1981 grad Posted February 5 Report Share Posted February 5 1 hour ago, Hilltopper said: Parking in the deck is free. The athletic department made a deal with the parking company. It's been that way for the last 2 seasons. Although my memory sucks, I am 99% sure last year they charged for parking in the deck and I had to show my season holder parking pass to get into the deck. I was surprised this year that they were not charging for the deck. If it was free why did the U send me parking passes for lot 1 as part of my season tickets? I think they made it free after they sent out the season tickets. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hilltopper Posted February 5 Report Share Posted February 5 3 minutes ago, 1981 grad said: Although my memory sucks, I am 99% sure last year they charged for parking in the deck and I had to show my season holder parking pass to get into the deck. I was surprised this year that they were not charging for the deck. If it was free why did the U send me parking passes for lot 1 as part of my season tickets? I think they made it free after they sent out the season tickets. I must have been wrong about last season. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clarkwgriswold Posted February 5 Author Report Share Posted February 5 3 hours ago, Captain Kangaroo said: So the athletic department printed out thousands of 2024-25 deck parking passes for a free lot? If it was Guthrie’s idea, it adds up. They look so nice in my season scrapbook. 😁 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1981 grad Posted February 12 Report Share Posted February 12 Last night they honored the student athletes who made the honor role at halftime with about 150 students being honored. After they were honored, about 95% left. I was disgusted by their choice to leave. It showed zero school spirit and I thought was disrespectful to the basketball team who has the nation's longest winning streak. They use the basketball crowd to honor the students and the students dishonor their fellow athletes by leaving ASAP. The school does this every year during a basketball game as long as I can remember. Am I the only one that feels that way? 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GP1 Posted February 12 Report Share Posted February 12 41 minutes ago, 1981 grad said: Last night they honored the student athletes who made the honor role at halftime with about 150 students being honored. After they were honored, about 95% left. I was disgusted by their choice to leave. It showed zero school spirit and I thought was disrespectful to the basketball team who has the nation's longest winning streak. They use the basketball crowd to honor the students and the students dishonor their fellow athletes by leaving ASAP. The school does this every year during a basketball game as long as I can remember. Am I the only one that feels that way? If they force a basketball player to attend a softball game for recognition, how long would he stick around after? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Illini Zip Posted February 12 Report Share Posted February 12 19 minutes ago, GP1 said: If they force a basketball player to attend a softball game for recognition, how long would he stick around after? How good looking is the softball team? 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LZIp Posted February 12 Report Share Posted February 12 Can’t recall if they were honored or not, but I definitely seen the basketball team at a football game last season. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blue & Gold Posted February 12 Report Share Posted February 12 29 minutes ago, LZIp said: Can’t recall if they were honored or not, but I definitely seen the basketball team at a football game last season. I've seen them at football and soccer games. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1981 grad Posted February 12 Report Share Posted February 12 2 hours ago, GP1 said: If they force a basketball player to attend a softball game for recognition, how long would he stick around after? Does that make it right? I have gone to many functions, business and non business activities because it was the right thing to do and I did not leave early because it would have been disrespectful to the host. If the University is training these student athletes for life and a business career, should they not learn respect for others? If I was the U I would make it mandatory that the coaches escort the teams on the floor and that the coaches and teams stay till the end of the game and cheer on the Zips any time a student athlete is honored during a sporting event. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NWAkron Posted February 12 Report Share Posted February 12 Doing what is right isn't really a thing these days. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
csims0917 Posted February 12 Report Share Posted February 12 3 hours ago, 1981 grad said: Last night they honored the student athletes who made the honor role at halftime with about 150 students being honored. After they were honored, about 95% left. I was disgusted by their choice to leave. It showed zero school spirit and I thought was disrespectful to the basketball team who has the nation's longest winning streak. They use the basketball crowd to honor the students and the students dishonor their fellow athletes by leaving ASAP. The school does this every year during a basketball game as long as I can remember. Am I the only one that feels that way? They do it every year. It’s such a waste of time. Students athletes don’t care about being there and hide in a corner until they get their name called and then book it home cause they’d rather do anything else Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zip_ME87 Posted February 12 Report Share Posted February 12 3 hours ago, GP1 said: If they force a basketball player to attend a softball game for recognition, how long would he stick around after? 👍 Happens at men's soccer games, too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Let'sGoZips94 Posted February 12 Report Share Posted February 12 Ohio State has a large under grad population, and the majority are there because Ohio State is cool and attending games is a social status boost. Akron has a dwindling under grad population, the majority are there to focus on their sport or education, Akron isn't cool, and attending games doesn't boost their social status. Until someone figures out how to make Akron cool, these kids are going to struggle to find the motivation to support athletics. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Illini Zip Posted February 12 Report Share Posted February 12 9 minutes ago, Let'sGoZips94 said: Until someone figures out how to make Akron cool, these kids are going to struggle to find the motivation to support athletics. I completely agree. I know you already have the answer, but I will say it anyway. A 2 or 3 win run in the NCAAT will get the attention of every sports-minded person in NEOhio. Do it twice and you’re all of a sudden cool and filling the JAR. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Let'sGoZips94 Posted February 12 Report Share Posted February 12 10 minutes ago, Illini Zip said: I completely agree. I know you already have the answer, but I will say it anyway. A 2 or 3 win run in the NCAAT will get the attention of every sports-minded person in NEOhio. Do it twice and you’re all of a sudden cool and filling the JAR. Which is why I think Bud Wentz is shelling out so much $$$ for basketball. The numbers consistently show an uptick in enrollment/support for schools following a March Madness run. I have some other ideas in the interim, but that's the end-all-be-all solution. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GP1 Posted February 12 Report Share Posted February 12 3 hours ago, 1981 grad said: Does that make it right? I have gone to many functions, business and non business activities because it was the right thing to do and I did not leave early because it would have been disrespectful to the host. If the University is training these student athletes for life and a business career, should they not learn respect for others? If I was the U I would make it mandatory that the coaches escort the teams on the floor and that the coaches and teams stay till the end of the game and cheer on the Zips any time a student athlete is honored during a sporting event. My experience in life is being "right" is little more than the boobie prize. It's a lesson I learned long ago from a building contractor. People go broke all the time trying to be right about things that don't matter. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1981 grad Posted February 12 Report Share Posted February 12 1 hour ago, Let'sGoZips94 said: Ohio State has a large under grad population, and the majority are there because Ohio State is cool and attending games is a social status boost. Akron has a dwindling under grad population, the majority are there to focus on their sport or education, Akron isn't cool, and attending games doesn't boost their social status. Until someone figures out how to make Akron cool, these kids are going to struggle to find the motivation to support athletics. Cool, how is this not cool? 1 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clarkwgriswold Posted February 12 Author Report Share Posted February 12 Two words to increase attendance- RED PANDA. 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZipsBBjunkie Posted February 12 Report Share Posted February 12 I’m surprised Red Panda from all accounts only charges $5K a performance. That is well within the $100K BW generously contributed to UA for BB marketing this season! https://www.startribune.com/halftime-performers-like-red-panda-the-amazing-sladek-and-christian-and-scooby-are-show-stoppers/600364279 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clarkwgriswold Posted February 12 Author Report Share Posted February 12 28 minutes ago, ZipsBBjunkie said: I’m surprised Red Panda from all accounts only charges $5K a performance. That is well within the $100K BW generously contributed to UA for BB marketing this season! https://www.startribune.com/halftime-performers-like-red-panda-the-amazing-sladek-and-christian-and-scooby-are-show-stoppers/600364279 I think UA should establish a Red Panda residency like the Vegas venues do with the big stars! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Kangaroo Posted February 12 Report Share Posted February 12 6 minutes ago, clarkwgriswold said: I think UA should establish a Red Panda residency like the Vegas venues do with the big stars! Considering our budget restrictions, is there an off-brand Red Panda...maybe a Pink Koala? On a tricycle, with paper plates? Could we get the Blatz Light Daredevils to perform some antics on pogo sticks? 1 1 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clarkwgriswold Posted February 12 Author Report Share Posted February 12 9 minutes ago, Captain Kangaroo said: Considering our budget restrictions, is there an off-brand Red Panda...maybe a Pink Koala? On a tricycle, with paper plates? Could we get the Blatz Light Daredevils to perform some antics on pogo sticks? I have a scooter and some circa 1980 Corell plates and would do it for $50 a show. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NWAkron Posted February 12 Report Share Posted February 12 To Summarize: If U of A had Enrique, this season's wings and guards, along with Red Panda we could stop the would, could, should discussion? 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clarkwgriswold Posted February 12 Author Report Share Posted February 12 1 hour ago, NWAkron said: To Summarize: If U of A had Enrique, this season's wings and guards, along with Red Panda we could stop the would, could, should discussion? That elusive ACC bid would finally come. 1 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ewbrooman1 Posted February 13 Report Share Posted February 13 13 hours ago, 1981 grad said: Last night they honored the student athletes who made the honor role at halftime with about 150 students being honored. After they were honored, about 95% left. I was disgusted by their choice to leave. It showed zero school spirit and I thought was disrespectful to the basketball team who has the nation's longest winning streak. They use the basketball crowd to honor the students and the students dishonor their fellow athletes by leaving ASAP. The school does this every year during a basketball game as long as I can remember. Am I the only one that feels that way? Maybe they had to go study. 😉 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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