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Big East could vote to dissolve

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Re: Big East could vote to dissolve
« Reply #320 on: December 15, 2012, 01:18:34 PM »
Quote from: stormwarning on December 15, 2012, 04:15:52 AM
Quote from: Celtics11 on December 14, 2012, 07:59:24 PM
Quote from: stormwarning on December 13, 2012, 11:27:33 PM
fwiw, i would prefer to add dayton in addition to the other two, and keep it to ten schools.  everybody plays each other twice.  top eight teams make the tourney.  not nearly the league we once had, but at least i can identify with the schools.  the best scenario in a bad situation.  i think, as a minimum, gtown, st johns, nova, marquette, and xavier need to be strong year in and year out for the league to be successful.  then, if we get a strong year from any of the other schools, it would be gravy.
First no Temple because it is a catholic league. :) Would agree that a 10 team league is slightly preferable to 12 as if you play everyone twice you build up rivalries with all members were as 2 divisions of 6 each playing other division only once you don't get the rivalries. Only disagree with your not including all teams in post season tourney as I remember how much it sucked to be shut out of it. Nothing wrong with first day of 8-9 and 7-10 to get to quarterfinals, or for 12 teams top 4 bye and than the quarters.

don't think the league is strong enough to promote those games.  how many people will show up at the garden to see dayton play depaul?
The same # that show up to see Depaul play anyone. Maybe more given the general sentiment re: Dayton's fan support
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Re: Big East could vote to dissolve
« Reply #321 on: December 15, 2012, 01:18:38 PM »
Quote from: sju89tr on December 15, 2012, 11:55:12 AM
Quote from: desco80 on December 15, 2012, 01:30:50 AM
Wait, is this really going to be a catholic only league?
That post article mentions xavier Dayton st Louis creighton and duquesne being contacted... What do those schools all have in common?
No discussions with butler or vcu ?  or does Lenny just not know of them?

This is troubling imo.   I didn't think catholic only was a real possibility. 
Always assumed the league would be.mostly catholic.  But exclusively?  that's going to rub people the wrong way.

Have never heard a catholic conf, just schools of similar makeups, Butler for example is not a catholic school

In that Post article, Lenn Robbins only mentions catholic schools as having been contacted;  Xavier, Dayton, Creighton, St Louis, even Duquesne.
And on ESPN; Mike Brey is quoted as hearing something similar; a "national catholic conference".    That worries me
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Re: Big East could vote to dissolve
« Reply #322 on: December 15, 2012, 01:22:06 PM »
Quote from: desco80 on December 15, 2012, 01:18:38 PM
Quote from: sju89tr on December 15, 2012, 11:55:12 AM
Quote from: desco80 on December 15, 2012, 01:30:50 AM
Wait, is this really going to be a catholic only league?
That post article mentions xavier Dayton st Louis creighton and duquesne being contacted... What do those schools all have in common?
No discussions with butler or vcu ?  or does Lenny just not know of them?

This is troubling imo.   I didn't think catholic only was a real possibility. 
Always assumed the league would be.mostly catholic.  But exclusively?  that's going to rub people the wrong way.

Have never heard a catholic conf, just schools of similar makeups, Butler for example is not a catholic school

In that Post article, Lenn Robbins only mentions catholic schools as having been contacted;  Xavier, Dayton, Creighton, St Louis, even Duquesne.
And on ESPN; Mike Brey is quoted as hearing something similar; a "national catholic conference".    That worries me

what worries me is that at the Friday semi finals of the tournament, they wouldn't serve hot dogs or sausage and peppers-only fish tacos ;)
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Re: Big East could vote to dissolve
« Reply #323 on: December 15, 2012, 01:47:26 PM »
I also think it is funny that no one wants uconn. However I would prefer to beat them in a packed garden in a game that is televised nationally on CBS.
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Re: Big East could vote to dissolve
« Reply #324 on: December 15, 2012, 01:56:23 PM »
I dont lile the name Catholic conference. Name must be religion nuetral IMO.
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Re: Big East could vote to dissolve
« Reply #325 on: December 15, 2012, 01:59:06 PM »
Quote from: TONYD3 on December 15, 2012, 01:47:26 PM
I also think it is funny that no one wants uconn. However I would prefer to beat them in a packed garden in a game that is televised nationally on CBS.

Call me crazy but Id take UConn, temple and Memphis for a few years if they bowed down and kissed the feet of the 7 (UConn) and abandon football (Temple).
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Re: Big East could vote to dissolve
« Reply #326 on: December 15, 2012, 02:40:05 PM »
DONE YO.


By By RALPH D. RUSSO AP College Football Writer
WASHINGTON December 15, 2012 (AP)
The seven Big East schools that don't play FBS football have decided to leave the conference and pursue a new basketball framework.

The presidents of the seven schools made the announcement Saturday, saying it was a unanimous vote.

The move leaves Connecticut, a founding member of the league in 1979, Cincinnati and South Florida — three current members with FBS football programs — up in the air concerning their futures.

The seven schools are: Georgetown, St. John's, Villanova, DePaul, Marquette, Seton Hall and Providence.

The Big East is still lined up to have a 12-team football conference next season with six new members joining, including Boise State and San Diego State for football only. Rutgers and Louisville, which both announced intentions to leave the Big East, are still expected to compete in the conference next year.

The presidents have scheduled a news conference at 4:30 p.m.
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Re: Big East could vote to dissolve
« Reply #327 on: December 15, 2012, 02:40:40 PM »
Quote from: desco80 on December 15, 2012, 01:18:38 PM
Quote from: sju89tr on December 15, 2012, 11:55:12 AM
Quote from: desco80 on December 15, 2012, 01:30:50 AM
Wait, is this really going to be a catholic only league?
That post article mentions xavier Dayton st Louis creighton and duquesne being contacted... What do those schools all have in common?
No discussions with butler or vcu ?  or does Lenny just not know of them?

This is troubling imo.   I didn't think catholic only was a real possibility. 
Always assumed the league would be.mostly catholic.  But exclusively?  that's going to rub people the wrong way.

Have never heard a catholic conf, just schools of similar makeups, Butler for example is not a catholic school

In that Post article, Lenn Robbins only mentions catholic schools as having been contacted;  Xavier, Dayton, Creighton, St Louis, even Duquesne.
And on ESPN; Mike Brey is quoted as hearing something similar; a "national catholic conference".    That worries me


Why does it worry you.  We are what we are.
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Re: Big East could vote to dissolve
« Reply #328 on: December 15, 2012, 02:42:22 PM »
Quote from: ras on December 15, 2012, 01:56:23 PM
I dont lile the name Catholic conference. Name must be religion nuetral IMO.

Catholic conference could be fun.  We could start games like Florida State FB with the burning spear on the 50 yard line.  We could burn a hertic at center court--would really generate TV ratings ;)
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Save The Hero

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Re: Big East could vote to dissolve
« Reply #329 on: December 15, 2012, 02:51:33 PM »
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Joseph White Jr. ‏@JGWhiteAP

Lots of details to be worked out. #Georgetown AD Reed says it's "3rd inning of a 9-inning game."

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#Georgetown AD Lee Reed says breakaway school not necessarily giving up on Big East name.

:)
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Re: Big East could vote to dissolve
« Reply #330 on: December 15, 2012, 03:07:25 PM »
Quote from: Moose on December 15, 2012, 02:40:40 PM
Quote from: desco80 on December 15, 2012, 01:18:38 PM
Quote from: sju89tr on December 15, 2012, 11:55:12 AM
Quote from: desco80 on December 15, 2012, 01:30:50 AM
Wait, is this really going to be a catholic only league?
That post article mentions xavier Dayton st Louis creighton and duquesne being contacted... What do those schools all have in common?
No discussions with butler or vcu ?  or does Lenny just not know of them?

This is troubling imo.   I didn't think catholic only was a real possibility. 
Always assumed the league would be.mostly catholic.  But exclusively?  that's going to rub people the wrong way.

Have never heard a catholic conf, just schools of similar makeups, Butler for example is not a catholic school

In that Post article, Lenn Robbins only mentions catholic schools as having been contacted;  Xavier, Dayton, Creighton, St Louis, even Duquesne.
And on ESPN; Mike Brey is quoted as hearing something similar; a "national catholic conference".    That worries me


Why does it worry you.  We are what we are.

Let me rephrase that, it doesn't "worry" me Moose - you're right, we are what we are.   I actually like having a catholic identity, and shared heritage.   It's what made Marquette and our sister school Depaul such natural rivals when they joined the BE.  Seemless fit. 

But I would be concerned that tv networks wouldn't want to carry an all-catholic league.   I know NBC has no problem hosting Notre Dame, and they run religious themed ads throughout the telecast.   But a whole league that is all catholic schools?    I think that may rub some of the network bosses the wrong way. 
I hope I'm wrong though.   
And who knows - maybe we are talking to Butler and VCU. 
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Re: Big East could vote to dissolve
« Reply #331 on: December 15, 2012, 03:08:52 PM »
Saw this on the Hoya forum, it's a quote from a Gonzaga message board...  gave me a good laugh  ;D

"I am starting to warm up to the Catholics Only Conference (COC) idea. If named as commissioner of the new COC league, I can offer the following brainstorming ideas:

Cheerleaders dressed as members of the College of Cardinals?
Communion in the stands at half time?
Instead of athletic shoes, the players must wear sandals like Jesus did?
Concession stands sell loaves and fishes only, plus cups of water? (water into wine conversions subject to local liquor regulations)
Personal fouls categorized as either venial (one shot) or mortal (two shots)?
Players called for technical fouls required to particpate in confession / reconcilliation sacrament before returning to the playing floor?

Just getting started . . .

Go Bulldogs!"
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Re: Big East could vote to dissolve
« Reply #332 on: December 15, 2012, 03:25:01 PM »
“@SIPeteThamel: If New East ends up at 12, it would likely be X, Butler, Dayton, SLU and Creighton. (Temple, GMU, VCU will be considered).”
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Re: Big East could vote to dissolve
« Reply #333 on: December 15, 2012, 03:29:35 PM »
Man, Im lovin watchin Butler stick wit No. 1.
Crowd is euphoric.
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Re: Big East could vote to dissolve
« Reply #334 on: December 15, 2012, 03:31:42 PM »
Quote from: Choz4Life on December 15, 2012, 03:29:35 PM
Man, Im lovin watchin Butler stick wit No. 1.
Crowd is euphoric.

Like a great championship fight. Love Butler's grit! Well coached!
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Re: Big East could vote to dissolve
« Reply #335 on: December 15, 2012, 03:46:50 PM »
Quote from: paultzman on December 15, 2012, 03:31:42 PM
Quote from: Choz4Life on December 15, 2012, 03:29:35 PM
Man, Im lovin watchin Butler stick wit No. 1.
Crowd is euphoric.

Like a great championship fight. Love Butler's grit! Well coached!

Can you imagine how good they can be when they can compete in recruiting with the big boys. Watch out
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Re: Big East could vote to dissolve
« Reply #336 on: December 15, 2012, 04:00:38 PM »
The timing of this new league could be perfect for us.   If we can manage to grow, and not lose D'angelo or Jakarr after the season - then next season should really be a breakthrough year for us.   Even more so if Lawrence or Jordan are on campus, and if Branch develops.   
Next year it sounds like Louisville, ND etc will all still be in the BE, plus Memphis and Temple. 
We have the opportunity to go out with a banner year against a still very strong Big East, and enter the new conference on a high note.   
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Re: Big East could vote to dissolve
« Reply #337 on: December 15, 2012, 04:15:42 PM »
The seven schools are having a press conference @ 4:30 today, anyone know who's carrying it or have a link?
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Re: Big East could vote to dissolve
« Reply #338 on: December 15, 2012, 04:34:33 PM »
Watching Butler take it to Indiana is great.  Hope we get them in the new conference!
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Re: Big East could vote to dissolve
« Reply #339 on: December 15, 2012, 04:37:01 PM »
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St. John's President Donald Harrington: "We at St. John's are very excited about this."

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Father Harrington says the new league "will be called Big East or some other name to be determined."

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Father Harrington says he expects 10 or 12 members in the new league."It's really premature to know at this time" who will be in it.

not much info. lol
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