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The_Philster
06-15-2003, 08:20 AM
TAMPA - At 2 a.m. Saturday, Laquntas Marcus got out of bed and began ironing her sons' clothes. After all, things had to be just right.

By 7, Marcus, husband Milton and sons Milton Jr., 11, Terrance and Keith, 10, and Emaji, 2, were dressed in full Buccaneers ensemble and began the drive from their Lakeland home to the Bucs Fanfest at Raymond James Stadium.

Keith said he wanted Ronde Barber's autograph. Terrance and dad wanted Keenan McCardell's. Milton Jr. wanted them all.

"What we have here is a chance to inspire the kids," Milton Marcus said. "They all play football and they are all huge Bucs fans. Whatever they want to do, I back them. When you have an event like this, it gives them inspiration to come out and see the players, realize that they are human and see just how big the stadium is. They have never been in the stadium so it's a good experience. And to meet their heroes, it's even better."...

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The_Philster
06-15-2003, 08:24 AM
TAMPA - An estimated 45,000 Tampa Bay Buccaneers loyalists endured searing heat and Disney-esque lines at Raymond James Stadium for Saturday's FanFest, indulging in a four- hour stroll down memory lane to relive January's Super Bowl championship.
Coach Jon Gruden sat with owner Malcolm Glazer, signing autographs for supporters who arrived as early as 5 a.m. to grab choice spots in line.

With the exceptions of running back Michael Pittman, quarterback Brad Johnson, wide receiver Keyshawn Johnson and defensive end Simeon Rice, all of the key Bucs players appeared to greet supporters and sign merchandise....
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