NBC must be happy.
I doubt it was the excitement about playing Purdue (yaaaawn) that increased ND's home opener ratings 77 percent vs last year.
Brian Kelly's Irish are, apparently, a pretty solid draw. Victory is a draw too.
Still formulating my post-game thoughts as well...coming.
By Ska September 6, 2010 - 11:27 am
Parking lots were packed south of the Stadium and JACC. Ridiculously long lines (20-25 deep) at the porta-potties. Cell phone use was impossible. There appears to be a lot more interest in ND football this year. Fans (mostly from Illinois) that arrived their usual 2 hours or less, before game time, had difficulty navigating to a parking space due to tail-gaters packing the aisles in the parking areas.
Very good to see fan interest up for ND football again. Its been a while. Next week should be even better.
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By The Biscuit September 6, 2010 - 11:34 am
Yeah, good tailgating atmosphere, though I didnt like all the construction. Any idea what they’re building south of the JACC between the JACC and the Marriot?
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By Ska September 6, 2010 - 11:41 am
Hockey arena.
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By The Biscuit September 6, 2010 - 11:51 am
Ah yes, thats right, thanks.
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By Arthur LeBon September 6, 2010 - 11:41 am
An ice fieldhouse, methinks.
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