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Dykes Honors 9/11 Victims, Prepares TCU for Grambling Clash
13 Sep
Summary
- TCU's 25th anniversary of 9/11 commemoration featured reflections from Coach Dykes.
- Dykes shared personal memories of 9/11 and his admiration for Mike Leach.
- TCU prepares for Grambling State, with Dykes holding a 2-0 coaching record against them.
The 25th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks served as a poignant backdrop for the recent Frog Club Luncheon, where TCU coaches engaged with fans. Head coach Sonny Dykes shared personal recollections of September 11, 2001, noting his time on the Texas Tech coaching staff under Mike Leach. Dykes reflected on hearing the news while in a McDonald's drive-thru and the subsequent cancellation of Texas Tech's scheduled game.
Dykes also spoke about his coaching history with Grambling State, anticipating his third career matchup against the Tigers. His previous encounters, both with Louisiana Tech and Cal, resulted in victories. Dykes expressed his commitment to moving forward positively after TCU's recent season-opening loss in Dublin, acknowledging the team's self-inflicted mistakes and emphasizing their readiness to perform better.
Looking ahead, Dykes praised Grambling State as a strong, physical, and talented team. He also highlighted the significant contributions of senior linebacker Hudson Hooper, whose journey from walk-on to captain exemplifies dedication. Dykes further expressed gratitude for the support and investment in the TCU football program from university leadership.
