Status Quo or Changes

[LifeTimeCajun]

This is funny. This situation is literally the only one I’ve ever been adamantly against Robe. I’ve disagreed on something here or there, but mostly about an in game decision that really has no impact on the big picture. Or maybe someone that has gotten a little longer leash than my liking. I’ve defended against the meltdowns over bullpen, small ball, you name it, for the last decade plus. There are people that are helping pay off that stadium waiting to hear something. I know former players that have voiced concern. We aren’t looking at a roster like we did in 2012 and knew 13 and 14 were going to be good. I have serious doubts about what we have for next year. 3 straight years without postseason is not acceptable and I don’t think anyone would argue that. With radio silence, one can only assume next year will be like the last two.

Well you can look at it a few different ways. Everyone is anxiously awaiting the official word. I get it. But the roster thing...if you follow it closely they have gone out and began rerecruiting and there has been some turnover with returning guys. I do not think all the guys that are leaving are “misses”. I think some were sent to get some PT to get better and we are bringing in some immediate help in some spots. Some kids fall victim of a numbers game when building a roster.
I do know this....we have not had a TON of success bringing in juco hitters that make immediate impact. However, Wells was in this situation at Tech when they brought in a ton of juco kids to turn things around over there and he did a very good job with those players. We will have to wait and see what happens but I think it can and will be different

[BeauCajun]

Paid attendance was high, actual fans in the seats other than for the LSU game were not.

I attended all games but 2. In my row, the row behind me and the row in front of me, for most games there were 15 or less fans out of about 60 seats and 4 were mine. The balance of the grandstand was about the same. I would not call that "often full."

Same thing in Section A. Maybe 25% at all the games but LSU.

[CajunAmos]

This is something I've always wondered about. If your stadium is a season ticket sellout.. but you draw around 1,000... who cares about that? Does the AD take notice? Does the gameday sponsors argue about it? Is it discussed behind closed doors?

Would it be better than seating 12,000 and having 4,000?

[Dad04]

That is interesting. I would bet you may get different answers from different ADs, sponsers, etc.

Our AD would notice. It's math. He is sharp.

[Rougarou]

Our AD would notice. It's math. He is sharp.

I wouldn't doubt it.

[CajunRage]

But, all suites were paid for and committed to for several years! Money is as important as attendance (if not more so). Without the money provided by those that may not always attend, Those of us that do attend would not be sitting in a new and more comfortable facility. Of course monetary donations AND attendance should be the ultimate goal.

So you look at it as we already have the money so who cares? Interesting.... We don't have the luxury some schools have. I guarantee you that these suites are relied upon to make ends meet. I don't know if these commitments are legally binding but either way, they are of concern. Either word spreads that we get your money and that's all we care about. Or they don't renew and we have to find somewhere else to fill that gap. Either way, empty suites are not good.

[Duggie35]

So you look at it as we already have the money so who cares? Interesting.... We don't have the luxury some schools have. I guarantee you that these suites are relied upon to make ends meet. I don't know if these commitments are legally binding but either way, they are of concern. Either word spreads that we get your money and that's all we care about. Or they don't renew and we have to find somewhere else to fill that gap. Either way, empty suites are not good.

I understand what some of you are saying and don't disagree that UL should strive for more actual butts in the seats. However, it is my understanding that in order to get one of the new suites, a multi year commitment was required and they are not year-to-year deals. Also, how many times have we heard from our former A.D. and current administration that season tickets are the lifeblood of the program. Therefore, it would seem to me that having a sold out stadium based on season ticket sales puts our Baseball program in fairly good shape.

But if I'm wrong, I hope Robe formally announces who the new hitting Coach is real soon so that we will be battling standing room only crowds at the The Teague (Russo) next season! LOL!!!

[Cajun90]

I understand what some of you are saying and don't disagree that UL should strive for more actual butts in the seats. However, it is my understanding that in order to get one of the new suites, a multi year commitment was required and they are not year-to-year deals. Also, how many times have we heard from our former A.D. and current administration that season tickets are the lifeblood of the program. Therefore, it would seem to me that having a sold out stadium based on season ticket sales puts our Baseball program in fairly good shape.

But if I'm wrong, I hope Robe formally announces who the new hitting Coach is real soon so that we will be battling standing room only crowds at the The Teague (Russo) next season! LOL!!!

2017 is latest attendance data that is verified. Cajuns were 9th in avg. attendance and 13th in overall attendance. Of course that is paid which is what everyone else reports as well.

In regards to finances I've been told that we are ahead of where they wanted to be in regards to being able to pay off the stadium loan.

[CajunJeaux]

I understand what some of you are saying and don't disagree that UL should strive for more actual butts in the seats. However, it is my understanding that in order to get one of the new suites, a multi year commitment was required and they are not year-to-year deals. Also, how many times have we heard from our former A.D. and current administration that season tickets are the lifeblood of the program. Therefore, it would seem to me that having a sold out stadium based on season ticket sales puts our Baseball program in fairly good shape.

But if I'm wrong, I hope Robe formally announces who the new hitting Coach is real soon so that we will be battling standing room only crowds at the The Teague (Russo) next season! LOL!!!

The Teague?...I knew your were a neckster...

[CajunRage]

I understand what some of you are saying and don't disagree that UL should strive for more actual butts in the seats. However, it is my understanding that in order to get one of the new suites, a multi year commitment was required and they are not year-to-year deals. Also, how many times have we heard from our former A.D. and current administration that season tickets are the lifeblood of the program. Therefore, it would seem to me that having a sold out stadium based on season ticket sales puts our Baseball program in fairly good shape.

But if I'm wrong, I hope Robe formally announces who the new hitting Coach is real soon so that we will be battling standing room only crowds at the The Teague (Russo) next season! LOL!!!

How confident are you in the season tickets long term if companies/individuals spent thousands of dollars and aren’t even interested enough to attend the games?