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by Ram1019
9 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Projo RI College Hoops Podcast
Replies: 33
Views: 3556

Re: Projo Podcast

And I've also never had any issues with Kmac either
by Ram1019
9 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Projo RI College Hoops Podcast
Replies: 33
Views: 3556

Re: Projo Podcast

Interesting when KMAC asked which lineup they'd rather have. They basically said they like URI's depth but preferred PC's starters (if they could play the whole game and stay healthy) as far as talent goes. I'm curious how others on this board feel about that. Also, I think there are still too many ...
by Ram1019
9 years ago
Forum: Down the Line
Topic: PASSED: Question 4, $125M bond for College of Engineering
Replies: 185
Views: 23195

Re: PASSED: Question 4, $125M bond for College of Engineerin

Raimondo has her eyes on the presidency one day. Mark my words.
by Ram1019
9 years ago
Forum: Down the Line
Topic: PASSED: Question 4, $125M bond for College of Engineering
Replies: 185
Views: 23195

Re: PASSED: Question 4, $125M bond for College of Engineerin

I agree RF1. Producing local talent is a major factor in attracting business to the area. I can't think of anything bad about this investment whatsoever.
by Ram1019
9 years ago
Forum: Down the Line
Topic: PASSED: Question 4, $125M bond for College of Engineering
Replies: 185
Views: 23195

Re: PASSED: Question 4, $125M bond for College of Engineerin

There's going to be a new building next to that open grassy spot at the corner of Exchange and Memorial Blvd. Gina is very much set on investing in these projects along with fixing roads and bridges--something RI desperately needs. When my colleague and I asked her where the money is coming from to ...
by Ram1019
9 years ago
Forum: Down the Line
Topic: PASSED: Question 4, $125M bond for College of Engineering
Replies: 185
Views: 23195

Re: PASSED: Question 4, $125M bond for College of Engineerin

Ha! Good story Rod. A lot of people don't know he was an army ranger and paratrooper. Also a graduate of West Point.
by Ram1019
9 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: THIS Year (2014-15)
Replies: 709
Views: 57994

Re: THIS Year (2014-15)

#daprocess
by Ram1019
9 years ago
Forum: Down the Line
Topic: PASSED: Question 4, $125M bond for College of Engineering
Replies: 185
Views: 23195

Re: PASSED: Question 4, $125M bond for College of Engineerin

I did a summer internship for Senator Reed was I was in college. He truly is an outstanding public servant and he's extremely intelligent. It's fascinating to me to see people who share Rod's political demographic still like and respect one of the most liberal members of the U.S. Senate. I have alwa...
by Ram1019
9 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Matthews Showing Up in NBA Mock Drafts; URI Pro Potential
Replies: 477
Views: 34085

Re: Matthews Showing Up in NBA Mock Drafts; URI Pro Potentia

That was exactly my first reaction to this.
by Ram1019
9 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 2014-15 Schedule
Replies: 688
Views: 51088

Re: 2014-15 Schedule

TO's was always my biggest concern going into this season. This will improve with time and experience.
by Ram1019
9 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: X drafted to play in D-League
Replies: 11
Views: 1134

Re: X drafted to play in D-League

Bill Koch:
The Maine Red Claws traded the rights to former #URI guard Xavier Munford to the Bakersfield Jam -- affiliate of the Phoenix Suns.
by Ram1019
9 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Kyle Ivy-Jones Coaching New Team
Replies: 46
Views: 3816

Re: Kyle Ivy-Jones Coaching New Team

My coworker was Feroce's frat brother at URI. He's had quite the interesting life. From being a state senator in his early twenties to sleeping in a fox hole at desert storm and obviously his entrepreneurial achievements. Alex and Ani now "Benrus" and a basketball team haha. Good for him I...
by Ram1019
9 years ago
Forum: All Pro Sports
Topic: Are the Patriots Good Enough to Win Another SB with Brady?
Replies: 42
Views: 3683

Re: Are the Patriots Good Enough to Win Another SB with Brad

Many people think these personnel decisions are made solely to improve Krafts bottom line. I disagree. I think he knows that the best way to improve a bottom line is to win championships.
by Ram1019
9 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: The Orlando Classic single game tix?
Replies: 7
Views: 771

Re: The Orlando Classic single game tix?

Yeah I didn't take the chance of them selling out so I just paid the $153. Not worth the risk of getting there and being sold out. I try to think of it as an insurance policy and it makes me feel better lol
by Ram1019
9 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 2014-15 Schedule
Replies: 688
Views: 51088

Re: 2014-15 Schedule

Gotta admit I'm super pumped for Saturday Nov 22. I'll be heading over to Mohegan Sun to watch UMass vs Notre Dame at 12pm, then PC vs Florida St at 2:30pm, then heading over to the Ryan Center to watch us take down Nebraska at 7pm!!! What a great day!! Anyone else doing the same? That's my agenda ...
by Ram1019
9 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Rhody Madness 2014
Replies: 190
Views: 15257

Re: Rhody Madness 2014

Just watched these videos and these were my immediate thoughts: -The Ryan Center is looking DAMN GOOD. The program looks like a real boy now. -Has it sunk in with anyone yet that we landed Jarvis Garrett and Jared Terrell? -This roster will be loaded with talent and depth. Yes they are inexperienced...
by Ram1019
9 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: USA Today Coaches Preseason Top 25
Replies: 16
Views: 1600

Re: USA Today Coaches Preseason Top 25

YES!!! Add in their 2 games against Northern Kentucky and Central Arkansas (yes those schools exist) and I have a pretty good feeling they'll still be ranked come November 22nd. Other notes: always good to see only 1 big east team ranked...and ranked lower than the A10 school that is ranked. Wish w...
by Ram1019
9 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: THIS Year (2014-15)
Replies: 709
Views: 57994

Re: THIS Year (2014-15)

I think very highly of Garrett and I see him as the future backbone of this roster in his years ahead.
by Ram1019
9 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: CoxHub Hoops: A10 Preview Video
Replies: 7
Views: 910

Re: CoxHub Hoops: A10 Preview Video

Andrew wrote:As an aside, if anyone hasn't been to the Providence G yet, it's worth checking out for the atmosphere alone. I haven't eaten there (just drinks, twice), but the view is obviously outstanding.

I was just thinking how awesome this place looks. Must check out.
by Ram1019
9 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: EC Matthews- Adidas Nations
Replies: 225
Views: 22169

Re: EC Matthews- Adidas Nations

Anyone can be talented, but it takes a special kind of person like E.C. to add in qualities of a positive attitude and that kind of work ethic. It will be bittersweet seeing him leave.
by Ram1019
9 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: EC Matthews- Adidas Nations
Replies: 225
Views: 22169

Re: EC Matthews- Adidas Nations

Oops just found someone already posted it. Oh well now you can see it again!
by Ram1019
9 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: EC Matthews- Adidas Nations
Replies: 225
Views: 22169

Re: EC Matthews- Adidas Nations

Has this been posted yet? He looks noticeably bigger


by Ram1019
9 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Ryan Center In-Game Experience - Issues and Upgrades
Replies: 4249
Views: 335908

Re: Ryan Center In-Game Experience - Issues and Upgrades

Hey great news Rod! Iced Coffee and Rhody wins should make for a pleasant day!
by Ram1019
9 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Ryan Center In-Game Experience - Issues and Upgrades
Replies: 4249
Views: 335908

Re: Ryan Center In-Game Experience - Issues and Upgrades

Don't even get me started on Ryan Center popcorn! They should serve it with a spoon so its easier to scoop up the microscopic kernels.
by Ram1019
9 years ago
Forum: Recruitment Corner
Topic: '15 NJ PF Chris Silva (South Carolina verbal)
Replies: 391
Views: 30406

Re: '15 NJ PF Chris Silva

This kind of makes Cox Sports' lackluster in-game streams look pretty high quality
by Ram1019
9 years ago
Forum: Recruitment Corner
Topic: '15 NJ PF Chris Silva (South Carolina verbal)
Replies: 391
Views: 30406

Re: '15 NJ PF Chris Silva

Per Bill Koch there will be a 3:15 press conference
by Ram1019
9 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 2014-15 Schedule
Replies: 688
Views: 51088

Re: 2014-15 Schedule

Billyboy78 wrote:Last year we opened with Maine. It was a very important game on our schedule. It showed us that Iffy and Jarelle would be the stars of the team.
haha I see what you did there...
by Ram1019
9 years ago
Forum: All Other College Sports
Topic: A10 with 2 of the Top 10 College Basketball Mascots
Replies: 3
Views: 941

Re: A10 with 2 of the Top 10 College Basketball Mascots

I'm sorry but the billiken just creeps me right out
by Ram1019
9 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Bobby Hurley gets extension
Replies: 31
Views: 4438

Re: Bobby Hurley gets extension

I think, objectively, the jury is out on Dan, until he wins with the talent he's bringing in. I'm sure most agree on that point. Clearly Dan can recruit, not to mention the massive upgrades in the program. I'm betting he wins and wins big. These are my thoughts exactly. Great at recruiting. Now we ...
by Ram1019
9 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: THIS Year (2014-15)
Replies: 709
Views: 57994

Re: Next Year

ATPTourFan wrote:Pro Tip: Use the FREE iHeart Radio app to listen to the pre/post game shows while walking between the Ryan Center and your car!

This is when you know you're a diehard fan. I do this pretty frequently on game day!
by Ram1019
9 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Bobby Hurley gets extension
Replies: 31
Views: 4438

Re: Bobby Hurley gets extension

Nice to see Bobby doing well in Buffalo
by Ram1019
9 years ago
Forum: Recruitment Corner
Topic: '15 CT PF Steve Enoch (UCONN Verbal)
Replies: 137
Views: 16015

Re: '15 CT PF Steve Enoch

That was a great day! A day in which I got absolutely nothing done at work.
by Ram1019
9 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Pick 5
Replies: 10
Views: 1247

Re: Pick 5

If this poll were for conference play, I'd replace Biggie for Jarvis.
by Ram1019
9 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: EC Matthews- Adidas Nations
Replies: 225
Views: 22169

Re: EC Matthews- Adidas Nations

RoadyJay wrote:Biggie, EC, JT, Hass, Gil

Book it!


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
While we're on the topic, this is my starting 5 prediction as well.
by Ram1019
9 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: URI Basketball Fan Forum
Replies: 109
Views: 13090

Re: URI Basketball Fan Forum

That's the problem STC. Donors need to be inclusive of all donors in some manner to increase donations. There should be a big area for all donors of say $100 or more a year where they can buy drinks before games and during halftime. Leave the "Alumni Lounge" to high rollers. I bet many wo...
by Ram1019
9 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: URI Basketball Fan Forum
Replies: 109
Views: 13090

Re: URI Basketball Fan Forum

I just don't see how selling alcohol will affect the family friendly environment. Is McCoy Stadium not a family friendly environment? I would love to have a beer during the game and not Powerade.
by Ram1019
9 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Resolving Band situation
Replies: 31
Views: 3117

Re: Resolving Band situation

Yup. They are basketball fans who happen to play instruments. Also, to Dr. Brownell's point, there is no recourse. These students are adults who volunteer and cannot be reprimanded if they do not attend the game. It's a pretty tough situation.
by Ram1019
9 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Resolving Band situation
Replies: 31
Views: 3117

Re: Resolving Band situation

Great thanks for sharing the info. The person I know who knows Brian personally said she would ask him about the band and explain that there are a lot of concerned fans.
by Ram1019
9 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: URI Basketball Fan Forum
Replies: 109
Views: 13090

Re: URI Basketball Fan Forum

Nice email, Jay
by Ram1019
9 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: URI Basketball Fan Forum
Replies: 109
Views: 13090

Re: URI Basketball Fan Forum

I agree, Jay. Improve it or eliminate it. Side note: I used to know Brian Cardany and he is a great guy and does a fine job with the university's music program as a whole. I just think he has limited control over the pep band due to the lack of interest in getting students to commit. This is just l...
by Ram1019
9 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: URI Basketball Fan Forum
Replies: 109
Views: 13090

Re: URI Basketball Fan Forum

I agree, Jay. Improve it or eliminate it. Side note: I used to know Brian Cardany and he is a great guy and does a fine job with the university's music program as a whole. I just think he has limited control over the pep band due to the lack of interest in getting students to commit. This is just li...
by Ram1019
9 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: URI Basketball Fan Forum
Replies: 109
Views: 13090

Re: URI Basketball Fan Forum

Rhodekill, I know someone who was in the pep band who was also a music major and they said the majority of the band members are not actually music majors. This was about seven years ago so I don't know if that has changed or not. I would much prefer a high school band as well. Simply more people pla...
by Ram1019
9 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: URI Basketball Fan Forum
Replies: 109
Views: 13090

Re: URI Basketball Fan Forum

Agree with you on all points T-Swift. I've mentioned this a bunch of times before, my number one gripe about the Ryan Center experience is the band. Mainly because it's an embarrassment. At least with the bad food it's a little bit less obvious because it doesn't make blaring sounds that sends shril...
by Ram1019
9 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: EC Matthews- Adidas Nations
Replies: 225
Views: 22169

Re: EC Matthews- Adidas Nations

That last sentence says it all. Love this kid!
by Ram1019
9 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Orlando Classic 2014
Replies: 119
Views: 14165

Re: Old Spice Classic 2014

Nice! Looks like I'll be using some rewards points on a flight to Orlando.
by Ram1019
9 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Ryan Center In-Game Experience - Issues and Upgrades
Replies: 4249
Views: 335908

Re: Ryan Center In-Game Experience - Issues and Upgrades

Nothing wrong with beer at the RC. I'm all for it. Improvements with the food and the band are my wish list.
by Ram1019
9 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Blly Baron to Play for Chicago Bulls Summer League team.
Replies: 95
Views: 6885

Re: Blly Baron to Play for Chicago Bulls Summer League team.

Both of those things could be true: Billy looked great in individual workouts but the whole thing was a little awkward. Every time Dan said, we're no longer going to do it that way, we're going to do it this way, could be construed by Billy as a criticism of his father. That's awkward. Right. "...