CF's Future: You decide, the site stays or goes

[rworkman83]

I'm gonna agree with almost everyone. Just ignore tha haters and ban them or whatever you can, but this is the one true place alot of Cyclone "Fanatics" are turning these days and it's a great site....

Keep up the great work...

[CloneFan65]

I know it's easier said than done, but try to ignore the haters. This is a great site and I would hate to see it go away. I appreciate the work and effort you put into this as it has grown. And of course the growth will expand the number of bad apples, but let's not let them ruin it for the majority.

Without intentionally comparing this to any other site, I enjoy the open forum to express reasonable opinions, and to keep up with news and some insider information sources are willing to share without having to deal with the "hush-hush" mindset. It's good to be able to have this type of an outlet on your site just like folks sitting around with folks in the donut shop. Now, if you can only provide donuts over the website. Mmmmm....donut.

Thanks.

Couldn't have said it better myself. And for the small group of you that seem intent on bringing the site down, you're perfectly free to find another forum. We have a great core of Cyclone fans on here that appreciate what Jeremy does to both keep the site going and to keep us informed on the goings on of ISU athletics. For someone like me who lives in another state being able to stay up-to-date on ISU news and being able to share my opinions with fellow ISU fans is beyond valuable.

[bld1942]

I check this site at least 3 times a day and would miss not having it! You have a done a great service for CLONE FANS in my humble opinion by giving us this forum. THANKS!

[JokersWild]

I guess it depends on what you really want the site to be. If you want it to be something more journalistic like a newspaper, then you'll have to ignore the doofs. BUT, if you want it to be more like a gathering of friends who are smart and like to discuss all things ISU, then you'll need to let people in on a more elite status. Kind of like picking friends. There are people you just can't stand, so you just try to stay away from them and not associate with them.

So, I would vote for just shutting out the people that no one likes. The can go someplace else to play.

It seems rather childish, but if you look around, all age people do that in their everyday lives.

[Kyle]

I haven't seen anything too excessively out of line lately aside from a post or two that were usually taken care of quickly. You mentioned emails and PMs, so I have to assume that there is a lot more going on than I'm seeing.

No CF would make me sad though.

[letsgostate]

Jeremy,
My read is that your're getting beat on by the other blog sites because you are obviously where the growth is happening. I own a business and when you're moving up, the other guys will say or do anything to put you down. If you stay focused and take it for what it is, you will continue to grow. You have a great opportunity with your site for the future. Don't let your competitors get to you by posting crap. If you don't like what they say, delete them and let them go into cyber oblivion. You are on a roll. Actually, all the bashing is the best compliment you can get. Take it as that and let it roll off you. You're in charge of the site...the other guys are worried. Keep up the good work!

[uthaman]

I think the squawks have found this site. Like the trailer trash that they are they will slowly destroy the place.

My suggestion is to wield the BanHammer with force!!

Or, maybe you could put new members on a probationary period. If they get negative feedback from the community in the first 90 days they are automagically banned. Then give them a chance to appeal their ban to you...

[scubapohl1]

"Two things are infinite: the universe and human stupidity; and I'm not sure about the universe."………….Albert Einstein

[CyAggie]

I understand the frustration, and just read all the posts. A few thoughts
-Sad if someone cannot disagree in a reasonable manner presenting their opinions and then reasons/facts why.
-Sad if those who disagree cannot respond expect to have their reponsees treated with respect or realize there is disagreement.
-If a controversial item is posted it is only expected there will be differing discussing points and comments. Goes with the territory.
-Have to be carefully with banning. Banning someone for bad language, personal attacks is one thing and should be done.
-Banning those who post a note questioning topics, posts, or raising points of disagreement is not very professional either. If you want a group think site where everyone is in group think agreement, go ahead, but then you do not have a discussion site.
-All of this comes with the territory.

[cycloneworld]

Keep on truckin'.

Don't listen to the CR transplants...they just want to stir the pot. Many of them don't want to discuss Cyclone Athletics...they need a free board to make themself feel better.

[Cyclonepride]

If it is truly just a few new members, just ban them from the site. Set up a warning system and post the site rules. If they can't play nice, send them packing!

[JordanHXC]

jeremy, you could charge a yearly fee...something small like 5-10 bucks that most of us would be willing to pay for the priviledge of reading this site. this small fee could keep out the few people causing problems..

[northernclone]

I came to this site because it had less things you refer to in your email. So, I applaud you for putting your foot down and standing up for the values and standards that you had when you created the board. My advise to you... don't give up on that. While it may be difficult with a board that is open to anyone... heck... it may be impossible, but I'm with you. If it degregates to the level that you are refering to... you might as well close it (all together or just to your initial members). People like me will evenually move on anyway (if it gets that way). Hope it does not come to that, because this sight really feeds my passion for ISU sports information.

People need to just take a deep breath, calm down, and enjoy the information (right or wrong)... because most information on internet sites are conjecture and opinion anyway. I figure when someone seems to have accurate inside info it's a bonus (I'm not sure of your connections, but you sure seem to have good information)

Nice job! Keep up the good work. My selfish vote is to keep 'er running!

[Nedrick]

...cold sweats...rats gnawing at my toes...blurry vision... NO! NO! Don't take my cyclonefanatic away!! I can't live without it!
But seriously, Jeremy, you do great work. I realize it can be frustrating when a few morons mock, pick on or try to destroy your "baby." Especially when you're pouring your heart, soul & wallet into it. Please stick with it. You really do an excellent job with this.
Like others have suggested, I'd implement a warning/ban system and eject any troublemakers. And if that doesn't work, go with the minimal annual fee...
CycloneFanatic Forever!!

[Stormin]

Great site. Definitely enjoy it. Appreciate getting the breaking news. And I don't condemn when it is wrong.

How can people b*tch about something that they don't pay for?