Hypothetical....Would you? Game at home 7% or ???

[McLeansvilleAppFan]

I would not be opposed IF, and this would not happen, but if the gate was considered our money and we could be guaranteed enough gate to offset the cost of the game and that could help our athletic budget. GaSt would not agree to that and I am not even sure if there would be enough fans to offset the expense after paying for the basic expenses so GaSt would at least break even themselves plus our travel expenses. If the crowd was that big then GaSt is going to want to keep that gate though if they could break even plus $1000 they are better off than coming to Boone. It could be done in a manner than both schools benefit financially but that would require a certain paid attendance and that is not guaranteed. I would be curious to know what those attendance numbers would need to be.

I would like to think our AD would consider this and have a discussion to see what could be done. If those conversations lasted no more than an minute or two then I would be satisfied that the the AD office was thinking outside the box and looking at alternatives and moving on. And if they developed into something that was a plus for App State then all the better.

I am still not sure I would give up a home game even under positive economic conditions, but I would not be upset if the AD office explored options such as this and other options as well.

[moonshine]

Completely opposed. Matter of fact, I don't want App to play in Atlanta again until Cobb gets rid of that damn train horn.

Now if they were to 86 the train horn, I'd be much more open to App "hosting" a home game in ATL.

[BambooRdApp]

Home field advantage is more than just fans. It's familiarity with routine, the surroundings, 3,333, the weather and the field, itself. Hard pass.

Agreed. Huntington was not a good away destination. Rather not give the team that plays in a former baseball stadium any advantage

Please explain in regards to Huntington?

It was an away game and we lost..
Maybe it would or maybe it would not, it just seems like teams find a way at home...more comfortable, intangibles, etc. Marshall game was not a blowout even with how terrible we played. Maybe being at home would have made a little bit of difference. I realize different sports and different level, playing high school basketball and baseball, being at home made a difference. High school baseball is not a high fan supported event, however, night and day compared to road games. Maybe it is just familiarity with surroundings.

[AppinVA]

Home field advantage is more than just fans. It's familiarity with routine, the surroundings, 3,333, the weather and the field, itself. Hard pass.

Agreed. Huntington was not a good away destination. Rather not give the team that plays in a former baseball stadium any advantage

Please explain in regards to Huntington?

It was an away game and we lost..
Maybe it would or maybe it would not, it just seems like teams find a way at home...more comfortable, intangibles, etc. Marshall game was not a blowout even with how terrible we played. Maybe being at home would have made a little bit of difference. I realize different sports and different level, playing high school basketball and baseball, being at home made a difference. High school baseball is not a high fan supported event, however, night and day compared to road games. Maybe it is just familiarity with surroundings.

Plus our athletes get to play in only 24 regular season home games over a four year career. They’re precious for more reasons than our enjoyment as fans — though fan involvement does play a big role.

[McLeansvilleAppFan]

Home field advantage is more than just fans. It's familiarity with routine, the surroundings, 3,333, the weather and the field, itself. Hard pass.

Agreed. Huntington was not a good away destination. Rather not give the team that plays in a former baseball stadium any advantage

Please explain in regards to Huntington?

It was an away game and we lost..
Maybe it would or maybe it would not, it just seems like teams find a way at home...more comfortable, intangibles, etc. Marshall game was not a blowout even with how terrible we played. Maybe being at home would have made a little bit of difference. I realize different sports and different level, playing high school basketball and baseball, being at home made a difference. High school baseball is not a high fan supported event, however, night and day compared to road games. Maybe it is just familiarity with surroundings.

Never underestimate a good night's sleep in one's own bed

[spacemonkey]

I would not be opposed IF, and this would not happen, but if the gate was considered our money and we could be guaranteed enough gate to offset the cost of the game and that could help our athletic budget. GaSt would not agree to that and I am not even sure if there would be enough fans to offset the expense after paying for the basic expenses so GaSt would at least break even themselves plus our travel expenses. If the crowd was that big then GaSt is going to want to keep that gate though if they could break even plus $1000 they are better off than coming to Boone. It could be done in a manner than both schools benefit financially but that would require a certain paid attendance and that is not guaranteed. I would be curious to know what those attendance numbers would need to be.

I would like to think our AD would consider this and have a discussion to see what could be done. If those conversations lasted no more than an minute or two then I would be satisfied that the the AD office was thinking outside the box and looking at alternatives and moving on. And if they developed into something that was a plus for App State then all the better.

I am still not sure I would give up a home game even under positive economic conditions, but I would not be upset if the AD office explored options such as this and other options as well.

In my hypothetical...I should have stated "And WE KEEP ALL GATE MONEY" after we pay for the cost of running the stadium. I think it would be one of our largest crowds. ALSO, We get to sell all tickets first to App Fans.

[McLeansvilleAppFan]

I would not be opposed IF, and this would not happen, but if the gate was considered our money and we could be guaranteed enough gate to offset the cost of the game and that could help our athletic budget. GaSt would not agree to that and I am not even sure if there would be enough fans to offset the expense after paying for the basic expenses so GaSt would at least break even themselves plus our travel expenses. If the crowd was that big then GaSt is going to want to keep that gate though if they could break even plus $1000 they are better off than coming to Boone. It could be done in a manner than both schools benefit financially but that would require a certain paid attendance and that is not guaranteed. I would be curious to know what those attendance numbers would need to be.

I would like to think our AD would consider this and have a discussion to see what could be done. If those conversations lasted no more than an minute or two then I would be satisfied that the the AD office was thinking outside the box and looking at alternatives and moving on. And if they developed into something that was a plus for App State then all the better.

I am still not sure I would give up a home game even under positive economic conditions, but I would not be upset if the AD office explored options such as this and other options as well.

In my hypothetical...I should have stated "And WE KEEP ALL GATE MONEY" after we pay for the cost of running the stadium. I think it would be one of our largest crowds. ALSO, We get to sell all tickets first to App Fans.

What is the capacity of the stadium with restrictions? What could that bring in for the gate?

[GreatAppSt]

Nope

[WASU 93]

I would not be opposed IF, and this would not happen, but if the gate was considered our money and we could be guaranteed enough gate to offset the cost of the game and that could help our athletic budget. GaSt would not agree to that and I am not even sure if there would be enough fans to offset the expense after paying for the basic expenses so GaSt would at least break even themselves plus our travel expenses. If the crowd was that big then GaSt is going to want to keep that gate though if they could break even plus $1000 they are better off than coming to Boone. It could be done in a manner than both schools benefit financially but that would require a certain paid attendance and that is not guaranteed. I would be curious to know what those attendance numbers would need to be.

I would like to think our AD would consider this and have a discussion to see what could be done. If those conversations lasted no more than an minute or two then I would be satisfied that the the AD office was thinking outside the box and looking at alternatives and moving on. And if they developed into something that was a plus for App State then all the better.

I am still not sure I would give up a home game even under positive economic conditions, but I would not be upset if the AD office explored options such as this and other options as well.

In my hypothetical...I should have stated "And WE KEEP ALL GATE MONEY" after we pay for the cost of running the stadium. I think it would be one of our largest crowds. ALSO, We get to sell all tickets first to App Fans.

What is the capacity of the stadium with restrictions? What could that bring in for the gate?

It's listed at 22,000. It appears that the State of Georgia is allowing 20-25% capacity. However, it the banners were removable from the upper deck, I am sure that the capacity would be 50K (assuming the stadium seats are still bolted down)

[McLeansvilleAppFan]

I would not be opposed IF, and this would not happen, but if the gate was considered our money and we could be guaranteed enough gate to offset the cost of the game and that could help our athletic budget. GaSt would not agree to that and I am not even sure if there would be enough fans to offset the expense after paying for the basic expenses so GaSt would at least break even themselves plus our travel expenses. If the crowd was that big then GaSt is going to want to keep that gate though if they could break even plus $1000 they are better off than coming to Boone. It could be done in a manner than both schools benefit financially but that would require a certain paid attendance and that is not guaranteed. I would be curious to know what those attendance numbers would need to be.

I would like to think our AD would consider this and have a discussion to see what could be done. If those conversations lasted no more than an minute or two then I would be satisfied that the the AD office was thinking outside the box and looking at alternatives and moving on. And if they developed into something that was a plus for App State then all the better.

I am still not sure I would give up a home game even under positive economic conditions, but I would not be upset if the AD office explored options such as this and other options as well.

In my hypothetical...I should have stated "And WE KEEP ALL GATE MONEY" after we pay for the cost of running the stadium. I think it would be one of our largest crowds. ALSO, We get to sell all tickets first to App Fans.

What is the capacity of the stadium with restrictions? What could that bring in for the gate?

It's listed at 22,000. It appears that the State of Georgia is allowing 20-25% capacity. However, it the banners were removable from the upper deck, I am sure that the capacity would be 50K (assuming the stadium seats are still bolted down)

I think I read that they are redoing the stadium a little at a time. I guess it was three years ago I went to the game there and got some special deal and had GaSt tickets in the middle section. My daughter and I moved to the App Side after the 1st quarter. So we walked around a bit of the stadium and maybe was in an area for the VIPs Maybe not the real VIPs but more VIP than I usually get. It was nice generally, but not cleaned everywhere from the previous owner. Nothing a new coat of paint and new carpet could not take care of and a mop or two. Some of that could be done over a weekend even. I am not sure how much cleaning was done in the upper sections. Seats may be there but functional restrooms and concessions may not be in play there yet. After three years they would have had time do more of this work but they also realize that is not needed and would be wasted effort that could be used in other areas of the stadium.

I parked out near the old baseball field and did a lap around the bases. I am one out of shape mofo.

[AppinVA]

I would not be opposed IF, and this would not happen, but if the gate was considered our money and we could be guaranteed enough gate to offset the cost of the game and that could help our athletic budget. GaSt would not agree to that and I am not even sure if there would be enough fans to offset the expense after paying for the basic expenses so GaSt would at least break even themselves plus our travel expenses. If the crowd was that big then GaSt is going to want to keep that gate though if they could break even plus $1000 they are better off than coming to Boone. It could be done in a manner than both schools benefit financially but that would require a certain paid attendance and that is not guaranteed. I would be curious to know what those attendance numbers would need to be.

I would like to think our AD would consider this and have a discussion to see what could be done. If those conversations lasted no more than an minute or two then I would be satisfied that the the AD office was thinking outside the box and looking at alternatives and moving on. And if they developed into something that was a plus for App State then all the better.

I am still not sure I would give up a home game even under positive economic conditions, but I would not be upset if the AD office explored options such as this and other options as well.

In my hypothetical...I should have stated "And WE KEEP ALL GATE MONEY" after we pay for the cost of running the stadium. I think it would be one of our largest crowds. ALSO, We get to sell all tickets first to App Fans.

What is the capacity of the stadium with restrictions? What could that bring in for the gate?

It's listed at 22,000. It appears that the State of Georgia is allowing 20-25% capacity. However, it the banners were removable from the upper deck, I am sure that the capacity would be 50K (assuming the stadium seats are still bolted down)

I think I read that they are redoing the stadium a little at a time. I guess it was three years ago I went to the game there and got some special deal and had GaSt tickets in the middle section. My daughter and I moved to the App Side after the 1st quarter. So we walked around a bit of the stadium and maybe was in an area for the VIPs Maybe not the real VIPs but more VIP than I usually get. It was nice generally, but not cleaned everywhere from the previous owner. Nothing a new coat of paint and new carpet could not take care of and a mop or two. Some of that could be done over a weekend even. I am not sure how much cleaning was done in the upper sections. Seats may be there but functional restrooms and concessions may not be in play there yet. After three years they would have had time do more of this work but they also realize that is not needed and would be wasted effort that could be used in other areas of the stadium.

I parked out near the old baseball field and did a lap around the bases. I am one out of shape mofo.

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=thJ3a0T_Rug

[McLeansvilleAppFan]

In my hypothetical...I should have stated "And WE KEEP ALL GATE MONEY" after we pay for the cost of running the stadium. I think it would be one of our largest crowds. ALSO, We get to sell all tickets first to App Fans.

What is the capacity of the stadium with restrictions? What could that bring in for the gate?

It's listed at 22,000. It appears that the State of Georgia is allowing 20-25% capacity. However, it the banners were removable from the upper deck, I am sure that the capacity would be 50K (assuming the stadium seats are still bolted down)

I think I read that they are redoing the stadium a little at a time. I guess it was three years ago I went to the game there and got some special deal and had GaSt tickets in the middle section. My daughter and I moved to the App Side after the 1st quarter. So we walked around a bit of the stadium and maybe was in an area for the VIPs Maybe not the real VIPs but more VIP than I usually get. It was nice generally, but not cleaned everywhere from the previous owner. Nothing a new coat of paint and new carpet could not take care of and a mop or two. Some of that could be done over a weekend even. I am not sure how much cleaning was done in the upper sections. Seats may be there but functional restrooms and concessions may not be in play there yet. After three years they would have had time do more of this work but they also realize that is not needed and would be wasted effort that could be used in other areas of the stadium.

I parked out near the old baseball field and did a lap around the bases. I am one out of shape mofo.

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=thJ3a0T_Rug

If only I was as healthy as Homer. This cheered me up. I have had a crappy day.

[McLeansvilleAppFan]

What is the capacity of the stadium with restrictions? What could that bring in for the gate?

It's listed at 22,000. It appears that the State of Georgia is allowing 20-25% capacity. However, it the banners were removable from the upper deck, I am sure that the capacity would be 50K (assuming the stadium seats are still bolted down)

I think I read that they are redoing the stadium a little at a time. I guess it was three years ago I went to the game there and got some special deal and had GaSt tickets in the middle section. My daughter and I moved to the App Side after the 1st quarter. So we walked around a bit of the stadium and maybe was in an area for the VIPs Maybe not the real VIPs but more VIP than I usually get. It was nice generally, but not cleaned everywhere from the previous owner. Nothing a new coat of paint and new carpet could not take care of and a mop or two. Some of that could be done over a weekend even. I am not sure how much cleaning was done in the upper sections. Seats may be there but functional restrooms and concessions may not be in play there yet. After three years they would have had time do more of this work but they also realize that is not needed and would be wasted effort that could be used in other areas of the stadium.

I parked out near the old baseball field and did a lap around the bases. I am one out of shape mofo.

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=thJ3a0T_Rug

If only I was as healthy as Homer. This cheered me up. I have had a crappy day.

I just got out of a colonoscopy so the prep for that was what made yesterday a crappy day by the way.

[AppinVA]

It's listed at 22,000. It appears that the State of Georgia is allowing 20-25% capacity. However, it the banners were removable from the upper deck, I am sure that the capacity would be 50K (assuming the stadium seats are still bolted down)

I think I read that they are redoing the stadium a little at a time. I guess it was three years ago I went to the game there and got some special deal and had GaSt tickets in the middle section. My daughter and I moved to the App Side after the 1st quarter. So we walked around a bit of the stadium and maybe was in an area for the VIPs Maybe not the real VIPs but more VIP than I usually get. It was nice generally, but not cleaned everywhere from the previous owner. Nothing a new coat of paint and new carpet could not take care of and a mop or two. Some of that could be done over a weekend even. I am not sure how much cleaning was done in the upper sections. Seats may be there but functional restrooms and concessions may not be in play there yet. After three years they would have had time do more of this work but they also realize that is not needed and would be wasted effort that could be used in other areas of the stadium.

I parked out near the old baseball field and did a lap around the bases. I am one out of shape mofo.

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=thJ3a0T_Rug

If only I was as healthy as Homer. This cheered me up. I have had a crappy day.

I just got out of a colonoscopy so the prep for that was what made yesterday a crappy day by the way.

One day crappy, the next a pain in the ass.

[spacemonkey]

I would not be opposed IF, and this would not happen, but if the gate was considered our money and we could be guaranteed enough gate to offset the cost of the game and that could help our athletic budget. GaSt would not agree to that and I am not even sure if there would be enough fans to offset the expense after paying for the basic expenses so GaSt would at least break even themselves plus our travel expenses. If the crowd was that big then GaSt is going to want to keep that gate though if they could break even plus $1000 they are better off than coming to Boone. It could be done in a manner than both schools benefit financially but that would require a certain paid attendance and that is not guaranteed. I would be curious to know what those attendance numbers would need to be.



I would like to think our AD would consider this and have a discussion to see what could be done. If those conversations lasted no more than an minute or two then I would be satisfied that the the AD office was thinking outside the box and looking at alternatives and moving on. And if they developed into something that was a plus for App State then all the better.

I am still not sure I would give up a home game even under positive economic conditions, but I would not be upset if the AD office explored options such as this and other options as well.

In my hypothetical...I should have stated "And WE KEEP ALL GATE MONEY" after we pay for the cost of running the stadium. I think it would be one of our largest crowds. ALSO, We get to sell all tickets first to App Fans.

What is the capacity of the stadium with restrictions? What could that bring in for the gate?

It's listed at 22,000. It appears that the State of Georgia is allowing 20-25% capacity. However, it the banners were removable from the upper deck, I am sure that the capacity would be 50K (assuming the stadium seats are still bolted down)

Assuming 50,000 seats. 15,000 at 25%, 18000 at 30%. $50 ticket = $900,000. I would pay $50 to see App this year. I am not sure how many others would. I am sure we could use the money.

[McLeansvilleAppFan]

I would not be opposed IF, and this would not happen, but if the gate was considered our money and we could be guaranteed enough gate to offset the cost of the game and that could help our athletic budget. GaSt would not agree to that and I am not even sure if there would be enough fans to offset the expense after paying for the basic expenses so GaSt would at least break even themselves plus our travel expenses. If the crowd was that big then GaSt is going to want to keep that gate though if they could break even plus $1000 they are better off than coming to Boone. It could be done in a manner than both schools benefit financially but that would require a certain paid attendance and that is not guaranteed. I would be curious to know what those attendance numbers would need to be.



I would like to think our AD would consider this and have a discussion to see what could be done. If those conversations lasted no more than an minute or two then I would be satisfied that the the AD office was thinking outside the box and looking at alternatives and moving on. And if they developed into something that was a plus for App State then all the better.

I am still not sure I would give up a home game even under positive economic conditions, but I would not be upset if the AD office explored options such as this and other options as well.

In my hypothetical...I should have stated "And WE KEEP ALL GATE MONEY" after we pay for the cost of running the stadium. I think it would be one of our largest crowds. ALSO, We get to sell all tickets first to App Fans.

What is the capacity of the stadium with restrictions? What could that bring in for the gate?

It's listed at 22,000. It appears that the State of Georgia is allowing 20-25% capacity. However, it the banners were removable from the upper deck, I am sure that the capacity would be 50K (assuming the stadium seats are still bolted down)

Assuming 50,000 seats. 15,000 at 25%, 18000 at 30%. $50 ticket = $900,000. I would pay $50 to see App this year. I am not sure how many others would. I am sure we could use the money.

If it is listed for 22,000 tben assume 22,000. That puts the gate at $275,000 if a sellout at 25%. After expenses I doubt App could make much and if could come in at a lose if we don't sell enough tickets. This is all hypothetical just playing with numbers but it might not be worth the risk to lose money with not much to gain on the financial side.

What would it cost to bus and spend the night for the team in Atlanta pr dp they need two nights? There could be some money to make depending on the cost to operate the stadium.

[AppinVA]

I would not be opposed IF, and this would not happen, but if the gate was considered our money and we could be guaranteed enough gate to offset the cost of the game and that could help our athletic budget. GaSt would not agree to that and I am not even sure if there would be enough fans to offset the expense after paying for the basic expenses so GaSt would at least break even themselves plus our travel expenses. If the crowd was that big then GaSt is going to want to keep that gate though if they could break even plus $1000 they are better off than coming to Boone. It could be done in a manner than both schools benefit financially but that would require a certain paid attendance and that is not guaranteed. I would be curious to know what those attendance numbers would need to be.



I would like to think our AD would consider this and have a discussion to see what could be done. If those conversations lasted no more than an minute or two then I would be satisfied that the the AD office was thinking outside the box and looking at alternatives and moving on. And if they developed into something that was a plus for App State then all the better.

I am still not sure I would give up a home game even under positive economic conditions, but I would not be upset if the AD office explored options such as this and other options as well.

In my hypothetical...I should have stated "And WE KEEP ALL GATE MONEY" after we pay for the cost of running the stadium. I think it would be one of our largest crowds. ALSO, We get to sell all tickets first to App Fans.

What is the capacity of the stadium with restrictions? What could that bring in for the gate?

It's listed at 22,000. It appears that the State of Georgia is allowing 20-25% capacity. However, it the banners were removable from the upper deck, I am sure that the capacity would be 50K (assuming the stadium seats are still bolted down)

Assuming 50,000 seats. 15,000 at 25%, 18000 at 30%. $50 ticket = $900,000. I would pay $50 to see App this year. I am not sure how many others would. I am sure we could use the money.

Okay, I’ve got to ask. Have you been out in the sun too long? Your last two threads are advocating us to give a suddenly competitive opponent home field advantage, and on another you’re seemingly happy Marshall, MARSHALL!!!, is winning and may get a shot at the NY6.

Either you’ve been hacked, or you didn’t see a sign that said hard hats must be worn at the NEZ site.

I mean...I ask because I care.

[spacemonkey]

In my hypothetical...I should have stated "And WE KEEP ALL GATE MONEY" after we pay for the cost of running the stadium. I think it would be one of our largest crowds. ALSO, We get to sell all tickets first to App Fans.

What is the capacity of the stadium with restrictions? What could that bring in for the gate?

It's listed at 22,000. It appears that the State of Georgia is allowing 20-25% capacity. However, it the banners were removable from the upper deck, I am sure that the capacity would be 50K (assuming the stadium seats are still bolted down)

Assuming 50,000 seats. 15,000 at 25%, 18000 at 30%. $50 ticket = $900,000. I would pay $50 to see App this year. I am not sure how many others would. I am sure we could use the money.

Okay, I’ve got to ask. Have you been out in the sun too long? Your last two threads are advocating us to give a suddenly competitive opponent home field advantage, and on another you’re seemingly happy Marshall, MARSHALL!!!, is winning and may get a shot at the NY6.

Either you’ve been hacked, or you didn’t see a sign that said hard hats must be worn at the NEZ site.

I mean...I ask because I care.

LOL....I was surprised people were reading the other thread as me happy for Marshall. I am an App guy all the way. Just thinking through the NY6 it looks like it is Marshall’s to lose right now. My mind was wondering if Marshall will get the credit they deserve for beating a really good App State team. It is probably still the AAC”s to lose but, IF Marshall runs the table and we run the table and Marshall doesn’t get the NY6....it is a knock on quality of the win over App and the Sunbelt champion.
P.S. definitely not happy that Marshall is in the driver”s seat instead of App.

[Yosef84]

For an example of what happens when a team gives up the home field advantage, even in these oddball times, just see the results of the LSU/Missouri game yesterday. Yeah, LSU is down this year and has been overrated, but they should have beaten Missouri pretty easily. I completely get the financial side of the equation, but the financial benefit is still small given limited attendance. No way you give up home field.

For the record, LSU probably did what they had to do, but they weren't making a financial decision. They were dealing with a natural disaster scenario. To my point, I still don't think they would have played at Missouri if they thought it would have cost them the game. They would have looked for rescheduling options.

[AppinVA]

What is the capacity of the stadium with restrictions? What could that bring in for the gate?

It's listed at 22,000. It appears that the State of Georgia is allowing 20-25% capacity. However, it the banners were removable from the upper deck, I am sure that the capacity would be 50K (assuming the stadium seats are still bolted down)

Assuming 50,000 seats. 15,000 at 25%, 18000 at 30%. $50 ticket = $900,000. I would pay $50 to see App this year. I am not sure how many others would. I am sure we could use the money.

Okay, I’ve got to ask. Have you been out in the sun too long? Your last two threads are advocating us to give a suddenly competitive opponent home field advantage, and on another you’re seemingly happy Marshall, MARSHALL!!!, is winning and may get a shot at the NY6.

Either you’ve been hacked, or you didn’t see a sign that said hard hats must be worn at the NEZ site.

I mean...I ask because I care.

LOL....I was surprised people were reading the other thread as me happy for Marshall. I am an App guy all the way. Just thinking through the NY6 it looks like it is Marshall’s to lose right now. My mind was wondering if Marshall will get the credit they deserve for beating a really good App State team. It is probably still the AAC”s to lose but, IF Marshall runs the table and we run the table and Marshall doesn’t get the NY6....it is a knock on quality of the win over App and the Sunbelt champion.
P.S. definitely not happy that Marshall is in the driver”s seat instead of App.

Hahaha. I’m glad you took this in the humor in which it was intended.