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Subject: What strikes me about this year's Iron Dukes

Author:
El Duque
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Date Posted: Friday, October 03, 03:56:40pm

And of course I have not seen them play, only been able to read, listen, etc. But these guys are throwback football players, not good athletes who are playing football. They seem to have that mindset that separates football players from other athletes.

Someone made the comment about the older players having the "team first" mentality -- that's really what it's all about. Football is THE PERFECT sport because 11 men have to to their jobs individually but collectively too. One fails, the play doesn't work. Everyone succeeds (every block is made, every transition of the ball is perfect, etc.) and you can score from anywhere on the field.

Go get 'em men.

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[> Subject: Re: What strikes me about this year's Iron Dukes

Author:
A83
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Date Posted: Friday, October 03, 01:58:35pm

Nice speech ED, now lets get out there and hit someone.

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[> [> Subject: Re: What strikes me about this year's Iron Dukes

Author:
El Duque
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Date Posted: Friday, October 03, 03:56:40pm

Put me in coach. I'm an old nose tackle. It doesn't matter that I've lost a step or gotten wider, I can still play the position.

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Subject: No Albany game notes on the website yet.

Author:
A83
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Date Posted: Friday, October 03, 12:51:24pm

I wanted to read them at lunch. I can either find something else to read or continue with the Duchesses/Dukes name argument on the bb board.

Hrmph!

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Subject: Good show tonight.

Author:
A83
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Date Posted: Thursday, October 02, 03:50:49pm

First time I have heard the show. Good job guys!!

My question was asked. I am now a part of the media.

DU VB team beat RMC tonight 3-1.

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[> Subject: Re: Good show tonight.

Author:
Coffee
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Date Posted: Wednesday, October 01, 09:46:11pm

Did they ask other questions from "our list"? I had a meeting that started at 7:30 and only caught the first 15 minutes.

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[> [> Subject: Re: Good show tonight.

Author:
A83
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Date Posted: Wednesday, October 01, 11:36:39pm

First part of the show was the manditory love fest crediting GA with everything except sliced bread. I am being sarcastic here, so GA fanatics - back off. He has a great commitment to football, etc.

Then they talked about Schmidt's coaching career.

A little talk about Albany and their schedule of playing CAA opponents. I thought there would be talk here about DU taking on CAA opponents but there was not. Talk about the last game at Albany and Coaches Carter and Loebing still have a bad taste from that game.

Called asked about a player from Hampton now playing with the Dukes. I didnt catch the name.

Schmidt singled out Greg Hough as a leader. Gave him alot of props.

Schmidt said Albany is up there with the Ivy League schools we played.

I was listening mainly in my car so I missed the last 5 minutes when I got home.

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[> [> Subject: Re: Good show tonight.

Author:
Alex P.
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Date Posted: Thursday, October 02, 07:30:38am

Sorry Folks, I only got the first two questions from the board before I left work at 5, the others where posted after I got to Cupka's 2.

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[> [> [> Subject: Re: Good show tonight.

Author:
Coffee
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Date Posted: Thursday, October 02, 03:50:49pm

Alex- Thanks for asking for our input here! Maybe you can save the others for the pre-game show if its not already taped.

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Subject: Questions

Author:
Alex P.
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Date Posted: Wednesday, October 01, 06:12:29pm

Tad and I will be hosting the Coaches Show tonight on Fox Sports Radio 970. Do any of you have any questions you would like me to ask Coach Schmitt?

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[> Subject: Re: Questions

Author:
A83
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Date Posted: Wednesday, October 01, 01:11:16pm

Is Albany the strongest opponent we have ever faced since the MAAC/NEC era began? Are they better than the Penn teams we faced in recent past?

What type of offense do they run?

I will be sure to listen tonight. Thanks Alex!

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[> Subject: Re: Questions

Author:
Kitty Kat Duke
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Date Posted: Wednesday, October 01, 01:29:34pm

Alex, could you ask him what efforts have been made this week to deal with the number of penalties? (only if you feel comfortable asking...) I just keep thinking how much better they could be without the penalties.

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[> Subject: Re: Questions

Author:
Coffee
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Date Posted: Wednesday, October 01, 06:05:43pm

I'd ask him what he did to promote the remarkable team chemistry between the ton of new freshmen and first year sophs and the upper classmen. The team, led by Hough and Rombach seems to be showing alot of "team first" class.

I'd also like to see if he will push to follow this week's oponant's lead and scehdule more CAA type teams now that we started collecting more scholarship talent.

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[> [> Subject: Re: Questions

Author:
Doug
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Date Posted: Wednesday, October 01, 06:08:52pm

I like Coffee's question about scheduling some higher calaber conferences. Particularly adding an 11th game against oe of these teams that may not trade a home and home series. I'd love to play an A-10 team like RI, Mass or Richmond.

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[> Subject: Re: Questions

Author:
Marquis
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Date Posted: Wednesday, October 01, 06:12:29pm

Can we stop Albany's running game and is "Dozie" as good as the two ROW awards indicate?

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Subject: Dayton Thoughts....

Author:
Shaler Tom
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Date Posted: Monday, September 29, 09:50:23pm

A terrific game and one that should open a lot of eyes in the NEC. The defense gets the game ball in my opinion with a bend but don't break performance.
A first, I thought that we were going to have to match them score for score but once things settled down, it turned into a defensive struggle. Our red zone performance was awesome as the Dukes forced Dayton into kicking three field goals, the last of which put them up 16-10 and in so doing, lit a fire under the offense which marched down the field and scored what proved to be the game winner.
Greg Hough has to be the unsung hero. Moving back to FB, he made some terrific blocks and picked up blitzes while throwing his body around all afternoon.
Tyler Scruggs is an animal. A special teams demon, lining up as a power FB on goal line and playing DE, this kid is tireless and the blocked punt....my god... this kid who goes 240 laid out and secured the game.
I thought that Connor Dixon played well. The numbers may not be what we saw in the first two games but he managed the field well. His TD pass was a thing of beauty.
All things considered, our young Dukes just beat a VERY formidable opponent and staked their claim as a team to be reckoned with. As I mentioned this morning, I was hoping to keep it close until the 4th quarter and somehow pull out the upset. Happily, thats exactly what we got!

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[> Subject: Re: Dayton Thoughts....

Author:
Jake
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Date Posted: Saturday, September 27, 07:00:24pm

Hey it's a win and I'll take it! Considering that we were predicted to loose by 12 points I think our young team proved that they have a lot of potential and a great future! Good job guys! Go Dukes!

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[> Subject: Re: Dayton Thoughts....

Author:
Spanky
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Date Posted: Saturday, September 27, 07:39:31pm

In three games the Dukes have only given up 3 fourth quarter points. That tells me that they are finishers and can stay with anyone. Kudos to Scruggs for an awesome punt block and to Dixon for withstanding some horrific shots and throwing two more TDs. This was a team win all the way around.

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[> Subject: Re: Dayton Thoughts....

Author:
DetroitFlyer
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Date Posted: Monday, September 29, 12:46:17pm

Man, I'm still bummed over this loss....

Hats off to the Dukes! You beat us much the same way that we beat Fordham. Just very solid all around football and taking advantage of our mistakes. I will never understand why we did not pound the ball into the endzone at the end of the first half.... I think we still had all of our TO's at that time as well. That interception broke our spirit IMHO! The blocked punt was not too good for us either! We won the "numbers" summary, but you won the only thing that counts, the game!

Good luck with Albany next week. They have a stud running back that will be hard to stop. We are not a good running team and our starting RB rolled up 96 yards on Saturday. David McCarty of Albany could run for 150 - 200 yards this coming Saturday. Albany's QB is not great, but he will make a few plays.

On Conner Dixon: He is tall! He threw some very nice passes, but I thought we did a decent job against him. Our offense just could not get it done.... Too many stalled drives, and a couple of big mistakes.

We sat right behind the Dayton players. It was kind of odd to be able to talk to the players during the game. I doubt that I'll ever get to sit that close to the action at a Division I college football game again!

I was disappointed at the small crowd. Duquesne must market football the same way Dayton does, (virtually not at all). I know there is a lot to compete with in Pittsburgh, but less than 2000 for one of the best FCS games of the weekend is a bummer!

Here is to hoping that we keep this game as a regular series. I would love to see Duquesne at Welcome Stadium next season.

By the way, it has probably been about 25 years since I was on the Duquesne campus. All I can say is looking good. I really like Rooney Field. Get some bleachers on the visitor's side, and you will be good to go!

Good luck the rest of the way, especially with the Danes this coming weekend.

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[> [> Subject: Re: Dayton Thoughts....

Author:
A83
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Date Posted: Monday, September 29, 12:55:27pm

Crowd size was disappointing. Thanks for the nice thoughts.

Oh, and consider joining the NEC!!

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[> [> Subject: Re: Dayton Thoughts....

Author:
Marquis
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Date Posted: Monday, September 29, 08:05:14pm

D.F.- Thanks for the kind works and perhaps we can meet again this year in the ECAC Classic!

Dayton/Duquesne is a natural rivalry. There is a good article on Duquesne's Rivals Page on this. I'd live to have the two teams in the same conference. The A-10 should try to field one to replace the CAA losses. Dayton, Duquesne, Fordham, Marist....

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[> [> [> Subject: Re: Dayton Thoughts....

Author:
Doug
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Date Posted: Monday, September 29, 09:50:23pm

Dayton did a job on Pitt on the court and now they show them up as fans too.

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Subject: Similar Football Program Seating Capacities

Author:
Coffee
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Date Posted: Monday, September 29, 08:27:34pm

Here is the seating capacity for the other teams in the NEC and a couple similar sized programs;

Central Conn St. Arute Field - 5,000
Monmouth, Kessler Field, 4,600
Robert Morris, Walton Stadium, 4,800
Sacred Heart- Campus Field, No Information
St. Francis, Del Gol Field, 3,500
Wagner, Wagner Field? 3,300
Albany, University Field, 10,000
Dayton, Welcom Stadium, 11,000
Marist, ? 5,000
La Salle (Defunct) McCarthy Stadium 7,500

I know the administation did put out quite a bit of cash, but Rooney is under half the seating capacity of out similar programs. We've still yet to host Robert Morris. The major expenses are done (restrooms, press box, concessions) Aluminum bleachers are really not that expensive and would pay for themselves when we charge for seating.

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[> Subject: Re: Similar Football Program Seating Capacities

Author:
Ted
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Date Posted: Tuesday, September 23, 09:21:35pm

Well, if the first game is any indication, we may need to build on. Good point aout having the majority of the costly items done. Hopefully, the crowds continue. If they come, they will build it!

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[> [> Subject: Re: Similar Football Program Seating Capacities

Author:
Ted
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Date Posted: Tuesday, September 23, 09:30:13pm

Take a look at the press box picture above. Can you picture the stands continuing up under it and having he consession stand windows facing the street is stead of to the front? You would not need the stairs in back to the second level if you extend the bleachers up on either side to the second floor of the press box. You could just walk in behind it from the grandstands. The stands would be over top of the consession area just like they are over the new bathrooms an stop just below the second floor. The press box may need to be jacked up a bit to make it fit, but you would get some additional prime seats at the 50.

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[> Subject: Re: Similar Football Program Seating Capacities

Author:
Jefferson
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Date Posted: Monday, September 29, 08:27:34pm

4500 would be about the most we could fit in a horse shoe unless we build another deck or start taking out some of Academic Walk.

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Subject: Just One Man's Opinion-One game

Author:
TMH
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Date Posted: Monday, September 29, 07:57:20pm

I just returned from my second Duquesne football game ever (the first being Robert Morris last year). I'll give my breakdown of the football team a bit later. For now I would like to discuss the stadium and the experience.
Sadly, the stadium is sufficient for the types of crowds I saw at those 2 games. I can only hope that as the success in this new league continues, there will reach a point where it will require temps on Academic Walk and eventually a different, larger facility.
There were a lot of empty seats there in a stadium with a very, very small seating capacity and many of the fans around me were from Dayton. I am expressing my concern because running a football program is not an inexpensive endeavor. Colleges do it for publicity and if done correctly to instill a school pride in alumni, students and prospective students. Three quarter of the on-campus housing is a hail mary pass from the field and there were very few students there. There are several reason I suspect.
1.) The size of the stadium is a self-fulfilling prophecy, an almost Catch-22. The students, I am told have a difficulty taking the program seriously when their HS stadium is 3X larger.
2.)There was no game day atmosphere. I understand the marching band dilemna but there was no live music whatsoever. This from a school with a fine music dept.
3.)There were no stands, even concessions that I could find, no tents, no promotions.
Greg Amadio has done a yeomanlike job in his short time here but there so, so much more work to be done. I offer this not to disrespect the school. I love Duquesne but as an objective wake-up call.

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[> Subject: Re: Just One Man's Opinion-One game

Author:
A83
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Date Posted: Monday, September 29, 05:43:19pm

There was no band there? There was a pep band for St. Francis. But no band for the Dayton game? Well, that is unacceptable. The elimination of the marching band was just a foolish decision and one that the administration ignored peoples' suggestions to keep the band and have it fund raise for itself. GA and the Athletic Department killed the band in a foolish move and would not LISTEN to any alternatives.

Your post is excellent.

I am now told they do not charge people on the stone bleacher side at all. I am not going to pay the rest of the season. I donate in too many other ways. If they choose not to charge people, I am not going to pay.

I disagree with one point. The students are not coming because of the size of the stadium. Student apathy about sports is a huge problem at Duquesne for all sports. I was at the soccer game on Friday night. I watched hundreds of students walk on Academic Walk on night and not even take a glance over to the field. I have been to woman's bb game and there was not a single student there. You would think that the team members would have a friend or two show up. I am not sure what the cause and I am not blaming the students - it is what it is. There is simply no interest. And I find that hard to blame on the size of the stadium.

I am not criticizing the students that attend. Or the Red and Blue basketball crew or does the best the can. The majority of the students are an apathetic lot, have no school spirit, and would rather do any else than attend a DU sports event.

I am a little tired of walking on eggshells when criticizing the students. I do not want to sting the students who care. The vast majority of students simply do not care.

And I understand about students having to study and have jobs. That has always been the case and always will.

And all of this criticism bothers me. I really enjoy DU football. And I support the team.

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[> [> Subject: Re: Just One Man's Opinion-One game

Author:
A83
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Date Posted: Monday, September 29, 05:53:11pm

Sorry my post was so long!! Man, I am a bag of wind sometimes!!

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[> [> Subject: Student Spirit

Author:
Marquis
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Date Posted: Monday, September 29, 07:57:20pm

I'll go to battle with any of the Red and Blue Crew! These kids have spirit. A soon as we give the kids a good product and market it well, more will come out- Like the man said- Build it and they will come.

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[> Subject: Re: Just One Man's Opinion-One game

Author:
Coffee
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Date Posted: Monday, September 29, 06:49:27pm

TMH- I agree with all you wrote, but there was a live pep band there in the far corner. I can see why you missed them. You must have been sitting on the visitors side on the stone blocks (which I will NEVER be able to understand). There is a consesion stand now under the press box and a few tents on Bluff Street.

That being said. I would like to summarize yours and many other posts since this board has been up.

1. Bring back and expand the marching band. A pep band is ok for basketball, but a marching band is part of college football.

2. Move the consession stand windows to the sides and to Bluff Street so you can sit more premium seats at the 50. You can access the press box from the top of the bleachers and take out the first flight of stairs to have the consession stand windows face Bluff St.

3. Add AT LEAST 6-9 more rows on top of the main bleachers by building out over the side walk. Take the row of parking out along Bluff and move the road over.

4. Take out the little square building at the South West part of the Field and run few rows of bleachers along the west endzone to make it a horseshoe set up.

5. Find a sponsor and get an animated scoreboard.

6. Buy some real bleachers (8-10 rows) to place on top of the blocks on the visitors side.

I agree. More people will show if it looks and feels like a real college game day and not a youth football field at the local park.

I posted the seating capacities of all our conference members and we are less than half of what ALL of them have.

If you build it, they will come.

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Subject: Great Stuff from the Sagarin Rankings

Author:
Coffee
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Date Posted: Monday, September 29, 06:57:05pm

The NEC moved up dramatically for one week in the Sagarin Rankings helped by the Duke's quality win over Dayton. Entering the week the NEC and Pioneer were ranked very close to each other. Now the NEC has moved closer to the Mid-Eastern and Southwestern Conferences. Currntly, the Mid-Eastern is ranked 11th at 38.93 in 1-AA, and the Sothwestern #12 at 35.74. The NEC is just behind now at #13 at 35.25. The Pioneer is at 29.38 and the Independents which include old MAAC members Marist and Iona are at 25.38.

Sagarin makes the Dukes a two touchdown underdog again at home this week vs. Albany.

Individually, the Dukes moved up to #212 overall for 1-A and 1-AA Schools with a 38.91 rating. Dayton is still ahead of them at 41.71. If the Dukes can beat Albany next week, they stand to pick up some real steam since Albany's strength of scedule has them ranked at #143 at 55.45.

Realize that the Sagarin ranks the 1-A and 1-AA together.

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[> Subject: Re: Great Stuff from the Sagarin Rankings

Author:
A83
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Date Posted: Sunday, September 28, 06:23:53pm

Thanks for the Sagarin info, Coffee. This is a really big game against Albany.

I think it is DU biggest game since the old ECAC Bowl v. Albany when we were undefeated. There was much hope that if they would have won that game vs. Albany, they would have had a shot at the last at-large for the NCAA tournament.

I was at that game and it was played in a wind storm. Best Albany call of the game was making DU go into the wind in first quarter. We made mistakes in first quarter and that just snowballed into a bad loss.

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Subject: Is it too early to look towards Albany?

Author:
A83
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Date Posted: Monday, September 29, 03:37:56pm

This game could decide NEC championship. RMC is down this year. Wagner (who we play on road) lost to Bryant today at home.

We have C. Ct. State on road who I know nothing about. And Monmouth at home to close the season.

Lots of football after Albany, but not out of realm that the winner on Saturday will be NEC champ.

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[> Subject: Re: Is it too early to look towards Albany?

Author:
Always a Duke
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Date Posted: Saturday, September 27, 09:47:05pm

22,196 fans just watched the Delaware Fighin' Blue Hens crush Albany 38-7. The Blue Hens were on Albany's 1 or 2 yard line as time ran out. Albany is now 1-3 after playing 4 Colonial Athletic Association (CAA) opponents in a row and on the road - no doubt the toughest non-conference schedule in the NEC.

Here's hoping that they are battle weary when they step on Rooney Field next Saturday. Hopefully the Dukes have few injuries from today's game. I'm not sure the same may be said about Albany after its rough schedule. I believe that the Dukes' confidence has been gradually growing starting in the 2nd half of the Buchnell game. Beating Dayton in a hard-fought game will hopefully have prepared the Dukes for what lies ahead with Albany. This was a win over a quality team today. Great job, Dukes!

I was somewhat disappointed about the small number of fans who participated in the university-sponsored tailgate party this afternoon. However, I did get an opportunity to meet and talk to Coffee, our Forum's Czar, while snacking at the tailgate gathering at half-time. I hope to see him at next week's game. Note that Aramart varied the menu adding chicken and a fresh fruit salad. Still not a bad deal for $15, including the delicious Straub's beer.

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[> Subject: Re: Is it too early to look towards Albany?

Author:
Kitty Kat Duke
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Date Posted: Sunday, September 28, 10:27:41am

I think we can beat Albany. This team is becoming more confident, and starting to gel.. lst's not forget how many new kids are in the mix this year. The coach mentioned that he thinks the team is "bonding". I just wish and hope the coaches will focus on the penalty situation. Perhaps some of those offsides were unavoidable? (No to be sexist, but I never played football, so I don't know how the whole front line gets sucked into being offsides) But, the penalties are hurting us and the Dukes would be even further ahead without all the losses acquired through the mistakes. Am I off base?

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[> [> Subject: Re: Is it too early to look towards Albany?

Author:
Coffee
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Date Posted: Sunday, September 28, 11:45:52am

KKD- Your comments are right on the button about the team starting to gell. I was afraid that the upper classmen would be a bit resentful over the all the new kids coming in and fighting for immediate playing time. The real unsung hero this season I feel, is Greg Hough. He sets a great attitude by moving around to three different positions this year before finding a new starting job at FB.

Kevin Rombaugh also could have been upset over not starting after the excellent season he had last year. He is still the starting holder. Other upper classmen used to more time are also willing to show their class by putting their case for time on the field rather than by grumbling. This is a very unselfish team willing to do what it takes.

I'm just started writing articles for Rival's Duquesne Football side and I'm working on one with this theme.

As far as the penalties, they always hurt, but I think the young players usually make mistakes that hopefully get ironed out as they gain experience.

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[> [> [> Subject: Re: Is it too early to look towards Albany?

Author:
Shaler Tom
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Date Posted: Sunday, September 28, 12:00:41pm

Your thoughts on the upperclassmen are dead on Coffee. I've been to all three games this year and was intrigued by how Kevin and Connor would react to one another.
Throughout each game, the two are always talking, working together and having a good time. I think Connor relies heavily on Kevin's experience and it seems Kevin is genuinely happy with Connor's and the teams success. Coming from Michigan State, Connor was probably in the same boat as Kevin is now and surely knows what he's going through.

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[> [> [> [> Subject: Re: Is it too early to look towards Albany?

Author:
Kitty Kat Duke
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Date Posted: Sunday, September 28, 12:24:20pm

You guys are right--- these players are not letting their personal egos get in the way of team success. And to me that equals a successful team! I think Duke football is on an upward ride. Hopefully the administration will see that as well. As fans, I guess the best way to show our appreciation is to show up at the games.

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[> [> [> [> Subject: Re: Is it too early to look towards Albany?

Author:
Coffee and Tom
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Date Posted: Monday, September 29, 03:36:31pm

I agree with the great attitude of the players however Dixon took some ridiculous shots and I relly believe that Rombach should have at LEAST 2 scripted series in which he plays. we are in october and not a series played???? Not many teams go through the season with 1 QB. Just a thought, also he is listed as a Jr. but does he graduate this year? I cant see him coming back twith the same role after graduation......kinda like Knapp.

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[> [> [> [> [> Subject: Re: Is it too early to look towards Albany?

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Shoey
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Date Posted: Monday, September 29, 03:37:56pm

accident- I was responding to Coffee and Tom sorry about that! Fumble!!!

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Subject: Chris Shovlin's Comments during Bobby Mo's Radio Broadcast

Author:
Always a Duke
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Date Posted: Monday, September 29, 02:14:58am

While at the Dukes-Dayton game I would occasionally alternate between listening to the radio broadcast of the Dukes' game and that of the Robert Morris game. As I was listening to the wrap-up of Bobby Mo's 34-26 disappointing loss to Monmouth, I was puzzled by play-by-play announcer Chris Shovlin's rant about Robert Morris' crushing victory over the Dukes in their inaugural game in the mid 1990s. The timing of his comments two weeks prior to Bobby Mo's game with the Dukes on Oct. 11th even prompted color commentator Jim Frederick to remark about Shovlin's premature delight in bringing this up.

Although I had usually found Shovlin's broadcast of Bobby Mo's and various high school games to be pretty professional, I thought his comments had no place in this wrap-up of the game and reflected somewhat of a personal vendetta against the Dukes. Admittedly he may have been a bit dissatisfied with with his team's performance Saturday afternoon and its overall performance resulting in a 1-3 record. Considering that the Dukes have beaten the Colonials the last five games in a row, and Bobby Mo faces an NEC opponent next week, what was he thinking? Perhaps some of you may know a little more about this guy's approach. If so, please share your thoughts.

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[> Subject: Re: Chris Shovlin's Comments during Bobby Mo's Radio Broadcast

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A83
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Date Posted: Monday, September 29, 09:01:23am

Shovlin plain and simple hates Duquesne. There really is not much more analysis needed. I have noticed his comments for years.

I do not watch much TV, so if RMC (football or basketball) is playing I will listen to the games on the radio (if DU is not playing) while doing other stuff. I listened to the end of the RMC-Bucknell football game and Shovlin's first comment was that RMC played Bucknell better than DU.

He particuliarly hated Greg Gatusso. He used to make comments about Gatusso's weight (I am not kidding) all the time. He does not have the same venom for Schmidt.

I actually think listen to his broadcasts for the comedy. He announces every RMC touchdown or three point shot like it is the score that wins RMC the national championship.

Obviously, something in his past, happened and he has it out for Duquesne. Mabe he was turned down for a job or something. He also does morning sports on WSHH I believe, (in a format that plays to the 60+ crowd), but I have never listened to station.

Obviously, we are very lucky to have Ray and 13 year vet Alex, who are very professional doing our broadcasts.

I would be interested if Alex P's has any thoughts on Shovlin. He is probably too professional to post them, if they are negative.

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Subject: OK PG!

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Doug
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Date Posted: Sunday, September 28, 04:25:25pm

We can rip them when they don't cover the Dukes, so lets give them credit when they do well. Ax did a nice article on the Dayton win and the Trib did ok leading the District College Roundup with the Dukes game.

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Subject: WE WON!!!!! 23-16

Author:
Kitty Kat Duke
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Date Posted: Saturday, September 27, 06:29:47pm

Way to go DUKES! I was able to see it streamed in, and could listen to the radio station via internet, but streaming is ahead of the audio by 3-4 plays! What a way to experience the game. Tyler Scruggs block has to be play of the game. Just think if we hadn't had those penalties.

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[> Subject: Re: WE WON!!!!! 24-16

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Kitty Kat Duke
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Date Posted: Saturday, September 27, 04:10:37pm

Whoops.... I meant 24-16! Yippee; way to go DUKES

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[> [> Subject: Re: WE WON!!!!! 24-16

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Coffee
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Date Posted: Saturday, September 27, 05:41:00pm

I just got back from the game and actually met a few of you! Great play from the Dukes who continue to come up with the big turnovers when they need to.

The key to this game was the defense stopping the Flyers after they had been on the field forever. The offense had a string of posessions when they had trouble moving the ball, but the D didn't tire. The blocked punt was beautiful!!!

If you are local and you are a Duquesne fan, you are missing some QUALITY football from young team that will continue to keep getting better.

I really admire Greg Hough for doing whatever is asked of him. I think he's found a spot back in the backfield after going grom LB to RB to LB now to FB.

Put a few more pounds on the line and we can play with anybody. I'm glad we were ranked 5th so we can prove it on the field!!!

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[> [> [> Subject: Re: WE WON!!!!! 24-16

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MD
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Date Posted: Saturday, September 27, 05:50:05pm

This team has guts- They stood tall against what could be their toughest opponant all year. Albany may be a test too. If they would have had more full speed experience going into Bucknell we could be 3-0!

Go DUKES!!!!

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[> [> [> Subject: Re: WE WON!!!!! 24-16

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A83
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Date Posted: Saturday, September 27, 05:54:55pm

Albany should be a real test. I see that we missed two field goals in first half. We they before or after DU kikced the field goal to tie the game at 10.

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[> [> [> [> Subject: Re: WE WON!!!!! 24-16

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A83
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Date Posted: Saturday, September 27, 05:57:18pm

Sorry for the terrible typing and proofreading. Were the missed field goals kicked before or after the field goal we kicked to tie the game at 10?

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[> [> [> [> [> Subject: Re: WE WON!!!!! 24-16

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Kitty Kat Duke
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Date Posted: Saturday, September 27, 06:20:42pm

A83- I think they were kicked before; seemed like we missed two before we got one.

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[> [> [> [> [> Subject: Re: WE WON!!!!! 24-16

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Jefferson
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Date Posted: Saturday, September 27, 06:21:08pm

I believe both misses came with the Dukes leading 10-7. Both were pulled right. He's a left footer.

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[> [> [> [> [> [> Subject: Re: WE WON!!!!! 24-16

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A83
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Date Posted: Saturday, September 27, 06:29:47pm

Thanks Jefferson and KKD. Nice job for the kicker to miss two and then come through!!!

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Subject: Prediction

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Marquis
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Date Posted: Saturday, September 27, 05:46:44pm

Duquesne 28-21. Dixon has a big day.

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[> Subject: Re: Prediction

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Jake
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Date Posted: Friday, September 26, 06:49:54pm

Let hope we come out swinging! Go Dukes!

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[> Subject: Re: Prediction

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Shaler Tom
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Date Posted: Saturday, September 27, 09:30:28am

It all hinges on our young offensive line. If they can give Dixon some time, an upset could be in the making. Dayton is a very strong team and leads the FCS in sacks and QB hurries. I like the way our running game stepped up in the St. Francis game and a repeat of that will keep Dayton honest. This game more than any other will be a true barometer of how the season should go. I hope the young Dukes can keep it close into the 4th quarter and pull it out in the end. Either way, its going to be a tough test.

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[> [> Subject: Re: Prediction

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Doug
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Date Posted: Saturday, September 27, 05:46:44pm

Tom- Good call here. Dayton hit Dixon early and often, but their run blocking set up a bit more time later in the game when they coudn't rush the passer each play and actually had to guard against the run.

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Subject: Congrats Dukes!!!

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A83
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Date Posted: Saturday, September 27, 05:00:23pm

I was on the way to the game and I was called away for a small family emergency. Luckily everything is okay.

I missed the game. I turned it on just as we blocked the punt.

Great win!!! Congrats to Coach S and the entire team!

I can't wait to hear some gameday reports from those that were there.

BTW. Alex P and Tad are doing a first rate job on WMNY. I was so glad to be able to get into the car and hear the game again.

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[> Subject: Re: Congrats Dukes!!!

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Marquis
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Date Posted: Saturday, September 27, 06:11:33pm

First loss for Dayton in 10 games! I'd like to play them every year- They have a good team each year and would be gret to have an A-10 member back on th4 schedule now that La Salle dropped thier program. I was really hoping they would go to either the Pioneer or NEC.

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Subject: GO DUKES

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Alex P.
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Date Posted: Saturday, September 27, 08:42:08am

GO DUKES!!!!!!

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[> Subject: Re: GO DUKES

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Kitty Kat Duke
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Date Posted: Saturday, September 27, 11:57:23am

Calling all Duke fans! I will be listening in once again from sunny Florida. The team CAN win this game....no penalties like last week; bring out that 2nd half team from the Bucknell game and all will be well. Enjoy that dark beer for me.

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Subject: Soccer

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A83
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Date Posted: Friday, September 26, 10:20:55pm

I just came back from mens soccer game. DU beat RMC in overtime 1-0.

No temporary bleachers erected for tomorrow's game.

Go Dukes!

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Subject: Great Articles on Buff Donelli, The Duquesne Football "Nightriders" and this year's Homecoming in the Duquesne Alumni Magazine

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MD
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Date Posted: Friday, September 26, 06:59:09pm

The Alumni Magazine has a fantastic article on former great Duquesne player and coach Buff Donelli and the Duquesne "Nightriders" (Named for when the team started playing night games at Forbes Field). Homecoming activities are listed too.

TO ALL ALUMNI- Come on back and fill Rooney Field and the Tailgate area again! The first game was a wonderful experience!!!

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Subject: Dukes vs. Fly Boys of Dayton

Author:
Always a Duke
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Date Posted: Friday, September 26, 05:59:16pm

Based on the the experience of the first football game at the newly renovated Rooney Field, the Athletic Department will institute measures that will limit access to seats on the Academic Walk side to those with tickets. They also recognize the shortage of seats based on how many fans were observed siting or standing on the grass. This may be addressed by the addition of temporary bleachers. While there have been many constructive comments posted on the Dukes' Football Forum regarding the inadequate number of seats resulting from the renovation project, it's clear that a permanent solution will not occur this football season. It seems that the best we can hope for is the addition of temporary bleacher seating on Academic Walk.

The Tailgate event was considered such a success that plans are being made to expand the area set aside for its patrons. It's a great place to gather at half time. By the way, I agree with the several other posts about how good the Straub dark beer was.

Since all of the remaining football games are scheduled to start at 1 PM except for the away game with Bryant (12 noon), the radio signal on 1360 WMNY will be unaffected by the downturn in signal strength starting at sunset, which is mandated by the FCC, as we experienced at the St. Francis game. I'm sure many of us enjoy watching the game live while getting the details through Alex and Tad's radio broadcast. It will be great to get a clear signal for the entire game.

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[> Subject: Re: Dukes vs. Fly Boys of Dayton

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A83
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Date Posted: Tuesday, September 23, 04:58:39pm

Very puzzling, why didn't the Athletic Department see before the game that if you don't fence off the bleacher area, people are not going to voluntarily pay?

In other words, if I (and others) hadn't b*tched about this, it would still be the same way for Dayton?

I don't know if it is Facilities Management (under Jarrett Durham) or whoever "runs" the Palumbo Center and Rooney Field, but they are always a day late and a dollar short with solutions. No vision, alway reactios never proaction.

A little foresight could have envisioned that no fences meant, no ticktets bought, and lost revenue.

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[> [> Subject: Re: Dukes vs. Fly Boys of Dayton

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Marquis
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Date Posted: Tuesday, September 23, 05:57:11pm

I'd like to think that they were pleasantly surprized by the crowd. I'm sure they will be ready this time. I just hope the crowds keep coming!

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[> [> [> Subject: Re: Dukes vs. Fly Boys of Dayton

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A83
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Date Posted: Tuesday, September 23, 08:42:52pm

I dont want to make a big deal of this. I think the AD does a great job, but they still drop the ball on "big" events.

Remember the URI basketball game 2 years ago? The Ath Dept was totally caught unaware by the size of the crowd and people didnt get into the game until well into the first half. Everyone on the basketball board saw that coming and even warned them to be prepared. They were not.

This year you had a warning sign that the seating was insufficient. A high school that rented the field cancelled earlier in the week saying there was not enough seats. Did the Ath Dept. think they were making that reason up?

How much warning do you need that there might not be enough seats? DU Basketball has only had one crowd (Pitt last year) bigger since that Rhode Island game. It was a beautiful night and that might be DU football's biggest crowd of the year.

Why do we always have to practice on the "big" crowds? Why can't there be more foresight and preparation?

Really, I am just a common schmuck, but I could see people walking in on Saturday night for free. You mean to tell me that no one in the Ath. Department could look at that setup and say we need fences to make sure people pay and we need to put up a few more bleachers.

No, they would rather give mea culpeas and hope people return after a negative experience.

I am not sure if the Athletic Department runs facility planning or not (it says on the website that is Jarrett Durham's domain), but that department does not have any foresight or planning skills. Non.

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[> Subject: Re: Dukes vs. Fly Boys of Dayton

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Always a Duke
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Date Posted: Tuesday, September 23, 10:29:20pm

According to the predictor scores of Sagarin's Ratings, Dayton is a 10 1/2 pt. favorite over the Dukes. This includes the estimated 2.87 pts. the Dukes would get for home field advantage. It should be quite a challenge for the Dukes but not necessarily out of reach.

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[> Subject: Re: Dukes vs. Fly Boys of Dayton

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DetroitFlyer
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Date Posted: Thursday, September 25, 09:27:18am

Hello Dukes fans. I am a proud UD grad and a proud former Pittsburgh resident. I will be coming in for the game. I have never been to a game at Rooney Field. I pre-ordered tickets and they put us in "Section 6". Not exactly the best seats in the house.... Do you think that they would let me and my Pittsburgh based family, (about 7 folks total), sit on the "visitor's side"?

Also, are fans from visiting teams welcome at the tailgate? I am a big fan of Straub beer and would not mind a cold one or two before the game. On the other hand, being as I will be proudly wearing my Flyer colors, I do not want to create a problem at the tailgate.

Any other tips for fans coming in from out of town?

Looking forward to a great football game on Saturday!

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[> [> Subject: Re: Dukes vs. Fly Boys of Dayton

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Coffee
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Date Posted: Thursday, September 25, 12:46:12pm

Wecome back to Pittsburgh. We hope you have a great time here except for the game itself. The tailgate area is more like a covered picnic area and you are welcome to use it and to sit where you please on the visitors side if you don't like section 6 which is close to the end zone.

The only bad thing about the visitors side is that they didn't have the main temporary bleachers set up this year. The seating is on a kind of cement block. If you notice from our board discussions, we hope to expand the seating in the future.

I look forward to each Dayton game and would like to play every year if we could meet our fellow A-10 brothers on the turf too!

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[> [> Subject: Re: Dukes vs. Fly Boys of Dayton

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Mal
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Date Posted: Friday, September 26, 08:54:44am

Hey buddy nice of you to come back to the Burgh but do you HAVE to wear the Flyer" shirt? How about just a Dukes shirt? I'm just wondering. Come and support OUR team. We need the support Dayton is supposed to be the "Ohio State"of this conference! Go Dukes

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[> [> [> Subject: Re: Dukes vs. Fly Boys of Dayton

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DetroitFlyer
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Date Posted: Friday, September 26, 09:33:58am

Well, I will be wearing my Flyer colors because I graduated from UD and I am a huge fan of the football program. Of course after this game, I will be a fan of Duquesne the rest of the way in 2008. I was kind of bummed that Duquesne did not join the PFL when the MAAC died. I still do not understand why it did not work out.... Maybe adding scholarships and reduced travel were thought to be more beneficial to the program in the long run? At any rate, I am a fan of NEC football in general, and I follow Saint Francis, Duquesne and Robert Morris closely. I have a tough time picking a favorite when you guys play each other.... I have a soft spot for tiny Saint Francis as my brother is a grad and I am always amazed at such a small school fielding a Division I football program.

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[> [> [> [> Subject: Re: Dukes vs. Fly Boys of Dayton

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A83
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Date Posted: Friday, September 26, 11:09:22am

We need Dayton in the NEC. The PFL doesnt have an automatic bid to the NCAA tournament, the NEC see has a condition bid and an automatic starting in 2010.

Cmon Flyer fan, ditch Davidson and Butler and join the NEC.

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[> [> [> [> [> Subject: Re: Dukes vs. Fly Boys of Dayton

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Coffee
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Date Posted: Friday, September 26, 05:59:16pm

I just wrote a article for the Rivals Site on the Duquesne-Dayton Rivalry going from the basketball court to the turf. Duquesne and Dayton are both highly ranked academic, urban, catholic, private, tradition filled schools who really should be playing each other each year in both football and basketball.

I always thaought that they should be at the core of a new A-10 Football Conference with Fordham and some other similar upper level basketball, BCS football programs.

GO DUKES!!

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Subject: Tailgate

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TMH
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Date Posted: Thursday, September 25, 11:05:51am

I will be leaving the Lehigh Valley at 6 AM saturday to catch the football game. Can someone please give me details on how to get involved in the tailgate experience. I hope to meet a few of you while there. I enjoy the board very much, thanks for all your efforts Coffee

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[> Subject: Re: Tailgate

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Always a Duke
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Date Posted: Thursday, September 25, 11:34:35am

At the Dukes-St. Francis game, the University-sponsored tailgate was set up under the overhang of Melon Hall on the Bluff Street side of the building. It cost $15 per person and included hot dogs, hamburgers, hot sausage sandwiches, baked beans, pasta salad, chips, pretzels, cookies & a few other items which I can't recall. Each patron is given either 2 tickets for beer or soda. At half time you can return for snacks and use your beverage tickets if you choose. Tables & chairs are set up to provide a more comfortable eating arrangement. To my knowledge entry is not restricted only to Duquesne fans, but I didn't notice St. Francis Red Flash shirts or hats worn by any of the patrons last Saturday night. Given the closeness of Melon Hall to Rooney Field seating, you can walk to your seats in probably no more than 1-2 minutes.

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Subject: Tune in to the Coach'e Show on Fox 970

Author:
Coffee
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Date Posted: Wednesday, September 24, 08:56:48pm

AM 970 Tonight!!

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[> Subject: Re: Tune in to the Coach's Show on Fox 970

Author:
MD
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Date Posted: Wednesday, September 24, 09:06:27pm

Thanks for the reminder- I caught just the last few minutes. They taked about the new positive feeling on campus- More students coming to the game, the "closeness" that Rooney offers. One caller referrd to Rooney as Hidden Gem. Agreed, Rooney offers a closeness and with just a few more areas to sit, would be a fantastic place for a 1-AA game! The view of the city and river and campus gives a great feel.

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Subject: Straub/Strub Connection???

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Marquis
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Date Posted: Tuesday, September 23, 09:17:36pm

The Straub dark beer served at the picnic area has given me a new favorite beverage. I just remembered that Fr. Strub was the founder of the university. Have I just finished one too many of the dark beers, or is there cosmic significance here?

And what's with all the Pitt fans messing with the football and now the basketball forums? Shouldn't they have something better to do with their time?

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Subject: One mans take on the game

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Shaler Tom
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Date Posted: Monday, September 22, 11:28:41pm

What a beautiful night for a football game. I thought the Dukes played well but need to make progress in a few areas.
1. I was happy to see the running game step up a bit. St. Francis certainly watched the Bucknell game and decided to blitz Dixon on every play. Neutralizing that with a strong running game will go a long way to freeing him up in the future.
2. Too many penalties. The bye week was unfortunate in that the boys are still trying to hit their stride. I think we'll see a much cleaner game next week.
3. Play calling. Lets try to get the play in on time. Dixon was having trouble reading the play from the sidelines the whole game.
Two things jumped out at me both positive. One, the defense is beginning to assert itself earlier in the game. If they played that way in the Bucknell game, its not even close. Second, I am amazed at what Connor Dixon can do. His third touchdown was thrown about 65 yards in the air and was right on the money. A truly dangerous quarterback. I watched Bill Stull earlier today and this Dixon kid, even after a two year layoff is far and away more poised.

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[> Subject: Re: One mans take on the game

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Ol' Duke
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Date Posted: Sunday, September 21, 08:53:56am

Great comment about the running game. It was nice to see a Duke break 100 yards. They could have had him over 200 and set up the passing game even more. The running game was there. The score could easily have been into the 30's. We will need to do this better against Dayton and Albany.

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[> Subject: Re: One mans take on the game

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Ted
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Date Posted: Sunday, September 21, 11:24:17am

Good post on the game- I'd add one more thought- Dixon seems to be a "streaky" QB. when he's on, he's on fire (2nd half of the Bucknell game and the 2nd quarter last night). The rest of the time, he looked lost. The interception on the screen was BAD. Hopfully he grows out of it.

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[> [> Subject: Re: One mans take on the game

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A83
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Date Posted: Sunday, September 21, 11:28:01am

Is Albany the best school in the NEC?

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[> [> [> Subject: Re: One mans take on the game

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Coffee
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Date Posted: Sunday, September 21, 11:56:21am

According to the NEC Coach's Poll and their play last year they are. They are playing a tough ooc schedule and beat Hoftra and played UMASS close from the CAA.

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[> [> Subject: Re: One mans take on the game

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Shoey
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Date Posted: Sunday, September 21, 12:29:04pm

Ted- Agreed, and I can guarantee you no other team will not have safeties deep with 08 seconds in the first half. St.Francis was a very poorly coached team. The real test will be this week.

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[> [> Subject: Re: One mans take on the game

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Shaler Tom
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Date Posted: Sunday, September 21, 02:44:37pm

You're right about the interception Ted. It was a very poor decision and should have been thrown away. I know he was running for his life but with his arm strength, could have tossed it into the bleachers. I'll give Connor a pass on being a little streaky, considering this was only his second start in 3 years.
I was a little more concerned about the time it took to get the play into Dixon. He seemed to be standing and looking at the coaching staff, waiting for the decision. I hope that this is also a sign of early season maturing on the coaches part. We will have to be sharp against Dayton.

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[> [> Subject: Re: One mans take on the game

Author:
Mal
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Date Posted: Sunday, September 21, 03:42:45pm

Nine touchdowns in 2 games is a pretty good start- especially for not having played for three years. I think once the team as a whole gels and the coaching staff is a little quicker getting the plays in to the field, Dixon will be more confident and will lead the team to many wins. Some wins may be more spectacular than others but he certainly has a record of success.

Go Dukes!

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[> [> [> Subject: Re: One mans take on the game

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Ted
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Date Posted: Sunday, September 21, 08:17:34pm

I'm not complaining about Dixon. Anybody who can beat out Kevin after the year he had lanst year and toss 9 TD's in his first two games is going places. I just think he has run hot and cold and I hope once he feels comfortble he stays on "hot".

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[> [> [> [> Subject: Re: One mans take on the game

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Shoey
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Date Posted: Monday, September 22, 06:11:44pm

I am not sure anybody beat out Kevin. IMO Kevin go caught up in a no-win situation. I am not in the know but dont think for a minute that the marketing/Kid comes home to Pittsburgh from bigtime wasnt being sent to the local kids. In no way am I bashing the kids talent but anybody who thought the Dixon kid wasnt going to start from day 1 is mistaken. The question is does Rombach come back for his last year of elgibility? I personally like a two quarterback system and I see no reason as to why Kevin wouldnt get a few series when it counts.

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[> [> [> [> [> Subject: Re: One mans take on the game

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Shaler Tom
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Date Posted: Monday, September 22, 07:28:02pm

I for one hope that they play up the "kid comes home" angle and that Dixon can help recruit some of these tweeners that, in the past, would opt for Dayton, Delaware and Albany.
The WPIAL is still a hotbed for college recruiters. Just look at the number of kids playing ball somewhere else. Take for instance the team we play this week. Dayton has SEVEN WPIAL kids on their roster. Albany has three and the list goes on and on. If we can keep these kids at home, maybe the administration would give us that 5000 seat stadium.

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[> [> [> [> [> [> Subject: Re: One mans take on the game

Author:
Shoey
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Date Posted: Monday, September 22, 11:28:41pm

It is obvious that the staff is hanging their hat on "the kid comes home routine". But I believe they should give Rombach some reps. It is tough enough to go through the season healthy at the QB position espescially when you just had shoulder surgery. When you have the preseason QB pick in your league he SHOULD get a few reps IMO. Again nothing against Dixon but you dont want to be left empty handed. It has got to be very hard for KR. It almost happened against Bucknell.

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[> Subject: Re: One mans take on the game

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Shoey
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Date Posted: Sunday, September 21, 12:31:31pm

TS It is a little easier to "LOOK" poised against a poorly coached team like St.Francis than against a Big Ten opponent like Iowa. You have to take that into consideration.

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[> [> Subject: Re: One mans take on the game

Author:
Shaler Tom
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Date Posted: Sunday, September 21, 09:39:51pm

Perhaps Shoey, but he doesn't have Pitt's linemen in front of him either. I just meant that he didn't seem flustered and stood his ground and took some clean shots in order to get the ball away, something Bill Stull can't or won't do. In any case, Dayton will have some intricate blitz patterns ready to throw at us, and if we don't pick them up, KR might be in there before you know it. I for one am glad we have two solid QBs.

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[> [> [> Subject: Re: One mans take on the game

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Shoey
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Date Posted: Monday, September 22, 06:17:06pm

TS-I agree, also dont forget about the Freshman(Patterson)I was pretty impressed with his athleticism in the Spring game (I also like lefty QB's) . I think we have 3 good QB's I just hope they are all here next year. Florida rotated last year and Ohio State did it a few years back. the last thing you want is to put all your eggs in one basket.....with that line you better be prepared.

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Subject: Chidozie Oparanozie named NEC Rookie of the Week

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Coffee
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Date Posted: Monday, September 22, 09:43:02pm

Time to let the Pitt folk alone and get back to Duquesne Football--- Chidozie Oparanozie was named NEC Rookie of the Week! This true freshman had a monster game last week as did so many of the young Dukes. Alex and Tad had some trouble with the name, but we will all know it well soon!

I like this recruiting class!

Conner Dixon was named Offensive POW after his 6 TD's Week 1. See TR link-
http://www.pittsburghlive.com/x/pittsburghtrib/sports/college/duq/s_589533.html

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[> Subject: Re: Chidozie Oparanozie named NEC Rookie of the Week

Author:
MD
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Date Posted: Tuesday, September 23, 07:32:45pm

This guy goes to the ball like Palamolu. Totino played well too.

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Subject: Duquesne Attendance

Author:
PittsburghPete
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Date Posted: Monday, September 22, 08:52:55pm

Nice crowd at the game last night, reminded me of a typical Duke's basketball "crowd". At least the average age of the fan in attendance was about 45, or close to 20 years lower than a typical basketball game.

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[> Subject: Re: Duquesne Attendance

Author:
Jessica Duchess
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Date Posted: Sunday, September 21, 09:01:05pm

Get a life! I'm a proud Duquesne cheerleader, and our fans are the best !

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[> [> Subject: Re: Duquesne Attendance

Author:
Shaler Tom
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Date Posted: Sunday, September 21, 09:29:57pm

I for one was very proud of our DU cheerleaders. They never stopped the entire game.

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[> Subject: Re: Duquesne Attendance

Author:
Coffee
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Date Posted: Sunday, September 21, 09:15:50pm

Wow- You can tell the Duquesne Football Program is growing if we get attention from the Pitt folks. Give us a few years and we may be able to even beat Bowling Green!

Trivia- Why did Pitt choose to end the Pitt/Duquesne Football games when we both played D-1?

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[> [> Subject: Re: Duquesne Attendance

Author:
PittsburghPete
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Date Posted: Sunday, September 21, 09:21:18pm

Answer to trivia question:
(Why did Pitt choose to end the Pitt/Duquesne Football games when we both played D-1?)

Duqesne could only find 10 men and one senior citizen to try out for the team that year.

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[> [> [> Subject: Re: Duquesne Attendance

Author:
Coffee
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Date Posted: Sunday, September 21, 09:41:25pm

And the 10 men and the senior citizen beat the Panthers that year 21-13. The Dukes went undefeated that year with one tie. And boys and girls, Pitt would never want to play the old folks again!

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[> [> [> [> Subject: Re: Duquesne Attendance

Author:
Doug
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Date Posted: Sunday, September 21, 10:05:16pm

Coffee- Stop picking on the poor Pitt people. Screwing with the mentally challenged is like kicking a cripple! Even if the guy starts messing with our cheerleaders, its no reason to humiliate him. You go Jessica- He does need a life!

Other trivia about the last Duquesne-Pitt game. Pitt entered that game ranked #1 in the AP. Duquesne ended the year 8-0-1 and ranked #10 in the AP.

Some day when the Panthers need another "Bowling Green" early season tune up game the Dukes can do it to them again!

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[> [> [> [> [> Subject: Re: Duquesne Attendance

Author:
Coffee
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Date Posted: Sunday, September 21, 10:24:26pm

Your right Doug- I should be ashamed.

P.P., I'm sorry- Stop by this forum again and we promise not to make fun of the Panthers.

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[> [> [> [> [> [> Subject: Re: Duquesne Attendance

Author:
Coffee
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Date Posted: Monday, September 22, 06:43:56am

Pete- Seriously- Thanks for stopping by the site, even if it is to rip on us "old folks". It really would be a great sign of how far the Duquesne program can go if in a decade or so we COULD ever actually play Pitt again. And no, I wasn't alive when Pitt and Duquesne last met on the football field!

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[> [> [> [> Subject: Re: Duquesne Attendance

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PittsburghPete
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Date Posted: Monday, September 22, 11:31:04am

I have ONE number for Duquesne:

1955

I love your ONE banner. It's nice to know the rafters of the fragile Poorlumber Center won't come tumbling down on those 2500 fans in attendance.

(PS-I'm a proud graduate of the THE West Virginia University (but now live and work in Pgh), so I tend to agree with your sentiments about Pitt)

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[> [> [> [> [> Subject: Re: Duquesne Attendance

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A83
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Date Posted: Monday, September 22, 12:41:07pm

I love it. He roots for Pitt and has a degree from WVU. Worthless team in Pitt, worthless diploma from WVU.

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[> [> [> [> [> Subject: Re: Duquesne Attendance

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El Duque
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Date Posted: Monday, September 22, 12:54:42pm

You must be really proud of that Bobby Huggins legacy, eh?

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[> Subject: Re: Duquesne Attendance

Author:
A83
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Date Posted: Sunday, September 21, 10:24:34pm

PittsburghPete, if there is one D-1 football program that should not be talking about attendance, it is Pitt.

I have seen a sea of yellow seats at Heinz Field over the years. Even yesterday.

You have never sold out a game that didn't involve Penn State, WVU or ND and their 30,000 fans.

It will make your next lifeless, offense-free loss even more enjoyable.

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[> [> Subject: Re: Duquesne Attendance

Author:
A83
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Date Posted: Sunday, September 21, 10:28:43pm

Your box score says attendance was 50,351. That is about 15,000 more than were actually there. I love how Pitt must beg ESPN to not show the upper decks during the games.

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Subject: To Pittsburgh Cheat, er, Pete, and all Pitt Fans

Author:
El Duque
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Date Posted: Monday, September 22, 07:23:45pm

Sorry you don't know much about football history Pittsburgh Pete, but the rivalry ended when DU dropped D1 football. It wasn't for lack of competitiveness, because the Iron Dukes always held their own against the Cheating Panthers.

Go look it up.

You can keep your sordid program in Oakland, where the only promised land that Waa-nstadt will lead you is the search for a new coach. Maybe you will end up selecting former Duquesne coach Greg Gattuso!

I will always recall the quote from an NFL first round draft choice who was asked about the biggest difference between playing for Pitt and playing in the pros.

His answer: Having to take a pay cut.

That's all I can say about your cheating program.

Except for this: Eat $#!+ Pitt!

Cheers!

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[> Subject: Re: To Pittsburgh Cheat, er, Pete, and all Pitt Fans

Author:
Coffee
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Date Posted: Monday, September 22, 03:51:40pm

ED-
It actually ended with a Pitt loss to the Dukes while they were ranked #1 by the AP. The Dukes went on to an undefeated season that year being Ranked #10 in the AP. Pitt ran away from the game because it was TOO COMPETATIVE for the poor Pitt-y-full Panthers. Duquesne played D-1 football until 1950, but Pitt refused to mess with us.

P.P. doesn't know his history- They don't seem to teach much of that at Pitt. From what I hear, WVU gives out degrees to anybody too if P.P.'s got one.

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[> [> Subject: Re: To Pittsburgh Cheat, er, Pete, and all Pitt Fans

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Kitty Kat Duke
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Date Posted: Monday, September 22, 04:46:01pm

Ok Now Coffee, you and I are tight, but the WVU slam has no place on this board. OUCH! You are starting to get personal.... I had to work hard for my master's there, so watch it. Besides, there are lots of Mountaineers who love Duquesne, so don't blow it. I was just about to nominate you for the fan rep.

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[> [> [> Subject: Re: To Pittsburgh Cheat, er, Pete, and all Pitt Fans

Author:
Coffee
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Date Posted: Monday, September 22, 06:32:16pm

Sorry KKD- I've spent much time in the "Wild and Wonderful State" and even have a daughter who went to WVU for a year before coming home to finish up on a nursing degree. They never proved anything in that case anyway. Can I still be your fan rep?

By the way, how did PP (Pittsburgh Pete) get into Morgantown? Was it some sort of special program for the intellectually challenged?

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[> [> [> [> Subject: Re: To Pittsburgh Cheat, er, Pete, and all Pitt Fans

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A83
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Date Posted: Monday, September 22, 07:23:45pm

Pittsburgh Pete stuffs cotton balls at the Mylan Lab. That is how he got his degree. All the Mylan employees got free PHDs from WVU.

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Subject: Thanks to Coffee!!

Author:
A83
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Date Posted: Sunday, September 21, 06:40:42pm

It is great that he built this forum. It is great seeing all the conversation about DU football.

GO DUKES!

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[> Subject: Re: Thanks to Coffee!!

Author:
Coffee
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Date Posted: Sunday, September 21, 07:48:09pm

Thanks, but it really is something I liked doing. More importantly, if it weren't for the folks like yourself and many others the forum would be dead air. It started slow before the Monmouth game last year, but every time I look there is another archieve page populated to take the overflow. There is lots of passion out there for Duquesne.

I'd love to meet some of the folks on the Forum- I have season tickes Section 3, Seats A 2,3 and 4.

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Subject: Rooney is fine !!

Author:
Realist
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Date Posted: Sunday, September 21, 06:17:59pm

I think Rooney Field will be fine for the rest of the season. None of out future opponents will bring the same number of fans as St. Francis so that will create more space. Also it was a beautiful night which attracted a few fans who would not normally come to the game. Once the weather turns, they will stay home. We'll be back to the regular 1500 or so, there will be room for everyone and this conversation will eventually go away. One thing you won't see again are the exaggerated attendances of previous seasons. There's no way the university can pretend there were 4 or 5,000 at the game when they have already said the capacity is 2,200. Last night's game was nearly 2,500. Since this is more than the capacity isn't there a risk we might get in trouble with fire and safety officials ????

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[> Subject: Re: Rooney is fine !!

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Marquis
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Date Posted: Sunday, September 21, 09:42:49am

Dude- That is the point- We need to build better so there isn't trouble with the fire and safety officials. Your imagination is as limited as your foresight as to where this program is heading. This crop of freshmen will compete far above where they are playing now. By the time Dixon is a Senior, he will be better than any of the QB's Pitt has now. He may have started for Michigan State by then had he stayed.

We are not in the same league as Canisius any more. Take a look at what St. Francis built- someone posted the link- and they are in Loretto. Future Robert Morris, Dayton, Albany and St. Francis games will have even more there. I can see us playing some CAA/A-10 teams like UMASS and RI. Youngstown State will be a big potential rivalry. And why not have more night games early in the season if it attracts a crowd?

You're not a realist- Your glass is empty!

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[> Subject: Re: Rooney is fine !!

Author:
A83
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Date Posted: Sunday, September 21, 04:32:26pm

Fire and Safety officials??? All you have to do is step two feet in any direction and you are out of the crowd.

I am glad that people are posting and enjoying DU football.

And there is nothing wrong with a little complaining.

We just want Rooney Field to be better. We are not asking for Beaver Stadium.

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[> [> Subject: Re: Rooney is fine !!

Author:
Doug
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Date Posted: Sunday, September 21, 06:17:59pm

Realist- I wouldn't have been as dramatic about it, but Marquis is correct. Rooney Field, with the way it was designed, is under-sized for the amount of people I see coming to see the Dukes. I saw families with kids looking for enough seats to be able to sit together and it was not easy. With the amount of money spent, they really should have built for the potential crowds.

From what I saw last night, the field needs more seats. If you can't find a seat for your family you aren't coming back. I brought my two brothers-in-law to the game and they were kind of amused at the size of the field. I'm an alum and I know why I was there. If not for me draging them in, I don't know if they feel like coming back. It felt "little league". It wouldn't take alot to give it a better feel.

Take a look at the pictures posted by Alum '83. Six more rows would look much better. The visitor's side is a joke for folks coming in. I almost understnad why they aren't charging to sit on the blocks.

You are right about one thing- Mr. Collery had a bad habit of "over-estimating" the crowd at both football and basketball games.

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Subject: Pics

Author:
A83
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Date Posted: Sunday, September 21, 02:09:56pm

Full Stands - Beautiful night - lousy camera!

Bleachers. This was area where people could walk up for free and have a have a seat. This was right after kick-off. This area filled quickly

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[> Subject: Re: Pics

Author:
Coffee
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Date Posted: Sunday, September 21, 01:29:17pm

A-83- Fantastic Pictures! Do you mind if I post them to the new photo gallery at the bottom of the page?

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[> [> Subject: Re: Pics

Author:
Ted
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Date Posted: Sunday, September 21, 01:37:10pm

The night shot has a nice effect to it. About 6 more rows to bring the bleachers up to the bottom level of the press box would make it look aethetically almost like a university sized football game!

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[> [> Subject: Re: Pics

Author:
A83
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Date Posted: Sunday, September 21, 01:49:52pm

No not at all.

I should have taken more. I will vs. Dayton.

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[> [> [> Subject: Re: Pics

Author:
A83
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Date Posted: Sunday, September 21, 01:50:37pm

Coffee

You can move them there if that post is too big.

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[> [> [> [> Subject: Re: Pics

Author:
Coffee
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Date Posted: Sunday, September 21, 02:09:56pm

They look great where they are this week! I'll keep them in the thread and also paste them to the gallery as soon as my daughter shows me again how to store them. If it weren't for my 16 year old, this site would be plain text!

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