Removal of turf probably killed this little tradition

[Dayons_Den]

Some places do not allow people on FieldTurf to protect it from incidentals like chewing gum or nacho cheese. The restrictions are done in the same vein certain basketball arenas do not allow people on their hardwood.

[FalconTurf]

I think stories of walking on the field after games and onto the court at Anderson is simply a reflection of being BG. This is why the common fan becomes so loyal to the program and you feel so connected to the players. From these stories the athletic department should encourage a meet and greet after the games on the field. More fans with greater connection and loyalty to the program are key to success at a program the size of BG. You simply don't get that everywhere and I hope the powers to be never forget that the fan-friendly atmosphere is what makes BG simply BG to many.

[kdog27]

I think stories of walking on the field after games and onto the court at Anderson is simply a reflection of being BG. This is why the common fan becomes so loyal to the program and you feel so connected to the players. From these stories the athletic department should encourage a meet and greet after the games on the field. More fans with greater connection and loyalty to the program are key to success at a program the size of BG. You simply don't get that everywhere and I hope the powers to be never forget that the fan-friendly atmosphere is what makes BG simply BG to many.

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[NWLB]

It all depends on who is at the stadium, as to if somebody spitting gum on the field is a danger.

BGSU fans wouldn't do it.
Miami fans think chewing gum is SOoo bourgeois.
Ohio fans chew tobacco which is bio-degradable.
Marshall fans have no teeth to chew with.
There aren't any UB fans.
UT fans would if they could chew and walk at the same time.

[da3mite]

It all depends on who is at the stadium, as to if somebody spitting gum on the field is a danger.

BGSU fans wouldn't do it.
Miami fans think chewing gum is SOoo bourgeois.
Ohio fans chew tobacco which is bio-degradable.
Marshall fans have no teeth to chew with.
There aren't any UB fans.
UT fans would if they could chew and walk at the same time.

[falconfroelich]

I know the last few years Michigan has held their media day/ photo day on the field. That was the first time i have ever been on it and i loved it. I can see how after a game where they don't want fans on the field. Thats mostly because of food.

[zeket10]

The athletic department could decide to go either way. They could decide to keep the tradition of letting people on the field or they could choose to protect the field from food and other things. But think about this when we had grass you could still get gum on the field, and you could get nachos on the grass. I think they should let people on the field, if it AIN'T BROKE DON'T FIX IT.

[TG1996]

But think about this when we had grass you could still get gum on the field, and you could get nachos on the grass.

Spit gum on your living room carpet, then spit some on your lawn. Let me know which comes out easier.

I don't think it's as big an issue as has been brought up, but it's something to think about if the administration wants to protect their new investment. I think "other schools" that don't allow folks on their field have done so regardless of surface. I'd imagine things wouldn't change at BG, and Noah will have to find something else to cry about.

[1987alum]

But think about this when we had grass you could still get gum on the field, and you could get nachos on the grass.

Spit gum on your living room carpet, then spit some on your lawn. Let me know which comes out easier.

I don't think it's as big an issue as has been brought up, but it's something to think about if the administration wants to protect their new investment. I think "other schools" that don't allow folks on their field have done so regardless of surface. I'd imagine things wouldn't change at BG, and Noah will have to find something else to cry about.

Ouch.

[TG1996]

Ouch.

In this case, I see your son's pain as a good thing.

Of course, when he's able to run on the field after a future BG game, he's gonna think his dad's a liar and then it's all downhill...

[1987alum]

Ouch.

In this case, I see your son's pain as a good thing.

Of course, when he's able to run on the field after a future BG game, he's gonna think his dad's a liar and then it's all downhill...

Good point!

[Flipper]

"Hmmm...maybe dad was all wrong about that drug stuff too. I'm not gonna try them after all"

[factman]

I can tell you that Kent State does NOT allow anyone to chew seeds on their new "turf" baseball field!

[hammb]

I can tell you that Kent State does NOT allow anyone to chew seeds on their new "turf" baseball field!

As much as I don't like turf for football, multiply that by 1 billion times for my feelings on turf for baseball.

I actually think that there should be a baseball governing body that makes it illegal to play baseball on artificial turf. It's ridiculous and completely changes the game. Why hit a well struck ball when all I have to do is drive it into the turf and it will bounce over the infielders' heads? The game is meant for grass PERIOD.

[Falconfreak90]

I agree with Hammb and Factman. That Kent field is horrible. It looks nice but ugh...not for baseball at ALL!