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(UPDATE: Rockets change stance) Rockets block ClutchFans from training camp

Discussion in 'Houston Rockets: Game Action & Roster Moves' started by Clutch, Oct 3, 2005.

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  1. gem787

    gem787 Member

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    wow what a relief to hear this clutch, i am so happy as i was planning on devoting time on this everyday, now i can read the board like i usually do.

    i am sure it was my phonecall to everybody and threathning not to buy the 7 pair of tickets that did it.........lol

    kudos to everyone here for sticking together
     
    #501 gem787, Oct 3, 2005
  2. SwiftRocket

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    Oh by the way I waited like 1 hr and 20 mins and I went on even though I knew of Clutch's update. It was definetly worth the wait though. They talked about it so long though!!!
     
    #502 SwiftRocket, Oct 3, 2005
  3. Samurai Jack

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    Great news !!!!

    Props to everyone !
     
    #503 Samurai Jack, Oct 3, 2005
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    You're from DC right?

    Great you got in and your approach was perfect. They are still talking about it (approx 10 mins) since you hung-up

    Both stated that they read the site at times and that they will be contacting the Rockets tomorrow to find out the reason why.
     
    #504 garthomps, Oct 3, 2005
  5. SwiftRocket

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    I just moved to DC like a couple of months ago and I decided to put med school on halt tonight, this was serious. Now I have to go back to biochemistry, but I had to voice my opinion b/c this site has brought me so much happiness.
     
    #505 SwiftRocket, Oct 3, 2005
  6. Rashmon

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    Just finished the thread...

    Halfway through it, I could see the writing on the wall and knew that the Rockets had no choice but to relent. Great news, Clutch. congrats.

    Now when you get in tomorrow, have WillyTheRocketGuy thrown out for all of us.
     
    #506 Rashmon, Oct 3, 2005
  7. AroundTheWorld

    AroundTheWorld Insufferable 98er
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    LOL. One of the funniest things I have read today :D.
     
    #507 AroundTheWorld, Oct 3, 2005
  8. codell

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    Clutch,

    I don't know if the thought crossed your mind, but I hope the Rockets don't put out the word to the staff and team to stone wall you despite them granting you access.
     
    #508 codell, Oct 3, 2005
  9. max14

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    Could someone put Droxford stuff on rapidshare or some place ??? Please ?!?!?!?! I keep on getting blocked on yousendit !!!!! I think I have a slow connection........
     
    #509 max14, Oct 3, 2005
  10. Valio!

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    Wow! This is great! Im excited it worked out for the best... see? the rox only need the calm, gentle, diplomatic approach equivalent to getting hit in the head by a 2x4. Good job fellas! way to swarm!

    I only got through the first two pages and was so enraged I skipped to the last one so I could suggest all members boycott the rox site (Im sure someone else already proposed this but I couldnt continue reading I was so angry)...

    Im just glad it all worked out!
     
    #510 Valio!, Oct 3, 2005
  11. Nick

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    This place has so much power... its scary.
     
    #511 Nick, Oct 3, 2005
  12. RocketsPimp

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    YES!

    [​IMG]
     
    #512 RocketsPimp, Oct 3, 2005
  13. El_Conquistador

    El_Conquistador King of the D&D, The Legend, #1 Ranking
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    COMO ESTAN, BEETCHES?

    [​IMG]
     
    #513 El_Conquistador, Oct 3, 2005
  14. Chance

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    The right thing happened. I hope you get some good info for your site.

    clm
     
    #514 Chance, Oct 3, 2005
  15. mogrod

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    Congrats, Clutch!

    You deserve it. Like some have already said, this is a big family and we will always go to bat for you and this site. Just too bad I was too chicken to call in myself. :D

    Props to hotballa and droxford and the probably hundreds of emailers that made a difference.
     
    #515 mogrod, Oct 3, 2005
  16. JumpMan

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    That's insane. Congratulations to Clutch and all the guys who helped him out with e-mails, phone calls, and posts. I no do anything, sorry. :( I'll contribute again tomorrow though to make up for it...

    CONGRATS!!
     
    #516 JumpMan, Oct 3, 2005
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    Let's not gloat too much about the "power of Clutchfans" (true as it is). I prefer to give major props to the Rockets for acknowledging their mistake, swallowing their pride and reversing their decision. I love this forum as much as anyone, but let's keep the focus where it belongs: On Our Rockets!
     
    #517 apostolic3, Oct 3, 2005
  18. KingCheetah

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    :)
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    SWEET VICTORY
     
    #518 KingCheetah, Oct 3, 2005
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    :D

    Good one TJ.
     
    #519 Cohen, Oct 3, 2005
  20. dandorotik

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    I agree. I think that it's only right that they get criticized for a dumb decision and commended for a smart one. I would encourage everyone to shoot off a quick email to the Rockets thanking them for putting their fans first and reconsidering their decision.
     
    #520 dandorotik, Oct 3, 2005
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