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Also a good NIL opportunity if the players still have to do something other than just play...get NIL money and fans!

The comment about visiting Assisted Living Facilities brought to mind something that Louisiana Tech did when Women's Basketball came into existence after Title 9. If I remember correctly (it's been a while and the memory isn't what it used to be), Louisiana Tech made it a priority to get nursing home residents to the games and develop a bond with the women on the team. This is when Louisiana Tech was a national powerhouse in Women's Basketball. Those residents became great fans and developed a true relationship with the team members. The generational gap made no difference...it was like grandmother/granddaughter and they always had good attendance. I think they may have bussed the nursing home residents to the game...the point is this was a unique marketing idea that developed a true fan base. It just shows how thinking out of the box can become successful. How long that lasted I don't remember, but it was a start. It may not have paid off financially but it did help develop a fanbase that truly cared about "their team." Any one else remember anything more about this? Would something similar work for UNT? I know they have a public school day at one of the women's games every year for the young fans. Expand this to other sports or for older people who don't have as many social options? Just a thought...any other ideas like those listed above?

Yes, we seem to start slow too often. Also seem to give up a lot of easy baskets inside the paint without much resistance. Need to get shooting and rim defense straightened out quickly to have a season comparable to last year.

Enjoyed reading this one because it doesn't seem to use the "fill in the blank" most use. Similar ideas but actually sounded as if it came from an unique individual. Hope he finds a good fit.

Craven said "expected to follow" while Zenitz said "accepted the job." Speculation vs fact.

Was only able to watch the first half so limited observations. Santa Clara had very precise passing and was able to get lots of easy baskets because of this and were also good at finishing at the rim. UNT couldn't hit 3's so had difficulty getting easy shots inside like Santa Clara did. Santa Clara definitely looked like the better team the first half. UNT made a run the 2nd half but don't know what changed since I wasn't able to watch it. We seem to be slow getting going early in the games though. I hope we use this game as a basis for improving before conference play. Santa Clara was a much better team than others we have played so far this year.

Which overall group of players on this year's team had the largest positive impact on our season..our returning players, transfers coming in this year, or current freshmen? Please explain why you chose that group.

Not in favor of hiring Mac Brown as the HC, but perhaps as a mentor, consultant, analyst to assist Eric Morris next year.

Abbey Inn...not sure it was same location as Loophole though Zeke's was a hamburger joint behind Maple Street Hall in the late 60's....used to eat there every Sunday night when dorm cafeterias were closed

Nice start to the season. Big test will be the ITA Regionals in Ft. Worth. Traditionally toughest schools in Texas compete in this one and we will be able to compare where we stand in comparison. GMG

I don't know "Matt from A700" but I see him as one of the type of fans that you describe. He has taken time to arrange and gather groups of fans for games around the state and country. Some do podcasts. The Maniacs seem to be doing a good job of getting more students involved. Perhaps the answer to getting more fans is in more grass roots efforts like these. For us "old timers" it was the Mean Green Club that got us to be lifelong fans. Tailgating groups seem to have somewhat carried on that tradition. We need to find younger fans who have the energy, health, and understanding what their peers enjoy and have the Athletic Department cultivate them to help with this mission. Any of you "youngsters" to the challenge?

I was just thinking about Chandler Morris and a possible NFL career. If this is a desire on his part and he continues to have a good year and not get injured, I can see him declaring for the draft at the end of the year. Why risk having an injury or a lesser statistical year, whether at UNT or elsewhere due to NIL? I don't know how the scouts view his potential in the NFL, however, and I guess that is the biggest question.

Missed that play...thought they said he was out as an injured player

And without Ward and Sides playing in the game as well...strong showing by receivers

5 touchdown passes thrown to 5 different receivers...not bad!