Vanderbilt University - Official Athletic Site

A Call to Action

You can help boost your Commodore athletic program. How? We want a vibrant fan base that enthusiastically supports our teams. Whether it is bringing new fans to the game, planning a group viewing party, sharing your thoughts with the news media or simply wearing gold to the games, this Action Center will help provide information and ideas. It's time for the Commodore Nation to spread the word why it is Good to be Gold!

Letters to the Editor

Helpful Tips

Sign your name and give your phone number and/or address so your letter can be authenticated

Keep your letter brief and to the point; long, rambling letters are less likely read and won't be reprinted

Make your point in a rational tone; don't hit the send key while angry or upset

Remember to compliment good reporting; a letter to the editor need not always be critical

The Tennessean
1100 Broadway
Nashville, TN 37202
mtowle@tennessean.com

The Nashville City Paper
P.O. Box 158434
Nashville, TN 37215
dbonvissuto@nashvillecitypaper.com

Murfreesboro Daily News Journal
224 North Walnut St.
Murfreesboro, TN 37130
pogue@dnj.com

Nashville Scene (weekly)
2120 8th Avenue S
Nashville, TN 37204

Chattanooga Times-Free Press
P.O. Box 951
Chattanooga, TN 37401
Sports: 423-756-1234

Memphis Commercial Appeal
495 Union Avenue
Memphis, TN 38101
Sports: 901-529-2366

Sports Talk Call-in Hints

Don't Wait: Phone lines can get jammed so if you have a point to make, call the show sooner than later.

Think Through Your Points: Jot down your talking points before you call.

Know Your Key Point: Be prepared to give the producer a one-sentence summary of what you want say. It improves your chances to get on the air if you are clear and concise with the producer.

Be Clear and Upbeat: When you talk to the hosts, sound excited to be on the program. Get to your point quickly. If you are referring to something another person has said, be sure to quickly summarize it for listeners who may not have heard it.

Make Sense and Be Respectful: Be poised and under control when on the air; you lose credibility if you sound irrational

Nashville Sports Talk

WGFX "The Zone", 104.5-FM
615-737-1045 (call-in number)
866-492-0663 toll free
Mark Howard, Frank Wycheck, Kevin Ingram (AM)
George Plaster, Willy Daunic, Darren McFarland (PM)

WNSR, 560-AM
615-844-5600 (call-in number)
Greg Pogue, David Coleman (AM)
Don West, Bill King (PM)

WLAC, 1510-AM
1-800-688-WLAC
Brent Dougherty, Duncan Stewart, Conn Hamlett (PM)

WFAN, 106.7-FM
615-737-1067
Bob Bell, Boots Donnelly and Jonathan Shaffer (PM)

Nashville Television On-Air Talent

WKRN-TV, ABC

Joe Dubin, Brandon Fisher, Chris Stout

WSMV-TV, NBC

Steve Wrigley, Rudy Kalis

WTVF-TV, CBS

Hope Hines, Eric Yutzy, Kami Carmann

WZTV-TV, FOX

Paul Jones, Amy Fadool, Dan Phillips

Officially Licensed Vanderbilt Merchandise
Fans occasionally will experience trouble locating quality Commodore merchandise. Stores will stock inventory they believe will sell so when you are looking for Vanderbilt merchandise and don't see what you want, make a point to mention it to the store manager. Remember to purchase officially licensed merchandise that helps us generate a greater demand for our goods. Once that occurs, more Vanderbilt gear will appear in stores.

Host a Party
Invite friends and neighbors over to watch the Commodores play on television when you can't make it to the game. Lots of long-distance fans have viewing parties in homes or sports bars. Email us photos from your gathering and we will share them on this site.

Employee Appreciation Day
Talk to your employer about having an Employee Appreciation Day at a Commodore event. Group sales have become our hottest growth point. Contact Rob DeLucas with our marketing staff (615-343-9977) to see if your company outing qualifies for a group discount.

Become a Commodore Ambassador
Help the Commodores grow by promoting Vanderbilt at every opportunity. Bring new fans to our games, attend special events when possible and have a good time being a Commodore.

Join the National Commodore Club!
Vanderbilt's annual athletic scholarship fund needs you! There is detailed information on the front page of vucommodores.com to explain the benefits to you and how your gift helps deserving Commodore student-athletes.

Support our Sponsors
Be sure to tell them you are a Vandy fan. We want them to understand their support of our program is well known and appreciated.

2006-07 Corporate Sponsors
Support these businesses that support the Commodores! Tell them you appreciate their sponsorship.

ACORN
AIR CONDITIONING SERVICE
AL PHILLIPS INSURANCE
ALEXANDERS MOBILITY SERVICES
ALLIED WASTE SERVICES
ALLSTATE
AMERICAN AIRLINES
AMERICAN CONSTRUCTORS
AMERICAN EAGLE
AMERIGO
AMERIPRISE
ATMOS ENERGY
BB&T
BELLE MEAD PLANTATION
BELLSOUTH REAL YELLOW PAGES
BEST ONE TIRE SERVICE
BOB PARKS REALTY
BOE-TEL
BRENTWOOD SUITES
BRINKS
BUSCH MEDIA GROUP
CALDWELL TRAVEL
CALHOUNS RESTAURANT
CARTRIDGE WORLD
CHAR-BROIL GRILLING TEAM TOUR
CHICK FIL A OF RIVERGATE
CITADEL BROADCASTING
COCA-COLA
COMCAST SPOTLIGHT
COMMERCIAL PAINTING
COURTYARD MARRIOTT
CROWN TENT & AWNING
CSTVO
CULLIGAN
CUSION SEATS INC
DELTA AIR LINES
DICKENS TURF AND LANDSCAPE SUPPLY
DIGITEC
DORNA
DRESCHLER & SHARP
FANNING BEND
FEDEX KINKOS
FIRST TENNESSEE
FISCHER'S HOT DOGS
FRITO-LAY
GATORADE
GEICO
GRAY LINE
HILLSBORO VILLAGE SHELL AUTO SERVICE
HOLIDAY INN BRENTWOOD
HOLIDAY INN SELECT
HONDA POWER EQUIPMENT
HONEYWELL
HOTEL PRESTON
INGRAM INDUSTRIES
JEEP CHRYSLER
JIM KENNEDY SALES & LEASING
JIM REED SUBARU
JIMMY KELLY'S
JOSLIN SIGNS
KATHY PHARIS AGENCY
KROGER FISCHER CO-OP
LINDELL JEWELERS
LIVE NATION
LOEWS VANDERBILT HOTEL
LOGAN'S ROADHOUSE
LOWES
MAGGIANOS
MALL AT GREEN HILLS
MARRIOTT
MILLENNIUM MAXWELL HOUSE HOTEL
NASHVILLE CHEMICAL
NASHVILLE TENT & AWNING
NATIONAL COMMODORE CLUB
NISSAN
NOSHVILLE DELI
OTTERS CHICKEN
OWEN GRADUATE SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENT
PANCOAST BENEFITS
PAPA JOHNS
PORTER PAINTS
PUBLIX
RJ YOUNG
SIRIUS SATELLITE RADIO
SMITH SECKMAN REID
SMOOTHIE KING
SPECIALTY FOODS GROUP
STOCK-YARD
STONEY RIVER
STRUCTURAL DESIGN GROUP
SUNTRUST
TACO BELL

		A Call to Action You can help boost your Commodore athletic program. How? We want a vibrant fan base that enthusiastically supports our teams. Whether it is bringing new fans to the game, planning a group viewing party, sharing your thoughts with the news media or simply wearing gold to the games, this Action Center will help provide information and ideas. It's time for the Commodore Nation to spread the word why it is Good to be Gold! Letters to the Editor Helpful Tips Sign your name and give your phone number and/or address so your letter can be authenticated Keep your letter brief and to the point; long, rambling letters are less likely read and won't be reprinted Make your point in a rational tone; don't hit the send key while angry or upset Remember to compliment good reporting; a letter to the editor need not always be critical The Tennessean 1100 Broadway Nashville, TN 37202 mtowle@tennessean.com The Nashville City Paper P.O. Box 158434 Nashville, TN 37215 dbonvissuto@nashvillecitypaper.com Murfreesboro Daily News Journal 224 North Walnut St. Murfreesboro, TN 37130 pogue@dnj.com Nashville Scene (weekly) 2120 8th Avenue S Nashville, TN 37204 Chattanooga Times-Free Press P.O. Box 951 Chattanooga, TN 37401 Sports: 423-756-1234 Memphis Commercial Appeal 495 Union Avenue Memphis, TN 38101 Sports: 901-529-2366 Sports Talk Call-in Hints Don't Wait: Phone lines can get jammed so if you have a point to make, call the show sooner than later. Think Through Your Points: Jot down your talking points before you call. Know Your Key Point: Be prepared to give the producer a one-sentence summary of what you want say. It improves your chances to get on the air if you are clear and concise with the producer. Be Clear and Upbeat: When you talk to the hosts, sound excited to be on the program. Get to your point quickly. If you are referring to something another person has said, be sure to quickly summarize it for listeners who may not have heard it. Make Sense and Be Respectful: Be poised and under control when on the air; you lose credibility if you sound irrational Nashville Sports Talk WGFX "The Zone", 104.5-FM 615-737-1045 (call-in number) 866-492-0663 toll free Mark Howard, Frank Wycheck, Kevin Ingram (AM) George Plaster, Willy Daunic, Darren McFarland (PM) WNSR, 560-AM 615-844-5600 (call-in number) Greg Pogue, David Coleman (AM) Don West, Bill King (PM) WLAC, 1510-AM 1-800-688-WLAC Brent Dougherty, Duncan Stewart, Conn Hamlett (PM) WFAN, 106.7-FM 615-737-1067 Bob Bell, Boots Donnelly and Jonathan Shaffer (PM) Nashville Television On-Air Talent WKRN-TV, ABC Joe Dubin, Brandon Fisher, Chris Stout WSMV-TV, NBC Steve Wrigley, Rudy Kalis WTVF-TV, CBS Hope Hines, Eric Yutzy, Kami Carmann WZTV-TV, FOX Paul Jones, Amy Fadool, Dan Phillips Officially Licensed Vanderbilt Merchandise Fans occasionally will experience trouble locating quality Commodore merchandise. Stores will stock inventory they believe will sell so when you are looking for Vanderbilt merchandise and don't see what you want, make a point to mention it to the store manager. Remember to purchase officially licensed merchandise that helps us generate a greater demand for our goods. Once that occurs, more Vanderbilt gear will appear in stores. Host a Party Invite friends and neighbors over to watch the Commodores play on television when you can't make it to the game. Lots of long-distance fans have viewing parties in homes or sports bars. Email us photos from your gathering and we will share them on this site. Employee Appreciation Day Talk to your employer about having an Employee Appreciation Day at a Commodore event. Group sales have become our hottest growth point. Contact Rob DeLucas with our marketing staff (615-343-9977) to see if your company outing qualifies for a group discount. Become a Commodore Ambassador Help the Commodores grow by promoting Vanderbilt at every opportunity. Bring new fans to our games, attend special events when possible and have a good time being a Commodore. Join the National Commodore Club! Vanderbilt's annual athletic scholarship fund needs you! There is detailed information on the front page of vucommodores.com to explain the benefits to you and how your gift helps deserving Commodore student-athletes. Support our Sponsors Be sure to tell them you are a Vandy fan. We want them to understand their support of our program is well known and appreciated. 2006-07 Corporate Sponsors Support these businesses that support the Commodores! Tell them you appreciate their sponsorship. ACORN AIR CONDITIONING SERVICE AL PHILLIPS INSURANCE ALEXANDERS MOBILITY SERVICES ALLIED WASTE SERVICES ALLSTATE AMERICAN AIRLINES AMERICAN CONSTRUCTORS AMERICAN EAGLE AMERIGO AMERIPRISE ATMOS ENERGY BB&T BELLE MEAD PLANTATION BELLSOUTH REAL YELLOW PAGES BEST ONE TIRE SERVICE BOB PARKS REALTY BOE-TEL BRENTWOOD SUITES BRINKS BUSCH MEDIA GROUP CALDWELL TRAVEL CALHOUNS RESTAURANT CARTRIDGE WORLD CHAR-BROIL GRILLING TEAM TOUR CHICK FIL A OF RIVERGATE CITADEL BROADCASTING COCA-COLA COMCAST SPOTLIGHT COMMERCIAL PAINTING COURTYARD MARRIOTT CROWN TENT & AWNING CSTVO CULLIGAN CUSION SEATS INC DELTA AIR LINES DICKENS TURF AND LANDSCAPE SUPPLY DIGITEC DORNA DRESCHLER & SHARP FANNING BEND FEDEX KINKOS FIRST TENNESSEE FISCHER'S HOT DOGS FRITO-LAY GATORADE GEICO GRAY LINE HILLSBORO VILLAGE SHELL AUTO SERVICE HOLIDAY INN BRENTWOOD HOLIDAY INN SELECT HONDA POWER EQUIPMENT HONEYWELL HOTEL PRESTON INGRAM INDUSTRIES JEEP CHRYSLER JIM KENNEDY SALES & LEASING JIM REED SUBARU JIMMY KELLY'S JOSLIN SIGNS KATHY PHARIS AGENCY KROGER FISCHER CO-OP LINDELL JEWELERS LIVE NATION LOEWS VANDERBILT HOTEL LOGAN'S ROADHOUSE LOWES MAGGIANOS MALL AT GREEN HILLS MARRIOTT MILLENNIUM MAXWELL HOUSE HOTEL NASHVILLE CHEMICAL NASHVILLE TENT & AWNING NATIONAL COMMODORE CLUB NISSAN NOSHVILLE DELI OTTERS CHICKEN OWEN GRADUATE SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENT PANCOAST BENEFITS PAPA JOHNS PORTER PAINTS PUBLIX RJ YOUNG SIRIUS SATELLITE RADIO SMITH SECKMAN REID SMOOTHIE KING SPECIALTY FOODS GROUP STOCK-YARD STONEY RIVER STRUCTURAL DESIGN GROUP SUNTRUST TACO BELL