Member Interview: Davcbow
Since I haven't heard back from Dnbman (check your messages man!), Davcbow got the nod for next interview
Bobcats Planet name: Davcbow
Real name (first only): David
Age: 49
Current City: Apex
Hometown: Va Beach
Occupation: Unemployed Network Administrator (at the moment)
1) How did you choose your screen name?
Its a combination of my real name...
2) Could you tell us a little about where you grew up and about your family?
I'm a Army bratt, my father was a lifer in the army and have been around, but our home was Aragona villiage in Va Beach. I was a life gaurd for 2 seasons when I was 17 and 18 although my 2nd season was cut short due to my dads retirement. We moved to Fancy Gap Va. I moved to North Carolina in 1983 when the recession forced me to. Ive played guitar since I was very young and played in 6 different bands over the years. I now just do some writing. Im in Apex living with my girl friend (davcbowsgrl), she is also a Cats fan. My regular house is in Trinity and we do go there at times.
3) Did you play in any sports or where you involved with any High School clubs and such?
I played some football in Jr High until I dislocated my hip and had to have it screwed back together. I didnt have time for any school clubs. Too many women, so little time. LOL
4) What is your fondest memory of your teenage years?
Traveling with my brothers band SNUFF (I was his rodie) as they opened up for ZZ Topp in 8 shows in 1975. That was a blast.
5) What was your first job?
I was a dish washer at Victoria Station (where the rich folks ate) in Va Beach.
6) What lead to your dedicated following of the Bobcat's?
I have always loved basketball, I was an avid fan of the Virginia Squires and had DR J's autograph when he played for them before he was traded to the NY Nets now the NJ Nets.
7) Could you tell us one of your favorite memories of the Bobcat's?
My daughter for my birthday took me to see them play in Greensboro against the Maimi Heat and Shaq. We shut Shaq down in that game.
8 ) How did you find the Bobcats Planet and what keeps you active on the site?
I used to contribute to the Charlotte Observer forums and someone mentioned Ziggy and the BCP. I did a search and been coming back ever since.
9) What other sports teams do you follow?
Football- Cowboy fan by heart since I was a dinky kid and a Panthers fan by location. Ive seen both play several times.
Basketball- Was a Celtics fan to the Bone until the Hornets came to town, went back to the Celtics after they left (Still call them the N.O. Traiters) Then the Cats came to town and been folling them ever since.
Baseball- Only 1 team- METS! Where I grew up we had the triple A farm team of the Mets the tidewater Tides but now called the Norfolk Tides. I met several big league players such as Tom Seaver and Jerry Koosman, the 2 most notable...
Hockey- The Canes and before them the Redwings....
10) When you’re not on Bobcats Planet what could you likely be found doing with your spare time?
Hanging out on Facebook or Myyearbook or Myspace or at NASA sites. Im a space kadet... LOL
11) If you could have one moment being part of the Bobcats organization, what would it be?
Larry Browns gofer! Yeah thats the ticket. Id like to know what makes him tick....
12) How many trips have you made to the Time Warner Cable Arena?
A big 0 of which I hope to be able to go there this year.
13) What is your worst fear?
The Bobcats folding up.
14) What type of hobbies do you enjoy?
Camping, fishing, boating, hiking, driving.
15) What’s your favorite food?
Shrimp skampy, I know what Bubba in Forrest Gump was talking about when he said shrimp sandwich.
16) Where are some of the places you’ve been, and where are some of your favorites.
Alaska, Germany, Hawaii, but I flat out love Alaska, its the most beautiful place in the world.
17) What is one thing you've always wanted to do, but haven't done yet in your lifetime?
Visit New Zealand its another really beautiful place.
18 ) If you could live anywhere where would it be?
Alaska
19) Name your favorite 3 Bobcats all time and explain the reason for one of them.
Gerald Wallace- no need to explain.
Walter Herrman- he just seemed to always be involved in the play at the right time when ever he was in the game. Damn you Ham Biscuit for that dumb ass trade.
DJ Augustin- The future starter at point and his ability to shoot...
20) Up to this date, what is one of your favorite Bobcats Planet memories?
I have to say I have a good time cutting down burger king (May) and just about every game thread.
21) Anything else you'd like to add?
ILBIT
Who would you like to nominate to be interviewed next?
I nominate Bing
