait till friday night about 11:00 this year.

Get that number programmed in cell. They might have a rush on rooms about that time. :)

Or, just stay in wimbo's 5* Penthouse hotel. Sure he has room.

[regaleagle]

Anybody know what last year's attendance was for the DII game?

[YTBulldogs]

Booked last year before the semis. Think I'll wait till friday night about 11:00 this year.

Did ya get your business (hotel resv) taking care of lbjacj? Congrats by the way. Hope to meet ya in Arlington. Maybe you'll be staying where several of us are?

[lbjacj]

Did ya get your business (hotel resv) taking care of lbjacj? Congrats by the way. Hope to meet ya in Arlington. Maybe you'll be staying where several of us are?

We are going to ride the charter bus with the kids and grandkids. They better have more than one cause the whole town will be going to this one! I'll be close to the 50 yd line up high. I'm the old fart yelling his head off! Very hoarse this morning.

[Eagle 1]

http://www.uiltexas.org/football/state


Friday, December 9, 2011
GameTimeTeamsTickets

Conference 3A Division I
7:30 PM
vs.
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Ticket cost is $12.



Thursday, December 15, 2011
GameTimeTeamsTickets

Conference 1A Division I
12:00 PM
vs.
Buy tickets for these games (http://www.ticketmaster.com/event/0C004712FA39A857)

Ticket cost is $15 and allows admittance to all games on Dec. 15


Conference 1A Division II
4:00 PM
vs.


Conference 2A Division I
8:00 PM
vs.




Friday, December 16, 2011
GameTimeTeamsTickets

Conference 2A Division II
12:00 PM
vs.
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Ticket cost is $15 and allows admittance to all games on Dec. 16.


Conference 3A Division II
4:00 PM
vs.


Conference 4A Division I
8:00 PM
vs.




Saturday, December 17, 2011
GameTimeTeamsTickets

Conference 4A Division II
12:00 PM
vs.
Buy tickets for these games (http://www.ticketmaster.com/event/0C004712FBF9A8B3)

Ticket cost is $15 and allows admittance to all games on Dec. 17.


Conference 5A Division I
4:00 PM
vs.


Conference 5A Division II
8:00 PM
vs.



Shotwell Stadium - Abilene
Saturday, December 10, 2011
GameTimeTeamsTickets

Conference 1A 6-Man Division I
2:00 PM
vs.
$10 Adults; $5 Students

Tickets will be available for purchase at the stadium the day of the games and will allow admittance to all games on Dec. 10.





When I click on the links, it takes you ticketmaster to buy the tickets.
The price is $15, however they charge you $5.30 EXTRA per ticket for tax and etc. for a total of $20.30 per ticket.
What is that all about? Cant you just buy general admission tickets at the game for $15, or do you have to get them in advance?

[YTBulldogs]

When I click on the links, it takes you ticketmaster to buy the tickets.
The price is $15, however they charge you $5.30 EXTRA per ticket for tax and etc. for a total of $20.30 per ticket.
What is that all about? Cant you just buy general admission tickets at the game for $15, or do you have to get them in advance?

Yes, you can buy them at the gate and avoid extra charges.

[Eagle 1]

Yes, you can buy them at the gate and avoid extra charges.

Ok thanks.

[Trashman]

We are taking a truck load to the Thursday games....Go Punchers!

[YTBulldogs]

I'll be making all 9 of these games. Hope we have some good ones?

[Emerson1]

I think the Friday night 4A D1 game will be the best. Lake Travis' Drive For Five on the line.

[wimbo_pro]

I think the Friday night 4A D1 game will be the best. Lake Travis' Drive For Five on the line.

I dunno...looking at the match-ups, the Wimberley-Argyle game seems to be the great "Clash of Titans"...both are very similar in many regards, and very possibly a tit-for-tat kind of game. I have a feeling LT will be a blow out.

[Matthew328]

if I had to pick one game I really wanna see its the Friday noon game...Cisco-Refugio

[garciap77]

We are taking a truck load to the Thursday games....Go Punchers!

Do not let G2 sit on your side! Repeat!!! Do not let G2 sit on your side!!!http://i220.photobucket.com/albums/dd185/garciap77/Sports/gdpit_com_96762789_912.gif

[raider red 2000]

if I had to pick one game I really wanna see its the Friday noon game...Cisco-Refugio


I will be at this one.

I hope it isn't a good game. I would love for Refugio to win by 50. Not sure if they can.

[LionFan72]

YES, I will be there Friday morning for the Cisco-Refugio game, and end with the Travis drive for 5. There will absolutely not be a better day for football than Friday, all 3 games will be classics and on a grand stage. If you can't make the games, please set your DVRs, you will only regret missing any of these games.

Thanks God for Texas High School Football!

[Trashman]

Do not let G2 sit on your side! Repeat!!! Do not let G2 sit on your side!!!http://i220.photobucket.com/albums/dd185/garciap77/Sports/gdpit_com_96762789_912.gif

I have put a bounty on him. lol

[Sweetwater Red]

if I had to pick one game I really wanna see its the Friday noon game...Cisco-Refugio

^This^

I watched Refugio knock Poth out of the playoffs a few weeks ago. Now I want to see what they'll do against a perennial powerhouse like Cisco. Should be epic.

[YTBulldogs]

^This^

I watched Refugio knock Poth out of the playoffs a few weeks ago. Now I want to see what they'll do against a perennial powerhouse like Cisco. Should be epic.

Could be the highest scoring state game ever regardless classification (what ever that record is). A six man type score. I agree Red, a fun one to watch.

[Matthew328]

Cisco has a fantastic defense so if this gets to be a shootout that favors Refugio

[YTBulldogs]

Cisco has a fantastic defense so if this gets to be a shootout that favors Refugio

Refugio will score on any "D" with their offense. Once, the Refugio "D" was their weak link, but--heard they put the best players on that side of the ball after the first playoff game. So, it's better, not great.

[Eagle 1]

Cisco has a fantastic defense so if this gets to be a shootout that favors Refugio

I'm not sure about that, but I see what your saying.
However, I have always believed that offense sells tickets, but defense wins championships.