Gear up everyone, spring practice is finally here. IU coach Bill Lynch will kick things off with a press conference on Monday at 1PM. I will be sure to highlight some of his key points.
Meanwhile, IU Athletics Director Fred Glass spoke on WFIU's Noon Edition on Friday. Of the many topics, IU football, of course, was brought up. Here are some of the things Glass said on the air:
- There are no delays with the new North End Zone construction. The addition is supposed to be completed in the summer. July, to be exact.
- Glass knows attendance is a huge issue at the football games. He said the ticket packages for season tickets will go back down like they were 2 years ago when IU went to the Insight Bowl.
- Going on that, Glass emphasized the need for more students. He understands why they're out in the tailgate fields, but sees other alternatives. Dorms, frats, sororities and organizations can bring a huge bedsheet in the stadium and display their letters. Also, he wants students to hit the stands before kickoff not enter midway into the first quarter.
- Possibility of 5 dollar tickets for IU students per game. Also, Glass said he wouldn't mind charging non-IU students 5 dollars either. If you have a friend in town who goes to another school he/she is welcomed too.
- He wants to enchance the gameday experience. More money wil go into making the IU football games an event rather than just a 3 hour game. For example, more fun and games on the concourse and also outside the stadium.
- New Traditions? Glass wants fans to be more involved other than the first down chant. Something that makes IU stand apart from other schools.
- As for the budget, well, it will be flat next year. Glass said his department knows what they're working with, but a good football season will increase revenue.
Thoughts?
