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HolyHandgernade · 06-17-2010, 11:19 AM

I thought about starting a different thread on this topic but I don't want to be responsible for the breakup of the biggest CP Thread ever.....

Seriously though, does anyone comprehend how these independent networks will work? Are they regional? Are they broadcast under a parent company? Are the available through larger TV packages to people outside the geographic area? How large of a population/fan base do you think a school needs to be in order to make such a venture possible.

Venturing from the mess of ignorance, let me propose a hypothetical:

Since not one of the four remaining North schools has the population base nor capital to probably start such an adventure on its own, wouldn't a collaborative effort be in our best interest? We saw how vulnerable we were and the new Big XII agreement doesn't say only Texas can pursue such a said side venture to create additional revenue. Further, such a co-op would, I think, strengthen fractured feelings about school loyalty to the conference. I mean, if you are partners in a successful venture, you would be less likely to throw it away, wouldn't you?

Although ISU really isn't a main rival for the other three, the natural confluence of MU, KU and KSU in the KC area seems like a natural TV CO-OP venture. It would seem, with its expanded footprint, that it would have more chance of being successful than any one school attempting such on their own. The Border War, The Sunflower Showdown, Power and Light specials during the basketball tournament, Missouri's population centers, KU's national basketball brand, KSU's resurgence, ISU's wrestling and loyal fans.

Like I said, I don't know how these things work, so maybe it isn't difficult to get one running and make it profitable for each school, but something tells me this isn't the case and that Texas just happens to have the perfect storm of a rich university, national brand and population centers to make it work. I think a co-op between our schools (maybe call it "The North Wind Network") would be the best way for us all to find some extra cash for our programs to have some vitality outside of on-field performance.

-HH

06-17-2010, 11:19 AM	#7051
HolyHandgernade Integralist Join Date: May 2001 Location: Murrieta, CA Casino cash: $10006370	I thought about starting a different thread on this topic but I don't want to be responsible for the breakup of the biggest CP Thread ever..... Seriously though, does anyone comprehend how these independent networks will work? Are they regional? Are they broadcast under a parent company? Are the available through larger TV packages to people outside the geographic area? How large of a population/fan base do you think a school needs to be in order to make such a venture possible. Venturing from the mess of ignorance, let me propose a hypothetical: Since not one of the four remaining North schools has the population base nor capital to probably start such an adventure on its own, wouldn't a collaborative effort be in our best interest? We saw how vulnerable we were and the new Big XII agreement doesn't say only Texas can pursue such a said side venture to create additional revenue. Further, such a co-op would, I think, strengthen fractured feelings about school loyalty to the conference. I mean, if you are partners in a successful venture, you would be less likely to throw it away, wouldn't you? Although ISU really isn't a main rival for the other three, the natural confluence of MU, KU and KSU in the KC area seems like a natural TV CO-OP venture. It would seem, with its expanded footprint, that it would have more chance of being successful than any one school attempting such on their own. The Border War, The Sunflower Showdown, Power and Light specials during the basketball tournament, Missouri's population centers, KU's national basketball brand, KSU's resurgence, ISU's wrestling and loyal fans. Like I said, I don't know how these things work, so maybe it isn't difficult to get one running and make it profitable for each school, but something tells me this isn't the case and that Texas just happens to have the perfect storm of a rich university, national brand and population centers to make it work. I think a co-op between our schools (maybe call it "The North Wind Network") would be the best way for us all to find some extra cash for our programs to have some vitality outside of on-field performance. -HH __________________ You'll see it's all a show, keep 'em laughing as you go, just remember, the last laugh is on you, and always look on the bright side of life!
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