I went to some of the semifinal games a few weeks ago, and I watched some of the Prep Bowl this weekend. A few thoughts....
Six classes is way too many. There really isn't much difference between classes 1-3. The 9 man thing can be left alone, combine classes 1-3 and 4-5. Three title games is plenty.
48 teams qualifying for "State" is a joke. Think about it. 48 teams?? If you average out each qualifying school at about 50 players, that's 2,400 kids who can say they went to "state" each year. Seems a bit excessive.
The atmosphere in the dome sucks. It's too big. Fans are too far away from the action. I'm sure it's fun for the players to play in such a venue, but I think they'd enjoy the experience of a packed house a whole lot more.
If weather is a factor for playing in the dome, how about this? End the season two weeks earlier. Don't let everyone make the playoffs. Play semifinal and final games at places like St. Cloud State, St. John's, or anywhere else that can seat 4000-5000 fans.
I really believe the MSHSL has ruined the state tournaments in football and basketball. Does anyone even watch the basketball tournament anymore? I go there every year and the whirlwind of games and teams reminds me of a weekend softball tournament.
Anyone else have thoughts on this?
Six classes is way too many. There really isn't much difference between classes 1-3. The 9 man thing can be left alone, combine classes 1-3 and 4-5. Three title games is plenty.
48 teams qualifying for "State" is a joke. Think about it. 48 teams?? If you average out each qualifying school at about 50 players, that's 2,400 kids who can say they went to "state" each year. Seems a bit excessive.
The atmosphere in the dome sucks. It's too big. Fans are too far away from the action. I'm sure it's fun for the players to play in such a venue, but I think they'd enjoy the experience of a packed house a whole lot more.
If weather is a factor for playing in the dome, how about this? End the season two weeks earlier. Don't let everyone make the playoffs. Play semifinal and final games at places like St. Cloud State, St. John's, or anywhere else that can seat 4000-5000 fans.
I really believe the MSHSL has ruined the state tournaments in football and basketball. Does anyone even watch the basketball tournament anymore? I go there every year and the whirlwind of games and teams reminds me of a weekend softball tournament.
Anyone else have thoughts on this?