Greg Townsend Autograph Signing

Greg Townsend made one of his many appearances at the Raider Image in Ontario. The Raider Image in Ontario is Greg's second home. He practically lives there. I headed to this event knowing that it would be another easy autograph session.

I found some of Greg's football cards in my collection and knew I wanted to get them signed. When I arrived in the late afternoon only a few kids were in line getting autographs.  I only took football cards since greg signs them for a reasonable price. He signed my cards and we talked about the upcoming football season for a bit.

Signing Recap: 

• People in line when I arrived? 2 kids. 
• Free signing? No, he charged me $5.00 for each card signed. 
• Items per person? As many as you wanted. You would just have to keep feeding him money.
• Giveaways? None.
• City of the event? Ontario. 

This is what Greg had to offer fans that didn't bring their 

own items. Everything on this table was for sale. He also mentioned 

his new book when we talked. It's pictured in the bottom right corner.

Greg's real money maker is charging fans for photo 

ops at $5 a pop. Here I am with Greg on December 2, 2009.

Here I am with Greg on May 8, 2011.

Here I am with Greg on September 17, 2011.

Another photo with Greg on September 17, 2011.

Last but not least. Here I am with Greg in our most recent photo.

Greg is the only person that I'v ever paid for a photo op. All combined I'v paid Greg $20 just to take pictures with him. The truth is I don't mind since he never made nearly as much money as current football players. Will this be the last Greg Townsend appearance I attend? Probably not. It's always an easy meet and greet autograph session and he may need the money. 

Thanks to The Raider Image in Ontario and Greg Townsend for this appearance.

Email: myautographsignings@yahoo.com

Ted Hendricks Autograph Signing

NFL Hall of Famer Ted Hendricks made an appearance at The Raider Image in Ontario. After work I decided to head out to Ontario to meet this Raiders great. When I arrived I noticed that a line had formed outside of the store. It wasn't a huge turnout but that's usually expected at a paid signing.

Ted arrived earlier than expected and started signing right away. The line moved very slow since Ted took his time to meet with fans and take photos. He also included his Hall of Fame inscription with every autograph purchased. It was another easy signing at The Raider Image.

Signing Recap:

• People in line? About 40-50 people when I arrived.
• Free signing? No. The cost was $30-$50 depending on the item.
• Giveaways? None.
• Which Raider Image location? Ontario.

"Please sign the ball here".

Ted must of got tired of sitting down. He signed

autographs while standing up for a good portion of the line.

I love the fact that former players actually sign their names.

Most current athletes just scribble and initial when they sign autographs.

This has nothing to do with the signing but here it is. Since this was a football signing, I will end this post with a skit from the television show In Living Color. The skit is titled "Men on Football" featuring Damon Wayans and David Allen Grier. Both men discuss football from their point of view.

Email: myautographsignings@yahoo.com

Rod Martin Autograph Signing

My first signing of the new year. Rod Martin made an appearance at The Raider Image in Ontario. The signing was scheduled from 3:00-7:00 in the evening. I arrived a couple of hours into the signing and only a few people were there. Rod had a table full of 8X10 photos to choose from. I chose a couple of black and whites for him to sign.

I finally got to meet Rod Martin. He makes appearances all the time but mostly in the L.A. area. I patiently waited for him to make an appearance at The Raider Image in Ontario and took advantage of it.

Signing Recap:

• People in line? 4 people when I arrived.
• Free signing? No. Prices ranged from $10-$30 depending on the item.
• Giveaways? None.
• Which Raider Image location? Ontario.

Below is a video of why I love going to these Raider Image signings.

I recorded the video as I arrived at the store. No hassles, long lines or bullshit.

Rod Martin played ball at USC. He told me he believes USC

will play for the National Title next season. Fight on!

Thanks to The Raider Image and Rod Martin for this event.

I would also like to thank Andy for the photo.

Email: myautographsignings@yahoo.com

Jeff Jaeger Autograph Signing

Former Raiders kicker Jeff Jaeger made an appearance at The Raider Image to sign autographs. Jeff was scheduled to meet with fans from 12-4 p.m. I arrived a couple of hours after the signing started and only a couple of people were in line. When I went to the front of the table I noticed his prices per autograph. He had 8X10's for $10 or two for $15 which included the autograph. It was very reasonable pricing.

Jeff was very friendly. He was greeting customers as they walked into the store.

Here is Jeff signing one of my items.

Below are both of my signed photos.

Signing Recap:

• People in line? Only a few when I arrived.
• Free signing? No.
  
• Price per autograph? $10 or two for $15.
• Which Raider Image location? Ontario.
  
• Giveaways? None.

Thanks to The Raider Image and Jeff Jaeger for this event.

Greg Townsend Autograph Signing

The last six signings that I have attended have been right after work in the Ontario area. This time it was for another Greg Townsend appearance at the Raider Image. I couldn't make it out to the Luc Robitaille appearance in San Bernardino so I ended up heading out to Ontario instead.

When I arrived there was only one person in line. I got my items signed and talked some football with Greg. He told me that he thinks the Raiders have a good chance at making the playoffs this season. I hope they don't. I'm not a Raider hater but I'm not a Raiders fan if that makes any sense.

Signing Recap:

• People in line? 1 person when I arrived.
• Giveaways? None.
• Which Raider Image location? Ontario.
• Free signing? No.

Here is Greg holding my two big autographed cards. He was selling shirts like the one he is wearing. I didn't bother asking him for the price of each shirt. Maybe if I was a Raiders fan.

Greg charged me $5 to take a photo with him.

I figured I would get my moneys worth and ask him for a second pose.

I have two other posts on Greg Townsend appearances linked below.

Greg Townsend signing autographs on Mothers Day 2011 linked here.
Greg Townsend at Raider Image in 2009 linked here.

Thanks to the Raider Image and Greg Townsend for this appearance.

Questions or Comments? Email me @ myautographsignings@yahoo.com

Jack Squirek Autograph Signing

Former Raider Jack Squirek made an appearance at The Raider Image to meet with fans. This was another signing where I arrived directly from work. When I showed up at The Raider Image Jack was all alone. Jack had 8.5 x 11 photos available for purchase at $15 a photo. Any additional photos would cost $10 each. I quickly chose a photo, got my photo op and left Ontario Mills. I was in and out of the mall within 5 minutes.

I'm not a Raiders fan but go to The Raider Image events time and time again. It seems as if The Raider Image in Ontario has a former Raider make an appearance every month. It's always an easy autograph. No need to wake up early, camp out, or wait in a long line.

Signing Recap:

• People in line? Zero.
  
• Items per person? As many as you wanted at $10 for additional autographs.
  
• Giveaways? None.
• Which Raider Image location? Ontario Mills
  
• Free signing? No.
  

Jack's career highlight was when he intercepted Joe Theismann's screen pass right before halftime in Super Bowl XVIII. I also have a post when I met Joe Theismann linked here. The video is via YouTube.

Thanks to Jack Squirek and The Raider Image for this event.

Cedrick Hardman Autograph Signing

The 49ers all time sack leader Cedrick Hardman made an appearance at The Raider Image to meet with fans. Cedrick also spent a couple of seasons with the Raiders to justify him signing autographs at The Raider Image. In the morning I wasn't sure about going since I would have to go to the signing directly from work. In the morning I did put my camera in the car in case I did attend the event.

After work I decided to head over but wasn't really excited. I arrived at Ontario Mills sweaty, smelly and dirty. It was a little embarrassing since there was a lot of eye candy walking around if you know what I mean. At the same time I didn't care as long as I got my autograph.

When I arrived at the store there was a short line of only 5 people. Cedrick had a table set up with his Raider photos. All photos were $10 and included a signature. I'm a 49ers fan so I wanted a photo of Cedrick in a 49ers uniform. I asked politely where all the niner photos were and he pulled out a stash from a bag. After getting my autograph Cedrick let me take a picture with him wearing his Super Bowl ring.

Signing Recap:

• People in line? 5 people.
• Items per person? As many as you wanted at $10 an autograph.
  
• Giveaways? None.
• Which Raider Image location? Ontario
  
• Free signing? No, but $10 for an autographed photo is dirt cheap.

Here is Cedrick signing my photo. All those years in the NFL took a toll on his hands.

Thanks to Cedrick Hardman and The Raider Image @ Ontario Mills for this event.