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Yeah... BULL-ony, BULL-ony, BULL-ony (err... maybe not)

I agree... that's why I posted a rebuttal to the comments on what "you should've had."

If you post crap like that again, (in the famous words of "Francis") "I'll kill ya."

Vaht?

There's also 168 "Skippy" mentions on here too. Although a smaller number, more of a problem. (edit: 169)

I agree 100%... that partially explains why I didn't think the "lingo" was that big of a concern in another post. It is up to the parents to bring a child into that environment, no argument here. My most recent post was more to address the "standing" issue rather than the language concerns. Although I doubt that cleaning it up a bit would hardly be a hardship for anyone.

This is the same "entitlement rhetoric" that has been gone over time and time again. Let me throw this at you: A kid is 5 years old, and already bleeds green for Sioux Hockey. He sits through to the end of every game, win or lose, and cheers every good play. He looks up to the players and considers them role models. Now tell me this, isn't it his team too... just as much as it is yours? What makes it your right to take away his ability to enjoy the game? Do you not think the team appreciates him as much as they do you? The constant argument is the students vs. the rich alums who sit on their hands. In reality, it's the students against everyone.

Early 1990's too. Of course there were only about 6 of us in the arena.......

At the beginning of the first season at REA, I was very upset about the whole standing thing. Having seats in 107, it was difficult for my kids to see the game, as well as for myself without standing up to see over the students. And of course, I wasn't going to stand up, and block the view for others near me. So I sat there, po'd, and complained like everyone else in my section. That's just the way it went. That being said: The students in 108 have been great. They've extended the courtesy of sitting for the majority of the play (albeit against their wishes) to us old farts in 107, and everything has gone fine. Certainly, at the beginning of the season there were those who thought they were above the rules, but except for those few we've had absolutely no trouble. Perhaps those in 109 are causing the problems? I don't know... nor do I care. As far as swearing, derogatory cheers, etc.... they're college kids. BFD. Yeah, sometimes it's a bit uncomfortable when my children are at the games, but it's nothing they haven't heard out of their old man's mouth at least a hundred times anyway. The standing gets my dander up one helluva lot more than them chiding an opponent. What I don't understand is why they don't move the student section behind the north net. I wouldn't think that too many season-ticket holders there would mind being moved to center ice. But what do I know.

Best quote ever!

Welcome to the site. I'm afraid that I don't have great news as far as getting season hockey tickets. For instance, friends of ours have joined the Fighting Sioux Club at the coaches club level ($1100) and are still at "90 something" on the waiting list. Until their number is called, they enjoy football and basketball, but being a Bison fan, I doubt that interests you too much! The best thing you can do for now, is get your name on there ASAP, and play the waiting game. Good luck!

Vaht?

If schools are a concern, do not live in Bemidji. Without going into detail, they have issues. TRF, OTOH, has an excellent school system. They don't have much for shopping, etc. but a very nice town overall. Nice housing opportunities, great medical services, great schools, and a friendly atmosphere. Certainly a city on the "growth" end of the spectrum. (oh yeah... the Black Cat bar and grill is also a plus)

I know for a fact that Chad would give his left *** to play for the Sioux. Besides, it couldn't hurt to have a 6'-3" guy in practice giving our forwards a different look in the net.

So now cute kids make a better avatar than gopher beatings? This place is going soft.

I'm not convinced he'll leave either. With even next years NHL season in limbo, I doubt any rookie is going to get "an offer he can't refuse." Besides... Mr. Greene is committed to his education first and foremost.

I've got a "little project" going on in my house, and I was wondering where I could purchase some of the great photos from UND's sports history... Item's similar to those in Suite 49 & REA. (Large Rube Bjorkman championship photo, for example) Anyone have a contact # for someone who would have some of this stuff available? Should I contact the hockey offices, REA, Virg, or ? Thanks for any help!

Everyone was pissed off, that's for sure! (and I think DamStraight was on the sauce with his loooooooong posts)

I still remember this group as "the freshman." That big freshman class that was so heavily relied on to fill holes right away. The first year was tough. Inexperience, a new building, a new type of hockey fan. But you kept playing hard and giving everything. The year was maybe a disappointment, but the on-ice education you received was priceless. The second year was better. You showed flashes of brilliance, and very few signs of inexperience. All in all, you still gave us your best, and let us hope for #8. The third year was a big one. We had scoring talent, and our "freshman" were now experienced d-men and powerful skilled forwards. Again, you gave your best and again gave us a chance to relish in the thought of another NCAA banner. Again, we came up a bit short, but we took solice in the fact that our "freshman" were now seniors. What a group of experience we had coming back. For sure, we still had the tools to take it all home. It was a bad summer, though, for our "freshman" as one of them left the group for the pros. Add another key player and arguably the best hockey coach in D-I to the MIA list, and all we had to rely on was your experience. It started rocky, learning a different style from a different coach. Something just wasn't clicking. The fans were upset, and started questioning why the experience didn't seem to be there. Just when we questioned the heart of this big class, you all stepped forward to tell us doubters to shove it. You took us on a whirlwind at the end of the season that left many heads spinning in dismay. We wanted heart, and what the "freshman" showed us was something nobody expected. You gave it all, and that's the best gift an average joe fan like myself could ever ask for. For that, I thank you tremendously. From opening night at REA, with the fanfare, and the bright lights, to the big stage in Columbus, you have seen it all. You have shown heart and class in victory and defeat. You've stared adversity and bad circumstances in the eyes and faced it all head-on. You've all burned your marks in the history of Sioux Hockey and you won't be forgotten. You have epitomized what the Fighting Sioux Hockey tradition is all about. To "the big freshman class," thanks for a memorable 4 years. It was a helluva ride for you, and it was a helluva a ride for the hockey fan like me. I'm very, very grateful.

No... but I can say "Hirsch Headcase" really fast ten times in a row.

Awesome.

After hearing he was up to the same old (cheap) tricks last weekend, I'm not ready to give him a free pass just yet.