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We need the guys who are always talking about how much money they make to fess up. Anyone who thinks they give enough to influence hiring and firing should easily cover the needed increases in salaries for coaches in all sports. That’s what occurs at other schools. If there are 8-10 of them it’s only another $50-60 grand per year.

That would be great if only they had that kind of money.

There was nothing disappointing in their draft results. Stick goes to a team where he can learn under one of the top QB’s in the league. He is also a great guy. He is athletic enough to make the team and maybe develop into a starter some day. The guys who sign as free agents get about the same deal as the 6th and 7th rounders. The Robbins deal isn’t going to influence who is drafted. You do realize teams draft players who light up the drug test at the combine and draft guys who are arrested for theft/assault/drugs. They aren’t worried about someone’s teammates.

Adam Thielen didn’t pay attention to people who said this. Bottom line is there are so many variables. It takes talent, desire, work ethic and perseverance. In addition, couple that with being in the right place at the right time and you have a shot. Players need to focus on what they can control and ignore the percentages.

Not one of the best thoughts. UND didn’t have a “prick attitude “. There is such a difference between tough, physical, hockey and being a prick. I hope that is what you meant. Our successful teams were a result of talent, teamwork and hard work. We have had some jackasses over the years but I don’t believe our success has ever been dependent upon players being a jerk. That just gets us someone in the box. Some of our toughest most physical players have been nice guys. I don’t need to watch some immature “prick” give the other team an advantage by doing something stupid.

Nope. I used it as an analogy. I am embarrassed that UND fans have made some of the comments they have made about the twins. We should be able to separate the fact that we had to drop women’s hockey from the anger that those most directly affected would express. I compared a group with a passion for something they thought important and having trouble letting go (women’s hockey), with another group who have a passion for something they think is important (name/logo). I thought it would make it easier to understand. I guess I thought wrong. I guess with all of their dedication to women’s hockey I would have cut them some slack.

I’m not criticizing the decision to cut women’s hockey. I happen to understand why 2 former players disagreed with the decision and were pissed. Many people making critical remarks about the twins are the same people who can’t move past the nickname issue. We have less of chance to bring back the old name than we do bringing back women’s hockey. (No chance for either). I am not advocating we bring back a sport we can’t afford. I can understand that without having to rag on the twins.

Keep in mind how many people on this site had a fit because we had to change the name and logo. They still haven't gotten over it, nor accepted the fact that the name is gone and won't be back. It doesn't matter that the continued divisiveness over the former name and logo hurts the University and our athletic department, including hockey. They also don't understand the name and logo aren't that important to winning and maintaining the best hockey team in the country. That is more futile than two alumni hockey players fighting for the sport they love. The twins have dealt with the loss of the team they had put their heart and soul into trying to win a national title. To the twins, and to other women, their passion for their sport is just as strong as ours is for Men's hockey, however, they actually have more "skin in the game". They didn't get to sit on their collective butts, drink beer and criticize players and coaches. They were too busy working their tails off to be two of the best at their sport in the entire world. They should also be given credit for transferring back to UND to try and bolster the program when they could have stayed at Minnesota and vied for a national championship every year. Most of us wouldn't have done that. They are great ambassadors for women's hockey at every level and for women's health. They are a credit to Grand Forks, to the University of North Dakota and to our country. They aren't going to be able to save women's hockey and unless we get a wealthy donor to foot the bill, it isn't coming back. The fact they tried as hard as they did to save Women's hockey is a credit to them. Maybe not realistic but if you have worked as hard as they have, sacrificed as much as they did, for the sport they love you might just cut them some slack.

Yup. Hopefully can tie up 2 blockers. Plugs up the middle and keeps the extra blocker off of the LB. in addition if he’s quick can disrupt off tackle run game and factor into the pass rush. I still like the versatility of the speed and quickness if they are strong enough. Can give the defense added versatility in their schemes especially attacking the passer. If the big guy is quick with great strength instead of xs fat I’ll take him.

I’m not sure that is the biggest factor. It’s important unless they don’t move well. I will take a 280-290lb guy with great quickness, and great core and upper body strength over a 330lb guy with 30lbs of insulation hanging over his belt.

Sad news. Great Sioux fan. Started at UND same year.

Tix are gone.

Great seats. $150 for both tix all sessions. I have them in Detroit Lakes.

Great goaltending from former UND goaltender and an outstanding rookie from Bismarck St. Mary's.

I wouldn't make plans to raze it until we are closer to decision point but I believe it is structurally sound and could be repurposed.

It can be used for something else.

I have 2 tickets for sale. Section 115, Row M, Seats 11&12 (2 tix both nights). Total $200. PM me.

Most teams try same or similar. St. Cloud power play set up looked similar today.

That doesn’t make sense. At the level of University President you need to be able to deal with controversy including difficult donors. In this case, if we are asking to renegotiate a signed contract, with all due respect politely make your case. (You don’t demand anything and it isn’t a pissing contest. Be patient and keep trying until you learn who you are dealing with, then form a strategy to solve the issue making sure both sides see the advantage a compromise solution. Whatever non-hockey revenue that may be the issue isn’t enough to destroy a relationship with a generous though difficult donor.

They were trying to do that almost all night. Some passes off a bit, sometimes winger wasn’t squared up for quick shot, too many missed the net and others on target but didn’t miss goalie.

I don’t believe that is correct. I will be visiting with one of the Co-chairs of the drive in a couple of weeks. I will ask him.

I attended the program. It took place in Barry Hall. (Large donation from UND alumnus B John Barry). They mentioned initiative for their business program started after donation from UND Alumnus Tom Wold. Today’s donation to fund an initiative suggested by their Dean of Business College Scott. Beaulier then sold the idea to Challey. Beaulier apparently had contacts with Koch foundation while at ASU. An NDSU Alumnus next to me mentioned Tom Wold also had a connection to the Koch foundation. He also said they have raised most of their $35 million to build an indoor practice facility for FB. Some of our wealthiest alumni have great respect for Beaulier. While we focused on a damn logo our rival focused on moving a college of business that wasn’t accredited to what we saw today. Ideas I have suggested to Kennedy and to UND alumni officials were written down today by the President of a foundation that can be a difference maker for either or both schools and plans to follow up. I haven’t heard back from UND. We have a lot of work to do. UND recently raised over $300,000,000. That should have created momentum and excitement to create new programming and initiatives and a strategy to continue that momentum. We have discussed a new college of business and we have talked about HPCII. We need to have a plan in place with a timeline and goals to get this done in next 5 years.

NDSU receives $30 million donation for college of business. Program still going on. NDSU alumni want UND to keep Kennedy because they feel he is incompetent.

Most donors and supporters don't care that much. If you are referring to hockey donors and supporter you are probably correct, although she has previously stated the logo is a non-issue for her. Doesn't matter where in the arenas they put the logos. We need to focus on success of the programs. The logo issue was settled by the NCAA a long time ago. I think she is smart enough to realize that.

That is a lot of assumption. Maybe you are correct. I wasn't there. I don't know how often the contract is to be renewed. I hadn't heard that. Where did you hear that? The Logo issue is so stupid I don't want to argue. Who cares if there is a logo at center court or where it is. It is on the floor at the Betty. Getting upset about that is just as pointless as the people who are hanging on to the Fighting Sioux issue. Either way it is negative and doesn't help UND. I am not sure who is at fault with Kennedy vs McGarry. Kennedy also has issues with the family of Ray Richards. Sometimes University Presidents need to know when to back off and come back later with a different approach.. The issue now seems to be the bridges were burned. Doesn't matter who started the fire.