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Date Posted: 11:24:32 03/31/05 Thu
Author: J.J.
Subject: More good points
In reply to: inside 's message, "Re: Why is CCSU not trying to build an on campus arena as well?" on 09:11:50 03/31/05 Thu

Insider - while I agree CCSU need to do better with what we have before asking for more $, you also pointed out that Central is playing with one hand tied behind their back (unfunded positions, etc.). How can CCSU maximize it programs when it it at a distinct disadvantage compared with other schools? In reality, only a few CCSU teams are really struggling and C.J. was recently quoted in the Courant that all teams (except MBB and WBB) are not fully funded with scholarships. The facilities need upgrades and the administartion is not fully staffed. To me that all sound like a question of funding. So if that is all true, what things do you think CCSU must improve at its current level of funding? Again, I don't expect to get what UConn gets in terms of funding, but a substainial increase is warranted, even if that means UConn gets a little less from the pie in future years.

Yes, today UCONN athletics is a big business supported by tons of revenue - enourmous ticket sales, local and CPTV television deals, Big East $, BCS $, tons of merchandising, huge corporate sponsorship, wealthy alumni funding, and of course, state support. The reason UConn currently has so much non-state revenue is becasue the state has invested heavily in past years and built the political support and infrastructure for their current success. We all know Calhoun's salary is not fully paid by the state, but the state provided the imputus to build a national program. Again, I am not lobbying for UConn-like funding, but instead a commitment from the state and the CSU system that it is a goal to make this the top REGIONAL program - and to do that CCSU needs more $. The history and success of UConn is a great thing, however this should not be done at the expense of Central.

Finally this is a board meant for free thoughts, and it is not a board for personal attackts (of posters, players, coaches, or administrators). I think it is healthly to disagree on any topic, but lets all remember to respect the opposing person's view. This is the perfect forum for any positive suggestions from posters or readers of this board to help CCSU improve its athletic program.

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