BigCraig68
500+ posts
03/29/04 02:44 AM
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Senior Tribute : James Thomas
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JT what can i say you came in here wanting to do 1 thing and that is leave the all time rebounding leader at Texas and you will. Thank you for your hard work and dedication to along with the other seniors build this program to where it is today , your intensity and passion will be missed and all I can say is that i am glad that over the last couple years i have got to know you off the floor as well as seeing you do tremendous things on the floor, and I thank you for that because i am just glad to say that i can say that James Thomas is my friend, i will forever miss the chants of SOS the horns to the head and just watching you play the way JT can play ... thanks for everything Big Homey you will be missed
HOOK EM JT
" Adi's Wasted " clap clap clap clap clap - the south o zone late in the 2nd half as adi moved into the floor seats
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TXBabe97
1000+ posts
02/24/04 12:50 PM
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JT is my favorite Longhorn basketball player because of the way he plays the game - intense. No rebound is getting past him. Thanks for being a great player. I will definitely miss seeing JT wearing burnt orange, with the white socks of course. 
sooner basketball = a point a minute.
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LagoHorn
500+ posts
02/24/04 02:10 PM
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I remember JT from your very first Orange and White game. You were someone I pointed out to a friend as a future star. I think I was right...
Thanks for all you have meant to the team and the university. See you in San Antonio.
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hooverhorn
500+ posts
02/24/04 02:55 PM
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S.O.S. I remember first starting the chant when the Ozone was more than half empty. When you look at what it is today, it really is a testament to you seniors. You have put Texas Bball on the map to stay and you take that with you forever. I'll never forget chest bumping you at a bus sendoff last year............you knocked me back a few feet, but I've been working out and think I could maybe hold my own this year. Anyway, continue to work hard and I look forward to seeing you box out Tim Duncan someday.
I'm Rick James [censored]
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TexasOwnzYou
1000+ posts
02/24/04 03:14 PM
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u're the baddest rebounder i've seen @ texas.
congrats on your record.
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Bevoette
2500+ posts
02/24/04 03:34 PM
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James you are the "rebound king" !
Your ability to rebound and also shoot from under the hoop is amazing !
You have improved over the years and you are so fun to watch .. you will be missed
Best of luck to you 
Hook'em ~..~
The Texas Longhorns -  'ly the BEST
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Vasherized
2500+ posts
02/24/04 04:03 PM
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James,
You've made Schenectady proud.
They Mayor of Schenectady,
Vasherized
p.s. you've made Austin damn proud as well. And you're going to doing the same for some city in the NBA. Location won't matter, you'll bring your game and clean the glass. Hook'em Horns.
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PUT_SIMMS_IN
5000+ posts
02/24/04 04:15 PM
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JT! What a fun time I have had watching you play at Texas. I cringe everytime you go after a board or a lose ball because I know you are going to be going with everything you have and I fear for your safety.  I have never seen someone be able to play with such amazing intensity and still be under total control the whole time.
I hope you understand what you mean to all of the fans of UT basketball. You and the other seniors have given all of us a gift that we could never repay. As I said about Royal as well, I hope you will always consider Austin your home even though your from NY. I know you are SOS and that will always be home to you but remember you have a home here as well. Good Luck the rest of the way. I wish it would never end.
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hookembarber
100+ posts
02/24/04 04:41 PM
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JT, you and the other seniors are the foundation of this, now great program. We are so proud of what you all have accomplished. I wish you all the best at the next level.forever
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West Campus
500+ posts
02/24/04 06:00 PM
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if i was an opposing player, i would hate to be going for the same rebound as you. way to go james, you truelly deserve all of the success that you have experienced. good job on your new record!
"ive got to agree with aggie03...ill take my hat off during the war hymn...even though it is retarded to sing about UT when we are playing Pitt or anyone else, but thats another story"-Slipp 00 from texags
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texasblood04
25+ posts
02/24/04 06:17 PM
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S.O.S baby!!! Freakin' animal on the boards. High socks, crazy hair, old school shoes; no one is as original as you. ALL-TIME LEADING REBOUNDER...need i say more?
"Jerry, now what you do with your personal life is your business. But when you're on my set, you clean it up mister!"
- Kramer
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hlaustin
25+ posts
02/24/04 06:22 PM
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JT
You are Mr. Windex. Thank you for coming to the University of Texas and helping place us on the map in basketball. Your work ethic is what makes me proud to have you as a Longhorn and you will be greatly missed as a Longhorn.
Thanks again
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Durkee
2500+ posts
02/24/04 07:13 PM
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J.T.--The Best Ever Rebounder at The University!!!
Even while injured you have fought hard and played your ass off, and I have really enjoyed watching you play for the Horns. The record couldn't have gone to a more deserving player. Good luck at the next level!
"Cause it's Texas that we love best" "'til Gabriel blows his horn."
HOOK 'EM!!!
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iluvthisbbteam
100+ posts
02/24/04 07:42 PM
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James, James, James - so much has been said and could be said about your contributions to this great basketball program. I'm going to miss your passion on the court - you have an awesome smile and a wonderful heart. I'm thinking your hard work and dedication is going to pay off for you - I truly believe you are NBA-worthy. Stay true to yourself and don't forget us! May God continue to bless and keep you and your loved ones.
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Moe Syzlack
500+ posts
02/24/04 08:08 PM
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JT. Just saying those two words and everyone knows who a person is talking about: The Rebound King of Texas!!!
It has been a pleasure watching you play here at Texas for four years. I will never forget your games against Oklahoma last year where you completely dominated them.
You are a perfect example of hard work and unselfishness. I will miss chanting "S.O.S." next year here at Texas, but everytime I see you do something fantastic in the NBA, I will make sure to chant it no matter where I am!!!
Good luck to you, and God Bless you, JT.
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FoghornLonghorn
5000+ posts
02/24/04 08:51 PM
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JT thanks for everything that you represent and all that you brought to the game. Rarely do you find a player or man for that matter that is willing to put team ahead of self so willingly. You tenacous effort and intensity have been a sight to behold. I have so many memories of you in there fighting and scraping for every last rebound. The way you play basketball is a great metaphor for life. Thank you for the example you set for teammates and fans. Congrats on your records and the player and person you are.
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Monkey_Horn
250+ posts
02/24/04 08:55 PM
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JT,
What can I say? You have been part of the heart and soul of this team throughout your four years here! You have shown leadership to your teammates. You have been there to pump up the crowd with an amazing dunk or a killer block! You will be forever known as SOS to the fans! I wish you lots of luck in your future endeavors! Thanks for all you have done for Texas Basketball!
"So who are we playing today? Texas A&M CC or the real A&M?" - said by a Hellraiser Honey before the A&M B-ball game
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Texoz
2500+ posts
02/24/04 10:13 PM
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Thanks for a tremendous 4 years. One of the reasons that I moved back to Texas after 16 years in CA is that I want to go to the basketball games.
Seriously. Life is short and it's the little things, like going to a great game, or experiencing a great season like the last two, that make it enjoyable.
Thanks to you and your teammates for a great run. Y'all will be missed. Hook'm horns.
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XinTX
500+ posts
02/24/04 10:15 PM
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My favorite player and always loved his style of play and respected his giving 100%, doing anything it takes to unselfishly support his teammates. He's a true warrior and he's still writing his success story as one the greatest Horns ever.
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horniegrl14
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02/24/04 10:39 PM
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James,
SOS!!!! What a great 4 years it has been!! I'm so glad you got the rebounding record because you earned that. You have put in so much hard work that it payed off. If only I could rebound like you...than maybe I'd have a shot playing ball somewhere! JT, you are going to be missed not only for your rebounding skills but for your passion for the game and hard work. You are fun to watch and I will miss you!!
You are still one of the most intimidating guys I've ever seen! Good luck JT!!!!!
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dahorns
25+ posts
02/25/04 12:47 PM
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JT... man your hard work, your rebounding, your optimism, and your smile ... Texas Basketball rocks because of your help!!!!
Good Luck
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jaydee aydee one
500+ posts
02/25/04 02:51 PM
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Big James, wow, what a career you have had here at Texas. To whup up on a record that stood for 22 years really says something about the contributions you made to this team during you four years.
More importantly, you and your teammates have had four great years with great results, all 20-plus winning season and a final four appearance and who knows how for you guys go this year! And you have set something in motion here that will continue for many years to come--a b-ball program to be feared.
I hope you have had a great four years in Austin and will be able to capitalize on your experiences here so that you will always be happy and successful in life.
As a fan in the seats, let me say thatnks for the thrills and we will all miss you.
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Born Again Horn
500+ posts
02/25/04 04:53 PM
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Thomas = Excellent!!!
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DallasHorn34
500+ posts
02/27/04 01:22 AM
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JT,
Thanks for all the fun memories. The tenasity and tough attitude you brought to UT basketball will not be forgotten. Congrats on the getting the rebound record. I hope everything goes well for you after UT. Good luck!
Hook'em Horns!!!
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hudsonhorn
< 25 posts
02/27/04 12:36 PM
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JT is the reason (along with Boddicker at times) that the T in Texas stands for toughness. He's a Bo Outlaw reincarnation who can score, too. Congratulations on a great career, JT!
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hudsonhorn
< 25 posts
02/27/04 12:47 PM
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James, you give new meaning to the term toughness! And I guess you and Boddicker make the T in Texas stand for tough. Congrats on a great career for a Bo Outlaw clone who can score!
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Hornite
100+ posts
02/29/04 07:55 PM
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Too much desire and too strong, just what Texas had to have.....and you are not quite done yet...... Thank you.
"A man can't give his address out to bad company"
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Texclerk
250+ posts
03/01/04 12:25 AM
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Thank you for your time and commitment to the team and the University. You and your team mates have given us so much. We have not always been the kindest fans, but we have always been your fan.
Hook'em
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TruthLonghorn
100+ posts
03/03/04 04:15 PM
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Thanks bro' for helping take TEXAS BASKETBALL to new heights. Your hard work led to so many of our vistories. I would hate to go up against you for a rebound. You da' man.
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WinStreak
100+ posts
03/04/04 01:53 PM
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SOS,
you have been my favorite player on the team all these years. i admire your hard work and your love of doing the dirty work. i cant wait to cheer for you in the NBA. goodluck in the future and take it to Ben Wallace.
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grinder
2003 Omaha Challenge Champion
03/16/04 02:34 PM
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James - I've enjoyed watching you over the past 4 years. Thanks for taking Horns b-ball to another level.
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"TAX-ISS BALL!"
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XinTX
500+ posts
03/21/04 05:42 PM
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Hornboi
500+ posts
03/23/04 02:33 AM
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You play with intensity like I haven't seen before in Texas BB.
The greatest state in the greatest nation 
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FWHORN
1000+ posts
03/25/04 09:23 PM
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Thanks for being such a classy representative of the University of Texas and best of luck in all your future endeavors.
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UTExinPDX
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03/26/04 03:34 PM
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Congrats on becoming UT's all-time leading rebounder. Love watching you clean the glass. You bring such intensity to the game. Thanks for the last four years! Good luck!
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Kristel
100+ posts
03/27/04 12:44 AM
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James, you had such a great career at Texas. You are a hard worker on the court, and your tenacity and spirit will be missed greatly.
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rickbarnesisgod
< 25 posts
03/29/04 02:44 AM
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It has meant so much to all UT fans to watch you play basketball for the past 4 years. You brought a passion to the game and a love for your teammates that was greater than any I have ever seen. I remember when TJ was a freshman and you guys were playing in Stillwater, and you came off the bench to protect him from the rabid OSU fan; I still get chills when I think about it. The story about you staying in Austin two summers ago to help mentor Brad also comes to mind. Not to mention that you are the leading rebounder in Texas Basketball history; that is quite an accomplishment.
I know your senior season didn't turn out the way you had hoped, and from the quotes in the paper it sounded like you were pretty upset about what happened. Just know that it didn't matter to the fans whether you scored 20 points or 2; the energy you brought to the court was in itself worthy of much praise. And we will never forget that. Congratulations on an amazing career, and good luck to you whever your life takes you. No matter what happens, you will always be a Longhorn. Thank you for the past four years. Hook'em.
Brian Boddicker
Royal Ivey
Brandon Mouton
James Thomas
The Class.
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slkHORN
< 25 posts
03/30/04 05:13 PM
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You're my all time favorite on and off the court and we were lucky to have such an oustanding player and person represent this university. THANK YOU!
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dahorns111
< 25 posts
03/30/04 11:36 PM
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JT,
Out of the whole group of Seniors I think your passion for the game was most evident. It was infectious - and even this year when you may not have been at your best physically you still came off the bench and sparked the team. All the hard work you put in paid off (we could tell by the way you gradually filled out those lumberjack shoulders) and will continue to do so in the future. Thanks for the memories!
Hook 'em
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Macanudo
25,000+ posts
01/13/06 03:45 AM
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All of our Longhorn brothers deserve kudos.
So?
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Hpslugga
10,000+ posts
06/01/06 03:39 PM
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Thanks for choosing Texas and leaving the program better than you found it
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Longhorn Al
2005 Omaha Sweepstakes Champion
06/01/06 08:35 PM
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You will bleed orange forever. 
Chopper Commando v 2.0
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