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And why is that? He sure seems to be the front-runner.

So did anyone happen to see last night's contest at Provost Umphrey? There was like...eh.... all 12 of us there. Seriously maybe LSU@Texas had something to do with the low turnout but there's too much apathy when it comes to Lamar football. It certainly wasn't a clean game - penalties, turnovers, etc.... At least Lamar got the victory as we prepare for the slaughter @A&M this week. I just hope we stay healthy and keep it somewhat competitive.

I say 4-5 wins would be considered successful. They still have a pretty young team this year, and the Southland is very competitive. Next year we need to have a winning season and hopefully contend for a playoff berth.

That's bullshit and simply untrue.  I'm about to get an MBA and yet, I qualify for food stamps.  Our economy sucks, and Obama may go down as the worst president in U.S. history.  He promised college graduates jobs in his bid for the presidency, but he lied and our country is becoming one of socialism and maybe even communism, in the near future.

[quote name="WOSgrad" post="783260" timestamp="1269785450"] One the reasons that the WO-S baseball program used to be the best was that Ronnie Anderson was there forever.  Once he left, a virtual revolving door of coaches (including Coach Thompson) left the baseball program in shambles to the point where it has seen success only recently with the revival under Coach Jesse Riojas.  Recall that Coach Thompson did have his opportunities as the head man (head football at Palestine and head baseball coach at West Orange-Stark) and from what I understand, found both experiences pretty bitter ones.  [/quote] Ronnie Anderson's retirement was not the reason for WOS' declining baseball program.  If you recall, Jerry Nichols took over and later resigned after the 1994 season, due to health issues.  Basically, he was forced out because the team was loaded with talent and yet, they finished around 15-15 or 14-15, etc.  Lots of talent but too many selfish players.  Coach Thompson took over in 1995 and the Mustangs won their own Certa-Bearden Tournament, won district, and finished 24-5.  Brenham beat them in the area round of the playoffs.  John Patterson was terrific that year, but here's the most impressive stat of all: every senior that played on the 1995 team has earned a college degree.  One I'm not real sure of, but here's the list: McDonald, Sellars, Bates,Thompson, Shugart, Fuqa, Caillier, etc.  Forgive me if I've left someone out.   Coach Thompson was forced to resign in 1998, but the talent pool, in just three years, went from great to below average. What you stated about the "virtual revolving door of coaches...." leaving the baseball program in shambles is totally inaccurate and ridiculous.  Did Sam Moore and Stephen Westbrook "leave the baseball program in shambles?" No.  

How about Billy Gillispie?  No, seriously, I'm not joking.  If he ever intends to coach again at a major school, he needs to revive his career.  Hopefully he has gotten his life in order, and I think Lamar would be a fresh start.

Sounds like you've gotten things misconstrued and misinterpreted.  FCU did not "give" your money away.  Corporate sponsorships and donations such as these will be mutually beneficial to both Lamar University and FCU members in the long run.

Guys/Gals, I willl  be done with my MBA in May and was looking for an entry-level wolunteer coaching position in the Golden Triangle Area.  Maybe even in Housoton or Galveston.  My resume isn't spetacular ,but one good thing is my passion for indooor football and this will help our area tremenously if it happens. Rob Butler

[quote name="TexasTerror" post="742673" timestamp="1263318717"] Where's the release from the school regarding the $150k donation? Is it on the Lamar.edu web site? Because I do not see it on LamarCardinals.com. Either way, it is not on the LamarCardinals.com web site. Again, more opportunities wasted in promoting the program. I'm really surprised that the university continues to misstep when it comes these marketing and promotion opportunities. From an outsider's perspective, Lamar is really botching the marketing and PR behind the football effort. Bearkat41 and I were discussing this on KatFans.com. [/quote] I agree.  Lamar University does not have the financial resources to compare with UTSA, Georgia St., South Alabama, etc.  But the marketing and promotions aspect of startup Division I programs is vitally important, and we've failed thus far in that area. 

The athletic department should employ more academic advisors. Granted Lamar doesn't have the budget to hire an army of em', but with football starting there is definitely a need. It wouldn't necessarily be full-time, either, but sufficient enough to monitor student-athletes' academic progress.

What happened to the LU men's basketball team this year? We started 10-4, and now we're sitting at home instead of going to Katy.

That sounds accurate, but Fran's "better job" is with ESPN, in all likelihood. Brad Franchione will be a Division I head coach soon. Fran would have done a fine job down here, too.

Can you validate this Franchione sighting? It's a moot point, but does anyone recall the Beaumont Enterprise mentioning Fran or Coker? I can't recall, but the given list of applicants may have not been entirely accurate, either. What do you think?

Was Coker even interviewed by Lamar? Or Dennis Franchione? I highly doubt that anyone can validate it.

What does it take nowadays to break into the coaching ranks? Lets say you're 28-30 years old, hold a four-year degree, and love the game of fooball. Only problem, though, is that you weren't very good at either football or baseball in highschool Do you apply for an eleemntary job and work your way up?

One has to wonder about the job security of the LU coaching staff. Starting 10-4 was expected. But after this debacle, someone's approval rating will fall significantly.

One would think that they would release a detailed feasibility study on the costs, infrastructure, budget, etc. UTSA has one, and every other startup football program does too.

That's a little over $7 million more a year this guy's talking about. How does this apply to Lamar, especially since we don't have football yet? Here's how I think Lamar's budget will grow from the current $6.5 million to over $12 million in 2 or 3 years before they go FBS: 1. Lamar will raise student fees which will bring in an extra $2 million a year. 2. Boosters will give more money to Lamar because of football. I say $500,000 more a year. 3. Season ticket sales should bring in at least $500,000 a year. I think LU basketball ticket sales are normally over $200,000 or $300,000 a year so football should double that. 4. The new suites at the stadium will bring in $100,000 (just a wild guess). 5. Increase sponsorships and more merchandise sales could bring Lamar $200,000 more a year. 6. One money game a year will bring maybe $200,000. Add these up and Lamar's athletic budget is now at around $10 million a year at the FCS level. Now let's say they join a FBS conference. They'll need to increase their budget even more. They won't be able to add another $7 million that easily, but with increased enrollment, higher paying "guarantee" games, better attendance, etc., they can probably get their budget to the $14 million level. That's still low for FBS schools, but not unreasonable. [Hidden Content] I'm seriously thinking about this for a thesis. Thanks for the web page.

Is hell really a bad word? I mean, sportswriters and commentators use it all the time. But on this board it's considered "bad word." The f-bomb is inappropriate, along with GD, but it's pretty wimpy to change hell to heck. Lets liven things up a little.

Hell no. The expected win total should be 4 - minimum.

If SHSU isn't ready for FBS, Lamar isn't, either. This is kind of a moot point but an interesting topic. There is no link bretween the schools. Lamar is ready when it is ready. Sam is ready when it is ready. I never insinuated that there was a link. The two schools are very similar since they're both 80 miles from Houston. (close to 80)

If SHSU isn't ready for FBS, Lamar isn't, either. This is kind of a moot point but an interesting topic.

But would UNT, ArkSt, ULM, ULL, and LaTech leave their conferences? It may or may not be economically feasible.

This may have been discussed but, assuming Lamar would join the FBS in the next few years, and UTSA's intentions, what are the chances of a new FBS conference made up of teams from our region? Texas State, UTSA, Sam Houston State , Lamar, et al'. There will definitely be some changes regardless of what other schools decide to do.

Sounds like Lamar is a consolation prize. Go play somewhere else if that's your attitude.