FB: Midwest Conference

[Redmen09]

To attempt to answer your question, I think VikeMe is the one Pat was referring to. At least that is my take.

GO GREEN KNIGHTS

I was assuming he was talking about VikeMe also.  You all know how i feel about LU so I'll leave it at that.

Blu thru and thru-
Good to have another perspective coming from the south besides those crazy Monmouth fans
You'll see that we'll be outnumbered pretty quick as soon as they all wake up

[blu thru n thru]

I look forward to hearing from them.  And anyone else.  It's real easy to wave the banner when you're on top.  And it would appear, they are.  We'll see what they're about when the tide turns.

I was excited when I found this board.  I enjoy the banter, and that there's real rivalry makes me feel he picked the right place to play.  Even though the stadiums are kinda small (his HS stadium held 10K), it sounds like game days are an event.  It'll be even more fun for me when I get the lay of the land and the Blue is competing for the conference title.  For the time being, I am lacking in experience, history, and ammo.

Thanks again for the welcome.  Can't wait for the season to start!  Now I got the Blueboys and the Horns!  Hook'em!

[doolittledog]

Welcome to the world of D3 btnt.  You will have a fun time over the next 4 years.  The MWC board tends to be a bit slower than some others.  They tend to wait until the season has started.  I think if you help bring some friends in here and get some discussions going you can bring them out of hibernation though. 

[warthog]

Hey Warthog. How is the summer going for you. Are you going to Monmouth and beat up on those guys opening day?

To attempt to answer your question, I think VikeMe is the one Pat was referring to. At least that is my take.

How are the Knights looking this year? You guys had a rough one last year. I know. We were no help in that department. And you didn't help us the rest of the year.

Hope you are doing well and maybe we will see each other again this year.

GO GREEN KNIGHTS

SNCOLDAD:  Yes, last year was a tough year for my Orange Knights.  A 6-4 record and 3rd place in the conference race was the worst finish in nearly two decades.  I don't think you will see that happen again.  Rumor has it that the quarterback problem has been solved and with last year's team being one of the youngest and most inexperienced the Knights have had in many years, maybe things will be back to normal at Wartburg next season.  Playing Monmouth right out of the chute should give the Wartburg faithful some idea how good we will be.  I am a little confused why some of the national rankings have Wartburg in the top 25.  Ranked or not, I imagine the defensive shortcomings of last year will have been addressed in the off season.  That has been a hallmark of Wartburg success since Coach Willis' arrival. Don't look for the defense to roll-over two years in a row.

It should be a fun year at Wartburg .  They are having a season long celebration of  75 years of Knights Football.  The season opener against Monmouth is a kickoff to the celebration.  A long run into the playoffs would be a great way to end the celebration.

[blu thru n thru]

Thanks Doo.  I just sent links and invites to two of the new OOS parents I met at orientation.  One from Bama and one from Fl.  The one from Bama is an Auburn fan, so I'm okay with her.  (Still think my Horns win if Colt plays the entire game, but I'll get past that in about 10 years, or so). 

I figure the best way to raise our game at IC, is to raise awareness of, and participation in, the program with the entire fan base.  Past & present.  We want to get in now so when the Blue wins the conference in 2 years, we don't look like bandwagoners...

Sure, right now, my game is kinda week with a 5-5 record, but I'll bring it when we knock off the Scots in 2011

[scottie]

......... but I'll bring it when we knock off the Scots in 2011

An astute MWC fan, who already knows when Tanney graduates!  Good call!!     Welcome to the board, kind sir.  I'm sorry your son didn't decide to join the powerhouse Scots and the collegiate paradise that is MC.  But it sounds like the IC coaching staff is focusing on building the profile of a smaller, northern version of the SEC/Big 12 on their roster.  Time will tell if he's playing for a MWC crown or that of some other conference in four years.  But I digress.... 

 

[blu thru n thru]

It's an interesting comment you make about the "powerhouse Scots".  They are truly that (for now).  That actually played a big role in his decision.  Believe it or not, at one time he was being courted by several D1's.  Long story and I won't digress...  One was SMU.  Though it was the smallest of the lot, it was his clear #1.  June Jones had just taken over.  Jamie was really pumped about being part of something that was being built, rather than something already established.

MC was a great visit.  The coach was really cool.  The school and administration was spectacular.  Nothing not to like.  But the idea of being part of building something was a major factor in his decision.  The other was the connection he made with Coach Campbell. 

As for the timing on my call, it was more about this staff and their system having the time to take hold.  Who is this Tanney guy, anyway? 

[SNCOLDAD]

Now you have done it. scottie is going to go on and on about what's his name.

blu, never do that again.

[blu thru n thru]

Just firing one across the bow to see what happens.  I get a pass on this one since I'm new...  Now you got me kinda expecting a William Wallace "He's 7' tall and shoots lightning bolts out his..." reply.  Actually, I've seem a fair amount of film on him.  He's a player!  No doubt deserving of all the acolades.

[scottie]

He's only 6'5"...6'6.125" in his cleats.   

Blu - Don't mind snCOLDad.  All you have to know about this wall is to set an alarm to go off every 24 hours and give me a Karma point.  Also, since you've converted to the Land of Lincoln, it's better around here to root for the Illini and Bears over the Badgers and Packers. 

                                  

[blu thru n thru]

Your attention to his measurables is a bit alarming!  But maybe that how y'all role up there...  Seriously though, do you think he's gonna get any Sunday invites?

As it happens, I was born in Chicago.  But I got to Texas as quick as I could.  Been here most of my life.  Still have family in the northern part of IL.  Between the teams you mentioned, I'd easily say that we're in sync.  However, next to my beloved Blueboys, the Horns are my passion.  Not too into pro football.  HS football is the other main interest.  But I no longer have a dog in that fight.  Still like to go to the games.  If you haven't seen Texas 5A football, you haven't seen HS football!  I've coached pee-wee for 15 years and will continue.  Even pee-wee is a big deal here.

Not ready to convert.  Just visiting...

[Pat Coleman]

I figure the best way to raise our game at IC, is to raise awareness of, and participation in, the program with the entire fan base.  Past & present.  We want to get in now so when the Blue wins the conference in 2 years, we don't look like bandwagoners...

Make sure you send those people over here, too.

[SNCOLDAD]

btnt, I 2nd Pat's suggestion. This has been great for this board. I am wondering if you plan on making all the games. some, none this year, etc. That is a long trip. Road games? If you make it to SNC, I will defenitely buy you one at tailgating.


GO GREEN KNIGHTS

[scottie]

  Seriously though, do you think he's gonna get any Sunday invites?

I imagine that he might make a little money throwing the ball, my guess is that most Sunday invites will be to different churches.  His brother has played QB in the arena league, so some sort of pro ball might be in the future.  His numbers and his DIII credentials (including POY http://www2.monm.edu/sportsinfo/releases/2010/1.football_tanney_melberger_presentation_02-14-10.htm) are off the charts, but only a handful of DIII players get sniffs at "the league" each year.  Speed and weight/strength are probably the key concerns. Although, after losing two All-American OLs, his mobility and elusiveness might get more opportunities for display this year.   

[blu thru n thru]

It's killing me to miss even practices, let alone games.  This year, we're planning to attend the 9/18 game vs. Lake Forest (Family day & coincidentally my kid's BD), 10/16 game vs. Knox (Homecoming), and 11/6 vs. Beloit (final regular season).  Of course, we'll schedule and attend all playoff games not wanting to miss the Blueboys unprecidented and unexpected march to the D3 title (that's for you, Scottie).

We're limiting our travel this year as I don't anticipate he'll play much.  They have a senior starter and I appreciate the coach's loyalty.  If he gets PT, fine.  If he can win the job next year, heck, I'd probably rent an appartment and move there for the season... 

I'll take you up on the tailgating offer and look forward to meeting some of the players on this board.  This board has been an awesome discovery for me.  Knowing nothing about D3, or the conference, I was worried there'd be little following or enthusiasm.  I have tried to enlist some new players to rally some more support for the Blues.  My son's team made it to last year's 5A state semi's.  It was not predicted early on in the season.  It was rewarding, for all of us who were on the boards early, to be able to serve up the crow (that was for you too, Scottie).