SpursTalk State of the Union Address

[Kori Ellis]

People are obviously under no obligation to give any money at all.

But since so many people kept offering, we decided that we'd go for it for now considering the buyout offer and everything.

[Horry For 3!]

I can pay 10.00 Dollars every 6 months. I know it's not much but if at least 100 of you all would do the same? it might help out.

Just donate by paypal, it is easy to do.

[mouse]

why can't you have a huge poker tournament twice a year with a 50.00 dollar buy in and give out a Trophy or make the winner a moderator for a month, or until the next person beats them at the next ST Poker Challange?

[timvp]

why can't you have a huge poker tournament twice a year with a 50.00 dollar buy in and give out a Trophy or make the winner a moderator for a month, or until the next person beats them at the next ST Poker Challange?

Check the club.

[Peter]

We started with just very few posters. For the first 3 months, I posted over 100 times a day just to keep the conversation going. For the first year, we were constantly getting bothered by people who wanted us to shut down. But now, three years later, it's turned out pretty good so far. I guess what I'm trying to say is that it's worth something more than money to me and I can't imagine not owning it.

The overthrow of the Dusty nation dictatorship is complete.

[mouse]

People are obviously under no obligation to give any money at all.

But since so many people kept offering, we decided that we'd go for it for now considering the buyout offer and everything.

Kori you have to keep in mind many folks like to give not just for you , but so they can feel good also. The same way you don't like to beg and get anything for free? neither do many of the posters.

That's why I stop going to the GTGs, I felt like a moocher. I hate that word. I might ask you for money and not pay you back, but I am no moocher.

[Kori Ellis]

Kori you have to keep in mind many folks like to give not just for you , but so they can feel good also. The same way you don't like to beg and get anything for free? niether do many of the posters.

That's why I stop going to the GTGs, I felt like a moocher. I hate that word. I might ask you for money and not pay you back, but I am no moocher.

Well I'm letting them contribute.

And you better start coming to GTG's again. I'll let you buy LJ a beer if it makes you feel better

[mouse]

And you better start coming to GTG's again. I'll let you buy LJ a beer if it makes you feel better

I will buy LJ all the beer he can drink
















if you can spot me a $20

I thought LJ did not drink?

You know Kori will all the free tickets and Spur Jerseys you give away you could have mini auctions, and the last 3 GTGs I went to you must of spent 200.00 dollars on Hot wings alone.

I say have a huge GTG at your house twice a year , let us bring the drinks and food, and charge 5 bucks at the door.


It would be nice if you could hook up with the breast cancer organization and be part of thier once a year walk they do. I would contact Tanji Patton and she will let you be on her show. For some reason you and LJ don't like the spot light.

[KEDA]

who is this MOUSE you all speak of?


seriously though, you need to get your ass to the next GTG!

[mavsfan1000]

I have the most respect for this site over any other on the web. I only wish there was a mavs site like this. Great decision on not selling this site.

[mouse]

I bet if you and LJ would pose semi nude in a SpursTalk Calender? you could sell them for 20.00 bucks each!

[tempest186]

Thanks for making this place a fantastic site. It is a very cool community and I appreciate all of the information even though I don't post much.

[nkdlunch]

As of tonight, we decided to turn down the offer.

you are very, very smart. and cool! thanks

[Mark in Austin]

Wow. I just got back into town and saw this... it must feel good to have nurtured this baby into such a success. Then again, with the talent and knowledge that came here in the exodus, success really shouldn't be that surprising to any of us.

My sincere thanks for being such amazing hosts and putting so much of your time and energy into this place.

Good Times© indeed...

[ducks]

I Appreciate This Site
I Would Not Blame You For Selling Out
It Takes Work But You Will Get A Bigger Offer In A Few Years If You Keep Working On The Site And Getting It In The Search Engines

[tw05baller]

awesome, you guys

[Guru of Nothing]

A few random thoughts.

My check will be in the mail this week.

Great decision to not sell. I would not have blamed y'all a bit for taking the money, BUT, I know you two can make this place even bigger and better.

That non-compete agreement had to be a real deal killer.

Like everyone else, I have no problems with ads, but as Spurm pointed out, accepting ad money may present a slippery slope. If you can create a short list (say two or three vendors) with a product (or product line) that has broad appeal (or high profit margins), and get some loyalty flowing between the buyer (readers) and seller, you might be onto something. Say for example, a local car dealer. I'm no marketing guru, but I know that if car dealer X advertises on WOAI, it will not even register in my mind, but if car dealer X advertises on SpursTalk, they would be front and center in my mind (if I lived in SA). Restaurants, travel agencies, and car repair shops also come to mind as possible sources of advertising revenue.

Thank you for all you two do to keep this site going.

[Buddy Holly]

LJ and Kori are the coolest MF'ers ever.

[newbiefan]

i am one of the "lurkers", and can't tell you how much i enjoy this site. i'll be checking out the the site on how to contribute what i can. challenging all the other "lurkers"

[Guru of Nothing]

How about a tax on guys who meet girls here and get laid?

[Duncanoypi]

two words for LJ and Kori....

"spurs material!!!"

thanks to both of you...

-from the filipino spurs community

[ShoogarBear]

I'm no marketing guru

That goes without saying.

[Guru of Nothing]

That goes without saying.

Batting practice forum.

[Guru of Nothing]

How about a SpursTalk IPO?

I smell potential.

[polandprzem]

I bet if you and LJ would pose semi nude in a SpursTalk Calender? you could sell them for 20.00 bucks each!

That is a great idea.
You know what? We didn't value mouse much.

Mouse - you are underrated on this forum.

_______ but maybe we should consider usere on the calendar . For example mouse or Tpark....