I'd say no-but given the overall malaise of the season I wouldn't lambast anyone for it-
Quote from: CAGASS24 on February 19, 2015, 08:27:01 AM
I'd say no-but given the overall malaise of the season I wouldn't lambast anyone for it-
Only time I'd ever think it was ok is beating 1-5 sadly Nova comes in just shy.
it would be a lame court rush when only 9 students attend the games...
It's not embarrassing if it only happens in your dreams.
Quote from: mugoose on February 19, 2015, 08:42:13 AM
it would be a lame court rush when only 9 students attend the games...
So, it wouldn't take long and no one would notice. Besides, it would be one fan per player.
Of course you do. Having a terrible season and Marquette will be double digit dogs at home.
Quote from: mugoose on February 19, 2015, 08:42:13 AM
it would be a lame court rush when only 9 students attend the games...
What's the pulse on the fanbase coming into this game? Is National MU day still big enough to generate the insane crowds it did a few years ago when we were relevant?
I'm heading in to town Friday night and just want to get a feel for what people think the crowds around town are going to be like.
Quote from: g0lden3agle on February 19, 2015, 09:14:35 AM
What's the pulse on the fanbase coming into this game? Is National MU day still big enough to generate the insane crowds it did a few years ago when we were relevant?
I'm heading in to town Friday night and just want to get a feel for what people think the crowds around town are going to be like.
Crowds?
Quote from: mr.MUskie on February 19, 2015, 10:09:54 AM
Crowds?
Back in 2012 National MU Day was a crap show. Couldn't get a seat at any of the places right around the BC. Should I be expecting a ghost town Saturday?
I'd like to see BC staff shoot t-shirts at the students from point blank range for crowd control.
No storming for a team we should be on par with.
Quote from: Stone Cold on February 19, 2015, 10:14:58 AM
No storming for a team we should be on par with.
As a program? Sure. This very year? Definitely not.
Someone posted that there were "a few hundred" or "limited" seats remaining to the game. Figure a decent 16-17k crowd.
Program.
I've never seen a storming of the court in this Millennium (maybe I'm missing one from pre-Big East days). I'm pretty sure MU makes it hard for the students to really get on the court. I'd doubt it regardless.
Quote from: Stone Cold on February 19, 2015, 10:19:20 AM
Program.
Interesting I've never thought about whether or not a victory warranted a court storming based on the quality of programs involved.
Quote from: mu_hilltopper on February 19, 2015, 10:19:12 AM
Someone posted that there were "a few hundred" or "limited" seats remaining to the game. Figure a decent 16-17k crowd.
Simeone else said there were 5,000 still available on stubhub etc. I didn't check so don't know. Still,should be a decent crowd I would think.
Quote from: Daniel on February 19, 2015, 10:51:25 AM
Simeone else said there were 5,000 still available on stubhub etc. I didn't check so don't know. Still,should be a decent crowd I would think.
Maybe that person was being dramatic -- there are 355 seats on Stubhub.
I have two extra right now if anyone needs tickets.
Quote from: Aughnanure on February 19, 2015, 10:30:22 AM
I've never seen a storming of the court in this Millennium (maybe I'm missing one from pre-Big East days). I'm pretty sure MU makes it hard for the students to really get on the court. I'd doubt it regardless.
2003 when we won Conference USA. That's where the picture of Wade holding the American flag comes from.
Quote from: MUMonster03 on February 19, 2015, 11:00:45 AM
2003 when we won Conference USA. That's where the picture of Wade holding the American flag comes from.
Right team, wrong year. That pic was from 2002, when they ended #4 Cincinnati's 20 game winning streak.
Quote from: MUfan12 on February 19, 2015, 11:04:02 AM
Right team, wrong year. That pic was from 2002, when they ended #4 Cincinnati's 20 game winning streak.
If I remember right that was also when everyone realized we were on the verge of achieving something special....
Quote from: MUfan12 on February 19, 2015, 11:04:02 AM
Right team, wrong year. That pic was from 2002, when they ended #4 Cincinnati's 20 game winning streak.
I thought the flag was the second year. But the court was stormed in back to back years after beating Cincinnati. 2002 to celebrate our rebirth of being a decent program and for most purposes assuring our first tournament in 5 years. 2003 to celebrate the Conference USA championship.
Quote from: Frenns Liquor Depot on February 19, 2015, 11:06:48 AM
If I remember right that was also when everyone realized we were on the verge of achieving something special....
No doubt. That game gets overlooked, but to me, it was a turning point of sorts. MU was having a nice year, but exploded after that win.
I'd love to get my hands on a copy of that game.
No. Act like we've been champions before and expect to be again.
Quote from: humanlung on February 19, 2015, 11:22:01 AM
No. Act like we've been champions before and expect to be again.
Although an unpopular perspective, especially in today's self-promoting, attention-starved society, I agree with this. Act like you've been there before.
I've got plenty of MUBB stories to tell my grandchildren someday, and the best part is that none of them involve me making a public spectacle.
Quote from: MUfan12 on February 19, 2015, 11:16:59 AM
No doubt. That game gets overlooked, but to me, it was a turning point of sorts. MU was having a nice year, but exploded after that win.
I'd love to get my hands on a copy of that game.
I remember my dad saying after that game, "It feels like we're finally back." He was right.
I'd like to take your second point a little bit further and say that it would be nice if someone was able to set up an old MU game/highlight repository online...especially for consolation during a season like the one we're having. There's just not a whole lot for MU on YouTube, compared to a lot of other schools.
There was a stretch when we first joined the Big East when some people were at least torrenting games. I had a few, like the 2006 home games vs. UConn, ND, Georgetown, and Pitt. That laptop is long dead, though, so I'm of no help.
We are Marquette.
We do not storm floors.
We storm avenues after we win national championships.
pretty sure we stormed in the late '90's after a Cinci win...maybe '97. could have sworn Wardle was on team
Quote from: dgies9156 on February 19, 2015, 02:10:04 PM
We are Marquette.
We do not storm floors.
We storm avenues after we win national championships.
+1
Storming the court is old. I say we all bring sabres along, and conquer the court if we win.
Quote from: GooooMarquette on February 19, 2015, 02:35:47 PM
Storming the court is old. I say we all bring sabres along, and conquer the court if we win.
As long as you cut out and eat the hearts of the vanquished.
That way, you will assume their strength and overall FG%.
Quote from: GooooMarquette on February 19, 2015, 02:35:47 PM
Storming the court is old. I say we all bring sabres along, and conquer the court if we win.
sounds like something Warriors would do
Quote from: MUMonster03 on February 19, 2015, 11:13:44 AM
I thought the flag was the second year. But the court was stormed in back to back years after beating Cincinnati. 2002 to celebrate our rebirth of being a decent program and for most purposes assuring our first tournament in 5 years. 2003 to celebrate the Conference USA championship.
Don't forget the 2004 MU-Louisville game where Dameon Mason hit a baseline shot, got fouled, and made the free throw to go ahead with about a second left.
Quote from: dgies9156 on February 19, 2015, 02:10:04 PM
We are Marquette.
We do not storm floors.
We storm avenues after we win national championships.
Eh...
I stormed the court during O'Neill's first year when we beat Notre Dame. 1989 I believe.
Who am I to judge?
Quote from: The Sultan of Sunshine on February 19, 2015, 03:21:28 PM
Eh...
I stormed the court during O'Neill's first year when we beat Notre Dame. 1989 I believe.
Who am I to judge?
I remember that. It was like symbolically being released from the Dukiet era.
If we win Saturday Wojo will storm the court.
Less than 500 tickets left and thankfully the weather will be pretty nice considering what this week is like. I think it will be the best crowd of the season, at least so far. I wouldn't begrudge a court storm. When you're as mediocre as we are this year, you celebrate what you can.
So y'all with me on the sabre thing?
It'd be pretty embarrassing if I'm the only one out there cutting out and eating hearts.
In. I've got my grandfather's Japanese sword he brought back from Guadal Canal. Haven't had to use it since some Medieval Larping dork challenged me to a duel with his plastic sword. He learned the hard way. I don't play.
Quote from: Stone Cold on February 19, 2015, 06:52:42 PM
In. I've got my grandfather's Japanese sword he brought back from Guadal Canal. Haven't had to use it since some Medieval Larping dork challenged me to a duel with his plastic sword. He learned the hard way. I don't play.
That's the spirit! Can't wait till the ushers surrounding the court see us coming.
Quote from: Stone Cold on February 19, 2015, 06:52:42 PM
In. I've got my grandfather's Japanese sword he brought back from Guadal Canal. Haven't had to use it since some Medieval Larping dork challenged me to a duel with his plastic sword. He learned the hard way. I don't play.
Filling in for John Belushi on the 40th Anniversary of Saturday Night Live - Stone Cold!
Would have loved the opportunity to storm the court.
Rushing the court should only be for big moments... and beating a team we play at least twice a year, in a February game, doesn't feel very big - despite their ranking and the season we're having. Would it be exciting to win? Of course. Would I be mad if a rushing of the court happens? No. I just think it's more of a David vs. Goliath reaction. And with our pedigree and budget, we're not exactly a textbook David.
That said, go nuts if we win. Have fun.
Saturday afternoon game against Nova? Judging by the Georgetown game, we're still drawing big games against the old big east teams (non basements)
Quote from: humanlung on February 19, 2015, 11:22:01 AM
No. Act like we've been champions before and expect to be again.
But, this team hasn't.
Storm it baby. Last time I can remember was 2004 against 'ville. We were unranked and they might have been too, but it was just a release after a frustrating season...not unlike this one.
Never understood why people treat storming the court like it's some sacred rite; it's college kids being excited. If it's a close game and an exciting finish, I bet they do it. And they should.
Quote from: dgies9156 on February 19, 2015, 02:10:04 PM
We are Marquette.
We do not storm floors.
We storm avenues after we win national championships.
We've done that once. 38 years ago. I don't think we've earned the right to hold up our noses up like some Dookie. You might also remember that the team that won it was known for some behavior that made the other blue bloods uncomfortable.
While I personally don't agree this is a perfect storm the court scenario, I say go wild. It's been a long season. Students haven't had much to cheer about. Knocking off the number 6 team when your team is under .500? Might as well.
Quote from: TAMU Eagle on February 20, 2015, 08:10:07 AM
We've done that once. 38 years ago. I don't think we've earned the right to hold up our noses up like some Dookie. You might also remember that the team that won it was known for some behavior that made the other blue bloods uncomfortable.
Is this what our program has come to?
Yikes!
Two years ago, we were in the Elite 8. We had a strong incoming recruiting class. The trend line was up and the Hillbilly was viewed as a miracle worker.
It can happen again. If we want it. If the university wants it and if the level of investment Marquette makes in basketball continues, we will be on Wisconsin Avenue again. In the meantime, lets act like champions even if we're not quite there yet!
Yes, I know it has been 38 years ago. The lack of hair on my head and the additional insulation around my mid-section are clear reminders that it has been a long time coming. But I also do not give up hope (and, NO, I AM NOT A CUB FAN! IN FACT, I DESPISE THE CUBS!). We're doing too much "right" not to feel like we again have a shot at something really special.
Finally, as far as the behavior goes, it was the 1970s. Sure our guys did some things that by today's standards might be judged differently. Well, we all did!
Quote from: Warrior Code on February 19, 2015, 11:33:39 PM
That said, go nuts if we win. Have fun.
Exactly. "Have fun" is right. If the students want to storm the floor if we win Saturday, knock yourself out. You will get no criticism from me.
Quote from: CAGASS24 on February 19, 2015, 08:27:01 AM
I'd say no-but given the overall malaise of the season I wouldn't lambast anyone for it-
Actually, after this season, the ups and downs of last season, if Marquette were to up-set Villanova, I think storming the court, the Bastille, and Omaha beach might well all be in order. :)
Quote from: The Sultan of Sunshine on February 20, 2015, 08:38:57 AM
Exactly. "Have fun" is right. If the students want to storm the floor if we win Saturday, knock yourself out. You will get no criticism from me.
Exactly. These students are suffering through a historically bad season. If the team pulls it off and they storm the court so what. That's the type of thing that can turn a casual fan into a diehard. It also gives the team a reminder that the students are still behind them. It has been a tough year on everybody and would be a nice release along with helping to feed into the anticipation for next year.
We all forget how few of us have been able to experience the rush of the Championship and dominate years. 2003 and 2013 are the closest we have come. Twice in 38 years, not a lot to get super excited about.
Should Holy Cross, San Francisco, LaSalle, and Loyolla never rush the court as well?
Quote from: theburreffect2 on February 20, 2015, 02:00:16 AM
But, this team hasn't.
Think and act like a champion, you can become a champion. Think and act like losers, you WILL become losers.
Stay off the court. Act like a champion.
Quote from: humanlung on February 20, 2015, 10:21:04 AM
Think and act like a champion, you can become a champion. Think and act like losers, you WILL become losers.
Stay off the court. Act like a champion.
Students rushing the court will affect the teams ability to play negatively? What planet do you live on?
Rush the court. Hell, if we lose and beat the spread .. rush the court.
Quote from: theburreffect2 on February 20, 2015, 10:48:02 AM
Students rushing the court will affect the teams ability to play negatively? What planet do you live on?
Act like you've won before. Do not act like beating a good team is a shock that deserves a special reaction. Someone posted earlier that we don't storm courts, we storm avenues after we win it all.
Quote from: humanlung on February 20, 2015, 11:41:38 AM
Act like you've won before. Do not act like beating a good team is a shock that deserves a special reaction. Someone posted earlier that we don't storm courts, we storm avenues after we win it all.
That's happened once. Your living in a dream world. Everyone from Duke to Kentucky rushes courts when they beat a rival as an underdog. Let's not pretend do to be something were not.
Quote from: theburreffect2 on February 20, 2015, 10:48:02 AM
Students rushing the court will affect the teams ability to play negatively? What planet do you live on?
The planet where Ray Bradbury wrote a story called "A Sound of Thunder"
Quote from: mu_hilltopper on February 20, 2015, 10:58:59 AM
Rush the court. Hell, if we lose and beat the spread .. rush the court.
And I'm bringing the sabre. ;D
Quote from: theburreffect2 on February 20, 2015, 10:48:02 AM
Students rushing the court will affect the teams ability to play negatively? What planet do you live on?
It's about how the program carries itself - is it classy or like a bunch of hacks? This is a game against a team where, in many recent years, we were peers. We should treat this game as such. If you believe, as I do, that this is a rebuilding year and we are feeling the growing pains, we should treat a win as a building block for something better in the future. Enjoy the win. Go grab some beers. Call it a day.
If, however, you think this is as good as it's going to get - then by all means, treat it as if we won something special and storm away.
I choose to think otherwise.
Just my opinion from my location here in Wisconsin, U.S.A, Planet Earth.
You know what? We are Marquette... and we just so happen to do things a little differently. I say we storm the court after every home victory. Make it our thing. Make every team afraid to play here because they know Wojo's Warriors are going to pour over that line and celebrate the visitors' demise. Top 5 or +200 RPI, win every day and cherish it like there's no tomorrow.
This program is going to be so much fun when I become head coach.
Quote from: humanlung on February 20, 2015, 02:25:53 PM
It's about how the program carries itself - is it classy or like a bunch of hacks? This is a game against a team where, in many recent years, we were peers. We should treat this game as such. If you believe, as I do, that this is a rebuilding year and we are feeling the growing pains, we should treat a win as a building block for something better in the future. Enjoy the win. Go grab some beers. Call it a day.
If, however, you think this is as good as it's going to get - then by all means, treat it as if we won something special and storm away.
I choose to think otherwise.
Just my opinion from my location here in Wisconsin, U.S.A, Planet Earth.
You seem to be stuck in 2009. Back then Villanova was not even a peer, they were a gimmie at home, and a decent away. Now their heads over heels better then Marquette. If Marquette were to win, not only would this be the 1st ranked win for 70% of the team, it would be their biggest accomplishment of their careers so far. So lets let them feel like champions. Their 11-14, no shot at making even the NIT, with a new coach, a win tomorrow is big for them, and big for the program.
Quote from: humanlung on February 20, 2015, 11:41:38 AM
Act like you've won before. Do not act like beating a good team is a shock that deserves a special reaction. Someone posted earlier that we don't storm courts, we storm avenues after we win it all.
My sentiments exactly.
Wonder who that wise man was who talked about storming Avenues? He speaks the truth! LOL ;D
If MU pulls this one out.....playing 7....on national Marquette day.... just rush the damn court.
Well, that solved this issue for a year!
Quote from: theburreffect2 on February 21, 2015, 01:01:34 AM
You seem to be stuck in 2009. Back then Villanova was not even a peer, they were a gimmie at home, and a decent away. Now their heads over heels better then Marquette. If Marquette were to win, not only would this be the 1st ranked win for 70% of the team, it would be their biggest accomplishment of their careers so far. So lets let them feel like champions. Their 11-14, no shot at making even the NIT, with a new coach, a win tomorrow is big for them, and big for the program.
Pretty sure the Sweet 16 destruction of a heavily favored Miami would still have been a much bigger win then this game against Nova for Juan, Derrick and Steve.