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MplsBison
05-26-2006, 12:31 AM
http://img232.imageshack.us/img232/9194/pool5rb.png

I think they should add seating to the pool area.

You never know. We may need to add women's swiming as a varsity sport to be able to go DI-A in the future. I think 300 seats would be enough. I could see 300 people going to watch a NDSU/SDSU meet.

kchats
05-26-2006, 03:49 AM
They probably have portable bleachers for that. NDSU had men's and women's swimming when I attended, the program was cut while I was there.

Gamehunter
05-26-2006, 05:00 AM
actually, there is a reasonable chance swimming make come back to 'SU. There is currently a "club" swim team that started up last year and they are trying to reach for bigger things. If the right opportunity comes along with necessary funding it may happen.

MplsBison
05-26-2006, 10:33 AM
But wouldn't it be cheaper to add the seats now versus later if they're already redoing the BSA?

A little foresight might help.

rabidrabbit
05-26-2006, 12:11 PM
actually, there is a reasonable chance swimming make come back to 'SU. *There is currently a "club" swim team that started up last year and they are trying to reach for bigger things. *If the right opportunity comes along with necessary funding it may happen.

I hope it does. NDSU's pool was a really decent pool. Much nicer than the dungeon @ USD, and very similar to SDSU's which I enjoyed for 4 years. I believe UND's pool was replaced. UNO's was GREAT. (Sorry on a NCC swimming reminscience)

It can be an inexpensive sport other than the travel. As Coach Erickson knows at SDSU, it's tough to be great on a low budget. But if funded well, Upper midwest teams can do very well, ala UND or SW Mn ST (during 70's at least)

mikelsch
05-26-2006, 03:53 PM
I think women's tennis and/or equestrian would be added before swimming. Right now NDSU sponsors 16 sports (8 being women's), which is the DI-A minimum. Sports wouldn't be added unless there is a move to I-A (to balance Title IX), or if a conference required it for membership (ala Big Sky with tennis).

IowaBisonToo
05-26-2006, 06:55 PM
I swam in high school and college. *The number of people that came to our meets (except for regionals in high school) would probably fit into 300 seats -- that is, total number for the whole season!!! *:o :P *It's not what you would call a spectator sport. *Girlfriends/boyfriends and family was it. *Unless you can get the Goldstar marching band to drop in once in a while. *That happened in high school. *We were laughing so damn hard I'm surprised we could finish the meet. *;D

I think somebody is right, too. *There are plenty of bleachers there to cover the number of spectators that would show up. *The only time you'd need more would be if you were to hold some sort of post-season meet and that's not going to happen with the type of pool NDSU has. *If the school is serious about swimming, (I can't believe I'm going to say this *:-[) they should take a look at UNDs set-up. *Now that is a nice pool for the size of school.

mikelsch
06-04-2006, 10:19 PM
4 architectual bids presented this past week - selection is on Tuesday, June 6

kchats
06-05-2006, 01:02 AM
You mean 6/6/06? Strange day to pick huh?

TheBisonator
06-05-2006, 04:25 AM
You mean 6/6/06? *Strange day to pick huh?

They picked it because we want to put an evil curse on all opposing teams who enter. ;D

buffalobilljr
06-05-2006, 10:25 AM
I swam in high school and college. *The number of people that came to our meets (except for regionals in high school) would probably fit into 300 seats -- that is, total number for the whole season!!! *:o :P *It's not what you would call a spectator sport. *Girlfriends/boyfriends and family was it. *Unless you can get the Goldstar marching band to drop in once in a while. *That happened in high school. *We were laughing so damn hard I'm surprised we could finish the meet. *;D

I think somebody is right, too. *There are plenty of bleachers there to cover the number of spectators that would show up. *The only time you'd need more would be if you were to hold some sort of post-season meet and that's not going to happen with the type of pool NDSU has. *If the school is serious about swimming, (I can't believe I'm going to say this *:-[) they should take a look at UNDs set-up. *Now that is a nice pool for the size of school.
IOWA-GREAT JOB!! YOU ARE RIGHT ON!!! THANKS FOR ALL YOUR HELP IN POINTING OUT SOMETHING THAT I HAD OVERLOOKED. ONE MORE EXCELLENT REASON FOR CONSOLIDATION. YOU DA MAN!!!!!

IowaBisonToo
06-05-2006, 04:51 PM
I swam in high school and college. *The number of people that came to our meets (except for regionals in high school) would probably fit into 300 seats -- that is, total number for the whole season!!! *:o :P *It's not what you would call a spectator sport. *Girlfriends/boyfriends and family was it. *Unless you can get the Goldstar marching band to drop in once in a while. *That happened in high school. *We were laughing so damn hard I'm surprised we could finish the meet. *;D

I think somebody is right, too. *There are plenty of bleachers there to cover the number of spectators that would show up. *The only time you'd need more would be if you were to hold some sort of post-season meet and that's not going to happen with the type of pool NDSU has. *If the school is serious about swimming, (I can't believe I'm going to say this *:-[) they should take a look at UNDs set-up. *Now that is a nice pool for the size of school.
IOWA-GREAT JOB!! YOU ARE RIGHT ON!!! THANKS FOR ALL YOUR HELP IN POINTING OUT SOMETHING THAT I HAD OVERLOOKED. ONE MORE EXCELLENT REASON FOR CONSOLIDATION. YOU DA MAN!!!!! *
BBJR - is this what's behind the "wait and see" plan??? :-? A consolidation of ND resources for all intercollegiate athletics? I can see it now, if you want to play hockey or be on the swimming/diving team, go to und. Anything else, go to NDSU, right? :) This is it, isn't?

Bison_Dan
06-08-2006, 08:07 PM
4 architectual bids presented this past week - selection is on Tuesday, June 6

Who won?

sambini
06-10-2006, 12:25 PM
BUFFALO BILLY DO YOU KNOW?

tony
06-13-2006, 08:26 AM
Now we know...

Forum with the scoop (http://www.in-forum.com/articles/index.cfm?id=129862&section=Sports)

Can't wait to see what they come up with.

sambini
06-14-2006, 04:23 AM
AN NDSU ALUM TL STROH OF FARGO. CONGRATS++++++++++

sway1331
07-08-2006, 06:39 AM
want the basketball court to look like after completion?

http://rds.yahoo.com/_ylt=A9gnMiVDUq9EH3QBb6ajzbkF;_ylu=X3oDMTA4NDgyNWN 0BHNlYwNwcm9m/SIG=12j11m2uh/EXP=1152426947/**http%3a//www.in-forum.com/gfx/photos/stories/20050520ndsu-gym.jpg

looks nice but lets close in those huge gaps in the corners

BisonBacker
07-08-2006, 05:40 PM
want the basketball court to look like after completion?

http://rds.yahoo.com/_ylt=A9gnMiVDUq9EH3QBb6ajzbkF;_ylu=X3oDMTA4NDgyNWN 0BHNlYwNwcm9m/SIG=12j11m2uh/EXP=1152426947/**http%3a//www.in-forum.com/gfx/photos/stories/20050520ndsu-gym.jpg

looks nice but lets close in those huge gaps in the corners

Agree 100%++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ ++

roadwarrior
07-08-2006, 07:12 PM
That was a rendering done a long before the current architects were selected. I agree with the corner seating argument, but that is where all of the fans enter the floor area to get to their seats. It probably depends on what the seating manufacturers can come up. The new seats will have to be able to be folded up and pushed back to the walls, so that the track can be used.

sambini
07-09-2006, 11:15 PM
Thanks Road for the insight++++++++++++

BisonBacker
07-10-2006, 03:56 AM
I say expand out to the west with the building and take out the old Dakota field and make a new track in the new part of the building and make the BB all enclosed. :D

TaTonka_31
07-10-2006, 05:06 AM
Do like they do at most arena's, dig down. I would like to see a designer come up with a plan like this. You get the circular seating around the floor like you are looking for. You will be able to keep the track at street level with more seating in an upper tier around the track.

Make it a true pit and put the students around the floor. Call it the "Thunder Pit" or something like that. I am sure you guys can think of something better.

This type of plan would fit the BSA because it has such a low ceiling in the first place. Go anywhere to look at other arena's and you will notice the floor is probably 40 feet below street level. Very few are at street level. Seems like it would be the most cost effective also.

Bison_Dan
07-10-2006, 12:10 PM
I say expand out to the west with the building and take out the old Dakota field and make a new track in the new part of the building and make the BB all enclosed. :D

I agree 100%, move the track out west. I hope they bring that as an option and what the added cost would be. I hope they do it right the first time.

TaTonka_31
07-11-2006, 03:51 AM
Dig Down ;)

sambini
07-12-2006, 04:24 AM
How far down?

Siouxpreme
07-12-2006, 08:33 AM
Do like they do at most arena's, dig down. *I would like to see a designer come up with a plan like this. *You get the circular seating around the floor like you are looking for. *You will be able to keep the track at street level with more seating in an upper tier around the track. *

Make it a true pit and put the students around the floor. *Call it the "Thunder Pit" or something like that. *I am sure you guys can think of something better. *

This type of plan would fit the BSA because it has such a low ceiling in the first place. *Go anywhere *to look at other arena's and you will notice the floor is probably 40 feet below street level. *Very few are at street level. *Seems like it would be the most cost effective also.

Are you planning on adding an indoor water skiing team? *Or will the BSA double as a natatorium? *After the flooding in the Fargodome and in the NDSU library, highly doubt that digging a pit would be popular with the NDSU administration or with insurance companies. *If you want a decent arena, maybe build from scratch?

Hammersmith
07-12-2006, 11:59 AM
Are you planning on adding an indoor water skiing team? *Or will the BSA double as a natatorium? *After the flooding in the Fargodome and in the NDSU library, highly doubt that digging a pit would be popular with the NDSU administration or with insurance companies. *If you want a decent arena, maybe build from scratch?
He's got a point. Two, actually. I'm sure that digging down deeply is technically possible, but it might not be worth the trouble if there's a high water table. Myself, I've always viewed the BSA renovation as a long-term solution for wrestling, volleyball and indoor track, and a mid-term solution for basketball. Just enough to get us by for about 10-15 years until we can raise $50-60M for a basketball only(or dare I say basketball/hockey a la Kohl Center) arena on the Dacotah Field/tennis courts/chunk of R Lot site.

Bison_Dan
07-12-2006, 12:10 PM
Do like they do at most arena's, dig down. *I would like to see a designer come up with a plan like this. *You get the circular seating around the floor like you are looking for. *You will be able to keep the track at street level with more seating in an upper tier around the track. *

Make it a true pit and put the students around the floor. *Call it the "Thunder Pit" or something like that. *I am sure you guys can think of something better. *

This type of plan would fit the BSA because it has such a low ceiling in the first place. *Go anywhere *to look at other arena's and you will notice the floor is probably 40 feet below street level. *Very few are at street level. *Seems like it would be the most cost effective also.

Are you planning on adding an indoor water skiing team? *Or will the BSA double as a natatorium? *After the flooding in the Fargodome and in the NDSU library, highly doubt that digging a pit would be popular with the NDSU administration or with insurance companies. *If you want a decent arena, maybe build from scratch?




Ya lets build a 3,100 capacity arena and call it the booby or something like that. :D

Hammersmith
07-12-2006, 01:25 PM
Ya lets build a 3,100 capacity arena and call it the booby or something like that. * :D
He also has a (very good)point. ;D

The_Sicatoka
07-12-2006, 01:41 PM
Ya lets build a 3,100 capacity arena and call it the booby or something like that. * :D

It's done; it's called "the Fargo Civic." ;)

How will these BSA modifications affect the ability to use it for indoor track?

mikelsch
07-12-2006, 03:28 PM
The indoor track will be upgraded to a banked track that meets all the requirements to host conference championship events.

TaTonka_31
07-12-2006, 05:26 PM
Do like they do at most arena's, dig down. *I would like to see a designer come up with a plan like this. *You get the circular seating around the floor like you are looking for. *You will be able to keep the track at street level with more seating in an upper tier around the track. *

Make it a true pit and put the students around the floor. *Call it the "Thunder Pit" or something like that. *I am sure you guys can think of something better. *

This type of plan would fit the BSA because it has such a low ceiling in the first place. *Go anywhere *to look at other arena's and you will notice the floor is probably 40 feet below street level. *Very few are at street level. *Seems like it would be the most cost effective also.

Are you planning on adding an indoor water skiing team? *Or will the BSA double as a natatorium? *After the flooding in the Fargodome and in the NDSU library, highly doubt that digging a pit would be popular with the NDSU administration or with insurance companies. *If you want a decent arena, maybe build from scratch?


Very good Souixpreme. I never considered the potential flooding problem. You are the first to give me me an explanation why digging down would not be the most cost effective and visually appealing concept for improving the BSA.

I'm sure the powers that be will do a fine job with the new plans. Anything would be a great improvement at this point.

NanoBison
07-12-2006, 06:24 PM
The dug down part would be contained inside the BSA (if that's what they plan on doing. The flooding in the Fargodome had to do with that giant ramp leading down to the main floor for trucks and other maintenance. The Fargodome problem has been fixed and shouldn't occur again. I would imagine the BSA would be fine.

:)

Bison_Dan
07-12-2006, 06:51 PM
The dug down part would be contained inside the BSA (if that's what they plan on doing. The flooding in the Fargodome had to do with that giant ramp leading down to the main floor for trucks and other maintenance. The Fargodome problem has been fixed and shouldn't occur again. I would imagine the BSA would be fine.

:)

imagine a gf fan concered about flooding in Fargo. :P

met1990
07-12-2006, 07:32 PM
The dug down part would be contained inside the BSA (if that's what they plan on doing. The flooding in the Fargodome had to do with that giant ramp leading down to the main floor for trucks and other maintenance. The Fargodome problem has been fixed and shouldn't occur again. I would imagine the BSA would be fine.

:)

Wasn't the flooding in the Fargodome "fixed" after the first time it flooded?

BisonBacker
07-13-2006, 03:44 AM
The dug down part would be contained inside the BSA (if that's what they plan on doing. The flooding in the Fargodome had to do with that giant ramp leading down to the main floor for trucks and other maintenance. The Fargodome problem has been fixed and shouldn't occur again. I would imagine the BSA would be fine.

:)

imagine a gf fan concered about flooding in Fargo. * :P

Now that's some funny Sh%#!
Hey maybe they can clue us into how to apply for fema money to build a new facility ;D

NebraskaBISON
07-13-2006, 09:34 PM
Ya lets build a 3,100 capacity arena and call it the booby or something like that. :D

It's done; it's called "the Fargo Civic." ;)

How will these BSA modifications affect the ability to use it for indoor track?


Say what you want about the civic, but I love watching games there. The fans/students are right on top of the floor. It was a sad day when the powers that be decided they needed to combine boys/girls edc (state too) into one weekend and have it at the Fargodome. The dome doesn't work for basketball.

sambini
07-26-2006, 08:34 PM
Nebraska you are right on . I love the Civic for hoops.+++++++++++++

BisBison
07-27-2006, 12:45 AM
Any one hear how the renovation plans are progressing? I know they hired an architect earlier, but have heard nothing since. I was hoping some preliminary plans would have surfaced by now.

sambini
07-27-2006, 03:46 PM
TL STROH OF FARGO IS DOING THE WORK.

BisBison
07-27-2006, 05:03 PM
TL STROH OF FARGO IS DOING THE WORK.

but no artist's rendetions or timetable yet?

SDbison
07-27-2006, 06:16 PM
TL STROH OF FARGO IS DOING THE WORK.

but no artist's rendetions or timetable yet?

I don't recall a firm deadline, just something like early Fall to get the proposed designs. Is there no rush to get this done since the money is available? It would be nice to possibly only affect one season, not two, while the construction takes place.

tony
07-28-2006, 07:35 AM
Last I heard, they were starting work in Spring '07.

My Must-have Feature List:

1. Circular seating for 8,000.
2. Nicer offices for all coaches.
3. Remove all interior supports.
4. Lots and lots of French doors.
5. A nuclear-powered "Bison bell" that makes SDSU's cowbell sound like Tinkerbell whispering and can fuse plastic to metal (and vice versa)
6. Brass waterbeds all around.
7. The court/ seating starts completely flat with no seats, but 30 minutes before game time it lowers down to 100' below street level forming seats and stairs as it goes.
8. Roof that goes transparent as it gets dark out.
9. climbing walls.
10. Indoor roller coaster high above the game action.
11. Directional sound projectors for members the NDSU's Varsity Heckling Team (point it at target and you can whisper your smack for their ears alone).
12. Laser-based pornstache detection and removal system.
13. Large-scaled cold climate heat pump to help keep heating/cooling costs down.
14. Laser light show system with a twist - at game time not just the lights in the BSA go out but ALL the lights in Fargo go dim too.
15. Order food on cell phone and it is bunjee jumped to you (no vendors walking around blocking the view).
16. Translucent east wall unto which game action will be projected so people driving by can see the game going on (wide screen format 100' wide, 30' tall).
17. An animatronic red-headed clown that people can launch whisky bottles at to win prizes (rated R for language).
18. Virtual luxury boxes (people think they are right over the court but the VIP stairs actually take them to trailers sitting on old Dacotah Field where the game is projected on the walls in very high definition) because this frees up a lot of seating space.
19. Concession areas *feature slurpee volcanoes and cotton candy machines that you can stick your head into for a tasty green and gold afro.
20. Plenty of these (http://www.character-shop.com/images/buffmech.jpg) (they'll also double as security).
21. When you need to get up from your seat, you press the appropriate button and a chute opens and you slide right to your destination (security will also be able to open this chute whenver it sees any UND stuff).

Unfortunately, I haven't got around to the sketches yet.

Edit: Between #2 and #3, I had an 8-laned track but I accidentally deleted it.

met1990
07-28-2006, 12:24 PM
I'd like to add a life-size, laser-shooting statue of Spergon Wynn to that list.

tony
07-28-2006, 01:31 PM
I'd like to add a life-size, laser-shooting statue of Spergon Wynn to that list.

Some things go without saying. Incorporate this with #12.

IowaBisonToo
07-28-2006, 01:34 PM
How about beer taps right in your seat with your choice of 6, frosty-cold selections?

Mmmmmmm. Beeeeeer.

cadillac
07-28-2006, 01:38 PM
how about I-Max sized replay screens

MRBISON
07-28-2006, 04:40 PM
What about a fire Pole for dancers? ;)

sambini
07-28-2006, 09:06 PM
That the danceline could use.

Bisonguy
08-01-2006, 02:34 AM
From the BisonZone media blog- (http://www.areavoices.com/bisonmedia/)

NDSU will be meeting with the architects for the BSA renovation on campus on Aug. 8th and 9th.

Coincidentally, the Mid-Con will be having a campus visit on Aug. 8th and 9th........ :)

bisonmike
08-01-2006, 02:47 AM
I think they should put up a gigantic bison statue outside the BSA. Something huge, but not tacky. Or maybe have it above the entrance as you walk in.

Tatanka
08-01-2006, 11:49 PM
I think they should put up a gigantic bison statue outside the BSA. *Something huge, but not tacky. *Or maybe have it above the entrance as you walk in.
++ As long as it faces south so teh univeristy has easy access to where they can kiss.

sambini
08-02-2006, 04:06 AM
Hail the Bison with our tails in the air.

SDbison
08-02-2006, 04:56 AM
How about a Bison head at the South entrance and a Bison butt with tail in air above the North entrance? *Classic! * *;D

sambini
08-02-2006, 05:15 PM
That would work+++++++++

land_grant_bison
08-02-2006, 07:54 PM
I think that they should spend the money to replace the ugly white exterior with nice brick - maybe something like the brick at the alumi center where the bison are actually in the brick. *Also they need to make the entrance extravagant and I think the bison statue is a great idea!!

TheBisonator
08-02-2006, 09:11 PM
I think that they should spend the money to replace the ugly white exterior with nice brick - maybe something like the brick at the alumi center where the bison are actually in the brick. *Also they need to make the entrance extravagant and I think the bison statue is a great idea!!

It looks like from the concept drawings that they're planning to do away with the white exterior paneling and install some type of concrete x-beam setup.

roadwarrior
08-02-2006, 09:19 PM
Those concept drawings were drawn up by another firm than the one that is actually doing the job, so I would throw them out the window and wait for the new ones.

sambini
08-03-2006, 03:56 AM
DOES ANYONE HAVE A TIMETABLE ON WHEN THE PLANS WILL BE OUT?

Bison13
08-10-2006, 08:44 PM
I heard somewhere around this winter. This project is a huge undertaking for T.L. Stroh. Not size wize but trying to make the most of the building that they have now. I believe its taking some time to try to figure out the most cost effective way to upgrade the BSA. Or in other words, more for the money. I CANNOT wait until it is done. It couldnt come soon enough. Think about the recruits we have pulled in with the current BSA. Its scary to think what Miles can accomplish with a new facility!!

Mr._Bill
08-10-2006, 10:28 PM
I'm still hoping that 5 years after the BSA upgrage, a basketball only/primary facility will be pusued on campus. That is down the road, I am satisfied with what I see on the BSA remodel for now.

sambini
08-11-2006, 12:41 AM
+++++++++++++

kchats
08-11-2006, 01:03 AM
5 years is way too soon. They will play in the BSA longer than that.

Bison13
08-11-2006, 04:34 AM
It all depends if someone wants to make a nice little donation to the facility??? (folding my hands and praying to the God above)

Mr._Bill
08-11-2006, 05:15 AM
It all depends if someone wants to make a nice little donation to the facility??? (folding my hands and praying to the God above)

If I can land the powerball, I will make a new arena a personal priority. Not likely however.

SDbison
08-11-2006, 05:46 PM
Did anyone hear if the Architects meeting with NDSU was held during the Mid Con visit? *Was there any rough proposals, updated sketches with options, etc? *Did the Mid Con Representative get a look at this information? *Any idea if this information will be made public? *I hope there are several options being proposed along with stages of implementation going up to and over the 16 million dollars planned. *May as well make the BSA look and function as best as possible. *It may be around for many years, even after a new basketball venue is built. *Also, any truth to the rumors that the BSA renovations will include lowering the floor? * *

mikelsch
08-11-2006, 06:06 PM
Facilities (BSA. BBF, Ellig Sports Complex) renovation/expansion plans were shared with the Mid-Con folks. *The architects did get a chance to meet with Tom Douple and his staff.

Right now, the architects for the BSA project are soliciting the needs and a wish list from all the coaches/staff in athletics. *This will help determine the best use of space and what types of equipment, trimmings are needed. *

I wouldn't expect any formal drawings/plans until mid-fall. *Then the project will bid out for construction to start in the spring/early summer. *I'm guessing the project will occur in stages, unless ALL the money is available right away (which is unlikely at this point). *Haven't heard about digging down, and I would be very surprised if that actually happened.

sway1331
08-11-2006, 06:10 PM
Giving the public a look at plans during Homecoming week would be a good idea.

Bison13
08-11-2006, 07:07 PM
It seems like success on the basketball floor helps with donations. If we end up winning in the Barn, and then maybe winning the marquette tourny, there could be some serious funds flowing into the BSA. Winning games/excitement about a program gets people in the giving mood!

mikelsch
08-11-2006, 07:57 PM
Pocketbooks, personal and especially corporate, open-up for a visible winner. There is so much potential for men's basketball to generate a lot of cash/publicity for NDSU. Locally it could get close to Bison football...nationally it would surpass it.

roadwarrior
08-11-2006, 09:25 PM
The win over the Badgers last january had a HUGE effect on the amount of money raised to this point for the BSA.

Gamehunter
08-12-2006, 04:26 AM
Think about what an NIT bid would do :o

and I don't think its so far fetched even this year. At the bare minimum the team needs to get lucky a few times and pull out at least a couple victories against BIG time opponents and eliminate losses against lower competition like the loss to UVSU. BUT, I feel they have a realistic shot in the Barn, and of course K-State is making their way to Fargo....a closely contested early season game against Tech and who knows....the potential is there for something great.

Hammersmith
08-12-2006, 04:17 PM
Think about what an NIT bid would do *:o
I've been thinking about this and, while this year is a long shot, isn't there a decent chance to get a NIT bid in 07-08? If we get invited into Mid-Con starting that year and finished the season with the best conference record, wouldn't we be automatically invited to the NIT since we could not get the NCAA autobid? Of course, I don't want to put the cart before the horse in either the Mid-Con invite or the success of the 07-08 season, but wouldn't it be a great goal for the players if it's true?

TaTonka_31
08-12-2006, 06:11 PM
You are right, the NIT will be the goal for the upcoming season for the Bison mens team, but getting the bid will be tough especially since the field was reduced to 32 teams. *

One thing is for sure, it will take more than 20 wins and an RPI ranking in the top 100 for the very difficult at-large bid. *Here are the current RPI rankings of the teams we play that are above us. *We would need to beat at least half if not more than half of them to crack the top 100 IMO:

Marquette #28
Northwestern State #60
Minnesota #83
Iowa State #93
K-State #110
Texas Tech #136
Colorado State #144
UW Green Bay #186
Princeton #199
Furman #220
NDSU #223

If I remember correctly, NDSU has moved up to #223 from a season ending #270 for the pre-season rankings. *Not bad for an independent. *

Only Oral Roberts at #130 and IUPUI at #158 are above us at this time from our proposed future conference. *

Great job Miles and Players for putting us on the D1 map. At #223 it means there are more than 100 established programs below us. *

kchats
08-12-2006, 07:35 PM
Bob Huggins is now coach of K-State. Expect them to play hard nosed defense and generate alot of turnovers. I hope NDSU gives them a good game but he is a great coach and will make it tough for the Bison to beat them.

Bison13
08-12-2006, 07:44 PM
I would not be surprised at all if we crack the top 150 at some point this year

bisonranch
09-07-2006, 12:36 AM
Anyone have news or insights on the BSA project? I suppose the new firm is still in the consept stages with nothing to report yet?

mikelsch
09-07-2006, 03:57 AM
You're right - still in the info gathering/planning stage. Drawings later this fall