Southland Offseason Thread

[ETSUfan1]

SEC to announce 10-game, conference-only schedule plan, possibly as early as today.


Looks like UCA will lose some cash not playing Missouri. :(


Depends on the contract. You can’t claim act of God and then play 10 games.

[BEAR]

Depends on the contract. You can’t claim act of God and then play 10 games.

Man but I had it all planned out! Hotel, restaurants, and everything that goes with it!

[ETSUfan1]

Yep, was excited to be in Athens, Ga this year. Oh well.

[BEAR]

Dang. It's official. SEC goes 10 game conference sched. Boo!

[BEAR]

(https://twitter.com/BradTeague)Brad Teague
@BradTeague (https://twitter.com/BradTeague)

I have read the news from the SEC. I am disappointed for our student-athletes that they will not be playing at Mizzou. We intend to work on a replacement for that game and to play a full schedule. As everything is fluid, we will continue to update Bear Nation

[SFA 93]

We got Auburn to replace Alabama A&M but that's gone now.

Looking for a Big 12 team now, most likely TCU.
https://twitter.com/CoachCarthel/status/1288961596585320449?s=20

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EeNPvWpWAAArklt?format=jpg&name=medium

[McCowboys]

We got Auburn to replace Alabama A&M but that's gone now.

Looking for a Big 12 team now, most likely TCU.
https://twitter.com/CoachCarthel/status/1288961596585320449?s=20

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EeNPvWpWAAArklt?format=jpg&name=medium

Wouldn't it be awful if that is accomplished only to have the Big 12 to go to a conference only schedule.
Look on the bright side. You could be BYU which has had SIX of its games cancelled.

[Daytripper]

Not football, but General Colin Powell will be the commencement speaker at Sam Houston State's virtual commencement tomorrow. Pretty nice get. https://www.shsu.edu/today@sam/T@S/article/2020/virtual-commencement-celebration-info?fbclid=IwAR3Y65K035OYqPUkYrYxZsIt2KDbiwDgdxtX GdtX8aU8BtRYdJwfZBsOLTE

[lionsrking2]

Any more news from SLC teams? xeyebrowx

Nothing new on the UCA front. Players ready to practice. Coaches ready to coach. Fans ready for some football.

The first game against Austin Peay will look so sloppy. No formal practices. No hitting. WRs and QBs not getting the timing down. Defense not getting in any stops. Ugh. I'm not sure team chemistry will happen for many teams this season...if we have one!

Our team has been on campus since July 5, going through the voluntary workouts phase, progressing into the organized team activities over the last week or so. Barring a Tulane cancellation or postponement, we'll kick off the official start of fall camp on Wednesday, August 5. Obviously safety is paramount for all but it would be disappointing to have any or all of the 2020 season altered or canceled. Expectations are extremely high for this football team.

[BEAR]

Our team has been on campus since July 5, going through the voluntary workouts phase, progressing into the organized team activities over the last week or so. Barring a Tulane cancellation or postponement, we'll kick off the official start of fall camp on Wednesday, August 5. Obviously safety is paramount for all but it would be disappointing to have any or all of the 2020 season altered or canceled. Expectations are extremely high for this football team.

I think most of the SLC teams have done similar since then. But full practices are what every team needs. I hope our game with Austin Peay still happens on the 29th on ESPN...but who knows at this point...xeyebrowx

[BEAR]

UCA players getting to hit the field again!

Freshman DT J'Mani Gibson 6'2" 325

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EeQwIuEX0AAah5S?format=jpg&name=small

[BEAR]

Former UCA coach and great guy to my boys D.J. Looney ( now a Rajin Cajun coach) passed away from a heart attack at practice this morning. He was 31. Rest In Peace funny man! :(

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[McCowboys]

Former UCA coach and great guy to my boys D.J. Looney ( now a Rajin Cajun coach) passed away from a heart attack at practice this morning. He was 31. Rest In Peace funny man! :(

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31? Heart attack? How awful and way too young! RIP.

[Derby City Duke]

Former UCA coach and great guy to my boys D.J. Looney ( now a Rajin Cajun coach) passed away from a heart attack at practice this morning. He was 31. Rest In Peace funny man! :(

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Terrible news! Prayers of comfort and peace to his family and friends.

[Daytripper]

Former UCA coach and great guy to my boys D.J. Looney ( now a Rajin Cajun coach) passed away from a heart attack at practice this morning. He was 31. Rest In Peace funny man! :(

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Crap! 31. Way too soon. His entire life was in front of him. RIP. Peace and comfort to his family and friends.

[Bisonoline]

Former UCA coach and great guy to my boys D.J. Looney ( now a Rajin Cajun coach) passed away from a heart attack at practice this morning. He was 31. Rest In Peace funny man! :(

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Hate a see a coaching building block of the future leave us way too soon.

[blueGOldMOCS]

Former UCA coach and great guy to my boys D.J. Looney ( now a Rajin Cajun coach) passed away from a heart attack at practice this morning. He was 31. Rest In Peace funny man! :(

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So sad to see someone so young pass away.


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[Daytripper]

Looks like P.J. Hall won't be playing in Vegas this season. Hope he gets a fresh start with the Vikings.

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[McNeese75]

Now that really sucks. Having to give up LV for Minnesota xeyebrowx

[Daytripper]

Now that really sucks. Having to give up LV for Minnesota xeyebrowx

xnodxxnodxxnodx

[bonarae]

Meanwhile... Nicholls reveals name of businessman who donated for football stadium...

https://www.houmatoday.com/news/20200803/businessman-who-gave-nicholls-its-biggest-single-donation-revealed

[McNeese75]

Good for NSU. Long overdue

[Daytripper]

Meanwhile... Nicholls reveals name of businessman who donated for football stadium...

https://www.houmatoday.com/news/20200803/businessman-who-gave-nicholls-its-biggest-single-donation-revealed

https://media.giphy.com/media/kUFlw7XaGE36w/giphy.gif

[lionsrking2]

Southeastern Louisiana opened fall camp this morning with two split squad practices

https://twitter.com/LionUpFootball/status/1291157985759297541?s=20

https://twitter.com/KBatisteJr/status/1291186204319285248?s=20

[BEAR]

Just got off the phone with UCA AD Brad Teague who tells me as of right now, the Southland Conference still intends to play football this fall even if there is no FCS playoffs. And if the Southland postpones or cancels football, UCA will still try to play. - George Stoia III

[BEAR]

A little UCA practice....

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EesjpQ-X0AAn_7E?format=jpg&name=360x360

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Eenpy3jXgAEqvpu?format=jpg&name=small

[lionsrking2]

SLU Practice Report


https://youtu.be/nP4WDJ8rOdk

[McNeese72]

Well, if we eventually don't get to play football, at least, we have a new scoreboard. Would really like to use it this season, though. :)

Doc

Photo by Raymond Stewart

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[cx500d]

Well, if we eventually don't get to play football, at least, we have a new scoreboard. Would really like to use it this season, though. :)

Doc

Photo by Raymond Stewart

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I'm guessing any opponents would use it more.

[BEAR]

Well, if we eventually don't get to play football, at least, we have a new scoreboard. Would really like to use it this season, though. :)

Doc

Photo by Raymond Stewart

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Nice! What are the video area dimensions on that thing?

[McNeese72]

Nice! What are the video area dimensions on that thing?

Don't know the dimensions yet but the only part that is not video board is the part at the top where the speaker grills have yet to be placed.

Doc

[McNeese72]

The scoreboard was the good news.

Now for the bad news:

"MCNEESE FOOTBALL TO DELAY START OF FALL CAMPLAKE CHARLES – McNeese Football will delay the start of fall camp, head football coach Frank Wilson announced on Thursday.
The Cowboys were originally scheduled to begin camp on Friday morning at 9 a.m. for the first of two, split squad practices, with the other beginning at 3:45.
“On Wednesday, the NCAA released new guidelines for all of its schools in Divisions I, II and III. McNeese is in the process of implementing plans to meet all of these new guidelines,” said Interim Director of Athletics Heath Schroyer.
No date has been set for the start of camp at this time."


So far the year 2020 sucks!!!!

Doc

[lionsrking2]

The scoreboard was the good news.

Now for the bad news:

"MCNEESE FOOTBALL TO DELAY START OF FALL CAMPLAKE CHARLES – McNeese Football will delay the start of fall camp, head football coach Frank Wilson announced on Thursday.
The Cowboys were originally scheduled to begin camp on Friday morning at 9 a.m. for the first of two, split squad practices, with the other beginning at 3:45.
“On Wednesday, the NCAA released new guidelines for all of its schools in Divisions I, II and III. McNeese is in the process of implementing plans to meet all of these new guidelines,” said Interim Director of Athletics Heath Schroyer.
No date has been set for the start of camp at this time."


So far the year 2020 sucks!!!!

Doc

We began practice yesterday but did not go this morning for the same reasons. Supposedly back on the field tomorrow afternoon.

[McNeese72]

We began practice yesterday but did not go this morning for the same reasons. Supposedly back on the field tomorrow afternoon.

Might have to be changing some things to meet the new guidelines released Wednesday.

Doc

[lionsrking2]

Might have to be changing some things to meet the new guidelines released Wednesday.

Doc

Everybody is. It's a new world.

[McNeese72]

There just went the McNeese Northern Colorado home game.

Doc

[BEAR]

Man we got a game on ESPN in 23 days.... we've been practicing! WE GOTTA! xlolx

[BEAR]

Just checked out the FCS Kickoff game seating for the UCA v. Austin Peay game.

Social distancing to the MAX!

Due to State, County and City guidelines, the Guardian FCS Kickoff Classic will observe "6-foot social distancing" in all areas of Cramton Bowl.
In the grandstand seating area, this means every third row will be available to purchase and the available seat blocks within those rows will have 4 empty seats on either side (exception, 2 seats from end of row).

xeekx

I get it. But man the camera shots will be empty. That's IF we can get fans to travel 6 hours with all the covid madness. I'll be there!

[SFA 93]

First team meeting of the year for SFA.

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EeyQq3IWAAAfqtD?format=jpg&name=large

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EeyQq3IXgAAiZFi?format=jpg&name=large

[BEAR]

UCA has picked up Arkansas State for Sept. 19th.

So....

August 29th- Austin Peay
Sept 12- ACU
Sept. 19 Ark. State

[Katfan]

I'm guessing any opponents would use it more.
Ouch. That’s just wrong

[SFA 93]

Carthel talks about being back out.

https://twitter.com/sfa_football/status/1291773934615048193?s=21 (https://twitter.com/sfa_football/status/1291773934615048193?s=21)

[McNeese72]

I am beginning to worry that the cost of all the Covid-19 testing that the NCAA wants will kill our season.

Doc

[lionsrking2]

I am beginning to worry that the cost of all the Covid-19 testing that the NCAA wants will kill our season.

Doc
Not so sure that wasn't the plan all along.

[McNeese75]

MVFC is out now, I think we are done for 2020

[lionsrking2]

MVFC is out now, I think we are done for 2020

It's leaning that way but not necessarily. We don't have the same travel issues the MVFC, Big Sky or CAA have. That said, money for adequate testing will be a hurdle for everyone, especially for those with no FBS game or games. But if you have the financial capability and will to play, you can find a way.

[Daytripper]

Visiting Conway for the first time. Happened through the campus during summer graduation. Seem like a cool college town. Ate brunch at the Patio Cafe.

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[cx500d]

Ouch. That’s just wrong

Tell me it wasn't a little funny...

[BEAR]

Visiting Conway for the first time. Happened through the campus during summer graduation. Seem like a cool college town. Ate brunch at the Patio Cafe.

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Nice. Lots of campus construction going on. Covid has made life awkward for sure. Wish I had known you were here. I’d have treated you to a lunch and a tour! The Stripes weren’t as bad as you thought huh? xlolx

[Daytripper]

Nice. Lots of campus construction going on. Covid has made life awkward for sure. Wish I had known you were here. I’d have treated you to a lunch and a tour! The Stripes weren’t as bad as you thought huh? xlolx

Maybe next time. We are here for a wedding in Cabot. Just sprinted over to Conway to check it out. We plan to come back up for a game when all gets back to normal. UCA is a nice campus. But I was really impressed with Hendrix College. It was beautiful.

[cx500d]

Maybe next time. We are here for a wedding in Cabot. Just sprinted over to Conway to check it out. We plan to come back up for a game when all gets back to normal. UCA is a nice campus. But I was really impressed with Hendrix College. It was beautiful.
Is their field called the “Purple Haze?”

[Daytripper]

Is their field called the “Purple Haze?”

xdrunkyx

[BEAR]

Maybe next time. We are here for a wedding in Cabot. Just sprinted over to Conway to check it out. We plan to come back up for a game when all gets back to normal. UCA is a nice campus. But I was really impressed with Hendrix College. It was beautiful.

Yeah Hendrix is a little Harvard type private school. Very nice and high dollar. No wonder you ate at the patio cafe. Try Stobys on Donaghey down the road from UCA. Long time community restaurant that was rebuilt after a fire. Try the cheese dip and the Stoby sandwich on pita bread. Good stuff. Honestly though Conway has like 200 restaurants. Take your pick.

[Daytripper]

Our only OOC game, Tarleton, cancelled their fall season. Nobody is playing football this fall. It's just a matter of how soon the remaining conferences state that fact.

[lionsrking2]

Our only OOC game, Tarleton, cancelled their fall season. Nobody is playing football this fall. It's just a matter of how soon the remaining conferences state that fact.

We'll see. You might be surprised.

[Daytripper]

We'll see. You might be surprised.

I appreciate your optimism.

[lionsrking2]

I appreciate your optimism.

Not sure how optimistic I am but I know there are alternative discussions being had should the league schedule fall apart. We'll see.

[Daytripper]

Not sure how optimistic I am but I know there are alternative discussions being had should the league schedule fall apart. We'll see.

I know Sam Houston suspended football camp after Tarleton cancelled.

[SFA 93]

Looks like the FBS is trying to do mixed conferences with the programs that want to play, like Ohio State and Nebraska coming down to play in the BIG 12 since the BIG 10 cancelled.

[Daytripper]

Looks like the FBS is trying to do mixed conferences with the programs that want to play, like Ohio State and Nebraska coming down to play in the BIG 12 since the BIG 10 cancelled.

I wonder if the G5 and FCS could do the same?

[blueGOldMOCS]

I think that would be fun. New teams for one season.


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[SFA 93]

Make a list of all the programs regardless of conference who want to play and schedule them according to local or whatever.

Also have money games with the FCS programs that want to play, as well as having a season of mixed FCS program’s that want to play regardless of conference.

[lionsrking2]

I wonder if the G5 and FCS could do the same?

That is a real possibility; or at least being explored.

[SFA 93]

SFA Football Dons Pads in Third Practice of Preseason Camp

While the CFB world hangs precariously in the balance, the mood among the Lumberjacks is a strong and unwavering desire to play this fall.
The sights and sounds of football in Nacogdoches are a welcome distraction for the players, coaches, staff and fans of Stephen F. Austin. Following practice, Coach Caid (https://sfajacks.com/staff.aspx?staff=332)Faske (https://sfajacks.com/staff.aspx?staff=332) was able to articulate some of the focus of the Lumberjacks in these uncertain times and how they have kept their players focused and driven towards the goal of playing this fall.

https://twitter.com/SFA_Football/status/1292904862540333058?s=20 (https://twitter.com/SFA_Football/status/1292904862540333058?s=20)

https://sfajacks.com/images/2020/8/10/_MG_0712.jpg?width=1128&height=635&mode=crop
https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EfEQ2ueXoAA-u8u?format=jpg&name=large
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[lionsrking2]

Southeastern Louisiana Practice Report No. 3

https://lionsports.net/news/2020/8/10/southeastern-football-fall-practice-report-no-3.aspx (https://lionsports.net/news/2020/8/10/southeastern-football-fall-practice-report-no-3.aspx)

https://lionsports.net/images/2020/8/10/jones_taron_fall_camp_action_web_a080520_358.jpg
https://lionsports.net/images/2020/8/9/kelley_cole_fall_camp_action_web_a080520_285.jpg

[lionsrking2]

Statement from Southeastern Louisiana AD, Jay Artigues:
https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EfGT0RdXYAAYc9c?format=jpg&name=large
https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EfGT0RaWsAIfzqe?format=jpg&name=medium

[BEAR]

Not sure how this will affect football: If it's giving it a chance to play or surrendered to the inevitability that it won't but an email to students yesterday stated that there will be no TRADITIONAL courses (meet in person Monday, Wed. Friday) but it is now changed to HYBRID (meet monday and then meet online Wed and Friday) OR online only. I guess that means less students on campus all at one time but they still get to come on a limited basis.

Not that there was that much seating at the Guardian Kickoff classic anyway but this will cement removing the students from the hype of playing football altogether.
I think Austin Peay has sold all their tickets while UCA has a few left. xlolx

[SFA 93]

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EfGn9ojXYAM9TKg?format=jpg&name=small

[Puddin Tane]

Lamar has halted practices. (I didnt know we had even started)

[Puddin Tane]

Ahhh. We havent started at all. Announced a second delay.

[ASU33]

Looks like the FBS is trying to do mixed conferences with the programs that want to play, like Ohio State and Nebraska coming down to play in the BIG 12 since the BIG 10 cancelled.

thats not happening!

[BEAR]

So Lamar hasn't practiced yet?

SHSU has cancelled it's practices?


UCA just finished it's 10th practice.

xdontknowx

[bonarae]

Lamar delayed its start due to student-athletes testing positive for COVID-19.

https://www.beaumontenterprise.com/sports/article/Lamar-further-delays-starting-football-practice-15475569.php

[McNeese72]

I heard the AD's met yesterday and the presidents meet today. I wonder if we will hear some good news or bad news, and, if we do, which will be which. ;)

Doc

[Daytripper]

I heard the AD's met yesterday and the presidents meet today. I wonder if we will hear some good news or bad news, and, if we do, which will be which. ;)

Doc

I'm betting we are getting a definite decision today after the presidents meet. My gut says it will not be good.

[BEAR]

I'm betting we are getting a definite decision today after the presidents meet. My gut says it will not be good.

Me too. :(

[BEAR]

Nathan Brown @NathanBrownUCA (https://twitter.com/NathanBrownUCA) 2h (https://twitter.com/NathanBrownUCA/status/1293533066389004288)
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players and staff in and tested quickly. We appreciate your support and partnership! #BearClawsUp (https://twitter.com/hashtag/BearClawsUp?src=hashtag_click) #WeWantToPlay (https://twitter.com/hashtag/WeWantToPlay?src=hashtag_click)

[lionsrking2]

I'm betting we are getting a definite decision today after the presidents meet. My gut says it will not be good.

My gut says itll be half good, half not good

[Puddin Tane]

So Lamar hasn't practiced yet?

SHSU has cancelled it's practices?


UCA just finished it's 10th practice.

xdontknowx

Havent had a real practice since new coach was hired in December.

but.......we’ll have 30 something kids ready to go in 10-14days!

[Daytripper]

NRG Stadium has announced that they will not be hosting The Battle of the Piney Woods (SHSU v. SFA) this fall.

https://www.itemonline.com/sports/battle-of-the-piney-woods-will-not-be-played-at-nrg-stadium-in-2020/article_f942d554-dcc6-11ea-b10d-dfb1005e95b1.html

[lionsrking2]

NRG Stadium has announced that they will not be hosting The Battle of the Piney Woods (SHSU v. SFA) this fall.

https://www.itemonline.com/sports/battle-of-the-piney-woods-will-not-be-played-at-nrg-stadium-in-2020/article_f942d554-dcc6-11ea-b10d-dfb1005e95b1.html

My guess is the BOP will be scheduled for the spring, unless you want to play in the fall as a non-conference game.

[BEAR]

Havent had a real practice since new coach was hired in December.

but.......we’ll have 30 something kids ready to go in 10-14days!

Wait. Hasn't practiced? Um..either Lamar is expecting NOT to play or you might want to hunt down a new coach. Yikes !

[Puddin Tane]

Wait. Hasn't practiced? Um..either Lamar is expecting NOT to play or you might want to hunt down a new coach. Yikes !

Spring was cancelled, fall delayed. Theyve done the conditioning stuff,weightlifting, and the stuff you dont see. Dont know how much actual football has been done. Im about 99% sure the new coach hasnt seen em in pads..at least “officially”

[McCowboys]

That's about the same with McNeese. Wilson was hired in December. A spring schedule was set up and then cancelled due to Covid. McNeese did get in a couple of walk-throughs in, maybe a couple of practices this month before the delay.
I may be wrong, Puddin Tane can correct me, but I think Lamar was also scheduled to start the season one week later (and thus begin practice later) even before all of the delays due to Covid began.
So, Bear, time will tell. The Cards may need to find a new coach in time, but this can't be put on his shoulders.

[Daytripper]

My guess is the BOP will be scheduled for the spring, unless you want to play in the fall as a non-conference game.

If the Southland plays in the fall, it could be played in Huntsville because SHSU was the "home team" this year for the BOTPW.

[lionsrking2]

If the Southland plays in the fall, it could be played in Huntsville because SHSU was the "home team" this year for the BOTPW.

Season is over.

[Puddin Tane]

That's about the same with McNeese. Wilson was hired in December. A spring schedule was set up and then cancelled due to Covid. McNeese did get in a couple of walk-throughs in, maybe a couple of practices this month before the delay.
I may be wrong, Puddin Tane can correct me, but I think Lamar was also scheduled to start the season one week later (and thus begin practice later) even before all of the delays due to Covid began.
So, Bear, time will tell. The Cards may need to find a new coach in time, but this can't be put on his shoulders.

we weren’t expecting much this year. Schultz left things pretty bare and this is Morgans first HC job. Morgan wants to build off freshman recruits (i agree with that), Schultz was juco heavy.

We were supposed to start 9-3 with Ms College. They cancelled. First practice was to be Aug 6th, i believe.

[lionsrking2]

we weren’t expecting much this year. Schultz left things pretty bare and this is Morgans first HC job. Morgan wants to build off freshman recruits (i agree with that), Schultz was juco heavy.

We were supposed to start 9-3 with Ms College. They cancelled. First practice was to be Aug 6th, i believe.

There will be an announcement tomorrow, and it's not good–at least not for us.

[Daytripper]

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Being told by college football sources that the @SouthlandSports (https://twitter.com/SouthlandSports)
fall sports will be cancelled w/an announcement planned for Thurs. One exception is if fball programs want to keep Non Conf gms they can. Conf. gms will move to the spring. Timing for camp/games still TBD.

[McNeese72]

This is crazy. Rumors are the Southland Conference season will be cancelled/postponed until the spring but the teams can play nonconference games if they want. And then McNeese announces last night that they are starting up practices again today. Are they going to practice three weeks for a game against ULL???? Or they going to try to schedule more nonconference games??? Or, since they have had no real practices since Coach Wilson was hired, are they just trying to get some actual practices in even though they eventually will not have any games?????

The year 2020 sucks!!! Somebody needs to give the year 2020 a Snickers bar!

Doc

[lionsrking2]

This is crazy. Rumors are the Southland Conference season will be cancelled/postponed until the spring but the teams can play nonconference games if they want. And then McNeese announces last night that they are starting up practices again today. Are they going to practice three weeks for a game against ULL???? Or they going to try to schedule more nonconference games??? Or, since they have had no real practices since Coach Wilson was hired, are they just trying to get some actual practices in even though they eventually will not have any games?????

The year 2020 sucks!!! Somebody needs to give the year 2020 a Snickers bar!

Doc
The ADs voted on Tuesday to allow up to 5 non-conference games in the fall and 6 conference games in the spring. I'm not exactly sure what the Presidents voted on. I just know we arent playing this fall apparently.

[BEAR]

Announced this morning that UCA is getting paid a paltry $100,000 to travel to Arkansas State.
We lost the big paycheck in Missouri.
Bet we spend more going to Jonesboro than that sorry check. Seriously.
But then again ASU lost out on a $1.8 million check from Michigan when they cancelled but will get $550,000 check to play Kansas State.

So if the SLC cancels then we got Austin Peay first, but then we were supposed to play ACU, then ARK State. Wonder if we will play ACU now...

[Daytripper]

Announced this morning that UCA is getting paid a paltry $100,000 to travel to Arkansas State.
We lost the big paycheck in Missouri.
Bet we spend more going to Jonesboro than that sorry check. Seriously.
But then again ASU lost out on a $1.8 million check from Michigan when they cancelled but will get $550,000 check to play Kansas State.

So if the SLC cancels then we got Austin Peay first, but then we were supposed to play ACU, then ARK State. Wonder if we will play ACU now...

If the Southland cancels all conference games, you won't play ACU.

[lionsrking2]

If the Southland cancels all conference games, you won't play ACU.

Theoretically could still play as a non-conference game. Regardless, we aren’t playing anybody this fall.

[McNeese72]

Official Statement out. Looks like it allows for non-conference games if the schools want to.

https://www.southland.org/news/2020/8/13/football-southland-conference-postpones-league-competition-in-fall-semester.aspx

Doc

[BEAR]

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EfTXLM-VAAcwPvR?format=jpg&name=small

[lionsrking2]

Official Statement out. Looks like it allows for non-conference games if the schools want to.

https://www.southland.org/news/2020/8/13/football-southland-conference-postpones-league-competition-in-fall-semester.aspx

Doc

Yes, if you have a school President with backbone and not afraid of criticism.

[Puddin Tane]

So. Could yall play 4 games and then redshirt everybody?

[Daytripper]

Not sure what our AD is implying here:

https://scontent-dfw5-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-0/p180x540/117714786_10158620697457402_4734697855955640349_o. jpg?_nc_cat=108&_nc_sid=8024bb&_nc_ohc=0sa0vF_fxoEAX-4QR06&_nc_ht=scontent-dfw5-2.xx&_nc_tp=6&oh=c371836667589a76e51efef9495d9e12&oe=5F59A7B5

[BEAR]

Wonder how many players will play the two games then skip the Spring season because of the draft and prodays etc...if so then this spring may be just a write-off for an actual champion. Ugh.
I know there's not too many FCS players getting drafted, especially with this now, but there are a few that have a high probability of getting picked.

[BEAR]

Not sure what our AD is implying here:

https://scontent-dfw5-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-0/p180x540/117714786_10158620697457402_4734697855955640349_o. jpg?_nc_cat=108&_nc_sid=8024bb&_nc_ohc=0sa0vF_fxoEAX-4QR06&_nc_ht=scontent-dfw5-2.xx&_nc_tp=6&oh=c371836667589a76e51efef9495d9e12&oe=5F59A7B5

Sounds like he is directing his anger at the NCAA for setting up a process most schools can't afford to follow...thus already dooming the seasons of most of them.

[McNeese72]

Okay, it's official. McNeese is out until the spring.

"August 13, 2020
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

McNEESE ELECTS TO SUSPEND FALL INTERCOLLEGIATE COMPETITION

LAKE CHARLES – McNeese State University has elected to suspend all intercollegiate sports competition for the fall semester with an intent to play in the spring, Interim Director of Athletics Heath Schroyer announced on Thursday.

This follows an announcement made Thursday morning by the Southland Conference Board of Directors to suspend all league-only competition for its schools in the sports of football, volleyball, women’s soccer and cross country with an intent to play conference competition in the spring semester and compete for championships.

Other Football Championship Subdivision (FCS) conferences that have altered or suspended their fall competition season includes the Big Sky, Big South, Big West, Colonial, Ivy League, Mid-Eastern Athletic, Missouri Valley Football League, Northeast, Patriot, Pioneer Football League and the Southwestern Athletic Conference.

The vote by the Southland Conference gave member institutions the option of participating in limited non-conference competition in the fall, but McNeese is among the majority of league institutions in Texas, Louisiana and Arkansas that are expected to postpone all intercollegiate contests this fall.

“After consulting with (McNeese President) Dr. (Daryl) Burckel and numerous medical professionals, we feel like this is the right decision,” said Interim Director of Athletics Heath Schroyer. “We are student-athlete centered and the health and safety of all of our student-athletes is first and foremost.”

Though teams will not participate in outside competition, student-athletes will remain engaged in team activities in preparation of the spring season.

“This decision impacts many people including our fans, alumni, marching band, dance team and cheerleaders, but it is the right decision. This an unprecedented time but I couldn’t be more excited about our future,” said Schroyer.

Southland Conference athletic directors are beginning discussions for a return to competition in the spring.

The McNeese Ticket Office is working on information regarding season tickets and will release the details as they become available.






Matthew Bonnette
Assistant AD/Director of Athletics Communications
McNeese State University
O: 337-475-5207
C: 337-263-4822
#GeauxPokes #MyMcNeese"


Doc

[lionsrking2]

So. Could yall play 4 games and then redshirt everybody?

Everybody could unless NCAA is still using the percentage of games played method. But the rule as I understand it was changed to any four games, so theoretically, if you play four, the redshirt opportunity should still be there even if you play in all of them.

[BEAR]

Despite Southland Conference postponing fall schedule, UCA plans to play

CONWAY, Ark. — The Southland Conference made it official Thursday morning ,announcing they would postpone all fall sports to the spring. Despite this announcement UCA athletic director Dr. Brad Teague issued a statement the Bears would proceed with a fall schedule.

https://www.thv11.com/article/sports/despite-southland-conference-postponing-fall-schedule-uca-plans-to-play/91-1cb2c079-d8d4-490e-964f-c106d6b7a370

[BEAR]

Just spoke to @BradTeague (https://twitter.com/BradTeague)
and the plan for @UCA_Football (https://twitter.com/UCA_Football) is to put together a full fall schedule instead of waiting and hoping for @SouthlandSports (https://twitter.com/SouthlandSports)
season in the spring.
Says three FBS teams have already inquired about playing. Needless to say, time is of the essence.- Justin Acri (radio guy for UCA)

[lionsrking2]

Just spoke to @BradTeague (https://twitter.com/BradTeague)
and the plan for @UCA_Football (https://twitter.com/UCA_Football) is to put together a full fall schedule instead of waiting and hoping for @SouthlandSports (https://twitter.com/SouthlandSports)
season in the spring.
Says three FBS teams have already inquired about playing. Needless to say, time is of the essence.- Justin Acri (radio guy for UCA)

UCA has real leadership and obviously a president with backbone.

[Catatonic]

From looking at statements from various schools it looks like these programs plan a limited fall schedule:

ACU
UCA
HBU
Lamar
SFA

[BEAR]

UCA has real leadership and obviously a president with backbone.

xlolxNah. We're living paycheck to paycheck. THAT'S the real reason.

[BEAR]

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EfUez1SU4AA6hXs?format=jpg&name=small

[SFA 93]

Let's play for money.

[SFA 93]

SFA is going to play, it maybe mostly FBS teams but we are playing.

https://twitter.com/TraeSelf_13/status/1293228152253292546?s=20 (https://twitter.com/TraeSelf_13/status/1293228152253292546?s=20)

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EfULwBPXYAcvIBr?format=jpg&name=large

[McNeese72]

xlolxNah. We're living paycheck to paycheck. THAT'S the real reason.

That is one reason we are not playing. We couldn't make enough money with our paychecks to pay for all the Covid-19 testing that would be required.

Doc

[lionsrking2]

SFA is going to play, it maybe mostly FBS teams but we are playing.

https://twitter.com/TraeSelf_13/status/1293228152253292546?s=20 (https://twitter.com/TraeSelf_13/status/1293228152253292546?s=20)

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EfULwBPXYAcvIBr?format=jpg&name=large

Congrats on having good leadership in your administration.

[unknown3]

Whichever teams do end up playing, their kids are going to end up in a cesspool full of covid. Let the lawsuits flow.

[lionsrking2]

Whichever teams do end up playing, their kids are going to end up in a cesspool full of covid. Let the lawsuits flow.

They're more likely to get COVID hanging out in the general student population than playing football. And that's exactly what's going to happen without the daily supervision and discipline being in-season brings.

[SFA 93]

Those players are not being forced to play. Anybody is free to walk.

AD also announced all 2020 season ticket holders can defer to the 2021 season at the 2020 price.

[Puddin Tane]

Whichever teams do end up playing, their kids are going to end up in a cesspool full of covid. Let the lawsuits flow.

this attitude is why i doubt LU suits up.

We have MORE than our fair share of ambulance chasers in the Golden Triangle.
Stadium is named after one. Made a bazillion dollars suing the refineries. He donated a pile of cash to LU, but stadium sign is in his alma mater’s green and gold (Baylor). Has always annoyed me. “Big Red” has green and gold sign. Youd think we were SLU ! Yikes!

you cant fart around here without fear of a law suit.

[BEAR]

UCA AD Brad Teague said if the OVC will allow its members to play non-conference then UCA will have 8 games scheduled by tomorrow.

Woah.

[Daytripper]

UCA AD Brad Teague said if the OVC will allow its members to play non-conference then UCA will have 8 games scheduled by tomorrow.

Woah.

Could that create a situation where UCA might consider leaving the Southland for the OVC?

[BEAR]

Could that create a situation where UCA might consider leaving the Southland for the OVC?

Um. No. I think our AD wants to bring value to the SLC..not ditch it. I don't think this is about the SLC and it's choice. I think it's about getting those kids playing time in the safest way possible.

[lionsrking2]

Um. No. I think our AD wants to bring value to the SLC..not ditch it. I don't think this is about the SLC and it's choice. I think it's about getting those kids playing time in the safest way possible.

Good to see that UCA has a president that values athletics and realizes that athletic events, including football, can proceed in a safe manner.

[BEAR]

Good to see that UCA has a president that values athletics and realizes that athletic events, including football, can proceed in a safe manner.

Yeah I imagine though if a big outbreak happens he will cancel it immediately...as he should. If a small one happens he'll quarantine those affected. If nothing happens he'll look like a freakin' genius. xlolx
I honestly see small outbreaks or instances happening but we can handle those. It's not the typical age group to suffer from the virus. Sure they can get it, but suffering from it is a different story.
I could be saying all this and he announce in two minutes that the season is cancelled so I'm not ringing his bell too loudly. xlolx

[McNeese75]

Good to see that UCA has a president that values athletics and realizes that athletic events, including football, can proceed in a safe manner.

We shall see in November after (if) the Bears and Jacks get through a fall schedule. They will either be Heros or Zeros depending on the virus results.

[Daytripper]

We shall see in November after (if) the Bears and Jacks get through a fall schedule. They will either be Heros or Zeros depending on the virus results.

These are young college kids. Outside of athletics, they are going to do what college kids do....party, hook up, share drinks and weed, congregate and more. All things that will expose them potentially. This fall season will be short-lived I think.

[McNeese75]

These are young college kids. Outside of athletics, they are going to do what college kids do....party, hook up, share drinks and weed, congregate and more. All things that will expose them potentially. This fall season will be short-lived I think.

I agree

[lionsrking2]

We shall see in November after (if) the Bears and Jacks get through a fall schedule. They will either be Heros or Zeros depending on the virus results.

From the virus perspective, if they follow the guidelines, they're safer playing than not playing. Routine testing and team structure far better than turning them loose into the general student body or sending them home without routine testing.

[BEAR]

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EfZSgwuWsAMB8LD?format=jpg&name=small

[BEAR]

Missouri State and Central Arkansas schedule an in-season home-and-home football series for 2020:Sept. 26 - at Central ArkansasOct. 17 - at Missouri State

[Bisonoline]

Missouri State and Central Arkansas schedule an in-season home-and-home football series for 2020:Sept. 26 - at Central ArkansasOct. 17 - at Missouri State


Now thats interesting.

[BEAR]

Now thats interesting.

Its 🏈 football! I’ll take it!

[SFA 93]

So, for the SLC teams that are going to try and play in 2020, can those teams still play each other, even though the SLC is not going to sponsor the games?

[lionsrking2]

So, for the SLC teams that are going to try and play in 2020, can those teams still play each other, even though the SLC is not going to sponsor the games?

Yes. Conference schools have always been able to play other conference members as non-conference games, but it rarely happens.

[SFA 93]

Carthel said no spring season for the Jacks, he is not interested and it does no good for the players.

SFA is looking for that 11 game season with SMU set for Sept. 26, so 10 games to go.

They did have TCU and Auburn but they cancelled.

Other Possibilities
Kansas
Iowa
Tarleton State
Sam Houston State
Louisiana-Monroe

Maybe something like 4 money games for SFA this season, to cash in for some new facility upgrades.

This season will also count in terms of the post season ban for NCAA violations leaving SFA clear for 2021.

SFA Roster 2020
FRESHMEN:46
RED SHIRT FRESHMEN:23
SOPHOMORES:31
JUNIORS:14
SENIORS:18

132 Players

[BEAR]

Coach Brown on Twitter is suggesting UCA is going to play more FBS games and maybe be in a bowl game?

What? How does that happen?

[KPSUL]

Coach Brown on Twitter is suggesting UCA is going to play more FBS games and maybe be in a bowl game?

What? How does that happen?

Just for conversational purposes, assuming all the bowl games are still going to happen - with the number of FBS conferences cancelling their Fall seasons, the bowl committees might have to take any Div 1 team willing to play.

[Daytripper]

Carthel said no spring season for the Jacks, he is not interested and it does no good for the players.

SFA is looking for that 11 game season with SMU set for Sept. 26, so 10 games to go.

They did have TCU and Auburn but they cancelled.

Other Possibilities
Kansas
Iowa
Tarleton State
Sam Houston State
Louisiana-Monroe

Maybe something like 4 money games for SFA this season, to cash in for some new facility upgrades.

This season will also count in terms of the post season ban for NCAA violations leaving SFA clear for 2021.

SFA Roster 2020
FRESHMEN:46
RED SHIRT FRESHMEN:23
SOPHOMORES:31
JUNIORS:14
SENIORS:18

132 Players

Sam Houston is done for the fall.

[Catatonic]

Carthel said no spring season for the Jacks, he is not interested and it does no good for the players.

SFA is looking for that 11 game season with SMU set for Sept. 26, so 10 games to go.

They did have TCU and Auburn but they cancelled.

Other Possibilities
Kansas
Iowa
Tarleton State
Sam Houston State
Louisiana-Monroe

Maybe something like 4 money games for SFA this season, to cash in for some new facility upgrades.

This season will also count in terms of the post season ban for NCAA violations leaving SFA clear for 2021.

SFA Roster 2020
FRESHMEN:46
RED SHIRT FRESHMEN:23
SOPHOMORES:31
JUNIORS:14
SENIORS:18

132 Players

Scratch Tarleton and Iowa and Kansas

[SFA 93]

Well we still have one lol

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EfekY50WoAA_aQ3?format=jpg&name=small

[SFA 93]

Hearing rumors that UTEP will open Sept. 5th against SFA in the Sun Bowl.

[Serpentor]

So, for the SLC teams that are going to try and play in 2020, can those teams still play each other, even though the SLC is not going to sponsor the games?

It can be like the ol' club sport days! Can we throw together a scrub team to play at Pritchett Field?

[Catatonic]

Hearing rumors that UTEP will open Sept. 5th against SFA in the Sun Bowl.

ACU at Army on Oct 3 is also rumored.

[BEAR]

Well tickets at this price should help. But honestly only allowing such a small amount of fans in will deter many from coming.

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EftvR1zU8AAACMq?format=jpg&name=large

[SFA 93]

Icy Whites

https://twitter.com/CoachCarthel/status/1295759131815616514?s=20

[BEAR]

10 days.....xbowx xhypedx

[BEAR]

UCA to announce full fall season schedule tomorrow at 10 a.m.

YES!!!!!

[Daytripper]

UCA to announce full fall season schedule tomorrow at 10 a.m.

YES!!!!!

Enjoy. It might give me a reason to travel back up to Conway. I will take college football any way I can get it. Are there going to be crowd size restrictions?

[SFA 93]

Sources: The NCAA Division I Council decided today that fall sport student-athletes can compete in any amount of competitions this year and it will not count as a season of eligibility. This still needs to be approved by NCAA Board of Governors on Friday.

[SFA 93]

UCA has 2 home games, 7 road games, and no P5 games. According to their AD. I heard.

[BEAR]

UCA has 2 home games, 7 road games, and no P5 games. According to their AD. I heard.

Sounds like a couple more G5 games.

But as usual bear fans get left out of the season with more away games than home games.

[BEAR]

Someone on the fans site thinks it’s these teams:

Missouri State (twice)
Eastern Kentucky (twice)
Austin Peay
Stephen F Austin
Arkansas State
Louisiana Lafayette
UAB
South Florida
Memphis

[BEAR]

Scrimmage last night. Only maybe 2 or 3 of the 22 starters played. Nice crowd too. Here's the story: https://www.fox16.com/sports/central-arkansas-football-closes-fall-camp-with-intrasquad-scrimmage/

https://www.fox16.com/sports/central-arkansas-football-closes-fall-camp-with-intrasquad-scrimmage/

[BEAR]

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Ef30wEuU4AEiQv4?format=jpg&name=small

[BEAR]

https://pbs.twimg.com/card_img/1296539649653923840/eHDPpRhM?format=jpg&name=small

[SFA 93]

UTEP - SEPT. 5
UTSA - SEPT. 19
SMU - SEPT. 26

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Ef5BFr-XYAA2J90?format=jpg&name=small

[Daytripper]

UTEP - SEPT. 5
UTSA - SEPT. 19
SMU - SEPT. 26

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Ef5BFr-XYAA2J90?format=jpg&name=small

0-3

[SFA 93]

We may surprise you this season.

[Catatonic]

We may surprise you this season.
SMU is the toughest of the three teams you have announced so far. A W there would be surprising, for sure. Beating UTSA would be an upset but not a major one. For the UTEP game a W wouldn’t be a surprise at all.

[BEAR]

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Ef9QnQLXgAAmdjA?format=jpg&name=small

[SFA 93]

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Ef917WBWsAEnlOg?format=jpg&name=large

@UTEP - SEPT. 5
@UTSA - SEPT. 19
@SMU - SEPT. 26
@EKU - NOV. 7

[SFA 93]

I see ACU gets UTEP as well.

https://utepminers.com/images/2020/8/21/UTEP20_FB_ScheduleUpdate_200820_WEB.jpg?width=1024&height=576&mode=crop

[Catatonic]

I see ACU gets UTEP as well.

https://utepminers.com/images/2020/8/21/UTEP20_FB_ScheduleUpdate_200820_WEB.jpg?width=1024&height=576&mode=crop

A SLC sweep of the Miners would be sweet

[SFA 93]

Their only win last season was a 36-34 victory over HBU so it is doable.

They lost their starting QB, RB, and their top defensive player. They gave up over 5,100 yards of offense last season 220 per game passing and 202 rushing. Their defense only had 13 sacks all season.

They return a QB with only 2 games of experience and a redshirt freshman.

I expect SFA to win this game.

[Daytripper]

A SLC sweep of the Miners would be sweet

Do us proud.

[SFA 93]

First home game

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Ef-fF8MXoAM8Jku?format=jpg&name=small

@UTEP - SEPT. 5
@UTSA - SEPT. 19
@SMU - SEPT. 26
WT - OCT. 3
@EKU - NOV. 7

I think we are getting Army as well and will play in New York.

[SFA 93]

It seems SFA and ACU are getting the same teams on their schedules, which leads me to believe we may play each other.

[Daytripper]

It seems SFA and ACU are getting the same teams on their schedules, which leads me to believe we may play each other.

How will you be able to know who is who?

[BEAR]

I’m starting to see evacuations and shelter in place warnings issued by Nicholls and UNO.

Stay safe SLC and everyone in that area!

[Daytripper]

I’m starting to see evacuations and shelter in place warnings issued by Nicholls and UNO.

Stay safe SLC and everyone in that area!

It is looking like people around the Texas/Louisiana Border will get the double whammy. Stay safe.

[Puddin Tane]

Thanks guys.

first little fart knocker is supposed to go south of NOLA, hug the coast and dump rain along the coast back into Texas.

2nd one is worrisome. This am had it pretty much coming Beaumont-ish. 10 pm had it going more towards Lafayette. They are saying this ones got a chance to get pretty strong. Got a kid in school in Lafayette.

NHC having a tuff time pinning this one down.

[Daytripper]

Thanks guys.

first little fart knocker is supposed to go south of NOLA, hug the coast and dump rain along the coast back into Texas.

2nd one is worrisome. This am had it pretty much coming Beaumont-ish. 10 pm had it going more towards Lafayette. They are saying this ones got a chance to get pretty strong. Got a kid in school in Lafayette.

NHC having a tuff time pinning this one down.

Hunker down and stay safe. Last projection I saw had it coming right across the TX/LA border....which means right in your kitchen.

[BEAR]

Hearing one of our non-conference games may have fallen through.

Also hearing we may play South Dakota State 3 times.

Glutton for punishment. xbangx

[Daytripper]

https://twitter.com/EricHolthaus/status/1297702060209700864

[BEAR]

https://twitter.com/EricHolthaus/status/1297702060209700864

Told my nephews in Houston to bring their families up here to Arkansas to wait it out. Knowing them they won't. But we got a spare bedroom!

[Daytripper]

Told my nephews in Houston to bring their families up here to Arkansas to wait it out. Knowing them they won't. But we got a spare bedroom!

The projected track is showing the eye making landfall on the LA side of the LA/TX border. That would put Houston out of reach of the worst of it. But anything around Beaumont, Orange, and Port Arthur could get hammered. It all depends on when it makes its projected north turn. The later that happens, the worse for Texas.

[BEAR]

The projected track is showing the eye making landfall on the LA side of the LA/TX border. That would put Houston out of reach of the worst of it. But anything around Beaumont, Orange, and Port Arthur could get hammered. It all depends on when it makes its projected north turn. The later that happens, the worse for Texas.

Yeah saw that huge trough of 90 degree water in that area. Imagine if a hurricane gets to sit in that! UGH!

[Daytripper]

Yeah saw that huge trough of 90 degree water in that area. Imagine if a hurricane gets to sit in that! UGH!

I've got a very bad feeling that this storm is going to explode once it gets into that Gulf bathwater.

[McNeese75]

The projected track is showing the eye making landfall on the LA side of the LA/TX border. That would put Houston out of reach of the worst of it. But anything around Beaumont, Orange, and Port Arthur could get hammered. It all depends on when it makes its projected north turn. The later that happens, the worse for Texas.

xlolx, wait, it takes the same track as Rita did and Lake Charles gets the bad side of the storm and Texas is in bad shape???

[Daytripper]

xlolx, wait, it takes the same track as Rita did and Lake Charles gets the bad side of the storm and Texas is in bad shape???

Just looking at it from "west of the border" perspective. xeyebrowx Hope all of my Cajun friends stay out of harm's way.

[Puddin Tane]

xlolx, wait, it takes the same track as Rita did and Lake Charles gets the bad side of the storm and Texas is in bad shape???

Rita bombed the living piss outta Beaumont. I reckon it hit LC pretty hard also... everything then was overshadowed by Katrina. Rita was a cold hearted b*tch

alot of the SLC colleges are getting something outta these 2. I think ACU and IWU are safe!

hunker down! Beans and boolits

[UpstateBison]

Hearing one of our non-conference games may have fallen through.

Also hearing we may play South Dakota State 3 times.

Glutton for punishment. xbangx

North Dakota State it is for 3 games. Looking forward to Conway in 2025.

BIG UCA fan now.

Feel a bit sorry for your DC this year.


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[Puddin Tane]

Bison to the vertigo field?

[BEAR]

Bison to the vertigo field?

Not sure it will still be there in 2025. Hopefully a new one is installed by then.

[Catatonic]

I wouldn’t be surprised to learn today that Brad Teague persuaded Notre Dame to drop its FBS OOC game and plAy the bears instead.

[BEAR]

I wouldn’t be surprised to learn today that Brad Teague persuaded Notre Dame to drop its FBS OOC game and plAy the bears instead.

Stop. xlolx I wouldn't be surprised if Notre Dame hired Brad to be their AD. Guy is either going to look like a marketing genius for this or it could backfire. We'll see either way.

[BEAR]

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EgR-voQU4AAoeq-?format=jpg&name=small

n order to give our students ample time to prepare for Hurricane Laura, all classes are canceled effective at noon tomorrow, Wednesday, August 26, through Friday, August 28. All offices will also close at noon and will remain closed through Friday.

[BEAR]

Lamar University will now be closed effective immediately. Mandatory evacuations have been issued for Beaumont and Jefferson County. Students living in residence halls should evacuate if you have the means to do so safely.

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EgO_788WkAMvXgb?format=jpg&name=small

- - - Updated - - -

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EgSHxTJWsAE0Mk3?format=jpg&name=small

[Daytripper]

Lamar University will now be closed effective immediately. Mandatory evacuations have been issued for Beaumont and Jefferson County. Students living in residence halls should evacuate if you have the means to do so safely.

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EgO_788WkAMvXgb?format=jpg&name=small

- - - Updated - - -

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EgSHxTJWsAE0Mk3?format=jpg&name=small

Lamar and McNeese are going to get hammered. Keep them in your thoughts.

[BEAR]

Lamar and McNeese are going to get hammered. Keep them in your thoughts.

No doubt. Prayers up!

[Puddin Tane]

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EgR-voQU4AAoeq-?format=jpg&name=small

n order to give our students ample time to prepare for Hurricane Laura, all classes are canceled effective at noon tomorrow, Wednesday, August 26, through Friday, August 28. All offices will also close at noon and will remain closed through Friday.


i think sfa is doing this, also

[BEAR]

i think sfa is doing this, also

Didnt know that. These just appeared in Twitter so I posted them. I figured SLU was too.

[Puddin Tane]

Yup, just looked. SLU and Nichols

[SFA 93]

Yes, beginning Wed. all classes and offices at SFA will be closed for the rest of the week.

[BEAR]

Live view of Galveston beach (from Youtube)


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2cfsxro_QFE

[SFA 93]

UCA vs. UAB 7:00 P.M. (ESPN3) Sept. 3
Houston Baptist vs. North Texas 6:30 P.M. (ESPN3) Sept. 5
SFA vs. UTEP 8:00 P.M. (ESPN3) Sept. 5

[Puddin Tane]

Lake Charles is in pretty rough shape

Beaumont had very little damage

hope Nachitoches and Conway didnt get too much rain

[BEAR]

Lake Charles is in pretty rough shape

Beaumont had very little damage

hope Nachitoches and Conway didnt get too much rain

Conway had several trees down and countless branches litter the streets and yards. Tons of rain that happened within a couple of hours but then it resided. NOTHING compared to McNeese or parts of Louisiana.

[Outsider1]

Prayers out to all our SLC family that is affected.

[McCowboys]

Prayers out to all our SLC family that is affected.

Thank you, Outsider1.

I'm in the Houston area, but have lots of friends in and around LC. Parts of SW Louisiana look like an atomic bomb hit. I'm still in shock. Thank you FEMA and Cajun Navy, LSU, ULL, and others who are providing relief and helping to rebuild.

[Puddin Tane]

Thank you, Outsider1.

I'm in the Houston area, but have lots of friends in and around LC. Parts of SW Louisiana look like an atomic bomb hit. I'm still in shock. Thank you FEMA and Cajun Navy, LSU, ULL, and others who are providing relief and helping to rebuild.

Terrible

hats off to the linemen from all over the country. I think most, if not all, of setex has power restored. Parts of Louisiana are gonna be out for a very long time.

Saw this on LC news web page.



Entergy finished its assessments and found there were 6,500 damaged poles, 300 miles of downed wires and 2,890 damaged transformers.

[SFA 93]

Two more games added to SFA schedule

OCT. 10 SAN ANGELO STATE (HOME)
OCT. 24 ACU (GLOBE LIFE PARK ARLINGTON)
https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/d/d9/Richard_Greene_Linear_Park_June_2020_13_%28Globe_L ife_Park_in_Arlington%29.jpg/800px-Richard_Greene_Linear_Park_June_2020_13_%28Globe_L ife_Park_in_Arlington%29.jpg

[Outsider1]

We are finally getting a schedule together. I'm not sure it is finished. We have a couple of great FBS games and some not so great D2/NAIA, but hey, we're playing. The Globe Life Park game should be good :)

@ UTEP 9/19
@ Army 10/03
vs West Texas A&M 10/17
@ SFA 10/24
@ Mercer 10/31
vs Angelo St 11/07
vs Arizona Christian 11/14
@ Virignia 11/21

[Puddin Tane]

We are finally getting a schedule together. I'm not sure it is finished. We have a couple of great FBS games and some not so great D2/NAIA, but hey, we're playing. The Globe Life Park game should be good :)

@ UTEP 9/19
@ Army 10/03
vs West Texas A&M 10/17
@ SFA 10/24
@ Mercer 10/31
vs Angelo St 11/07
vs Arizona Christian 11/14
@ Virignia 11/21


i might have to run up to Nac and catch that game.

[SFA 93]

Yep, might have to head up the interstate to catch this one.

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EhGf0BjXYAEcKmY?format=jpg&name=large

[SFA 93]

Lumberjack Fans asking

Hypothetical question, in our yearly football match up with ACU, would you be up for an occasional game in Frisco?

Either at Toyota Stadium or the Ford Center? ACU is 197 miles from Frisco, SFA is 190 miles away.

[Outsider1]

Lumberjack Fans asking

Hypothetical question, in our yearly football match up with ACU, would you be up for an occasional game in Frisco?

Either at Toyota Stadium or the Ford Center? ACU is 197 miles from Frisco, SFA is 190 miles away.


I think a lot of our fans would be up for it. We have a large alumni base in the DFW area and they always like when games are scheduled there. I think we match up well together and it would put on a good show for our fans and locals. How our athletic departments feel I have no idea. It's an interesting question.

[Outsider1]

i might have to run up to Nac and catch that game.

You mean Arlington?

[Puddin Tane]

You mean Arlington?

aw, no..i didnt read the ‘arlington’ part. Thats way too far to go watch dueling purples.

[Outsider1]

aw, no..i didnt read the ‘arlington’ part. Thats way too far to go watch dueling purples.

Agree it would be a long drive from the coast, but the metroplex is a great middle ground location for ACU and SFA.

[BEAR]

https://uca.edu/inform/files/2020/09/hurrican-website-1024x525.jpg

[BEAR]

Well news today is 4 football players on the UCA squad tested positive for Covid but all were asymptomatic. They should be ready for the Sept. 19th game verses Arkansas State. I'm guessing they were tested after the game on Thursday or Friday Sept. 3rd or 4th. Sitting out two weeks puts it about Sept. 17th or 18th...so clear enough for the Sept. 19th football game.

Also:

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EhgKtV-VgAAP8bK?format=jpg&name=small

[lionsrking2]

Well news today is 4 football players on the UCA squad tested positive for Covid but all were asymptomatic. They should be ready for the Sept. 19th game verses Arkansas State. I'm guessing they were tested after the game on Thursday or Friday Sept. 3rd or 4th. Sitting out two weeks puts it about Sept. 17th or 18th...so clear enough for the Sept. 19th football game.

Also:

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EhgKtV-VgAAP8bK?format=jpg&name=small


Sitting two weeks means quarantining and missing two weeks of practice as well. Can't imagine running them out there to play a day or two after with no practice time, assuming they test negative.

[BEAR]

Sitting two weeks means quarantining and missing two weeks of practice as well. Can't imagine running them out there to play a day or two after with no practice time, assuming they test negative.

Well we don't know if they were even ones that got any playing time anyway. They might have been on the travel squad but never got into the game or might not get into any games this year. Who knows since we aren't allowed to know who they are because of federally protected information. Also just because players can't practice with the teams doesn't mean they can't do things to keep in step with what's going on with the program. It's not like they are forced to sit in their dorm rooms playing video games and attending classes online. I'm betting being asymptomatic they still have the lung capacity to weight lift...xlolx

[lionsrking2]

Well we don't know if they were even ones that got any playing time anyway. They might have been on the travel squad but never got into the game or might not get into any games this year. Who knows since we aren't allowed to know who they are because of federally protected information. Also just because players can't practice with the teams doesn't mean they can't do things to keep in step with what's going on with the program. It's not like they are forced to sit in their dorm rooms playing video games and attending classes online. I'm betting being asymptomatic they still have the lung capacity to weight lift...xlolx

I have no idea who they are or if they're contributors or not, just going off your initial post. If a player tests positive—symptomatic or not— they're supposed to quarantine from the rest of the team and should not be allowed to practice. I don't know many coaches who would play a kid in a game if they missed the previous two weeks of physical reps. Especially this early in the season.

[SFA 93]

SFA played UTEP without the following players out for unknown reasons, injuries, virus..and still could have won.

I think these guys are done retired...
WR Tamrick Pace
S Alize Ward
LB Gerard McKnight

I don't know why these guys didn't play against UTEP... Lots of starters
DE Marcus Mosley Jr.
DT Rayshad Nichols
LB Bert Morris
S: Trenton Gordon
S: Gavin Roland
S: Trey Ramos
S: Kris McCune
CB: Caleb Lawton
CB: Bruce Harmon
CB: Kevin Gilliam Jr.
K: Alex Schrag (injured)
OL: Terrin Robinson

SFA played 3 walk-ons against UTEP

[BEAR]

I have no idea who they are or if they're contributors or not, just going off your initial post. If a player tests positive—symptomatic or not— they're supposed to quarantine from the rest of the team and should not be allowed to practice. I don't know many coaches who would play a kid in a game if they missed the previous two weeks of physical reps. Especially this early in the season.

You can still workout and study plays in quarantine. UCA has a decent size conditioning staff so either way they will be ready for Arky lite. 😂

[lionsrking2]

You can still workout and study plays in quarantine. UCA has a decent size conditioning staff so either way they will be ready for Arky lite. 

Working out and studying plays isn’t going through physical reps. Most coaches won’t play a kid if he misses the first three practices during a particular week much less 14 straight days.

[BEAR]

Due to the numerous covid cases with the Arkansas State football team the game against UCA has been postponed until October 10, 2020.

Our next game is against Missouri State on Sept. 26th now.

[BEAR]

Army contacted UCA for a game this Saturday. Had to turn them down due to quick turnaround time according to AD Brad Teague.

[SFA 93]

Taking part in the first college football game at Globe Life Park!

Looking forward to this one!

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Eh_chqKWkAQbZL1?format=jpg&name=small

[OhioHen]

Due to the numerous covid cases with the Arkansas State football team the game against UCA has been postponed until October 10, 2020.

Our next game is against Missouri State on Sept. 26th now.

And the game with Eastern Kentucky previously scheduled 10/10 is now 10/24 - the Bears and Colonels now play each other in back-to-back weeks.

[Puddin Tane]

Due to the numerous covid cases with the Arkansas State football team the game against UCA has been postponed until October 10, 2020.

Our next game is against Missouri State on Sept. 26th now.

i think , at full strength, Arky St has a very good team this year. Wish yall would a got em short handed

[BEAR]

i think , at full strength, Arky St has a very good team this year. Wish yall would a got em short handed

They played Kansas State short handed. I think ASU was short 8 players that game.

[SFA 93]

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EiUHr29WAAQV_qj?format=jpg&name=small

[SFA 93]

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EiUMCOGWoAAy-V9?format=jpg&name=small

[SFA 93]

L @UTEP 14-24
L @UTSA 10-24
L @SMU
W WEST TEXAS A&M
W ANGELO STATE
T ACU (Arlington)
W @EASTERN KENTUCKY
W PITTSBURG STATE
W HOME GAME (TBA) Div II Team
L @MEMPHIS

4 FBS losses
4 Div. II Home Wins
ACU is a toss up
Eastern Kentucky is really bad, I think we win.

6-4, or 5-5 for the season

At this point any Lumberjack would take (even though it is padded with Div. II wins) that with how many losing seasons we have had.

[SFA 93]

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EiVO4BlX0AEDhR6?format=jpg&name=small

The Stats Perform FCS Week 3 honoree
S: #32 Myles Heard TKL:13;FF:1;INT:1

[BEAR]

L @UTEP 14-24
L @UTSA 10-24
L @SMU
W WEST TEXAS A&M
W ANGELO STATE
T ACU (Arlington)
W @EASTERN KENTUCKY
W PITTSBURGH STATE
W HOME GAME (TBA) Div II Team
L @MEMPHIS

4 FBS losses
4 Div. II Home Wins
ACU is a toss up
Eastern Kentucky is really bad, I think we win.

6-4, or 5-5 for the season

At this point any Lumberjack would take (even though it is padded with Div. II wins) that with how many losing seasons we have had.

Pittsburg not Pittsburgh.
Last I remember the Gorillas were a powerhouse DII team. May not be now but if they are decent then expect a battle.

[SFA 93]

Pittsburg State

2020 (Yet to play, we maybe their only game)
2019 6-5
2018 8-3
2017 8-4
2016 7-4

[BEAR]

UCA picks up Missouri Western for a home game October 31st. Division II but at least it’s a game.

[OhioHen]

UCA picks up Missouri Western for a home game October 31st. Division II but at least it’s a game.

This moves the second game with EKU to 11/14, avoiding a back-to-back weekends matchup.

[BEAR]

This moves the second game with EKU to 11/14, avoiding a back-to-back weekends matchup.

It also gives us 10 games. Nice! This is our first dII in a while that I can recall. But it is a weird year.

[SFA 93]

You know who the head coach of Missouri Western is don't you?

Took over in 2017

2020: Only going to play one game so far, UCA (He has the UCA connection)
2019: 9-3
2018: 7-5
2017: 4-7

[BEAR]

You know who the head coach of Missouri Western is don't you?

Took over in 2017

2020: Only going to play one game so far, UCA (He has the UCA connection)
2019: 9-3
2018: 7-5
2017: 4-7

Yeah. Family friend. His kid and mine played baseball together while he was coaching in Conway. Great guy. I'm guessing Coach Brown and him had a good conversation to make it happen. Matt will bring a challenge.

Their stadium was upgraded to 10,000 seats. Nice university too. Would fit in nicely in the FCS.

https://gogriffons.com/common/controls/image_handler.aspx?thumb_id=15&image_path=/images/2019/9/16/MWSU_Stadium_Drone_18.jpg

Plus they have an indoor practice facility

https://th.bing.com/th/id/OIP.twYeq-7tOGGJNMrw8yZrtQHaEo?w=273&h=180&c=7&o=5&pid=1.7

[BEAR]

2021 Southland Conference Spring Football Schedule
Times TBD

Day
Date
UIW
Lamar
McNeese
Nicholls
Northwestern
State
Sam Houston
Southeastern
Louisiana


Sat.
Feb. 20
SHSU*
NSU*


@LU*
@UIW*



Sat.
Feb. 27
@McN*
@NIC*
UIW*
LU*

SLU*
@SHSU*


Sat.
March 6
@LU*
UIW*
@SLU*
@NSU*
NIC*

McN*


Sat.
March 13

@McN*
LU*
@SHSU*
@SLU*
NIC*
NSU*


Sat.
March 20
SLU*
SHSU*
@NSU*

McN*
@LU*
@UIW*


Sat.
March 27
@NIC*


UIW*





Thu.
April 1




SHSU*
@NSU*



Sat.
April 3

@SLU*
NIC*
@McN*


LU*


Sat.
April 10
NSU*

@SHSU*
SLU*
@UIW*
McN*
@NIC*


Sat.
April 17









Sat.
April 24
NCAA Championship – First Round (16 teams qualify – 11 AQ + 5 at-large)


Sat.
May 1
NCAA Championship – Quarterfinals


Sat.
May 8
NCAA Championship – Semifinals


Sat.
May 15
NCAA Championship – Final



https://www.southland.org/news/2020/9/22/southland-conference-postponed-spring-football-schedule-announced.aspx?fbclid=IwAR0XdO8yP87u8Su9lidWgvkOLD MTPr3Y_NMXPu9HGTdJOwdkvOiJIfIXmag

[lionsrking2]

https://twitter.com/LionUpFootball/status/1308547241356021763

[Daytripper]

Sam Houston's initial spring football schedule. Hopefully they can add some out-of-conference games.

https://scontent.fcxo1-1.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/120034250_10158735415872402_5664604420889566554_o. jpg?_nc_cat=101&_nc_sid=730e14&_nc_ohc=zROuEaUvjTcAX-px2-r&_nc_ht=scontent.fcxo1-1.fna&oh=ec1b08ab31328849a3f16b7aaaff7c30&oe=5F900D67

[McCowboys]

Article/Video about a former and current McNeese Cowboy. Current QB Cody Orgeron (son of LSU head coach) thanks the Louisiana and Southland schools for the supplies they have graciously given to the Lake Charles and SW Louisiana community: https://www.kadn.com/content/news/Former-McNeese-Teammates-Share-Common-Bond-After-Hurricane-Laura-572519631.html

[McCowboys]

Sam Houston's initial spring football schedule. Hopefully they can add some out-of-conference games.

https://scontent.fcxo1-1.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/120034250_10158735415872402_5664604420889566554_o. jpg?_nc_cat=101&_nc_sid=730e14&_nc_ohc=zROuEaUvjTcAX-px2-r&_nc_ht=scontent.fcxo1-1.fna&oh=ec1b08ab31328849a3f16b7aaaff7c30&oe=5F900D67

This is McNeese's release about its spring football season. With damage to McNeese/Lake Charles and McNeese facilities, much is up in the air. Will there be night games? Will fans be allowed and if so how many? Etc. https://mcneesesports.com/news/2020/9/22/cowboys-to-play-6-football-games-beginning-feb-27.aspx

It is so frustrating trying to plan ANYTHING these days. I had planned on being in Huntsville next month to see the Cowboys/Bearkats clash in football and in soccer the day before. Neither will be possible. I hope to be in Hunstsville now in April (how strange that sounds for football!), but at this point I don't know what the guidelines for fans and how many will be allowed to attend at SHSU for the game. McNeese's new H&HP basketball/volleyball venue was severely damaged, and so I do not know what this means for the basketball and volleyball teams. I hope they will not have to be road warriors for the entire season. I had read that LSU has been helping the men's basketball team to find places to practice in the Baton Rouge area and even at LSU on occasion. I am not the biggest LSU fan, but LSU has just been a Godsend to the McNeese community throughout all of this disaster.

A friend posted on Zem's blog that McNeese President Burckel told reporters that McNeese has added Tarleton State and will open the season with them (I believe it is a road game for the Pokes) before facing UIW.

Thanks again to everyone who has opened their hearts to McNeese/Lake Charles! Geaux Pokes!

[Daytripper]

https://twitter.com/BearkatsFB/status/1309472005587042306

[lionsrking2]

https://twitter.com/richiemills/status/1309652020824023041

[McCowboys]

Sports Illustrated Daily Cover: McNeese's Summer of Hell - https://www.si.com/college/video/2020/09/25/daily-cover-mcneese-state-hurricane-laura

[Daytripper]

Sports Illustrated Daily Cover: McNeese's Summer of Hell - https://www.si.com/college/video/2020/09/25/daily-cover-mcneese-state-hurricane-laura

Unbelievable. Incredible. Devastating. Godspeed to all of you in Lake Charles. Hope you can get back so some sense of normalcy soon.

[Outsider1]

Sports Illustrated Daily Cover: McNeese's Summer of Hell - https://www.si.com/college/video/2020/09/25/daily-cover-mcneese-state-hurricane-laura

Hopefully more individual and institutional cooperative efforts like this will continue. It's good to see fellow UL schools step up and help alongside UCA. You guys will be back for sure!

https://www.katc.com/news/covering-louisiana/ul-system-member-institutions-assisting-mcneese-in-recovery-efforts

[Outsider1]

Our old HC is having to take the reigns in FSU's uphill battle against Miami tonight. God speed to them. Below was an interesting article on him that surprisingly gave a lot of his history at ACU. I thought the article left out too much of his successes in the FBS world since then, but still an interesting read. Chris had to take the reigns when Tuberville quit Tech right before the Meineke Car Care Bowl in 2012. Tonight's challenge will be tougher.

https://www.tampabay.com/sports/seminoles/2020/09/25/who-is-chris-thomsen-florida-states-acting-head-coach-against-no-12-miami/?outputType=amp&__twitter_impression=true

[BEAR]

UCA AD says they are actively working on an 11th game.

[SFA 93]

Added 10th game

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EjWI3P_XYAEpyLj?format=jpg&name=small
Western Colorado coming to Nac for Halloween

Sept. 5 UTEP
Sept. 19 UTSA
Sept. 26 SMU
Oct. 3 West Texas A&M
Oct. 10 Angelo State
Oct. 24 ACU
Oct. 31 Western Colorado
Nov. 7 Eastern Kentucky
Nov. 14 Pittsburg State
Nov. 21 #25 Memphis

[SFA 93]

Finally a home game today!

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EjaUdUTXYAAPcKT?format=jpg&name=4096x4096
https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EjaUfHpXcAIq4wG?format=jpg&name=4096x4096
https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EjaUeiQXsAUMFys?format=jpg&name=4096x4096
https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EjVMBzDX0AINszz?format=jpg&name=medium

[BEAR]

Abilene Christian University football player Sema'J Davis was involved in a traffic accident overnight in Abilene less than a mile from campus when the vehicle he was driving was struck by another car.

[Daytripper]

Abilene Christian University football player Sema'J Davis was involved in a traffic accident overnight in Abilene less than a mile from campus when the vehicle he was driving was struck by another car.

Any word on his condition?

[katss07]

Any word on his condition?
He was airlifted from the site of the crash, according to what I've read. Apparently he's not in great shape... hoping for the best!