Baseball Is NOT DEAD at Furman

[Mr. Taggart]

The issue with baseball is the D-I scholarship rules - (1) Furman couldn't/wouldn't afford the 11.7 allowed and (2) partial scholarships are of limited value when it leaves a gigantic remaining bill.

I don't see the point in bringing baseball back as a half-measure like it was maintained before. Either fully fund it *and* have funding to make up for the private school disadvantage (e.g., large recruiting budget to find rich kids that are good and also NIL resources), or don't bother.

Given Title IX, scholarship costs, and operational costs, that would be a pretty significant budget, $2 - 2.5 million per year would be my back of the envelope estimate.

We often disagree, but you are right. It is unfair to have baseball and not give it a chance to succeed. We need to play to win or not play. Wofford has obviously found a successful way to run a program; so it is possible.

[Sad Din]

The issue with baseball is the D-I scholarship rules - (1) Furman couldn't/wouldn't afford the 11.7 allowed and (2) partial scholarships are of limited value when it leaves a gigantic remaining bill.

I don't see the point in bringing baseball back as a half-measure like it was maintained before. Either fully fund it *and* have funding to make up for the private school disadvantage (e.g., large recruiting budget to find rich kids that are good and also NIL resources), or don't bother.

Given Title IX, scholarship costs, and operational costs, that would be a pretty significant budget, $2 - 2.5 million per year would be my back of the envelope estimate.

We often disagree, but you are right. It is unfair to have baseball and not give it a chance to succeed. We need to play to win or not play. Wofford has obviously found a successful way to run a program; so it is possible.

They would also has to upgrade facilities. Tougher yet is the transfer portal. U have to be a player in that field also

[apaladin]

When FU baseball was discntinued they were at or near the 11.7 limit.

[Jasper]

Don't hold your breath.

[apaladin]

The issue with baseball is the D-I scholarship rules - (1) Furman couldn't/wouldn't afford the 11.7 allowed and (2) partial scholarships are of limited value when it leaves a gigantic remaining bill.

I don't see the point in bringing baseball back as a half-measure like it was maintained before. Either fully fund it *and* have funding to make up for the private school disadvantage (e.g., large recruiting budget to find rich kids that are good and also NIL resources), or don't bother.

Given Title IX, scholarship costs, and operational costs, that would be a pretty significant budget, $2 - 2.5 million per year would be my back of the envelope estimate.

We often disagree, but you are right. It is unfair to have baseball and not give it a chance to succeed. We need to play to win or not play. Wofford has obviously found a successful way to run a program; so it is possible.

They would also has to upgrade facilities. Tougher yet is the transfer portal. U have to be a player in that field also

Just the pressbox would need updating, field is fine, seating is fine, just upgraded recently. There were plans for Latham pressbox etc. to be upgraded.

[Sad Din]

The issue with baseball is the D-I scholarship rules - (1) Furman couldn't/wouldn't afford the 11.7 allowed and (2) partial scholarships are of limited value when it leaves a gigantic remaining bill.

I don't see the point in bringing baseball back as a half-measure like it was maintained before. Either fully fund it *and* have funding to make up for the private school disadvantage (e.g., large recruiting budget to find rich kids that are good and also NIL resources), or don't bother.

Given Title IX, scholarship costs, and operational costs, that would be a pretty significant budget, $2 - 2.5 million per year would be my back of the envelope estimate.

We often disagree, but you are right. It is unfair to have baseball and not give it a chance to succeed. We need to play to win or not play. Wofford has obviously found a successful way to run a program; so it is possible.

They would also has to upgrade facilities. Tougher yet is the transfer portal. U have to be a player in that field also

Just the pressbox would need updating, field is fine, seating is fine, just upgraded recently. There were plans for Latham pressbox etc. to be upgraded.

sorry.. at this point ... dont spend another penny on any other new sport to invest in Bball. Bball is the road to the big time and it will help all others IMHO

[apaladin]

Baseball is not a new sport. It is over a hundred years old. It was discontinued for no reason. It was the only other sport that generated some revenue.

[paladinfan12]

Baseball is not a new sport. It is over a hundred years old. It was discontinued for no reason. It was the only other sport that generated some revenue.

When I was there the soccer team had a lot more fans than baseball. I would think they generate a fair amount of revenue as well.

[Flagman]

I’m sure most you missed it, but there was baseball at Latham stadium yesterday. Hampton Park vs Mitchell Rd middle school baseball.

[FUBeAR]

Dang SoCon Baseball sure is fun!!!

[apaladin]

Another reason we need baseball: If little old Campbell currentky ranked 15th in the nation can do it, why can’t Furman?

[Roundball]

Another reason we need baseball: If little old Campbell currentky ranked 15th in the nation can do it, why can’t Furman?

Your post got me to look up some info on Campbell. I thought they were about the size of Furman, but they have a big graduate degree program and also a very good Divinity School. I did not realize they have almost 6,000 students. Somehow, I missed that they will be joining the CAA in 2023. The CAA has already announced the starting times and dates for the upcoming football season. The SoCon needs a commissioner like the CAA, one that hustles and gets things done.

[apaladin]

Campbell has 3,696 undergraduates and is in the middle of nowhere.

[paladinfan12]

Big campaign announcement at the end of the week. Do we think baseball might be mentioned?

[Affirm]

Campbell has 3,696 undergraduates and is in the middle of nowhere.

Lillington, Fuquay-Varina, and Dunn are all nearby. Raleigh, Durham, Fayetteville, and Chapel Hill are all within an hour. Not middle of nowhere.