I saw the rant on PTI and of course some others who take the side that we are "bad" fans for expressing our unhappiness with Cal. It is suggested that Kentucky fans are arrogant, entitled, unrealistic, and other negatives. Guess what? Wrong!
Certain sports teams whether college or pro's have a legacy. Yes, those teams may have occasional down years but typically are consistent in doing well if not winning it all.
Kentucky basketball holds emotional meaning to many of the fans and there is a pride of the program and an interest and devotion that is unmatched with the possible exception of one or two other programs. Much earlier this year in another thread, I described how I use to drive out into the woods to try and pick up a Kentucky basketball radio broadcast pre-cable, etc. after moving out of State. I am not alone in this caring. The other day on a radio show a fan was crying when he started talking about the program. He is not unique either. Many of us share these feelings because we care. In fact, Cal or any coach wouldn't be earing the type of salary he receives if this was an acceptable average basketball program nor would there be a 24K Rupp Arena, National fan base, Big Blue Nation, etc.
Sorry PTI guys and others, us fans are not willing to accept what is occurring. Sure Alabama, LSU, perhaps Florida have great fan following for Football but no one had a fit when Florida changed coaches after winning but disappointing seasons for them. The Yankees have a following and legacy, but if the Minnesota Twins perform poorly it may be sad but no where near the same meaning. This is true for Kentucky basketball. We are here to protect our legacy. So, yes, I am going to express my displeasure and if you talking heads don't get it then too bad.
Certain sports teams whether college or pro's have a legacy. Yes, those teams may have occasional down years but typically are consistent in doing well if not winning it all.
Kentucky basketball holds emotional meaning to many of the fans and there is a pride of the program and an interest and devotion that is unmatched with the possible exception of one or two other programs. Much earlier this year in another thread, I described how I use to drive out into the woods to try and pick up a Kentucky basketball radio broadcast pre-cable, etc. after moving out of State. I am not alone in this caring. The other day on a radio show a fan was crying when he started talking about the program. He is not unique either. Many of us share these feelings because we care. In fact, Cal or any coach wouldn't be earing the type of salary he receives if this was an acceptable average basketball program nor would there be a 24K Rupp Arena, National fan base, Big Blue Nation, etc.
Sorry PTI guys and others, us fans are not willing to accept what is occurring. Sure Alabama, LSU, perhaps Florida have great fan following for Football but no one had a fit when Florida changed coaches after winning but disappointing seasons for them. The Yankees have a following and legacy, but if the Minnesota Twins perform poorly it may be sad but no where near the same meaning. This is true for Kentucky basketball. We are here to protect our legacy. So, yes, I am going to express my displeasure and if you talking heads don't get it then too bad.
