Away from the Court…

Posted by Mallory Meyer on April 13, 2009

There is no way I’m saying anything about Utah Jazz basketball today–at least not anything related to actual on the court behavior that is.  Surely if I did, many would call me rude, disrespectful, and a giver-upper on our team.  I can’t say that I would agree with any of those labels, but I’m erring on the side of caution today.  Plus, in all honesty I really don’t have anything to say about losing at home to a bunch (7 to be exact) of random NBA no-namers.

Luckily, then, there are other ways for me to show my Utah Jazz fandom.  Thank goodness for a few off the court happenings that somehow keep me excited about Utah Jazz basketball.

The Sky is Falling at Fleur de Lis.

I’m such a hypocrite.  I used to make fun of all the girls in the arena wearing I Heart (insert player’s name) shirts.  But somehow (to be honest, it was Masha’s KFAN radio commercial that enticed me) I found myself purchasing one for McCall’s birthday.  She looks great in it, and not to be a Fleur de Lis spokesperson, but they fit really cute–not too tight, not too baggy.  Go in and get yourself one.  They’re only 29 bocks!  Tell them Masha sent you.

And while you are there, please check and see if AK is there working inventory in the back.  Dad is convinced that AK’s tired and horrid play can be attributed to Masha overworking him at the fashion forward boutique.

I Heart Hots.

If only Masha had also manufactured a line of broadcasting shirts.  You for sure would spot me wearing an I heart Locke or I heart Craig B. shirt in the arena.  And an I heart Hots would definitely be a best-seller.  I’ve always liked Hot Rod and the icon he is for the Jazz, but it wasn’t until last week that I came to absolutely love him.

We were driving home from St. George, listening to the Hornets/Jazz game on XM radio.  Apparently, we were catching the local New Orleans play-by-play crew and let me just say that they made Brownie look like an award winning broadcaster.  They were awful–absolutely no excitement in their voice and all they seemed to track was the effectiveness of possessions.  Boooooring!!!!  Not to mention, I don’t think they knew anything about the Jazz.  They were willing to throw in the towel when the Jazz were ahead by 15 in the second quarter.  As an avid Jazz fan, I know that you never get comfortable with this team, no matter the size of the lead.

I have digressed.  Back to Hots.  Does anyone else feel bad that Hot Rod gets treated better on the road than at home?  On the road, he’s front and center.  At home he’s sitting at the top of the lower bowl.  What a nice way to thank Hot Rod for his many years of service.  Even more reason for Masha to get the I heart Hots shirts going.  I want Hot Rod to know that I sincerely appreciate him as the voice of the Jazz.

Tackle Basketball.

Some might think I’m entering the on-the-court domain with this, but I assure you I am not.  Matt Harpring was playing anything but hardwood floor basketball on Saturday night, so it rightfully belongs here.  I heard a rumor from Craig B. that Harp played football once or twice before or something like that, and I never fully believed it until now.  The Meyers were dying of laughter and couldn’t get enough of him.  We were practically chanting “Harpring, Harpring” in the fourth quarter when the game was getting so boring.  Matty was pure entertainment.

At one point, all we could see in the frame was a limping Warrior coming up the court.  No Jazz man was around, though we all knew the culprit.  Sure enough, the replay confirmed our suspicions. I don’t care if we lose as long as Matty is as funny as he was on Saturday night.  Harpring must be gearing up for when he plays me in tackle basketball. If I beat him, you best believe I’ll be sporting an I heart Matt shirt the next time you see me.

Now come on Jazz. Give me some on-the-court action so I have something more to talk about than the apparel being sold at Masha Kirilenko’s boutique. But seriously.  The shirts fit really nice. Go in and get yourself one.  Tell them Mallory sent you.

15 Comments

DeronWilliams4President on April 13, 2009 said:

What a fun post. I think right now everyone (including the Jazz, themselves) could use a little lightheartedness. The picture is great! If buying one of those shirts entail hanging out with Ronnie B you better believe I’ll be looking like a girl the next Jazz game!

Boondock Saint on April 13, 2009 said:

If I drop your name Mal do I get a discount!?

Jenn on April 13, 2009 said:

When I saw the picture I got excited thinking this post was from McCall…maybe next year. Anyway, I didn’t even know she sold the I heart shirts. All I have known about the store was the silly commercial and lovely song attached to it. Is the sky really falling?

Annie Whittaker on April 13, 2009 said:

Mal I have a great idea for a new enterprise thanks to you. Maybe we could split the profits. You take half of the bocks and I’ll take the other half after we sell I heart Hots t-shirts.

superman on April 14, 2009 said:

the girl in the picture is beautiful

DeronWIlliams4President on April 14, 2009 said:

agreed

Boondock Saint on April 14, 2009 said:

no arguments here

Mal on April 14, 2009 said:

Wow boys. Skip the I heart Hots shirts, Annie–we might be better off just creating an I heart McCall line!

And Jenn, the sky is really going to fall when I tell you that Masha is the artist of that super tight song. I actually found that out while buying the shirt. I also found out that AK is really shy and only goes into the shop to play Playstation on Sundays–at least that’s what the salesperson said. I think they are just saying that so AK doesn’t get in trouble by the Jazz for working such late hours.

Linda McFarland on April 14, 2009 said:

See, there really isn’t any way to stay completely away from the court!!

James Seaman on April 15, 2009 said:

Mal,

I live in New Orleans and I’m constantly being forced to listen to the Hornets’ announcers (by my roommate). You said it exactly right–they are TERRIBLE! I’ve always thought Steve Brown was a poor announcer, but he deserves some sort of award compared to the Hornets’ play callers. How I long for Hots on the radio and Boler & the Booner on TV!

JayD on April 16, 2009 said:

Ya know Mal , I was just thinking that I havent seen a post by you for awhile . I was about to call in reinforcements to look for ya . It was good to hear from ya again , even if we sometimes disagree .
Keep up the good work .
And lets keep on cheering for our Jazz .
Go Jazz !!!!!
Jay

Levi on April 17, 2009 said:

Mal, is McCall single? A beautiful girl who loves the Jazz is just what I need. lol I’ll buy an I heart McCall shirt if you make em.

Derrick Daye on April 17, 2009 said:

Levi, I’ll let Mal take your question but let me advise, you better bring your ‘A’ game when vying for McCall’s affection, I mean you’re competing against the likes of Ronnie Brewer. If you really want a shot make sure there is never, and I mean never a spelling error in your comments here.

Good Luck.

Derrick

Levi on April 17, 2009 said:

Dang! Ronnie presents some stiff competition. I better spell check everything before I leave any comment here.

McCall Meyer on April 19, 2009 said:

Levi…. you cute? I mean in that department Ronnie is real hard to beat

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