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Others probably have more informed opinions than myself, but overall, I think they are finding there way and aren't afraid to adapt and try new things to find their niche. Good quality but like any restaurant these days, you're going to pay for it.

Guess they finally said the quiet part out loud. Anyone paying attention has seen all of the small (and not so small) things that have been going on both in front and behind the scenes to get to this point. Given the volatility, the best plan is not to figure out what your next step is but to put yourself in a position to be able to react to the constant change. Now for the really quiet part that hasn't been said out loud.....Of the 4 Dakota schools, UND is the only one who is currently sitting in a position to meet all new FBS requirements without significant restructuring or increasing scholarships to meet the minimum financial aid numbers, which could mean adding additional sports for at least 1 or 2 of the Dakota schools from either a pure numbers standpoint or a Title IX perspective (or both). That is a much bigger deal than people understand.

https://www.bernieseastgrandforks.com/

I mean, that was literally what I was pointing out in the whole entire paragraph. But thanks for noticing. Speaking of noticing, I see you didn't actually answer any questions. Guess they were too inconvenient for you?

So when you are tossing downvotes around like candy, you are just pointing out that particular post is actually an inconvenient truth? Or is that only the case when people don't agree with your take (which I can assure you all are not "inconvenient truths")? I think there are more impactful tasks out there than giving your opinion on a message board, but I guess that's just my opinion (which I'm happy to do, along with things that have real life implications).

Here's an article prior to the 2022 tournament, where the MWC eventually went 0-4. https://nevadasportsnet.com/news/reporters/how-much-money-will-mountain-west-make-off-this-years-ncaa-tournament-it-depends They then picked up 8 units in 2023. https://www.sportico.com/leagues/college-sports/2023/march-madness-2023-unit-payouts-1234717368/ So they are currently sitting at 21 units, which will pay out about $7.2 million to the MWC in 2024. 2017 - 1 2018 - 4 2019 - 2 2020 - Canceled 2021 - 2 2022 - 4 2023 - 8

Which is it? Are you trying to keep up or are you on the forefront? Hint, it isn't the latter, NDSU is the 5th Valley team just in the Valley and 20th in the FCS to announce a collective. Will be interesting to see both where the money is coming from and how its disbursed. Not shocking that it is only directed at football, MBB and WBB. Intrigued to see how much the latter two actually get though.

Changed your tune pretty quick there Danno....

Zero of the words that came out of his mouth are an actual surprise for anyone that knows him or at least of him. As someone else pointed out to me, classy to have your kickoff press conference at a bar. Maybe they will toss in the first round to players who don't transfer? Unfortunately talk is cheap but funding this to the levels that he just laid out is for from that. However it looks like they saved some money by not spending it on logo design, so I guess that's a start?

Comprehension is hard for some people. Seems to be right up there with taking any sort of effort to talk to those in charge. On the other hand, had some great conversations with stakeholders and decision makers this week on a lot of things going on and getting more insight on the Alston awards, how and why it came about and the theory and reasoning behind why they took that route. Was able to ask questions and give input on my thoughts on it as well.

So you're saying the athletic department has never changed anything or even attempted to? Ever? Wow. That's a pretty interesting statement. I mean, it goes completely against some of the recommendations of people I know that the athletic department has worked to implement, but I guess when you don't talk to anyone, you don't actually have a clue.

Truth is a hard pill to swallow. The majority of the athletic department will be at King's Walk tomorrow almost all day looking to shake hands.

You've tried to slide into my DM's. On multiple occasions. And so have your "buddies", though it appears they go back and delete some of the evidence after the fact. Edit: So since you downvoted this, which part of my statement was it that you don't agree with?

Guessing the decision to go downtown delayed the decision for a few years.

These are players they have seen in camp, competing against a lot of other players they have interest in, many who have offers from plenty of schools. The staff is trusting what they are seeing in person. Would be a much different story if these offers were based off highlight films only.

If encouraging people who do nothing but complain to actually reach out, voice their opinions and actually do something to make a difference is considered complaining, then guilty. I, along with more than a few others, have offered to help set up meetings with whoever people want. I'm not anywhere near what would be considered a huge donor but have never had an issue having conversations with anyone within the Champions Club, Athletic Department, Alumni Foundation or even approaching the President to speak with him. Looking at the people who tend to agree with your opinions, I feel comfortable with where I stand. Bossman.

Yes, I would suppose one could. But tough to believe some are doing that when they complain decision makers are inaccessible and then ignore multiple people offering to set up meetings to help show they aren't.

I'd agree on their food, good quality and solid portions. Wasn't putting down their ribs, they are made exactly the way most people in the midwest grew up eating them myself included. Was just pointing out they aren't what you necessarily think of when you hear "ribs" these days with onset of BBQ joints/food trucks. Like I said, they were exactly as I remembered them from years ago and I was fine with that.

https://www.inforum.com/sports/bison-media-zone/mens-sports/mcfeely-ndsu-sdsu-presidents-deny-report-they-are-seeking-spots-in-mountain-west NDSU and SDSU presidents both deny what O'Day said. Interesting that they would come out and flat deny they have had any conversations.

Ribs are average at best but a pretty good deal for the price. Definitely not "BBQ restaurant" quality but more pressure cooked and fall off the bone with no effort if that's your preference. Had them a few weeks ago for the first time in probably a decade and were exactly as I remember.

Didn't even have to guess who downvoted these posts before looking. It literally takes more effort to do be negative on the internet than actually have a conversation with a someone who makes actual decisions with UND, especially given the invites personally given out on this site. But it's easier to complain anonymously than try to make the changes that your think would things better.

About double that. 2022 EADA report showed 341 in unduplicated participation numbers, however 7 of those were practice players. Each team will get an allocation of funds to give out as the coaches deem appropriate (assuming eligibility criteria per the guidelines is met).

120+ other failures annually based on this line of thinking. It is OK to understand that success can be measured in multiple ways. Its also OK to understand that you aren't going to meet everyone's (unrealistic) expectations every year. This is not "striving for" or "justifying" mediocrity. Doing that would be not setting goals and refusing to make any changes or reflecting/admitting where failure has occurred or changes can be made.

This is not unique to UND. All teams have their strengths and weaknesses. The challenge is either preventing your weaknesses from being detrimental or having large enough strengths to mask it.

C-USA is the only thing men) that's been mentioned that is even remotely realistic. And it would be a train wreck worth watching. AAC isn't even remotely an option. MWC would have to be a shell of itself and due to lack of what the bring to the table that is actually important (money and recruiting area) they still wouldn't be anywhere hear the top of the list. They should probably worry about getting their internal house in order first.