This Day is for You

[jibsey]

We get that Casual Fan is a term of endearment to you Chief and we don't want to bust your chops but it reminds me of the term "amateur", like you and the "real UCONN fans" don't bother with First Night because it's just a little show you spend too much time in the locker room, at practice, and in deep meaningful conversations with coach Hurley all week long as any insider would, while the rest of us scrounge for scraps of information on the program.

 

[Stainmaster]

We get that Casual Fan is a term of endearment to you Chief and we don't want to bust your chops but it reminds me of the term "amateur", like you and the "real UCONN fans" don't bother with First Night because it's just a little show you spend too much time in the locker room, at practice, and in deep meaningful conversations with coach Hurley all week long as any insider would, while the rest of us scrounge for scraps of information on the program.

It’s his way of saying that people who don’t affirm everything he posts don’t know anything about basketball.

 

[80shusky]

As a casual fan, I am very grateful for this post.

 

[imno1]

I feel I’m a casual fan for not going

 

[Hurleyman216]

There’s nothing more “casual” than calling other fans “casual”.

 

[Vancat]

Still can't figure out if it's a schtick or a real personality. Either way, it's sad.

 

[ShakyTheMohel]

I always thought casual fan was more about what clothing you wore.

 

[Tyler2Rings]

Cmon guys no one on the BY is a casual fan. We pour hours into into discussing UConn basketball, breaking down players and strategy, and collectively hating certain rivals and the NCAA. The "casual fans" Chief talks about are the folks who don't know the difference between man and zone defense, who would believe you if you told them Craig Austrie was the backup PG, and who are going to first night for Ayo and Teo. Quite frankly, their investment in UConn basketball is measured by how entertained they are by a game or event. Don't be offended! If you are on this site, you are not a casual fan.

 

[Dove]

Cmon guys no one on the BY is a casual fan. We pour hours into into discussing UConn basketball, breaking down players and strategy, and collectively hating certain rivals and the NCAA. The "casual fans" Chief talks about are the folks who don't know the difference between man and zone defense, who would believe you if you told them Craig Austrie was the backup PG, and who are going to first night for Ayo and Teo. Quite frankly, their investment in UConn basketball is measured by how entertained they are by a game or event. Don't be offended! If you are on this site, you are not a casual fan.

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BOOM!!!!!

 

[August_West]

Casual Fans enjoy your day and First Night. Chief won’t be inside Gampel but Chief hopes you all have a great time.

Parole officer didnt clear it for you? Should have said it was a Doctors appt.

 

[Chief00]

Not to be overshadowed, Chief finds a way to turn the first night narrative back to him. I can’t ignore this thread fast enough.

25 Likes and 1,371 Views later your post seems even more out of touch now!

 

[formerlurker]

Counting "likes" is pretty f'in casual.

 

[Austin316]

I feel like boneyarders aren’t casual fans. Casual fans don’t talk about UConn men’s/womens Athletics year round or post here on the bone yard. Casual fans, to me, are those who are very laid back when it comes to their team. They throw the game on here and there, might own some husky gear, and might be able to hold a UConn conversation. They won’t invest their time into observing the team during the off season to the extent the yard does. Pretty sure they would even call themselves a casual fan.

Not us. We are a different breed. We are mostly made up of die hard fans. You have your casual fans, the die hards, and the insiders. Your all animals to me!

Let’s have fun tonight!

Go Huskies!

 

[HuskyHawk]

Not going. Have never gone. Maybe when I retire. Nah, I don't like the music now and would hate it then. It's for the students, and ours do need a reminder of the energy and enthusiasm level they need to bring.

 

[HawkHusky]

I feel like boneyarders aren’t casual fans. Casual fans don’t talk about UConn men’s/womens Athletics year round or post here on the bone yard. Casual fans, to me, are those who are very laid back when it comes to their team. They throw the game on here and there, might own some husky gear, and might be able to hold a UConn conversation. They won’t invest their time into observing the team during the off season to the extent the yard does. Pretty sure they would even call themselves a casual fan.

Not us. We are a different breed. We are mostly made up of die hard fans. You have your casual fans, the die hards, and the insiders. Your all animals to me!

Let’s have fun tonight!

Go Huskies!

There's a Casual Fan Spectrum. Boneyarders can still register on it.

 

[sirjames]

Thanks Chief enjoy your posts!

 

[Ray's Jumper]

This First Night video always fires me up!

First Night

 

[Palatine]

Am I a casual fan? Sure, if the situation demands it. That doesn't mean I disregard the finer things and creature comforts that make any occasion suitable for my highly tuned and discriminating tastes.

 

[UCDaveD]

@Chief00 [to haters]: Son, we live in a world that has online forums, and those forums have to be guarded by men with inside information. Who's gonna provide it? You? You, @UconnBoston ? Chief has a greater responsibility than you can possibly fathom. You weep for Kevin Ollie, and you curse Chief. You have that luxury. You have the luxury of not knowing what Chief knows -- that Chief's predictions, while cryptic, probably saved lives; and Chief's existence, while grotesque and incomprehensible to you, saves lives.

You don't want the truth because deep down in places you don't talk about at First Nights, you want Chief on the Boneyard-- you need Chief on the Boneyard.
We use words like "dams," "casual fans," "flood waters." We use these words as the backbone of a life spent defending something. You use them as a punch line.

Chief has neither the time nor the inclination to explain Chief's self to a man who rises and sleeps under the blanket of the very information that I provide and then questions the manner in which I provide it.

Chief would rather that you just said "thank you" and went on your way. Otherwise, Chief suggests you pick up some information and make a post. Either way, Chief doesn't give a DAMN what you think you're entitled to!

 

[HawkHusky]

I think Chief gives a dam.

 

[Thirty Three]

Translation: Chief can't go because of the restraining order.

 

[QDOG5]

Chief, there is no emotional process involved Chief. Chief started a Chief thread with the two things Chief shows the most disdain for in previous Chief messages. If Chief stayed up past midnight so Chief could post a misleading title to the message of Chief's post then I must congratulate Chief's subterfuge. If Chief does not realize that Chief is being jerky then Chief is not being honest with his Chiefself.

 

[Chief00]

Chief, there is no emotional process involved Chief. Chief started a Chief thread with the two things Chief shows the most disdain for in previous Chief messages. If Chief stayed up past midnight so Chief could post a misleading title to the message of Chief's post then I must congratulate Chief's subterfuge. If Chief does not realize that Chief is being jerky then Chief is not being honest with his Chiefself.

I am sorry, I read your post twice but still don’t understand it enough to respond in a meaningful manner. Please let me suggest, Chief staying up past midnight might not be the unusual milestone event it is to you. The title was from the heart and entirely consistent with previous posts. I have always been an advocate of casual fans and respect and appreciate their value. I want them to enjoy this day.

 

[Danzz]

Quite frankly, this time of year,my preference is watching a competitive practice by a long shot.
I can’t believe how so many have been so damaged that they just don’t accept the well wishes for what it is - and say thanks. Who brought you dudes up?

Are you allowed in practice?

 

[formerlurker]

Are you allowed in practice?

Countdown to simple yes no answer. . . .