Quote Originally Posted by PlainsBison View Post
Bismarck has a lot of UND grads, lawyers, doctors, bankers, etc., and their numbers are probably increased with state capitol here. And they like their hockey. However, having a UND player in the NHL is nothing like having an NDSU player in the NFL, i.e. Wentz. Go around town and you now see tons of Bison and Eagles gear. Attend local sporting events and you see the same. Lots of yellow and green. The Fighting Hawks gear isn't near as prominent. If you go to Scheels in Bismarck, you will see a huge Bison display as compared to the school up north. Bison football has taken over and also having a local kid now playing for the Eagles on a national stage (and not in a niche sport) helps tremendously.
I moved to Bismarck in late 2010 and there definitely seemed to be a prominent UND vibe around town. 7 years later, it seems like it's a complete 180 degree turn, like you mention. Amazing to see what a winner does for the general populace.