The Big One

The Big One

I have a habit of remembering unimportant dates, but I’m pretty sure if I say “October 17, 1989 at 5:04 pm,” most Bay Area residents would know exactly what I am talking about. Because 30 years ago today is a date that everyone in the Bay Area...

“Losing is Good” says the Washington Post

Losing ain’t so bad. This is from an article I read last year, and I’m thinking about it now as I prepare to coach my children’s baseball teams this spring. From the Washington Post: So is losing all the time really good for children? And their...
The Stadium Souvenir Cup Part 2

The Stadium Souvenir Cup Part 2

Yesterday I wrote a little about my frustration with Levi’s. I wish there was more focus on the simple aspects of the fan experience: First, can I get to the game easily, meaning is it affordable and are their good public transit options? Second, can I watch the...
The Stadium Souvenir Cup

The Stadium Souvenir Cup

I took my daughter to Levi’s Stadium yesterday to watch the 49ers for her Christmas gift. She had been impressed by Levi’s on TV and she thought it would be fun to see a game in person. So I took her to watch the 2-13 49ers, whose head coach and GM had...