[gailtate]

In the social media era, I wonder if a half-empty stadium is more a liability now than in the past when it comes to recruiting.

It's no asset, for sure. If it is not, then it's a liability. And I would imagine it's a non-trivial one right now, but not irreparable. The cure, as it is for most ailments in sports? WINNING. Just remember that bigger crowds always lag results on the field. But spectators do come back. What we see in the stadium today is the inner core of the hardcore. Scary small, isn't it? But the crowds are like the golden hills. Enough rain and they're grassy green again. Can't wait!

[gailtate]

In the social media era, I wonder if a half-empty stadium is more a liability now than in the past when it comes to recruiting.

It's no asset, for sure. If it is not, then it's a liability. And I would imagine it's a non-trivial one right now, but not irreparable. The cure, as it is for most ailments in sports? WINNING. Just remember that bigger crowds always lag results on the field. But spectators do come back. What we see in the stadium today is the inner core of the hardcore. Scary small, isn't it? But the crowds are like the golden hills. Enough rain and they're grassy green again. Can't wait!