02-02-2018, 07:23 AM
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Originally Posted by Avid Flyer
Absolutely correct Jack. I have lived here for 20 plus years and the only followers are SLU alum. SLU is like women's basketball at UD, little to no interest from the community if not grads.
Market size is large but the draw is small. Mizzou SEMO and even Illinois draws more interest. Then add in the fact SLU fans are Fairweather fans. They show up when winning but don't bother otherwise. Too many options here.
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St Louis is pro sports first and foremost. Unlike Cincy, which promotes _avier and UC very very well (with help from the Bengals/Reds being woeful in recent years), the Cardinals (and to a lesser degree, the Blues) rule the day 24/7/365.
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