11-15-2014, 10:11 AM | #1 |
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Atmosphere
I've been going to hoops games across the country for over 40 years, and have seen games from Georgetown's small gym (before they moved to a big arena) to Final Fours. I have had some great experiences, and seen some shows around the game that have been really good. Now that I live in Cincy, I wanted to know what you are most proud of about your house?
What are your favorite things about the experience at a game at 5/3 other than the game itself? Anything stand out? And to be fair, other than the sitelines, what is your least favorite part of going to a game? Any thing you just can't stand? Finally, have you been to another college arena that just blew you away with its experience? Thanks. DonnyO |
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11-15-2014, 11:15 AM | #3 |
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I guess the smell of pizza is pretty great but other than the actual physical atmosphere at the game, I never really notice anything else going on. Well, sometimes there are guys drumming barrels on the way out for cointossers.
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11-15-2014, 08:23 PM | #6 |
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Hugs return was a fantastic game to attend.
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11-21-2014, 02:41 PM | #7 |
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At it's best, the atmosphere of 5/3 is great. The crosstown shootout on campus is a madhouse. The passion and excitement is high and the noise easily trumps a lot of the bigger, nicer arenas in the region.
The downside is simple. The above happens 3-4 times a year now and the rest of the time it falls pretty far. I have noticed this year seems slightly improved over the last few, but the Nov/Dec games and sometimes even January against weaker opponents are just your typical ncaab game. Nothing more or less than what you'd expect. The UCONN, X and Memphis games are must attend live events for me. |
11-21-2014, 03:01 PM | #8 |
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Georgetown Senior Night.
My god. |
11-22-2014, 06:37 AM | #9 |
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Donny:
I've always liked the beer sales at UC games. I understand a number of schools do not allow beer sales. Now the university has added craft beers including Rivertown. That adds to the experience. |
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