UL AD and Coaches THRILLED With Tech Being Added to Sunbelt West

[MarlinMan3]

But if it is the same 10k each week but a different 5k each week, over the season that is enough for us to have a sellout. And its more likely reversed at 5k to 10k

[Turbine]

If they went independent they could get 25k acadiana residents.

What is good for one school isn't necessarily good for another.

We learned that with Tech joining the Sunbelt.

[Esqueleto]

Because to the casual fan, that kind of detail doesn’t move the needle at all. It matters to diehards, sure. They care about history, rivalries, attendance stats, and conference politics. But the average fan? The one who goes to a couple games a year and maybe catches LSU across the Basin? They care about what feels big, what feels fun, and what feels worth showing up for—right now.

A Tech vs. UL matchup feels like something. It has regional tension, recognizable names, and just enough edge to grab attention. That’s what gets a casual fan to buy a ticket, bring their family, and talk about the game at work the next day.

If we’re serious about growing our base and bringing back the fans who’ve drifted away, we need to stop thinking like diehards and start thinking like the people we’re trying to win back. Casual fans fill seats. Casual fans create buzz. Casual fans are the difference between a packed house and an empty one. And right now, Tech moves the needle more than most want to admit.

That isn’t just for us thats for ULM, Ark St. Southern Miss etc.

You really think the casual fan gives a flip about LA Tech coming to Cajun Field? LO Fin L. Dude, they care less, so to my eyes, Tech ain't moving the needle any more than Troy or Texas State

[Ragin9221]

You really think the casual fan gives a flip about LA Tech coming to Cajun Field? LO Fin L. Dude, they care less, so to my eyes, Tech ain't moving the needle any more than Troy or Texas State

I’m not saying it’s a massive difference, but a Southern Miss vs. Tech or ULM vs Tech or Arkansas State vs Tech game would likely draw more interest than one against Troy or Texas State.

There’s a bit more regional familiarity and name recognition with Tech, and that tends to matter especially to casual fans who aren’t deep into conference details. It’s not just about rivalry; it’s about what feels relevant and worth showing up for. Tech has that edge with certain fanbases, and that’s why it could move the needle a little more.

The fact there is 98 pages about this certain subject is a really good indicator.

[Turbine]

I’m not saying it’s a massive difference, but a Southern Miss vs. Tech or ULM vs Tech or Arkansas State vs Tech game would likely draw more interest than one against Troy or Texas State.

There’s a bit more regional familiarity and name recognition with Tech, and that tends to matter especially to casual fans who aren’t deep into conference details. It’s not just about rivalry; it’s about what feels relevant and worth showing up for. Tech has that edge with certain fanbases, and that’s why it could move the needle a little more.

The fact there is 98 pages about this certain subject is a really good indicator.

Well you have a point there

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“I really think Louisiana Tech complements and fits nicely with the Sun Belt Conference (competitively),” Maggard said. “Yes, that was important and then when you look at the geography, it just made a lot of sense.”

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[cajun4life]

Glad they are, because I’m sure not.

[Jeaux]

No matter who Sunbelt added...it wouldnt move the needle tremendously with the casual fan. Tech was the best bet in that regard. West Florida was a close second.

So if all options weren't all that great then wouldn't you add a team that wouldn't upset the eastern schools and possibly cause them to break off later. Like does it matter if it only upsets Monroe. Not like they can leave for a better conference. At the very least don't add anyone. All time blunder just to make a few bus league fans happy

[Cajunrunner]

We’re such suckers. Us and ULM after the way LTU acted towards us for DECADES.

Would they have done the same favor if the roles were reversed and we were in a rotting conference. Hell no they wouldn’t.

So why in the hell would we have supported them joining the conference unless we’re led either by suckers or scrupleless people.

[Turbine]

Everything about this, stinks.

Splitting the State in 3.

Replacing what you already had game wise.

Brand recognition dilution.

What would the SEC think of 3 LSU's in the same conference all located in the State of Louisiana? Would it dilute LSUBR's fan base?

Well how can anyone "really think Louisiana Tech complements and fits nicely with the Sun Belt Conference (competitively),” Maggard said. “Yes, that was important and then when you look at the geography, it just made a lot of sense.”

No matter how small ULM, LA Tech, and Louisiana's fan bases are respectfully, the same principle applies as if you were splitting LSU in three.