HurricaneAce07
Class of 2007
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Now that I have your attention...
Let's talk about 2017 attendance and why it matters.
2014, Cincinnatti, Announced Attendance: 43,953 (LOL?)

The above picture is the bane of my existence as a UM alumnus and fan. I was at this game and it was embarrassing enough for me to contemplate not renewing my season tickets in 2015. It is one of a handful of pictures that UF, FSU and other non-UM fans use to trash us on social media. It also happens to be the primary picture used to recruit against Miami for homegrown talent. I mean, would you have brought a recruit to this game? I hate that picture because it reminds me of just how bad things had gotten and how little anyone cared about the program during peak-Golden era. Last year's FAU game is a perfect example of how things SHOULD look week-in-and-week-out for this program:
2016, FAU, Announced Attendance: 57,123

So why does it matter? Simply put, when you stack up the current-state of Miami versus almost any other program in the country, it is the ONLY weapon that can be used against us for South Florida talent. We like to use "put on for your hometown" when we all know the counter argument is "...if only the hometown showed up to watch you". It is the only argument we can never win against our rivals. We've even had commentators take jabs at our attendance during home games on live TV. If you look at our current 2018-2019 classes, you should quickly realize that nearly all of them will have easy access to attend multiple games this season - don't allow them to think twice about this program because of low attendance and lack of excitement at games.
What can I do - I'm already a season ticket holder?
1. Well first off, show up to all 7 home games. No excuses...
2. If you have a conflict for a big game, sell your tickets at a reasonable price - make them easy to buy
3. If you have a conflict for an easy game, give your tickets away to friends/family who you know will respect your gift and show up
4. Promote the sh*t out of our games - UM is a small private school and doesn't spend nearly enough on marketing. They could use the help and its easy for all of us to sell the buzz around this program
5. Buy extra single game tickets as gifts to your employees, coworkers, family and friends - seriously, buy some cheap seats and give them as gifts throughout the season.
Hartley out...
