Coach Hud's media luncheon. Very entertaining!

[Boomer]

In the parking/tailgate area of the people that don't go in the stadium I think that there are probably 90% of the people that don't have tickets and have NO intention of going to the game--only for the party atmosphere---If I weren't a fan I wouldn't blame them! I think T-Bine commented on all the people leaving as the game started----the other problem is the empty seats that belong to ticket holders that don't go to the game---After the first quarter others should be allowed to sit in empty seats (of course if the seat holder with a ticket shows up they have seat rights)----It looks bad to have empty seats in the chair back 50 yard area!!!!

[shof]

Tailgating has become an event in and of itself as opposed to a pre-game/post-game event. Much of this has been due to the less than stellar performance in the stadium. I love that Hud is challenging those folks to get in the game, and he is putting a better product on the field at the same time. I see things turning around quickly and can't wait to get back to Lafayette for a game!

[Turbine]

the other problem is the empty seats that belong to ticket holders that don't go to the game---After the first quarter others should be allowed to sit in empty seats (of course if the seat holder with a ticket shows up they have seat rights)----

You are going to have this problem when College Ticketing focuses mainly on Corporate ticket sales.

With Hud winning they will become more valuable and the corporate ticket holders will be more inclined to spread them around so that will help.

I really like your after the 1st quarter ideas.

[BananaHammock]

I agree 100%. Yes it's nice to have the support by those paying for tailgating spots but getting them in the stands EVERY game, buying concessions, etc.... will raise way more money than a one time tailgating fee. If people want a party atmosphere why not go to a bar or have a party at your house?

I think next year the University needs to put together a marketing campaign that doesn't focus on corporate ticket sales. An all out campaign to get people to buy season tickets. Maybe give people a break on tickets if you buy season tickets versus buying them at the gate (maybe they do this already but I'm not aware). And for those that aren't going in the game I believe their tailgating spot should be listed available to the next person on the list!

[CrazyCajun]

I agree 100%. Yes it's nice to have the support by those paying for tailgating spots but getting them in the stands EVERY game, buying concessions, etc.... will raise way more money than a one time tailgating fee. If people want a party atmosphere why not go to a bar or have a party at your house?

I think next year the University needs to put together a marketing campaign that doesn't focus on corporate ticket sales. An all out campaign to get people to buy season tickets. Maybe give people a break on tickets if you buy season tickets versus buying them at the gate (maybe they do this already but I'm not aware). And for those that aren't going in the game I believe their tailgating spot should be listed available to the next person on the list!

just keep winning and this will happen, keep packing the stadium and it will happen. When people realize that its more of a pain to wait in line to get tickets and keep getting moved out of seats for people that have them, they will buy season tickets. I know everyone means well, but you cant make people go to the game. Win and the rest will take care of itself.

[anhil8tor]

Question here... when you walk up to buy.. do they print them there or do they have them already printed?


I'm glad I gots season tickets!

[MetryCajun]

You are going to have this problem when College Ticketing focuses mainly on Corporate ticket sales.

With Hud winning they will become more valuable and the corporate ticket holders will be more inclined to spread them around so that will help.

I really like your after the 1st quarter ideas.

Umm, no. Those tickets are bought and paid for. If you want to sit on the 50yd line buy the tickets yourself. Look at the LSU game this weekend. There will be a ton of corporate no-shows. It is just the way it is.

[MetryCajun]

just keep winning and this will happen, keep packing the stadium and it will happen. When people realize that its more of a pain to wait in line to get tickets and keep getting moved out of seats for people that have them, they will buy season tickets. I know everyone means well, but you cant make people go to the game. Win and the rest will take care of itself.

Very true. Up until this point there has been no reason to buy season tickets. Lets keep the stadium full and create a demand.
Also, corporate tickets should always be a major point of emphasis. These people have money, our program needs money. Lets continue to grow the product.

[ynkfan42]

Someone mentioned earlier about former players passing through and encouraging people to go into the game....that sounds like a great idea....you would have to be a collossal dousche to turn down Jake if he asked you to go in........

We just need Fenroy and Zanders to go around and "politely" ask everybody to go to the game

[Turbine]

Umm, no. Those tickets are bought and paid for. If you want to sit on the 50yd line buy the tickets yourself. Look at the LSU game this weekend. There will be a ton of corporate no-shows. It is just the way it is.

Well the 50 YL never entered my mind, I just don't think there are any bragging rights in corporate sales. I could just as easily get them to donate a blank check the RCAF several times a year.