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by EZBuckets
9 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: A-10 Tournament Quarterfinal - GW - Friday 9:00pm
Replies: 206
Views: 10635

Re: A-10 Tournament Quarterfinal - GW - Friday 9:00pm

Taylor Swift wrote:
ramfan85 wrote:I hope you're not going to paint your face, like Puddy on Seinfeld.
Gotta support the team, Elaine. :lol: :lol: :lol:

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WE'RE THE RAMS :twisted: :twisted: :twisted:
by EZBuckets
9 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Great Job Student Section
Replies: 9
Views: 888

Re: Great Job Student Section

Amen. The tides have really turned. At one point there was a 20+ page thread of folks complaining about student attendance and the lack of "Ruckus". I've stated over and over that when we win; the students will come & make the RC a pit. They certainly have delivered. I just wish I coul...
by EZBuckets
9 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Ryan Center Attendance - Historical Analysis
Replies: 170
Views: 11041

Re: Ryan Center Attendance - Historical Analysis

adam914 wrote:I thought the crowd was fantastic tonight, regardless of what the number is.
Agreed Adam.

I don't care what the final tally was. That place was as loud as I've ever heard it.
by EZBuckets
9 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: The Davidson Rant
Replies: 33
Views: 2742

Re: The Davidson Rant

Wildcat88 wrote: And when you come out to prevent the 3's we will take you inside .
Inside? :lol:

Two words: BIG HASS.
by EZBuckets
9 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: CHRIS DISANO - URI RAMS NCAA TOURNAMENT PUSH - A CASE STUDY
Replies: 8
Views: 1097

Re: CHRIS DISANO - URI RAMS NCAA TOURNAMENT PUSH - A CASE ST

LMAO on the Red Bull. We will hand them out to the students in line tonight. What is your thought on student turnout and overall crowd tonight? What is the limit on students if seats are unsold? I don't have much information besides the fact that Marketing and Athletics have been doing a full-court...
by EZBuckets
9 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: CHRIS DISANO - URI RAMS NCAA TOURNAMENT PUSH - A CASE STUDY
Replies: 8
Views: 1097

Re: CHRIS DISANO - URI RAMS NCAA TOURNAMENT PUSH - A CASE ST

Rhody83 wrote:EZ getting pumped for your energy tonight!
Hahaha I've been trying to mentally compose myself at work all day.

Probably wasn't a great idea to drink that 16oz Red Bull as I'm now visibly shaking. :shock: :shock:
by EZBuckets
9 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: CHRIS DISANO - URI RAMS NCAA TOURNAMENT PUSH - A CASE STUDY
Replies: 8
Views: 1097

CHRIS DISANO - URI RAMS NCAA TOURNAMENT PUSH - A CASE STUDY

Another fine breakdown from Cox Hub's Chris Disano on Rhody's NCAA ambitions.

http://hubs.ly/y0yH920
by EZBuckets
9 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Game #26: Davidson - Wednesday @ 7pm - PINK OUT
Replies: 516
Views: 25759

Re: Game #26: Davidson - Wednesday @ 7pm - PINK OUT

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WHATCHA GONNA DO BROTHER...

WHEN THE RAMS RUN WILD ON YOU!!!!!




(Sorry...I'm all sorts of amped up. See you all tonight!)
by EZBuckets
9 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Week #15 – Games of Interest
Replies: 162
Views: 11128

Re: Week #15 – Games of Interest

Are people seriously suggesting a court storm when we beat Davidson? Come on now. I'm all for rushing the court in the right context...hell, I led the charge for Nebraska. But if we want to be taken seriously as a program the only scenario storming would be acceptable would be a huge buzzer beater. ...
by EZBuckets
9 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Ryan Center In-Game Experience - Issues and Upgrades
Replies: 4249
Views: 331182

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

Well, with only 2 home games left and the next one a big one regarding A10 standings, I would like to hear the Beastie Boy's "No Sleep Till Brooklyn" at least once. Great idea. I will talk to our music guy to see if we can get it worked in. Rod- As far as who to bring your ideas to...it's...
by EZBuckets
9 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Ryan Center In-Game Experience - Issues and Upgrades
Replies: 4249
Views: 331182

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

I love that I can help bridge a gap and answer some questions here for inquiring minds...However, please remember I am not a full-time staff member and am not in any position to make decisions or changes.

I liken myself to Ron Burgandy; I am handed a script and I read it.
by EZBuckets
9 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Ryan Center In-Game Experience - Issues and Upgrades
Replies: 4249
Views: 331182

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

Some thoughts on this subject from last night's game: EZ didn't seem to use the mic that much to get chants going. Not sure why The fans get loud on a great play. UMass calls a TO. Instead of having music, video or EZ keeping the students cheering there is some event on the court that brings everyo...
by EZBuckets
9 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Game #24: Massachusetts - Wednesday @ 7pm
Replies: 486
Views: 30261

Re: Game #24: Massachusetts - Wednesday @ 7pm

Question for EZ Buckets.......did you hear anything derogatory from our crowd directed at Derrick Gordon ? From far away I couldn't hear anything derogatory.....could have been a rogue fan or two if it happened.... I know the students booed loudly when Gordon committed a hard foul...but there were ...
by EZBuckets
9 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Signs - 2014-2015
Replies: 161
Views: 11352

Re: Signs - 2014-2015

He completely lost his composure down the stretch. He was kicking the scorers table, nearly booted the basketball into the stands and then picked it up and almost threw it. He was irate after a UMass foul call and went over to yell at the ref who was standing by me. I was just standing, clapping, a...
by EZBuckets
9 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Game #24: Massachusetts - Wednesday @ 7pm
Replies: 486
Views: 30261

Re: Game #24: Massachusetts - Wednesday @ 7pm

Just wanted to stop by and thank EVERYONE for that atmosphere last night. The volume level was blistering for virtually the entire game. Students showed up in force & all the rest of the fans were equally enthusiastic. Looking forward to replicating it next Wednesday for the Pink Out vs. Davidson.
by EZBuckets
9 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Game #24: Massachusetts - Wednesday @ 7pm
Replies: 486
Views: 30261

Re: Game #24: Massachusetts - Wednesday @ 7pm

Just an FYI: The TEAM selected Seven Nation Army, the Drake song played as they enter the court & their intro music for the season. I don't care how "overplayed" a song is...if our boys want to hear it to get them pumped before tipoff...who are we to judge? Also, good thing our crowd i...
by EZBuckets
9 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Game #20: George Washington - Saturday @ 4pm
Replies: 364
Views: 16823

Re: Game #20: George Washington - Saturday @ 4pm

Can someone elaborate on EZBuckets calling out the crowd? On tv there was a noticeable difference in crowd volume late in the second half. I mentioned it in the other thread but just to clarify... Yesterday was the annual game in which the entire Greek community attends and it's largely because at ...
by EZBuckets
9 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Ryan Center In-Game Experience - Issues and Upgrades
Replies: 4249
Views: 331182

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

Wow just got home, really didn't expect to see EZ in so many posts. First off, thanks to everyone for the kind words. I give everything I have out there and glad it's appreciated. As far as criticizing the fans. I called out the large contingent of Greeks that were literally sitting on their phones ...
by EZBuckets
9 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Ryan Center In-Game Experience - Issues and Upgrades
Replies: 4249
Views: 331182

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

Everyone did a solid job echoing my previous explanations...can't shoot or throw anything into 300's from the court so we are limited to 100's & 200's.

Ramettes or Cheerleaders should be in the 300's for minute of mayhem to get some kids some stuff. I will make sure it happens today.
by EZBuckets
9 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Ryan Center In-Game Experience - Issues and Upgrades
Replies: 4249
Views: 331182

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

TruePoint wrote:EZBuckets bat signal:

Can we get the PA guy to play "Josie" tomorrow for all the Pats fans that will be in the building? The students will know what to do.
Fantastic idea. Will do my best to get it loaded in for today.
by EZBuckets
9 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: RHODE WORK 2014-2015- Episode 2: "5,834 Days"
Replies: 5
Views: 760

Re: RHODE WORK 2014-2015- Episode 2: "5,834 Days"

Phenomenal work once again by Animus Studios.

They are behind all our hype videos, commercials, promos etc and are unbelievably talented & great guys.
by EZBuckets
9 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Game #20: George Washington - Saturday @ 4pm
Replies: 364
Views: 16823

Re: Game #20: George Washington - Saturday @ 4pm

Billy boy it wasnt the most eloquently worded tweet...I was still flying after the W and sent it in haste. Also my word choice may have inadvertantly had something to do with me tweeting that you can't consider yourself a real fan if you weren't at the VCU game which drew some ire from non-local fan...
by EZBuckets
9 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Game #19: @ Fordham - Wednesday 7pm
Replies: 426
Views: 16064

Re: Game #19: @ Fordham - Wednesday 7pm

Does anyone have a trick for streaming the game onto my tv using Chromecast? I can stream Netflix fine, but when I tried to stream a game from an iPad, it wouldn't pass to the tv. Ironically, it was the Fordham game I couldn't go to due to the flu that I tried to stream before. Very easy...just go ...
by EZBuckets
9 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Where's the Ruckuss?!
Replies: 60
Views: 3778

Re: I think I hate our student fans.

I was dumbfounded we had less students yesterday than at the LaSalle game. It just doesn't make any sense. I see firsthand the work Marketing does to spread the word about games thru every social media avenue (Instagram/Snapchat/FB/Twitter etc) leading up to games. And whether we like to admit it or...
by EZBuckets
9 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Game #18: St. Bonaventure - Sun. 1/25 2:00PM
Replies: 293
Views: 12706

Re: Game #18: St. Bonaventure - Sun. 1/25 2:00PM

I thought EZ Buckets and the spirit squad did a nice job yesterday with what they had to work with, it was a good show very smooth and nicely done. Put a couple of pics of EZ Buckets on my IG to give him some free pub. Let me know if you have a handle, I'll link you up EZBuckets.... I am thinking w...
by EZBuckets
9 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Tom Penders fired up about Rhody's Marketing
Replies: 163
Views: 8462

Re: Tom Penders fired up about Rhody's Marketing

Good post EZBuckets. Now let's work on getting those t shirts and mini BB's up to the north side 300's where us cheapos can get some! Rhody, rhody, rhody! No replacements necessary! Signed, t shirt catching fuddy duddy...... Haha thanks man. We try to send Ramettes/Cheerleaders up to the 300's to t...
by EZBuckets
9 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Tom Penders fired up about Rhody's Marketing
Replies: 163
Views: 8462

Re: Tom Penders fired up about Rhody's Marketing

The in-game promotions are scripted down to the SECOND. We can't call audibles. You all would be astonished at the amount of manpower & effort that goes on behind the scenes to deliver a flawless technical show during these games. Although I'm "the face" to deliver everything...there a...
by EZBuckets
9 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Game #15: (17) Virginia Commonweath - Tuesday @ 7:30pm
Replies: 508
Views: 21316

Re: Game #15: (17) Virginia Commonweath - Tuesday @ 7:30pm

rodfromcranston wrote:Maybe Blue Man can step in for a few yells?
I've been told that until our sound engineers can configure a 5 second tape delay...Blue Man is not allowed within 4 feet of a live microphone.
by EZBuckets
9 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Game #15: (17) Virginia Commonweath - Tuesday @ 7:30pm
Replies: 508
Views: 21316

Re: Game #15: (17) Virginia Commonweath - Tuesday @ 7:30pm

I've been victimized by an ill-timed respiratory infection.

I'll do what I can but need EVERYONE to be loud tonight & create a true advantage for our Rams.
by EZBuckets
9 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Game #15: (17) Virginia Commonweath - Tuesday @ 7:30pm
Replies: 508
Views: 21316

Re: Game #15: (20) Virginia Commonweath - Tuesday @ 7:30pm

We will need to be firing on all cylinders and a sold out RC will give us the extra edge. Zero excuses if you are local not to be there.

Be there. Be loud.

I'm putting myself on vocal rest until tipoff. LETS GO!!!
by EZBuckets
9 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Game #13 Fordham University Wednesday 7PM
Replies: 244
Views: 10597

Re: Game #13 Fordham University Wednesday 7PM

Ramster...I was 3 feet away and Hassan's block was squeaky clean. There may have been some minor contact on the way back down but that's not a foul that should ever be called with a minute left in the game.
by EZBuckets
9 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Game #13 Fordham University Wednesday 7PM
Replies: 244
Views: 10597

Re: Game #13 Fordham University Wednesday 7PM

Some more observations: -- I think the crowd was quiet because we couldn't believe we were in jeopardy of losing to Fordham. -- E.C. and Jarvis were able to get into the lane any time they wanted. -- Aside to EZbuckets: yelling during timeouts leaves us with less energy to yell during the game. -- ...
by EZBuckets
9 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Game #10: Detroit - Saturday @ 4pm
Replies: 156
Views: 8563

Re: Game #10: Detroit - Saturday @ 4pm

I'll just leave this here...

by EZBuckets
9 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Game #10: Detroit - Saturday @ 4pm
Replies: 156
Views: 8563

Re: Game #10: Detroit - Saturday @ 4pm

rhodyrudder wrote:I will cherish buckets' ugly sweater forever!
I'm glad it's in good hands. That thing screams family heirloom.
by EZBuckets
9 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Game #9: Delaware State - GameDay!
Replies: 149
Views: 6229

Re: Game #9: Delaware State - GameDay!

Love hearing some of those teams from the 60's and 70's from you guys. Also, how would one get ahold of any film from like the 98 season? I had a VHS of highlights that recapped the entire '98 season which was one of my prized possessions. Making that trip to St. Louis as a 14 year old is still one...
by EZBuckets
9 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Game #8: @ Providence College - GameDay!!
Replies: 408
Views: 15877

Re: Game #8: @ Providence College - GameDay!!

Agree with much of this, but I'm not crazy about people who stand a lot. Sure, when it's warranted after a big play or for the final couple of minutes of a close game. But if your right to stand interferes with my right to see the game .... They have seats for a reason. Oh I can definitely understa...
by EZBuckets
9 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Game #8: @ Providence College - GameDay!!
Replies: 408
Views: 15877

Re: Game #8: @ Providence College - GameDay!!

You have all done a great job breaking down the game. My two cents on topics outside the actual gameplay: -The game presentation and atmosphere at the Dunk vs The Ryan Center is night and day. I know I'm biased but I saw nothing even close to "enviable" attending that game that I'd wish to...
by EZBuckets
9 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Game #5: Santa Clara Broncos - 2:30pm ESPNU - GameDay!
Replies: 109
Views: 5411

Re: Game #5: Santa Clara Broncos - 2:30pm ESPNU - GameDay!

Billyboy78 wrote:.So, Koch covered the PC/Yale game today. I guess there is now way the PC Journal is sending anyone to Florida to cover lowly URI.
KMac is in Orlando with the team.
by EZBuckets
9 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Game #5: Santa Clara Broncos - 2:30pm ESPNU - GameDay!
Replies: 109
Views: 5411

Re: Game #5: Santa Clara Broncos - 2:30pm ESPNU - GameDay!

Biggie & Watson played great today. A fantastic effort all-around.

I'm hopeful that any shooting woes we encounter as the season progresses will likely be outweighed by our brutally aggressive defense.
by EZBuckets
9 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Game #5: Santa Clara Broncos - 2:30pm ESPNU - GameDay!
Replies: 109
Views: 5411

Re: Game #5: Santa Clara Broncos - 2:30pm ESPNU - GameDay!

twisted3829 wrote:Watson now 1 for 10 from the free throw line, and 1 for his last 1!
No..he hit 2 at the stripe yesterday.
by EZBuckets
9 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Game #3 - Rhode Island vs. (21) Nebraska - Saturday, Nov. 22
Replies: 357
Views: 15180

Re: Game #3 - Rhode Island vs. (21) Nebraska - Saturday, Nov

I got my hands on some footage of the final seconds of the game in glorious HD and uploaded it on YouTube.

Enjoy.

by EZBuckets
9 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: In Game P.A. Announcer
Replies: 57
Views: 4205

Re: In Game P.A. Announcer

EZbuckets does a good job for what he's asked to do but I could do without having anyone perform that role. I liked it more when it was just Mancuso and nothing else during timeouts. As far as Mancuso, I really hope he left on his own accord and wasn't asked to leave. I once told Mancuso that I tho...
by EZBuckets
9 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: In Game P.A. Announcer
Replies: 57
Views: 4205

Re: In Game P.A. Announcer

Dan Yorke whole gig on the radio and during the game defines unprofessionalism. However I have been critical of ez buckets in the past I thought he did a great job last night. I agree that EZ Buckets did a great job. A couple of voice lessons for the singing wouldn't hurt though :D . I don't know w...
by EZBuckets
9 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Game #3 - Rhode Island vs. (21) Nebraska - Saturday, Nov. 22
Replies: 357
Views: 15180

Re: Game #3 - Rhode Island vs. (21) Nebraska - Saturday, Nov

UNREAL night. UNREAL atmosphere. I don't even know what else to say. Now if you'll excuse me...I've got a few gallons of tea w/ honey and lemon calling my name. Great job, Buckets! It must have been nice to have a great crowd to work with. Thank you. The enthusiasm of the students and the crowd was...
by EZBuckets
9 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Game #3 - Rhode Island vs. (21) Nebraska - Saturday, Nov. 22
Replies: 357
Views: 15180

Re: Game #3 - Rhode Island vs. (21) Nebraska - Saturday, Nov

UNREAL night. UNREAL atmosphere.

I don't even know what else to say.

Now if you'll excuse me...I've got a few gallons of tea w/ honey and lemon calling my name.
by EZBuckets
9 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Nebraska: PROJECT PACK THE HOUSE !
Replies: 336
Views: 14484

Re: Nebraska: PROJECT PACK THE HOUSE !

Bored at work....

(You're welcome in advance RhodyJay)


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by EZBuckets
9 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Nebraska: PROJECT PACK THE HOUSE !
Replies: 336
Views: 14484

Re: Nebraska: PROJECT PACK THE HOUSE !

Calling out students for poor attendance before the game even happens is a little premature, no? I have faith that between word of mouth and the efforts of the Marketing staff leading up to the game, we will have a solid student turnout. Although students ignite the spark & are vital to set the ...
by EZBuckets
9 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Game #1 - vs. Pace - Friday, Nov. 14, 7pm
Replies: 189
Views: 9251

Re: Game #1 - vs. Pace - Friday, Nov. 14, 7pm

EZBuckets, I know it wasn't your fault, but the Dunkin donuts shirt launch fiasco was one of the more entertaining fails that I've seen at any sporting event. :lol: :lol: :lol: It wasn't very funny at the time, but in retrospect it must have been an entertaining trainwreck for the fans. In the chao...
by EZBuckets
9 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Game #1 - vs. Pace - Friday, Nov. 14, 7pm
Replies: 189
Views: 9251

Re: Game #1 - vs. Pace - Friday, Nov. 14, 7pm

I had the same complaints about the PA system volume at the beginning of last year, and I felt they improved it over the course of the season. It was the first game for the A/V people too, and they're working with a new system. I'd imagine it will get better. Just to clarify... The new video/tech u...