Unbelievable items up for bid at Friday's Football Auction
4/22/2010 7:02:00 AM | Football
Sam Houston head football coach Willie Fritz believes this year's affair, which will be held Friday, April 23, 2010 at the Veterans Conference Center, will be the best auction yet.
"It's unbelievable what is up for bid this year," Fritz said looking over the collection of items donated for the 2010 auction. "It's going to be Sam Houston's biggest and best football auction ever."
Top items up for bid Friday include:
NASCAR SPRINT CUP CREDENTIALS
A racing fan's dream, package includes four credentials for the grandstand with access to the pit area during the race for the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series at Texas Motor Speedway Nov. 7, 2010. Donated by Learjet-Ed Thomas
LIMO DINNER AND SPA PACKAGE
3 Night Stay at Bellissimo Grande, North Stonington, CT
Free Limousine Service, Free Dinner and Drinks Each Night, Free Spa Package
Donated by Patrick Levantino
FISHING TRIP ON SAM RAYBURN LAKE
3 Person Crappie Trip on Sam Rayburn Lake
This 3 person trip includes 1 Night lodging at the Tiger Creek Lodge located on the south end of the lake. Your guide will be Bill Fondren who is a regular on the G-3 Outdoor show on the Hunting channel. Fishing is best during April thru June so don't miss this exciting chance for an awesome experience. Trips include meals, lodging, and guide service.
Donated by Randy and Ann Stewart
QUAIL HUNT
If you want an awesome quail hunting trip, don't miss this opportunity to go hunting with Mr. Buddy Smith, owner of Possum Walk Ranch. This ranch is conveniently located 10 miles west of Huntsville. Mr. Buddy has outstanding pointers and it's a thrill to watch the dogs work. Depending on your shooting ability, limits for 2 man hunts can average 25 to 30 birds. Must be taken between October 1-December 31, 2010.
Donated by 3-S Texas Outdoors & Possum Walk Ranch
RIBEYES AT THE RANCH
Dinner for 8 - Home of Brian and Linda Smith
Gourmet dinner with choice of wine; choose your cut from a whole rib eye!
Donated by Brian and Linda Smith
HUNTING PACKAGE
Hunt will include Guide, Lodging, Food and Beverage. Hunters will need to travel to the hunt and have license, hunting gear, bed roll and towel. Donated by Bill Fry, SHSU Cheerleader 1975 & 1976 and ATO Fraternity
HAND-STITCHED SAM HOUSTON FOOTBALL QUILT
Designed and made by Lynn Neely
CUSTOM MADE PLAYHOUSE
Donated by J.D. Davis
TEXAS VS. WYOMING TICKETS
Package includes tour of facilities, sideline passes with coach Anthony Johnson
Donated by Mack Brown. The ONLY way to have a better experience at a University of Texas football game is to spend that evening with former Texas running back and current Sam Houston football coach Anthony Johnson. Coach Johnson will take you and a guest on a tour of the University of Texas football facilities and then escort you on the sidelines of Darrell K Royal - Texas Memorial Stadium for their game versus Wyoming.
SHSU vs. BAYLOR TOTAL ACCESS PACKAGE
Donated by SHSU Football. Gain access unavailable to any other Bearkat Football fan. This package for two includes Coaching Gear, Pre Game Meal with the team, Locker Room Access, Sideline Passes in the team area, and can include the bus ride.
Modified Cushion Cut Orange Sapphire - Donated by Kemper Crabb
A modified cushion cut orange sapphire that is 15.32 mm long x 12.11 mm wide x 7.19 mm deep and weighs 13.29 carats. It has very good proportions, very good polish and finish and a deep rich color. As is usual for this gem, it has been heat treated to enhance the color and saturation.
9 Day Stay in Mexico
Donated by Russell Humphrey
Stay for 9 days in this beautiful 3/2 Villa in Puerto Aventuras, Mexico a 50 minute ride from Cancun Airport, your stay will include maid service all week! Trip MUST be taken May 29 thru June 6, 2010. Airfare and other transportation are not included.
Darryl Royal and Mack Brown autographed Helmet
Donated by Ken Dabbs
This Autographed Helmet by two of the University of Texas' greatest coaches would be a great addition to any sports memorabilia collection, or a great gift for any University of Texas Fan.
Float Plane Trip for 2 to L'Auberge du Lac Casino Resort
Donated by Greg and Ruth Smith
Trip includes: a flight out of Conroe Airport at 10 a.m., and land on the water at Lake Charles! Enjoy a One Day Casino excursion. Win and Fly Home! (Time to be determined)
Wine Tasting for 20
Donated by Chester Crawford
LaDainian Tomlinson Jersey Collection
Donated by Ron Morgan
Two framed autographed jerseys by LaDainian Tomlinson, one from TCU and one from San Diego. In his senior season in 2000, Tomlinson led the NCAA for the second time with 2,158 yards and 22 touchdowns while adding 354 yards receiving. He won the Doak Walker Award as the nation's best running back, and was a finalist for the Heisman, but came in fourth. He completed his college career with 5,263 rushing yards, ranking sixth in NCAA Division I history. The school retired his jersey number (5) during halftime of a November 2005 game against UNLV. Tomlinson has been selected to five Pro Bowls and has been an All-Pro six times. During the 2006 NFL season, he set several records and received numerous honors and awards including the NFL's Most Valuable Player Award and Associated Press' Offensive Player of the Year Award.
Roy Harris vs. Floyd Patterson poster Autographed by Roy Harris
Donated by Ron and Chrissy Mafrige
Cut 'N Shoots own Roy Harris clashed with Floyd Patterson in a Heavyweight Title bout August 18, 1958 at Wrigley Field, Los Angeles California. Roy went 12 rounds vs the Heavy Weight Champ before the fight was stopped. This was the last Heavy Weight Title match to be held at Wrigley Stadium in Los Angeles. It was also found that Roy recorded a Country Music Song "Cut 'N Shoot, Texas" while in Los Angeles. We wonder where that record may be.
Trip for 2 to Historic Sante Fe, New Mexico
Donated by John and Susan Lumley
Nestled at the base of Glorieta Mesa, overshadowed by Ponderosa pines and aspens, this mountain retreat provides tranquility with amazing views. Shopping in Santa Fe, mountain biking, hiking, and sightseeing are just a few of the summer/fall activities. John and Susan Lumley are offering a four day/three night stay at their personal home so some lucky Texans can beat the heat of summer/fall and enjoy four days of relaxation. Susan will provide continental breakfast each morning.
University of Texas Quarterback Greats Collection
Donated by Ron Morgan & University of Texas
This package includes an autographed jersey and football from Colt McCoy and Autographed picture from Vince Young. This is a great package for any University of Texas Football fan.
Emerald Cut Orange Sapphire
Donated by Kemper Crabb
An orange sapphire that is emerald cut and measures 12.2. mm long x 8.28 mm wide x 6.21 mm deep. It is very clear, has uniform orange color and had excellent cut and polish. It weighs 6.87 carats. Appraised value - $8,200.00
"Mans" Best Friend
Donated by Standley Feed
You will receive a registered Yellow Labrador Retriever puppy, a perfect companion for hunting or home. Wouldn't this be a great surprise for the kids or grandkids!
"Old School" Running Back Combo
Donated by Ron Morgan
You get an autographed Gayle Sayers Jersey and an autographed Jim Brown Photo. Sayers was a two-time All-American football player at the University of Kansas. During his Jayhawk career, he rushed for 2,675 yards and gained 3,917 all-purpose yards. In 1963, he set an NCAA Division I record with a 99-yard run against Nebraska. In his senior year, he led the Jayhawks to a 15-14 upset victory over Oklahoma with a 96-yard kickoff return. Sayers is considered by many to have been the greatest open field runner in college football history. Sayers is a member of both the Pro Football Hall of Fame and the College Football Hall of Fame. Jim Brown is best known for his exceptional and record-setting nine-year career as a running back for the NFL Cleveland Browns from 1957 to 1965. In 2002, he was named by The Sporting News as the greatest professional football player ever. He is considered to be one of the greatest professional athletes the U.S. has ever produced.
Battle of the Piney Woods Total Access Package
Donated by SHSU Football
Experience the Battle of the Piney Woods at Reliant Stadium up close and personal. This package for two includes Coaching Gear, Pre Game Meal with the team, Locker Room Access, Sideline Passes in the team area, and can include the bus ride.
$1,000 Advertising Blitz, courtesy of KSAM Radio
Donated by KSAM - Steve Everett
Fishing Trip for 4 to El Pescadora Lodge in Port O'Connor.
Donated by Mike and Kathy Murry -Fish with guide Dave Kveton.
This trip includes an overnight stay at the lodge and fishing the next day, food the night before, breakfast the next morning and lunch on the boat.
Your fish will be cleaned and bagged for your trip home
Earl Cambell Autographed Jersey
Donated by Ron Morgan
At the University of Texas, Earl Cambell won the Heisman Trophy in 1977 and led the nation in rushing with 1,744 yards. In 1977, he became the first recipient of the Davey O'Brien Memorial Trophy which was awarded to the most outstanding player in the now-defunct Southwest Conference. He was also a consensus All-America choice in 1977. Additionally, he was a First-team All-America selection by the AFCA in 1975. He was selected as the Southwest Conference running back of the year in each of his college seasons and finished with 4,444 career rushing yards. Campbell was the first draft pick overall in the 1978 NFL Draft by the Houston Oilers, and in that year he was named the Offensive Rookie of the Year by the Associated Press as well as the Most Valuable Player. On July 27, 1991, he was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
Heisman Football
Donated by Charles Jones
This football has autographs from 17 Heisman Trophy winners which includes Mark Ingram, the 75th Heisman Trophy winner.
Drew Brees Autographed Jersey
Donated by Ron Morgan
Brees has been selected to the Pro Bowl four times in his career - with the Chargers in 2004 and the Saints in 2006, 2008, and 2009. He was named the NFL's Comeback Player of the Year in 2004, the Offensive Player of the Year in 2008, and the MVP of Super Bowl XLIV. Brees played his high school ball at Westlake High School in Austin, Texas where he went 28 - 0 - 1 in his 2 years of starting Quarterback.
Labrador Retriever Painting - Grand Champion & Best in Show
Art - WCFA 2010 - painted by Forbes Bagget, current HHS football - Freshman football signee - SHSU - Fall 2010 Donated by Brian and Linda Smith
SHSU President's Dinner
Donated by Dr. James and Nancy Gaertner
Dinner for 6 with the SHSU President Dr. James Gaertner and his wife Nancy, and if his or her schedule allows, the new President of Sam Houston State University could also be in attendance.
Custom made bar/entertainment center
Grand Champion supervised project - WCFA 2010 hand crafted by Huntsville High School student Padyn Knapp Donated by Brian and Linda Smith
Colorado Condo Stay
Donated by Ron and Margie Randleman. Enjoy a relaxing stay in Crested Butte! (Time/Date to be determined by the Randleman's)
2 Houston Texan Tickets with Willie and Susan Fritz
Donated by Chuck Simmons
2-tickets on the 50 yd line, 8th row with Willie Fritz and his wife Susan to see the Houston Texans play. Date is to be determined. Includes pregame and postgame tailgating
LINK TO OTHER EXCITING ITEMS UP FOR BID
Doors will open and bidding on items in the silent auction will begin at 5:30 p.m. Dinner and the live auction will follow at 7:30 p.m.
"These a just of a few of the exciting items up for bid. There's lot's more," Fritz said. "And the great thing is that, besides winning exciting stuff with your high bid, fans also will be helping the Bearkat football program will the proceeds going to the Sam Houston football enrichment fund for football scholarships."
Tickets for the event are $50 per person, $75 per couple and $300 for a table of eight. Tickets may be ordered by contacting the Sam Houston State athletic department at (936) 294-4205.
The annual football auction and dinner precedes the Sam Houston State Orange-White game which will kickoff at 9:30 a.m. Saturday April 24 at Bowers Stadium.
