Dr. Maggard on KPEL (10-11-21)

[thecajunitalian]

Well one would hope they would broadcast UL but unfortunately no. I don't rely on them potnuh just saying how sad it is.

[Big Buds]

Another issue is when Lafayette TV stations broadcast LSU like crazy and nothing about tje Cajuns.

This is hilarious.

[thecajunitalian]

Both of my kids attend UL and if not for me they had no idea there was a game. I've been taking them both since 1999 to every home game.

[mxpxfr690]

Your first time?
No one is whining. Check the history books.

We are awful at game promotion and the community at large has not supported this program. Now, I’m not blaming Acadiana. They haven’t been given reasons in the past to support. But when the two collide, the results are what they are.

I am not arguing about the history… I remember being in the front row of the student section and turn around and their is only a few hundred students…. I remember being in the stadium for a game against Idaho and Joey Harrington’s little brother was a starting QB and the announce attendance was like 7000, which if there were 7000 folks there then i look like Cindy Crawford. I remember when it poured down for the UAB game and 80% of the fans left the game and missed us stomping a mud hole in the blazers 34-0. I am well aware of the history, but I have noticed the last few years the student section has been showing up much better for games, so that is why I said wait and see… I have been there through the ____ty times and I am of no illusion that this community is a fair weather fan base with dedicated diehards…. But let’s give the students an opportunity to show out for this game before everyone starts crying about attendance.

[RedTails]

Schools Strategize to Boost Student Football Attendance

Old article from 2013, but last two paragraphs clue in on why I believe student attendance was high and consistent during the early Hud years. Student tailgating took place right outside of the stadium and most went into the game.

[Big Buds]

Schools Strategize to Boost Student Football Attendance

Old article from 2013, but last two paragraphs clue in on why I believe student attendance was high and consistent during the early Hud years. Student tailgating took place right outside of the stadium and most went into the game.

It’s actually a great setup now on the practice field. Maybe an additional 50 steps but they can handle it.

[Cajunsmike]

In what way have (they) made an attempt? The students should have been barn storming on campus. Signs and flags a waving. Drove through campus several times the last few days. Most don't know there is a game Tuesday.....sad....

Man About Town and I agree on one thing. While the social media promotions for the game have been done well, that is not the only approach needed now. Today's students don't follow many of the sports sites on Twitter, Facebook etc. There needed to be a lot more signs on campus since early last week reminding people of tomorrow night. Campus leaders (both students and administrators) could have been passing out flyers with the game notice at key intersections. Holding signs while they did so could have been tried. Now maybe some of this was done that I am not aware of. Hope that was the case.

[Big Buds]

We need to build actual traditions leading up to game day. MAT and others have mentioned great ideas in this regard. Something like a yell practice on campus the night before every game, like aTm, is a start.

We definitely could have had a fall ball scrimmage tonight with the bar/concessions open would have been awesome!

[Scott Malkinson]

Man About Town and I agree on one thing. While the social media promotions for the game have been done well, that is not the only approach needed now. Today's students don't follow many of the sports sites on Twitter, Facebook etc. There needed to be a lot more signs on campus since early last week reminding people of tomorrow night. Campus leaders (both students and administrators) could have been passing out flyers with the game notice at key intersections. Holding signs while they did so could have been tried. Now maybe some of this was done that I am not aware of. Hope that was the case.

They were passing out Billy napier dollars today with the T-shirt giveaway

[Big Buds]

They were passing out Billy napier dollars today with the T-shirt giveaway

A culture reset within our community is needed. It’s gonna take more than just winning.

[Duggie35]

I wish folks would jump on the Cajun bandwagon now, but Unfortunately I think a significant change won’t take place until we get the renovated stadium with all of the modern enhancements.

[Turbine]

Another issue is when Lafayette TV stations broadcast LSU like crazy and nothing about tje Cajuns.

I'm with you, it's a big issue.