Billy Crystal will sign a one-day minor league contract with the Yankees and play for them in a Spring Training exhibition game. The deal was agreed upon by Bud Selig and the Yankees organization. I think it's a fantastic thing for Crystal, who's one of the biggest Yankee fans around and will turn 60. What a great birthday gift. So, I thought I'd find out what your ultimate sports birthday gift would be.
I'd have a couple. One, I'd like to suit up with the Bengals and come out of the tunnel with them to Welcome to the Jungle. I'd be so fired up. Now, I would NOT want to play in the game as I'd get clobbered, but I'd like to feel like I was on the team, at least for the introductions.
I'd also like to caddy for Tiger Woods for a round at Augusta. I would not want to play a round with him, as it'd be too intimidating. But, if I could pick up a couple tips on my swing from the best golfer ever, that would be super. I'm a huge Tiger fan and Augusta is the ultimate in golf courses.
Lastly, I'd like to have the headset on and stand next/with Brian Kelly as he calls/coaches a Bearcat football game. I think BK is one of the most risk taking/innovative coaches around and I'd love to hear how does it. I'd like to be with him to see his halftime speeches and to hear how he interacts in the game.
I'm not an athlete and would not want to do what Billy Crystal is going to do, as I'd just make an idiot of myself. But I'd sure like to get up close and personal with some of my sports dreams. What are some of yours?