Old Dominion White Out

[Moose39]

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Cannic, i love your admiration and devotion to standing up for the Student Section. As a superfan myself, I know what you and the pep crew are trying to do and I thank you. In my last year before I left, we had tried to build a student section administration team to do just what the Pep Crew is doing now. I'm glad it has finally taken off.

Whether it be bibs, someone with purple hair, signs, or the entire student section with the wave or cheers, I'm glad at least there are students there.

I don't mind getting lambasted (sp?) for the efforts I made to make the student section better, it was tough when the team wasn't winning as much. It was worth it to be a part of a great university. I applaud what the Pep Crew is doing now. Not everyone is going to agree with you, or even like you; but one thing is certain, we are all Panther fans.

-Griff

+1

Back to Old Dominion, what are your thoughts on them? Didn't they beat Georgetown earlier this year? Is this a team that we can take do you thiink?

[MnPantherFan]

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HAHAHAHAHAHAHA......


This is great material to send to Dannen. Please, keep it coming.


As for what I do at games, you would be shocked to see how I act at games and what I do for the university outside of the game.

LOL....do you REALLY think that Dannen wants to waste his time reading this rather innocuous reply to your mean spirited rant! You are entitled to your opinion but it is becoming increasing apparent that you are in the minority on this issue.

On the other hand all this bickering about who is a 'true' fan seems to be a common theme on this board. Students come and go and can be fickle, let's not be too quick to tell people to stay home and go bowling. I few down years and the McLeod can return to a graveyard really quickly. Let's all enjoy it while we can.

[NorthernIowaBacker]

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Great job pep crew and student section. It's never been better. Ever. Ever. Ever. Ever. Ever.

Ever

EVER.

Ever.

We had some pretty darn good student sections in 05, 06, etc...but never as good as this group.

Ever.

Ever.

Great job students. This is a big time college basketball student group.

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[r54uni]

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Personally I think the bibs are stupid and i would never wear one myself. However, I could care less what anyone else is wearing as long as they cheer for the Panthers.

I also don't understand why people are making such a big deal out of this. UNI is 22-2. We actually have people in the stands. And the team is fun to watch play.

Quit worrying about what everyone else is doing and saying. Everyone pays to attend the games so it shouldn't matter what they do once they get there.

I think Uggs are stupid, I think North Face coats are a waste of money, I think socks and sandals should be outlawed. But if you come to cheer on the Panthers I could care less what you wear - just yell loud and have a great time!!

[jnutt]

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Great job pep crew and student section. It's never been better. Ever. Ever. Ever. Ever. Ever.

Ever

EVER.

Ever.

We had some pretty darn good student sections in 05, 06, etc...but never as good as this group.

Ever.

Ever.

Great job students. This is a big time college basketball student group.

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Thank you Chris Jericho

[TravelingPanther]

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Best....Thread...Everrrrrrr!

Would also like to point out that 0 purple wig superfans support the PSC. Maybe the current leader can be the first.

[unifight41]

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I really wish the entire student section was like the Pep Squad. Students are awesome, but when you get about 10-15 rows up, its not the same. Lots of people trying to sit, text, leave early, not participating in cheers. For example, the sit down free throw distraction. The first time they ever did it, it was awesome. Now half the students don't even do it and it doesn't look as cool. It would be so loud in there if the whole student section would be as awesome as the first few rows!! Obviously we want them there, but get into it for heaven's sake! This is a special team!!!

[jnutt]

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I really wish the entire student section was like the Pep Squad. Students are awesome, but when you get about 10-15 rows up, its not the same. Lots of people trying to sit, text, leave early, not participating in cheers. For example, the sit down free throw distraction. The first time they ever did it, it was awesome. Now half the students don't even do it and it doesn't look as cool. It would be so loud in there if the whole student section would be as awesome as the first few rows!! Obviously we want them there, but get into it for heaven's sake! This is a special team!!!

i texted. Talking trash to my SIU freind. And complaining about the refs

[PantherChic]

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I think most of us agree the student section has been great lately and we want to see it continue and grow. Thanks, students, for supporting your team and showing school spirit - keep it up!!

[JayJ79]

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Really? Because I go to volleyball and women's basketball games too and...well...I haven't saw you guys there. I saw the girl there for a WBB game once but that is about it.

I don't go to the wrestling or soccer events but for some reason I doubt that you go to them dressed up like that and do what you do.

I saw at least one purple-wig-guy (sorry, I can't remember names, and didn't pay close enough attention to see if it was the same people) at most of the volleyball games. They stood out pretty well considering they were often practically the only people in the "student section" bleachers.
I'm hoping there were more students there, that just sat in the chairbacks, because I really can't fathom why there wouldn't be more student support for volleyball, who had a fantastic season and are always traditionally strong (VB has had more national success than even MBB)

[Purrrrrfect]

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Best....Thread...Everrrrrrr!

Would also like to point out that 0 purple wig superfans support the PSC. Maybe the current leader can be the first.

Perhaps...however I'd love to contribute but my loyalties are also to Men's Glee Club first and I haven't even given to them yet. I'd like to make a big donation when I do.

[TravelingPanther]

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This is all off topic, but because everyone wants to discuss real fans and superfans....

That wasn't just at you, Griff. It's a general response to the comments I get from a lot of young "superfans". They say they can't afford to join, even though the monthly payment is less than what they blow on beer in a weekend.

"I'm a student" or "I'm a recent grad" isn't an excuse in and of itself. I'm a 28 year old student who is married and owns a house. My wife and I donate what we can and make up the rest by donating our time. I've met a few people who really couldn't spare a buck, but when most of them say "I can't" they mean, "I don't really want to". I'd gladly give up a beer or soda a week to support UNI.

We could use some youth in the PSC. I really hope to sign up some more students/ recent grads this year. I've already got 3 new members. $8.50/month is doable to 90% of those who want to do it.

[Felis P. C. Schorgeri]

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LOL....do you REALLY think that Dannen wants to waste his time reading this rather innocuous reply to your mean spirited rant! You are entitled to your opinion but it is becoming increasing apparent that you are in the minority on this issue.

On the other hand all this bickering about who is a 'true' fan seems to be a common theme on this board. Students come and go and can be fickle, let's not be too quick to tell people to stay home and go bowling. I few down years and the McLeod can return to a graveyard really quickly. Let's all enjoy it while we can.

Dannen may want to read this. He wanted, not sure if he got his way, a student that worked for the ticket office fired because people reported their posts to him. I'm sure Dannen doesn't want the SUPER, BETTER THAN EVERYEONE, FANS giving a bad impression...especially since it sounds like he hand picked them.

[Trapped in California]

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Correction half of us were there last year just didn't have bibs that everyone hates so much and will all be there this year. I love how everyone just knocks on us because we wear bibs.

Lighten up on the PEP crew. If you can do better, get up off your a$$ and do it. Less talking, more doin.

As for the bibs, college is all about having experiences that your friends and kids can tease you about later in life. Add some mullets , and you'll just about be there.

[Panther-Sheik]

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Fellis has gone from stupid... to repentant... to completely off his rocker all in the same thread. Fellis, if you find yourself in a hole, quit digging. You, my friend, are completely buried and are looking stupider and stupider with every post. Again, Pep Crue...carry on and wave the Panther banner high and proud. You are making a difference and are appreciated by the majority.

Oh...and I think the outfits are great. They aren't for my fat old arse, but for you guys / gals and in the context of a student cheering section, they are perfect. Carry on!