streetsahead Posted February 19, 2020 Share Posted February 19, 2020 https://www.grandforksherald.com/sports/hockey/4957169-One-site-appears-to-be-frontrunner-as-UND-hockey-begins-work-on-2022-destination-game Brad says the current frontrunner for 2022 destination game is a Vegas redux at T-Mobile. I gotta be honest, that doesn't excite me as much as a new location would. I think they should wait another cycle or two before returning to Vegas, but maybe that's just me Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oxbow6 Posted February 19, 2020 Share Posted February 19, 2020 1 minute ago, streetsahead said: https://www.grandforksherald.com/sports/hockey/4957169-One-site-appears-to-be-frontrunner-as-UND-hockey-begins-work-on-2022-destination-game Brad says the current frontrunner for 2022 destination game is a Vegas redux at T-Mobile. I gotta be honest, that doesn't excite me as much as a new location would. I think they should wait another cycle or two before returning to Vegas, but maybe that's just me Agree. I was hoping Tampa or PHX but I'll still go back to Vegas. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cberkas Posted February 19, 2020 Share Posted February 19, 2020 9 minutes ago, streetsahead said: https://www.grandforksherald.com/sports/hockey/4957169-One-site-appears-to-be-frontrunner-as-UND-hockey-begins-work-on-2022-destination-game Brad says the current frontrunner for 2022 destination game is a Vegas redux at T-Mobile. I gotta be honest, that doesn't excite me as much as a new location would. I think they should wait another cycle or two before returning to Vegas, but maybe that's just me They could just be in the tournament that’s held there during Christmas. Then have a game somewhere else. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sweethockey Posted February 19, 2020 Share Posted February 19, 2020 21 minutes ago, Oxbow6 said: Agree. I was hoping Tampa or PHX but I'll still go back to Vegas. I would add Miami to the above list (BB&T arena) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisUND1 Posted February 19, 2020 Share Posted February 19, 2020 26 minutes ago, Oxbow6 said: Agree. I was hoping Tampa or PHX but I'll still go back to Vegas. Tampa would be amazing! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iluvdebbies Posted February 19, 2020 Share Posted February 19, 2020 1 minute ago, ChrisUND1 said: Tampa would be amazing! First weekend in January. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisUND1 Posted February 19, 2020 Share Posted February 19, 2020 4 minutes ago, iluvdebbies said: First weekend in January. Anytime during winter in the upper Midwest! I love that area of FL. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlphaMikeFoxtrot Posted February 19, 2020 Share Posted February 19, 2020 Opponent better be ASU if they're going back to the desert. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iluvdebbies Posted February 19, 2020 Share Posted February 19, 2020 Michigan. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdub27 Posted February 19, 2020 Share Posted February 19, 2020 At this point, Vegas will likely be a permanent second or third stop in the rotation (every 4-6 years), for a handful of reasons, with ease of travel, entertainment options being two of them along with a very large donor who resides there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
InHeavenThereIsNoBeer Posted February 19, 2020 Share Posted February 19, 2020 2 hours ago, iluvdebbies said: Michigan. This is the correct answer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
70'sguy Posted February 19, 2020 Share Posted February 19, 2020 Vegas is nice, but I would like to see another destination. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlphaMikeFoxtrot Posted February 20, 2020 Share Posted February 20, 2020 3 hours ago, InHeavenThereIsNoBeer said: This is the correct answer Not until they schedule a home and home with us. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CarpeRemote Posted February 20, 2020 Share Posted February 20, 2020 10 hours ago, ChrisUND1 said: Tampa would be amazing! Yes, Tampa or Miami. If Miami it might take a few days to round up the team for the flight home. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SiouxCrioux1 Posted February 20, 2020 Share Posted February 20, 2020 6 hours ago, 70'sguy said: Vegas is nice, but I would like to see another destination. At least it’s not Seattle. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UNDColorado Posted February 20, 2020 Share Posted February 20, 2020 7 hours ago, SiouxCrioux1 said: At least it’s not Seattle. Agreed, I'm not really looking to visit a place like that in the winter. Seattle in the summer is a great trip though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vegas_Sioux Posted February 20, 2020 Share Posted February 20, 2020 Late Oct or early Nov. highs still in the 80s golf before the game but fall in grand forks can still be nice then too. Maybe the exhibition game against the us junior team would be a good fit. Still highs in the 60s through Christmas. Or that first series back from winter break. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Siouxperfan7 Posted February 20, 2020 Share Posted February 20, 2020 I think the demand for the Vegas game and ticket sales for Nashville have proven that these destination games need to be held in NHL size arenas. I also agree that these need to be warm weather locations. As much fin as it is to visit Philly or Chicago, I think fans would much rather visit warmer climates in late October/early November. Plenty opportunities to visit those other arenas and cities for Frozen Fours!! That being said, here are the warm climate cities with an NHL arena that are potential destination "warm climate" locations: San Jose Anaheim, CA Los Angeles, CA Glendale, AZ Las Vegas, NV Dallas, TX Nashville, TN Raleigh, NC Tampa, FL Sunrise, FL Any of the other cities (besides Nashville and Vegas) that people are excited about?! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BarnWinterSportsEngelstad Posted February 20, 2020 Share Posted February 20, 2020 Arizona St. might be a good fit, they are improving. Michigan my 2nd choice, since Arz. is next door. We need to play these teams in the near future outside a playoff game. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cberkas Posted February 20, 2020 Share Posted February 20, 2020 1 hour ago, Siouxperfan7 said: I think the demand for the Vegas game and ticket sales for Nashville have proven that these destination games need to be held in NHL size arenas. I also agree that these need to be warm weather locations. As much fin as it is to visit Philly or Chicago, I think fans would much rather visit warmer climates in late October/early November. Plenty opportunities to visit those other arenas and cities for Frozen Fours!! That being said, here are the warm climate cities with an NHL arena that are potential destination "warm climate" locations: San Jose Anaheim, CA Los Angeles, CA Glendale, AZ Las Vegas, NV Dallas, TX Nashville, TN Raleigh, NC Tampa, FL Sunrise, FL Any of the other cities (besides Nashville and Vegas) that people are excited about?! If UND plays in Philly they better play against Penn State. They could play both games in Glendale if they came to play ASU. All games in Glendale have been afternoon games so far this season. I honestly don’t care if UND plays Michigan. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlphaMikeFoxtrot Posted February 20, 2020 Share Posted February 20, 2020 1 hour ago, Siouxperfan7 said: I think the demand for the Vegas game and ticket sales for Nashville have proven that these destination games need to be held in NHL size arenas. I also agree that these need to be warm weather locations. As much fin as it is to visit Philly or Chicago, I think fans would much rather visit warmer climates in late October/early November. Plenty opportunities to visit those other arenas and cities for Frozen Fours!! That being said, here are the warm climate cities with an NHL arena that are potential destination "warm climate" locations: San Jose Anaheim, CA Los Angeles, CA Glendale, AZ Las Vegas, NV Dallas, TX Nashville, TN Raleigh, NC Tampa, FL Sunrise, FL Any of the other cities (besides Nashville and Vegas) that people are excited about?! LA is the best of a snooze fest of cities there. Too bad the new Warriors arena in SF was designed as exclusively basketball. Vegas and Nashville were the two best choices. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
streetsahead Posted February 20, 2020 Author Share Posted February 20, 2020 1 hour ago, Siouxperfan7 said: I think the demand for the Vegas game and ticket sales for Nashville have proven that these destination games need to be held in NHL size arenas. I also agree that these need to be warm weather locations. As much fin as it is to visit Philly or Chicago, I think fans would much rather visit warmer climates in late October/early November. Plenty opportunities to visit those other arenas and cities for Frozen Fours!! That being said, here are the warm climate cities with an NHL arena that are potential destination "warm climate" locations: San Jose Anaheim, CA Los Angeles, CA Glendale, AZ Las Vegas, NV Dallas, TX Nashville, TN Raleigh, NC Tampa, FL Sunrise, FL Any of the other cities (besides Nashville and Vegas) that people are excited about?! I'd like Glendale, Tampa or San Jose Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cberkas Posted February 20, 2020 Share Posted February 20, 2020 22 minutes ago, streetsahead said: I'd like Glendale, Tampa or San Jose I still think San Jose needs to replace the SAP Center. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sodbuster Posted February 20, 2020 Share Posted February 20, 2020 (edited) Does Memphis have an adequate arena? Edited February 20, 2020 by Sodbuster spelling Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SiouxSherm94 Posted February 20, 2020 Share Posted February 20, 2020 1 hour ago, cberkas said: If UND plays in Philly they better play against Penn State. They could play both games in Glendale if they came to play ASU. All games in Glendale have been afternoon games so far this season. I honestly don’t care if UND plays Michigan. While Westgate isn't anything to write home about in my opinion (having lived a short walk away), the entire entertainment district would play as a great host if we were to play at/in Gila River for a weekend. Plenty of bars (including a Fat Tuesday), 5 hotels within walking distance, Tanger Outlets right across the street, and an ever-improving Desert Diamond Casino a couple blocks north. I would be a big fan of this proposal if it came to be. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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