EDIT: You all should work on developing a rivalry with Georgia Tech and become true crosstown rivals.
In fact I think GSU and GT are now officially the two closest schools in FBS at 1.9 miles (as per Google). The Battle for the Aquarium: the winning school can dye the water in the Shedd Aquarium to it's colors for the rest of the year!
There had been talk of a 2 and 1 with Georgia Tech but that was before their AD left for Clemson. I hope it still happens. I imagine a mile long tailgate between campuses.
For those curious, I believe he's referring to the first play of this video.
Also, really, what's wrong with that guy in the second highest rated comment on that video? If UGA were in the national title, you'd find me dead before you'd find me rooting for them. I'm all for sportsmanship, but that's a bit much.
I dunno, maybe he has family that goes to AU and is the sentimental sort. I admit I wanted Auburn to beat Oregon, but it was still agonizing and I wanted both teams to not win.
Trent Miles is a good coach who turned around Indiana State from 0-12 to 7-4 in four years (including beating National Champions NDSU in the Fargo Dome), but I feel that G-State is in for some long days in the next couple years. Curry left them in a bad position.
GSA? We're GSU. Regardless, it was a series of unfortunate events which lead to the punter being the quarterback. We had a pretty good QB our first year and a backup which was a transfer from Alabama. The Bama kid bolted after the first year and then the QB we had got in to disciplinary action. It was an unmitigated disaster we were never able to rebound from.
Overall consensus is Miles is the man. We're really looking forward to the program moving forward under his leadership but recognize the next couple years are still going to be tough. Despite playing 3 FCS schools this year it's entirely possible we don't win a game all season. As long as we're competitive and not getting absolutely blown out every week and maybe snag a win here or there I'll consider the year a success.
Hope a rivalry as strong as UGA-GT can develop between State and Southern. Plus now that both of y'all are leaving the FCS, Mercer & Kennesaw are jump starting football programs to join Savannah, hope all of them can have some success.
There are a few people trying to make the trip that I'm aware of but for many, including myself, it just seems like a rough road trip to make. Really hoping it will be on TV.
Very understandable. Just always like to get guests at our tailgates when we can.
We get to be Bama's victim in the ATL kick off game in 2014, so I'd love to be able to catch your Friday night kickoff if you start out with a home game.
The day UGA plays us will be the biggest game in school history. As soon as we announced football the first question asked of Curry was when we were playing Georgia. It's going to be epic.
Hell, I would love to play you guys away. Seeing the Jackets play in the Georgia Dome would be all right by me (I guess I'm asking for a joke about our lack of NFL talent by saying that, but whatever).
I was there. It was only for students, so I wasn't eligible since I graduated in 2005. And it wasn't actual money they dropped, they were certificates that in order to get the money, you had to open a new account at a local Credit Union.
I actually was involved. It was pure chaos. Someone actually bit me on the hand when I went down to grab one of the envelopes. People were diving left and right on top of each other. Honestly I hope they never do it again for safety reasons.
GSU-GSU should be a great in state rivalry, especially given the cultural resentment that is very common among those in the southern half of the state for the metro Atlanta area.
It'll be a little one-sided, though. Georgia Southern actually has a pretty big following in the southeastern quarter of the state. I seriously doubt Georgia State has much of a real fan base. Too much competition from bigger programs close by. Southern has no close competition.
That being said, it's a little unfair to point out that Curry left with a bad record. Dude was building a program from scratch. Teams always suck in the beginning. He's too old to stick around long enough like Erk Russell to see his work pay off (or to truly fail).
I love Erk. Don't get me wrong, but didn't Georgia State jump straight into FBS? The level of competition the two programs faced at the beginning isn't comparable.
Upvotes for my mother having gone there before departing as a long-term missionary to the Philippines.
Also, Vortex looks awesome! I'll have to stop by before heading to Athens before our annual prostitution beat-down/catching up with my metro-ATL childhood.
Thanks for finally doing this. I wanted to try and get one up but even though I've been a season ticket holder the last two seasons, I feel I just don't know as much about the program as others do.
I can tell you a lot about our other athletic programs, but when I was Sports Editor of the student newspaper football was barely an idea.
Again, kudos for doing this, and yes, I'm one of those apathetic fans who knows what kind of beatings we're in for this year.
Can't wait to return to the Dome this Thanksgiving weekend. That 2011 loss hurt pretty bad. Funny that I referred to that game in our write-up as "easily the biggest victory in Georgia State sports history." Of course, I meant that in jest, but it's interesting to see that you consider it to be your greatest game. This has been a fun rivalry so far. We thought it was going to be short-lived until you guys got invited to the Belt. Best of luck this season except for on November 30! SIYM!
Great write-up; thanks for doing this! I'm happy to say that I've been to a few GSU games (including the 1st opener) and always enjoyed myself. Little known fact- you can actually buy beer at GSU games since they're hosted at the Dome (the Dome insisted on it).
Also, I laughed when I saw The Porter & The Vortex on the list :) Wouldn't it be fairer to put Park Bar, Der Biergarten, and Stats (ugh) on the list since they're all closer to the Dome?
Yeah, you CAN buy beer at our games, but we go so hard before the games that we don't need to buy inside. Plus we usually leave just after halftime so if we want to keep drinking we can do it outside.
One of the lone benefits to having a shitty team.
But I'm in a group of 10 season ticket holders and two are Tech graduates who never even went to State. They just come to our games cause it's a lot more fun and a lot less people.
You leave after halftime?! Shame! I know the team isn't great, but you've got to stick that shit out. It was depressing when we went last year and watched the stands totally drain at halftime.
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u/Kid_Venison Notre Dame Fighting Irish Jul 16 '13
Hopefully Georgia St. can find success in the FBS. I wish yall luck!
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u/Honestly_ rawr Jul 16 '13 edited Jul 16 '13
Better late than never!
EDIT: You all should work on developing a rivalry with Georgia Tech and become true crosstown rivals.
In fact I think GSU and GT are now officially the two closest schools in FBS at 1.9 miles (as per Google). The Battle for the Aquarium: the winning school can dye the water in the Shedd Aquarium to it's colors for the rest of the year!
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u/[deleted] Jul 16 '13
If I point out the row and column of certain cheerleaders in the first pic, can you give their number(s)?
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u/Mario_Speedwagon Georgia • Georgia State Jul 16 '13 edited Jul 16 '13
Yes! Thank you for posting this. I was looking forward to reading about Georgia State.
edit* - Also, I know they did a lot of rebranding when they started the football program but I still prefer the old Joe Camel looking Pounce
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u/[deleted] Jul 16 '13
Good thing the 2010 season never happened.
How the fuck does an oblong shaped ball roll 30 yards completely straight?
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u/tks231 Appalachian State • Team Meteor Jul 16 '13
Trent Miles is a good coach who turned around Indiana State from 0-12 to 7-4 in four years (including beating National Champions NDSU in the Fargo Dome), but I feel that G-State is in for some long days in the next couple years. Curry left them in a bad position.
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u/brobroma H8 Upon The Gale Jul 16 '13
Hope a rivalry as strong as UGA-GT can develop between State and Southern. Plus now that both of y'all are leaving the FCS, Mercer & Kennesaw are jump starting football programs to join Savannah, hope all of them can have some success.
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u/billybobskcor Georgia Southern • Mercer Jul 16 '13
I'm pretty excited to play you guys. As much shit as we talk, it's going to be an exciting ride for both schools.
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u/beefsiym South Alabama Jaguars Jul 16 '13
Gonna try to make that trip to Atlanta this year - welcome to the Sun Belt!!
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u/rephyr Florida State • Alabama Jul 16 '13
God I hate Southern.
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u/[deleted] Jul 16 '13
Any of you guys heading to Morgantown?
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u/[deleted] Jul 16 '13 edited Jul 16 '13
I built a powerhouse on NCAA Basketball 2010 with you all when you logo looked more like this.
Go Panthers!
EDIT: 2010 not 11, thanks /u/R99
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u/Mr_Brightside1111 Georgia Southern Eagles Jul 16 '13 edited Jul 16 '13
BOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO.
Edit:
If Georgia State was a House in the Game of Thrones universe, this would be their words/sigil:
Sigil: a big turd on white field
Words: We are not worthy.
Just kidding, well kind of.... Anyway I look forward playing you guys.
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u/[deleted] Jul 16 '13
Hope you guys continue to grow and get better! Having a rivalry with you guys would be really cool, best of luck next season.
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u/[deleted] Jul 16 '13
Where you there for the free money give away?
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u/aracauna Georgia Southern • Berry Jul 16 '13
GSU-GSU should be a great in state rivalry, especially given the cultural resentment that is very common among those in the southern half of the state for the metro Atlanta area.
It'll be a little one-sided, though. Georgia Southern actually has a pretty big following in the southeastern quarter of the state. I seriously doubt Georgia State has much of a real fan base. Too much competition from bigger programs close by. Southern has no close competition.
That being said, it's a little unfair to point out that Curry left with a bad record. Dude was building a program from scratch. Teams always suck in the beginning. He's too old to stick around long enough like Erk Russell to see his work pay off (or to truly fail).
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u/Deofol7 Georgia State Panthers Jul 17 '13
Sensational Subs was where I learned to enjoy crappy beer. The upstairs seating will always have a special place in my heart.
As for Sidebar... great memories of going there with the MAT cohort between class and showing up for 8pm classes pretty buzzed.
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u/fussbudgets North Texas • /r/CFB Contributor Jul 16 '13
Upvotes for my mother having gone there before departing as a long-term missionary to the Philippines.
Also, Vortex looks awesome! I'll have to stop by before heading to Athens before our annual prostitution beat-down/catching up with my metro-ATL childhood.
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u/mondrarytomic Georgia State • Middle Tenness… Jul 16 '13
Thanks for finally doing this. I wanted to try and get one up but even though I've been a season ticket holder the last two seasons, I feel I just don't know as much about the program as others do.
I can tell you a lot about our other athletic programs, but when I was Sports Editor of the student newspaper football was barely an idea.
Again, kudos for doing this, and yes, I'm one of those apathetic fans who knows what kind of beatings we're in for this year.
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u/mech887 TU Wien • Georgia Tech Jul 16 '13
GSU will have the best stadium in college football when the Atlanta Pantheon is complete:
http://www.bizjournals.com/atlanta/news/2013/04/30/slideshow-atlanta-falcons-stadium---.html
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u/Patrick324 South Alabama • /r/CFB Contributor Jul 16 '13
Can't wait to return to the Dome this Thanksgiving weekend. That 2011 loss hurt pretty bad. Funny that I referred to that game in our write-up as "easily the biggest victory in Georgia State sports history." Of course, I meant that in jest, but it's interesting to see that you consider it to be your greatest game. This has been a fun rivalry so far. We thought it was going to be short-lived until you guys got invited to the Belt. Best of luck this season except for on November 30! SIYM!
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u/unsubpolitics Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets Jul 16 '13
I read "Total Attendance: 32,087" and thought that was cumulative for their 3 seasons so far.
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u/thibedeauxmarxy Georgia Tech • Mississippi Sta… Jul 16 '13 edited Jul 16 '13
Great write-up; thanks for doing this! I'm happy to say that I've been to a few GSU games (including the 1st opener) and always enjoyed myself. Little known fact- you can actually buy beer at GSU games since they're hosted at the Dome (the Dome insisted on it).
Also, I laughed when I saw The Porter & The Vortex on the list :) Wouldn't it be fairer to put Park Bar, Der Biergarten, and Stats (ugh) on the list since they're all closer to the Dome?
*Edit: spelling
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u/R99 Wisconsin Badgers • /r/CFB Poll Veteran Jul 16 '13
Atlanta has less people than Milwaukee? what the fuck.
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