American winner takes all

Chapter 211 Breaking through the Sky Dome I (22)

"George Holbert Walker, have you heard of this name?" Vincent asked.

Ethan shook his head.

"Then if I add a surname after this name, for example..."

"Prescott gave his son the same name as his father-in-law, which represents his respect for his father-in-law. In fact, George Holbert Walker also encouraged his son-in-law to become a senator. , As for what happens next, you and I both know." Vincent turned his head and said.

Ethan remained calm on the surface, but cold sweat broke out on the back of his neck.

To put it simply, George Holbert Walker had a good son-in-law named Prescott. With the help of his father-in-law, this man made his fortune during the Great Depression. He was later appointed by Roosevelt as chairman of the War Foundation and became the president of the War Foundation after the war. Senator from Connecticut, and his son and grandson would become the future commanders.

Catherine had told him about the Death Brotherhood at Yale before. It happened that three generations of the family had been there, and the family history museum belonged to...

"As for Walker himself, he is now retreating behind the scenes and making some investments on Wall Street. Compared with money and power, we like to focus on sports." Vincent said.

Come to think of it, for Walker, who is already at the top, only sports can interest him.

"George Herbert Walker II was a heavyweight boxing champion in Missouri. He loved golf. He founded golf's Walker Cup. He rebuilt Madison Square Garden and built the Belmont Racecourse. .”

"His brother-in-law was one of the founders of the Davis Cup. His son, George Herbert Walker III, created the New York Mets."

"Even Prescott won the favor of George Herbert Walker because of his outstanding performance on the Yale University baseball team and agreed to let his eldest daughter Dorothy Walker marry him."

I’ve learned that you can still find a good father-in-law if you are good at sports.

"So, you are from a sports family?" Ethan suddenly felt that he had a professional counterpart.

"You can understand it this way. Most of my cousins ​​are athletes." Vincent nodded.

"In that case, I don't know if you are interested in football. I have a secret cooperation with the University of Alabama, the Independence Bowl..." Ethan immediately told his brother-in-law about matchmaking for the University of Alabama.

"The major football leagues have never had much trouble with the NCAA, which sounds pretty good." Vincent said after a moment of thought.

In my heart, I was somewhat surprised by this young man, Ethan. I didn’t expect that he would be able to seize the opportunity.

Ethan didn't say much. He naturally understood that the Walker family was the ultimate backer, and his love for sports flowed in his blood, but it was not enough to make him fall in love now.

There is ample time.

"Then I wish you good luck." Vincent said noncommittally.

The two then talked more about Catherine.

"I will meet with Catherine in person in a while...it will be up to you to inform me." Vincent said.

Although this is not quite in line with my father's requirements, I can only make mistakes now.

Coming out of the lounge, Ethan looked up at the clear sky.

I just feel that the world seems to become wider.

The sudden appearance of the Walker family brought great good news to Ethan.

Even the path forward is becoming clearer.

This makes Ethan can't help but think of the venue where Florida will face off next week, which is the indoor stadium called "Sky Dome" in Atlanta.

I just want this sky dome to never cover my eyes again.

·
University of Florida, football practice facility.

Danny Woolverley stretched his body and passed the ball to his teammate thirty yards away easily.

The action seems light, but the football shot is powerful and heavy, like a cannonball. Both the speed and angle are perfect.

At this time, he showed characteristics similar to Ethan's, and also adopted a form without any advance run-up. He could throw the ball to the far end with a simple force.

At this time, he was wearing a half-sleeved training suit, but he could see the exaggerated knotted muscles on his arms, like a ferocious giant python.

He is not very tall, only 1.8 meters, but weighs 220 pounds. He looks extremely strong.

Known for his ruthless and quick passing style, he has completed 39 touchdown passes this year, setting a new Southeastern Conference record.This data is twice that of Ethan.

39 touchdown passes in a season may not seem very impressive, but if you take into account the terrifying defensive intensity of the Southeastern Conference and look across the country, you may not be able to find a quarterback who is better at attacking than him.

This is also the most important reason why he later won the 96 Heisman Award.

But all this is without meeting Ethan...

In a few seconds, the football crossed half of the field and was easily caught by Danny's teammates. The black receiver's body stretched completely in the air, like an eagle.

Ike Hilliard, the team's main wide receiver.

He was once the best defensive player in the Southeastern Conference, but he always adhered to his ideals and insisted on playing wide receiver. Such persistence made him sit on the bench for a whole year in his first year of college, and he only won the championship in his sophomore season. Opportunity.

In that season, he made everyone's eyes shine as soon as he appeared on the stage. In recent years, he has become the team's number one offensive point.This year he has caught 47 passes for a total of 900 yards and ten touchdowns.

A few years later, he would be selected into the "Team of the Century" selected by the University of Florida and have a special nickname - "The Alligator King."

As Ike's partner, Redel Anthony also performed well this year.His previous performance was mediocre, but this year he suddenly experienced explosive growth. He caught 72 passes throughout the year, gained a total of 1170 yards, and completed 18 touchdowns, ranking first in the team.

As for running back Fred Taylor, he is not the most conspicuous one, but his role cannot be ignored.In fact, this was the best running back in the NFL in 2000.

In addition to the best offense in the country, Florida's defense cannot be underestimated.

Linebacker James Best, the defensive core of the team, contributed 107 tackles throughout the year, six of which were in the opponent's half. In other words, the opponent had to retreat before they had time to start.

and defensive leader Lawrence Wright.As an experienced safety, he actually contributed 74 sacks this year, which makes him the best defensive player in the Southeastern Conference this year.

After being punished by the NCAA five years ago and after four years of steady climb, the Florida Gators are now in the strongest shape in history, ranking among the best in the country in almost every position.

In addition to this group of talented young players, Florida's ability to reach its current state is naturally inseparable from the personal guidance of meritorious coach Steve Spurrier.

As the son of a pastor, he seemed particularly reserved and calm. He put his hands in his pockets and looked at the proud disciples in front of him.

Although Florida is much higher than Alabama in terms of paper strength, he still dare not take it lightly at this time.

"You guys all come here." Steve Spurrier waved to the absolute main players in the team.

"Today we are not training, but we are going to take a class. The name of this class is Ethan O'Connor. Whether it is the offensive end or the defensive end, I need you to learn every move and every detail of Ethan O'Connor, Even every blink of an eye is firmly engraved in the soul!" He said to everyone calmly.

·
"Vincent Walker?" Catherine on the other end of the phone looked particularly confused.

"I had never heard of that name at all," she added.

"In fact, he has been secretly inspecting you for a long time." Ethan said on the other end of the phone. "Then how did you two meet?" Catherine was even more confused about this point.

"This is a complete coincidence. He participated in a tennis match in Alabama. He is also an NCAA athlete like us." Ethan scratched his head.

"What did he say to you?" Catherine asked next.

"I didn't say too much. By the way, he will visit you and the children in a while. Then you two can communicate in detail. If you have any questions, you can ask him." Ethan continued.

"Then how much do you know about the surname Walker?"

"I don't know much..." Ethan didn't tell the truth completely. It would be better for Catherine to find out these things in person. He was afraid that speaking on the phone would scare Catherine.

"Also, please let Mia answer the phone, okay?"

"I'm here." Then Mia's voice came from the phone.

"Walker's people are looking for me." Ethan lowered his voice.

"Do you want to leave Catherine, including me?" Mia seemed to have known what Vincent would say.

"So you knew this all along?!" Ethan exclaimed.

"No, I don't know much more than you do. All I know is that the other party has a very important background. Your father didn't say anything back then. He only told me that she was the daughter of his best friend."

"Where did he go to college?" Ethan asked.

"Yale."

"So, when Catherine was choosing a university, you didn't approve of her going to Yale?"

"Hmm, but you don't think so, do you?"

"This may be fate." Ethan let out a long breath.

If Catherine had not gone to Yale, she might never have met her real family in her life.

"what's the result?"

"As a result, his attitude changed after he heard that Catherine had a child."

"This is not a voluntary change, this is a forced change."

"I know."

"Also, could your father's death be related to this?" Mia raised a new question.

"Then you can only know if you go to Las Vegas in person...wait a minute." Ethan suddenly thought of a person.

That man was in Las Vegas, his "bonus" agent, Murphy, who was also Irish.

"I advise you not to investigate this matter, at least not now. Knowing too much will not be good for you." Mia continued.

"I know." Ethan said obediently that he would not pursue it.

"That's great. Also...Catherine and I have decided to leave for Atlanta to cheer you on in person."

Ethan looked at Heidi Klum and Bridget Hall who were sitting on the sofa watching TV not far away.

"Is it really necessary?" Ethan said worriedly.

"Of course, that's it, I wish you good luck in the competition." Mia hung up the phone.

As soon as Ethan put down the phone, another call came, this time it was Lisa.

"Sorry, honey, I'm afraid I can't go to Atlanta, but I have a surprise for you."

Surprise or fright?
"and many more……"

"The two of them should have arrived by now." Lisa said.

not……

"Yes, it's Sarah Gellar and Jennifer Hewitt. They have been clamoring to come. To make up for the Thanksgiving holiday, I gave them a long vacation."

Ethan looked at the two models watching TV again.

Things seem to be getting more chaotic.

Fortunately among misfortunes, Gisele Bundchen will never be able to run away to the United States.

Ethan, who was about to hang up the phone, saw a text message appear on his phone, from Penny Weber.

The documentary filming plan is entering the final stage. She will go abroad as the host and conduct an exclusive interview with Ethan.

Well, it's better for Penny to come than for Giselle to come. Ethan doesn't want to shock Giselle's young mind.

Putting down his cell phone, Ethan's mind began to picture the scene where several women would bleed after meeting.

I just want to shout: Coach, I want to play football.

·
In the afternoon of that year, Ethan left the two models in the apartment and returned to the training hall. Today was Thursday, the game would not officially start until next Saturday, and next Thursday would be the time for the team to leave for Atlanta.

There is still a whole week left for Ethan, which is enough to prepare new tactics.

"Coach Eugene, I am fully aware of my mistakes a few days ago. To make up for it, I decided... to stay in the training hall this week and not go back to the apartment." Ethan said righteously.

It's not that I don't want to go back, but that I can't go back.

"Okay. Very good." Eugene nodded immediately.

The prodigal son never changes his mind, so he naturally hopes that Ethan can return from his lost ways.

"This time the team has prepared a special training plan for you, which is enough to make you look brand new within a week." There was a trace of imperceptible cruelty in the corner of Eugene's mouth.

Brat, I'll make up for all the missed training this week.

"I mean, actually just continue the training of the past few weeks." Ethan expressed his opinion implicitly.

"I understand, you want to increase the amount of training, I can arrange it!"

"No, no, no, that's not what I meant. Too boring mechanical training will not be very effective."

"You want something more challenging? OK, let's start tonight!" Eugene immediately patted Ethan on the shoulder, his eyes twinkling.

(End of this chapter)