FSU having hard time moving football tickets

[TooFarTampa]

I'd wager to bet most are. For sure, check the credentials of the sportswriters in both the Tampa Tribune and the Orlando Sentinel; indeed, most of our media. The reason? UF has a school of journalism, and FSU does not.

On the subject of Bobby, I thought that Jimbo Fisher's HC-in-waiting contract stated he would take over in three years at the most. Did I miss something?

Bobby grew up a Bama fan, and Bear Bryant was his idol. And he has said in the past that the thing that scares him the most about retiring is that, like Bear, the next step will come much too soon.

Most state papers are run by UF journalism graduates, with the possible exception of the St. Pete Times, which is run by folks with more impressive degrees from Indiana University, Northwestern and Columbia. The good news is most UF J-school sportswriter grads are, in reality, not big homers. The simple truth is, ShallowsNole, it is summer and they don't have much else to write about.

 

[ShallowsNole]

Most state papers are run by UF journalism graduates, with the possible exception of the St. Pete Times, which is run by folks with more impressive degrees from Indiana University, Northwestern and Columbia. The good news is most UF J-school sportswriter grads are, in reality, not big homers. The simple truth is, ShallowsNole, it is summer and they don't have much else to write about.

Are you trying to tell me that the VGMC (Vast Gator Media Conspiracy) theory is false? Geez. Next you'll be telling me that the world is flat.

You know I'm funnin' with you I hope :shock:

 

[DuneLaker]

I need some FSU party items. Can anyone give me a lead to local places that stock a wide variety of FSU napkins, plates, banners? Maybe they'll have a good sale with this temporary slow down in ticket sales. Or, if you've got a trip planned to Tallahassee soon, let me know.

 

[TooFarTampa]

Are you trying to tell me that the VGMC (Vast Gator Media Conspiracy) theory is false? Geez. Next you'll be telling me that the world is flat.

You know I'm funnin' with you I hope :shock:

 

[ShallowsNole]

I need some FSU party items. Can anyone give me a lead to local places that stock a wide variety of FSU napkins, plates, banners? Maybe they'll have a good sale with this temporary slow down in ticket sales. Or, if you've got a trip planned to Tallahassee soon, let me know.

We are going to Fan Day on August 10.

Prior to that, though, there is a party store in the strip of shops perpendicular to the Wal-Mart in Destin (where GameStop is). I forget the name of it, but about a year ago I bought FSU cups, plates, & napkins. I am very certain that any party store in Panama City has them too. Heck, Beall's might have them.

 

[ShallowsNole]

OK, I finally broke down and read the Slantinel article. A couple of things jumped out at me.

Season tickets at UF are $224 this year. That is for eight games, not including the annual game with UGA in Jacksonville.

FSU's package this year is $312, for seven home games. This does NOT include the Colorado game in Jacksonville. Also, many Noles will be travelling to Miami and to Atlanta (GT). (Personally, I want Jacksonville, Atlanta and Maryland too, but Fuzz's response was that it's election time and people in Hell want ice water. ) Also, Tallahassee hotels, even as far over as Quincy and Monticello, demand a two-night minimum and $189.00 - $249.00 per night is not uncommon. Do they do that in Gainesville? I know they don't in Lake City, which is where I've stayed for UF/FSU before.

The part that made me blow Diet Coke through my nose: "Given the perilous state of the economy, though, UF lowered from $13,000 to $4,200 the mandatory booster contribution to secure a season ticket." Is this true? Not the lowering, but the $13K? I realize that there is supply and demand, but I have friends with UF season tix and I can't picture them being able to shell out $4K per year, much less $13K.

$13K at FSU would make you a Double Golden Chief. And I ain't. Think "Warrior."

Holy sheet. :shock:

 

[TooFarTampa]

That must be to be able to secure new season tickets. My MIL's booster contributions went up this year, from about $1600 to $2800 for 4 primo primo seats (been in family for 55+ years). Still a lot, but not what UF deems "market value." :shock:

 

[ShallowsNole]

That must be to be able to secure new season tickets. My MIL's booster contributions went up this year, from about $1600 to $2800 for 4 primo primo seats (been in family for 55+ years). Still a lot, but not what UF deems "market value." :shock:

That sounds more reasonable, but still a lot. My nose still hurts from the Diet Coke episode. Wow.