It sure does. It also is yet another conflicting message... We seem to get a story that basically says the nickname is gone, and then the next day, we get a story that indicates there is still hope.
Only students, University Employees (faculty, staff, etc.) and Alumni should have a say in the nickname. In other words, only people directly connected to UND should have a say.
No need to freak out. What difference does nomenclature mean when the teams are crappy? (valpo and uw-l) I actually think UW-L is probably better then valpo was. Get out there and support the guys! We already know next year's schedule will be better.
I wonder if it would be possible to play the first couple of home games at memorial (when the weather is nice) and then the later ones at the Alerus? Just an idea...