This turned out to be such a successful, interesting and fun day. We headed out early so that we could arrive at the luncheon with plenty of time to spare. We got there 45 minutes early, and it really paid off! While waiting to be able to enter the luncheon the ring of honor current members and inductees were walking in and out of the media room and some were signing autographs and taking pictures with the fans.
After we were allowed to enter the reception area, we all took our tables and then they introduced each one of the players. Almost everyone showed up, with the exception of Edgerinn James (who was preparing for his game on Sunday with the Cardinals), Bernie Kosar (not sure why), and Jim Dooley (who has passed away).Everyone was really friendly and they were all willing to sign autographs. After we all ate our meals they presented the medals to the inductees and each one had an introduction
video and gave a speech. Some of them were actually really funny, I'd say that Jim Otto and Jim Kelly gave two of the best speeches, they were charismatic and just downright funny.After the luncheon was over we headed to the University of Miami vs Virginia Tech game. Once we killed several hours tailgating we got to go in, watch the U put another check in the Win column, and once again get to see the inductees presented their medals and watch their introduction videos. All in all, it was a great day and if the opportunity arises to do it again, I definately would. Here are some more photos for your enjoyment.
Gino Toretta Signing
Don Bosselor, Ted Hendricks, George Mira Sr (Left to Right)
Jim Otto Signing
Burgess Owens Signing
UM Players being introduced at the game
Inductees being honored at half time
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