drepsed Posted August 29, 2005 Share Posted August 29, 2005 Thought I would send out this bit of personal reflection and thank you! Ten years ago this weekend, Reading was at its lowest point in its history, many would say, missing finals again. Ten years ago this weekend, Jim Gruber took over the helm of that majestic ship known as the Buccaneers. Ten years ago this weekend, the Bucs began their turnaround from not making finals to a consistent "top performer" and, IMH - but biased - O, a true class act on and off the field. No one in Blue that I am aware believes this to be a coincidence! If I may be so bold - and those that know me will wonder why I'm even ASKING - on behalf of ALL Buccaneers - past, present, and future - I would like to thank Jimmy for his years of leadership at the helm of the Bucs and for guiding the corps to its place of honor today. Congratulations Jimmy, and thank you! The product is worthy of the tireless effort you have contributed. "We're ready now to take anyone!" Good luck Jim and ALL the Bucs this weekend. I will be screaming from the top of the stadium! Dave Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeff Ream Posted August 29, 2005 Share Posted August 29, 2005 agreed. Jimmy Gruber is a class act and has given his life to the corps. He has done a great job on a small budget, and last I knew, actually had the corps close to being debt free Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mick Krackin' Posted August 29, 2005 Share Posted August 29, 2005 This is a well deserved post for one of the hardest working directors I have ever worked with in drum corps. Jimmy and his team of dedciated people get the Buccaneers what they need to be successful, year after year. Thanks for everything Jimmy! (Of course, since he told everyone in the corps to stay off the internet this week, I guess he won't read any of these posts. ) B) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mellonick Posted August 29, 2005 Share Posted August 29, 2005 (edited) Jimmy is our Captain, and he and a few other extremely dedicated men and women are the reason we are where we are. Thank You Jimmy!! p.s. he's still a kickin' mello player! edit.. wow i cant speel Edited August 29, 2005 by mellonick Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jami Posted August 29, 2005 Share Posted August 29, 2005 I am very honored and proud to be a member of a corps with such a thoughtful and wonderful leader as Jimmy is with us. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senagod Posted August 30, 2005 Share Posted August 30, 2005 Jimmy is the best! Such a kind and classy guy. I'm honored to have marched in his corps. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fran Haring Posted August 30, 2005 Share Posted August 30, 2005 Good things happen to good people, so the saying goes. Jim is definitely a very good person!!! Fran Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeff Ream Posted August 30, 2005 Share Posted August 30, 2005 This is a well deserved post for one of the hardest working directors I have ever worked with in drum corps.Jimmy and his team of dedciated people get the Buccaneers what they need to be successful, year after year. Thanks for everything Jimmy! (Of course, since he told everyone in the corps to stay off the internet this week, I guess he won't read any of these posts. ) B) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> he finally figured out how to get online? I remember him asking me how :P Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jware Posted August 30, 2005 Share Posted August 30, 2005 Commodore Gruber..........I salute you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CorpsBuff Posted August 30, 2005 Share Posted August 30, 2005 Jimmy you're the best. Thanks for everything you've done to help the Buccaneers, and to introduce me to the greatest group of people I've ever met! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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