GVSU vs. Ferris

[GV Retired Bum]

Even more obnoxious.

Almost as obnoxious as an outsider talking **** in our forum. I would say something about how bad Findlay is but you guys already know it, probably why you sprinted out of the conference with the rest of the bums.

[UFOILERFAN]

I haven't been here that long, but I've noticed there are about three distinct stages of Ferris/GV threads:

Stage 1: pregame trash talk and 3rd party fan engagement. "Time to beat the doggies! / #SinkTheLakers / wow this should be a good game" and whatnot

Stage 2: game begins. "Can't do that / What a play / Need to stop beating ourselves"

Stage 3: Discussions of how or whether GV can beat Ferris anymore, moving up, firing Mitchell/AD/University President, GV being good at most sports that aren't football etc.

Someone is gonna have to tell me what this place is like when GV beats Ferris because I was two years away from discovering this site the last time that happened

Even more obnoxious.

[Mk63NuclearBomb]

I haven't been here that long, but I've noticed there are about three distinct stages of Ferris/GV threads:

Stage 1: pregame trash talk and 3rd party fan engagement. "Time to beat the doggies! / #SinkTheLakers / wow this should be a good game" and whatnot

Stage 2: game begins. "Can't do that / What a play / Need to stop beating ourselves"

Stage 3: Discussions of how or whether GV can beat Ferris anymore, moving up, firing Mitchell/AD/University President, GV being good at most sports that aren't football etc.

Someone is gonna have to tell me what this place is like when GV beats Ferris because I was two years away from discovering this site the last time that happened

[BillyGV]

GV Retired Bum I understand what you are saying - I watch the XC and T&F because they work hard and deliver - they are a quality group and represent the school tremendously and the coach is outstanding - on the other hand, FOOTBALL is the front porch that welcomes everyone in - it is the case at all schools, and is the reason President Lubbers started the program when he came to GVSC 50 years ago - it is easily the most watched and followed sport in America and thus has the most impact on a school - we just finished 10-2, thats a very good year - YES, I understand I hate XSU as much as anyone and allowing them to beat us any year is disgusting but it is what it is...for now - GV will be back

[GV Retired Bum]

I'm just not sure how you can say it doesn't impact the campus when the success of the XC programs ends up impacting the T&F programs, which draws Olympic-quality student-athletes to the campus.

Me personally, I think that is amazing. Clearly you would agree. Im just telling you guys the vast majority of people on the campus could give less of a **** about it. and that is shown by their revenue.

Like I said before, I dont agree or like saying that. But its the reality of the situation.

[KleShreen]

Thats great and all. But we need to see more production from teams that will impact the campus. Our T&F programs are outstanding, but no one really cares other than the athletes and the parents.

Trust me I hate typing that. But its the reality of the situation... (and yes I get the statement is very broad and more than just those people care, just not enough to actually impact the campus)

I'm just not sure how you can say it doesn't impact the campus when the success of the XC programs ends up impacting the T&F programs, which draws Olympic-quality student-athletes to the campus.

[GV Retired Bum]

You are saying this like 2 weeks after the men's cross country just won the national championship. They also beat Michigan State in an invitational this year.

Thats great and all. But we need to see more production from teams that will impact the campus. Our T&F programs are outstanding, but no one really cares other than the athletes and the parents.

Trust me I hate typing that. But its the reality of the situation... (and yes I get the statement is very broad and more than just those people care, just not enough to actually impact the campus)

[yote_7]

I just want the President of the University and the Athletic Director to hold the coaches of the men's programs to the same high standard of the coaches of the women's teams, who have performed with distinction over the past two decades; why do they allow for the men's programs to under perform?

You are saying this like 2 weeks after the men's cross country just won the national championship. They also beat Michigan State in an invitational this year.

[MrsThortonMelon]

I agree, it seemed bad. In his first game without a brace since September as well. I hope JB can play a few more games but he won't get any healthier playing NW's front 7.

Didnt seem like a leg thing...more of a shoulder or concussion maybe? both are tough...

[Mk63NuclearBomb]

Whats your take on Ferris QB injury....looked bad...wish the kid the best...would be sad to finish his career that way...

I agree, it seemed bad. In his first game without a brace since September as well. I hope JB can play a few more games but he won't get any healthier playing NW's front 7.

[MrsThortonMelon]

I just finished watching the replay of the game, and I have some Thoughts:

1. Culberson's injury was maybe more impactful than whatever Peterson is dealing with. The backup was spraying snaps all over the place and I think that messed with Peterson's concentration.

2. Peterson was clearly hobbled. IDK what injury he's dealing with but he had ZERO confidence in his ability to run.

3. As bad as the score was, it's a fair representation of both teams on the day. Ferris played lights out in all three phases while GV ate it in multiple crucial moments.

Whats your take on Ferris QB injury....looked bad...wish the kid the best...would be sad to finish his career that way...

[MrsThortonMelon]

No need. They have a guy literally down the street at D3 Hope College that would do an infinitely better job than Mitchell and has a similar career path as Annese. His name is Pete Stuursma. He coached East Grand Rapids High School to several state championships despite it being a school of country club kids. He then went to Hope College and currently has a 40-11 record there in a program that had minimal success in the past.

Petes a great guy....but ask what happened at EGR after he was shut off from recruiting the out of district kids? Grady fund ring a bell? When the money was turned off so was his success...Now at Hope he does do a nice job...until the playoffs then he gets boat raced....and yea...Hope did get some NICE donations for the new buildings and scholarship help....D3? Scholarships? yea....interesting huh? And Hope has done very well in the past under Smith as well...but yea...GVSU could use some edgy kids for sure...call Philly and get them admitted please...you seem to have all the inside info, get it done...616-331-5000...ask for Philly...they will get you to her office...

[Mk63NuclearBomb]

I just finished watching the replay of the game, and I have some Thoughts:

1. Culberson's injury was maybe more impactful than whatever Peterson is dealing with. The backup was spraying snaps all over the place and I think that messed with Peterson's concentration.

2. Peterson was clearly hobbled. IDK what injury he's dealing with but he had ZERO confidence in his ability to run.

3. As bad as the score was, it's a fair representation of both teams on the day. Ferris played lights out in all three phases while GV ate it in multiple crucial moments.

[BeachinLaker]

I just want the President of the University and the Athletic Director to hold the coaches of the men's programs to the same high standard of the coaches of the women's teams, who have performed with distinction over the past two decades; why do they allow for the men's programs to under perform?

[BeachinLaker]

If you can't beat them maybe you should take their coach. I'm sure you can pay him more, have you guys considered hiring Annese?

No need. They have a guy literally down the street at D3 Hope College that would do an infinitely better job than Mitchell and has a similar career path as Annese. His name is Pete Stuursma. He coached East Grand Rapids High School to several state championships despite it being a school of country club kids. He then went to Hope College and currently has a 40-11 record there in a program that had minimal success in the past.