|
|
Post by savannahbadger on Aug 4, 2023 21:07:33 GMT -5
If we're really gonna do this, can we at least re-name the conferences to something more fitting? The Big 10 hasn't been the big 10 for over a decade, and same thing for the Big 12. Rose Bowl Conference |
|
|
|
Post by jagdpanther on Aug 4, 2023 21:18:00 GMT -5
 I guess the PAC finally found a network sponsor…🤣🤣 I mean, History does show mostly programs about worthless junk now... |
|
|
|
Post by jagdpanther on Aug 4, 2023 21:18:46 GMT -5
If we're really gonna do this, can we at least re-name the conferences to something more fitting? The Big 10 hasn't been the big 10 for over a decade, and same thing for the Big 12. I vote for renaming it to Big 10 x2 when we get to 20 teams. |
|
|
|
Post by Brutus Buckeye on Aug 4, 2023 21:21:00 GMT -5
The "G" in B1G was clearly designed so that it could easily be converted into a "6" but then they blew right past that number.  |
|
|
|
Post by redcard🏐 on Aug 4, 2023 21:24:43 GMT -5
 this guy has captured a ton of naysayer tweets from the last few months that no PAC school will ever go to Big12. |
|
|
|
Post by brooselee on Aug 4, 2023 22:33:22 GMT -5
this guy has captured a ton of naysayer tweets from the last few months that no PAC school will ever go to Big12. A lot of these naysayers were probably WSU and OSU fans. They have the most to lose if the PAC 12 dissolved. |
|
|
|
Post by horns1 on Aug 4, 2023 22:35:53 GMT -5
If we're really gonna do this, can we at least re-name the conferences to something more fitting? The Big 10 hasn't been the big 10 for over a decade, and same thing for the Big 12. When the Big 12 was formed, they copyrighted "Big 14" and "Big 16"; perhaps they will finally get to use the latter . . . |
|
|
|
Post by bbg95 on Aug 4, 2023 22:43:14 GMT -5
If we're really gonna do this, can we at least re-name the conferences to something more fitting? The Big 10 hasn't been the big 10 for over a decade, and same thing for the Big 12. A decade? Way longer than that. The Big Ten last had 10 schools in 1992. So three decades. Anyway, I'm fine with calling them the Big Ten and Big 12 because those brands have been established for a long time. Renaming them just because they don't have that many schools doesn't make sense to me. |
|
|
|
Post by vup on Aug 4, 2023 22:46:28 GMT -5
If we're really gonna do this, can we at least re-name the conferences to something more fitting? The Big 10 hasn't been the big 10 for over a decade, and same thing for the Big 12. A decade? Way longer than that. The Big Ten last had 10 schools in 1992. So three decades. Anyway, I'm fine with calling them the Big Ten and Big 12 because those brands have been established for a long time. Renaming them just because they don't have that many schools doesn't make sense to me. I’m sorry, I understand your view, but misnomers are so annoying… |
|
|
|
Post by bbg95 on Aug 4, 2023 22:53:54 GMT -5
If we're really gonna do this, can we at least re-name the conferences to something more fitting? The Big 10 hasn't been the big 10 for over a decade, and same thing for the Big 12. B1G has always bothered me. If for no other reason, it's a bit of a finger twister when you're typing. It's always bothered me for a different reason. I just think it comes off rather pompous. So I will continue to refer to them as the Big Ten. |
|
|
|
Post by redcard🏐 on Aug 4, 2023 23:10:16 GMT -5
🤣🤣  |
|
|
|
Post by mervinswerved on Aug 5, 2023 5:22:24 GMT -5
Time to pay the players.
|
|
bluepenquin
Hall of Fame
4-Time VolleyTalk Poster of the Year (2019, 2018, 2017, 2016), All-VolleyTalk 1st Team (2021, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016) All-VolleyTalk 2nd Team 2023
Posts: 13,346 
|
Post by bluepenquin on Aug 5, 2023 7:22:09 GMT -5
I've said this before, but I think Washington is better off not taking an invite than to take one that is not a full share. That would mean having to compete in a league where everybody else is getting more money and also spending less on travel. It's a recipe for disaster -- as Rutgers and Maryland have found out. I disagree. To start with - Washington is competing with all NCAA teams, not just teams from the B1G. CFP, March Madness, NCAA Volleyball tournament - these things are more important than conference games. Relevance in those tournaments are very important. By going to the B1G now - OR/WA will get more money than if they had stayed. And even at 50% - that money will be significant compared to Florida State, Clemson, Maimi (it will be more). They stay 'closer' to the other B1G schools and schools from the SEC. They most likely will improve recruiting opportunities and have a better opportunity to be relevant. And maybe most important - this most likely assures their place at the table long term. They will be full share after several years - and this will put them on an even footing with the top programs in the country. They are now in way better position for a next big realignment. Then you have - Washington's current athletic budget - debt service will increase from $9.8M per year to $17.7M per year in 2026 due to the resumption of principal payments on ICA loans. The Washington athletic department was facing a money crisis in a couple years that could have been disaster with where the PAC was going. |
|
|
|
Post by mikegarrison on Aug 5, 2023 7:36:59 GMT -5
Washington is competing with all NCAA teams, not just teams from the B1G. CFP, March Madness, NCAA Volleyball tournament - these things are more important than conference games. More important to you. But you are not the final arbiter of importance to everybody else. |
|
bluepenquin
Hall of Fame
4-Time VolleyTalk Poster of the Year (2019, 2018, 2017, 2016), All-VolleyTalk 1st Team (2021, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016) All-VolleyTalk 2nd Team 2023
Posts: 13,346
|
Post by bluepenquin on Aug 5, 2023 7:41:37 GMT -5
Washington is competing with all NCAA teams, not just teams from the B1G. CFP, March Madness, NCAA Volleyball tournament - these things are more important than conference games. More important to you. But you are not the final arbiter of importance to everybody else. This is possible - I think it is a curious question for fans, coaches/athletic departments/players. I have always hated the reference used in volleyball that calls conference matches the regular season and non-conference the preseason. Also - if you are among the best programs - would you rather win the conference championship or the NCAA tournament? If your program isn't all that good (in a sport) - then it is pretty much all about the specific rivalries. |
|
