**USC vs. Missouri GAME #1 Thread**

[catdaddy66]

Originally Posted by reedus23

I thought I'd drop in and say good game Gamecocks. For a guy who loves baseball and is a fan of Missouri, joining the SEC has been a godsend. We lost tonight, and we're likely to lose tomorrow but at the risk of sounding corny, we'll win in the long run (I don't mean on the field necessarily). I apologize if this was mentioned up thread, but Mizzou and SC set a regular season attendance record tonight in Columbia West. (Yes, it was only 3100+ but we are in the process of upgrading our facilities). It's been something else to see how other schools that take pride in their programs seems to be rubbing off on parts of Mizzou. Hopefully that continues. Anyways, didn't mean to go on like that but wanted to say good game and thanks for being a part of what is hopefully a growing interest and pride at Mizzou in their baseball program.

Thanks reedus23! Kind of you to say so. It will take a while and a wholesale change in priorities but there's no reason Mizzou can't become a player in the SEC standings. But the 1st change you HAVE to make is getting rid of those two clueless yahoos in the booth calling your broadcast!! Ignorant hicks do not get you to the top...

[ConwayGamecock]

#1 UNC lost to Miami 4-1
#3 LSU is currently tied with MSU 4-4 in bottom 7th
#5 FSU (was undefeated) lost to MD 5-3

[1966gamecocks]

Have to give prop's to Even Beal. He has really come on and did another outstanding job when we really needed someone to step up.

[GamecockMomSC]

That was a good game, and Mizzou will be good if they get more of their hits across the plate.

The announcers were a$$holes. Making fun of the names of our players.

[GREENVILLE COCKPIT]

Originally Posted by ConwayGamecock

#1 UNC lost to Miami 4-1
#3 LSU is currently tied with MSU 4-4 in bottom 7th
#5 FSU (was undefeated) lost to MD 5-3

Alright

[ConwayGamecock]

Originally Posted by reedus23

I thought I'd drop in and say good game Gamecocks. For a guy who loves baseball and is a fan of Missouri, joining the SEC has been a godsend. We lost tonight, and we're likely to lose tomorrow but at the risk of sounding corny, we'll win in the long run (I don't mean on the field necessarily). I apologize if this was mentioned up thread, but Mizzou and SC set a regular season attendance record tonight in Columbia West. (Yes, it was only 3100+ but we are in the process of upgrading our facilities). It's been something else to see how other schools that take pride in their programs seems to be rubbing off on parts of Mizzou. Hopefully that continues. Anyways, didn't mean to go on like that but wanted to say good game and thanks for being a part of what is hopefully a growing interest and pride at Mizzou in their baseball program.

Thanks reedus: y'all got a solid team, and as long as your AD is serious about the program, you're in a great conference for developing nationally elite baseball. And with the SEC $$$ coming in, in no time you should start seeing consistent upgrades. The future should certainly be exciting for Mizzou baseball fans!!

[ConwayGamecock]

Originally Posted by 1966gamecocks

Have to give prop's to Even Beal. He has really come on and did another outstanding job when we really needed someone to step up.

Evan, even.....

[brat]

Originally Posted by reedus23

I thought I'd drop in and say good game Gamecocks. For a guy who loves baseball and is a fan of Missouri, joining the SEC has been a godsend. We lost tonight, and we're likely to lose tomorrow but at the risk of sounding corny, we'll win in the long run (I don't mean on the field necessarily). I apologize if this was mentioned up thread, but Mizzou and SC set a regular season attendance record tonight in Columbia West. (Yes, it was only 3100+ but we are in the process of upgrading our facilities). It's been something else to see how other schools that take pride in their programs seems to be rubbing off on parts of Mizzou. Hopefully that continues. Anyways, didn't mean to go on like that but wanted to say good game and thanks for being a part of what is hopefully a growing interest and pride at Mizzou in their baseball program.

We understand what you mean, for we went through the same growing pains with facilities and being able to step up to SEC standards of play. We had further to go as we were Independent for many years. It showed. It took us a good while to get our feet under us, but we have never regretted coming to the SEC. In fact, it was a Godsend and has been the reason we finally have become respectable in most sports. You will not miss your old foes in the Big XII, either, and will give as good as you get before you know it. We got away from UNC ages ago and you got away from University of Texas (as did A&M), their Western counterparts of self proclaimed elitism. What a great feeling. Like I said, we understand your situation very well.

[JuggernautCock]

Originally Posted by GREENVILLE COCKPIT

Alright

Middle 8th still tied 4-4 LSU Miss St.

[reedus23]

Originally Posted by catdaddy66

Thanks reedus23! Kind of you to say so. It will take a while and a wholesale change in priorities but there's no reason Mizzou can't become a player in the SEC standings. But the 1st change you HAVE to make is getting rid of those two clueless yahoos in the booth calling your broadcast!! Ignorant hicks do not get you to the top...

I would hope that there are improvements made across the board. Frankly, trying to watch the game from directly behind the plate was difficult too. I had a hard time picking up the ball but then again, my daughter always reminds me I'm just getting old.

[reedus23]

Originally Posted by GamecockMomSC

That was a good game, and Mizzou will be good if they get more of their hits across the plate.

The announcers were a$$holes. Making fun of the names of our players.

I haven't heard many good things even from Mizzou fans. I missed that, but that's unacceptable if you ask me. Just call the game. I think they have been able to get away with it for so long because no one was listening. With the move to the SEC people are listening and either they will change their style or others would likely be brought in.

[Cocklover]

Originally Posted by reedus23

I would hope that there are improvements made across the board. Frankly, trying to watch the game from directly behind the plate was difficult too. I had a hard time picking up the ball but then again, my daughter always reminds me I'm just getting old.

Thank you for joining the board. Missouri has always been a class act...and so are the fans. Look forward to more meetings in the future. Keep being a part of this board.

[JuggernautCock]

Originally Posted by JuggernautCock

Middle 8th still tied 4-4 LSU Miss St.

Clemson lost lead in top 9th to UVA. Bottom 11th 6-5 UVA, Clemson on 1st, 1 out.

[reedus23]

Originally Posted by ConwayGamecock

Thanks reedus: y'all got a solid team, and as long as your AD is serious about the program, you're in a great conference for developing nationally elite baseball. And with the SEC $$$ coming in, in no time you should start seeing consistent upgrades. The future should certainly be exciting for Mizzou baseball fans!!

The opportunity is certainly there. I'm taking a wait and see approach with the AD. They've certainly done almost zero to promote the team. I'm in St. Louis and still hear zero references to the baseball team. Football and basketball are on the radio and talked about but not baseball. As a baseball fan first and foremost, I hope that their attitudes change towards the sport. It certainly has the feel that the fanbase more interest in it, myself included, but the AD needs to capitalize on that while it's there.

[JuggernautCock]

Miss St. Bases loades on 2 outs, bottom 8th.

[JuggernautCock]

Clemson grounded into DP. UVA wins 6-5, Bottom 11. Only thing that does is make the loss look weak...

[reedus23]

Originally Posted by brat

We understand what you mean, for we went through the same growing pains with facilities and being able to step up to SEC standards of play. We had further to go as we were Independent for many years. It showed. It took us a good while to get our feet under us, but we have never regretted coming to the SEC. In fact, it was a Godsend and has been the reason we finally have become respectable in most sports. You will not miss your old foes in the Big XII, either, and will give as good as you get before you know it. We got away from UNC ages ago and you got away from University of Texas (as did A&M), their Western counterparts of self proclaimed elitism. What a great feeling. Like I said, we understand your situation very well.

I'd say you guys have done a great job of stepping up your programs. Currently doesn't get any better in baseball. Football can play with anyone. The hiring of Martin will have your basketball in the tourney within the next couple/few years. Really liked that hire for USC. I really don't even think about the Big 12 foes anymore unless it's brought up by someone else. I know we catch hell and many would prefer to keep the SEC in the days of old, but I've absolutely loved the move from our end. Coming from a conference of hate and animosity where you despise everyone (except maybe ISU), the SEC has been a breath of fresh air.

[JuggernautCock]

Originally Posted by JuggernautCock

Miss St. Bases loades on 2 outs, bottom 8th.

LSU strikes out 3. 4-4 going to 9th.

[SpurProsecutor]

Originally Posted by JuggernautCock

Clemson grounded into DP. UVA wins 6-5, Bottom 11. Only thing that does is make the loss look weak...

If it hurts our strength of schedule and rpi a bit so be it, love it when the Taters lose at anything, especially a heart breaker in conference in one of the big three sports!

[reedus23]

Originally Posted by Cocklover

Thank you for joining the board. Missouri has always been a class act...and so are the fans. Look forward to more meetings in the future. Keep being a part of this board.

Thanks. Just like most schools, Mizzou has it's handful of, well you know what kind of fan I'm talking about. The majority though are good folk. It's such a change from where we came from, how we now take pride not just in Mizzou, but take pride in the fact that we are hosting teams like SC or Bama or UF or any number of other SEC schools. If you make the trip to Columbia West, I think you'll find most people will go out of their way to make sure your experience is a good one (minus those few embarrassing fans of course).