FB: Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference

[redlandsfan]

Gray Fox,

You can't say that Trinity would have beaten Redlands...they didn't play, so you can't assume.  Has Trinity had success against the Dogs in the past? Yes.  Is Trinity a great program? Yes, but this Redlands team is a lot stronger than the teams Trinity played in the past.  I'd love to see them hook up....I think you might be surprised!

For those of you who have not watched or seen Redlands play this year go check them out.  Forget about the offensive numbers they put up....their defense is physcial and they after it. 

[Browneagle64]

I think that's what I was trying to do as well tooth, as i tried to get more attention on "the battle for the shoes" then getting a nod and invitation to the dance.  . But, i think they would rather listen to the Old guy instead of the young buck.
Again, the men in orange and black will need to focus and get ready for a team that has a history of always hanging in with the best during the games. I just hope that they boys aren't overlooking anyone from here on out and that the come ready to keep the shoes at home. Just as they have been there for the past 7 years. I Sure wouldn't want to be a senior who has to present the shoes on the 50 yard line to a poet.

[RFB]

Typical Redlands postgame loss analysis: "Except for losing the game, we would have won the game."

OxyBob

The Pool C controversy was all caused by the SCAC.  They added two teams this year.  As a result the Redlands/Trinity game and the Oxy/Colorado College games could not be played.  Redlands took Haskell and Oxy took Menlo as replacements.

Had the games been played, it is quite probable  that Redlands would lose and Oxy would win.  That would give Redlands two loses. 

I hope Redlands would consider a three way tie an acceptable season.

GF,

Redlands had Trinity at home. I would say it was probable that they beat Trinity, especially after beating Whitworth on the road the previous week. Of course a shared SCIAC title would be big for Redlands consider they haven't won one since 2003.

[RFB]

I can guarantee you that the Seniors on that team, who have gone to the playoffs the last 3 years in a row, will not be satisfied or happy about being co-conference champs and not going to the playoffs.

As RFB has repeatedly reminded me, I variously sat in the stands, carted water, or played in the band, so I am only speaking as a fan of the team. While the players may be dissatisfied with being co-champs and missing the playoffs, and though I admit I vastly prefer 8-1 to 1-8, in the end it doesn't matter because I'm going to keep coming out to support Oxy no matter what, and rag on Redlands no matter how many times in a row the Tigers beat the Bulldogs. (What is Oxy up to now, four, right?)

OxyBob

Now Bob, I remember saying that about you only once. I could be wrong though and I'm sure you will show me with your great research skills. However, the band and water team are a very important support group for the football team. I'm sure you were first string on both.

[snoop dawg]

OB.....For a water carrying band guy, you are a loyal and great fan of your school.  Man, does it hurt to be nice. ;)RFB, maybe we can find an old depth chart on line somewhere!

To say Trinity would beat UR this year is just pure speculation.  It would be a very good game.  The Haskell game was a political and financial decision,and for that matter, a good one.  Maybe not from a standpoint of UR being considered for the playoffs, but from the great experience afforded to Haskell.


GF.....Why would anyone consider a tie acceptable?  If it happens, so be it, but I hardly think any team sets it's goal to tie for a conference title.

[adcab19]

can anyone here present what the most logical and linear path would be for get Oxy to the playoffs?

or the top three??

[snoop dawg]

OB.........How did that happen?  Didnt the SCIAC  have an AQ back then?

[redlandsfan]

snoop,

AQ didnt come back into play until 2003 for the SCIAC

[RFB]

OB.........How did that happen?  Didnt the SCIAC  have an AQ back then?

No. Pomona was an independent in football. They left the SCIAC in 1995 in football only. They were sick of getting their a*ses handed to them. I'm glad it's still happening today, karma's a b*tch!

[RFB]

snoop,

AQ didnt come back into play until 2003 for the SCIAC

I also think the playoff field was only 28 teams then. It was only sixteen when I played.

[snoop dawg]

adcac....If it is accurate that if UR wins they get the pool c bid then, the only way I could see Oxy getting the bid is if CLU beats UR and, Oxy wins and then gets a pool c bid.  Even if that hppens, I dont think Oxy is a shoe in for the pool c. I think.......

[Sabretooth Tiger]

I think that's what I was trying to do as well tooth, as i tried to get more attention on "the battle for the shoes" then getting a nod and invitation to the dance.  . But, i think they would rather listen to the Old guy instead of the young buck.

That's just because I'm so much better looking.   

[snoop dawg]

Your grammar and punctuation is also superior.

[Gray Fox]

Gray Fox,

You can't say that Trinity would have beaten Redlands...they didn't play, so you can't assume.

I didn't say that.  I said.

Had the games been played, it is quite probable

GF,

Redlands had Trinity at home. I would say it was probable that they beat Trinity, especially after beating Whitworth on the road the previous week. Of course a shared SCIAC title would be big for Redlands consider they haven't won one since 2003.

How true.  I didn't mention it in my short post, but I remember PP upsetting Trinity after getting clobbered in San Antonio the year before.

GF.....Why would anyone consider a tie acceptable?  If it happens, so be it, but I hardly think any team sets it's goal to tie for a conference title.

I shouldn't have to remind you, but, if Oxy wins, that is the best Redlands  can do.

adcac....If it is accurate that if UR wins they get the pool c bid then, the only way I could see Oxy getting the bid is if CLU beats UR and, Oxy wins and then gets a pool c bid.  Even if that hppens, I dont think Oxy is a shoe in for the pool c. I think.......

Even though Oxy and Whittier are playing for The Shoes, winning the game will not make Oxy a "Shoe" in.

[Sabretooth Tiger]

adcac....If it is accurate that if UR wins they get the pool c bid then, the only way I could see Oxy getting the bid is if CLU beats UR and, Oxy wins and then gets a pool c bid.  Even if that hppens, I dont think Oxy is a shoe in for the pool c. I think.......

All true . . . and here's an interesting question . . . what would Oxy fans rather see:

A.  Oxy win, Cal Lu win.  Cal Lu takes the SCIAC outright and Oxy gets a Pool C shot; or
B.  Oxy win, Redlands win.  Oxy gets share of SCIAC title and gives up the Pool C shot to Redlands.

I have to say . . . speaking personally only . . . given a choice between the championship and the playoffs, I'd be inclined to take the championship this year.

Discuss.