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(09-16-2021 09:31 AM)monarx Wrote:  

(09-15-2021 10:36 AM)Monarchblue Wrote:  

(09-13-2021 08:09 PM)odu757vb Wrote:  I don’t know how we can encourage or incentivize or expect people to buy season tickets or donate when we are literally selling tickets half priced ($12) and fans are suggesting we give tickets away for free because we have trouble filling a 20K seat stadium.

Also, I agree that the concession stand wait time is an absolute joke and the lack of concessions and restrooms in the upper concourse is a huge letdown. The trade off for a small stadium was supposed to be nicer facilities and unique amenities.

I see it a bit differently. While we have excess inventory, we should use that inventory to engage new potential fans, and those who have spent their money and time supporting ODU Football should be happy that the program is trying to expand its tent in Hampton Roads. ODU cannot depend on the same ageing fanbase to support its athletic programs forever, and there are not enough of them to fill stadiums. Lets look at those empty seats as opportunities to engage new fans by making it as easy and enticing as possible to get them in the door.

Something I learned a long time ago when I was managing bars was that when we focused entirely on pleasing the people who were in the seats everyday we never grew. When we focused on the empty seats and how we could fill them, we grew our business.

Do value added benefits for season ticket holders. Things like the Heinike jersey are good ideas. Car magnets, Tshirts etc. If we are going to do white outs and blue outs etc, maybe season ticket holders get a white shirt and a blue shirt with their order or something. How about 10% off concessions? Maybe a special "meet the team" event for season ticket holders only. Then when you lower the prices for the average joe to sell the cheap seats, the loyal season ticket folks dont feel slighted.

This! I am ticked that I am paying full freight for my tix and any Joe can get the seat behind me for a fraction of what I paid, and I get nothing for my seat other than a seat with not cup holder and a thank you email.

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