I would not say it is forced, but I do believe that it will take some time to grow. If you look at the SUs rivalry it took off because SDSU and NDSU played in some meaningful games. Plus, both sides won. It was not one sided. I do believe that the same thing will happen for USx at the next level. It is going to take time. I was at the USD/UND game this year in Vermillion and it looked like a large UND group travelled down, plus it looked like one of larger crowds in Vermillion this year. So, I do not think that large crowds will be a problem.
I listen to Puffy at times, most of the time he is fair. But he HATES UND!!! and the only thing he hates more is all things Wisconsin. I think they pod cast the program so if you wanted to listen to the program again. Just click the link - http://www.kfan.com/cc-common/podcast/sing...nd_The_Pond.xml
It was my first time visiting MSU for a Sioux game. My family and the group that I was with had a great time. Everyone was very nice and we did not have any problems. If you have not been to MSU for a Sioux game you are missing a good time. In fact, everyone talked about making this an annual trip. Easy drive from the Twin Cities and the setup is great - Arena, Hotel, Bars are in one area.... Ole Ole!!!!!!!
I have not gotten the video feed to work at all..... little frustrating... I feel like I am wasting my money.. funny it worked great last winter for hockey when it was free.. now I pay for it and get nothing!!! Love it!!
I am interested in buying tickets, PM me with what you have available. Plus, I just purchased my season pass to webcasts. It is not bad.... plus Denver, AA, SCSU and Mankato have webcasts. So, you can see about 60% to 70% of the games.