FB: Midwest Conference

Pat Coleman · October 21, 2009, 04:00:35 PM

Quote from: SNCOLDAD on October 21, 2009, 03:40:49 PM
The common denominator seems to be WIAC.

Wow. So your logic is that the WIAC is a common denominator when it comes to teams scheduling the WIAC? Brilliant!

Redmen09 · October 21, 2009, 04:10:42 PM

Limburger Cheese Heads?! Brilliant!

footballfan413 · October 21, 2009, 05:30:57 PM

Quote from: 02 Warhawk on October 21, 2009, 03:24:47 PM

Back in 04 and 05 Whitewater had a two-year series with SNC. as well as lakeland from the NAC.

I don't really blame the MWC for avoiding the WIAC schools. And as you point out St. Norberts did their stint with UW-W a few years ago as well as Lakeland from the NAC. It is those pesky upper tier CCIW schools that won't play WIAC schools, even before UW-W started their reign of terror in 05, that irk me. Several schools are only a few hours away. For a conference that is ranked 4th toughest by D-3 football.com, the argument about being over matched and not wanting to risk a loss doesn't hold as much water with me. The lone exception is Augustana, who has played UW-Platteville 13 times and leads the series 9-4. I believe the private vs. public argument is used, the all-time greatest, "dead horse kicking, " subject of post patterns, to justify it so I probably shouldn't have even brought it up.

SNCOLDAD · October 21, 2009, 06:12:17 PM

Cruel boys. Real Cruel. I obviously was lacking in trying to describe my thoughts. I just thought that since he asked where we stand, that I would point out that the MWC was not the only place to run to for games. But others must not be interested either. Except Augie it appears.

My question is why?

Pat. You will pay someday.

And Redmen09. who you calling Cheese Heads???

02 Warhawk · October 21, 2009, 06:23:15 PM

Quote from: footballfan413 on October 21, 2009, 05:30:57 PM
Quote from: 02 Warhawk on October 21, 2009, 03:24:47 PM

Back in 04 and 05 Whitewater had a two-year series with SNC. as well as lakeland from the NAC.
I don't really blame the MWC for avoiding the WIAC schools. And as you point out St. Norberts did their stint with UW-W a few years ago as well as Lakeland from the NAC. It is those pesky upper tier CCIW schools that won't play WIAC schools, even before UW-W started their reign of terror in 05, that irk me. Several schools are only a few hours away. For a conference that is ranked 4th toughest by D-3 football.com, the argument about being over matched and not wanting to risk a loss doesn't hold as much water with me. The lone exception is Augustana, who has played UW-Platteville 13 times and leads the series 9-4. I believe the private vs. public argument is used, the all-time greatest, "dead horse kicking, " subject of post patterns, to justify it so I probably shouldn't have even brought it up.

I posted the same question to CCIW's board and received no response....this was the only board that I got a response from about it, thanks for your imput

SNCOLDAD · October 21, 2009, 07:29:46 PM

Warhawk, I do like the conversation on this. Stick around!

Redmen09 · October 21, 2009, 08:26:02 PM

Guiness commercials. Brilliant!

tm343407 · October 21, 2009, 11:08:19 PM

Remember that the MWC has only one non-conference game to begin with whereas most of the other conferences in the area have 2-3 games to toy around with. Someone mentioned earlier there are only three teams (MC, RC, SNC) in the MWC that even have a chance at competing with the WIAC. SNC and RC have in recent years and Monmouth still has much further to travel that most of the MAC, CCIW, or even IIAC schools.

I think the MWC has been doing there part.

Redmen09 · October 21, 2009, 11:18:47 PM

40 degrees and rain all day in de pere for saturday is making me re-think/consider the tailgating plans. the weather i would think will change the game plans also for both teams come saturday

scottie · October 21, 2009, 11:35:11 PM

Quote from: SNCOLDAD on October 21, 2009, 06:12:17 PM

Pat. You will pay someday.

SNCOLDAD - Be prepared for your Karma to mysteriously decrease by 15-25% in the next two days. Remember, this is "Pat's World, Pat's World, Party Time, Excellent!"

JUST KIDDING, PAT!! (obligatory disclaimer)

Regarding today's lively conversation: Hopefully, the Scots and Whitewater can have a go at it this year - preferably in Round III. If they can get by LF, IC and KNOX, of course. (obligatory MWC group hug to get The Roop's goat)

SNCOLDAD · October 22, 2009, 09:02:32 AM

Well, I did have a tough time sleeping last night. Images of camp stoves, lanterns and other camping equipment running through my head. It couldn't have been Pat?!?!

redmen, tailgating MUST go on in De Pere! No excuses. Of course my wife thinks I am crazy. 8)

scottie, I like your thinking but I was contemplating MC and SNC meeting in the 3rd round.

Well the after game hug with my son may have to wait until after the shower and peel off the uniform. With the prediction of rain the field will probably be more than a little messy. This has the makings of a good old fashioned MUD BATH.

It will be a cold one, that is for sure.

GO GREEN KNIGHTS

scottie · October 22, 2009, 10:03:35 AM

Too bad I can't smite myself, since everyone else seems to enjoy doing it.

SNCOLDAD - My mistake: I was thinking that the NCAA would have to split up MC and SNC into different brackets, thereby creating a final four or, day I say, an Alonzo Stagg Bowl match-up.

SNCOLDAD · October 22, 2009, 10:32:14 AM

Don't blame me for the smite. And we all know there is no way that would happen since they are geographically close to one another. No matter how good a Stagg Bowl match up, they will make sure we play earlier to save money.

PC · October 22, 2009, 10:43:21 AM

Did anyone else have the dream i did where that match up with Lycoming was considered out of region...

FightnScot77 · October 22, 2009, 12:18:23 PM

Quote from: SNCOLDAD on October 22, 2009, 09:02:32 AM

Well the after game hug with my son may have to wait until after the shower and peel off the uniform. With the prediction of rain the field will probably be more than a little messy. This has the makings of a good old fashioned NUB BATH.

It will be a cold one, that is for sure.

Question for you... In order to make a quality prediction on the outcome, what is the turf condition at this time of year at Minahan Stadium? Field conditions could keep this one at a spread of 11-14 points?

Kicking game and defense will be key factors in my opinion. Your thoughts?

If the clouds break at anytime on Saturday morning simply call in the National Guard helli's to do an extended flyover to aid in drying out the field. Remember back in the 70's that MC arranged for a copter to hover over the wet areas several hours before a game...