2 weeks Ago
From the end of one play to the beginning of the next play, music is blasted throughout Memorial Stadium. As such, the stadium announcer cannot be heard, prompting fans to look at the scoreboard after every play. I’m sure the coaches also have a difficult time communicating with each other, as well as to the players themselves.
The music also eliminates the opportunity for fans to talk to one another — whether discussing the game, the team, the weather or simply catching up with one another. While I realize music can complement the play on the field and the fan experience, I would hope that music could be limited to team timeouts, media timeouts, change of possession and end of quarters. Part of the charm of a Husker game is the sense of community that is created by the fans themselves.
And without the planned silence, there is less chance of fans spontaneously starting a GBR cheer. Sometimes, and I believe this is one of those times — less is more. People are also reading.
.. Jerry Croxdale, Lincoln Catch the latest in Opinion Get opinion pieces, letters and editorials sent directly to your inbox weekly!.
