Beno at Ingram Park Mall

[Kori Ellis]

BENO UDRIH AT INGRAM PARK MALL TO ANSWER FANS QUESTIONS

WHAT: On Friday night, Spurs fans are encouraged to come out and get all their questions answered by Spurs guard Beno Udrih. Udrih will head out to Ingram Park Mall to do a question and answer session with fans beginning at 6:30 p.m. Fans will have an opportunity to write questions in advance of the event to be asked of Udrih.

Fans will also have the opportunity to meet the Spurs Silver Dancers and enjoy the antics of the Coyote. Charlie Parker from the Charlie and Chance Show on Ticket 760 will be on hand to emcee the event.

While fans are interacting with Udrih, they also will have the opportunity to purchase an official Simon Spurs giftcard for all their shopping needs.

WHO: Beno Udrih, San Antonio Spurs
Spurs Silver Dancers
Spurs Coyote

WHEN: Friday, March 3
6:30 - 7:30 p.m.

WHERE: Ingram Park Mall (Dillard's Fashion Wing - next to Dillard's fashion store and Foley's)
6301 NW Loop 410, 78238

[angel_luv]

Oh so there!

[spurs=bling]

:pctoss :pctoss :pctoss

why why why :depressed :depressed

[Leetonidas]

Can we get anything signed?

[Kori Ellis]

I don't think there's an autograph signing.

[angel_luv]

There wasn't an autograph signing for the session Bruce had at Rolling Oaks.

Also, if you want a good spot, get there early. :)

[Leetonidas]

I don't think there's an autograph signing.

Crap. I'm not really sure what I would ask Beno..."Do you wash your hair with mud or are you just dirty?"

[angel_luv]

I like listening to him talk, you know? ;)

:lol

Yeah! My week is going to get better. :)

[spurs=bling]

Yeah! My week is going to get better. :)
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[Leetonidas]

Geez, maybe I shouldn't have made that comment...blingy's going to be pissed. :lol

[phyzik]

I'll probably show.... still trying to think of what to ask.

maybe I'll ask about any new pranks that have gone on behind the scenes between teammates....

Or if any of the Spurs would be up for a freethrow shooting session with me where I show them the beer-in-one-hand technique :drunk


On a serious note...... can anyone tell my why no one uses the backboard during freethrows, is there a regulation or is it just wide preferance? I find it easier to use the BB.... then again Im good with bank shots in billiards.

[efrem1]

Ah, memories of Ingram Park Mall. I was there when they first opened the place in 78'. I wish I were there Friday, but I am stuck here in Suckramento.

[SequSpur]

why go if they ain't signing shit?

[samikeyp]

Will he be getting a new man purse? :p

[angel_luv]

Will he be getting a new man purse? :p


I heard he wants to know where you got yours. :angel

[spurs=bling]

I heard he wants to know where you got yours. :angel


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good one Angel

[angel_luv]

It's today! It's today! :) :elephant

[angel_luv]

Bump! :spin
Anyone else going?

I will be wearing blue sweat pants and my Slovenia shirt ( it is white with the Slovenian flag). Say hi if you see me. :)

[Old School Chic]

Bump! :spin
Anyone else going?

I will be wearing blue sweat pants and my Slovenia shirt ( it is white with the Slovenian flag). Say hi if you see me. :)

I'm sending the Spurs media to interview you :spin

[angel_luv]

Are you coming?

[ObiwanGinobili]

Fans will have an opportunity to write questions in advance of the event to be asked of Udrih.

so i guess questions about his purse won't make it thru??

[spurs_fan_in_exile]

so i guess questions about his purse won't make it thru??

Or questions about breaking a full court press.

[angel_luv]

Be nice, you guys.

Hmm... maybe I should ask Beno if he wants to get married. :eyebrows :lol

[spurs_fan_in_exile]

Be nice, you guys.

Hmm... maybe I should ask Beno if he wants to get married. :eyebrows :lol

Seems like a new take on the old "dating him to get to his roommate" routine.
"Marry him to get to his back-up center"?

CIA Angel.

[Old School Chic]

Be nice, you guys.

Hmm... maybe I should ask Beno if he wants to get married. :eyebrows :lol

What about Spurs=Bling? she would be so sad if you married her guy :depressed

[angel_luv]

Blingy is too young for him. I see no reason that a perfectly good Slovenian should go to waste. :)

[MoSpur]

Bump! :spin
Anyone else going?

I will be wearing blue sweat pants and my Slovenia shirt ( it is white with the Slovenian flag). Say hi if you see me. :)

Sweat pants? Don't you think you should change out of your PJ's before you go? J/K

[angel_luv]

Sweat pants? Don't you think you should change out of your PJ's before you go? J/K


Dude! I am going with the only look I could get to work for me today. :lol

[samikeyp]

Oh I see how it is...I make one "man purse" joke (first one ever) and get slammed but someone drops full court press smack and all they get is a "Be Nice"

Ouch! :depressed

:p

[angel_luv]

You're comment was at least good enough to work a comeback out of.
You are the master. :lol

[samikeyp]

:lol

I do what I can...besides when it comes down to it...I am part of the SloBro (Slovenian Brotherhood) Got the jersey to prove it! :tu

[angel_luv]

:lol

I do what I can...besides when it comes down to it...I am part of the SloBro (Slovenian Brotherhood) Got the jersey to prove it! :tu

I am glad I have my Slovenia shirt. I love my Rasho jersey but would have felt bad wearing it to Beno's event.

[Kori Ellis]

I think you should just wink at him ;)

[MoSpur]

Dude! I am going with the only look I could get to work for me today. :lol

I got you. Whatever melts your butter. :lmao

[angel_luv]

I think you should just wink at him ;)

I plan too. ;)

[MoSpur]

I plan too. ;)

I hope you have a good time Angel and that it is very memorable.

[angel_luv]

Thank you. I will bring back a full report with pictures. :)

[SequSpur]

tell him you are on Grey's Anatomy or something... it worked for Tony.

[Old School Chic]

Blingy is too young for him. I see no reason that a perfectly good Slovenian should go to waste. :)


Good thinking! :elephant

[angel_luv]

tell him you are on Grey's Anatomy or something... it worked for Tony.


I could honestly tell him that I am in the movie Fast Food Nation... so what if it is ever so briefly. :angel

[hussker]

I could honestly tell him that I am in the movie Fast Food Nation... so what if it is ever so briefly. :angel


GO GET EM ANGEL! (Hey, your wings look like Lungs on your sig...)

[spurs=bling]

Blingy is too young for him. I see no reason that a perfectly good Slovenian should go to waste. :)


uh ...8-25-08 is not that far away.

[angel_luv]

Well it wasn't what I was hoping for.

[angel_luv]

It was way, way better! Tonight was fantastic. I don't even know where to begin.

Beno looked so nice. He has the best smile and what a sweet heart.
All through the night Beno said how happy he is to be in San Antonio and how much he likes the fans here.
If Beno isn't tied with Gino as the most amiable Spur, than he is definitely in second place.

I got to be right up front even though I had to rush over after work- all the way from Rolling Oaks to Ingram. There wasn't a very large crowd, but everyone who came was all into it.
I didn't see any video cameras anywhere, and so I don't know if any of the footage will make the news.
It is worth watching if it does. :)


The best thing about tonight's session was the length of it. After about the first ten minutes, I was able to adjust to the fact that I was seeing Beno and eventually it got to the point where the hanging out felt natural. It was really neat.

Charlie Parker did a great job with his interview. I can't remember the last time I heard so many interesting facts about a Spur at one time that I couldn't remember them all.

Beno told us about his family, his basketball history, a little about school, what kind of music he likes etc.

Here are some of the highlights:

Entertainment:

-Beno listed Jessica Alba as one of the most beautiful actresses. ( And you guys thought you and him had nothing in common.)

-He also said he loved the first season of the series Lost and recommended it to all of us who had not seen it. He said he watched the entire season in four days because he was so into it.

-Charlie asked Beno if he was going to be stuck with a team mate on a desert island for 30 days straight, who would he want it to be?
Beno narrowed it down to either Brent or Manu because their humor would make the time go by quickly.


-When asked what kind of car he drives Beno mentioned one I have never heard of as well as an Escolade, I believe.
Charlie said to Beno that he guessed he wouldn't be disclosing the liscence plate numbers. Beno laughed and said, " Sorry I don't remember them."

- I thought this was the best fact. It was news to me. Beno said had he had the option he would have chosen to wear the number nine. Wearing nine is a tradition in Beno's family. His dad wore it and his brother wears it still.

After Charlie finished his portion of the interview, he turned over the mike to us fans so we could ask Beno questions.

The eleven year old kid beside me was too shy to ask Beno "Who is your favorite team mate?" and wanted me to ask it for him.
I did but not before I asked Beno if he liked my shirt (my Slovenia one). Beno grinned and said, " I love it." :)

In answer to the kid's question, Beno said that he likes all his team mates,but of course has spent a lot of time with Rasho
Later about Rasho, Beno said " He has a good heart and he is a great friend. I can't say anything bad about Rasho." Beno knows what I know. :)

The awesome thing about Beno is that, when he listens to and answers you, he looks you right in the eyes and always maintains eye contact. It feels like you and he are the only two in the room.
I noticed also that Beno never once said, " You know."


When I got the mike the second time ( how lucky was I! :elephant ), I asked Beno how it felt to receive his championship ring.
His answer was to indepth to quote completely but he basically said it was a hard question to answer ( because of all you feel) but that winning the ring was a dream come true.

The Coyote showed up about midway through and proceeded to make his usual scene. Beno seemed to enjoy the coyotes antics as much as the rest us. I had fun watching Beno have such a good time.

For the girls: Ladies, watch Beno. He is way too smooth. :) A grandma asked Beno ( for all of us girls) if he was single and what kind of girl impressed him.

Beno said that he was single and then ( speaking slowly, obviously choosing his words carefully) stated the qualities that attract him " funny... smart... hard working... Most of all I want a girl who is herself because I am not here to play games.

Charlie Parker let that comment slide at the time but redirected at the end of the show by asking Beno if he preferred blondes or brunettes.
Beno: "Blondes, brunettes it doesn't not matter- it is all about personality."

This was funny. The first thought it my head after Beno answered was, " Oh Come on Beno"
What I didn't realize until after the fact was I was speaking aloud. I know because Beno looked at me, smiling, and said, " No really."
:lol Caught me


Anyway, all that to say, I had a blast. Next time you should all come. :angel

[spurs=bling]

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This was funny. The first thought it my head after Beno answered was, " Oh Come on Beno"
What I didn't realize until after the fact was I was speaking aloud. I know because Beno looked at me, smiling, and said, " No really."
Caught me

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[carina_gino20]

wow...it's nice that you had a great time, Angel...:spin

when will i ever get to see the Spurs (or just Manu..hehe)? :depressed

I know some are going to Japan but I probbly still cant go because of money and the schedule

[angel_luv]

Carina- maybe you and I can talk Gino into letting us come to Japan as mg.com correspondants. :)

[angel_luv]

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I took lots of pics- even though Beno never changed spots. I'm sure at least one of them turned out awesome. I'll post it for you after I get the film back tomorrow. :)

[Old School Chic]

You go girl! :spin

[spurs=bling]

I took lots of pics- even though Beno never changed spots. I'm sure at least one of them turned out awesome. I'll post it for you after I get the film back tomorrow. :)


thank you :elephant :elephant :elephant :elephant

[angel_luv]

The lighting as you can tell was awful. These were the best shots.

It is obvious Charlie is more accustomed to working on radio than film. Who wears black when there is a black background? :lol


Looks nice doesn't he?:)

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If you look closely you can see Beno in the background. That is how close I was. :)
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A little something ( on the sides) I brough back for the guys here. :eyebrows.
You're welcome. :lol
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The coyote messed up this picture. He wouldn't stand still.

As if that wasn't enough, the Coyote and his driver nearly ran me over in the parking lot when I was going to my car.

:rolleyes :lol
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[spurs=bling]

thank you

[Despot]

What about Spurs=Bling? she would be so sad if you married her guy :depressed

:oops Spurs=Bling is a woman??? No offense, just had no idea.

[Despot]

Another question, why does the tablecloth in the pics say Rolling Oaks Mall if this was at Ingram??

[spurs=bling]

:oops Spurs=Bling is a woman??? No offense, just had no idea.

yes i'm a 15 y/o :princess

[Despot]

yes i'm a 15 y/o :princess

I guess the pics of Beno should have raised my suspicion.

[kris]

AL - Shoogar Bear is holding a webcam conference. I think you may be able to get another indepth q and a session. ;)

[angel_luv]

Another question, why does the tablecloth in the pics say Rolling Oaks Mall if this was at Ingram??



:wow Good eye!

Rolling Oaks and Ingram are sister malls- which accounts for their very similar table cloths.

Even still, I'm pretty surprised that the mix up happened. Both malls staffs are usually very detail oriented, especially when it comes to mall promotions like that one.

:oops

[Despot]

:wow Good eye!

Awwww geee.....thanx..your making me blush :oops

[angel_luv]

:lol I just remembered this. It isn't as random thought as it seems but I will spare you the explanation.

Last night someone asked Beno how tall he is to which he replied, " 6'3 ... and 1/2" and laughed.


Very cute.

[Slo spurs fan]

I am glad to see you had great time Angel.

[timvp]

Beno said that he was single and then ( speaking slowly, obviously choosing his words carefully) stated the qualities that attract him " funny... smart... hard working... Most of all I want a girl who is herself because I am not here to play games.

:lol

Pop has the same theory about Beno.

[Slo spurs fan]

^^hata

[RashoFan]

Damn...too bad I missed out going there with you Angel....If I get a chance to come up to the resturant tonight, I will. BTW, everyone...I am now working EMS at AT&T center and will be down stairs near the opposing team side where they go in and out of the tunnel....I am hoping to at least get to see the Spurs players walk by when the go say hi to the other team....

[Slomo]

Damn...too bad I missed out going there with you Angel....If I get a chance to come up to the resturant tonight, I will. BTW, everyone...I am now working EMS at AT&T center and will be down stairs near the opposing team side where they go in and out of the tunnel....I am hoping to at least get to see the Spurs players walk by when the go say hi to the other team....:tu

And accidentaly administer powerful halucinogens to opposing team players...
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[Old School Chic]

I'm so happy for you, Angel :spin

Thanks for posting your pics and your swell experience @ Ingram Mall

[RashoFan]

:tu

And accidentaly administer powerful halucinogens to opposing team players...
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Got to do what I got to do...I'd rather give oysters to Rasho and Beno instead....He He He...:eyebrows

[Slomo]

Got to do what I got to do...I'd rather give oysters to Rasho and Beno instead....He He He...:eyebrowshehe

Truffles, asparagus and caviar are also nice... :eyebrows

[angel_luv]

I am glad to see you had great time Angel.


hvala :)


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Beno said that he was single and then ( speaking slowly, obviously choosing his words carefully) stated the qualities that attract him " funny... smart... hard working... Most of all I want a girl who is herself because I am not here to play games.






Pop has the same theory about Beno.
Whatever L.J. :rolleyes :lol :angel

[alamo50]

Great stuff like always Angel!

:tu

[carina_gino20]

Carina- maybe you and I can talk Gino into letting us come to Japan as mg.com correspondants. :)

now THAT woud be awesome...:lol

[GM1]

Great to see Beno is doing so well in San Antonio. Go Spurs, go Slovenia...Beno's Slovenian fan(s) and friend(s).

[GM1]

Prosim! :spin P.S. Would L.J. stand for Ljubljana, capitol of Slovenia? :elephant


hvala :)


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Whatever L.J. :rolleyes :lol :angel

[angel_luv]

Prosim! :spin P.S. Would L.J. stand for Ljubljana, capitol of Slovenia? :elephant


He wishes ;)

:lol

[GM1]

Hey Slo Spurs Fan, how do you become èlan bratovšèine Rasha in Bena? Hvala že v naprej...

[MoSpur]

I'm happy for Angel. Glad you had a good time.

[angel_luv]

Thanks.


Hey Slo Spurs Fan, how do you become èlan bratovšèine Rasha in Bena? Hvala že v naprej...

Copy the text and add it to your sig. One more for our side. :elephant Welcome on board. :)

[abelle23]

you lucky girl!!!!
thanks for the pics!!!!
he seemed really nice based on your story and the other interviews i have read about him...

[angel_luv]

you lucky girl!!!!
thanks for the pics!!!!
he seemed really nice based on your story and the other interviews i have read about him...


He's so nice. Of course, I have yet to meet a Slovenian I did not like. Good things come from that country- so long as their non alcoholic. ;)

[TDMVPDPOY]

This is where i think BENO has been gettin his quickfix at loomin in shoppin malls for girls :D:D dude is even more hardcore then karl malone who hunts mexican girls :(

[Slo spurs fan]

Hey Slo Spurs Fan, how do you become èlan bratovšèine Rasha in Bena? Hvala že v naprej...
Just copy and paste it in your sig, you silly man.

[GM1]

Here we go...just for your information, list of team Beno played is quite long from Savinjski Hopsi, Olimpija Ljubljana, Maccabi Tel Aviv, team in Russia and Italy...and SAS.

[GM1]

This is where i think BENO has been gettin his quickfix at loomin in shoppin malls for girls :D:D dude is even more hardcore then karl malone who hunts mexican girls :(
Who is this guy?