VCU vs UVA

[DumpsterFireA10]

The A10 conference is fatally flawed. They are not stable because of UMass. UMass will be the end of the A10.

The A-10 is a lot of things, and I think I've said them all.

Yes, but all of the other issues fall short of their fatal association with UMass.

I think the fact that some of the better teams want out at all costs is far worse than UMass. I agree that they're leaving soon. Aren't they lucky?

[Bostonspider]

Renovated Robins Center.

[Pretzel]

I get the argument against the importance of institutional fit. Institutional fit is definitely an added bonus, but not that big of a deal (e.g., Louisville)

I also can see the argument that VCU was okay before Shaka Smart and will be after so long as the school continues to devote resources to the program (BTW, VCU did NOT sell out their arena pre-final four years. I don't have a link, but I looked this up when a VCU-enthusiast over on the Marquette board made the same claim).

The sell-out streak began Jan 29, 2011; prior to our March 2011 Final Four run. Our capacity was 7,552 at that time. Suites have since been added bringing capacity to the current 7,741. http://espn.go.com/mens-college-basketb ... ealth-rams

This link simply takes me to the schedule for that year.

Here is a better link
http://www.ncaa.org/wps/wcm/connect/pub ... ttendance/
I'll save you some time
Average attendance for VCU
2010: 6,000 (91st place in DI)
2011: 6,645 (80th place in DI)
2012: 7,622 (70th place in DI, 27% increase from 2010)
And as a benchmark
2004: 4,640 (not in top 100 in DI, 100th place team was Boise State with 5,356)

The thing that I hate most about VCU is its fans. Yes, perhaps more than Dayton fans. Many of the VCU fans that I have interacted with swear that they are some die-hard fanbase, quoting streaks and all. Now, to be sure, I'm not ragging on VCU for exhibiting bandwagoning--the attendance figures for most all teams fluctuate with the current and immediate past success of the team--but don't front like you are something special. At least Dayton walks the walk with respect to attendance.

What really irks me is that after they were not invited to the Big East, more than a few VCU fans had the nerve to question why schools like Seton Hall, Providence, and even St. John's had a place at the table. As if VCU's history can compete with that of any one of those schools. And saying nonsense like "Gtown is blocking VCU because JTIII is scared of Shaka." Please.

I know, I know, fans on the internet/message boards are not a representative sample, but it's the only sample I've got. Clearly, I'm not saying let's not add them for a subjective a reason as "their fans are annoying," but it sure does make them hard to root for (not to mention their gimmicky #6 final ranking banner and "havoc" warmup shirts they wore against Temple).

ESPN box scores gives you attendance which shows we achieved capacity (sold out) starting Jan 29, 2011.

There are "bad/obnoxious" fans in every fan base. I didn't like SLU at first but as one of their better ambassadors spent time on our fan forum, I have grown to appreciate their squad and have respect for the program. You'll probably obtain that same sort of respect after VCU has spent some time in the Big East.

[xbr1]

Dayton is terrible and their fans are worse. If Dayton is added to the Big East we will take two steps backwards.

[Bill Marsh]

VCU has moved into the top ten! This sure is a team on the rise in the early going.

[stever20]

i'd love to see a VCU/Georgetown game on Sunday in the championship game in Puerto Rico!

[Bill Marsh]

i'd love to see a VCU/Georgetown game on Sunday in the championship game in Puerto Rico!

I'm sure the Georgetown. Pres would love to see that one too! LOL.

[DumpsterFireA10]

I'm hoping for VCU/SLU.

It's getting ugly here.

[augkash]

And Dayton knocks off Georgia Tech tonight @tech 82 to 72 with a very young team

[BEX]

VCU hammered by FSU.