CBS has UL at 44, overall

[ulXrunner]

Suck it LTUR & Hoax,

Haha I with! Just hope we get them on the field

[Zeebart21]

Haha I with! Just hope we get them on the field

That is a must, but perception nationwide is better. Imo.

[VObserver]

VO is that rumor or facet? I do not recall ever getting an offer from the Metro.

I was told that the Metro was set to vote us in, and that some heavy hitters at Tulame had been approached by Herbert Heyman [Schilling? one of the Herbs] to discuss the vote. One thing led to another, and the Tulamers offered to secure the Tulane vote in exchange for a rather sizable donation.

They reached agreement in principal, but Ray told Herb that he had the vote locked up, and Herb should not waste his money.

Long story short, Tulane both voted against us and lobbied others, and we failed to get the necessary # of votes.

This story may not be true, but it has been repeated many times in many circumstances and has never been refuted by any of the principals, to my knowledge.

[CajunEXPRESS]

Sounds right squeeze the buffalo of the nickel instead of greasing the skids.

[LaCajunsFan]

I see it differently. I don't think "good fortune" shined on us the past two years. I think we did average damage for what we had in our arsenal. I believe our football team failed to meet expectations (and the new defensive staff should help remedy that deficiency). I think Michael Lotief's health wasn't fortunate for our softball program. I think our MBB and WBB program has just started their climb. Our baseball program earned everything they got the past two years... and with these unbelievable young pitchers... we're one good batter from kicking serious butt. In fact, if "good fortune" (RCAF executive directorship) actually begins to assist our athletic programs... we'll be tough to deal with for some time.

I totally agree with this! We've come a long with FB, but have much further to go. I agree with u on the MBB & WBB, and softball. And men to the baseball.....we will be nothing short of phenomenal in the next 2-3 years.

[Cajunsmike]

IMO VO, the only question about results is the big ? at pitching for the softball team. IMO there may be a significant drop off. Do not know about the true freshman last year Trahan. She did well in the early season, but the big girls took over as their health improved.

Football having to replace a veteran quarterback, and all conference lineman will be interesting.

baseball poised for another fantastic year like 2014. Basketball loaded for the first time, men and women.

I went to a softball game this past season when Alex Stewart pitched. That young lady has the potential to be the ace for many of the top teams in the nation. Otherwise, I agree that if you look at the situation for all our sports, there is reason for optimism across the board. As VObserver said earlier, we may need a little luck along the way to continue the excellent results.

[Boomer]

VO is that rumor or facet? I do not recall ever getting an offer from the Metro.

......Ask Herbie Shilling about Herbert Hyman's Tulane gift!!!

[Hammer58]

......Ask Herbie Shilling about Herbert Hyman's Tulane gift!!!

So are you saying the account VO related is correct?

[VObserver]

On a related note, Massey does a similar evaluation, but uses 10 sports rather than the 5 used by CBS. They also include all of Division 1, not just FBS.

In last year's Massey, UL was at #87 [#71 in FBS] Tech was at # 155 [# 102 in FBS].

The separation continues.

Interestingly, though not surprisingly, going from 5 to 10 sports dramatically skews power toward the P5 schools. UL is ahead of 23 P5 schools in the 5 sport model, only 4 in the 10 sport model.

Just for you, Boomer, Tech is ahead of 5 P5's on CBS, none on Massey.

[Zeebart21]

On a related note, Massey does a similar evaluation, but uses 10 sports rather than the 5 used by CBS. They also include all of Division 1, not just FBS.

In last year's Massey, UL was at #87 [#71 in FBS] Tech was at # 155 [# 102 in FBS].

The separation continues.

You must stop slapping folks in the face with reality, VO!