National Champions?!?

Just when we thought the Utah frenzy was over, it was kicked up a notch. The University threw together a mini parade and pep rally. We went thinking that it would be a small affair. It was on a Friday afternoon at 3:00, how many people would be able to show up at that time? Well, enough to fill state street up, on both sides, from North Temple to 500 South.It was a great time for the kids. Especially Carson and the girls. They were feeling neglected since Easton was able to go to the game and they were stuck home. At the parade they were giving out buttons, posters, and mardi gra beads.
There were so many people there was no way that the kids were going to be able to see. So I literally pushed my through to the front and sat on the street. In my defense we were at the front until some grandma boxed us out. So, that explains the angle of the pictures.
It was great to see these boys who have become overnight super stars to the people of Salt Lake. I thought the crowd was going to mob Luis Sakoda.
Here's the pep rally. After the parade everyone converged on the state capital building grounds. It was really crazy. The band was playing and they had huge speakers set up. The coaches talked and some important people like the U's president I think. I couldn't see a thing. I of course had the eye view of an 8 year old. Needless to say the kids and I got bored (and cold) quickly. Carson was about to have a panick attack. All the poor little guy could see was legs and never does well with really loud noises. We retreated to the back of the pack. Believe it or not there was a Dominoes chick selling mini pizzas. I just had to add that because I found it so funny.
The following day at half time of the basketball game, they presented the trophy to the team. We tried to stand in line before the game to get autographs, unfortunately for us, so did the rest of the state. We didn't get in the building, before they turned us away.
So, during the game we sent Avery and Easton to go bug the players as they watched the game to get their football signed. They players were like celeberaties. Coach Wittingham had a 4 man police escort. It was good times for everyon.

Go UTES!