[LuckE2Bhere]

It looked like a really fun atmosphere at Maples. As fans, we can get down about program trajectory compared to 10 years ago and the team having a disappointing showing in a poor conference, but tonight was a reminder of the passion, intensity and joy the kids in the uniforms have for what they do.

I attend a lot of games, and this was clearly one of the most entertaining in years... in large part due to the fan participation.  With nary a fan sitting above the lower bowl, Maples was howling for most of the game (despite the disproportionate representation of those with grey hair... so much for stereotypes!?!).  I don't know what the attendance number was, but assuming we had 4,000-5,000 empty seats, if we could fill them with people who cheer 1/2 as hard as those who showed up last night (who were admittedly inspired by fantastic performances from Aaron and Dwight), we'd easily triple the volume of most games I attended this year.

For all of us who frequently criticize the coaches and/or players, this game was proof that our fan base needs to step it back up with consistent, vocal support (i.e., not just when our team is 30-1).  Whatever it takes to do that, it's gotta feed on itself in terms of team performance too.

Just wish I could make it back tomorrow night - Go Cardinal!

[LuckE2Bhere]

It looked like a really fun atmosphere at Maples. As fans, we can get down about program trajectory compared to 10 years ago and the team having a disappointing showing in a poor conference, but tonight was a reminder of the passion, intensity and joy the kids in the uniforms have for what they do.

I attend a lot of games, and this was clearly one of the most entertaining in years... in large part due to the fan participation.  With nary a fan sitting above the lower bowl, Maples was howling for most of the game (despite the disproportionate representation of those with grey hair... so much for stereotypes!?!).  I don't know what the attendance number was, but assuming we had 4,000-5,000 empty seats, if we could fill them with people who cheer 1/2 as hard as those who showed up last night (who were admittedly inspired by fantastic performances from Aaron and Dwight), we'd easily triple the volume of most games I attended this year.

For all of us who frequently criticize the coaches and/or players, this game was proof that our fan base needs to step it back up with consistent, vocal support (i.e., not just when our team is 30-1).  Whatever it takes to do that, it's gotta feed on itself in terms of team performance too.

Just wish I could make it back tomorrow night - Go Cardinal!