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March 1999
March 31, 1999 - Athlete Direct, America Online. Troy stopped by his message boards and the chat room this evening. On his message board, Troy was asked, "As a collector myself, I was curious to know, do you really collect Hummels?" Troy answered, "Yes, I really do collect Hummels. I began my collection about two years ago. I've been aware of Hummels for quite some time, since my Uncle is also a collector." Another question on the board asked, "Just a question about your surgery. Have you experienced any problems since you had it done?" Troy replied, "I have not had any complications whatsoever following my surgery. I am very pleased with the results. In fact, several of my friends and family have since had the operation and they are also very pleased." Troy was also asked about appearances in the DC area: "I would like to know if you would ever be in the Washington, D.C. area at anytime (other than to play) the 'Redskins' for autograph sessions." Troy responded, "I tend to visit the D.C. area a couple of times a year during the off-season to visit my friend Norv Turner, but I am not scheduled to appear at any autograph signings in the D.C. area." Another poster wanted to know about Troy's Super Bowl rings: "Just wanted to know of your three super bowl rings is there one you wear more often and why." Troy replied, "I don't wear any of the Super Bowl rings very often, but on the few occassions that I do, I tend to wear the first ring the most...probably because of it being the first one, which was a very special year."
Here is an edited version of Troy's chat in the Athlete Direct chatroom:
DCQtrBack: How is everyone this evening?
BluePHNX: fine...
Likedc: fine and you
BluePHNX: how are you...
BlueKate: great
BuiltSmart: fine....wet
CARON620: Great!
DCQtrBack: I'm doing very well, thank you
Sallyrice: Did you make it to the races at TMS this weekend?
DCQtrBack: I did not make it to the race. I'm glad they were able to get it in though with the rain
EMGordon1: Troy shouldnt you be on the 18th green?
Sallyrice: How's the golf game coming?
DCQtrBack: The golf game is coming along...I should be getting better with all the practice!...lol
BuiltSmart: How are your workouts going?
DCQtrBack: Workouts are going great! We've been in our off-season program for about 5 weeks now.
MAUI Miss1: Hey Troy, have ya done the TAEBO thing yet?
DCQtrBack: I've never done the Taebo workouts...I hear they're great though.
MAUI Miss1: It'll kill ya I tell ya
Likedc: I have one question, i read that max lucado is your fav author. Which book do you like the most
DCQtrBack: I've enjoyed all of Max's works.
EMGordon1: Troy you going to Rangers opening game?
DCQtrBack: I'm not sure if I'll attend the opener, but I'll attend several through the season.
JA7543: What is the latest news on Rocket?
BluePHNX: troy, are you done negotiating your contract....
JA7543: Troy, what is the latest news on Rocket signing or not?
DCQtrBack: The club is trying to renegotiate a few contracts to "free" up money for free agent signings
EMGordon1: Troy, you guys gonna take a WR in the draft?
Sallyrice: Will you watch the draft, Troy?
DCQtrBack: I really don't know who we're going to take in the draft.
DCQtrBack: Just wanted to drop in and say "hello"...hope you're all doing well..: )
March 31, 1999 - Irving, Texas. Troy had his right hand dipped in wax today, as part of the process to create a bronze of Troy's throwing hand gripping a football. There will only be 32 of the sculptures made, and they should sell for $12,000 each.
"I think this was the appealing thing for me, "Troy told Channel 4 in Dallas. "It's not an autographed jersey. It's not an autographed football, not that there's anything wrong with any of those things. But this was a unique piece and there's not many of them out there."
"There's 32 of them that will be made. I'll have some of those and then others will be sold. Whatever money I'm able to make from them will be provided to the Foundation."
Troy was also asked about Raghim "Rocket" Ismail, the prospective wide receiver for the Cowboys. "I like the name, the Rocket, for starters," he said chuckling. "He could help us, there's no doubt about that. I believe that if the team's going after him, there's a reason for that. That they feel he can come in here and help us and make us a better football team."
March 15, 1999 - Athlete Direct, America Online. Troy stopped by his message board this evening and answered six questions. I will update this page soon to let you know what he said!
March 8, 1999 - Athlete Direct, America Online. Troy stopped by his message board and came into the football chatroom this evening.
From the message board:
Troy was asked whether his eye surgery had improved his golf game. Troy responded, "The Lasiks surgery that I underwent a few weeks ago was very successful, but it has not changed my ability to see...it has only changed my ability to see WITHOUT contacts. I have always worn contacts and I could see 20/20 with those, bot I'm not seeing anything differently than before. I'm just doing it without corrective lenses."
He was asked what he does in the off-season to stay in shape. Troy said, "I workout pretty much year-round. Our off-season workout program began on March 1st, but I try to do some kind of cardiovascular exercise daily."
I posted a question to him about broadcasting NFL Europe games this spring. He replied, "I am going to be going to Europe this off-season to broadcast a couple of world league games. I will be doing color, alongside play-by-play announcer Brad Sham. I'm looking forward to the experience, although I'm not planning on this being an occupation following retirement."
Another post asked Troy how often he drinks MET-Rx, what his favorite flavor combination is, and then offered another recipe. Troy said, "I take the MET-Rx protein drink with HMB twice a day. I enjoy mixing it with apple juice and a dash of cinnamon. Of course, there are several different recipes that taste good. I'll have to try yours sometime...: )"
In the chatroom: (edited) - Troy is DCQtrBack
DCQtrBack: The "Rainbow Luncheon" was outstanding. A lot of money was raised for some very needy kids
Mpdal1: that's great
BlueKate: Troy how many games are you going to broadcast for NFL Europe?
DCTroyboy8: That is great, Troy
DCQtrBack: I'm going to be broadcasting three games in Europe.
Mcdys94: I THINK MORE PEOPLE SHOULD HELP CHILDREN
Mpdal1: when does it start?
Skygal1304: Troy the broadcaster???? Hmmm
BluePHNX: are you nervous about getting a little tongue twisted.....
DCQtrBack: LOL...I'm not too nervous about getting tongue twisted. I don't know that many people that watch the games..: )
BluePHNX: heck, you'd be surprised....
Mpdal1: we will lol
ClwDancer1: if you're talking, we're gonna watch :o)
Just Janet: LOL..we will
BlueKate: LOL...we are all going to get DirecTV just to critique you :) just kidding
DCQtrBack: Dale Hellestrae went last year and really enjoyed the experience. I 've heard that Steve Young is going to be doing some games this year also
ClwDancer1: that'll be cool
Nottmann: Troy, why didn't you come to NJ over the weekend?
DCQtrBack: It's a long story, but things didn't work out the way we had planned for the NJ trip.
Mcdys94: MY MOM WOULD REALLY LIKE IT TROY IF YOU WOULD TYPE HELLO GINNY TO HER SHES YOUR #1 FAN
DCQtrBack: There were no hard feelings on either end...it was one of those things that just didn't work out for everyone involved.
Aikmansjb: Troy, are you coming to Fla. in April?
DCQtrBack: what's in April in Florida?
DCQtrBack: Hi Ginny!
DCTroyboy8: QB Challenge
DCQtrBack: I'm sure I'll be going to Florida for a few days, but I won't be competing in the Challenge.
TiffanyLei: Troy, what kind of Harley do you have?
DCQtrBack: I just bought a new Harley...a Road King and I LOVE it!
BluePHNX: wear your helmet....
DCTroyboy8: Two now?????
PBAKG: Well Make sure you wear a helment
DCQtrBack: took it out for quite a ride with friends over the weekend.
Mcdys94: PLEASE BE CAREFUL ON IT AND WEAR YOUR HELMENT
Nottmann: Troy, any news on a possible speedy receiver?
DCQtrBack: No news on my end regarding a WR
Mcdys94: WHAT ABOUT ROCKET?
DCQtrBack: Sometimes I think you all know more about what's happening than I do...lol
Mpdal1: we try hard :o)
DCQtrBack: so who are we going to get that can help us for next year?
DCTroyboy8: LoL
BlueKate: Coryatt talked to Chan today if that helps :)
Mcdys94: I'LL HELP
PBAKG: I'll help
ClwDancer1: you need another WR opposite Michael
DCTroyboy8: Love that sense of humor, Troy
Mpdal1: Coryatt would work
DCQtrBack: lol...I'm teasing with you all, we'll be fine!
DCTroyboy8: Yes you will
Mpdal1: I think you need a better center
BlueKate: oh we know that...we are already saving our pennies for SB tickets
Mcdys94: WE NOW SEE ANOTHER RING IN YOUR FUTURE
BPrice9595: Just keep throwing the ball Troy and everything will be fine!!!!
DCQtrBack: Well, I'd better run.....Hope you all are having a good off-season..: )
Nottmann: I think all you need is to stay heathy and you guys will get the job done!!!
ClwDancer1: have a great evening Troy
BPrice9595: Later Troy
Gagej51: bye troy
JMartin174: Good Luck to you Troy : )
Mpdal1: have a good off season
PBAKG: We are now that you came and entertained us
BlueKate: bye Troy...thanks for visiting!!!
SHAMOO1964: bye troy
DCTroyboy8: Bye Bye Troy
Sheima: bye
Mpdal1: bye Troy
Just Janet: Bye Troy.....
Mcdys94: BYE THANKS FOR SAYING HI TO MY MOM
DCQtrBack: I did some posting this evening. Don't know when it will show, but I'll try to get by more often
Nottmann: BYE TROY
DCTroyboy8: Stop by more often
BluePHNX: see ya later, gator...
ClwDancer1: Come by as often as you like :o)
DCQtrBack: Have a good evening & GO 'BOYS!
DCTroyboy8: Goodnight
PBAKG: yeah troy dont be a stranger
SHAMOO1964: chickasha okla loves troy
ClwDancer1: Yea Cowboys!!!!!
BPrice9595: Hey Troy Troy Price says hello
Mpdal1: Bye
March 5, 1999 - An article in USA Today on sports figures having LASIK surgery to correct their vision mentioned that Troy was nearsighted before his surgery February 16th. His eye surgeon is quoted as saying that without contacts, Troy couldn't see the big E on the eye chart. With contacts, his vision was 20/20. Following surgery, his vision is now 20/15.
March 4, 1999 - Wyndham Anatole Hotel, Dallas, Texas. Roger Staubach and Troy Aikman were the co-chairmen of the Beyond the Rainbow Luncheon and Fashion Show, benefitting the Children's Cancer Fund. Troy, Roger, Daryl Johnston, Nate Newton, David LaFleur, Dexter Coakley, Chad Hennings, Jason Garrett, Charlie Waters, Charles Haley and other local celebrities participated as well. Troy and his teammates dressed in tuxedos and escorted young cancer patients who modeled outfits picked out especially for them.
In an interview, Troy talked about the kids involved in the show. "You get a chance to visit with some of these kids and you hear about some of the things that they've been through and what they've had to endure. It's a tough thing on all of them obviously, and on the families and people that are involved. The way that they're able to hold up to it is something we all look up to."
March 3, 1999 - KVIL's Brad Sham interviewed Troy onstage at the Dallas Zoological Society corporate CEO dinner.
