Rhody Madness 2014

Tom98 · Unread post by **Tom98** » 9 years ago

Does anybody know when midnight madness is this year??? I know most schools already have announced this event.

Ram Stampede!!! · Unread post by **Ram Stampede!!!** » 9 years ago

Was just wondering that myself. Have not heard a thing...

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

Rhody Madness has not been held on the first official day of practice since they moved that date earlier in the year. Look for an event around the same time as it was held last season. There WILL be one.

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

Just went back in the posts to last year's Madness. It was on Oct 17th, a Thursday night.

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

Was it still called Midnight Madness last year or has the name changed? When I was at URI, SAA ran Midnight Madness, and they have an event Thursday 10/23 from 7-9 in Keaney Gym they're calling Rhody Rally. I'm not sure if that's a new name for Midnight Madness or if they've been cut out of running it and this is an event for the Homecoming game.

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

Do they still have a bonfire?

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

I posted this on another thread... I'm assuming that Madness will be Wed, Oct 15 based on this tweet...

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

RoadyJay wrote:I posted this on another thread... I'm assuming that Madness will be Wed, Oct 15 based on this tweet...

But then again, how many of the Ramettes do you think are math majors?

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

Have a great year RAMETTES !

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

Rammettes = ECR smoke-out. Works every time!

Puck Frovidence · Unread post by **Puck Frovidence** » 9 years ago

RhowdyRam02 wrote:Was it still called Midnight Madness last year or has the name changed? When I was at URI, SAA ran Midnight Madness, and they have an event Thursday 10/23 from 7-9 in Keaney Gym they're calling Rhody Rally. I'm not sure if that's a new name for Midnight Madness or if they've been cut out of running it and this is an event for the Homecoming game.

theblueram wrote:Do they still have a bonfire?

Am 99% certain the Rhody Rally is the homecoming event. They usually have a bonfire after and lately a local band. The madness event still goes on separately, usually earlier than homecoming.

Taylor Swift · Unread post by **Taylor Swift** » 9 years ago

An intern started at the company I work for, and just met him yesterday. Turns out he is a senior this year. I asked him if he ever goes to any of the games, and he said "sometimes". Much better answer than "never". He then asked me if there was "a really good guy named E.W. on the team"

twisted3829 · Unread post by **twisted3829** » 9 years ago

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

I guess that's a way to get the students there.

Rhodymob05 · Unread post by **Rhodymob05** » 9 years ago

So that's an enormous upgrade from last year. Whether you like ace hoods music or not, that's a fantastic marketing idea. And at the Ryan center? Recruits are going to love that. Well done

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

Agree with Rhodymob. PC has Big Sean. Neither are A-list artists, but much better than nothing in terms of exciting students and creating an atmosphere. I would suggest the "purists" stay home for this one and see the big picture.

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

BAR, do you mean Sean94 is performing for PC's Madness???
Guess we underestimated him, huh?

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

Rhodymob05 wrote:So that's an enormous upgrade from last year. Whether you like ace hoods music or not, that's a fantastic marketing idea. And at the Ryan center? Recruits are going to love that. Well done

I agree, Ace Hood was an excellent choice. He'll go over very well with the students.

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

His brother Robin is more well known.

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

Rod, you will love this video. Also, check out his ADIDAS pumps
If my link does not work, Google "I woke up in a Bugatti" Maybe we can get a Rhody cap in his next video.

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

Um, I think waking up might all he'd be able to do in a Bugatti.
They cost 1.25 million, and look like a giant vacuum cleaner.
I'll pass on the video, though. Thanks.
I never quiet got the sneeker culture, do you? Johnston and Murphy are more
to my liking. To each his own.
Now come the "old" and "generational" comments.......

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

Wow, Ace Hood, I hope he performs a version of Bugatti, his biggest hit. The lyrics and the concept behind the rap are awesome!! For those who like to play with fire, but on a first class basis, this is the guy to hear and see.

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

I like it.

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

Barf!

Rhody74 · Unread post by **Rhody74** » 9 years ago

I'm not a hip-hop fan, so I'll probably skip this, but if it attracts and excites students and the teams, I'm all for it.

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

I am a hip hop fan but think Ace Hood is garbage. That said, I am not the target market for this event and I think "any" entertainment is a positive step forward.

They should have gotten the kid Mike Stud, he is getting a lot of buzz in the music industry and is a Rhode Island kid. I think he lives in LA now, but I am sure he would have loved to play a URI event. Oh well, that's not my job, and I guess Ace Hood has more name value right now. To me he is just a really really really poor man's Lil Wayne.

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

BAR, I think Ace Hood was selected because of a more extensive recordings and connections. He was also a featured artist on the NBA 2K10 basketball video game that highlighted Kobe Bryant. I don't think he is garbage, but he will appeal to many especially the team itself. Rough lyrics.

But I do agree on Mike Stud. URI should try to get him for a future event. The big guy, a Dookie graduate (also St Ray's) has one sweet voice!

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

I hear ya Obes, Ace Hood had his moment a few years ago (hence his feature on NBA2k10) and never really broke into the mainstream. That said, I am sure the college age demo likes him a lot more than me so as I said I am all for it.

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

Maybe they got Hood because he's an Addidas guy?

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

Now this will be the latest arms race in the recruiting wars. Guys will make visits based on the group at Madness. Kentucky will bring in JayZ and Beyoncé and BYU will roll out the Osmonds.

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

I'm psyched that it's in the Ryan Center this year, and with musical entertainment!!

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

Good Adidas connection! I'm still very impressed by this. A national act for free?? For madness? Seems like a big deal.

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

It's definitely not for free for Ace Hood. He is getting paid.

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

Ace Hood has a personal wealth of $5,000,000................

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

Yea admission is free. So obviously there is the fee and they aren't looking to charge at the door. I think its a big deal to have a national act and deliver it for free.

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

"Ace Hood has a personal wealth of $5,000,000................"

Gee, only 295 million more and he can catch John Bon jovi.

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

But much more than Ace of Base.

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

I'd be slightly more motivated to attend if the Temps and Tops came back reincarnated.

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

neil wrote:I'd be slightly more motivated to attend if the Temps and Tops came back reincarnated.

I'll settle for the reincarnation of Rhody Hoops!!!

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

I'm not an Ace Hood fan but this is awesome!! Just another step in the right direction towards legitimizing this program. I hope there will be lots of recruits in the building for Rhody Madness, should be a great event.

RIKen822 · Unread post by **RIKen822** » 9 years ago

I'm trying to figure out if Hood is flipping 'the bird' in the photo in the email that the athletic department sent out!

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

Looks like he's taking a dump.

Taylor Swift · Unread post by **Taylor Swift** » 9 years ago

I think Lionel Richie would have been great for Rhody Madness.

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

Taylor Swift lives in Watch Hill ....

Blue Man · Unread post by **Blue Man** » 9 years ago

I feel old not knowing who ace hood was - that said, we aren't the target market for midnight madness, nor should we be.

This is the type of shit we've always been missing - stuff that gets recruits and students hyped. Great job by the athletic department on this.

Micheal_Phelps_22 · Unread post by **Micheal_Phelps_22** » 9 years ago

Any idea what time this will start? Pats vs Jets kickoff is at 8:25. It won't keep me away but it might sway some students to skip this for the football game if they are at the same time.

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

Starts at 7:30pm. These things usually don't last very long so shouldn't miss much of Pats-Jets. Set your DVRs and get your ass to the Ryan Center

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twisted3829 · Unread post by **twisted3829** » 9 years ago

i knew that date sounded familiar, I won't be at Rhody Madness this year

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

The last few Madnesses have been so-so, compared to the
Harrick ones, which were wild.
No little scrimages, to get some vague idea of how new players look.
Slam dunk contests? Not the same.
I'm passing on this, too. I'll have all season to see them play for real.
Meanwhile, Pat-Jets have my attention.

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

This event is for the college kids. It is the equivalent of a high school pep rally. It is geared to get the student body and players excited for the season and caters to their interests.

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