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CL82 said:
UConn has a very good following the NYC and Boston. You may know that our home arena in Storrs, CT is Gampel Arena. Well Madison Square Garden in NYC is known as Gampel South. Our fan support there is amazing.

This video is from our Elite 8 against Michigan State at MSG:



It was basically a UConn home game despite the fact that Michigan State travels very well.
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You can post any of those great clips anytime! I never tire of watching them. (Here's another of my favorites!)

 
CL82 said:
UConn has a very good following the NYC and Boston. You may know that our home arena in Storrs, CT is Gampel Arena. Well Madison Square Garden in NYC is known as Gampel South. Our fan support there is amazing.

This video is from our Elite 8 against Michigan State at MSG:



It was basically a UConn home game despite the fact that Michigan State travels very well. AMTRAK scheduled a special train from Hartford just to handle the crowd going to the game. I think it is fair say we have a decent presence there.
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Just got chills watching that. Felt like I was back in the Garden watching it live. Thank you.
 
sportsart said:
I don't know about anyone else, but the 2 wins over Baylor and 1 over Iowa St would be my favorites. :D
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Robert Griffin III: The thing that people think is when you go to these big stadiums and they have 80,000 people or 100,000 people, that these are the toughest stadiums to play at, but really, those aren't. When you have that many people, most of the time, the fans are pretty far away from the field. The toughest places to play are the ones that are jam-packed, are really tight to the field, and sit about 45,000 people. When we played at UConn my freshman year, that was the loudest place I've ever been as a football player. The stands are right next to the field, it was packed, and everyone was yelling. That was probably the coolest place for me to play at aside from Texas, Texas A&M, and Nebraska.

Link
 
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MattMang23 said:
Wow. I can't believe you just did that...
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Nothing mean meant.
2nd Temple in New England is certainly an attraction.
I suppose the "monstrosity" part can be read wrong but that was me being cheeky for some of the early controversy that went along with building such a large place in colonial Farmington.

Even my heathen @ss was impressed by the Temple in SLC when I visited there.
 
CL82 said:
Robert Griffin III: The thing that people think is when you go to these big stadiums and they have 80,000 people or 100,000 people, that these are the toughest stadiums to play at, but really, those aren't. When you have that many people, most of the time, the fans are pretty far away from the field. The toughest places to play are the ones that are jam-packed, are really tight to the field, and sit about 45,000 people. When we played at UConn my freshman year, that was the loudest place I've ever been as a football player. The stands are right next to the field, it was packed, and everyone was yelling. That was probably the coolest place for me to play at aside from Texas, Texas A&M, and Nebraska.

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I hope that quote is used in our presentation.
 
ElGuapo said:
Nothing mean meant.
2nd Temple in New England is certainly an attraction.
I suppose the "monstrosity" part can be read wrong but that was me being cheeky for some of the early controversy that went along with building such a large place in colonial Farmington.

Even my heathen @ss was impressed by the Temple in SLC when I visited there.
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I wasn't aware that there would be a temple in Hartford, so it's good to know. It looks like a beautiful building to me, but I'll grant that these things can be somewhat subjective. In any case, from a practical sense regarding athletics, having a temple in Hartford can only mean that there is a significant enough population of Mormons in the area to potentially make a meaningful dent in ticket sales or TV eyeballs, granted that all Mormons are not sports fans, much less BYU fans. It doesn't hurt that the founding of our church was in nearby parts of New England either. That could make an enticing travel destination for many of us. I've been to upstate New York and parts of New England a couple of times to tour those areas for that reason, coupled with a Broadway play or something, and I'm sure many would find a football or basketball game a good excuse for a visit of this sort, perhaps.

But let's not get the cart before the horse. We're not even sure to be in yet, so forgive me if I'm hijacking this thread with my anxiety/anticipation.
 
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Tom Groeschen ‏@TomGroeschen 4h4 hours ago
Tuberville on Big 12 expansion, says #UC has made its pitch: 'If it's meant to be, it'll happen.'

Tom Groeschen
@TomGroeschen
Cincinnati Enquirer sports reporter
 
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jostar1 said:
Tom Groeschen ‏@TomGroeschen 4h4 hours ago
Tuberville on Big 12 expansion, says #UC has made its pitch: 'If it's meant to be, it'll happen.'

Tom Groeschen
@TomGroeschen
Cincinnati Enquirer sports reporter
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so BYU and Cinci have gone. Is UConn next up?
 
WestHartHusk said:
When the hell do we pitch? Who is being pitched to? Ahhhh!
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How do we know they actually made a formal pitch/presentation? They could just be referring to campaigning behind the scenes or letting the Big 12 know they're interested.
 
Jeff Gravley ‏@jgravleyWRAL 5h5 hours ago Raleigh, NC
NC attorney general @RoyCooperNC pushing for @ECUAthletics to join big 12.

http://www.ncdoj.gov/getdoc/962e9d6f-ffee-40a1-bce3-ef3b14bdf278/CommissionerBowlsbyLtr2.aspx

Roy Cooper ‏@RoyCooperNC 2h2 hours ago
#ECU's inclusion in the Big 12 would mean big things for our university system and eastern NC.

In letters, Cooper and McCrory lobby Big 12 to invite ECU
Read more at In letters, Cooper and McCrory lobby Big 12 to invite ECU :: WRALSportsFan.com
 
jostar1 said:
Jeff Gravley ‏@jgravleyWRAL 5h5 hours ago Raleigh, NC
NC attorney general @RoyCooperNC pushing for @ECUAthletics to join big 12.

http://www.ncdoj.gov/getdoc/962e9d6f-ffee-40a1-bce3-ef3b14bdf278/CommissionerBowlsbyLtr2.aspx

Roy Cooper ‏@RoyCooperNC 2h2 hours ago
#ECU's inclusion in the Big 12 would mean big things for our university system and eastern NC.

In letters, Cooper and McCrory lobby Big 12 to invite ECU
Read more at In letters, Cooper and McCrory lobby Big 12 to invite ECU :: WRALSportsFan.com
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Cooper is also running for Governor, so take this for what it's worth.
 
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4in16 said:
How do we know they actually made a formal pitch/presentation? They could just be referring to campaigning behind the scenes or letting the Big 12 know they're interested.
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The critical moment better not happen when our AD is in the Bahamas.
 
jostar1 said:
We're drinking pina coladas. ;)
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Hmm I might have to write another verse if this goes south.


The Pina Colada Song (UConn version)

I am tired of our conference, I mean it does kind of suck.
But I don't see a way out, without a whole lotta luck.
How did we end up here, when were really hot?
I thought back on how Louisville got the last P5 spot:

Warde had Pina Coladas, while watching girl's basketball.
He did not do any lobbying which is what caused us to fall.
If you like being in a real conference, with teams that you've known for years,
Don't trust the fan of the donuts or you'll end up in tears.

Now I don't blame Suzy, I know it sounds kind of mean.
But I expect that a "rock star" would have known the routine.
Nothing is given, to those who sit back and wait.
And when you think where the blame lies, it's not up for debate...

Warde had Pina Coladas, while watching girl's basketball.
He should have been working, but he was dropping the ball.
So now we're stuck playing Tulsa and likely will be for years.
We trusted the fan of the donuts and we ended in tears.​
 
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CL82 said:
UConn has a very good following the NYC and Boston. You may know that our home arena in Storrs, CT is Gampel Arena. Well Madison Square Garden in NYC is known as Gampel South. Our fan support there is amazing.

This video is from our Elite 8 against Michigan State at MSG:

[MEDIA = youtube] 5gUcq6JDqW8 [/ MEDIA]

It was basically a UConn home game despite the fact that Michigan State travels very well. AMTRAK scheduled a special train from Hartford just to handle the crowd going to the game. I think it is fair say we have a decent presence there.
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Take it a step further. MSG was, supposedly, St. Johns second home. The St. Johns' athletic department was so upset by the overwhelming number of UConn fans that filled MSG, that they actually changed their ticket plan. To purchase a UConn/St. Johns MSG ticket, one had to purchase a package including two or three horrible St. Johns games all, I believe, at Alumni Hall.

How many "away" teams have that kind of power?
 
nelsonmuntz said:
This is gonna hurt.
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Get ready Nnneeeelson!.​
 
jostar1 said:
Jeff Gravley ‏@jgravleyWRAL 5h5 hours ago Raleigh, NC
NC attorney general @RoyCooperNC pushing for @ECUAthletics to join big 12.

http://www.ncdoj.gov/getdoc/962e9d6f-ffee-40a1-bce3-ef3b14bdf278/CommissionerBowlsbyLtr2.aspx

Roy Cooper ‏@RoyCooperNC 2h2 hours ago
#ECU's inclusion in the Big 12 would mean big things for our university system and eastern NC.

In letters, Cooper and McCrory lobby Big 12 to invite ECU
Read more at In letters, Cooper and McCrory lobby Big 12 to invite ECU :: WRALSportsFan.com
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"Academically, ECU Is an Institution of higher education with nationally recognized undergraduate, graduate, and medical programs. It is a critical component of the crown Jewel of North Carolina, the University of North Carolina higher education system."
 
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amory said:

Keep pushing that NY presence.
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UConn Baseball@UConnBaseball 1 hour ago
Jim Penders was one of 500 Husky alums at 2016 #UConn Night at @CitiField on Tues.
500 UConn Alumni Converge at Citi Field in New York

>>“I think it says a lot, and I’m really encouraged by it,” said UConn Athletic Director David Benedict. “We need to build the passion in our fan base not just locally, but regionally and nationally. I think the fact we’ve had 500 people there tells me that we do have a passionate fan base and that when provided the opportunity, we’ve got fans that are willing to come out and support UConn. This was a great event, and we’re going to continue to mobilize our fan base in New York as much as we possibly can.<<

>>“I always like being around UConn Huskies in any environment,” said Penders. “To be with 500 Huskies in the Big Apple cheering on the Mets was extra special. We have more of our former players competing in the Mets organization than any other club, and so many of our alumni are in the New York metro area. The Wilpon family and their organization have always been great to our program. It was great to share a special night with UConn Nation in our home away from home – New York City.”<<
 
FWIW This was posted on TOS Main board:

"Word on the street is that an announcement could come as soon as next week. It looks like the 4 schools will be Cincy, Memphis, Houston, and BYU. Still trying to work out the details with BYU on all sports or football only. This comes from the same person that told me on July 1st that the Big 12 would announce they are expanding during the week of Big 12 media days and two weeks later they would anounce the schools. The marketing/merchandising departments of one school has been contacted by the conference and asked if they could have stuff ready by Monday if needed. I'm just sharing what I heard, so TIFWIW and don't shoot the messagenger."
 
Clockshop said:
FWIW This was posted on TOS Main board:

"Word on the street is that an announcement could come as soon as next week. It looks like the 4 schools will be Cincy, Memphis, Houston, and BYU. Still trying to work out the details with BYU on all sports or football only. This comes from the same person that told me on July 1st that the Big 12 would announce they are expanding during the week of Big 12 media days and two weeks later they would anounce the schools. The marketing/merchandising departments of one school has been contacted by the conference and asked if they could have stuff ready by Monday if needed. I'm just sharing what I heard, so TIFWIW and don't shoot the messagenger."
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That would literally be the absolute worst case scenario for us.
 
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