I thought I would create this thread to discuss the XFL coming here. If it isn't a flop again, I could see this going somewhere. While it will never be as popular as the NFL, we could use this as a way to stick to Stan and the Rams (Stick it means fan support and how well we do as a team). We will have to wait till opening day in 2020 to determine whether we stick it the NFL or see the XFL flop as a whole and leave St. Louis in the dark again.
Doubt it does well. If your problem with NFL is politics, then XFL is even more political. Football is a bad sport any way and I don't think the City should be encouraging it at all. Glad they will be paying taxes at the very least.
I don't see it lasting more than a few years, but I will enjoy it while it lasts. It gives me and others something to do for a few days a year. As long as it last until the MLS gets here it will be a nice bridge.
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I actually heard they are trying to pit against the NFL by making these super family friendly games as opposed to the previous attempt of XFL. Will be interesting to see how it goes considering.
I think this will be interesting and will do better than most people think since it will be from February to early May (if we get into the semi-finals and final). They have a website up and everything. Also to note, Kitty Ratcliffe spoke on behalf of St. Louis at the press conference today.
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Has anybody seen details on the structure of this league? Are all the teams owned by the league and all salaries determined by the league? Will it be a huge shock when the two teams in the final the first season are the two with the best attendance/viewership numbers?
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Anyone know what the anticipated attendance will be?
I would guess 20-30K. That means the Dome will be half full. I wonder if the Dome would consider covering the upper deck seating. The place will look very empty otherwise, unless they only sell the lower bowl. The LA team is playing where the Chargers play (Stub Hub Center-Capacity 30K)
I would guess 20-30K. That means the Dome will be half full. I wonder if the Dome would consider covering the upper deck seating. The place will look very empty otherwise, unless they only sell the lower bowl. The LA team is playing where the Chargers play (Stub Hub Center-Capacity 30K)
I would guess you are about right. 30K would be good. Only have people in the lower bowl.DogtownBnR wrote: ↑Dec 05, 2018Anyone know what the anticipated attendance will be?
I would guess 20-30K. That means the Dome will be half full. I wonder if the Dome would consider covering the upper deck seating. The place will look very empty otherwise, unless they only sell the lower bowl. The LA team is playing where the Chargers play (Stub Hub Center-Capacity 30K)
League owns all the teams. The salary pool is the same for all teams. They can pay different positions differently but they all have the same total money. Each team will have its own GM though so it will be run independently from the others, but the league still owns all of it.Black02AltimaSE wrote: Has anybody seen details on the structure of this league? Are all the teams owned by the league and all salaries determined by the league? Will it be a huge shock when the two teams in the final the first season are the two with the best attendance/viewership numbers?
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Interesting that STL is the only non-NFL market in the league, as well as the only domed stadium.
4 NFL stadiums(60k+), 2 Soccer-Specific(<20k), 1 Baseball (50k) & 1 College football (40K) - interesting mix
4 NFL stadiums(60k+), 2 Soccer-Specific(<20k), 1 Baseball (50k) & 1 College football (40K) - interesting mix
For fun?
It's slightly cringeworthy, but still, if there's no public investment in it aside from people who choose to attend, why not?
It's slightly cringeworthy, but still, if there's no public investment in it aside from people who choose to attend, why not?
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It looks like STL will be home to 2 Football teams:
"The league did not say when it would begin play, though it did say the first 10 teams would be the San Diego Warriors, Oklahoma City Power, Portland Progress, Texas Revolution, Ohio Players, Florida Strong, Birmingham Kings, St. Louis Independence, Connecticut Underground and Oakland Panthers."
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"The league did not say when it would begin play, though it did say the first 10 teams would be the San Diego Warriors, Oklahoma City Power, Portland Progress, Texas Revolution, Ohio Players, Florida Strong, Birmingham Kings, St. Louis Independence, Connecticut Underground and Oakland Panthers."
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^Shadrach, You're trying to make me actually like this thing! If you can promise serious head injuries won't be a part of the game I might actually be down with this. I really like your uniform concept.
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XFL names former NFL player as St. Louis head coach. Here's what’s next for the startup league.
A few other details are also discussed, including why the XFL thinks it will succeed where other recent start-up leagues have failed, TV and branding sponsorships, and where the team will practice. Naming and branding information for the teams will apparently be released fairly soon, as will the selection of the team's president.
ArticleThe XFL, the startup football league founded by World Wrestling Entertainment Inc. CEO and Chairman Vince McMahon, said Thursday that former NFL assistant coach Jonathan Hayes will be head coach of the league’s St. Louis team.
A few other details are also discussed, including why the XFL thinks it will succeed where other recent start-up leagues have failed, TV and branding sponsorships, and where the team will practice. Naming and branding information for the teams will apparently be released fairly soon, as will the selection of the team's president.
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This begins to sound genuinely interesting and fairly well thought out. (Just so long as they use Shadrach's uniform. That thing really is inspired.)
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^ It really is a nice concept uniform, isn't it? Shame they'll likely come up with something much more drab and uninspiring IRL.
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^It's the XFL. My fear wouldn't be drab uniforms, it would be hideously garish ones.
thanks guys! And probably hideously garish enough. Actually, I think it would work better for MLS.Trololzilla wrote: ^ It really is a nice concept uniform, isn't it? Shame they'll likely come up with something much more drab and uninspiring IRL.
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^Long as somebody uses it. If not, we're going to have to start our own team. But what can we all play? 
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XFL Names STL Team President
The XFL, the startup football league founded by World Wrestling Entertainment Inc. CEO and Chairman Vince McMahon, said Tuesday that St. Louis native Kurt Hunzeker will be president of the league’s St. Louis team.
Hunzeker, a University of Missouri graduate, most recently was vice president of marketing strategy and research for Minor League Baseball (MiLB). He took the role with MiLB in 2015, and before that was senior director of brand marketing at St. Louis-based Rawlings.
The XFL said in a release that Hunzeker will oversee the St. Louis team’s fan engagement and business operations, including ticket sales, corporate partnerships, marketing, content, communications, community relations and game day experience. Hunzeker lives in Tampa, Florida, but has plans to relocate to St. Louis. His appointment follows the XFL’s announcement in April that former NFL assistant coach Jonathan Hayes will be head coach and general manager of the league’s St. Louis team.
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Tweet from Kurt Hunzeker, President of XFL St. Louis
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What's better than Happy Hour with friends? The first-ever "XFL STL Happy Hour+" with other football-loving friends! Plan on having some fun Tuesday 8/20; details to come.
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What's better than Happy Hour with friends? The first-ever "XFL STL Happy Hour+" with other football-loving friends! Plan on having some fun Tuesday 8/20; details to come.
#XFLSTLbornandraised
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Last week we saw both XFL Houston and XFL Los Angeles hold Q&A’s, this week we’re learning that St. Louis will be holding an event of their own. Today via XFL St. Louis Team President, Kurt Hunzeker’s Twitter we found out the date, time and location of the upcoming fan interaction event.
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Last week we saw both XFL Houston and XFL Los Angeles hold Q&A’s, this week we’re learning that St. Louis will be holding an event of their own. Today via XFL St. Louis Team President, Kurt Hunzeker’s Twitter we found out the date, time and location of the upcoming fan interaction event.
We’ve attended both Q&A’s in Houston and we encourage all fans to attend. This is your chance to ask any league related questions and get the answers right from the executives. If you’re in St. Louis make sure to mark August 20th on your calendar and head to Bar Louis (1650 Beale St. St. Charles, MO 63303) between 5:30-7pm.Kurt Hunzeker@khunzeker
As promised...Bring your questions and ideas to Bar Louie at the Streets of St. Charles next Tuesday 8/20 from 5:30pm-7pm. To help w/ headcount, chime in below on if you will be attending. I only promise that this will be a fun discussion!
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