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[ManAboutTown]

This might be the best thread in ragin pagin history

Everyone needs to relax. MAT and CajunT have told us numerous times that we are big time, we will be in the big 12 in 5 or 6 years. It doesn't matter if we only getting 10000 a game this year. We are a sleeping giant that the big 12 or at worst aac isn't letting slip away. We are big time if you don't believe me just ask MAT and CajunT

And then you have douche waste trolls like this. Turrets fit has him pounding away at the keyboard again.

[basinbear]

This might be the best thread in ragin pagin history

Everyone needs to relax. MAT and CajunT have told us numerous times that we are big time, we will be in the big 12 in 5 or 6 years. It doesn't matter if we only getting 10000 a game this year. We are a sleeping giant that the big 12 or at worst aac isn't letting slip away. We are big time if you don't believe me just ask MAT and CajunT

Neither one of those folks said we will be in the big 12 in 5 or 6 years... oh and by the way....we were discussed by the realignment committee of the AAC when it was originally formed and deemed not ready which of course at the time was accurate.

[ManAboutTown]

So wait a second, we arent big time and a sleeping Giant? Sorry maybe it wasn't you, maybe it was basin bear

Turrets and caffeine don’t mix buddy, haven’t your doctors told you?

[basinbear]

There's no denying that possible UL membership in the Big 12 has been mentioned on quite a few occasions here on RP, but I don't believe anyone has mentioned it in the last three or four years. Perhaps a few fans were simply a little over exuberant when we strung four bowl wins in a row together, but nobody really believes that this is a real possibility anymore. Now dreams of AAC membership, or membership in some mythical GOT40 (Gang of Top 40 G5 programs) is a different story. Those dreams are certainly alive and kicking.

The scheduling consortium is a real possibility as ideas are exchanged on both the P5 and G5 level. Realignment for now is a low buzz discussion. Until TV contracts start expiring no one will make a move. But rest assured it is discussed and we are in the middle of it. Whether or not we end up where we want to....and in my opinion we have a chance....we at least THIS TIME are doing everything in our power to get there.

[basinbear]

Basinbear is far more connected behind the scenes to the steps that are being taken by our program so I would hope he'd give you some details, even if it was via PM.

Having said that, I'll give you my opinion of how this might shake out. The "haves" would include those forward-looking programs who have invested in facilities and coaching staffs, and are doing everything possible to think outside the box as it relates to overall declining interest in college athletics. That's to say, programs that are not dead in the water, but actually increasing athletic budgets on a regular basis and growing their programs.

The driving factor of change, like always, will be money.

Those who have managed to cultivate an engaged fanbase that contributes to the sucess of the program are most likely to get the call to be a part of something bigger, something evolving, something new. Some believe that the P5 cartel (and the media who feeds and thereby controls them) will eventually be forced via monolopy-related lawsuits to share a greater portion of the pie. Only time will tell on that issue, but if they are forced to open up the cofers, there's a good chance they'll dictate the types of programs who will participate.

Some envision a new media package that involves top-quality G5 programs who have formed something of a scheduling alliance. The TV broadcast of a Ragin Cajun versus Houston game, for instance, would likely be far more attractive to a TV audience in our general area than Houston playing UConn or the Cajuns playing Coastal Carolina. That's just one example.

Now, Bear calls it the coming mother of all realignments. I have no idea if it'll be the type of realignment we've seen over the last 10 years or so, or something different, even unique. But most every professional at the G5 level today says that our current structure is unstable and unsustainable. Changes are coming and will be forced upon everyone.

Perhaps think of it as preparing for war. You don't know exactly when, or what will happen, but you damn well know you'd better be prepared.....better prepared than the competition. And while you can't prepare for every potential unforeseen circumstance, you've got a good idea of what it will take to win the war.

Hope that makes sense. While I'm certain change is coming, I don't know the exact nature of that change. But regardless of the type of realignment that takes place, those responding by mailing in a Powerpoint presentation of what they've accomplished will most certainly be pulling up the rear.

Fortunately, it looks like our admin has figured that one out.

I've heard the next round coming described as "the Krakatoa" of all realignments....we'll see.

[CajunT]

Turrets and caffeine don’t mix buddy, haven’t your doctors told you?

He misses his lap dances with Farmer on Friday's at the Corner Bar.

[angeleast]

He misses his lap dances with Farmer on Friday's at the Corner Bar.

game point, slam dunk, the end.... RIP professor.

[ManAboutTown]

He misses his lap dances with Farmer on Friday's at the Corner Bar.

I’ve been told Farmer and Proffessor are writing a memoir of Scotty’s time in Lafayette.

Early leader in the clubhouse for title:

“PowerPoint Shows and Fellatios”

[fanof71]

I’ve been told Farmer and Proffessor are writing a memoir of Scotty’s time in Lafayette.

Early leader in the clubhouse for title:

“PowerPoint Shows and Fellatios”

I heard the title is "How to BLOW a PowerPoint"....

[babysitter]

And then you have douche waste trolls like this. Turrets fit has him pounding away at the keyboard again.

Wow, what an angry dude you are. Talking down to people on this site every chance you get. It's really comical. You and your "I know everything about everything" attitude. What, still chapped because everybody doesn't see things your way? You're a dreamer. A delusional dreamer. One thing I'll give you though, you'll be the last one shoveling the water out of this boat.

I really believe that you don't see what the real problem is. All you do is come on here and throw blame around because you're so frustrated. So, Mr. UL, what's your real solution for putting asses in the bleachers as opposed to calling people cheap and fickled ? I'll hang up and wait.

[CajunVic]

Wow, what an angry dude you are. Talking down to people on this site every chance you get. It's really comical. You and your "I know everything about everything" attitude. What, still chapped because everybody doesn't see things your way? You're a dreamer. A delusional dreamer. One thing I'll give you though, you'll be the last one shoveling the water out of this boat.

I really believe that you don't see what the real problem is. All you do is come on here and throw blame around because you're so frustrated. So, Mr. ULL, what's your real solution for putting asses in the bleachers as opposed to calling people cheap and fickled ? I'll hang up and wait.

C'mon MAT, the answer to his question is not real difficult. All's you need is one more with you and that will constitute "assEs in the seats." You got this.

[ULvictory]

Wow, what an angry dude you are. Talking down to people on this site every chance you get. It’s really comical. You and your “I know everything about everything” attitude. What, still chapped because everybody doesn’t see things your way? You’re a dreamer. A delusional dreamer. One thing I’ll give you though, you’ll be the last one shoveling the water out of this boat.

I really believe that you don’t see what the real problem is. All you do is come on here and throw blame around because you’re so frustrated. So, Mr. ULL, what’s your real solution for putting asses in the bleachers as opposed to calling people cheap and fickled ? I’ll hang up and wait.

Just for using “ULL” in your rant, I’m not sure if that is worthy of an answer from MAT.

And Prof was the one to call them out in the first place with an accusation that had no proof.