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Originally posted by Split-N View PostYup, I heard that. Not sure if its enough to cover the Title IX issues so we'll have to see what, if anything comes of it. But it makes sense on so many levels since Pittsburgh is now one helluva hockey town. If it does happen, I'm guessing the B1G will extend one of its "hockey only" associate memberships.Michigan State University Spartan Hockey66 - 86 - 0759 - 66 - 67 - 84 - 86 - 87 - 89 - 92 - 99 - 01 - 0759 - 66 - 67 - 82 - 83 - 84 - 85 - 86 - 87 - 88 - 89 - 90 - 92 - 94 - 95 - 96 - 97 - 98 - 99 - 00 - 01 - 02 - 04 - 06 - 07 - 08 - 12
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Originally posted by Sterling Cooper View PostSame deal with UNLV. That's one of the most money losing ADs in the country. Where are they going to come up with the money to fund men's and women's hockey?a legend and an out of work bum look a lot alike, daddy.
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Originally posted by Split-N View PostSyracuse supposedly has had offers to fund a D1 men's hockey program going back to at least the 1960's, long before Title IX was even thought of. Rumor had it that offers were squelched by entrenched basketball interests that didn't want any in-season revenue-producing competition. Too bad. The Syracuse area has long been a hotbed of hockey interest and a D1 program would certainly have enjoyed wide support.
Title IX obstacles notwithstanding, Syracuse would be a good fit as a 12th team for Hockey East. Yes, it's outside of New England but not by much.
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Originally posted by FlagDUDE08 View PostThis area isn't as much of a hockey hotbed as you'd think, although we do like the Crunch. Even if SU were to pursue it (and I highly doubt they will), they'd need a new facility. Tennity's too small, and the War Memorial is already double booked with AHL and indoor soccer. And I highly doubt they'll put temporary ice in at the dome on a regular basis.2016-2017 ECAC West Pick 'em Champion
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Originally posted by FlagDUDE08 View PostThis area isn't as much of a hockey hotbed as you'd think, although we do like the Crunch...."Through the years, we ever will acclaim........"
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Related: City leaders in Champaign are talking with developers about merging a project for expanding the Illinois terminal and building a new hotel and now adding a new 5,000 seat hockey arena as part of the Northern Downtown Project
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I wonder how much money it would cost the school?Slap Shot - 444 might want to consider a restraining order.
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Illini announce $300 million campaign for athletics
http://www.pantagraph.com/sports/col...a4a1ab335.html
Not the main focus but a worthwhile excerpt:
Whitman (Athletic Director) also said the school continues to explore the feasibility of adding intercollegiate men’s hockey, but that the $300 million being raised as part of the “With Illinois” project would not cover that expense.
“We’re working with consultants and anxious to see how that works out,” Whitman said. “If we can bring hockey across the finish line that would be above and beyond; we see it as a tremendous opportunity to get a hockey program and to transform our community.”
Sources have said the university is looking at a three-rink facility with one rink designated for community use, another as a practice rink and a third as part of a 5,000-seat arena for competition.
Although the university has received encouragement from the National Hockey League and the Chicago Blackhawks, funding for the hockey facility and program would be essential and remains unresolved.
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Originally posted by slowe View Post...the $300 million being raised as part of the “With Illinois” project would not cover that [varsity hockey] expense...funding for the hockey facility and program would be essential and remains unresolved.
Guess those football and hoops gods are more voracious than ever and the shoe company bribes might disappear.Last edited by Split-N; 10-31-2017, 09:40 AM."Through the years, we ever will acclaim........"
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Originally posted by Split-N View PostI don't get this. They're going to raise $300M but can't budget enough to start varsity hockey at the flagship university of a state that produces significant numbers of elite players?
Originally posted by Split-N View PostIf $300M isn't enough to establish a hockey program, in addition to whatever else they want, why not just up the fund raising goal?
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It’s the off-season, and you know what that means:
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Originally posted by ExileOnDaytonStreet View PostIt’s the off-season, and you know what that means:
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