WOW
http://www.springfieldnewssun.com/sp...x3sksqcskrOKO/
That might get them to a higher level for sure
WOW
http://www.springfieldnewssun.com/sp...x3sksqcskrOKO/
That might get them to a higher level for sure
NDSU Athletics: oderint dum metuant
Is this really a "new arena?" Or just a facelift on an old building? It could use it. Right now, it is just a basic functional building and not very up-to-date.
"You should host seminars on how to behave on opposing fan forums. Charge a pretty penny toward that Bison tailgating rig. " from Milkman 1/6/2016
The arena is actually a bit small and outdated for its usage, particularly for NCAA basketball, but it has some special deal with the NCAA. I think it has hosted more NCAA tournament games than any other venue. This may be part of the reason they are pouring serious money into it.
"You should host seminars on how to behave on opposing fan forums. Charge a pretty penny toward that Bison tailgating rig. " from Milkman 1/6/2016
Sioux Falls has been aggressively pursuing the First Four. Upgrading the arena could be a reaction to that (among other factors, obviously). Supposedly the last time the First Four was bid, it was very close. Maybe Dayton gave assurances there would be facility improvements.
$72 million of renovations in a 12 month period is a monumental task.
I'm moving to Dayton this summer. I was really surprised at how nice it was. Never did more than drive through on the highway.
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Dayton's monopoly on the First Four couldn't last forever. It is fun to think that Sioux [Falls] may have been putting pressure on them. Although I don't recall hearing about it, I could see Des Moines making a push also, now that they have established themselves as a legit NCAA First and Second round location.
Last edited by CyPanth; 05-12-2017 at 04:59 PM. Reason: Corrected Sioux City to Sioux Falls
"You should host seminars on how to behave on opposing fan forums. Charge a pretty penny toward that Bison tailgating rig. " from Milkman 1/6/2016