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Post by genisvel on Jun 27, 2023 7:46:14 GMT -5
The Grand Rapids Griffins have a long- standing love affair with flickr that I don't truely understand but greatly appreciate. Looks like they are passing that affair on to the Rise. www.flickr.com/photos/198386509@N03/albums/
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Post by lucinda40 on Jun 27, 2023 13:26:59 GMT -5
Any more news on the 7th franchise? I believe there was mention of Indianapolis some time ago, but seeing nothing.
I think Dallas would be great, but was anyone disappointed in the amount of fans who showed up throughout Athletes Unlimited for 2022? I'm rewatching and falling in love with it again (because I can't wait for Betty DLC and Natalia to play in Omaha!) And there was such fun talent there. I could be underestimating the numbers, but it didn't seem like a lot. Maybe a team/brand/identity hits differently.
Speaking of brand/identity, I can't wait to find out what these teams will be called. Hoping for something good.
I signed up for early access to tickets in Omaha a while ago and was contacted last week about what I was wanting to do. I tried to get info on the arena, but they said they're still finalizing deals of course. Better be CHI, because nothing else is good enough and I can't imagine us playing at the Mid America Center in Council Bluffs Ia for the Omaha, NE team.
I impatiently waiting lol, I want more.
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Post by huskerjen on Jun 27, 2023 13:32:38 GMT -5
I signed up for early access to tickets in Omaha a while ago and was contacted last week about what I was wanting to do. I tried to get info on the arena, but they said they're still finalizing deals of course. Better be CHI, because nothing else is good enough and I can't imagine us playing at the Mid America Center in Council Bluffs Ia for the Omaha, NE team. I impatiently waiting lol, I want more. That's not necessarily true. Depending on how much early interest there is for tickets, there are other appropriate arenas. I don't have a good feel for what the average attendance will be, but if it's under 8k, which it will likely be, then Baxter Arena would be a better choice. You want a more intimate setting for the optics and volume.
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Post by avid 2.0 on Jun 27, 2023 13:38:33 GMT -5
I signed up for early access to tickets in Omaha a while ago and was contacted last week about what I was wanting to do. I tried to get info on the arena, but they said they're still finalizing deals of course. Better be CHI, because nothing else is good enough and I can't imagine us playing at the Mid America Center in Council Bluffs Ia for the Omaha, NE team. I impatiently waiting lol, I want more. That's not necessarily true. Depending on how much early interest there is for tickets, there are other appropriate arenas. I don't have a good feel for what the average attendance will be, but if it's under 8k, which it will likely be, then Baxter Arena would be a better choice. You want a more intimate setting for the optics and volume. Baxter makes sense because of the size (And it's close to where their facilities will be at at College of St Mary) but can they make Baxter look good for volleyball on tv? the stands are just so far away from everything... (from the UNO matches I've watched)
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Post by huskerjen on Jun 27, 2023 13:43:58 GMT -5
That's not necessarily true. Depending on how much early interest there is for tickets, there are other appropriate arenas. I don't have a good feel for what the average attendance will be, but if it's under 8k, which it will likely be, then Baxter Arena would be a better choice. You want a more intimate setting for the optics and volume. Baxter makes sense because of the size (And it's close to where their facilities will be at at College of St Mary) but can they make Baxter look good for volleyball on tv? the stands are just so far away from everything... (from the UNO matches I've watched) They would need to reconfigure the seating a little bit, maybe? Not sure. It was just a thought. I agree with you though. It's close to College of St. Mary and the Aksarben area is nice for fans in terms of food and drink for pre/post match.
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Post by swatson91 on Jun 27, 2023 13:44:32 GMT -5
Any idea where the San Diego team will be playing?
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Post by lucinda40 on Jun 27, 2023 13:44:33 GMT -5
That's not necessarily true. Depending on how much early interest there is for tickets, there are other appropriate arenas. I don't have a good feel for what the average attendance will be, but if it's under 8k, which it will likely be, then Baxter Arena would be a better choice. You want a more intimate setting for the optics and volume. Baxter makes sense because of the size (And it's close to where their facilities will be at at College of St Mary) but can they make Baxter look good for volleyball on tv? the stands are just so far away from everything... (from the UNO matches I've watched)
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Post by lucinda40 on Jun 27, 2023 13:54:15 GMT -5
Baxter makes sense because of the size (And it's close to where their facilities will be at at College of St Mary) but can they make Baxter look good for volleyball on tv? the stands are just so far away from everything... (from the UNO matches I've watched) I live really close to Baxter so that'd be easy for me. I haven't been there for any events outside of Pride, so I don't really know what it feels like. I'll have to watch a UNO match to see. I was just hoping for a more premier space to also grow into, but doesn't mean it couldn't be moved later if demand calls for it. I have a feeling demand is going to be really high here though. Also, I feel like the apartments they have slated have to be these Broadmoors in Aksarben. It's a good area to stay in and like you said, St Marys is walking or biking distance right over there.
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Post by genisvel on Jun 27, 2023 15:22:14 GMT -5
Any more news on the 7th franchise? I believe there was mention of Indianapolis some time ago, but seeing nothing. I think Dallas would be great, but was anyone disappointed in the amount of fans who showed up throughout Athletes Unlimited for 2022? I'm rewatching and falling in love with it again (because I can't wait for Betty DLC and Natalia to play in Omaha!) And there was such fun talent there. I could be underestimating the numbers, but it didn't seem like a lot. Maybe a team/brand/identity hits differently. Speaking of brand/identity, I can't wait to find out what these teams will be called. Hoping for something good. I signed up for early access to tickets in Omaha a while ago and was contacted last week about what I was wanting to do. I tried to get info on the arena, but they said they're still finalizing deals of course. Better be CHI, because nothing else is good enough and I can't imagine us playing at the Mid America Center in Council Bluffs Ia for the Omaha, NE team. I impatiently waiting lol, I want more. The rumors I've heard and the chances I, personally, give them of them happening: Dallas/Huston/Austin: 45% With the league headquartered in Dallas and with several facilities in each of these markets you have to figure that even with all of the apparent troubles they are having, this is the most likely 7th team Las Vegas: 40% With the success of the Aces and the Golden Knights and the city attracting other major leagues, plus the sheer number of arenas in the area, I almost want to make Nev more likely than Texas Arizona: 10% Sooo many empty arenas where they thought the could make the Coyotes work. I feel volleyball could succeed where hockey failed. It's lower on my list because the constant struggles the NHL owners had with local municipalities might have put a stink on the market for pro sports in general. Indiana: 2% Everything I've heard says the ownership group has pulled out. I've heard due to infighting, buisness model, or both. One report I got was that they were going to wait and see. All of it I'm taking with a grain of salt. Wouldn't be surprised if this market is announced for next year. The other 3% is that they call it at 6 teams for year one and when they announce the TV deal they announce 4 new markets for 2025 (Not sure if it's Vegas AND Arizona or a different market entirely)
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Post by avid 2.0 on Jun 27, 2023 19:32:15 GMT -5
Orlando should find a way to get Jacque on board.
Someone get Nootsara too.
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Post by genisvel on Jun 27, 2023 21:05:31 GMT -5
Ugh. I guess this guy's not posting the rest of the interview until he gets the first part 100 ❤️'s
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Post by volleyguy on Jun 27, 2023 21:14:57 GMT -5
Ugh. I guess this guy's not posting the rest of the interview until he gets the first part 100 ❤️'s Are you expecting more about PVF? I think he covered it and moved on.
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Post by genisvel on Jun 27, 2023 21:18:09 GMT -5
Ugh. I guess this guy's not posting the rest of the interview until he gets the first part 100 ❤️'s Are you expecting more about PVF? I think he covered it and moved on. Nah. But I like to know about the players on my Rise team. When it comes to niche sports where there's little coverage I'll take anything I can get. Especially when it comes to my local team.
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Post by winesalot on Jun 27, 2023 21:28:41 GMT -5
Ugh. I guess this guy's not posting the rest of the interview until he gets the first part 100 ❤️'s Hope this link works. She's always been one of my faves
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Post by genisvel on Jun 27, 2023 21:35:33 GMT -5
WTF. Amy Pauly just posted on a Insta Story "We got two good ones" but she's referring to USC, not Orlando. Plplplplpl.
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