The atmosphere certainly seems more subdued on TV than it did a few years ago. Sold out atmosphere for money. I am not sure it was a good trade. See student section discussion, below.
Maybe, but I think it still sneaks up on opposing teams if we get rolling.
Absolutely.
Getting closer every year.
Unquestionably. We discussed this when discussing the stadium renovations. Treating students like 2d class fans is a terrible, terrible idea. Moving them to that crappy setup in RF is a disaster, especially for Tuesday games or for any game that starts to appear non-competitive. I wouldn't want to stand out there all game long on a Saturday afternoon. Never understood that design. Someone overthought that.
Additionally, the students were a big part of the energy in the stadium a few years back. Now they are moved far away. I know the University makes money off having donor seats near the dugout, but tickets will sell, even down the right field line, for winning ball teams. Crazy fans close to the field give an advantage to the home team. Move the students closer to the action. Make LNS a nightmare for opponents.
No. We should have high expectations, especially for a team as talented and potentially good as this one. We may be spoiled, but we should not lower our expectations for this team; they are still capable of greatness.
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