"Biggest Razorback Fan"

Saturday Daybreak on KATV/Channel 7 announced a few weeks ago that they were having the “Biggest Razorback Fan” contest – winner would receive a Fajita Bar for 15 friends from Moe’s Southwest Grill. I put a power point presentation together with all my pictures of me with Razorback celebrities– GUESS WHAT – I WON!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Channel 7 called yesterday to let me know I won the contest. I am SO excited. It was supposed to be for the Texas game, but the game has been rescheduled due to Hurricane Ike, so now I will need to decide when I want to have it.

Jeff Long/Athletic Director at University of Arkansas

Jeff Long, Athletic Director at the University of Arkansas, had an appointment with my executive, Fletcher Lord, on Friday/September 6th. Of course, he had to go through my office to see Mr. Lord. He was a bit impressed with all the “Razorback” stuff in my office. He was surprised that we had already met the new football head coach, Bobby Petrino. It was exciting to have Mr. Long in my office; it was also exciting that I was able to get my picture with him. I am SO blessed!

Caleb & Keith Jackson #88

Caleb was introduced and honored at the Little Rock Touchdown Club on Monday, September 2nd. David Bazzel introduced Caleb and told about his recent accomplishments. There were approximately 300 people attending the luncheon to hear guest speaker, Keith Jackson. Keith Jackson played his college career at Oklahoma and played in the NFL for several years, earning one super bowl ring with the Green Bay Packers.

Ground Zero Athletics on the Platform

We "finally" got this picture from the professional photographer at the Junior Olympics. I wish I knew how Caleb and the other boys must have felt standing on that platform and receiving those “GOLD” medals. I’m sure it is a feeling they will never forget.

Caleb on "The Zone" on 103.7 The Buzz

Wednesday, August 6th, Caleb did an interview on "The Zone" on 103.7 The Buzz. Justin, Joe & Pat interviewed Caleb & Jay Jay about the AAU Junior Olympics National Track & Field meet in Detroit, MI. Caleb did well and we were able to get a "clip" from the radio show. They asked him a lot about being fast and passionate about sports. They asked him which sport he wants to do in college - he said "Football". We had a blast! I was in Hog Heaven - on 103.7 The Buzz - right there where it all happens!!!!!

Coach Bobby Petrino/Arkansas Razorbacks

Carla, Caleb & I were priviliged to meet the new Coach at the University of Arkansas on June 12, 2008 at the Saline County Razorback Club Annual Banquet. Coach Petrino spent a few minutes with Caleb and encouraged him to keep working hard. I told Coach that Caleb really wants to be a Razorback - I asked him, "How do you build a relationship with you and your new staff? His reply was "Bring him to Fayetteville as much as possible" (whatever that means)! So today, I sent him a packet of information about Caleb attending Peyton Manning's Passing Academy and information about Caleb winning the "GOLD" metal. I don't expect to hear from him, but I thought he needed to see Caleb's accomplishments.

Caleb & The "Gold" Medal

Caleb returned home Sunday/August 3rd @ 10:00 am. Carla brought him by my church so everyone could congratulate him. The Pastor had him stand and they asked me to explain to the church about the Gold Medal. It was my pleasure. They left my church and went to Caleb's church. Sunday afternoon on our way to the Arkansas Twister game, we stopped by the Clinton Library and took this picture. He got LOTS of attention at the Twister game. The Twisters that know Caleb personally, were so proud of him. Sunday was an AWESOME day - a day to remember!

Caleb Thomas - AAU Junior Olympics

Caleb and his team (Ground Zero Athletics out of Dallas, TX) WON the AAU Junior Olympics National Track & Field Meet running the 100-Meter Relay Race in Detroit, MI on Saturday/August 2, 2008. They were awarded a Junior Olympic Gold Medal after the race. I am SO proud of Caleb and the other 3 boys.

Phyllis - Dan - Hazel

Great Memories! Great Family! We sure do miss Mom and Dad. Of course, I am STILL the baby!

Hazel & Darren McFadden

Darren McFadden at the 2007 Little Rock Touchdown Banquet. Go Raiders!

Caleb at Peyton Manning's Football Camp

• Caleb attended the 2008 Manning Passing Academy in Thibodaux, LA in July. He had a great time. He was privileged to meet Peyton Manning, Eli Manning, Cooper Manning and listened to Archie Manning at the final session. Caleb is not training to be a Quarterback; he is training to be a Wide Receiver. A large percentage of the camp focused on the Wide Receiver position. Caleb worked hard on his speed, his ability to catch the football and on running the pass pattern routes.
  
  He and Carla had a great time in Thibodaux. Carla took lots of pictures and filmed Caleb on most of the sessions. When they finished the camp, they went on a “Swamp” tour.
  
  Caleb’s remark about his experience at the Manning Football Camp……
  
  -- I became more confident catching any type of pass at the Manning Football Camp,
  --I learned the steps for becoming a Wide Receiver….
  o See it
  o Catch it
  o Tuck it
  o Tight Turn
  --It was an amazing experience. Something I can remember for a lifetime.
  
  YOUR ABILITY WILL TAKE YOU TO THE TOP

YOUR CHARACTER WILL KEEP YOU THERE.

Hazel's Blog 2008