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I do not disagree at all with that statement, err... question/ answer. Maybe this is more in line with my point. If we are barely breaking even now, with all of this added revenue, how could we even keep the lights on and the ice frozen in 2000? The cost increases don't seem to match the revenue increases, IMO. It just doesn't seem to add up. Edit- Air Force One... I did take a look at that link. I'd like to see what the operating expenses are at REA, in relation to some of the figures provided.

I resectfully disagree. I do not believe REA is doing what is necessary, I believe they're doing what they can get away with. Included would certainly be getting top dollar for a limited supply item. Right now, FSC memberships are raised, and old season ticket holders are forced to dole out $110 to keep their seats. All of this is done in the name of needed funds, even though ticket sales, donations and other revenues have gone gangbusters. There's even a bunch of people paying some cash to sit on a waiting list, so that one day they'll have the privelege to pay more. Must I mention the beer sales that weren't available at our old barn? Where is all this money going? Is it all going toward scholarships? Have tuition costs quadrupled in 4 years? I know we don't have a mortgage to pay for... If someone can show me that REA is putting all this revenue into UND athletics, I'll eat crow. As a public institution, they must have a statement available somewhere, right? But until then, I'm sorry... I just don't buy it.

Did you get this recently? If so, could you please elaborate on the contetns of that letter? Thanks.

I've done the same thing... some of the tracks on my "hockey discs" that I can remember off the top of my head are: ACDC- If you wan't blood Tom Conners- The Good Old Hockey Game Geardaddies- Zamboni Kool & the Gang- Celebrate White Stripes- Seven Nation Army Queen- Another One Bites the Dust ACDC- Dirty Deads Queen- We will Rock You/ We Are the Champions Rocky Theme Foghat- Slow Ride Ramones- Blitzkrieg Bop Alien Ant farm- Smooth Criminal Eminem- Lose Yourself ...and a bunch of others I can't think of at the moment. Hope this helps. *Sweet avatar!

You'd think with the electronic scanners, an "in-house number" would be easy to come up with.

I thought Wisconsin would be ranked a little higher... I see the tie vs. UND earned Mankato 1 vote.

I wouldn't say it is a huge concern, but I definitely took notice. Especially since I've grown accustomed to the Sioux outshooting the opponent over the last couple of years. All we can do is put our faith in the coaches and team, and hope for a breakout performance against those pesky gophers this weekend.

It sounds like Jordan Parise is only making the trip because Fabian is out of the lineup, and it is JP doubtful he'll see time in the net. Apparently, he has a groin injury, and just started skating with the team this week. This is paraphrased from Tim Hennessy this morning on 1440. BTW, Fabian is out because of a hit he got in practice this week. Prpich will be in the lineup this weekend.

DOB is June 21, 1984 profile

Thanks, Yoda.

Prayers and symapthies.

Interesting, yes... The article beats home the idea that people need more entertainment than the game to "get their money's worth". I would beg to differ when talking about our hockey program. The game was enough to sell out all of the season tickets for another year. The game is enough to keep ~200 families on the waiting list. The game is enough to keep "the most knowledgeable fans in college hockey" coming back for more. The game is the reason Ralph played hockey. The game is the reason he built the place. (at least that's what we thought, I'm no longer positive) Ralph Engelstad said, "It is my desire to share my good fortune with the UND hockey team." When someone can explain to me how "frequent drinker cards" and the Vikings cheerleaders can be an enhancement to the UND hockey team, I might listen. Until then, I'll shut up, pay my ridiculous FSC dues, at let the mighty REA money machine rake it in at the expense of atmosphere, and at the expense of the real fans who can't afford to be a part of the tradition they helped build. Yes... I know the money goes back to Sioux athletics, but at a much higher expense, in my opinion. Sorry for the rambling on and on, but this new bar and entertainment stuff makes my stomach churn. God forbid there wouldn't be enough entertainment at a Fighting Sioux Hockey "EVENT."

Yep. First come first served is always fair and impartial. Start of the line and end of the line is simple enough for kindergarteners, it should work for college students and REA officials. Scratch that... should work for college students.

I am soooooo pleased that they're doing so much to keep people in the bar instead of in the seats watching games. But who am I kidding... we have atmosphere a plenty, don't we? They've lost their f***ing minds, IMO. WAKE UP, REA!!!!

Last night, WDAZ reported that Todd B. is indeed resigning, citing long hours and lack of family time. Without further comment on the old manager, let's hope the new one has a little more public friendly agenda.

Based only on my enjoyment of the game, no SSI, no D-IAA, no other BS... I'll pick a Sioux-Bison game every time.

I agree 100%, not that I think REA gives a rat's hind-part. No coaches club media guide is a complete joke. Oops... I better watch myself. I might get a media guide next year when the "tax-deductable" donation goes to $1200.00

Greene, Jones, Schneider, & McMahon, huh? ... you'd never guess what this team's strength is...

The "club seats" are the actual seating areas in the lounges.

I'm not furious, but a little put off by this whole thing. I had always enjoyed the club room at the old REA because it gave me the opportunity to talk hockey with other fans of a different generation. Most were older than me, and I learned much about the team traditions and history from our pre-game discussions. The first season at the new rink kind of kept this going on, but as the club rooms got more crowded, I no longer saw my "hockey friends" on a weekly basis. It certainly seems like we're a long way from what Rob Bollinger described to us when we were all sitting at the Chester Fritz in anticipation of the new arena... and getting further away each year. Fine, REA can make some more money, I really could give a damn... but speaking selfishly, they kind of screwed up what has become my hockey traditions. For that, they can get bent.

Anyone?

I don't know why I just looked at this now... but the FSC cards indeed do have a designation on them. At least mine do. Maybe they only put those designations on the cards that give access to the tailgating tent, club bars, etc.? Not sure...

Agreed... well put.

Good point... but one thing to keep in mind is the fact that there aren't people on a list waiting to spend big $$ on football like they are on hockey. In short, there's plenty of supply and little demand. I think it is good to have the students get in for free, as they bring a considerable amount of atmosphere to the games. Why lose that energy that they bring if we don't have to? Speaking frankly, why would you like to see them charged?