Ok, I don't have a problem (much of one, at least) with the band
discontinuing this tune. The reasons Wright gives are quite valid, and if I
were in his position, I'd probably do the same thing. They DO have to set a
certain example as "representatives of the university" and the band is there
for all of the fans, not just those in sections 8 & 9.
 
BUT, I do take umbrage to the statements that the phenomenon of the fans
ending the chant with F#$@ em up, F#$@, BC Sucks is a relatively new thing.
I started following Terrier hockey faithfully during the '92-'93 season, the
year before my freshman year at BU. And for as long as I can remember, the
song/chant has been the same.
 
So, what I'm trying to say is, quit doing the song, give your valid reasons,
but don't try to hide behind the fact that the ensuing chant is a "new"
occurance. The fact is -- it seems to me, at least -- nobody thought
anything of it in the past, and now all of a sudden they get a few
complaints from some sensitive fans, and they need to scramble and cover
their behinds for not having taken action on the situation of their own
accord.
 
Sorry for the rant, but I needed to get that off my chest.
 
Thank you.
 
Go BU!!!
 
----- Original Message -----
From: greenie <[log in to unmask]>
To: <[log in to unmask]>
Sent: Monday, February 14, 2000 3:08 PM
Subject: alumni vs students
 
 
> Seems that one of the great chants from the students in Walter Brown has
> since been stifled thanks to alumni complaints (not mine).
>
> The "eat 'em up" chant is no more... at least not initiated by the band.
> Hopefully the Secion 8 folks will continue the tradition regardless.
>
> Granted, this chant did include profanity, so I can't say I'm surprised
> over the decision. Still, it's a shame that the local alumni (and as
> suggested, some fans not even connected with the school) are trying to
> dictate the behavior of the students.
>
> Full article (with some amusing details) at:
>
> http://www.dailyfreepress.com/frontpage/0214001.cfm
>
>
>
> greenie
> S P O O N  ! !
> (go BU)
>
> HOCKEY-L is for discussion of college ice hockey;  send information to
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