Proud to be a part of C-USA

[Harry]

After reviewing the footage from media day, the thought crossed my mind of how much I like this league, the teams in it and the direction it appears to be heading.  Bowl wins last year aside, I see very competent coaches and programs which should only get better in time.

I particularly was impressed with the UTEP segment and how much Kugler has changed that program for the better.  I get the feeling UTEP will be a tough game for anyone in the country and can see them becoming one of the better teams in C-USA consistently.

Same for Rice.  Baliff is a winner and that is such a great academic institution.  People harp on the Florida schools but I think you will be surprised at how much they improve from one year to the next.

Even ODU impresses me.  What they have done in football in such a short time is impressive and their fan support is top notch.

This is a tough league.  There are no easy wins.  

I think sometimes we lose sight of how good this league is compared to what we have seen in the past.  It seems to be trending up and that is a good thing for North Texas.

 

[jdennis82]

Completely agree.

In much the same way that I am a little more forgiving of Mac's lack of sustained evidence of on-field turnaround because of his great success in the classroom, my extreme appreciation for RV's work to provide Apogee & score the CUSA membership tends to make me more patient in other areas where I still think improvement is important for this athletic department.

CUSA feels like a great fit for where our program is and a good incubator for growing the program into what we want it to one day be.

 

Edited July 23, 2015 by jdennis82

[techdawg88]

I'm glad that Tech gets to have UNT as a "rival" in CUSA

[DeepGreen]

And it's good to have La Tech in CUSA.  Good school, good football, and dedicated fans.  If UNT could have some sustained success, Marshall staying at the top, Southern Miss getting back to their winning ways, utsa, Rice, etc., CUSA could really be special.

[Harry]

I'm glad that Tech gets to have UNT as a "rival" in CUSA

I certainly would include Tech in the list of programs I appreciate in this league and honestly historically.  They get a lot done with not a ton of resources and that is admirable.

There are no teams in the West who aren't bringing something to the table. You could make that same argument for the East.  I know that many lament the addition of the Florida schools overall but I see them improving a lot as time goes on. 

I think it is one of those things that many won't realize until 5-10 years down the road.  It is a good league and will only get better.

[HoustonEagle]

After reviewing the footage from media day, the thought crossed my mind of how much I like this league, the teams in it and the direction it appears to be heading.  Bowl wins last year aside, I see very competent coaches and programs which should only get better in time.

I particularly was impressed with the UTEP segment and how much Kugler has changed that program for the better.  I get the feeling UTEP will be a tough game for anyone in the country and can see them becoming one of the better teams in C-USA consistently.

Same for Rice.  Baliff is a winner and that is such a great academic institution.  People harp on the Florida schools but I think you will be surprised at how much they improve from one year to the next.

Even ODU impresses me.  What they have done in football in such a short time is impressive and their fan support is top notch.

This is a tough league.  There are no easy wins.  

I think sometimes we lose sight of how good this league is compared to what we have seen in the past.  It seems to be trending up and that is a good thing for North Texas.

 

no one impresses me more than ODU

[GreenTexan13]

I'm glad that Tech gets to have UNT as a "rival" in CUSA

I am honored to have Tech as a rival. You guys have a great football team and definitely make our conference look strong. I truly get excited to watch #UNTvsLaTech every time. One of my favorite games to look forward too. 

Edited July 23, 2015 by GreenTexan13