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I didn't see it as bitter, just would be nice to have a broader approach to top programs across the board at UND. I am not blaming hockey......... From conversations I've had, private funding has to be 100% available on all phases of the indoor facility before construction starts. (public funds???) The only problem I have with hockey is fans with a superiority complex.

Nevermann wasn't going to help this year and my opinion is he lacked the ability to be anything more than a tough banger. Sharp didn't show the level of play needed to earn a spot, and I'm guessing the same with Blass. So we have Arrington, not sure on Norberg at RB/LB, but Olivera and Smith will get a real shot at playing time. All this shake-up would make sense with the announcement of a new RB coming to the program......we'll see.

I don't know much about the Canadian system. He broke a NLI with a US College. Are you saying he can play a year in Canada and transfer to anywhere he wants from there?

But, let's not make it too easy for kids to transfer because it will essentially turn into free agency.....in a way. These are adults, signing a contract, and it should be difficult to drop school A and play for school B. Do we want more guidance from the NCAA on this, or should players expect to honor a commitment or face pretty harsh consequences in some instances. Just a thought - For UND, Neverman situation sucks and so does Troy Hanson and his decision. I assume Troy is done with his college eligibility??

Just a photo on a cell phone. I am guessing it's the mock up sent for approval before 100 uniforms are made. Jersey, pants, helmet. The helmet matched the 'green' so definitely looked like a new helmet.

I've seen the home uniform. I'll tell you it's really really Kelly green. Appears to be a matching helmet. It looks like something Oregon would wear, but a little more tame.

Concert and game ticket $60.00, might have to bump ahead the departure time for the RV. 14 hour drive from Fargo, not too bad. Good for them in hyping up the opener with a creative event......maybe we can learn something from this.

It's 'Optional'......wink, wink.

Spring game was an open, all access environment. I watched from the track, the stands, and afterwards the coaches, players, and a number of signed recruits hung around. Items of note: -1st guy I bumped into was Masson Bennett, incoming recruit. He said the Canadian boys are working hard, doing a lot of workouts together. - Ratelle blew up a play, might of had a series or two and was done for the day......he's good - Jawon Johnson looked good, Deon Harris looked the best in the secondary. Reyes was out with a hand injury. We might need another big corner to step up.......... - Our young D-ends added some noticeable size -D-line looked good, but some of that was due to the condition of the offense - For the o-line, Anderson was out, Meehan had 1 series, no Stockwell, Boas had the flu the previous days and was barely OK to play, they are shuffling Cox around, and we have some young guys struggling with the schemes. So, it was shakey for obvious reasons. I sat with Anderson and Meehan at the gala, they assured me they will anchor the line come fall. Starting 5???....still some uncertainty. - Running backs. How are they suppose to look considering the O-line? (And Alder and Iverson were out, too) However, I thought Norberg ran hard and showed a sign of RB instincts, and Sharp showed some signs too and that was a pleasant surprise. I don't think Arrington is that far ahead at RB. And I still think the incoming Olivera has a chance to get carries. -WR as some mentioned Seibel and Clive are pretty good. We will use Stanly at 6'4" in some matchup situations. - QB battle......tough call given the injuries and shuffling on the O-line. The battle continues. - Gala, Bubba had the boys out in force, Ratelle and Norberg were at the table next to mine. Meehan thought Ratelle would win an arm wrestling match between the two, I had to ask... I saw Molberg and Studsrud, and others attended the event, too. The football players that were not guests at the tables were working and organizing silent auction items. It was great to see all the FB guys helping out, and people noticed. The gate to the old Englestad went for $20,000- -Baukol, I saw briefly at the end of the night. He promised to take care of the boys this summer. -roll tribe-

Agree. I think UND cranks the Spring game up next year with a fuller roster. Everyone take a deep breath and relax. Bubba was hearing from a lot of football guys that wanted to A) go to the Spring game B) go to the Gala (or wife's dragging them to Gala, either way) So, it was his decision to have the game on the same day as the Gala to say to those that have some travel time, "I want you at both events". I was told the entire coaching staff will be at the Gala and I have my shovel ready. (to dig up some info) The casual fans will come around to a winning program, not because the Spring game is hyped up and made to be something more than it is. NDSU isn't going to recruit with, our Spring game was televised.......

I have heard the logic a time or two. If we are going to be a good football team we need to be at least 2 deep at each position.(that is the goal at least) That means we need 4 starting caliber outside backers. The coaches must think the new LB from the Gophers will be in the mix for the top 4 this year. We currently have 1 proven top level guy, plus 2 guys that are good with some upside potential to becoming top level guys. So, we have 'some' room at outside backer, but to your point, we are thinner/more unproven at other positions.

Great point! Funny cause it is true- Some of the most annoying SU fans are Concordia grads. Wife's cousin, a former BB player, and a 'friend' former FB player, both played at Concordia and graduated from Concordia, both are hardcore SU football fans, never attend a Concordia event. It got so bad my wife de-friended them on Facebook.

Are you wanting to support the team and contribute to future conversations or be a comedian......? I am confused-

Siouxperman2015, The further away you get from playing the more you will realize being a former player becomes more than just your playing time. I played and was angry on, and off the field. I had to step away after playing because of the emotions I had. I am assuming your anger/passion just needs to be channeled in a more constructive way. I love having guys with your passion supporting the team, but try to be more inclusive. If you know you were a major on the field contributor, that's all you need to know. I don't fault guys that had all the passion but didn't have the talent, or the supporters that didn't play. I'd love to see more UND signage and stickers floating around.

I guess it depends on how UND ends up this season, too, but I get your point.

All those in favor hereby indicate by 'aye' AYE!!

You go to UND football games with NDSU gear on?

Good eye -

1 year to play- Don't waste PMA on this, let's put all our PMA (positive mental attitude) towards the hockey game tomorrow.

I knew what you were talking about, but pointing out strategically we have a little $$ available to grab a guy after spring ball or over the summer. (Hopefully a Big Guy to increase the 'size' of our roster)

I only know the name of one of the gals.......not her, but keep'n my eye on those puck bunnies-

Funny - To share 2 recent encounters with UND Hockey only fans. 1 at the regionals in Fargo and 1 at a Sioux Luncheon. In the conversation I stated that I support the hockey team but UND football is my main focus and passion. Both of them, who happen to be female, got a look on their face as if I just cupped a fart in it. It was inconceivable to them. I don't know what to classify these folks as.........

We have a scholarship or two available for any FBS dropdowns after spring games throughout the country. That's by plan -

The biggest unknowns are who's going to start at O-line, and who's going to step up at the Wide Out position next fall? I think the O-line and how it shakes out will surprise some of us. (I know we are unsettled at QB but we know it's going to be 1 of 3 guys, and we have an idea of skill sets at QB)

Bubba was at the game tonight. He said he was busy analyzing practice film on Friday so couldn't make it to the Quinny game. I thought that was kinda funny, shows his level of commitment.