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e-parade · 10-13-2012, 02:24 PM

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Originally Posted by RF1

Wow! How do I repsond to that? I can't seem to ever recall reading about the class that UMass fans show to opposing fans in Amherst. That must get lost in the mix with all the newspaper reports about student riots on the UMass campus.

As for attacking other fans for no class while using toilet refernces in the same thread, that in itself speaks volumes.

*ahem*

The proper response to a URI chant has always been, and will forever be, ending it with "N-E!"

Toilet jokes happen whenever you guys visit the Mullins Center.

RF1 · 10-13-2012, 02:28 PM

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Originally Posted by e-parade

*ahem*

The proper response to a URI chant has always been, and will forever be, ending it with "N-E!"

Toilet jokes happen whenever you guys visit the Mullins Center.

I would never expect more from a UMass-Amherst fan. You people really live up to your reputation. Enjoy the next campus riot. I am sure there will be one soon.

e-parade · 10-13-2012, 02:38 PM

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Originally Posted by RF1

I would never expect more from a UMass-Amherst fan. You people really live up to your reputation. Enjoy the next campus riot. I am sure there will be one soon.

Eh...it's not as bad as you think. There were a ton in my early years on campus, not much by the time I was graduating. I've only heard of 1-2 more since I graduated, and don't remember either of them actually being violent or resulting in arrests. It's a bad thing to have a reputation for, and I'm glad it's gone down significantly in the past 10 years.

Onto another thing from the thread: I get irked when it's called "Zoomass" or "The Zoo", don't mind "UMass" (without the "Amherst" part), and prefer "Massachusetts"

JHG722 · 10-13-2012, 03:14 PM

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Originally Posted by e-parade

Eh...it's not as bad as you think. There were a ton in my early years on campus, not much by the time I was graduating. I've only heard of 1-2 more since I graduated, and don't remember either of them actually being violent or resulting in arrests. It's a bad thing to have a reputation for, and I'm glad it's gone down significantly in the past 10 years.

Onto another thing from the thread: I get irked when it's called "Zoomass" or "The Zoo", don't mind "UMass" (without the "Amherst" part), and prefer "Massachusetts"

Blame your drunken hockey fans.

z8-Minutemen · 10-13-2012, 03:16 PM

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Originally Posted by e-parade

Eh...it's not as bad as you think. There were a ton in my early years on campus, not much by the time I was graduating. I've only heard of 1-2 more since I graduated, and don't remember either of them actually being violent or resulting in arrests. It's a bad thing to have a reputation for, and I'm glad it's gone down significantly in the past 10 years.

Onto another thing from the thread: I get irked when it's called "Zoomass" or "The Zoo", don't mind "UMass" (without the "Amherst" part), and prefer "Massachusetts"

You should be proud of the party atmosphere, and even the riots. I am. I enjoyed going to the riots in my day. They really were harmless, simply just kids having fun. I partied a lot at UMass, and it was fun. I obviously studied hard too, which is what matters, but I found time to party. Those were good times, and I'm proud of them. It's all just part of the college experience.

Also, you guys can call us the Zoo all you want. I like it, it's clever.

e-parade · 10-13-2012, 04:26 PM

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Originally Posted by z8-Minutemen

You should be proud of the party atmosphere, and even the riots. I am. I enjoyed going to the riots in my day. They really were harmless, simply just kids having fun. I partied a lot at UMass, and it was fun. I obviously studied hard too, which is what matters, but I found time to party. Those were good times, and I'm proud of them. It's all just part of the college experience.

Also, you guys can call us the Zoo all you want. I like it, it's clever.

The riots when I first came around involved:

Flipping cars
Burning couches
At least on person breaking both his legs (not a UMass student, though...also he was an idiot and jumped off a one-story building expecting people to catch him)

Party atmosphere is all good, but the riots don't fit into that too well when they're like those ones.

Bona Wolf for Pope · 10-13-2012, 04:42 PM

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Originally Posted by WH

I definitely see bad blood when SLU and Dayton play.

I love when we beat SLU. Even better when Ivan Kovacevic helps.

I think Bona's most natural rival (in conference) is Duquesne. A lot of cross with our presidents and the Buffalo (ish) and Pittsburgh communities are fairly similar rust belt cities.

res · 10-14-2012, 06:34 AM

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Originally Posted by z8-Minutemen

I obviously studied hard too...

I'm not saying you didn't, what would make that obvious to those of us who read this board?

bdance · 10-15-2012, 06:00 AM

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Originally Posted by z8-Minutemen

You should be proud of the party atmosphere, and even the riots. I am. I enjoyed going to the riots in my day. They really were harmless, simply just kids having fun. I partied a lot at UMass, and it was fun. I obviously studied hard too, which is what matters, but I found time to party. Those were good times, and I'm proud of them. It's all just part of the college experience.

Also, you guys can call us the Zoo all you want. I like it, it's clever.

JD Hoops · 10-15-2012, 06:12 AM

I will say this. The City of Richmond has done its best to revive the rivalry between VCU & Richmond. The City and local media have all but embraced VCU along with the national media it seems and done its best to hitch its wagons to the recent darling leaving Chris Mooney and Spiders pushed aside. Even during the NCAA run while both teams were winning in the Tourney, most of the attention was played to the Rams---a better narrative and story in terms of the media I think but Spiders have talent and will press this rivalry. Afterall, these days you beat the Rams and suddenly there is a rivalry born; ie Butler

As someone who has attended all home games for both VCU and UR in RVA these last few years I can tell you what needs to happen to ignite this city this season is a Spider win and a big welcome to the A-10! I love real rivalries, not media manufactured ones and this one should be a real one now with alot more riding on the win than just in town bragging rights!

Gormin71 · 10-15-2012, 09:35 AM

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Originally Posted by e-parade

The riots when I first came around involved:

Flipping cars
Burning couches
At least on person breaking both his legs (not a UMass student, though...also he was an idiot and jumped off a one-story building expecting people to catch him)

Party atmosphere is all good, but the riots don't fit into that too well when they're like those ones.

Wait! Are you talking about Massachusetts, or UD's Ghetto? Sure sounds like the latter to me.

Ghosts of Lawnview and Evanston.

SDW · 10-15-2012, 09:54 AM

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Originally Posted by JD Hoops

I will say this. The City of Richmond has done its best to revive the rivalry between VCU & Richmond. The City and local media have all but embraced VCU along with the national media it seems and done its best to hitch its wagons to the recent darling leaving Chris Mooney and Spiders pushed aside. Even during the NCAA run while both teams were winning in the Tourney, most of the attention was played to the Rams---a better narrative and story in terms of the media I think but Spiders have talent and will press this rivalry. Afterall, these days you beat the Rams and suddenly there is a rivalry born; ie Butler

As someone who has attended all home games for both VCU and UR in RVA these last few years I can tell you what needs to happen to ignite this city this season is a Spider win and a big welcome to the A-10! I love real rivalries, not media manufactured ones and this one should be a real one now with alot more riding on the win than just in town bragging rights!

Yes, that ESPN article on Chris Mooney from last week certainly indicates that the national media has pressed all things UR aside. Think before you write.

Even in the run 2 years ago, the VCU story was an easier angle for journalists b/c they were the last team in the First Four, which was brand new that year. Thus more of a surprise to the Sweet 16 than the A10 champions.

DistrictBaller · 10-15-2012, 10:05 AM

Yeah UR has gotten it's fair share of publicity. That Mooney article was terrific.

When UR has been good, they've received nice press, just like you would expect a good team to do. VCU has been pretty good the last couple of years and returning a lot of players, so it's no surprise we're getting a lot of preseason love and attention.

SDW · 10-15-2012, 11:53 AM

Yup, no doubt. Wasn't implying that VCU hasn't gotten great pub, just that the previous statement as written was patently incorrect as it related to UR.

JD Hoops · 10-15-2012, 11:56 AM

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Originally Posted by SDW

Yes, that ESPN article on Chris Mooney from last week certainly indicates that the national media has pressed all things UR aside. Think before you write.

Even in the run 2 years ago, the VCU story was an easier angle for journalists b/c they were the last team in the First Four, which was brand new that year. Thus more of a surprise to the Sweet 16 than the A10 champions.

The awesome story regarding Chris isn't new and if you are from here in RVA you ahve known about it for some time, especially if you have every met Chris like I have. As always, the national press is behind but the story had NOTHING to do with the Basketball team on the court. It was a piece about the heart and compassion of Coach. Big difference.

If you want journalists to focus on the "easier angle" simply follow ACC basketball!

10-15-2012, 06:12 AM	#55 (permalink)
JD Hoops Cross Town Rivals Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Richmond, Va Posts: 29 Rep Power: 0	Re: Best rivalries in the league I will say this. The City of Richmond has done its best to revive the rivalry between VCU & Richmond. The City and local media have all but embraced VCU along with the national media it seems and done its best to hitch its wagons to the recent darling leaving Chris Mooney and Spiders pushed aside. Even during the NCAA run while both teams were winning in the Tourney, most of the attention was played to the Rams---a better narrative and story in terms of the media I think but Spiders have talent and will press this rivalry. Afterall, these days you beat the Rams and suddenly there is a rivalry born; ie ButlerAs someone who has attended all home games for both VCU and UR in RVA these last few years I can tell you what needs to happen to ignite this city this season is a Spider win and a big welcome to the A-10! I love real rivalries, not media manufactured ones and this one should be a real one now with alot more riding on the win than just in town bragging rights!

10-15-2012, 10:05 AM	#58 (permalink)
DistrictBaller Veteran Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Richmond, VA Posts: 1,121 Rep Power: 47196	Re: Best rivalries in the league Yeah UR has gotten it's fair share of publicity. That Mooney article was terrific. When UR has been good, they've received nice press, just like you would expect a good team to do. VCU has been pretty good the last couple of years and returning a lot of players, so it's no surprise we're getting a lot of preseason love and attention. __________________ "We will wreak havoc on our opponent's psyche and plan of attack." - VCU Head Coach Shaka Smart

10-15-2012, 11:53 AM	#59 (permalink)
SDW Veteran Join Date: May 2004 Posts: 1,412 Rep Power: 2128	Re: Best rivalries in the league Yup, no doubt. Wasn't implying that VCU hasn't gotten great pub, just that the previous statement as written was patently incorrect as it related to UR. __________________ Spider Fever...it's spreading.

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