Kendall Classic, Michigan,Mercyhurst,UA_, Uaa

[UAA Seawolves Fan]

Re: Kendall Classic, Michigan,Mercyhurst,UA_, Uaa

The fights might be what try the crowds, but I could go to Thursday night at the fights or something of the sort versus paying all of the associated to fees to watch "Ballerinas on Ice". Its a joke that its even called hockey! I'll stick with the NHL for a true example of professional hockey.

[Squarebanks]

Re: Kendall Classic, Michigan,Mercyhurst,UA_, Uaa

Yup. Didn't JJ start a fight just a few seconds into the game? Such a bush league.

Yup, supposedly right away. Most of those fights are staged, anyway. They know that's what brings people into the stands. Ice Dogs are the same way...hell I think all of minor league/junior hockey is that way.

[Suze]

Re: Kendall Classic, Michigan,Mercyhurst,UA_, Uaa

Word was there was plenty of them last night, too. And honestly, I think the fights are a big reason the Aces outdraw UAA.

Yup. Didn't JJ start a fight just a few seconds into the game? Such a bush league.

[Squarebanks]

Re: Kendall Classic, Michigan,Mercyhurst,UA_, Uaa

Sure, thats the reason, or maybe they want to make more money? Concessions in the Sully keep going up is that because people are not using them or refusing to pay their prices, or do they want to make money? Econ 101 raise prices until people don't park there then lower them. They will charge whatever the market will pay, I don't pay, and I will never be a booster, but it's nice that you can afford to be one.

I usually park at that church on 15th and Cordova and walk down. My boss always parks at the Crazy Horse and plays Frogger across Gambell Street. $6 for uncovered parking at that arena is a rip.

[Squarebanks]

Re: Kendall Classic, Michigan,Mercyhurst,UA_, Uaa

That’s why I have come to the conclusion most of them show up for “Beer & a Fight”

Word was there was plenty of them last night, too. And honestly, I think the fights are a big reason the Aces outdraw UAA.

[Alaska Hockey]

Re: Kendall Classic, Michigan,Mercyhurst,UA_, Uaa

I believe so, but we are boosters and get free parking so I can't be positive about that.

Nice article in todays ADN about Bryce and Jonnie O.

http://www.adn.com/3530/story/965492.html

Sad to see that the Aces exhibition game made the front page, while UAA's was hidden in the sports section.

your "free parking" is included in your booster fee............................. nothing is free if you work for a living

[Alaska Hockey]

Re: Kendall Classic, Michigan,Mercyhurst,UA_, Uaa

after working for that squad last year in their promotions department and having to mingle with their fans, i can tell you that 90% of Aces fans don't know squat about college hockey, or that UAA was around before they were.

That’s why I have come to the conclusion most of them show up for “Beer & a Fight”

[seawolfpunk]

Re: Kendall Classic, Michigan,Mercyhurst,UA_, Uaa

after working for that squad last year in their promotions department and having to mingle with their fans, i can tell you that 90% of Aces fans don't know squat about college hockey, or that UAA was around before they were.

[UAA Seawolves Fan]

Re: Kendall Classic, Michigan,Mercyhurst,UA_, Uaa

we're here and I am excited. I can't wait for hockey (but will have to).

My friend sat next to one of the refs on the flight. I sat next to an Aces fan who thanked me for a Michigan State player...I explained that Michigan and Michigan State are different schools. *sigh*

Welcome to the Last Frontier! Hope you enjoy your time here. Weather isn;t exactly the best but its traditional October weather. UAA/UAF fans actually get quite a bit of the same confusion. It seems that a good number of college hockey fans dont realize that there are 2 college hockey teams in the state

[wolverineTrumpet]

Re: Kendall Classic, Michigan,Mercyhurst,UA_, Uaa

we're here and I am excited. I can't wait for hockey (but will have to).

My friend sat next to one of the refs on the flight. I sat next to an Aces fan who thanked me for a Michigan State player...I explained that Michigan and Michigan State are different schools. *sigh*

[Suze]

Re: Kendall Classic, Michigan,Mercyhurst,UA_, Uaa

Sure, thats the reason, or maybe they want to make more money? Concessions in the Sully keep going up is that because people are not using them or refusing to pay their prices, or do they want to make money? Econ 101 raise prices until people don't park there then lower them. They will charge whatever the market will pay, I don't pay, and I will never be a booster, but it's nice that you can afford to be one.

Just saying it's dishonest. If you can live with that and justify it go for it, but don't tell others to do the same.

[birdman]

Re: Kendall Classic, Michigan,Mercyhurst,UA_, Uaa

People doing that is probably why they are charging more.

Sure, thats the reason, or maybe they want to make more money? Concessions in the Sully keep going up is that because people are not using them or refusing to pay their prices, or do they want to make money? Econ 101 raise prices until people don't park there then lower them. They will charge whatever the market will pay, I don't pay, and I will never be a booster, but it's nice that you can afford to be one.

[Suze]

Re: Kendall Classic, Michigan,Mercyhurst,UA_, Uaa

Just tell them you're going to the football game, they will not charge you.

People doing that is probably why they are charging more.

[birdman]

Re: Kendall Classic, Michigan,Mercyhurst,UA_, Uaa

Well I posted my predictions on the Nooks season thread, and didn't get much discussion. So I'll repost it here, to see what people think.

Quick stab at predictions for the upcoming weekend in A-town.

Oct. 9
Michigan vs. Alaska Fairbanks
I'm going with Michigan 4-1. I love the nooks, but think UMich is going to be too big, too fast, and to skilled for us. If anything maybe a closer score, but I don't think we will pull this off. I'm hoping for a different outcome than what my prediction is.

Mercyhurst vs. UAA
I'm going with UAA 5-2 in this one. The Lakers played the Seawolves tough at the CC last year (6-4), but this game is at the Sully, and well the Lakers aren't going to win. I will say that I think the game will be close until about the half way point, at which time UAA will step on the accelerator. They will score a special team goal, and open it up.

Oct. 10
Mercyhurst vs. Alaska Fairbanks
I'm going with the Nooks 4-1. This game will cap off another tough trip to the Last Frontier for the Lakers. After this game, I'm guessing they'll think twice, before making the long trip north again. The Lakers struggled with our speed last year, and we took it to them pretty good (5-0). Unless they added a few new speedy players, they again will struggle with our speed.

Michigan vs. UAA
This one is an interesting matchup in my opinion. I'm going with UMICH 3-2. I think the Seawolves can bang with the Wolverines. Actually they are probably the only team in the tourney that can. I also think the Seawolves will play tough in front of their home crowd. The only difference in this game is going to be UMich's speed and skill. UMich is lightening fast, and can bury the puck with their eyes closed. The Seawolves are going to need outstanding goal tending, and if they get it, the score will be tight.

I agree but think UAA/Mercyhurst could be closer. UAA may be looking past them to Michigan, they were down to Mercyhurst in FBX by a couple of goals if I remember right.

[birdman]

Re: Kendall Classic, Michigan,Mercyhurst,UA_, Uaa

Just tell them you're going to the football game, they will not charge you.