Oct 7th Tailgate

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Originally Posted by GeauxCajuns

so lower the price to get them in, and once in jack it up? and you think there wouldnt be 500 facebook posts about it like that guy from earlier today? the problem with a lot of our fans is that they think they are owed something, like being a Cajun fan is a sacrifice and since they are sacrificing by being there that they should receive something more than fair market value. you think our fans would sign up at a cheaper price, watch demand grow, and then when prices are raised their response would be "i completely understand, i'll move along quietly" i think there is about 85-90% grandstand tickets sold for baseball, and there was a 20 page thread with everyone complaining about reseating, or a price hike that wasnt even true. com'n man.

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I pay $183.3333333 for my RV spot. How is charging $400 a fair market value? I would venture to say that the market value is closer to $0 than $400. You want to test the market value, consider opening the RV spot to anyone for free and observe if the lot fills up; if it does, there is market value, and if not, there is none. Remember when they made it free to park at the stadium, did we fill up the lot? We have to quit pretending like we are the gold standard for sporting events. Would I love to see that, heck yeah, but we are not doing ourselves any favors by pricing ourselves out of a market.

Let's continue to make it a worse and worse atmosphere. Do you see that as driving up the market price? We've been tailgating for 15 years, and it worsens each year. We've even debated giving up the spot, arriving around 1 PM, and hanging out around the band until game time when people start gathering.

I'm not sure where the idea of 'jacking up the price' comes from because if you were to sell them for $200 and the cost for a season is $183.3333333, you would actually be lowering the price for those who decide to purchase a spot for the following year. However, it's possible my math is off. I welcome your insights, as you appear to be well-versed in economics.

P.S., these are not die-hard UL fans attending games religiously; they are fans in the community who aim to attend 2 or 3 games a season. The goal is to create an exciting enough atmosphere to keep them coming back. But then again, what do I know? Let's continue on the same path; it appears to be working, doesn't it?

Seems like it wouldnt be that hard to create an auction website and then youd really be able to see what the spots are worth, no bottom limit for when demand is down and no upper limit for when demand is high.

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Originally Posted by MountainDew

I don’t care if it’s $400 for a RV spot on the 50 yardline. We cannot continue to charge these prices for the product that is being put out. A phone call was made about renting out a tailgate spot. Instead of charging $150 or so for a single game spot that is not being used, the space will remain unused for $400. This does not make any damn sense.

I think we all saw the same post on Facebook. And comparing where each spot is in regards to either UL or LSU’s stadium is irrelevant in my opinion. I think the general point of the post is correct. We are outpricing our fanbase.

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I only brought up the comparison because RaginScotsman brought up people driving over to TSAB to RV tailgate instead. I'll go to war over lowering traditional tailgate spot costs (to even free in some areas) along with anyone but owning an RV and not being able to hand over $400 for a premium spot does not resonate with me.

Edit: To park in lot B (which is the same distance as the RV lot), you have to pay $3060 plus season tickets. That's $510 per game. For a little perspective.

Edit 2: There's obviously a market for RV casuals that don't want to pay $400/game. I know one personally. They used to bring their RV to Blackham when that was open. So maybe open up a cheap single-game RV location over there.

Edit 3: I bet if we had an outbound sales team, we could snipe up some of those Acadiana RV folks crossing the Basin if they knew we had $400 single-game spots.

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Originally Posted by fpc4life99

In analyzing the current utilization and market dynamics surrounding our RV tailgate spot, it becomes evident that we face a challenge in maintaining its appeal and revenue generation. A core principle of pricing strategy is that demand should precede premium pricing. However, the RV spot's diminishing allure prompts a reconsideration of our approach.

Historically, the inception of the RV lot was met with exuberance and fervor, characterized by a full house and palpable excitement. Regrettably, the present scenario no longer mirrors this enthusiasm. Consequently, it is worth contemplating a strategic shift in pricing to reignite interest and engagement in this offering.

One potential strategy is to institute a dynamic pricing model. This system would respond to fluctuations in demand by lowering prices during periods of underutilization and increasing them when demand surges. This dynamic approach aligns with fundamental economic principles and has the potential to optimize revenue streams while simultaneously preserving the sense of exclusivity.

Additionally, the introduction of targeted promotions and packages tailored to less popular times can incentivize patronage. Discounts, bundled arrangements, or unique experiences associated with the RV spot could be strategically deployed to attract clientele during periods of lower demand.

To address the prevailing stagnation in excitement, it is imperative to engage with our RV enthusiast community and event attendees. By soliciting feedback and incorporating their suggestions for enhanced amenities, activities, or entertainment options, we foster a sense of co-creation and ensure that our offerings align with their evolving preferences.

Effective communication and marketing strategies are equally pivotal. Ensuring potential customers are well-informed about RV spot availability and any ongoing promotions is critical. By leveraging targeted marketing campaigns and fostering a sense of anticipation, we can drive interest and ultimately bookings.

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AI?

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Originally Posted by ZoomZoom

AI?

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You have to make it valuable before you can charge high prices. You can only charge what people are willing to pay, that’s capitalism. I think our admin has a abnormally high (incorrect) value associated with football stadium ancillary items. We need to build a TRUE fan base then people will spend money because of the value it is to them. If you could care less then it’s not worth anything.

Single game tailgate spots are $175 per pass
Single game RV spots are $400 per pass

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Originally Posted by RedTails

LSU offers single game RV passes for $100-$250 on River Road. A good bit further walk than Blackham to CF.

Their (LSU) RV lot right next to stadium cost $7000, and the two RV lots a little further away are $1400.

$400 right next to stadium with hookups doesn't seem bad in comparison (more like a steal). Maybe offer $100-$250 spots at Blackham for less premium RV spots? Did that during Hud's tenure.

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That makes sense. I just saw the post, but when you consider location the argument kind of loses is substance when you add some context.

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Originally Posted by cjr3888

Single game tailgate spots are $175 per pass
Single game RV spots are $400 per pass

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Cut those by 50% at least

Charge more the next game if they actually sell out (they won't)

Everyone who keeps saying "our prices are in line with blah blah blah" needs to read the comments on these posts..

Person after person saying "who in the world can afford to bring their family to these games?"

The only value for UL sports is thru season tickets, and for anyone between 25-40 with a young family, season tickets are about as feasible as saying "I'm sure my kids won't have ANYTHING going on on 8 straight Saturdays"