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Silock, you're mostly right on this. It's pathetic. But, season ticket holders often don't make the drive for lower-level opponents. It's a much easier trip from KC to Lawrence than it is from KC or StL to Columbia, especially if you're playing Kennessaw State. I wouldn't argue with you, though, if you thought those people were kinda crappy fans, because if I had season tickets, I'd show up or at least ensure those seats were filled each game.
Also, consider that Mizzou basketball fans-- or at least myself and many I know-- are a fanbase that are just waiting for the other shoe to drop, so to speak. We had a great thing going, then Quin ****ed it up. Our 2012 class was going to be STELLAR, but the recruits saw CMA as a liar well before the rest of the fanbase caught on. Frank Haith was the definition of an underwhelming hire. We've got something good going, and the seats will fill- they always do- but, much like Royals fans, I give the "fairweather fan" bit a break, as they've earned the right to be reluctant.
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