John Sears wants IA to start giving out “freebies” again at embarassing Carver

[CycloneVet]

Just have Fran wrestle Margaret.

I don’t need to see that

 

[Gonzo]

The gutiar and rhythm are all I hear. There's plenty of heavy bands who sing. It's not lost on people who enjoy this that it is fringe interest.

Agree, opinions vary.

 

[CycloneBob]

I think this is hands down the 100% answer to Iowa Basketball Attendance Issues. End Thread.

I agree - if they were winning every game, fans might overlook some of this. But given they're not, fan attendance is suffering due to nepotism and putting up with underachieving JoBo.
FWIW, the design of HCA is the result of giving into the whines of Lute Olson. The design was pushed by him and the university didn't want to loose him so they got what is now HCA. Like it or not, HCA is NOT the cause for low fan attendance. Put a good product on the floor + have a likeable coach = good attendance.

 

[Jer]

The solution is the Hawk equivalent of Clone Cones. It will solve all their attendance problems. Life is Easy!!

Black and gold mixed together looks like dog ****.

 

[jcisuclones]

Iowa should just designate Carver as the home of their wrestling program and move their basketball programs to that new Xtream Arena over in Coralville. Seats about 5000 people, so the atmosphere at their games would actually improve.

 

[knowlesjam]

I don’t need to see that

...with oil...and thongs.

 

[Torks Pub]

I have no idea about the realities of ticket owners, but I know after a big night game in Ames hwy 20 going W is way busier than normal, quite a few fans from NW Ia aren't afraid to make the trek. Spencer seems to be the boundary limit for those that I know personally.

Phooey. Herman Richter (Three Sons) from Milford drives down to Hilton for games occasionally and he's like 120 years old. Extend that driving range a bit...

 

[CyPunch]

Not saying he is not a good player, but he is not a 4****. #150 national, 4**** rankings stop at #120 so not really on the cusp either.

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He is a good player and a fine get for them. He's struggling shooting the ball though early in his senior year. 30% from three, 62% from the free throw line.

I could see his first couple years playing out like Sandfort has so far this year. Showed some promise in low pressure spots against low majors, has struggled mightily against real competition. Iowa doesn't project to be very good though so maybe he'll be forced into more than a 9th/10th man role.

 

[isucy86]

Black and gold mixed together looks like dog ****.

Pretty fitting.

 

[qwerty]

He is a good player and a fine get for them. He's struggling shooting the ball though early in his senior year. 30% from three, 62% from the free throw line.

I could see his first couple years playing out like Sandfort has so far this year. Iowa doesn't project to be very good though so maybe he'll be forced into more than a 9th/10th man role.

So when he has to step back another almost 2-1/2 feet next year at college level (19' 9" in high school, 22' 1.75" in college) I would guess those struggles may continue.

 

[CycloneVet]

...with oil...and thongs.

Who has the thong? Don’t answer please

 

[Pope]

Iowa should just designate Carver as the home of their wrestling program and move their basketball programs to that new Xtream Arena over in Coralville. Seats about 5000 people, so the atmosphere at their games would actually improve.

Iowa announced they'll be moving their men's basketball games to City High. That way, they'll only have to pull out the lower bleachers.

 

[NickTheGreat]

He's right that they're apathetic and thats sad. I'm not sure handing out towels or bobbleheads will be enough, though.

 

[jmb]

Look at the technique of mixing of styles in the guitar work. Or is it just to loud and angry for you m’am?

You know that Gonzo is a dad right?

 

[Cyclone06]

He's got the look of an Iowa basketball player, thats for sure.

Hes even the type of guy Ferentz and co prefer. A great fit for the Iowa athletic roster.

 

[jmb]

...with oil...and thongs.

 

[BillBrasky4Cy]

He is a good player and a fine get for them. He's struggling shooting the ball though early in his senior year. 30% from three, 62% from the free throw line.

I could see his first couple years playing out like Sandfort has so far this year. Showed some promise in low pressure spots against low majors, has struggled mightily against real competition. Iowa doesn't project to be very good though so maybe he'll be forced into more than a 9th/10th man role.

This has been Frans problem though. The way he recruits he can't afford to have a bunch of 2-3 year projects but after this year that's exactly what the Iowa roster will be.

 

[EvilBetty]

The solution is the Hawk equivalent of Clone Cones. It will solve all their attendance problems. Life is Easy!!

maybe a walking hawk tac(o). Hak Tac's (pronounced hok tok's) for short. Marketing genius right here.

 

[EvilBetty]

maybe a walking hawk tac(o). Hak Tac's (pronounced hok tok's) for short. Marketing genius right here.

or perhaps a walking hawko. That would probably put butts in seats. Or the hawkie takie?

 

[pourcyne]

Halftime entertainment is they roll out a portable ring and have Fran fight a guy in an officials uniform. Think Frans halftime tirades do anything for the team?

Would love to see Fran as a Rock-Em-Sock-Em Robot.