Wow, what a night! I'm still on a high after witnessing the outpouring of not just cash and soccer equipment but love for our neighbors from Haiti. To raise $11,500 in one night was amazing enough and the huge pile of jerseys, cleats, soccer balls was also heart warming but it was the folks with welcome banners, the cheers for both teams and just the warm and friendly atmosphere that bowled me over. We've lived here just over 5 years and have loved Austin since we moved here but Wednesday made me fall in love all over again. The community is my focus for the Aztex - obviously, I love to win and I want the club to succeed but the game against Haiti showed me once again what can be achieved through sport. So, thank you from the bottom of my heart for your generosity of spirit and for making a difference.
The team are in Minnesota for the second road trip of the season. We didn't win away from home until September last season so we have already put one unfavorable record to bed! We will be in Cuatros cheering the guys on so do come and join us.
Meanwhile, life in the office seems as hectic as ever. One real sign that our name is out there is the number of appearance requests we get - one of my challenges is fulfilling those requests while still keeping the coaches happy by not interrupting training! I have Yoanna doing a sterling job helping me - we are also getting requests for Sgt Pepper and , surprise surprise, our lovely Soccerettes!
Seems ages till the next home game but it's really only 2 weeks - just need Stoke City to let fewer than 7 goals in this week - ugghh! Couldn't bear to watch!
See you all on the 16th!
Kay
Friday, April 30, 2010
Tuesday, April 27, 2010
From Intern to Sales!
Hello to all!
I used to be known as “Kristin the Intern,” but now you will probably just know me as “That Blonde Girl in Sales.” I began an internship with the Austin Aztex in January to finish up my degree from Texas A&M University, starting out in Operations but recently making the move to Tickets. We certainly have a special thing here in Austin with the Aztex, and I’m just proud to have the chance to be a part of it. The Rawlins family has been incredibly gracious to me, and I suppose the guys and gals in the front office aren’t too bad either .
The army of interns includes myself, Joe Levy from the University of Texas, Jordenne Parker from the University of Texas, and Phil Legault (or Little Phil as he was once dubbed) from Texas State University. Phil Rawlins’ son John also deserves some credit; he’s been a huge help while he stays here on “holiday.” Each of us has our own set of responsibilities here in the office, and I appreciate that no one is afraid to give us a project to make our own. And you know, I haven’t had to staple nearly as many stacks of papers as I thought I would!
So what have I learned in this internship? Well let’s see. I learned not to wear my Manchester United scarf around the office. I learned that the office shares a deep love of Krispy Kreme donuts. I learned that Coach Heath’s accent doesn’t sound like any English I’ve ever heard. I learned that a few pranks around the office never hurt anyone. I have learned that Chick-Fil-A has the best lemonade I’ve ever tasted. I’ve learned that transferring a call to someone’s voicemail is trickier than you might think. I’ve learned that bad words just sound funny when said with an English accent. I learned that a genuine smile and a nice word make a difference. I’ve learned that a small polo shirt in Soccer World is really an extra extra small in the Real World. I’ve learned that a little patience can go a long way in the hot sun or the freezing rain. I’ve learned that an Aztex Game Day is not just 90 minutes. And I’ve learned that playing baseball with a mini soccer ball is a nice way to break up a stressful Friday.
All in all, I think I’ve learned what I needed to.
As a last note, I’d like to remind everyone to come out on Wednesday for the game against the Haitian National Team. I cannot even tell you how proud I am to be a part of an event that gives the donations directly into the hands of the people that need it most. I want House Park to be full of proud Texans that can show these young men that America hasn’t forgotten what they have been through. These young men have played both in Dallas and in San Antonio, and I want to blow them away with the generosity they find here in Austin!
See you Wednesday!
Cheers,
Kristin
I used to be known as “Kristin the Intern,” but now you will probably just know me as “That Blonde Girl in Sales.” I began an internship with the Austin Aztex in January to finish up my degree from Texas A&M University, starting out in Operations but recently making the move to Tickets. We certainly have a special thing here in Austin with the Aztex, and I’m just proud to have the chance to be a part of it. The Rawlins family has been incredibly gracious to me, and I suppose the guys and gals in the front office aren’t too bad either .
The army of interns includes myself, Joe Levy from the University of Texas, Jordenne Parker from the University of Texas, and Phil Legault (or Little Phil as he was once dubbed) from Texas State University. Phil Rawlins’ son John also deserves some credit; he’s been a huge help while he stays here on “holiday.” Each of us has our own set of responsibilities here in the office, and I appreciate that no one is afraid to give us a project to make our own. And you know, I haven’t had to staple nearly as many stacks of papers as I thought I would!
So what have I learned in this internship? Well let’s see. I learned not to wear my Manchester United scarf around the office. I learned that the office shares a deep love of Krispy Kreme donuts. I learned that Coach Heath’s accent doesn’t sound like any English I’ve ever heard. I learned that a few pranks around the office never hurt anyone. I have learned that Chick-Fil-A has the best lemonade I’ve ever tasted. I’ve learned that transferring a call to someone’s voicemail is trickier than you might think. I’ve learned that bad words just sound funny when said with an English accent. I learned that a genuine smile and a nice word make a difference. I’ve learned that a small polo shirt in Soccer World is really an extra extra small in the Real World. I’ve learned that a little patience can go a long way in the hot sun or the freezing rain. I’ve learned that an Aztex Game Day is not just 90 minutes. And I’ve learned that playing baseball with a mini soccer ball is a nice way to break up a stressful Friday.
All in all, I think I’ve learned what I needed to.
As a last note, I’d like to remind everyone to come out on Wednesday for the game against the Haitian National Team. I cannot even tell you how proud I am to be a part of an event that gives the donations directly into the hands of the people that need it most. I want House Park to be full of proud Texans that can show these young men that America hasn’t forgotten what they have been through. These young men have played both in Dallas and in San Antonio, and I want to blow them away with the generosity they find here in Austin!
See you Wednesday!
Cheers,
Kristin
Wednesday, April 21, 2010
Coach's Corner
Two weeks into the season and thankfully two wins out of two, so we have to be pleased with the start, but that’s all it is, a start. I have been involved with this great game too long to get carried away at this early stage. The players have worked extremely hard since we reported back, so they deserve a great deal of credit for the effort they have put in, and the results they have achieved.
We have changed the squad quite considerably from last season and after two games I am more convinced than ever we have made some shrewd signings that over the next few seasons will be a great asset to this football club. I’m sure those of you who attended the first game in our new home “House Park”, were as excited as the players, I honestly believe this move will help the club move forward both on and off the field. We entertain Rochester this Sunday, and having watched their first two games, I know if we fall below the standards we have set ourselves we will be in for a very difficult afternoon. Their performances have deserved more than one point, from two very difficult away games.
Finally I would like to draw everybody’s attention to a Charity game on Wednesday April 28th, 7.30 pm. The opponents will be the Haiti National team who are in Texas to prepare for their upcoming friendly with Argentina. All proceeds from the game will go to the Haiti relief fund. Having visited shortly before the disaster, they certainly need all the help they can get. The Haiti Football Association was decimated in the disaster and whatever we can do to help will be a start in the right direction. It will also be an opportunity for all the Aztex staff to meet up again with a couple of players who went to England with us at the end of last season. Ednerson and Vaniel who have both travelled with the Haiti party were an absolute joy to work with and a credit to Haiti football. Whatever words I use at this moment seem inadequate, but I know I speak for everybody connected with the Aztex, in wishing the people of Haiti our best for the future. I look forward to seeing you all at the House.
See you soon, take care
Adrian.
We have changed the squad quite considerably from last season and after two games I am more convinced than ever we have made some shrewd signings that over the next few seasons will be a great asset to this football club. I’m sure those of you who attended the first game in our new home “House Park”, were as excited as the players, I honestly believe this move will help the club move forward both on and off the field. We entertain Rochester this Sunday, and having watched their first two games, I know if we fall below the standards we have set ourselves we will be in for a very difficult afternoon. Their performances have deserved more than one point, from two very difficult away games.
Finally I would like to draw everybody’s attention to a Charity game on Wednesday April 28th, 7.30 pm. The opponents will be the Haiti National team who are in Texas to prepare for their upcoming friendly with Argentina. All proceeds from the game will go to the Haiti relief fund. Having visited shortly before the disaster, they certainly need all the help they can get. The Haiti Football Association was decimated in the disaster and whatever we can do to help will be a start in the right direction. It will also be an opportunity for all the Aztex staff to meet up again with a couple of players who went to England with us at the end of last season. Ednerson and Vaniel who have both travelled with the Haiti party were an absolute joy to work with and a credit to Haiti football. Whatever words I use at this moment seem inadequate, but I know I speak for everybody connected with the Aztex, in wishing the people of Haiti our best for the future. I look forward to seeing you all at the House.
See you soon, take care
Adrian.
Friday, April 9, 2010
Two more days to go!!!
This will be a very short post - lots to do before the home opener on Sunday. It's been a lot of fun doing the new ads - there are more to come in the 'ball in the face' series. Also, planning the whole game day experience has been something the whole office and many of the Alliance members have been involved in. For me, it feels very familiar - the trip to the pub first to discuss the game, the walk to the stadium and then back to the pub after to celebrate. Cuatros have been great - it will be cool for the players to be there mingling with the fans.
Another piece of equipment arrived at the office for the Kidz Zone, made by Haley, niece of one of our staff. I couldn't resist taking a photo!
So, see you all on Sunday - don't forget to wear red or red and white!
Kay
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