FB: Midwest Conference

[Just Bill]

The MWC is 2-10 in post season competition.

I guess we just shouldn't show up.  In fact, why have the playoffs at all?  I mean, we already know the outcome.

I don't know about that afterall you have almost a 17% chance of winning. 

Okay then!  That's what I'm talkin' bout! By that, I just went from being perceived as delusional to optimistic...

So you're telling me there's a chance...

[blu thru n thru]

The MWC is 2-10 in post season competition.

I guess we just shouldn't show up.  In fact, why have the playoffs at all?  I mean, we already know the outcome.

I don't know about that afterall you have almost a 17% chance of winning. 

Okay then!  That's what I'm talkin' bout! By that, I just went from being perceived as delusional to optimistic...

So you're telling me there's a chance...

That I'm not dilusional?  Apparently 17%.

[Redmen09]

What was all that one in a million talk?

[blu thru n thru]

Even if it's one in a million, that may actually represent progress.  My observation has been that the Blueboys weren't exactly on the forefront of people's mind when discussing MWC contenders.  Niether my kid, nor my rhetoric will, alone, change that.  But I have seen things yall haven't.

What excites me is the players I met at orientation.  Mostly OOS kids.  What I believe I saw was a clear example of the continued rise in talent, focus, and commitment to football expected and pursued by Coach Campbell.   

Another thing that boosts my confidence is that this coach, and the school, are successfully seeking and bringing in OOS kids.  No disrespect whatsoever to the local ones, because I know there's talent there.  There's nothing special in the water elsewhere. But there's a lot of talent in this country looking for a place to play.  Talent that will make a difference at IC and the MWC. 

The change isn't going to be overnight, but it's coming!  Scottie, you're right to be afraid. I hate to use them as an example, but does anyone remember OU before L'il Bobby Stoops' arrival?  When he gained the necessary support from the administration, raised the expectations of the team, and began selling it to recruits and players, they went from doormat to... National Champions!  (Ouch! I hate even saying that!)  That's what I've had the chance to see at IC and with Coach Campbell.  Now it's yall's turn to see it.

[scottie]

in my best G. Constanza impression:  Ooooohhhh, I'm shakin!   

[SNCOLDAD]

I knew scottie would jump in there sooner or later. 

blu, I do not want to dampen the excitement you have brought to this board. Please do not stop with your posts. We all need it and enjoy it.

I do have to ask about your statement " But I have seen things yall haven't."  It seems to me that you are basing a lot of your comments on change at IC. Change is good. But did you visit there last year or the year before to have a true comparison? Were the players less excited 2 or 3 years ago than they are now? Were the statements made by the coach 2-3 years ago that different than made during your visit?

Basically what I am saying is any of the parents on this board probably has seen what you have seen. The names were different. The surroundings were different. But I bet we have been there. 

Like I said in a previous post, I look forward to IC visiting St Norbert this year and BOTH teams are undefeated in conference play.

By the way, who is IC playing opening weekend and where?




GO GREEN KNIGHTS

[scottie]

I knew scottie would jump in there sooner or later. 

Scottie has been on the road a lot lately, so please pardon me only jumping in from time to time.  I'm surprised I've been logging on this early, to be honest.  Probably Blu's fault!  "You're my boy, Blu!"  (p.s. If those lady blue cowgirls ask you to jello wrestle, don't do it!)

[blu thru n thru]

Yeah, I knew that'd draw Scottie out!

C'mon SNC!  You just gotta know: 1) I don't take myself too seriously and I love the banter.  2) I gotta believe that they are different.  If I'm gonna have any play on this board, I cannot accept that anything less is taking place.  If my team had recent MWC championships or undefeated seasons to boast, my tone would be different.  I wouldn't be relying on change for hope.  But do not mistake that to mean that I am fabricating my rant solely from wishful thinking. 

I cannot argue the logic of your statements, but there are reasons that I believe what I do.  This forum, however, would not be the place to post them.  I don't have the benefit of history to rely on.  So, I must believe the future is brighter.  I do and for good reason!

Admittedly, I have much to learn about D3.  But as a coach and manager of many years, there's subtle, things you look for to that mark when you've turned a corner.  I see those things. 

Answer: Millikin University @ home.

[SNCOLDAD]

You are doing just fine blu. Keep the attitude right where it is at. I agree. We have to be positive. Chat again soon.

[Moncolfan]

  I'm starting to worry about Blu.  Its been almost 24 hours and he hasn't posted. Hope you are ok Blu.

[Moncolfan]

Oh and thanks to whoever bumped up my Karma.  For awhile there it was just VIKe Me and me in negative numbers. SNCOLDAD please be nice to me from now on!

[SNCOLDAD]

Ah, do I have to?!?!   

I will try to behave. And watch scottie drop once he gets going. 

[02 Warhawk]

I'm starting to worry about Blu.  Its been almost 24 hours and he hasn't posted. Hope you are ok Blu.

Maybe he's boycotting this site b/c IC didn't make the top 25. so he's sticking it to Pat. 

[blu thru n thru]

Blu's goin' third person like Scottie. Blu had a special project to work on today. More on that to follow.

Blu knows Pat feels bad enough already for his obvious omission.  No need for Blu to pile on.  No doubt he'll do his research next year and get his $%&t straight.

So what was Blu doing today???  Glad you asked!  Blu was reinforcing the axles and adding seats to the Blueboy bandwagon.  It's gotta be reworked to support the anticipated load increase.  Which one of you wants to call "Shotgun"?  Pat?  C'mon Dude!  Remember, if y'ain't the lead dog, the view never changes.  Of course, what's Blu doing telling y'all about dog-sledding? 

[tmerton]

I hate to use them as an example, but does anyone remember OU before L'il Bobby Stoops' arrival?  When he gained the necessary support from the administration, raised the expectations of the team, and began selling it to recruits and players, they went from doormat to... National Champions!  (Ouch! I hate even saying that!) 

You're kidding, right?  Was that a brain fart, btnt, or what?  "Doormat"?  You do perhaps remember Barry Switzer (as much as I despise him), yes?  And you probably weren't born at the time but there was a gentleman from Minnesota named Bud Wilkinson who coached there, too.  Good grief.  Unless IC has that sort of heritage, perhaps you'd like to try another example.