iramurphy
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1 hour ago, sioux24/7 said:QB in question:
3 star out of high school. Offers from the MAC mostly.
Good HS player. Doesn’t look like he played at Marshal. Buried on depth chart. We already have 3 guys who were outstanding HS players, and Feeney has played well when given PT. If we can replace the OL guys so we can protect our QB and run the ball consistently, I think we are OK at QB and can score points. I’d be surprised if he would be more than a depth guy, but who knows.
We have lots of holes to fill on defense. If we can play defense, we create offensive opportunities. I’m more concerned about OL and our defense than QB.
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1 hour ago, geaux_sioux said:
Lobster Mac from Harry’s is nice. Most any beef is as well. They also have a really good tequila cocktail that I enjoy. Best of all is the feel and atmosphere though. They did a great job with the interior.
When Hal is there he is great about greeting guests and making sure they have a good time. Hash browns are a must. Salmon always good but hard not to order a steak.
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On 12/6/2023 at 9:58 PM, HoopsFan03 said:
Anniversary coming up, what “nicer” restaurant would you recommend?
Harry’s is outstanding. Toasted Frog offers some unique options and always good.
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21 hours ago, UND-FB-FAN said:
Life is not simple, hindsight is 20/20, and people need to make the right decisions … okay.
I mean, I agree with all of those statements in general, but it doesn’t offset any of the previous comments and concerns. I would say that you just skipped over the highlighted concern of whether or not the right people are in fact in the right position.
Lastly, I don’t appreciate your first statement, but I understand there’s a combination of frustration and ignorance at play.
You obviously don’t know the person you are addressing or you probably wouldn’t use the word ignorance. Leave stupid judgements like that out of your posts and you have valid points.
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Just now, UND-FB-FAN said:
Learning from the past is different than relishing in the past. So, it would be ok to acknowledge that, and not distract.
I think most understand that. Try acknowledge it and move on. It makes for healthier debate.
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18 minutes ago, UND-FB-FAN said:
Living in the past is worth a minimum amount, in my opinion. Successful programs keep their eyes forward, and don’t get caught up in the rear-view mirror.
You are correct.
Unless we want to keep bitching about not hiring a different coach 10 yrs ago then it’s ok to kick that dead horse forever (and forever evermore). That would be ok.
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2 hours ago, Mama Sue said:
FBS is big, big money…..
As you are quickly learning first hand. Have fun.
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18 minutes ago, The Sicatoka said:
Three reasons to go into portal:
- someone whispered in your ear (likely Kilty)
- you're rolling the dice, seven or snake-eyes (and many who don't expect it get the snake)
- a quiet exit from playingI think one other reason is guys who want more playing time or an O or D scheme that may offer more opportunities for someone with their skill set. (TE who wants to be part of a passing game or a WR who feels they can stretch the field or get open on crossing routes).
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7 minutes ago, geaux_sioux said:
To the body language I would argue you can tell a lot without knowing football even. For example our defense. Their body language was terrible in a lot of games. It was the opposite against NDSU. Interestingly that was our best tackling game in the last 5 years.
Yeah but he can interpret the message sent. It’s easy to see when someone is mad, disappointed, excited etc but it’s a stretch to think we can tell what they are thinking.
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3 minutes ago, SIOUXFAN97 said:
how many times did you see bo's body language say "you've got to be kidding tommy".........i saw it a few times and so did some others.
what else could he have meant?????? has to aimed at someone that won't be here next year.....if all the coaches are coming back it aint them.....so it must be a player....so it must be a player that either graduated or entered the portal........so who did bo rely on the most do his job??? easton...kind of ...wright???? nope.............TOMMY? bingo.
You actually believe that you and others in the stands can interpret a FB player’s body language? In addition you can tell that a guy (one of our best if not the best player) announcing he is returning to UND does it by taking a shot at his departing teammate.
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4 minutes ago, jdub27 said:
Hearing in line with the top of what the NDSU players were allegedly offered.
And what number are you hearing?
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17 minutes ago, HoopsFan03 said:
College sports aren't sustainable for all student athletes no matter if there is NIL/the transfer portal or not. The majority of college sports lose tons of money every year. Unfortunately a lot of those sports will have to be cut by schools. That's unfortunate, but that's just the way business works. And college/college athletics is a business first.
I really don't think NIL has that much of an impact on the long term sustainability for all student athletes.
It’s not quite that simple. Most businesses aren’t subsidized by tax payer dollars in the same way as college athletics. Most business employees don’t get free housing, health care, training, board and travel expenses subsidized by taxpayers. Depending on the school, the amount subsidized, differs significantly as do the schools sports revenues In addition, no business will survive long for paying an entry level employee 6 or 7 figures while not paying others a fraction of that or not at all.
Businesses have clients and customers who have a recognizable return on their investment more valuable than bragging rights based on the accomplishments of others or incorporating a part of our identity based on an athletic team.
Most college athletic teams provide an opportunity for athletes to compete in their sports while getting an education. It is an important source of entertainment for students, alumni and the communities where they exist. It is a vehicle for schools to maintain and foster relationships with alumni which can lead to donations to the university often for academic scholarships or non-athletic endeavors. It is a great tool to market the university. Previous research showed success of athletic teams is a positive factor for enrollment.
Your thinly veiled shots over time at “older people” shows a lack of understanding of life’s experiences. Those with experience frequently can bring a different perspective for consideration that often can save a business a lot of money and prevent mistakes. There needs to be a healthy balance with decision makers so businesses and organizations don’t become stagnant because those with experience are uncomfortable with change or haven’t stayed current with demographics of their targeted clients/customers, technology, economic changes etc. It would be a mistake to assume older men and women are not keeping current with those changes as the business evolves. Those business concepts are just as important for colleges and universities.
I don’t have issues with athletes earning whatever they can garner from NIL. I have an issue with the NCAA turning a blind eye to the schools/supporters setting up funds specifically for recruiting and dispersement of these funds orchestrated by the school. If schools operate under the rules and guidelines of the NCAA they need to enforce and abide by the rules. Otherwise stop the BS and let the schools collect and disperse the money without scholarship or other financial limits. New scholarships can be whatever wants to dish out.The kids should have to seek their NIL endorsements and arrange their own contracts. That would be closer to how most businesses run. If they are going to make a living playing sports they need to learn how to do this.
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I think this is a better option for you. Although I stated that I wouldn’t spend $500,000-$1million to buy out a contract with only 1 year left, I give you credit for being willing to put your name with your opinion.
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11 hours ago, SiouxFan100 said:
I have been kicking myself for not pursuing NIL money back in the late 70’s in intramural basketball and softball
Good one. I wonder if the guy who played college BB ( not sure if it was intramural BB or maybe even Duke) has info. Either way, he may have an insider perspective on how his school is dealing with their BB recruits regarding NIL.
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9 minutes ago, shep said:
What is the 701 Fund UND started this year? Isn't that the academic NIL?
It is an Alston Award type fund. The last time I reviewed, schools could award almost $6000 per year above the scholarship/expense money. It is awarded to athletes based on criteria including academic performance community service etc. It is my understanding that schools aren’t to be involved with NIL funding. I haven’t bothered to review for recent changes.
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14 minutes ago, Sioux>Bison said:
Who on the roster could enter the portal and get a FBS offer???? Not many. If guys are leaving they are lucky to land another FCS spot
I believe 2 QB’s, 3RB’s, at least one TE if not more, at least one OL, and maybe more depending on the schools needs.
Not necessarily Power 5 but we have guys who could play up. Not sure about Fr and RFr we haven’t seen yet.
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2 hours ago, Mama Sue said:
As always I agree with you. And thanks for your wisdom about how the transfer portal and NIL have already changed college sports. I would not contribute to NIL either; I would for student athletes for educational expenses!
It will be interesting to learn how Penn State deals with this.
I have no issue if a business/enterprise wants to contract with athletes for gear/clothing/swag with the athletes NIL. Once they include the university’s name/logos/unis etc the University needs to be part of the contract.
Other discussion points would be a choice between the scholarship plus allowed expenses plus Alston money vs NIL dollars. Choose one or the other. If they choose NIL they can play and pay for the education. There are a number of Power 5 schools that may struggle to come up with the extra millions now needed for recruiting and retention. It’s fair the athletes are recognized for their value to college athletics but we fail them if all college for them becomes their sport.
The lack of leadership from the NCAA has reared its ugly head.
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4 hours ago, Mama Sue said:
You have got to be kidding me…..
well then get community leaders involved…wow
sit back and wait
UND has already started the 701 initiative with an initial goal of raising $1,000,000 which would be used for “Alston Awards”. Student athletes including those on partial scholarships can receive up to $24,000 over 4 years. Chaves and the Alumni staff/Athletic staff started work on this over 6 mos ago. I disagree with those who state we are doing nothing. Having said that, I have not heard of anyone who has started an NIL fund for UND athletes. I’m not going to give big money for UND student athletes beyond scholarships for an education and the additional expense money or even Alston Awards.
The NCAA has created a new mess with how they deal with NIL and the portal. The courts have ruled that athletes can be compensated. I believe the NCAA had stated the schools can’t administer NIL funds (not sure where it stands anymore because they have turned a blind eye). I also understood schools couldn’t use NIL funds for recruiting. Let the athletes find their own organizations/companies for NIL dollars. Violations of recruiting should be dealt with severely to include loss of eligibility for the athlete and loss of scholarships and post season eligibility for the schools.
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31 minutes ago, jk said:
CC looks like a trap weekend to me.
Yup. They are capable and we need to play our best hockey. We need the sweep going into the break.
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1 hour ago, 1972 said:
Overall, this was a VERY good weekend for UND hockey. 4 out of a possible 6 points, winning in come from behind fashion, winning against a top 3 team in the country, BC looses a bad one, and a couple other games broke their way to put them on top of the pairwise. Take care of CC next weekend, rest up and enjoy the holidays, and come back and leave no doubt...this is gonna be a fun second half, I think
Good post. I don’t think you can emphasize too much the importance of playing our best hockey this weekend against a capable team. We need a sweep to go into the break on a positive note and remain toward the top in both the league and pairwise. Leave no doubt in either the minds of our players nor our opponents that this is a team on a mission to win it all.
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Just now, SiouxScore said:
Team really showed something last night. First period might have been the worst all around period from the guys this season. They never got down never mailed it in, just regrouped and kept chipping away and getting better as the game went on.
That’s a reflection of coaching and team leadership.
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1 hour ago, forksandspoons said:
Was hoping we’d have some transfer portal offers out by now. I get most of the good teams are still playing and lot of guys are yet to enter the portal, but a little surprising we haven’t offered anyone yet
How do we know we haven’t?
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2 hours ago, 108498 said:
Does yesterday's outcome make it a successful weekend regardless of tonight's outcome?
Do the goalies take control tonight?
How will players respond after yesterday's game?
No, yesterday’s game is finished. Our players need to put yesterday behind them and build off of this effort and continue to get better.
One of the keys to a great season is building confidence and maintaining focus and momentum to maintain the level of play we saw in the last half of last night’s game week after week and game after game. Hopefully our goalie has a great game. Our guys sniped some nasty shots at their dude. I hope he had nightmares.-
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1 hour ago, Esoteric said:Sometimes as a coach you have to get the attention of a player. The goal that was scored during the 4x4 may let a player know that they made a mistake. Now I cannot speak for hockey specifically, my major amount of coaching was in a sport that is somewhat like hockey but not the same. But I have benched a player.
You don’t bench a player for a mistake. You bench someone for attitude problems, disciplinary issues, disruptive behavior, unsportsmanlike issues etc but your players can’t be afraid of making mistakes when they are playing hard. You don’t want you players playing tentatively.
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Transfer Portal 2023
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Fortunately, they won’t have to face live bullets.
Coaches play kids they think will give them the best chance to win. Fans may not agree with coaches decisions, but coaches who play favorites or make promises to recruits regarding guaranteed PT won’t last. No matter what we think of our staff, I don’t believe that would be a concern.