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With the 2018-2019 season upon us, most of us are experiencing varying levels of excitement, concern, hope. We have a lot of new faces - something unseen to this point under Gregg Marshall. The team has a daunting task ahead of it by trying to compete at a high level with 11% of the minutes returning, one of the lowest in the country. Most players don't have any Division 1 experience, and have only gotten a small taste to this point of what big time basketball is about. They certainly have an uphill battle on their hands.
That is where we the fans come in. Historically we have a pretty good reputation as a supportive and intense crowd. Many have raved about packed games and intense atmospheres. Despite this, we have things that work against a rowdy atmosphere. Ticket prices make it harder for the average Joe to attend games, and the in-game promotions certainly help to kill the atmosphere at times. However - the time is now for our fan base to step up.
This new group needs the support of the home crowd this season. This year more than any, we need to support these young men through positive words, and just generally screaming our heads off throughout the game. We need to really be standing for defense (which includes through free throws), and be willing to jump to our feet to help start a scoring run. Don't underestimate the impact our 6th man can have on a game (and on a season), and don't sit down or stop clapping because somebody behind you gets annoyed. I don't know that it is realistic to have an undefeated home record this season, but let's try our damnedest and will this team to victory. Bring it every game, regardless of opponent. Here's to outperforming expectations, starting Tuesday. Go Shockers!
That is where we the fans come in. Historically we have a pretty good reputation as a supportive and intense crowd. Many have raved about packed games and intense atmospheres. Despite this, we have things that work against a rowdy atmosphere. Ticket prices make it harder for the average Joe to attend games, and the in-game promotions certainly help to kill the atmosphere at times. However - the time is now for our fan base to step up.
This new group needs the support of the home crowd this season. This year more than any, we need to support these young men through positive words, and just generally screaming our heads off throughout the game. We need to really be standing for defense (which includes through free throws), and be willing to jump to our feet to help start a scoring run. Don't underestimate the impact our 6th man can have on a game (and on a season), and don't sit down or stop clapping because somebody behind you gets annoyed. I don't know that it is realistic to have an undefeated home record this season, but let's try our damnedest and will this team to victory. Bring it every game, regardless of opponent. Here's to outperforming expectations, starting Tuesday. Go Shockers!
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