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June 22nd, 2011 at 5:45 PM
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MGoBoard Rules "written and unwritten" refresher

I am pretty new to MGoblog and the forum, and yesterday I committed a major "no - no" when I posted a link to a bleacher report. Well .... I won't be doing that again. Then again today I saw a comment that stated a lot of OT was lacking in many posts.

I thought it would be a good idea for everyone to post their "written and unwritten" rules to the use of the MGoBoard. I want to know what I should never do, and some of things that just irritate people when it's posted on the MGoBoard.

This way myself and other new users who may begin posting soon will know what to post and what not to post.

I guess i would like to know some web sources i.e. bleacherreport that should never be linked to or referenced. Also, when to use OT, and when not to use OT. And any other rules that would be good for a newbie to know and follow.

 

Thanks!

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June 22nd, 2011 at 5:48 PM
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I know most of this info is

I know most of this info is available via search, but it would be nice to consolidate it. Perhaps a newbie forum section describing the traditions of mgoblog, in case we have a "throwback jersey" incident after Brian becomes rich and famous and hires the ceo type to do his job.

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June 22nd, 2011 at 5:50 PM
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This may help:

http://mgoblog.com/mgoboard/mgoboard-faq

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June 22nd, 2011 at 5:59 PM
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Don't bash players, don't

Don't bash players, don't resort to name calling to refere to rival schools, use informative titles, don't bash ex-coaches, provide links, quote the reference if you have one..., don't post hoaxes, even if you didn't know those were hoaxes... also mlive, freep, Bleacher report are frowned upon, you can quote them, but be cautious

 

EDIT: also, don't copy and paste an article, you can provide the link and quote some parts, but don't paste the entire article

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June 22nd, 2011 at 6:30 PM
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I would emphasize that

I would emphasize that "players" in RioThaN's comment includes recruits.  You may not like a 16 year old because of the number of stars rivals bestowed on him, but many recruits read these boards.

Remain civil and you'll be fine.

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June 22nd, 2011 at 5:52 PM
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If someone is pitching

a no-hitter, do not talk about it as a no-hitter. Certainly do not open a new thread to point it out.

Also, no discussing which players specifically could leave the team.

Also, no pictures or animation in your signature at the bottom.

Also, if something is funny or sarcastic, don't get all pissed off and reply "NO YOU ARE WRONG AND HERE ARE THE REASONS YOU ARE WRONG!" It kills the collective buzz we have going for Michigan.

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June 22nd, 2011 at 5:56 PM
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No sexist, homophobic, or

No sexist, homophobic, or racist remarks.  Ever.   It's not a "p.c." thing, it's a "don't be an asshat" thing.

Even when "arguing," "debating" or correcting someone's facts and/or behavior, do it in a manner that a reasonable adult would do it and not a 12 year old or your drunkin' buddies.

And smile, always always smile.  

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June 22nd, 2011 at 6:01 PM
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12 yr old

At first I read that "not a 12 year old with your drunkin' buddies" and started laughing.

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June 22nd, 2011 at 6:19 PM
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12 year olds being assholes to your drunken buddies...

is not only acceptable, it's friggin' hilarious!

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June 22nd, 2011 at 5:55 PM
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I think the main thing is to

I think the main thing is to remember that recruits, parents, and players do actually read the blog. Just off the top of my head, I know we've had Jordan Diamond and Shawn Hunwick post before.

That doesn't mean we have to praise them every second. We can be critical, but the most important thing is to be respectful. We are representing Michigan in this blog, and we should be a good representation. That respect also goes for rivals, and do not use stupid nicknames like O$U or something like that. 

Also, know what 48 / 2(9+3) is.

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June 23rd, 2011 at 9:51 AM
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Wait, wha? When did Diamond

Wait, wha? When did Diamond or Hunwick post here?

And I can't back up more what you (and others) say about using stupid nicknames. Don't use them. It makes you look really dumb when you rib another fanbase for referring to us as Walverines or scUM, then turn around and use an equally immature nickname. Just show some class and you'll be fine.

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June 22nd, 2011 at 5:56 PM
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don't refer to anything from

don't refer to anything from freep.com

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June 22nd, 2011 at 5:56 PM
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First Rule

First Rule of MGoPoints...never talk about MGoPoints.

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June 22nd, 2011 at 6:00 PM
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EGD
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rules

(Also the second rule of mgopoints)

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June 22nd, 2011 at 6:08 PM
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What about "stud"

I'm pretty new here, but I thought I remember reading about not calling recruits/players studs.

I've seen this a lot this summer as the recruiting has gone quite well, and we are in on a ton of great talent.

As someone who has been here a while, please advise.

 

Edit: Can't spell

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June 23rd, 2011 at 11:00 AM
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See this: Official mgoblog

See this:

Official mgoblog Pet Peeve List (Circa 2005)

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June 22nd, 2011 at 5:57 PM
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Oh, and Brian brought up a good one

Don't post or say anything you wouldn't want you mother to read. Or more accurately, Brian's mother to read, because she does.

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June 22nd, 2011 at 6:09 PM
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or Mrs. Kass...

or Mrs. Kass...

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June 22nd, 2011 at 6:12 PM
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NSFW/H

NSFW/H

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June 22nd, 2011 at 9:33 PM
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Jabronis

NSFJ also no good

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June 22nd, 2011 at 8:04 PM
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Was that say anything

Or show anything?

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June 22nd, 2011 at 5:57 PM
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If you're going to link the

If you're going to link the Detroit Free Press, make it the printable version, so we don't give them more hits. There are also several writers that I wouldn't bother linking here...

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June 22nd, 2011 at 5:59 PM
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That doesn't work anymore

The print version has ads now.



More just post only in rare occasions, and summarize.



Which brings up don't post the whole content of an article/link, just a snippet.

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June 22nd, 2011 at 6:02 PM
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unless you want a cat pic waterfall

do not say anything bad about cat pics

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June 22nd, 2011 at 6:05 PM
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June 22nd, 2011 at 6:09 PM
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I can't believe we both

I can't believe we both picked the same one with a different caption. AT THE SAME TIME.

 

Edit: since you beat me by 2 minutes I'm picking a different one.

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June 22nd, 2011 at 6:10 PM
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June 22nd, 2011 at 9:50 PM
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posted from iPhone

The cats aren't funny anymore. Thought I'd just put that out there.

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June 23rd, 2011 at 9:56 AM
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June 22nd, 2011 at 6:13 PM
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ohh and don't complain about

ohh and don't complain about muppets either

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June 22nd, 2011 at 6:02 PM
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Well what you talk about

Well what you talk about depends on what you know. What have you here about ronald johnson lately?

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June 22nd, 2011 at 6:10 PM
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No politics

One rule that I often see violated by new posters who don't read the FAQs is the "no politics" rule.  I think this blog, and Michigan football in general, has a way of bringing together quite a diverse group of people and I think keeping politics out of the discussion is a big part of that. 

(Plus it makes my blood boil when someone posts something political that I disagree with, but I can't respond without breaking the rule myself, and then....)

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June 22nd, 2011 at 9:19 PM
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Sometimes...

I wish there was an exception to this rule, perhaps only because it was a term originated by Larry Foote.  Or at least he's the first one I ever heard use it.

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June 22nd, 2011 at 11:47 PM
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I am Ron Burgundy?

I am Ron Burgundy?

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June 22nd, 2011 at 6:11 PM
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Rule #1

No politics. Ever. Ever ever.

Ever.

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June 22nd, 2011 at 6:52 PM
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Furthermore,

If you find yourself typing something to the effect of "I'm not trying to sound political, but..." then you should probably just avoid posting your comment altogether. 

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June 22nd, 2011 at 9:08 PM
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I'm not trying to sound political, but...

I'm not trying to sound political, but... I like waffles

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June 22nd, 2011 at 9:12 PM
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I'm not trying to sound

I'm not trying to sound political, but obviously you're a socialist/fascist. Real 'murricans like omelets, but obviously you're blinded by your love/hate of Obama.

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June 23rd, 2011 at 7:45 AM
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Who can blame you?  

Who can blame you?

 

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June 22nd, 2011 at 6:12 PM
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If it's any consolation...

...I learned about Bleacher Report's lack of esteem here the same way you did.  IIRC, though, my "learning experience" wasn't done in as friendly a manner as I tried to do for you.  

My experience has been that if you remember you are in a public forum talking about kids, most of whom aren't even 21 yet but are busting their asses for the Maize and Blue, and that calling any of them out personally usually isn't the least bit cool, you will be fine.  

Two huge no-no's that newbies might not figure out on their own:

A feminine diminuitive concerning Sparty that has gotten one or two people 1,000,000-point negbangs by the mods.

Use of "$" concerning OSU, MSU, or USC.

I hope you enjoy it here.

 

 

 

 

 

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June 22nd, 2011 at 6:14 PM
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You're doing well at this,

You're doing well at this, but uninformative thread titles are the bane of my existence.

Also grammar/spelling will get you killed 'round these parts.

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June 22nd, 2011 at 6:29 PM
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Hey, we have nothing against

Hey, we have nothing against grammar and spelling!

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June 22nd, 2011 at 6:54 PM
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Yeah

Phil, I think you should add POOR SYNTAX.

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June 22nd, 2011 at 7:04 PM
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Whatever, I say what I want.

Whatever, I say what I want.

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June 22nd, 2011 at 6:15 PM
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No moar Rich Rod threads

No moar Rich Rod threads please. I think that should go down as an unwritten rule.

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June 22nd, 2011 at 6:26 PM
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Rich Rod threads

I am with you, but I think the rule needs to be more specific.  For instance, threads such as "Was firing RR the right decision?" or the dreaded "Was Rich Rod's lack of success at Michigan entirely his own doing or did Lloyd leave the cupboard bare" should be prohibited entirely.  But questions like "Where do you think RR will end up in 2012" or stuff like that might be okay.

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June 22nd, 2011 at 6:31 PM
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All RR threads end in

All RR threads end in disaster. It can't be helped. Even me just typing RR will end badly. Actually when you type RR, your phone rings and someone says creepily "You have 7 days."

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June 22nd, 2011 at 6:32 PM
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All RR threads end in

All RR threads end in disaster. It can't be helped. Even me just typing RR will end badly. Actually when you type RR, your phone rings and someone says creepily "You have 7 days."

Edit: See what I mean? My first ever double post

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June 22nd, 2011 at 6:42 PM
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RR threads

Yeah, I guess you're right. 

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June 22nd, 2011 at 7:34 PM
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bummer

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June 22nd, 2011 at 9:33 PM
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Hey, don't you think Casper

Hey, don't you think Casper looks like the ghost of Richie Rich?

/bartsimpson

 

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June 22nd, 2011 at 6:36 PM
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I don't think that is bad per

I don't think that is bad per se, but it have been discussed so many times already that nobody has the energy to keep on commenting, also, I guess there's nothing left to be said... If the topic (even involving RR) is new, i don't have a problem with it, once Hoke starts winning it'll be less tiresome to talk about it I'd say

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June 23rd, 2011 at 11:46 AM
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I remember visiting Rich

I remember visiting Rich Rod's house right after he took over the program.  I was going to cook him dinner and man he didn't have anything in that cupboard.  Lloyd Carr even took that bottle of ketchup that had been sitting there for 10 years.

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June 22nd, 2011 at 6:20 PM
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ntl002
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Or anything remotely

Or anything remotely resembling a RR thread, as I recently discovered.

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June 22nd, 2011 at 6:23 PM
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Never say anything nice about

Never say anything nice about tsio...... but refrain from using too harsh of language

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June 23rd, 2011 at 10:00 AM
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...says the dude/chick who's

...says the dude/chick who's been a member for 2 weeks.

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June 22nd, 2011 at 6:24 PM
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one other unwritten rule...

No trolling other boards. Reading 11 Warriors/Bucknuts/RCMB/BHGP for schadenfreude purposes is okay, but posting jackass-ish stuff on their boards makes us all look bad.

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June 23rd, 2011 at 12:32 AM
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Other boards

Also, if you are scanning other teams' message boards, it is much better to (1) find the most hilariously douchey comments, (2) copy them, and (3) post them on a new thread here with an intro like "look how douchey the people on 11 Warriors/Bucknuts/RCMB/BHGP are being today!" so that we can all enjoy it.

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June 22nd, 2011 at 6:27 PM
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Don't take yourself too

Don't take yourself too seriously and remember, IT'S JUST AN INTERNET MESSAGE BOARD WE'RE TALKING ABOUT. Sheesh.

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June 22nd, 2011 at 7:36 PM
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Mr Mackey
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No.. this is MGoBlog. Not

No.. this is MGoBlog. Not just some internet message board. It's a deity in the shape of a blog.

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June 22nd, 2011 at 6:28 PM
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wresler120
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Great input

It's great to read all of these comments. This will go a long way, and I am excited to interact with everyone on here, especially as the football season draws closer.

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June 22nd, 2011 at 6:34 PM
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If you're going to earn a

If you're going to earn a banhammer, do it in one fell swoop.  Nickle-and-dime ad hominems over the course of a couple weeks are annoying; k06em01 blaze-outs are the way to go.

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June 22nd, 2011 at 9:55 PM
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AFMich
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I went back and read some of his stuff.....Wow

On which thread did he finally flame-out? Was it the argument with Magnus, the basketball line up or another thread I didn't find?

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June 22nd, 2011 at 10:53 PM
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k06em01 was odd and bit

k06em01 was odd and bit abrasive, but always relatively cordial until this thread, which was his fulcrum into the dark side:

http://mgoblog.com/mgoboard/how-much-would-you-love-see

I seem to recall an official blowout within a day or two afterward that ultimately caused the ban hammer to drop, but could not immediately locate it.  It would have been circa December 3, 2009.

A couple of days later he gave an epic sendoff from what many believe to be one of his many alternate accounts that he used primarily to upvote himself:

http://mgoblog.com/mgoboard/mgoblog

BONUS:  Random, pre-meltdown thread for flavor.  In it, user "Charlie Fupa" posts what is for some reason my all-time favorite MGoBlog comment (see third comment posted):

http://mgoblog.com/mgoboard/i-could-not-be-more-excited-about-future-program

 

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June 23rd, 2011 at 12:20 AM
(Reply to #74) #65
AFMich
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Awesome

This should be on the MGoBlog required reading list.

Thanks for digging all that up for me. Much obliged.

Edit: What was really interesting on that stroll down MGoBlog memory lane was that Dark Blue wasn't sardonic and trolling.

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June 22nd, 2011 at 6:39 PM
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Check like 5 times and 6 different ways before you post

a new thread. And remember, by the time you've done that, somebody has already posted what you were going to post anyway.

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June 22nd, 2011 at 6:55 PM
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One more thing. I hate SIAP

One more thing. I hate SIAP before any thread title. Double posting really isn't that big of a deal but if you don't want to hit the search button, then you live with the ball busting that will ensue if the topic is still on the first page. SIAP will not save your ass.

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June 22nd, 2011 at 8:26 PM
(Reply to #47) #68
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Exactly. See my signature for

Exactly. See my signature for further questions.

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June 22nd, 2011 at 11:39 PM
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I disagree, and here's why:

I disagree, and here's why: There is the possibility that a thread veered off-topic, and/or morphed into something, wherein a commentor may have posted a link to something or referenced something that wouldn't show up when you do a search. Hence, when I post something new (which is usually rare), if it's more than a day old, I'll do a search, but still will be concerned that the scenario outlined above may have taken place, unbeknownst to me. Hence, I will say "SIAP," because I AM truly sorry. You can expect people to search; you can't expect them to read every comment in every thread, though for some reason, I still feel anticipatory guilt if I somehow missed something that was posted in the comments of a section...like I should have been paying more attention or something. I know, I know- this is really odd of me. Just humor my "SIAP" if I use it in the future.

My name's 03 Blue 07, and I am an MGoBlogaholic. Apparently. Or just neurotic. Probably both.

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June 23rd, 2011 at 12:47 PM
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1. If it's over a day old and

1. If it's over a day old and it's vaguely related to Michigan (especially Football), it's already been posted.

2. No one cares if you give something it's own thread if it's buried in another thread where no one would see it or think to look for it. If they do, they are assholes. There is no reason to be sorry for that.

If it's already been posted, you'll get a few negs before it gets taken down. If it was a stupid title on the other post, that won't go against you. If it's buried in an irrelevant thread, that won't go against you either. SIAP is an admission that there is a chance that it's already been posted, which means that you don't feel you searched hard enough. So, I will neg someone if it's an obvious mistake, or if they use SIAP because it doesn't appear that they did enough to prevent a duplicate even in their own eyes.

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June 22nd, 2011 at 7:00 PM
#71
Coldwater
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posted from iPhone

Leave your weak-ass posts for MLive. Only post your best shit here.

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June 22nd, 2011 at 7:05 PM
#72
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1. When you start a thread,

1. When you start a thread, have a point....it makes it so much more interesting for the reader!

2. If you see an OT thread about something you don't like (basketball, rap music, etc) then just don't fucking click it. We don't care if you think rap music is "crap" music or if basketball hasn't been good since Jordan retired.

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June 22nd, 2011 at 8:23 PM
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Right on with #2.  I've never

Right on with #2.  I've never really been able to figure out the view from some around here that the the MGoBoard space is as sacred as Moses' tablets or something.  If you have something fresh that people on here will enjoy discussing, post it.  I'd much rather ignore a couple of threads that don't appeal to me than see fun, informative, or thought-provoking topics die before they're born.

It's the offseason.  Post stuff.

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June 23rd, 2011 at 12:05 AM
(Reply to #60) #74
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Differing point of view

I'm not against all OT posts, but Mgoblog went through a period last offseason where there wasn't

  1. Massive OSU implosion
  2. Delicious rivalry schadenfreude
  3. Hokemania/Commitment parties

It got to the point where the entire front page of the Mgoboard was nothing but OT, which would tend to push the few and far between Actual Michigan Football related news out of sight fairly quickly, leading to repeat posts, etc.

I think the low point was, to phrase this in a nice way, a post on a user's dog's medical issues.

I mean, if you need to get people's opinions on OT type stuff, there's always the Rivals and Scout boards, or the RCMB.

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June 22nd, 2011 at 7:07 PM
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double post, just for irony

double post, just for irony sake

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June 22nd, 2011 at 7:45 PM
#76
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Er I am scared to post this

Er I am scared to post this as it's such a noob question and am sure it's a ridiculously easy solution I was too dumb to figure out and I don't want to get growled at......but when I am posting a link to something how do I change it to words rather than the URL?

And so as the whole of my message is not too OT, I will say that I have learned on here to when in doubt be supportive of a recruit even if they are not choosing Michigan and when you are referring to something in a thread on page 3 that was earlier go back to that person's post and reply to them rather than add a new comment.

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June 22nd, 2011 at 7:51 PM
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justingoblue
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No worries.

It's not a noob question, I was here for months before I learned how to do that or embed video.

  1. Copy the URL
  2. Highlight the text you want to hyperlink.
  3. Click the globe up by the number or bullet list in the text box.
  4. Paste URL
  5. Hit OK.
  6. ?
  7. Profit.
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June 22nd, 2011 at 8:12 PM
#78
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If you think you may be too

If you think you may be too drunk to post: you're too drunk to post.

 

Oh, and google National Lampoon before going all animal rights activist on me.

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June 23rd, 2011 at 12:46 AM
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EGD
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Good lesson

My mgopoints total used to be in the 4 digits.  Then I broke that rule....

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June 23rd, 2011 at 11:49 AM
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That poor dog...why are you

That poor dog...why are you holding a gun to his head?  I suppose you want me to read your post or something or you will shoot him...Sheesh.

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June 22nd, 2011 at 8:26 PM
#81
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Never double post

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June 22nd, 2011 at 8:26 PM
#82
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Never double post

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June 22nd, 2011 at 10:45 PM
(Reply to #72) #83
DutchWolverine
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Congrats

Congrats on your first posted comment.   You never forget your first time!

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June 22nd, 2011 at 11:01 PM
#84
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A couple of things and a couple of more things.

1). If you're posting pictures, please make sure that they are small enough as so not to spill over into the sidebars, making navigation impossible.

2). Please post like we know your real name and where you live.  If you say it, own it and own up to it.

3). If you're using a signature, please try to make sure it's one of the smaller, more dignified ones.

4). Please try to make use of an avatar that is distinctive, safe for work, and memorable.  Some of us work visually when reading a thread.

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June 22nd, 2011 at 11:40 PM
#85
gajensen
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Don't create a thread about 3

Don't create a thread about 3 star Sparty commits.

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June 22nd, 2011 at 11:57 PM
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Sell...

Your tickets to the Notre Dame game for face value and you can do no harm.

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June 23rd, 2011 at 12:48 AM
#87
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Saying "no homo" raises more question marks than making your statement. Be secure yo.

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June 23rd, 2011 at 1:05 AM
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gajensen
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Hey, ur dick looks nice

Hai, ur dick looks nice 2day.

(NO HOMO)

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June 23rd, 2011 at 1:07 AM
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Off the top of my

Off the top of my head:

  1. For all intensive purposes, don't be a premadonna looser.
  2. Don't be Bougie.
  3. Don't think Clevermichiganretort is a gay dude (NTTAWWT).
  4. Don't make an emo whine post.
  5. THE KNOWLEDGE is funny. Just submit. Resistance is futile.
  6. Don't post a list of inside MGoBlog references that demonstrates that you have spent way too much time on MGoBlog.
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June 23rd, 2011 at 1:14 AM
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gajensen
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Gotta do this: intents and

Gotta do this:
intents and purposes*
prima donna*

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June 23rd, 2011 at 1:21 AM
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gajensen
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Unless it's an unwritten rule

Unless it's an unwritten rule to not correct others' writing.

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June 23rd, 2011 at 1:21 AM
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...or respond to your own

...or respond to your own post...

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June 23rd, 2011 at 9:28 AM
(Reply to #90) #93
El Jeffe
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It is not an unwritten rule

It is not an unwritten rule that you should not correct others' writing. That's what grammar National Socialists are for. There is disagreement on the board as to the role of language corrections, but it is not a rule AFAIK.

It is not, to the best of my knowledge, an unwritten rule that you should not respond to your own posts.

It is not an unwritten rule not to get jokes related to the phrases or words "intensive purposes," "premadonna," or "looser." However, not getting those jokes demonstrates your relative newcomer status or that you are a light user of MGoBlog, which, implied in #6 in my post, is not necessarily a bad thing.

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June 23rd, 2011 at 10:54 AM
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That's

That's CleverMichiganReference to you, boss.

And don't tell the n00bs, I want to see how long it takes them to figure out!

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June 23rd, 2011 at 12:39 PM
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El Jeffe
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Whoops. Lo siento. I'm not

Whoops. Lo siento. I'm not sure where I got "retort" from. I mean, I can't see after the "r" in reference, but I'm not sure why I picked "retort."

Man, you just can't catch a break on here.

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June 23rd, 2011 at 1:28 PM
(Reply to #101) #96
CleverMichiganR...
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#Iseewhatyoudidthere

#Iseewhatyoudidthere

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June 23rd, 2011 at 12:15 PM
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Only Brian is allowed to make em0 whine posts.

See: Posting "We are ND" in response to the hiring of Brady Hoke, and two epic front-page meltdowns over the night game jerseys.

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June 23rd, 2011 at 12:41 PM
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El Jeffe
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In fairness, he's right about

In fairness, he's right about the jerseys. They are objectively fucking hideous. Plus, when they're followed by the trial balloon of an undergrad in a Wolverine suit, he has reason to whine.

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