I think it's hilarious that they pin it on possibly bad weather
No Spring Game...
- Thread starter MartyFine
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The weather was only one of the reasons for having no spring game. Alex didn't mention what he put in his full story:
Combined with what Iowa State called uncertain weather and the beginning of construction on its $90 million Sports Performance Center, the Cyclones will again forgo a spring game this April.
https://247sports.com/college/iowa-state/Article/Iowa-State-forgoing-spring-game-in-2019-127911624
I think this is actually a brilliant idea. Invite the fans into the stadium for a meet n greet. Host a Sukup Club & Jacobson open house. Have a few players suit up and run a couple no-contact drills with the kids. Have a throwing/punting/field goal kicking contest. Sign and disburse posters, mini footballs, etc. Have the band & cheer squads perform a few fight songs. After breaking down the last huddle play Sweet Caroline. Similar to Victory Day & Hilton Madness.
I always liked the Spring Game. Especially on the 7/10 years where it was good weather. Especially as my kids get older, I like having a fun outdoor activity for the whole family to do.
It did really lose its luster after VEISHEA was cancelled. I liked having a lot going on around campus that day.
I understand it really doesn't benefit the team in any way, so I get it.
I also think it's kinda cowardly to blame the weather.
It did really lose its luster after VEISHEA was cancelled. I liked having a lot going on around campus that day.
I understand it really doesn't benefit the team in any way, so I get it.
I also think it's kinda cowardly to blame the weather.
I get it from Campbell’s POV, but still sucks.
Isu football is at the peak of popularity and the hype going into next year is going to be high. Would be nice to showcase the team.
Isu football is at the peak of popularity and the hype going into next year is going to be high. Would be nice to showcase the team.
Are they planning to re-sod/re-seed the field this offseason or just repair it.
After this harsh season, I'm concerned that the field was in too rough of shape to repair.
After this harsh season, I'm concerned that the field was in too rough of shape to repair.
Don't know, but wouldn't be surprised if they just replace the whole field with new sod come Spring. Or if Campbell wants it just go to FieldTurf.
I don't and haven't been in a decade. Each to their own though.
There's nothing stopping people from filling the empty Hilton lots on Saturday April 13 if they want to show up and tailgate.
I always liked the idea of the game...but was always underwhelmed. Sure, MIGHT see a glimmer of the future...but not really, lol.
I think most fans get that CMC and staff have limited time with athletes and would rather that time be used as they see fit, not as a scrimmage (as they will still scrimmage, but they control the game with scenarios, etc (not just a wide open game).
I think most fans get that CMC and staff have limited time with athletes and would rather that time be used as they see fit, not as a scrimmage (as they will still scrimmage, but they control the game with scenarios, etc (not just a wide open game).
Absolutely. For those of us not close but close enough to drive on a spring day and sit in the sun at JTS...it's a nice way to put winter behind you. But you'll notice my whole answer is mostly about the weather. If it's sh*tty out then no, don't care.
So it sounds like a legitimate excuse to me lol.
I went to one spring game while I was in school and wouldn't mind not seeing another one the rest of my life.
I have no issue whatsoever if we never have another spring game ever again. If that's what CMC wants, so be it. I think they should just come out and say the truth though..... CMC believes he gets a lot more out of another extra practice than a meaningless spring game in which you can't work on anything at all that you've installed. Just say it.
What I really love about this though is how much it bothers all the Hawk lovers on the eastern side of the state over here by CR. The idiot DJ's on KGYM over here are just beside themselves both last year and this year for ISU not having a spring game. Why in the world do they give a s**t? It's just hilarious to listen to them.
What I really love about this though is how much it bothers all the Hawk lovers on the eastern side of the state over here by CR. The idiot DJ's on KGYM over here are just beside themselves both last year and this year for ISU not having a spring game. Why in the world do they give a s**t? It's just hilarious to listen to them.
