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  • #46
    If we were in a host year for Bracketbusters then it would work perfect as the opening game for the arena.

    Does BB make exceptions to the rotating home/road?

    Otherwise, if you dont have a conference game in the arena, you're talking about nearly another year before they play a game there. Just dont think that is going to happen. Its just too new and flashy not to try.

    :goshocks:

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    • #47
      Originally posted by Ixiah
      If we were in a host year for Bracketbusters then it would work perfect as the opening game for the arena.

      Does BB make exceptions to the rotating home/road?

      Otherwise, if you dont have a conference game in the arena, you're talking about nearly another year before they play a game there. Just dont think that is going to happen. Its just too new and flashy not to try.

      :goshocks:
      Somehow, I believe that a App State or Cleveland State game isn't going to be the blockbuster matchup to open the arena.
      Wichita State, home of the All-Americans.

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      • #48
        Originally posted by Overtime
        IF THE ARENA OPENS IN JAN DURING OUR LEAGUE PLAY.....THEN I THINK CREIGHTON WOULD BE A GOOD CHOICE....MAYBE NOT QUITE AS GOOD AS KSU BUT CLOSE..... OTHER SCHOOLS WOULD HAVE TO GO ON THE ROAD FOR A NON LEAGUE GAME AND I DON'T SEE THAT HAPPENING
        rofl..

        We definitely aren't gonna be wasting a Valley game there. No way, no how.

        And secondly, 'as good as KSU'... huh? Kitten State is on the bottom end of the totem pole as far as I'm concerned. They make 1 NCAA tourney in 13 years, win one game in it, all because of one guy (Beasley) and now they're 'good'? lol.. Let's not set our sights so low for looking for a possible opponent please.
        Deuces Valley.
        ... No really, deuces.
        ________________
        "Enjoy the ride."

        - a smart man

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        • #49
          Originally posted by mulligan
          I could see us offering a deal to either K-State or KU for a night of basketball. K-State or KU playing an elite Major Conference school for a neutral game and us playing a High Mid-Major. This would provide a buzz around Wichita. With profits from TV, ticket sales, and concessions being split 60/40. 60 to KU/K-State and 40 to WSU. KU would be ideal because of the TV package. It would be cool to see KU/you name it and Wichita State/Xavier, Gonzaga, Memphis, or Butler.
          Sorry mulligan, but your post is just WRONG. If W.S.U. ever works a deal like this, they might as well erect a giant sign stating, WE HAVE A SECOND RATE BASKETBALL PROGRAM.

          The home town Wichita State University WheatShockers should never take a back seat to anyone in their home town. Especially not the Chickenhawks or the Mildcats.

          :-x :-x :-x :-x :-x :-x :-x :-x :-x :-x :-x :-x :-x :-x
          "Hank Iba decided he wouldn't play my team anymore. He told me that if he tried to get his team ready to play me, it would upset his team the rest of the season." Gene Johnson, WU Basketball coach, 1928-1933.

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          • #50
            Originally posted by tropicalshox
            If KU doesn't play the Shockers, they can stay out of Wichita.
            Damn Right!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !
            "Hank Iba decided he wouldn't play my team anymore. He told me that if he tried to get his team ready to play me, it would upset his team the rest of the season." Gene Johnson, WU Basketball coach, 1928-1933.

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            • #51
              We should all give up on the Idea of KU coming to town. But not K-State, I think that K-State might actually turn their brain on and figure out that the reason they haven't been getting into the big dance is because of a low SOS. They can improve that just by playing WSU. I hope in IBA.
              The mountains are calling, and I must go.

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              • #52
                Why not open IBA with a throwback exhibition, something like Friends or Newman vs. Wichita State? Something meaningless, but fun, so a good time can be had by all....
                Deep in the heart of couldn't give a crap about college basketball-land and I miss the SHOX.
                Students > Alumni
                If you EVER want to open your damn mouths about Selection Sunday, READ THIS FIRST: http://www.midmajority.com/p/1296
                The ONLY document that means ANYTHING: http://www.bbstate.com/schools/WICH/sheet

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                • #53
                  Originally posted by fastbow
                  Why not open IBA with a throwback exhibition, something like Friends or Newman vs. Wichita State? Something meaningless, but fun, so a good time can be had by all....
                  Yeah all 4,000 people that showed up would have fun.

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                  • #54
                    Originally posted by ShoxFan963
                    Originally posted by fastbow
                    Why not open IBA with a throwback exhibition, something like Friends or Newman vs. Wichita State? Something meaningless, but fun, so a good time can be had by all....
                    Yeah all 4,000 people that showed up would have fun.
                    Schedule and promote it right, the place would be filled. After all, it's not like this town is just bursting with other golden entertainment opportunities...
                    Deep in the heart of couldn't give a crap about college basketball-land and I miss the SHOX.
                    Students > Alumni
                    If you EVER want to open your damn mouths about Selection Sunday, READ THIS FIRST: http://www.midmajority.com/p/1296
                    The ONLY document that means ANYTHING: http://www.bbstate.com/schools/WICH/sheet

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                    • #55
                      Ripemup,

                      Said perfectly.

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                      • #56
                        How about an old Valley Foe?

                        Louisville
                        Memphis St.
                        Cincinnati
                        Tulsa

                        Any chance the JUCO tournament will be there next year?

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                        • #57
                          Originally posted by vancedave56
                          How about an old Valley Foe?

                          Louisville
                          Memphis St.
                          Cincinnati
                          Tulsa

                          Any chance the JUCO tournament will be there next year?
                          Definitely like the schools. Perhaps a tournament with WSU, Tulsa, and 2 of the remaining 3.

                          Let's not compare K-State to KU. Having KU play the Shox at Intrust would be an event for the city for both KU and Shocker fans. K-State playing the Shox at Intrust would be a no-win scenario for Wichita State. We'd be expected to win against a team that is about as exciting as playing a Colorado or Iowa State. A big let down on the excitement meter... The Shox have nothing to prove to those pie munchers.

                          However, a tournament called the "Valley of the Death" with the aforementioned schools in VanceDave56's post would be great!

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                          • #58
                            Originally posted by Veritas
                            Originally posted by vancedave56
                            How about an old Valley Foe?

                            Louisville
                            Memphis St.
                            Cincinnati
                            Tulsa

                            Any chance the JUCO tournament will be there next year?
                            Definitely like the schools. Perhaps a tournament with WSU, Tulsa, and 2 of the remaining 3.

                            Let's not compare K-State to KU. Having KU play the Shox at Intrust would be an event for the city for both KU and Shocker fans. K-State playing the Shox at Intrust would be a no-win scenario for Wichita State. We'd be expected to win against a team that is about as exciting as playing a Colorado or Iowa State. A big let down on the excitement meter... The Shox have nothing to prove to those pie munchers.

                            However, a tournament called the "Valley of the Death" with the aforementioned schools in VanceDave56's post would be great!
                            Now these are good ideas. vance suggests some good old Valley schools. Veritas suggests a name like the old Valley of Death. Something like this might just be enough to get me to step foot into the UN-Trust Bank Arena. :good:
                            "Hank Iba decided he wouldn't play my team anymore. He told me that if he tried to get his team ready to play me, it would upset his team the rest of the season." Gene Johnson, WU Basketball coach, 1928-1933.

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                            • #59
                              I am loving the Ideas about playing old valley foes. I would pay to see those games.
                              The mountains are calling, and I must go.

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                              • #60
                                Originally posted by fastbow
                                Originally posted by ShoxFan963
                                Originally posted by fastbow
                                Why not open IBA with a throwback exhibition, something like Friends or Newman vs. Wichita State? Something meaningless, but fun, so a good time can be had by all....
                                Yeah all 4,000 people that showed up would have fun.
                                Schedule and promote it right, the place would be filled. After all, it's not like this town is just bursting with other golden entertainment opportunities...
                                I wouldn't go to see Friends or Newman. Give me a real game or don't expect me to attend.
                                Some posts are not visible to me. :peaceful:
                                Don't worry too much about it. Just do all you can do and let the rough end drag.

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