For the first time in my life...

**bufante** · 01-09-2010, 09:57 PM

Anyone who has given up on McD or Iowa State basketball, please pass your tickets on to me or someone else. We might has well get some use out of them.

Thanks in advance and we'll leave the light on for you (when we get better).

**joefrog** · 01-09-2010, 10:02 PM

Originally Posted by tigershoops31

I'd at least respect somebody complaining non-stop about the players and coaches if they were at the games cheering/yelling trying to inject some energy into Hilton at home games.

I realize that at times it seems like there isn't as much to cheer about as there has been, but to me the bigger issue is that when we make an exciting play the crowd cheers until the ball gets taken out and then gets quiet again. Used to be that a single big play that got us cheering would carry on for 4-5 possessions and the cheering would lead to more inspired play. It's sad when I feel like a dork as the only one in my section standing and cheering Gilstrap's dunk into the defensive series that followed

Oh trust me, I am all sorts of passionate as a fan. That is why I just couldn't go to games this year. Couldn't stand that ****** late night drive back home feeling punched in the gut over and over again. Not after being spoiled with my college years, end of Orr, some Tim Floyd, and the end of LE. At least things were pretty exciting, and the team played with passion, especially in Hilton.

You guys know that "Protect This House" phrase Under Armour promotes? Most of those ISU teams did that. Highly ranked KU? Pffft. Better get ready for a rumble.

I think of Michael Nurse, and still love his quote about not combing his hair because he knew it was going to be a dogfight. Or Stevie Johnson. Remember him? All heart rebounding and defensive machine on the court. Also played on our first football bowl game victory team. Where our guys like that on this team? Those guys from our past have to be at least somewhat ashamed of what has happened to the legacy of ISU basketball.

Am I somewhat of a bad fan? Maybe. But I am not going to school for free and being pampered, or coaching and making fat bank, so I think I can comment on what I am seeing, and definitely not liking. The culture of our men's bball program absolutely stinks. Any honest person sees this and knows this. Do I want it to change? Of course. And I mean now. But it probably isn't going to, especially this season. I guess I just can't keep on waiting until next year. I think I burned up those years watching ISU football.

I hope ISU bball gets its act together, gets hot, and makes the NCAA tourney. I just don't see that happening as of now. It is McD's 4th year people. 4th.

**Final42b** · 01-09-2010, 10:05 PM

Originally Posted by joefrog

Oh trust me, I am all sorts of passionate as a fan. That is why I just couldn't go to games this year. Couldn't stand that ****** late night drive back home feeling punched in the gut over and over again. Not after being spoiled with my college years, end of Orr, some Tim Floyd, and the end of LE. At least things were pretty exciting, and the team played with passion, especially in Hilton.

You guys know that "Protect This House" phrase Under Armour promotes? Most of those ISU teams did that. Highly ranked KU? Pffft. Better get ready for a rumble.

I think of Michael Nurse, and still love his quote about not combing his hair because he knew it was going to be a dogfight. Or Stevie Johnson. Remember him? All heart rebounding and defensive machine on the court. Also played on our first football bowl game victory team. Where our guys like that on this team? Those guys from are past have to be at least somewhat ashamed of what has happened to the legacy of ISU basketball.

Am I somewhat of a bad fan? Maybe. But I am not going to school for free and being pampered, or coaching and making fat bank, so I think I can comment on what I am seeing, and definitely not liking. The culture of our men's bball program absolutely stinks. Any honest person sees this and knows this. Do I want it to change? Of course. And I mean now. But it probably isn't going to, especially this season. I guess I just can't keep on waiting until next year. I think I burned up those years watching ISU football.

I hope ISU bball gets its act together, gets hot, and makes the NCAA tourney. I just don't see that happening as of now. It is McD's 4th year people. 4th.

Yes we all loved those teams too, but just because our current team doesnt play like them mean you cant support them. A true fan supports his team no matter what.

**CYEATHAWK** · 01-09-2010, 10:06 PM

Originally Posted by bufante

Anyone who has given up on McD or Iowa State basketball, please pass your tickets on to me or someone else. We might has well get some use out of them.

Thanks in advance and we'll leave the light on for you (when we get better).

Is this the same light that was left on for the people who gave up on Wayne Morgan and Iowa State?

And as far as tickets go......no need to ask for a hand out from a disgruntled fan....there are plenty of empty seats to go around.

**Wesley** · 01-09-2010, 10:08 PM

Have we scored on an out of bounds set play in the last ten games? That used to be routine in Hilton.

**Final42b** · 01-09-2010, 10:10 PM

Originally Posted by Wesley

Have we scored on an out of bounds set play in the last ten games? That used to be routine in Hilton.

Idk im sure we've scored on that one to Lucca in the corner sometime not too long ago.

**Wesley** · 01-09-2010, 10:11 PM

Originally Posted by Final42b

Yes we all loved those teams too, but just because our current team doesnt play like them mean you cant support them. A true fan supports his team no matter what.

They must have many true fans then in iowa City..that is a train wreck.

**Wesley** · 01-09-2010, 10:13 PM

Originally Posted by Final42b

Idk im sure we've scored on that one to Lucca corner sometime not too long ago.

That is right and it did happen tonight out of a timeout. It was nice to see it happen. We needed the shot.

**IowaStateClones** · 01-09-2010, 10:15 PM

This **** is really starting to get annoying. To all of you people complaining saying this team sucks balls, SHUT THE **** UP!

**tigershoops31** · 01-09-2010, 10:15 PM

Originally Posted by Wesley

Have we scored on an out of bounds set play in the last ten games? That used to be routine in Hilton.

No it didn't...at least under LE and WM...their philosophy was to get the ball inbounds safely, not to score...couldn't say for TF and JO, but I don't remember them being known for scoring on their inbounds plays. In fact I bet 90% of D1 coaches have this same philosophy.

**GMackey32** · 01-09-2010, 10:16 PM

Originally Posted by IowaStateClones

This **** is really starting to get annoying. To all of you people complaining saying this team sucks balls, SHUT THE **** UP!

+1

**Final42b** · 01-09-2010, 10:19 PM

Originally Posted by IowaStateClones

This **** is really starting to get annoying. To all of you people complaining saying this team sucks balls, SHUT THE **** UP!

Ha you dont have to be reading them, but ya it is getting a little old.

**IowaStateClones** · 01-09-2010, 10:27 PM

Originally Posted by Final42b

Ha you dont have to be reading them, but ya it is getting a little old.

ha I would love not to read them but every damn thread in the MBB section has a ******** of people compaining. Ya were not living up to the expectations from the beginning of the season but people act like they got a kick in the nuts for their birthday

**Cyberclone** · 01-09-2010, 10:33 PM

Originally Posted by jberryma

I agree. GBC if it's true that you actually rooted against ISU today, I officially would like to say that we no longer need you as a fan. Don't let the door hit you on the way out. I understand frustration but I could never root against my favorite team. Pathetic!

I agree with this. Fairweather fans not needed. Rooting for the other team to win?
seriously?

**pujolsman** · 01-09-2010, 10:55 PM

I'm not happy with Mcdermott right now either, but keep in mind it wasn't until Maccarney's 6th seasonthat he went .500. Situations were different but some of you worship maccarney now, just think about it.