Todd Gottula
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U. of Nebraska-Kearney Communications/Marketing. Former reporter-talent buyer-concert promoter. Easton-Auston-Preston Hall's Uncle. Auburn, NE. Peru State Proud
Kearney, Nebraska
Joined May 2013
Debit card declined 4 times because of bad chip reader. Smart aleck behind me in line: "If you don't have the funds then move on pal. Or get a new job." So I bought his Casey's pizza, Powerball ticket and Mt. Dew. Then said "pay it forward . pal.".
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Maybe it's time to let kids shoot a basketball, hit a volleyball, throw a football, kick a soccer ball. I see riskier things than that allowed right now.
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. @hallpreston97 is a fighter. He's battling like crazy. Keep the prayers coming. He opened his eyes and sqeezed my hand when i mentioned @UNK_Football today and told him his teammates were praying.
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Lopers won, and grown men were crying. Yes, it was that big. @UNK_Athletics @UNK_Football #IBelieve #TheRise @CoachJoshLynn #24-17
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A lot of great moments recently for @hallpreston97 One of the best was his return to @UNKearney campus and @UNK_Football practice for a few minutes today. Pretty special moment. #TheRise @UNK_Athletics Thank you @Countonmefb
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Not sure how to describe this moment, other than to say it was special. @McGiNnis26 comes in late & throws a TD pass on last play of his @UNK_Football career was something. High character, team guy who handled adversity the right way this season. He did so much for this program.
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The winning shot. @Auburn_HS @bulldogs_BB moves on to state semifinal on last-second shot by @KILLACAM_402_ And I got front-row seat with my dad making the call. #HometownProud #Family @nsaaevents
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I'm in complete disbelief looking at all the photos / videos of the devastation so many of our small towns and cities in Nebraska are experiencing. This is a horrible day in our communities for so many. Do what Nebraskans do - pray, stay strong and be there for each other.
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Sitting here talking @UNK_Football, hot dog eating contest and Labron with @hallpreston97. And sharing ice chips, of course. We're moving out of ICU into a regular room soon. Incredible progress. P is one helluva fighter. Please continue to pray.
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Lopers @UNKMBB knock off undefeated and nationally ranked @MWSUMBB on the buzzer beater! @DamiriLindo24
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Our house looking a little different this weekend. Game Day setup for @HuskerVB match is fast and furious today.
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Our @UNKearney Communications and Marketing team spending some time with @PlanetTyrus to talk about his life as a Loper and continued career success. Fun having Big George back on campus.
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Congrats @HinwaA on signing a free agent contract with the @AtlantaFalcons Go make us proud. @UNK_Football and Loper Nation is behind you.
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"I love Kearney. Kearney gave me a chance to go from ghetto to being something special." - Tyrus Murdoch.
Celebrating his successful journey in the world of pro wrestling and the news & entertainment business, George “Tyrus” Murdoch returned to Kearney Wednesday. He graduated from UNK in 1998 but couldn’t afford the commencement gown and never received a copy of his diploma. So we
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I just got a phone call from @hallpreston97 telling me he is out of the hospital and on his way back home. One of the best phone calls I've ever received.
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My dad's high school gym in Elk Creek. Built in 1949. High school closed in 1984 & then elementary in 2006. When I was little, I grabbed the key from grandma - I think everybody in town had one - walked up the hill and shot in there by myself for hours @and_gyms @SuitUpVarsity
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A late night walk to pray, collect my thoughts and get perspective as my nephew @hallpreston97 fights like crazy. This has been one of the toughest, most painful days of my damn life. Gottulas and Halls are a tough bunch. Don't count us out. Especially Preston.
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#LoperLegend giving @UNKearney some more love. Kearney is still abuzz after @PlanetTyrus visited last week. @greggutfeld.
Here is @PlanetTyrus talking about what he experienced when he went back recently to his alma mater - the University of Nebraska at Kearney.
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Special day for my dad, Randy Gottula, who sat in as guest of @Coatman1 and was interviewed at halftime of @HuskersWBB game. This marks my dad's 50th year of broadcasting. Thank you, Matt. #Memories
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Convenience store won't take cash - unless they can keep the change. No debit card - afraid to touch the card. No technology to accept payment from my phone. All I wanted was a tank of gas and an iced tea. I can't handle much more of this stupidity.
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So organizing some old photo negatives - yes, negatives - and found some gems from the 1996 Fiesta Bowl I covered when @HuskerFBNation rolled Florida for the national championship. Right there is ole No. 82 and current @UNK_Football @CoachRHeld
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Big win. @UNKvolleyball takes down No. 2 ranked @UCMMULES Great volleyball and atmosphere as always.
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Sometimes the stuff nobody really sees after a game is the best stuff. @Reik_Havoc90 @lowryrangel66 @Coolhandquinn @UNK_Athletics @UNK_Football
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. @UNK_Football getting practice in as part of today's travel to Missouri for Saturday's #MineralBowl
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We need a meet in Kearney, something special this spring, where the entire city and track communities across the state come out and watch @wesferguson01 run. He's too special to have him leave us without packing the stands in a big way and cheering him on.
Wes Ferguson of @UNK_Athletics is your 800m #D2MITF National Champion with a time of 1:48.13‼️. #MakeItYours
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My dad might have said it best today as we drove 4 wheelers around the family farm: "Todd, the more I look at our world today, the more I love the quiet here and appreciate our little slice of heaven."
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Your Lopers @UNKvolleyball are playing in the @NCAADII National Championship tomorrow! See you in Denver.
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Hey @hallpreston97 You have @HeismanTrophy winner @croucheric pulling for you. A whole bunch of @UNK_Football @Huskers @HuskerFBNation players also send their best wishes tonight from Kearney. I'll see you tomorrow!
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Heartbroken for all my friends and family in Schuyler, who lost one of the community's and school's best. Prayers for all of you. Love, support and care for each other as you mourn Karrie.
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It's been a long, trying and emotional day for many, but I couldn't be more proud of our community and @UNKearney.
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First full day of physical therapy started today for @hallpreston97 No doubt he'll work like crazy and make great strides in his recovery. Can't wait to see even more progress. Preston's never been afraid of hard work, and I know he'll bring that same dedication to rehab.
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How @UNK_Football coaches react when they get engaged. Congrats @UNKCoach_Reed Happy for you and Shelby.
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The four stages of almost falling asleep on your graduation day . and getting caught on camera. Proud of you @RakidThatGuy For getting that degree, not the nap.😴
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Are you ready for some more @UNK_Football? It's bowl game week Loper fans. See you in Excelsior Springs! #MineralWaterBowl
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For years, John Madden stopped in Kearney at Grandpa's Steakhouse traveling I-80. Stop later was Skeeter Barnes. Around '02 I interviewed him when he reunited with the Kimple family. Story is displayed at Skeeter and photo was in @SInow Love to find it in @KearneyHub archives
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This guy @montrezjackson3 has some crazy springs @UNK_Track Saw eye to eye with 7'3" today.
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Quick informal survey. If you graduated from @UNKearney - or Kearney State College - and work or are employed in the Kearney area, like this post.
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Our guy @wesferguson01 not messing around. Advances to the finals of the #USATF national championships. @UNK_Track @UNK_Athletics
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This guy #RandyGottula has been doing what he loves and covering @nsaaevents @nsaahome state basketball tournaments on his birthday for 47 years. He's back in Lincoln doing it again today. Happy birthday dad. @PrepExtra @NEPrepZone
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Kearney's Katherine Philpot wins GOLD at Special Olympics World Games in Abu Dhabi. Pretty cool @SONebraska @WorldGamesAD
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What do you do when you get your photo taken with three Husker Heisman Trophy winners? Throw the Lopes!
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Always feels good to catch up with the fellas and watch a little practice. Keep an eye on this group. @UNK_Athletics @UNK_Football @CoachJoshLynn #LopesUpWeWin #TheRise
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UNK’s Bryce Abbey wins $100K on CBS finale ‘TKO: Total Knock Out’
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I probably don't appreciate enough some of the behind-the-scenes moments I'm allowed to share. Thank you @CoachJoshLynn @UNK_Football
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Somebody came ready to play. @UNK_Football 14-0 early lead. And the Loper fans are juiced. #MineralWaterBowl
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I take time each fall for a quick drive through Cottonmill Park to check on my favorite tree. It never disappoints.
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Chance to tour new indoor tennis facility today. What a great partnership between @UNKearney @CityofKearney at University Village development.
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Congratulations @AJDubs4 What a cool moment for you and all of Loper Nation today. @UNK_Athletics @UNKearney That was special.
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Only 25 days until @UNK_Football opener. But first, picture day. @Countonmefb and all the fellas are always easy and fun to work with. Great group of men. #TheRise #GoLopers
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Another Loper scrimmage means one week closer to the real thing. @davistj05 @ZayJackson00 @UNK_Football
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50 years with the headset on, and my dad can still bring it. Here's a little courtside view & listen in final moments of @bulldogs_BB @Auburn_HS 2 OT win over Omaha Concordia today. Having a blast helping out this week. #nebpreps
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If you see this guy today at the state tournament, wish him a happy birthday. It's where he's spent the last five decades on March 1. Happy birthday, dad!
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ANATOMY OF A BLOCKING WR: So there was this monster block Saturday. By #19 @codynelson_cody Receiver from @BC_Cardinals It broke @davistj05 free for a 51-yd TD. It was big. Changed momentum. The kind of play that doesn't make headlines but wins games. Wins fans. #TheRise #Lopers
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Today marks 7 years at UNK. Fortunate to be part of such a great university and Loper community.
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Practices. Road Trips. Upset Wins. A Bowl Game. The Playoff Season. Team Banquets. Community Appearances. Those Private Sideline Conversations. I could go on about all the great memories with so many @UNK_Football players over the years. @davistj05 @spies_tell will always be two
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Many athletes have a deeper motivation. A person. A situation. A circumstance. A drive that few can see or know about. @codynelson_cody wears his why on game day.
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My dad was recognized today with an Outstanding Service Award from the Nebraska State Athletic Administrators Association. Great program and luncheon. Thank you @nsiaaa1Nsiaaa Athletic Directors and Administrators for all you do. Terrific group of leaders.
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Man, these fellas have provided some great memories over the years. Special day for a special group @UNK_Football #SeniorDay #TheRise #NotFinished
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I got a sneak peek of the new @SchuylerCentral gym today. Great facility. Can't wait to watch @easton_hall15 hit the court soon and help break in the rims.
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My mother-in-law sent an email reminding us that a winter storm is coming and that we better get to the store for milk, eggs and bread. (Side note: I am going to the store - for pizza, beer and pop tarts).
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How cool is it to sit here & watch @UNK_Athletics @TervelDlagnev in the @Olympics #OpeningCeremony Dream big #Lopers
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