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The floor of the Cajundome will have a new look when the UL basketball teams open their 2019-20 seasons.
Out is the swamp mural scene that was introduced in November 2016, three seasons ago, as part of a $21.2 million Cajundome renovation project.
In: a much-cleaner design.
According to The Daily Advertiser, the Swamp Thing will be no more:
Cajundome basketball floor will have new look for UL this season
The floor of the Cajundome will have a new look when the UL basketball teams open their 2019-20 seasons.
Out is the swamp mural scene that was introduced in November 2016, three seasons ago, as part of a $21.2 million Cajundome renovation project.
In: a much-cleaner design.
The busy swamp look — somewhat similar to Oregon’s forest floor, a predecessor — had a black border with the Ragin’ Cajuns logo at centercourt. It featured the silhouette of a cypress swamp on Lake Martin.
The old court — liked by some but not all Cajun fans — was designed by Praters Hardwood Floors of Chattanooga, Tennessee.
The new look has not yet been publicly unveiled, and its design has not been specifically disclosed by UL.
“We intended for the next reiteration of the floor to have a classic look to it,” said Patrick Crawford, UL’s assistant director of athletics for communications and digital strategy.
“The new resurfaced court,” Crawford added, “emphasizes the Ragin’ Cajuns brand, which we were most excited about.”
https://www.theadvertiser.com/story/...ut/4057068002/
Personally, I'm somewhat sad to see it go. I thought it was a good effort. Not perfect, but distinctive.
Thank you baby Jesus. Good riddance.
Sorry to see it go. But glad it’s gone. LOL
I didn't like it at all.
I loved the concept, but it never should have gotten past the concept stage.
I liked the effort to tie it to our culture. However, fans who watched it on TV said it did not come across well at all on that medium. Perhaps that is a reason for the change. Wonder what will be done with the old floor.Quote:
Originally Posted by AirBill
According to the news article this is just a resurfacing. It will be the same floor.
Thank God
Great concept, poor execution
Not really. The article says it will be a "much-cleaner design" that "emphasizes the Ragin' Cajun brand." Not sure what it means, but it seems that the swamp design will be either gone or redone in a cleaner manner. It's cagey possibly because UL is being that way.Quote:
Originally Posted by CRAWFISH61
There needs to be more of a contrast if they keep the swamp motif.
From the articleQuote:
Originally Posted by AirBill
Cajundome workers began installation of the new-look court in recent days.
The floor itself is not new, but the design of it is.
“Most basketball courts have a handful of resurfacings in their lifespan,” UL spokesman Crawford said. “This was a latest resurfacing — a re-gloss.”
Quote:
Originally Posted by CRAWFISH61
I saw that line, too. But that directly contradicts what's written toward the top:
I mean, I could be wrong, because the article is confusing. But I think that's what it says. <shrug>Quote:
Out is the swamp mural scene that was introduced in November 2016, three seasons ago, as part of a $21.2 million Cajundome renovation project.
In: a much-cleaner design.
In any event, I guess we'll find out soon enough.
I hope they go with more Vermillion and White design with Louisiana at the ends.
Ragin Cajun hot wheels center court....?
I can confirm the swamp is gone.Quote:
Originally Posted by AirBill
Only if it’s got yellow AND black.Quote:
Originally Posted by ZoomZoom
......A very bad idea is corrected....worked 20 years with design concepts.....some are great and receive awards.....some, as in this case, can be corrected.....looking forward to seeing the new floor!Quote:
Originally Posted by AirBill
IMO somehow it was a mess when viewed in small snippets which most basketball games are seen in. When seen as a full picture it’s great. Don’t know how exactly to explain it. I’m more excited about a more traditional look than regretful about the apparent failure of the swamp scene.Quote:
Originally Posted by AirBill
Glad they didn't use the money to buy something else for UL athletics. I would have hated to see them spend it on something that helps us win games.
They could have bought some nice home games for the fans with the money wasted on new floor designs every 3 yearsQuote:
Originally Posted by Benchwarmer
You just can't please everybody.
When I saw this, I was floored.