FB: Ohio Athletic Conference

[MUC57]

Oops

Should be "there", not  "their". I really know better, usually.

[wally_wabash]

What assumptions did I make, merle?  I'm interested to know what you read that I didn't say.

You assumed that Mount needed "to invent" reasons "to get pumped up for a quarterfinal game".

You weren't at the game.  It wasn't "warming up in their designated area."  Another assumption from somebody that was not there nor saw it happen on the online feed.

What was said that was so offensive?  So far you haven't described anything that doesn't happen at every single football game ever. 

I'm interested in this because I've personally experienced this kind of backlash from certain segments of the Mount Union fan base.  That visiting teams and fans are welcome right up until they don't behave in a very specific, very deferential way.  Not everybody is there to pay homage and that really rankles the merles of the world. 

[MUC57]

Wally

Careful! I know we have some real jerks in the visitor stands. We all know who they are. We're all embarrassed by their conduct. But I recall when some Mount fans commented about the derogatory stuff thrown out by the Wabash cheerleaders, or yell leaders, whatever they are called.
Like you implied, stuff happens at just about every game. I agree with that. That being the case, why single out Mount?
I guess we're ALL guilty.
I repeat, I saw or heard nothing out of the ordinary because of how Frostburg lined up for the Anthem.
I sincerely hope we're done with all this!
How about those Raiders?

[mr_mom]

Given expected results and some imprecise spreads on my part, points were easy to come by on this week's OAC Playoff Pick-Em.  With 14 of the possible 15 points, joelmama, bleedpurple and Conventional Wisdom led the way.

And that vaults my buddy joelmama into the lead after three rounds, one better than bleedpurple and Sir Battlescars.

Spreads for round four will come out Monday night.

[purpled]

Last year not one home playoff game and now Mount, #2, has to go to Wisconsin to play the #3 team. Man, the NCAA really doesn't like Mount. What a load!!

[raiderpa]

A sideline reporter passed along the the "chirping" from the Frostburg players was answered by the Mounties, so there was a lot of talking going on during the game. 

The disrespectful issue to me was that NO Frostburg player showed up to the post game press conference.  It is usually NCAA procedure that at least two players and the head coach attend the post game presser, which Mount Union did with VK, Friss, and Mihoci.  This, to me was a total lack of leadership on the part of the head coach and athletic director of Frostburg and shows a complete lack of class and respect for playoff procedures and your opponent.

[raiderpa]

I believe the NCAA seeded Oshkosh ahead of Mount when the brackets were announced.  Therefore, the procedure of the higher team hosting, which has benefitted Mount tremendously over the years, is being followed.

[Desertraider]

A sideline reporter passed along the the "chirping" from the Frostburg players was answered by the Mounties, so there was a lot of talking going on during the game. 

The disrespectful issue to me was that NO Frostburg player showed up to the post game press conference.  It is usually NCAA procedure that at least two players and the head coach attend the post game presser, which Mount Union did with VK, Friss, and Mihoci.  This, to me was a total lack of leadership on the part of the head coach and athletic director of Frostburg and shows a complete lack of class and respect for playoff procedures and your opponent.

On the presser I agree 100%. The HC was more than vocal in his praise for his team and W&J after winning last week...but pulls a Cam Newton after a loss.

[MUC57]

raiderpa

Thanks for the info on the press conference. Sounds disrespectful to me (Frostburg, not   your info)!
It seems they got what they deserved - monkey stomped!
Now, back to football.

desertraider

A Cam Newton? Ya gotta luv it. You're really good.

[Desertraider]

raiderpa

Thanks for the info on the press conference. Sounds disrespectful to me (Frostburg, not   your info)!
It seems they got what they deserved - monkey stomped!
Now, back to football.

desertraider

A Cam Newton? Ya gotta luv it. You're really good.

Just saying...Cam scores and wins - Superman pose, pick out a Huggie Bear suit and hat for the presser. Cam throws 4 picks in a loss...towel over head - sulk to the locker room, coach announces "Cam is getting some treatment and won't be available".

[purpled]

raiderpa,

How could the NCAA seed Oshkosh higher? They were never ranked higher during the season but they are for the playoffs? No way!!

[Mr. Ypsi]

raiderpa,

How could the NCAA seed Oshkosh higher? They were never ranked higher during the season but they are for the playoffs? No way!!

You've been around long enough t know that the d3football.com poll has ZERO relevance to NCAA seeding.  What IS relevant (and why everyone paying attention knew the semi would be in Wisconsin) is that UWO went farther in the tourney last year than UMU (something that was added to sort out undefeated teams a few years ago).

[skunks_sidekick]

Wally...I have had the pleasure of meeting you in Alliance a few years ago when Wabash was here in the playoffs.  You are a good dude, and extremely knowledgeable.  However, I think you have been grinding on Mount, their fans on the board, and definitely regarding the Fulford situation. Why?

It comes off as a bit jealous/bitter/snarky/digging?  Maybe not, but it sure seems that way. 

When a team purposely puts themselves in a situation where they can bark & chest pump before/after the frickin' National Anthem, it's just silly & stupid.  However, you take the tact that Mount was stupid & silly for reacting to said (minor) encroachment on their turf and/or protocol.  Again, it seems like you are grinding.  The average fan in the seats didn't notice or care about it.  But, the Raiders team that was actually playing the game did, and took offense.  Why are you so critical?

I am SURE there have been many transgressions & errors (perceived) between LG's & Dannies over the years.  It's 18-22 year old kids playing football.  Emotions are definitely part of the game.

[MUC57]

Pat Coleman

Just noticed my posts have a different format than seemingly everyone else. Have "Quote   Modify    Remove"at the top and a series of numbers down at the bottom.
What's up? Is that good or bad? Please let me know. Thanks.

[MUC57]

skunks sidekick

Yeah!!!!!!!