duncan228
11-30-2008, 10:50 PM
Oliver's Twist: Bowen for mayor? It's a logical choice (http://www.mysanantonio.com/sports/spurs/Olivers_Twist_Bowen_for_mayor_Its_a_logical_choice .html)
Richard Oliver - Express-News
Ex-councilman Julian Castro is in. So is current councilwoman Diane Cibrian, though an official announcement is pending. Local marketing headliner Trish DeBerry is a possible contender.
When it comes to the 2009 mayoral race, there are heavyweights aplenty to lead the city over the following two years. But when it really comes down to it, they're all just warming the chair for what's coming in 2011.
Then, there will really be only one name to consider.
Bruce Bowen.
It makes perfect sense, of course, and anyone watching the Spurs over the past seven seasons knows the reasons why.
Bowen, 37, routinely takes on the toughest challenges without complaint. Strong on defense, an enforcer when need be, the California native has been the fortifying bulwark for three championship teams.
He's helped lift the hopes of San Antonio. Now he can help run the city, as well.
Bowen knows how to play the game, on and off the court.
When not grappling with Kobe Bryant on the hardwood, he's hugging old ladies off it. When not taking elbows in the kisser, he's kissing babies.
He's not afraid to get nasty if needed. Just ask Steve Nash.
When not giving a foe the business in crunch time, perhaps with a knee to the nether regions, Bowen is doing business away from the spotlight. He and and his wife of four years, Yardley, own a local salon and other interests.
When not being uncharitable during games, ticking off and shutting down Vince Carter, Ray Allen or Grant Hill with in-your-jersey attention, Bowen is a charitable machine. The father of two boys runs the Bruce Bowen Foundation, speaks out against child obesity and is active with Elf Louise and the San Antonio Alzheimer's Association.
He's got a degree in communications from Cal State Fullerton and has racked up public relations classes at UTSA. The man can speak.
And before home games last week, Bowen did something else to separate himself from other players: During the national anthem, he placed his hand over his heart.
That's Bruce Bowen: strong on defense. A great communicator. A winner.
Above all, a great American.
And in 2011, mayor of San Antonio. It makes perfect sense.
Richard Oliver - Express-News
Ex-councilman Julian Castro is in. So is current councilwoman Diane Cibrian, though an official announcement is pending. Local marketing headliner Trish DeBerry is a possible contender.
When it comes to the 2009 mayoral race, there are heavyweights aplenty to lead the city over the following two years. But when it really comes down to it, they're all just warming the chair for what's coming in 2011.
Then, there will really be only one name to consider.
Bruce Bowen.
It makes perfect sense, of course, and anyone watching the Spurs over the past seven seasons knows the reasons why.
Bowen, 37, routinely takes on the toughest challenges without complaint. Strong on defense, an enforcer when need be, the California native has been the fortifying bulwark for three championship teams.
He's helped lift the hopes of San Antonio. Now he can help run the city, as well.
Bowen knows how to play the game, on and off the court.
When not grappling with Kobe Bryant on the hardwood, he's hugging old ladies off it. When not taking elbows in the kisser, he's kissing babies.
He's not afraid to get nasty if needed. Just ask Steve Nash.
When not giving a foe the business in crunch time, perhaps with a knee to the nether regions, Bowen is doing business away from the spotlight. He and and his wife of four years, Yardley, own a local salon and other interests.
When not being uncharitable during games, ticking off and shutting down Vince Carter, Ray Allen or Grant Hill with in-your-jersey attention, Bowen is a charitable machine. The father of two boys runs the Bruce Bowen Foundation, speaks out against child obesity and is active with Elf Louise and the San Antonio Alzheimer's Association.
He's got a degree in communications from Cal State Fullerton and has racked up public relations classes at UTSA. The man can speak.
And before home games last week, Bowen did something else to separate himself from other players: During the national anthem, he placed his hand over his heart.
That's Bruce Bowen: strong on defense. A great communicator. A winner.
Above all, a great American.
And in 2011, mayor of San Antonio. It makes perfect sense.