For some reason I noticed this year that the students don't stand for the Redbird lineup announcement. Not one student stood last night nor in some previous games as well. In my section most of us stood and have every game this year. This means that they need a leader to lead them to the promise land of teaching them how to be Redbird fans during game time. I mean, it seems that it has come down to this. Red Alert needs to step up. There has been great leadership in the past from Red Alert for leading the students and getting them to cheer but not sure what they are doing this year. I have seen some very enthusiastic students at games this year and it may have been Red Alert leadership but it is not consistent.
It was nice seeing President Terri G K standing and waving a cheerleader's poster and encouraging people to stand.
I actually was hoping they would update the pre-game video and cut a newer one. It was great when they first started using it but they have played it for a few years now and I just think they need a new one to keep things fresh.
I assume the team picks the pre-game music and I am not a young college-aged student but I would prefer more of the pep band rather than the constant rap music. I also like when the band had the loft stage they used to play in. It stood out more and was right next to the sole student section. Now they are cornered up in the lower bowl and next to one of the student sections but it doesn't seem it has the same impact.
Yes, attendance has really scaled back the food offerings -- but people love their ice cream dots. There is always a line for that. Attendance will bring back the food.
Game note comments -- Reeves got bodied pretty hard on that last shot. The last time prior to OT he launched a three and we all wanted him to drive. This time he drove and got hacked and of course no whistle. I wish they would run plays including multiple screens (2-3) for Reeves to get him an open look. He creates most of his shots by getting separation but why not conserve his energy some and do it for him. He is a very good shooter and this would help.
I actually was impressed with Coach Jones. He always presented a good demeanor towards the team and didn't sulk or fold his arms in disgust if they screwed up. That is a very encouraging optic especially with what these players have gone through. Good job from Coach Jones.
It was nice seeing President Terri G K standing and waving a cheerleader's poster and encouraging people to stand.
I actually was hoping they would update the pre-game video and cut a newer one. It was great when they first started using it but they have played it for a few years now and I just think they need a new one to keep things fresh.
I assume the team picks the pre-game music and I am not a young college-aged student but I would prefer more of the pep band rather than the constant rap music. I also like when the band had the loft stage they used to play in. It stood out more and was right next to the sole student section. Now they are cornered up in the lower bowl and next to one of the student sections but it doesn't seem it has the same impact.
Yes, attendance has really scaled back the food offerings -- but people love their ice cream dots. There is always a line for that. Attendance will bring back the food.
Game note comments -- Reeves got bodied pretty hard on that last shot. The last time prior to OT he launched a three and we all wanted him to drive. This time he drove and got hacked and of course no whistle. I wish they would run plays including multiple screens (2-3) for Reeves to get him an open look. He creates most of his shots by getting separation but why not conserve his energy some and do it for him. He is a very good shooter and this would help.
I actually was impressed with Coach Jones. He always presented a good demeanor towards the team and didn't sulk or fold his arms in disgust if they screwed up. That is a very encouraging optic especially with what these players have gone through. Good job from Coach Jones.
