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Drove by the Statehouse this morning on my way to work
Posted on 8/28/14 at 9:28 am
Posted on 8/28/14 at 9:28 am
Didn't see anybody burying their loved ones. What gives? 
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Posted on 8/28/14 at 9:29 am to jackmanusc
The Aggies takeover numbered in the dozens. It was not as big as they advertised. Flights out of Austin must have been too expensive.
Posted on 8/28/14 at 9:33 am to parkjas2001
Posted on 8/28/14 at 9:37 am to jackmanusc
Apparently the Aggies are stunned that Gamecock fans, alums and students would take offense to their Yell Practice being held on the steps of our State Capitol where jokes about Sherman burning Columbia were being made by their overall-clad yell leaders.
Posted on 8/28/14 at 9:38 am to SCLibertarian
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jokes about Sherman burning Columbia
So I guess all bets are off then?
Posted on 8/28/14 at 9:42 am to parkjas2001
If they want to do their cheers at the State House, I couldn't care less. But it should be noted that the SC State House is adjacent to USC's campus, across the street from the Vista, the biggest bar district in Columbia and a 15-minute walk from 5 Points. To think that having Yell Practice there is a good idea is borderline stupidity.
Posted on 8/28/14 at 9:44 am to SCLibertarian
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To think that having Yell Practice there is a good idea is borderline stupidity.
You do realize all that stuff you just listed is the reason why it was held there, right?
Posted on 8/28/14 at 9:45 am to SCLibertarian
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where jokes about Sherman burning Columbia were being made by their overall-clad yell leaders.
That's fricked up, I could see if it were yanks making jokes, but Texans?
Posted on 8/28/14 at 9:46 am to DFWAggie09
Yes I do. But it's hilarious to hear A&M talk about the Gamecock fans being "classless" in showing up to shout down Yell Practice, when the very purpose of holding it there is to provoke said reaction.
Posted on 8/28/14 at 9:47 am to SCLibertarian
I honestly didn't care
Posted on 8/28/14 at 9:47 am to SCLibertarian
Honestly am not sure I've ever seen such a colossal mountain arise from such a mundane molehill.
The chip on the SC shoulder is ... evident.
I like SC and it's fans immensely; but 'tis obvious they are in desperate want of something around which to rally.
Their student leaders should take advantage of that--it's the stuff from which fun traditions are borne.
I'm glad they slummed enough to leave their "real college fan parties," joined the Ags for pre-game festivities, and enjoyed themselves.
That's exactly how cfb should be.
How was Midnight Yell in Columbia
The chip on the SC shoulder is ... evident.
I like SC and it's fans immensely; but 'tis obvious they are in desperate want of something around which to rally.
Their student leaders should take advantage of that--it's the stuff from which fun traditions are borne.
I'm glad they slummed enough to leave their "real college fan parties," joined the Ags for pre-game festivities, and enjoyed themselves.
That's exactly how cfb should be.
How was Midnight Yell in Columbia
Posted on 8/28/14 at 9:49 am to SCLibertarian
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when the very purpose of holding it there is to provoke said reaction.
The purpose is to hold it in a large, easily identifiable, outdoor location where visiting fans can walk and assemble peacefully.
That's it.
No ulterior motives.
Here's to a great game.
Posted on 8/28/14 at 9:54 am to EKG
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The purpose is to hold it in a large, easily identifiable, outdoor location where visiting fans can walk and assemble peacefully.
That's it.
No ulterior motives.
There is no way you believe that. The Yell practice when yo uplay Auburn was held in Montgomery.
If you wanted a central area for visiting fans, you would not have done it an hour away.
Posted on 8/28/14 at 9:58 am to jackmanusc
Aggy's have always been classless. It's their thing & believe it makes them cool and different. They're as deep as a kiddie pool.
Posted on 8/28/14 at 9:59 am to EKG
This is Finley Park, less than one mile from the State House. Based on your own criteria, it is a much better venue for Yell Practice than our State House. Had it been there, y'all would have been left to yourselves to conduct your tradition.
Posted on 8/28/14 at 9:59 am to parkjas2001
Actually, I do? It's the truth.
The local Association of Former Students clubs plan the locations.
Away game Yell is predominantly attended by Former Students; current students have nothing to do w the location.
For whatever reason, the SC AFS Club apparently thought that was a good locale.
I can promise you that they weren't trying to incite a riot in SC, but not so in Auburn.
Believe what you want--no skin off my nose.
The local Association of Former Students clubs plan the locations.
Away game Yell is predominantly attended by Former Students; current students have nothing to do w the location.
For whatever reason, the SC AFS Club apparently thought that was a good locale.
I can promise you that they weren't trying to incite a riot in SC, but not so in Auburn.
Believe what you want--no skin off my nose.
Posted on 8/28/14 at 10:00 am to SCLibertarian
I know nothing about SC geography, nor was I involved in the planning of last night's Yell.
Looks like a great park.
Maybe they'll hold it there in two years?
Looks like a great park.
Maybe they'll hold it there in two years?
Posted on 8/28/14 at 10:04 am to EKG
Saw Drivin N' Cryin play there about 10 years ago and it was a blast. Hope y'all enjoy Columbia today and the game tonight.
Posted on 8/28/14 at 10:04 am to SCLibertarian
Posted on 8/28/14 at 10:06 am to EKG
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Maybe they'll hold it there in two years?
I think that's a MUCH better idea. I don't think you'll see half the Gamecocks you saw this year at your cheer practice, if you hold it at a park like FInley.
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