PreGame 2011 New Orleans Bowl - Walking To New Orleans

[geo_cajun]

So what bowl game gets the sunbelt refs? I guess somebody has to draw the short straw.

[Big Silly]

here is why i think their system is flawed...they were alloted x number of tickets in the 100 level section across the 50 yard line. they assigned those seats to those who had put deposits down by RCAF, Season Ticket, etc. level. ok here comes the issue, the best seats in the superdome are on the 200 level on the lower rows on the 50. So they finish off the first allotment, and start on another, following the same criteria. at some point they reach the 200 level on the lower rows on the 50, and start assigning those seats to non RCAF, non season tickets holders etc. this really happened in my office despite some of us being larger donors than others in my office, they are sitting on the 50 in the 200 level, while i am in the 100 level almost to the end zone. when we got our call we requested the 200 level seats, not available in the first allotment. there's got to be a better way.

[RCAJUN90]

No Oak tree around the Super Dome but plenty of places inside and outside. I think I'm going to skip the Quarter after the game win or lose.

[McQuervo]

Miles is now healthy:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mYYmaRooP44

[Turbine]

-Touch on his short passes.

Our QB had the same problem in his first start against Oklahoma State. He was throwing bullets to receivers 5 yards away.

It might have just been nerves since he has overcome it, he has great touch now.

If it was "just" nerves you could see it pop up again on the big stage.

[Turbine]

So what bowl game gets the sunbelt refs? I guess somebody has to draw the short straw.

If I heard Jay correctly it is a lottery system based on how many teams your Conference has in bowl games.

I took that to mean the Sun Belt Officials will be calling 3 bowl games. But since each bowl has teams from separate conferences I don't know how that works.

[mr. cajun]

The Vitascope Sports Bar in the newly opened Hyatt (next door to the dOME) is first class and a great place to meet ..

[Hammer58]

I was thinking of getting a group of Baton Rouge people together to meet somewhere as they passed through town! I guess it would be about 2-2:15ish.

Anyone want to join? Anyone free? Any ideas?

You might want to check with the AD to make sure of the route they will take.

[gatadotcom]

Here's a list of next weekend's events that may be of interest to Ragin' Cajuns fans in New Orleans.


"Bird's Eye View" Radio Show Live Broadcast
Thursday, December 15, 3 - 6:00 p.m. Walk-Ons Bistreaux, 1009 Poydras Street


Mark Hudspeth Radio Show Live Broadcast
Thursday, December 15, 7 - 8:00 p.m. Walk-Ons Bistreaux, 1009 Poydras Street


Paint the Quarter Red, sponsored by IBERIA BANK
Thursday, December 15, 8:45 p.m. "The Pride of Acadiana" marching band will lead fans from the Ragin' Cajuns team hotel (Marriott Hotel, 555 Canal Street) to Bourbon Street in Second Line fashion. Parade begins at the Marriott at 8:45.


R+L Carriers New Orleans Bowl Luncheon
Friday, December 16, Noon. Marriott Hotel (555 Canal Street) Each school's band and cheerleaders will lead their teams in as this luncheon honors the participating student-athletes in the 2011 New Orleans Bowl. Attending this event will be players, coaches, athletic directors, alumni and other guests. This is a sit-down plated luncheon. Dress is business-casual. Please purchase tickets ($45 each) online in advance.


Ragin' Cajuns Fan Fest, sponsored by HOMEBANK
Friday, December 16, 3 - 5:00 p.m. This reception at the Marriott Hotel will be open to all Ragin' Cajuns fans with live music provided by "Jamie Bergeron and the Kickin' Cajuns". Complimentary drinks will be served.


"Bird's Eye View" Radio Show Live Broadcast
Friday, December 16, 3 - 6:00 p.m. Walk-Ons Bistreaux, 1009 Poydras Street


New Orleans Bowl Free For All / Second Line
Friday, December 16, 5:15 - 8:30 p.m. It's a New Orleans street party. Ragin' Cajuns fans will second line with a New Orleans jazz band from the Marriott Hotel to Spanish Plaza. This event is free for fans complete with live music from "Rebirth" and "Givers", plus great food.


Race Against Crime Presents "Dashing Through the Dome"
Saturday, December 17, Time: TBA, Mercedes-Benz Superdome. This 5k run will start in the Mercedes-Benz Superdome and will finish on the 50 yard line. Check www.NewOrleansBowl.org for more information and start time.


RCAF Tailgate Party
Saturday, December 17, 2:30 - 6:00 p.m. All Ragin' Cajuns fans are invited to a pregame Tailgate Party in the St. Charles Room (Northwest Quadrant) at the Superdome. Live music will be provided by "Nik L Beer". Admission is free to all RCAF 2011 Annual Fund donors (must show 2011 membership card). $10.00 for all others. Food and drinks will be available for purchase.


Ragin' Cajun Alumni Pre Game Bash
Saturday, December 17, 4:00 - 7:00 p.m. sponsored by Cox Communications, Gauthiers' Oilfield Rental, Popeye's Louisiana Kitchen and Republic National Distributing Company. Please join us at CLUB 44 in Champions Square as we celebrate our trip to the New Orleans Bowl. All Ragin' Cajuns alums are welcomed to drop by between 4-7 p.m. Food and drink will be available in the CLUB 44/Champions Square area for purchase.


R & L Carriers New Orleans Bowl Tailgate Party at Champions Square
Saturday, December 17, 5:30 - 8:00 p.m. Come enjoy live music provided by "Band Camp" outside the Louisiana Superdome. Get ready for the big game with great entertainment, food and beverage. Gather your fans for the pre-game festivities.


2011 R+L Carriers New Orleans Bowl
Saturday December 17, Mercedes-Benz Superdome Gates open 6:30 p.m., Kickoff 8:00 p.m.

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[CajunMarineBBK]

Why not just meet in Champion Square before the game very nice area right outside the dome.