My words too. I agree100%.
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50+yeartidefan
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50+yeartidefan
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Really. Thats like saying tennessee football should be at bamas level...just because they have the resources...
The ok dynasty is one of greatest in sports history...along with unconn womens bball...
BamaFan334
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Well, they should if they have the resources, or it's a failed experiment or business.
A lot of the "resources" at this point is NIL money. I don't know for sure where Alabama softball sits in the NIL "ranking" with the rest of the SEC... but I feel comfortable saying they trail OU.... significantly. It's sort of like baseball... Byrne can go out and make a 10/10 hire... and the program would be better off for it in many ways... but to compete with Vandy, LSU, and the big boys in the SEC year in and year out, they are going to have to have an influx on NIL cash to boost the talent numbers. Otherwise, the ceiling won't be as high as it could be.
BamaFan334
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I think a lot of the thinking that these Thletes have to be given a set number or wowed just to get them to a school, bjt a well thought out incentive plan may go further. Year 2, Year 3, and Year 4 could be safety net funds for these women athletes instead of getting a smaller lump sum up front. Pretty sure Oklahoma does not have more money than us or a better NIL setup. They put a lot into football and gymnastics as well. I would say Alabama is probabky football, basketball, and then softball as far as priority. Am I wrong there?
Ok, I’ve done some “scouting”. This young lady can put than “change of pace/change up” in a teacup!!!! It also “runs” into righty’s and away from lefty’s!!!! Plus she throws that pitch anywhere from the upper 40’s to mid 50’s. She is going to make it tough, for sure. I didn’t realize how much better she is this year than last. Also she doesn’t “work hard” in the circle. Which means she can throw all three games, plus. Still think it’s one of the better draws for our girls.
IMO, set guidelines for everyone and a better overall plan would have been the best route.... stuff like you mentioned. Or athletes who earn a degree from the school they sign with get a set amount upon graduation, like an incentive bonus. I think one misunderstanding many fans have though is... The money
Not sure if true or not, but I have heard that the female sports at BAMA, are behind several other universities in NIL money. Not really a priority, again not sure if true. Just what I’ve heard, 2nd, 3rd hand info. From a friend/acquaintance of a few of the female athletes at BAMA, and Georgia (they’re in the same boat)
I did mention facilities and resources. I also
mentioned after that the consistent success of the Oklahoma program due to the hard work of their HC. IMO the difference between the 2 programs is, Gasso is the Nick Saban of softball.
Not just limited to the female sports.
50+yeartidefan
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And a commitment that is more that a flash...see bama bball
While some of hires seem strong....thae overall committement really isnt there...see coleman cattle barn
50+yeartidefan
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Ok seems pretty high on football ladder....and is one of top programs throughout history...
BamaFan334
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With as much as The Rhoads Family gave, you would think money within the softball program would not be lacking. Softball is always sold out and has a big following for a woman's sport. Shocking to hear we are suffering financially as far as NIL goes. Gotta be businesses around town wanting to advertise women.
50+yeartidefan
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And ....softball is getting a lot of press....tv time....
But there is only so much money people are willing to spend....
And...
To donate money to UofA to give to kids...just give.....some how...doesn't sit well with me...as the whole NIL doesnt...
Maybe the rich...dont care...but i aint in that catagory
The LSU superfan is Deangelo Sanchez. He is actually one of the nicest people you would ever meet despite going to Auburn. I believe it was his sister who played softball for LSU a few years back which is when he started his superfan role. He will show up to some big travel ball tournaments and take pictures and talk to the players. Yes he can be extremely distracting to have right behind home plate on TV but he is a really good dude and he loves the sport and the SEC.
In other softball news, Auburn had a bad day yesterday. Four players jumped into the transfer portal (Jessie Blaine, Carlee McCondichie, Lindsay Garcia, and Bri Ellis). Ellis broke Auburn's freshman homerun record last year hitting 20 HRs. That is a combined 208 starts this year among those 4.
In other softball news, Auburn had a bad day yesterday. Four players jumped into the transfer portal (Jessie Blaine, Carlee McCondichie, Lindsay Garcia, and Bri Ellis). Ellis broke Auburn's freshman homerun record last year hitting 20 HRs. That is a combined 208 starts this year among those 4.
PurlJam
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BamaFan334
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Ha, all I could think about when reading this was the clip from The Big Lebowski.
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I still think Murph should hire a true “hitting coach” and designate himself to more of a dugout role except when we are at bat. I actually like seeing him in the 3rd base box. He definitely gets animated with the windmill!!!
As for NIL, I can see where we are lacking. While the Rhoads’ family pumped money into the program, I imagine that most has gone into the facilities to make them top notch. Problem is finding others willing to funnel money into the program that isn’t already dumping funds into football. Just like HS, football is the King and as they say in the Rant, the FoGs only see one sport.
As for NIL, I can see where we are lacking. While the Rhoads’ family pumped money into the program, I imagine that most has gone into the facilities to make them top notch. Problem is finding others willing to funnel money into the program that isn’t already dumping funds into football. Just like HS, football is the King and as they say in the Rant, the FoGs only see one sport.
