[Class of 20Something]

I'm not going to lie, I would be pretty happy if we could work out a deal with a G5 conference similar to what Notre Dame has with the ACC. I wonder how likely that is to happen. It would make scheduling so much easier.

I like the idea, I just don't think it is any more likely than a conference invite. It would be comfortable for MG but I almost think this fanbase is going to be excited about breaking the monotony of regular seasons with the same opponents.

[LUGrad2000]

FBS Scheduling Update

http://www.aseaofred.com/fbs-scheduling-update/

The scheduling alliance just an idea or are there sources that indicate it could happen?

[R i]

I have heard that its a good possibility, and what we are working towards.

[Sly Fox]

I am out of the loop on this idea. But I wonder what league that potentially could be. I would have to assume that CUSA makes the most sense. It definitely wouldn't be the MAC based on how they have treated affiliates in recent years. This might be an interesting way for the schools in the Sun Belt who were supportive of our candidacy to get some regional FBS games on their calendar without dipping into guarantees. It certainly is something to chew on.

Would leagues that would consider us a membership liability based on our perceived baggage be cool with a loose affiliation? It is an intriguing idea even if it would be challenging to find a dance partner.

[LUnpretty11]

Great report again, ASOR. Looking forward to finding out who all is on the schedule. As for scheduling affiliation, I would hope it would be partnered with CUSA or AAC. I wouldn't mind a couple games with Sun Belt foes, but not to make up the bulk share of our scheduling.

[LUaddict]

Great report again, ASOR. Looking forward to finding out who all is on the schedule. As for scheduling affiliation, I would hope it would be partnered with CUSA or AAC. I wouldn't mind a couple games with Sun Belt foes, but not to make up the bulk share of our scheduling.

I agree with Pretty, I would like a CUSA or AAC scheduling alliance. Sun Belt a distant third preference since they snubbed their nose at use. I don't know why but I have a feeling this might be a CUSA scheduling alliance .

[LUnpretty11]

I don't want Sun Belt because of the lack of SOS that would provide for us. I know Liberty needs to move slowly on increasing the opponents it plays for the majority of the schedule, but CUSA would be an obvious starting point. Geographically and competitively, CUSA makes the most sense.

[Purple Haize]

For those who doubt we can get this sort of deal done with a conference, it's worth noting this.

Depending on the conference bylaws, odds are that an arrangement such as this would not require some sort of supermajority vote of the Presidents. It may only require a simple majority (which would likely be enough with the Sun Belt), or maybe no vote at all, just a deal worked with the commissioner.

I can see working something out with the Sun Belt but would prefer CUSA

[Neo]

Also worth noting that money talks. What G5 conference team wouldn't want to agree to a winnable FBS home and home series especially when they get paid to enter the home and home series. It helps with scheduling all while lining your own pockets. Win win.

[Cider Jim]

I can see working something out with the Sun Belt but would prefer CUSA

It's okay to say that you want to watch a MARSHALL game.

[BJWilliams]

Well now we have a slightly better chance to have Big and Rich "coming to your city" and bringing the CGD crew with em

[R i]

Id be okay with any FBS conference affiliation. Would be fun to have either Sun Belt or CUSA or AAC teams in williams stadium for the next few seasons.

If it pans out, I could see this being a long term strategy. We would keep LFSN dollars, and have tons of flexibility with scheduling. If we can work out a deal like this, I do not see the need to join a conference any time soon. The Big South is a good level of competition in most every other sport. Gonzaga proves that top teams in Basketball do not always come from P5.

[Purple Haize]

I can see working something out with the Sun Belt but would prefer CUSA

It's okay to say that you want to watch a MARSHALL game.

If I wanna see a Thundering Turd I'll just have an extra bran muffin!

[Sly Fox]

Not that any of us saw it as a legitimate possibility, but Notre Dame is full for both 2018 & 2019.



Click Here for News Release

[Purple Haize]

Not that any of us saw it as a legitimate possibility, but Notre Dame is full for both 2018 & 2019.



Click Here for News Release

Plenty of folks thought this was possible

[Sly Fox]

I don't think they thought it was possible for 2018 or 2019. But I think many fo us seeing possibilities moving into the 2020s for a road game in South Bend.

[TH Spangler]

I don't think they thought it was possible for 2018 or 2019. But I think many fo us seeing possibilities moving into the 2020s for a road game in South Bend.

IM there!

[cruzan_flame13]

I don't think they thought it was possible for 2018 or 2019. But I think many fo us seeing possibilities moving into the 2020s for a road game in South Bend.

That will be interesting if possible. Honestly I would hope to have some matchups with BYU and hopefully gain some respect from that program plus Army as well.

[Purple Haize]

I don't think they thought it was possible for 2018 or 2019. But I think many fo us seeing possibilities moving into the 2020s for a road game in South Bend.

That's an entire Decade. Big difference between 2021 and 2029.
So what does it benefit ND to schedule LU?

[Sly Fox]

Theoretically it could fill a tough to schedule October or November slot with a safe FBS school that likely wouldn't require a home-and-home contract.

[Sly Fox]

The price of FBS guarantees is certainly working in our favor. Alabama just agreed to pay NMSU a cool $1.7M to come for a beatdown in their 2019 season. And another FBS Aggies squad is collecting $1.5M from LSU for a 2019 date.

Charlotte just filled up their 2020 slate as well.

[gerb]

[VAGolf]

I'm way down the chain on this one but I did hear LU is likely to have a home game with a military school not named Army in 2019, and likely an away game with a military school not named Army in the same year. (If someone has information contradicting this or adding to this, feel free to share. I don't pretend to be in the know.)

2018's schedule is being put together but probably will not be the sexiest year. But I have solid expectations for 2019. Not just talking fun mid-major programs either...we may actually generate some heavy hitters playing on the mountain.

[Class of 20Something]

I'm way down the chain on this one but I did hear LU is likely to have a home game with a military school not named Army in 2019, and likely an away game with a military school not named Army in the same year. (If someone has information contradicting this or adding to this, feel free to share. I don't pretend to be in the know.)

2018's schedule is being put together but probably will not be the sexiest year. But I have solid expectations for 2019. Not just talking fun mid-major programs either...we may actually generate some heavy hitters playing on the mountain.

Does military school mean service academy here? I would certainly hope so. VMI and The Citadel both fall into military schools. Navy and Air Force would be insane though.

[VAGolf]

I'm way down the chain on this one but I did hear LU is likely to have a home game with a military school not named Army in 2019, and likely an away game with a military school not named Army in the same year. (If someone has information contradicting this or adding to this, feel free to share. I don't pretend to be in the know.)

2018's schedule is being put together but probably will not be the sexiest year. But I have solid expectations for 2019. Not just talking fun mid-major programs either...we may actually generate some heavy hitters playing on the mountain.

Does military school mean service academy here? I would certainly hope so. VMI and The Citadel both fall into military schools. Navy and Air Force would be insane though.

Service academy would be the more appropriate term. Apologies.