Louisiana vs Jacksonville State in 2023 R+L Carriers New Orleans Bowl

[moorecajun]

I'm sure they took a big loss for the Independance Bowl last year. Had 3 busses, but well over half the people cancelled the morning of, when they saw it was about 11 degrees in Shreveport. We ended up taking 2 busses, each about half full. Was a good trip. But when they opened that bus door at the stadium, the rest of us probably wished that we had cancelled too. I've never felt cold like that.
So maybe they are using this trip to recoup last years loss.

There wasn't a refund; at least we didn't take one.

[WestUCajun]

I'm sure they took a big loss for the Independance Bowl last year. Had 3 busses, but well over half the people cancelled the morning of, when they saw it was about 11 degrees in Shreveport. We ended up taking 2 busses, each about half full. Was a good trip. But when they opened that bus door at the stadium, the rest of us probably wished that we had cancelled too. I've never felt cold like that.
So maybe they are using this trip to recoup last years loss.

Didn't think we got refunds from last year for canceling. I know I didn't. Most likely reason for the cost of the trip is the cost to the alumni association to have the trip. I'm pretty confident the AA isn't making a profit on this trip, even if the bus is full.

[Esqueleto]

$7500 for a 2 hour bus ride and a case of Coors light and some Cheetos? Ok, sure.

[CajunVic]

. . . the Cheetos are gold plated . . .

[Crawfish]

It's hard to disagree; the cost is on the high side. But we went ahead and signed up anyway for convenience. We're getting older and just dont want to make that drive.

Myself also. I am going alone and I just did not want all of the hassle of driving, parking, etc. I rode the bus for the Marshall Bowl game, and it was great. I hope they fill the bus.

[Crawfish]

Now this is funny!

[WestUCajun]

$7500 for a 2 hour bus ride and a case of Coors light and some Cheetos? Ok, sure.

Pretty much so and the AA isn't making money off of the trip. The cost for this trip is a lot more than you think - way more than $2000. Also, the trip for the bus is more than 2 hours each way. I'm not exactly sure where it is coming from but it's not Lafayette and the driver was not included in the cost of the bus. The AA was going to use the UL busses but at the last minute were told they were not available so had to have Hotard jump through hoops to get one. Also it's Bud light and Doritos!

[CajunVic]

. . . bud light is free, but the Dorito’s are Ali Landry hot . . .

[BabbForHeisman]

Pretty much so and the AA isn't making money off of the trip. The cost for this trip is a lot more than you think - way more than $2000. Also, the trip for the bus is more than 2 hours each way. I'm not exactly sure where it is coming from but it's not Lafayette and the driver was not included in the cost of the bus. The AA was going to use the UL busses but at the last minute were told they were not available so had to have Hotard jump through hoops to get one. Also it's Bud light and Doritos!

Why couldn’t they use the UL busses?

[CajunVic]

. . . team, coaches, managers, cheer leaders, band . . . just do the math . . .

[Cajunrunner]

Pretty much so and the AA isn't making money off of the trip. The cost for this trip is a lot more than you think - way more than $2000. Also, the trip for the bus is more than 2 hours each way. I'm not exactly sure where it is coming from but it's not Lafayette and the driver was not included in the cost of the bus. The AA was going to use the UL busses but at the last minute were told they were not available so had to have Hotard jump through hoops to get one. Also it's Bud light and Doritos!

Uh oh…

[WestUCajun]

Why couldn’t they use the UL busses?

Don't know exactly why. Think they may have had trouble getting drivers.

[HelmutVII]

Why couldn’t they use the UL busses?

Maybe for graduation,

[Crawfish]

Thanks to those responsible for the effort. To me, the price is not excessive. I hope they can fill the buses.

[Crawfish]

I'm sure they took a big loss for the Independance Bowl last year. Had 3 busses, but well over half the people cancelled the morning of, when they saw it was about 11 degrees in Shreveport. We ended up taking 2 busses, each about half full. Was a good trip. But when they opened that bus door at the stadium, the rest of us probably wished that we had cancelled too. I've never felt cold like that.
So maybe they are using this trip to recoup last years loss.

I paid to go last year, even though I cancelled. I did not ask for nor did I receive a refund. Since I did reserve a seat, I figured I would not or should not receive a refund.