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  1. UND-FB-FAN
    Truth hurts for many of the hockey rubes, apparently. GO UND FIGHTING HAWKS!
  2. UND-FB-FAN
    Oh, it's not that difficult. Concentrate.
  3. UND-FB-FAN
    The hockey program is stuck up, fortunately they produce big time so they have a long, long rope. Nevertheless, limited humility by the hockey program. Last time I checked, the University of North Dakota is not in Canada (although many think it just as well could be) and hockey is not the be all and end all. You want to expand notoriety, you expand football and basketball; hockey is already maxed out and has no right to complain and b*tch.
  4. UND-FB-FAN
    No one is supposed to like this logo right away - it is succeeding a tremendously popular logo, but what makes a logo special? There are several collegiate and professional logos across the country that are simplistic in design and color scheme, yet they are widely popular (e.g., Dallas Cowboys, Texas Longhorns, Green Bay Packers, etc.). Why? Here's my opinion: "A picture is worth a thousand words." Well, perhaps a logo can be worth a thousand emotions, but only when it stands for something, as Coach Schweigert so brilliantly alluded to Wednesday. Alumni and supporters are comparing a neutral, brand new logo to a previous logo that represented so many past traditions and accomplishments, so of course it is not going to stand up to that. However, in due time, if everyone involved (student-athletes, coaches, administrators, alumni, fans, etc.) puts in the necessary work, novel accomplishments along with certain positive emotions can also become associated with this logo, representing the University of North Dakota Fighting Hawks. Right now, to most, the logo only represents a watered down marketing campaign and a failed nickname selection process. However, as Bubba said, if UND football now establishes perennial Big Sky dominance while wearing the logo and/or UND men's basketball makes the national DI NCAA tournament while wearing the logo, the logo will start to stand for something more than just a foreign and bland mark. It will evoke thousands of emotions that include those of winning, accomplishment, hard work, dedication, commitment, perseverance, and pride, among others. Give the logo a chance and, again, as Bubba said, support Fighting Hawks athletics and make it special, because the sooner UND Fighting Hawks athletics starts accomplishing milestone achievements under this logo, the sooner alumni and fans will appreciate it and be proud of it. The logo can represent a winning FCS football program. The logo can represent a winning men's and women's DI basketball program. The logo, although this one will take more time, can eventually represent a top-notch NCAA hockey program. All of this is possible with success and winning while doing things the right way with this logo. Support UND Fighting Hawks athletics, expedite this process, and make the Fighting Hawks logo stand for so, so much more than just a failed selection process. GO UND Fighting Hawks!
  5. UND-FB-FAN
    Agree with all of this. The current logo isn't horrible if it's considered under the context of a secondary logo. But as a primary logo, there certainly are some deficiencies. I'll embrace it, but I sure would like to see some color alternatives for this (it's going to be on a kelly green helmet, so revealed color scheme won't work) and, eventually, a primary logo developed that features just the hawk with more detail.
  6. UND-FB-FAN
    It'll look fine. Just win with whatever damn thing is on the helmet. At least the colors will/should match ...
  7. UND-FB-FAN
    In that sense, yes: both ND and hawk logo on helmet moving forward.
  8. UND-FB-FAN
    No, they won't per Bubba.
  9. UND-FB-FAN
    Best part of the whole deal. His passion is unquestionable. UND football will embrace the logo, and with wins, people will grow fonder of it.
  10. UND-FB-FAN
    My thoughts as well.
  11. UND-FB-FAN
    Bubba disclosed at the release that the new logo will be on the helmets starting this season. It should add nice color to the matte grey alternate helmets. I like it for the helmets. Go UND!
  12. UND-FB-FAN
    We'll find out. Definitely helps increase competition at a very thin position group, so this was a necessary move. I like it. 2015 stats at Teaxs State: 19 catches, 235 yards, 2 touchdowns He wasn't the top receiver, obviously. He may excel with more opportunities at UND. Remember Alex Tillman and even Clive Georges when healthy last season...
  13. UND-FB-FAN
    There should be a mascot of a Fighting Hawk; unfortunately, too many stuck up "fans" for this to be seriously considered.
  14. UND-FB-FAN
    They seemed relatively committed while spending time here in Grand Forks. I'm going to be positive irregardless, unless it is downright horrible.
  15. UND-FB-FAN
    Good chunk of "fans" have already jumped to such conclusions. Really unfortunate because they are doing nothing but hold UND athletics back. It's time to be forward and look for some novel accomplishments. The UND Fighting Sioux never won the DI FCS championsip or played in the NCAA DI men's basketball tournament; these are all things the Fighting Hawks can do. It's time to be forward thinking. Nevertheless, these "fans" believe they are somehow standing up for all that is "right and just". Supporters support, not criticize at every opportunity. Constrictive criticism is fine, but this premature b*tching is completely different.
  16. UND-FB-FAN
    Correct. A nice tro of Luke Stanley, Clive Georges, and now Demun Mercer for 2016. Of course, don't sleep on Alex Reed or some of the younger receivers.
  17. UND-FB-FAN
    From Twitter: #Transfer Demun Mercer @Mac_Mun 4merly Texas State set to transfer to @UNDfootball Should be a nice upgrade to the receiving corps. Offense is getting more and more explosive with skill position players. Now the focus goes on the offensive line and depth development (QB).
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    2016 Season

    UND-FB-FAN replied to shep's topic in Football

    With the announcement of UND athletics' new partnership with KFGO (great for expanding the brand and general talk), Dan Hammer talks all things UND football with Bubba; nice summer update: http://kfgo.com/podcasts/dan-hammer/962/expectations-grow-as-season-nears-for-und-football/
  19. UND-FB-FAN
    Well, from a factual standpoint, yes. Pathetic attempt at trolling.
  20. UND-FB-FAN
    Nope. Winning and in-game features will.
  21. UND-FB-FAN
    NDSU's student section location doesn't seem to deter attendance from both the regulars and the students at NDSU (they do tremendous in terms of attendance). Yes, UND students do have prime seats, but they don't take *full* advantage of it. Thus, the student section needs to be reduced and/or relocated so that more season ticket holders can be seated on the west side.
  22. UND-FB-FAN
    The general public that does attend would certainly redistribute to the midfield seats on the west side, though, if given the chance over the otherwise poor seats (20 yard line to goal line seats). In theory, I agree that the students should be given a well located, good sized section; however, that is not the reality. For years now the students have shown up in less and less numbers as the season progresses and the west side seats at midfield are completely empty. It both looks horrible and is a waste of quality seating. You're right that the overall attendance won't change by redistributing seating assignments, but the utilization of quality seats will.
  23. UND-FB-FAN
    Needs to be done. Alerus Center was just plain wrong to do this considering it was done in years past just fine. If Bubba has indeed had a talk with them about improving the atmosphere and they're on board with it, we should then expect the lights to be off this fall for team intro. Need to inject energy into the place for homefield advantage like back in the early 2000s.
  24. UND-FB-FAN
    Best of luck on this! It would look great and add to the tailgating atmoshphere tremendously! I know some NDSU fellas that have done this with a large bus and it really turned out nice (minus the piss yellow and, of course, their allegiance with the school to the south). I think it adds to the tailgate atmosphere and general fan perception. Seeing such things while tailgating leaves a positive impression amongst average fans.
  25. UND-FB-FAN
    Very good!! I look forward to this as will most other UND fans.
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