Game #24: Massachusetts - Wednesday @ 7pm

Unread post by **TruePoint** » 9 years ago

skwalk47 wrote:
TruePoint wrote:
BornNBred33 wrote:For anyone from Massachusetts who is a bit to far away, the game will be airing on CSN new england. BOOOYA

Anyone want to meet up at a bar in the Boston area?

If they get the trains running and I actually go into the office tomorrow, I might be down.

RF1 · Unread post by **RF1** » 9 years ago

ace wrote:Will Jon Stewart be there?

He won't be. He will instead be watching his alma mater, A-10 partner Richmond play (SBU) from the NYC area where the Daily Show tapes its episodes.

McRam · Unread post by **McRam** » 9 years ago

3wisemen wrote:RoadyJay, you're famous.

Via the UMass message board:

'Also if you have never been to a game at URI they have this weird creepy overweight bald guy that sits front row on the end line near the umass bench. He holds up these signs it seems took days to produce mocking or making fun of the other team. Probably in his 50s and taunts the Mullins Milita on multiple occasions I have been there. Just Something is off with him. (However if he does have any actual disabilities of anykind I apologize for disliking this one fan)'

'^+1000000000. Cannot stand that guy. Came to the Mullins Center a few years ago and would yell during UMass free throws. Also started jawing at us in the student section.'

Roady Jay you are now my hero. What we need is a second "roady jay" holding signs and yelling during free throws etc. Can't imagine their board if that would happen. I would volunteer, after all I fit the wierd, overweight, bald guy requirement, but, unfortunately live in Florida. Any other volunteers???

McRam · Unread post by **McRam** » 9 years ago

theblueram wrote:And one other thing...... Our current "mascot" is a no show. And it reminds me of the epic fail of the last decade. Bring back our MASCOT!!!! I want to see Rhody sliding across center court again and going nuts!!!!!

So my question is if the real Rhody Ram takes off the St.Joseph's Hawks wings, what does he take off a minute-man?

ramfan85 · Unread post by **ramfan85** » 9 years ago

rodfromcranston wrote:Don't forget to invite Jerry D to give the toast.
CFL could be an usher.
I understand that Jason Francis is now a professional driver,
so he can drive the limo.
Levan Shengalia can stand at the door to keep the univited
paparazi out.
You should let me plan this. We can get this on E, and tell them
you're a Kardashian cousin. E could pay for everything.
This could be epic!

Just don't let EC throw the garter.

SmartyBarrett · Unread post by **SmartyBarrett** » 9 years ago

TruePoint wrote:
skwalk47 wrote:Anyone want to meet up at a bar in the Boston area?
If they get the trains running and I actually go into the office tomorrow, I might be down.

I'm 100 percent down for this... pending the trains, as TP said. But I assume most would be in that boat.

ace · Unread post by **ace** » 9 years ago

adam914 · Unread post by **adam914** » 9 years ago

Ace that's interesting and all, but what does it have to do with Hurley leaving for Seton Hall?

ace · Unread post by **ace** » 9 years ago

adam914 wrote:Ace that's interesting and all, but what does it have to do with Hurley leaving for Seton Hall?

Every post I give you comes with Hurley in a Seton Hall jersey. What more do you want from me?!

rodfromcranston · Unread post by **rodfromcranston** » 9 years ago

I heard Chris Christie is flying in to RI, to convince Dan
how much better NJ is then RI.

ramfan85 · Unread post by **ramfan85** » 9 years ago

I hope he flies US Air. That'll teach him. It sure taught me a lesson last week.

adam914 · Unread post by **adam914** » 9 years ago

ace wrote:
adam914 wrote:Ace that's interesting and all, but what does it have to do with Hurley leaving for Seton Hall?
Every post I give you comes with Hurley in a Seton Hall jersey. What more do you want from me?!

Hahaha, well played!

adam914 · Unread post by **adam914** » 9 years ago

Seriously though, 6 point favorites is interesting. I would have maybe thought it'd be a little closer but we have been good at home.

SmartyBarrett · Unread post by **SmartyBarrett** » 9 years ago

ace wrote:

UMass is 16-8 ATS this year, FWIW.

adam914 · Unread post by **adam914** » 9 years ago

SmartyBarrett wrote:
ace wrote:
UMass is 16-8 ATS this year, FWIW.

Yeah, one of the best ATS records in the country. I mean I'm sure a 2-4 point game either way would shock nobody.

Rhody83 · Unread post by **Rhody83** » 9 years ago

I am a new poster to the board. Have read it for a few years.
Rhody grad living in Springfield area. This is the biggest game of the year for me.
I am getting amped up already. Leaving early tomorrow for dinner near campus.
Article today in Springfield paper today about what UMass needs to do to have a chance for NCAA tournament - "win two out of next three on the road vs URI, VCU and GW." Good luck with that.

Hoping the ride back tomorrow night isn't like Saturday's 3+ hour ride.
Rhody, Rhody, Rhody!

section(105) · Unread post by **section(105)** » 9 years ago

Rhody83, welcome aboard, Rams, Rams, Rams....

luke · Unread post by **luke** » 9 years ago

For those in the Philly, South Jersey area, Comcast Network is picking up the SNY broadcast of the UMASS game. So, between SNY and Comcast, most in NJ will be able to watch. Comcast has picked up several of the SNY broadcasts this season of URI and other A10 teams. It has been a pleasant surprise.

Iggy1979 · Unread post by **Iggy1979** » 9 years ago

Rhody83 wrote:I am a new poster to the board. Have read it for a few years.
Rhody grad living in Springfield area. This is the biggest game of the year for me.
I am getting amped up already. Leaving early tomorrow for dinner near campus.
Article today in Springfield paper today about what UMass needs to do to have a chance for NCAA tournament - "win two out of next three on the road vs URI, VCU and GW." Good luck with that.

Hoping the ride back tomorrow night isn't like Saturday's 3+ hour ride.
Rhody, Rhody, Rhody!

Rhody83: Dinner on me. We need more fans like you.

Ramblinrose · Unread post by **Ramblinrose** » 9 years ago

It would be a way to draw students. The year Dick Vitale camped URI-St. Joe's, most stuedents were excited mainly about seeing him. Read that Dickie V. is off the Duke-UNC game. Beginning of fade out.

gazakaza · Unread post by **gazakaza** » 9 years ago

I'm getting so excited for tomorrow. I just need you guys to give me some more ideas for chants for the student section for tomorrow. Already planning the I Believe chant for right at the beginning of the game.

bigappleram · Unread post by **bigappleram** » 9 years ago

If the students can assure it doesnt sound like a funeral until the last 5 minutes that would be great.

Anything chanted in unison works, dont need to make it too difficult. I wish our students could learn the fight song, that sung by a large group of drunkards could be great.

My only request, I hate the "You Cant do that" chant - it was witty years ago now it just sounds lame.

ElmCityRhody · Unread post by **ElmCityRhody** » 9 years ago

How about some form of a Yankee bleacher creatures role call for the starting 5 and coach Hurley at the beginning of games ?.. Might be stupid but it will be a way to stay loud for a few mins after the game started and show some support.. Could start a new tradition..

Rhody15 · Unread post by **Rhody15** » 9 years ago

One thing that gets me nervous is that Lalane was awful last game, Esho was in foul trouble and barely played second half and we still lost. Gonna have to contain them and hold them under 30 points. Gil seemed healthier last game, let's hope he can stay outta foul trouble.

adam914 · Unread post by **adam914** » 9 years ago

Some great quotes in here. The guys sound ready...

http://www.independentri.com/rhody_over ... 20d5b.html

rodfromcranston · Unread post by **rodfromcranston** » 9 years ago

Again, Gil played 19 minutes and Martin played 23.
We made Esho look like Kevin Durant. That won't happen again.
Coleman isn't going to go off on us, either.
Just don't foul 50 feet from the basket and we'll be fine.

Rhody15 · Unread post by **Rhody15** » 9 years ago

Terrell vs Gordon will be a fun matchup to watch, both are very good defenders with inconsistent offensive games.

Obadiah · Unread post by **Obadiah** » 9 years ago

How are ticket sales for this game??

Unread post by **TruePoint** » 9 years ago

Obadiah wrote:How are ticket sales for this game??

Appears to be low inventory in the 200 level. Upper level has some work to do, and you can't really get a good read on it anyways from the Ryan ticket website because when they show available seats they aren't necessarily showing everything. Sometimes they hold tickets back until demand warrants they release them

RhowdyRam02 · Unread post by **RhowdyRam02** » 9 years ago

As if tomorrow night wasn't already big enough, board favorite Alexa Datt will be present for this one.

theblueram · Unread post by **theblueram** » 9 years ago

As long as the students show up, we should be good.

rambone 78 · Unread post by **rambone 78** » 9 years ago

7000+ should be on hand.

A LOUD 7000+ will be fine.....

Rhody83 · Unread post by **Rhody83** » 9 years ago

gazakaza wrote:I'm getting so excited for tomorrow. I just need you guys to give me some more ideas for chants for the student section for tomorrow. Already planning the I Believe chant for right at the beginning of the game.

I like the idea of the fight song. It isn't very hard.
Blueman can help you lead it.

I'm Rhode Island born and Rhode Island bred
and when I die I'll be Rhode Island dead.
So go go Rhode Island, URI!

Billyboy78 · Unread post by **Billyboy78** » 9 years ago

TruePoint wrote:
Obadiah wrote:How are ticket sales for this game??
Appears to be low inventory in the 200 level. Upper level has some work to do, and you can't really get a good read on it anyways from the Ryan ticket website because when they show available seats they aren't necessarily showing everything. Sometimes they hold tickets back until demand warrants they release them

It appears they're doing that for the 200 level seats too. For instance, yesterday there were 32 seats available in section 203. Today, there are 50. In 208 yesterday, there were 38. Today, there are 49. And I know I'm obsessing about this. I'm just trying to figure out what they're doing and why they're doing it.

STC · Unread post by **STC** » 9 years ago

RhowdyRam02 wrote:As if tomorrow night wasn't already big enough, board favorite Alexa Datt will be present for this one.

Datt ass

Unread post by **TruePoint** » 9 years ago

Billyboy78 wrote:
TruePoint wrote:
Obadiah wrote:How are ticket sales for this game??
Appears to be low inventory in the 200 level. Upper level has some work to do, and you can't really get a good read on it anyways from the Ryan ticket website because when they show available seats they aren't necessarily showing everything. Sometimes they hold tickets back until demand warrants they release them
It appears they're doing that for the 200 level seats too. For instance, yesterday there were 32 seats available in section 203. Today, there are 50. In 208 yesterday, there were 38. Today, there are 49. And I know I'm obsessing about this. I'm just trying to figure out what they're doing and why they're doing it.

I think they are doing it wherever they have excess inventory. Most sections in the 200s are nearly all sold out, but where there are a lot of unsold seats they'll release them in groups like they do the others. 203 and 208 aren't exactly the most in-demand parts of the building. I'm sure there is a rationale behind it.

bressler3south · Unread post by **bressler3south** » 9 years ago

STC wrote:
RhowdyRam02 wrote:As if tomorrow night wasn't already big enough, board favorite Alexa Datt will be present for this one.
Datt ass

Here ya go, STC….Everything you need to know to strike up a good conversation!
http://alexapeter.ourwedding.com
By-the-way: when you talk to her, are you going to stand behind her??????????????

rodfromcranston · Unread post by **rodfromcranston** » 9 years ago

Beauty and The Beast.

eli#10 · Unread post by **eli#10** » 9 years ago

OK I give up--not to be out of touch but what is the connection to Alexa??

rambone 78 · Unread post by **rambone 78** » 9 years ago

NESN reporter.

STC · Unread post by **STC** » 9 years ago

bressler3south wrote:
STC wrote:
RhowdyRam02 wrote:As if tomorrow night wasn't already big enough, board favorite Alexa Datt will be present for this one.
Datt ass
Here ya go, STC….Everything you need to know to strike up a good conversation!
http://alexapeter.ourwedding.com
By-the-way: when you talk to her, are you going to stand behind her??????????????

I look at her husband and think 'damn I had a chance'. Honestly though, Datt doesn't do it for me. Probably my Boston bias here but Jamie Erdahl and Jenny Dell are way hotter. Dell is no doubt the worst sideline reporter in terms of delivery ever. Don't think she has ever delivered a report without fumbling her words... must be that UMass education.

Molly McGrath also deserves some love from her days as a Celtics sideline reporter.

Unread post by **TruePoint** » 9 years ago

Kay Adams for me.

theblueram · Unread post by **theblueram** » 9 years ago

gazakaza wrote:I'm getting so excited for tomorrow. I just need you guys to give me some more ideas for chants for the student section for tomorrow. Already planning the I Believe chant for right at the beginning of the game.

Right now, were we are, the I Believe chant is the one. The guys will certainly get amped. As will the fans. It's your building. Take it over.

STC · Unread post by **STC** » 9 years ago

TruePoint wrote:Kay Adams for me.

Totally agree. Hot, knows her stuff and seems like she would be really fun to grab a drink with.

rodfromcranston · Unread post by **rodfromcranston** » 9 years ago

Kay Adams married Michael Corleone.
Heidi Watney for me.

PeterRamTime · Unread post by **PeterRamTime** » 9 years ago

The I believe chant is annoying. Especially since we are favored to win. It's just really annoyingly cliche to me at this point.
But if everybody there likes it and gets them riled up then I'm all for it.
When UMass comes out on the court everybody should start gagging.

Or literally throw up.

RhowdyRam02 · Unread post by **RhowdyRam02** » 9 years ago

Alexa Datt was the one that did the interview with Bill Murray at last year's Fordham game and caught the fancy of many board members.

As for sideline reporters, I'm a Jamie Ehrdahl guy

STC · Unread post by **STC** » 9 years ago

PeterRamTime wrote:The I believe chant is annoying. Especially since we are favored to win. It's just really annoyingly cliche to me at this point.
But if everybody there likes it and gets them riled up then I'm all for it.
When UMass comes out on the court everybody should start gagging.

Or literally throw up.

Yes! The I believe chant is so played out. But yeah, its a start. Our student section has a long way to go and still makes me roll my eyes a lot of the time.

URI96 · Unread post by **URI96** » 9 years ago

Two words: Allie Laforce

Rhody15 · Unread post by **Rhody15** » 9 years ago

Is it 7:00 yet???