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The last time the Gophers were nationally prominent was in the early 60s. Since then 10 coaches have tried to get them back. Not sure the reason it has been so difficult is coaching.

If true, why did the admin dowplay athletics in 61? What changed in 61?

UM. 20 UNW. 17

I'd be interested in seeing the recruiting template for the Gophers. How do we sell the Gophers program to recruits? How to we respond to objections to being UM students? How to we keep improving the pitch?

I don't think either group would be hurt. The big guys would get a train load of money and the student-athlete schools would enjoy more competitive games. But maybe I don't understand this strings question.

And how many pre-Fleck?

Yes, 2019 was uplifting. We'll probably see another year like that some day. Tough to get there regularly. Re NIL, Minnesota sports money has many pots to fill. High dilution factor.

Or if he transfers

But if you try, sometimes you might find you get what you need.

Or change conferences.

Say more about this.

I think that's a reasonable evaluation and expectation. Re NIL, the Gophers were a 6 to 8 wins/year team before NIL was adopted.

TV pays for games because fans watch them. If fans don't like the product and don't watch, TV money will dry up.

If fans don't watch games on TV, TV money will dry up.

I don't get this. The money comes from the fans. How can a business earn more by mistreating the source of its income?

An interesting thought. Why do you wish this?

Nice to have the service.

I watch NSIC games on TV. I don't know what the conference or teams earn.

Clearing 6.10 once would impress me

He certainly isn't loyal to his school. Less loyal than most. He led his HS to a state championship and I suspect he's looking for a chance for a college title too. He is a helluva runner though. I hope he finds a place where he can thrive and mature.