I quite honestly don't really even know what to say. It's crazy that it has been 49 years since the Hawks last won a Cup. That is so, so long and they have been pretty bad at points during that stretch. The turn around they have had since about 5 years ago is remarkable. They were putrid. Then they brought in all the young studs and looks what has happened. Pretty incredible job by the ownership and management.
Sports are a funny thing. We spend so much time and thought rooting for a team and once they finally win a championship you are kinda in disbelief. This is the first championship one of my teams has won in my 'adult fanhood'. The Bulls of course won six championships in the 90's but I'm not counting those even though I still remember some of those games quite clearly. And the UT Vols also won in 98 but I'm not counting that either. The pure joy and elation of a championship is indescribable. It almost feels like a sense of accomplishment although I had absolutely nothing to do with them winning (although my commitment to the playoff beard definitely helped). I'm ready to win some more championships now: Vols, Cubs, Bears stand up.
I know not many people out there are hockey fans (around TN anyways), but they should be. The sport is awesome. I don't know all the ins and outs of the plays and such but it has become one of my favorite sports. The Hawks were so exciting to watch all year long with all the young guys. I already can't wait until next season. Let's do it again!
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