Places to watch M games outside Ann Arbor - Google Docs Idea
I posted this in response to bkblue's recent diary, and I thought it warranted its own board post.
Considering that there are at least a half dozen "Where can I watch the Michigan game in *enter location*?" posts a week, I wonder if it would be useful for someone to create a Google docs with a list of locations where people have had success getting M games on tv. For instance, it could include the location of the bar, ease of getting the game available, and some sort of overall M-fan-friendliness rating. It could be similar to the ticket sales post on the board, where anyone with an MGoAccount can add to it.
Any thoughts?
September 28th, 2009 at 11:35 AM ^
Nice idea. Not sure about logistics since I have not used Google Docs (or the like) to share files except via e-mail. Would have to look into it more, but maybe an idea for someone with a bit more knowledge.
September 28th, 2009 at 11:36 AM ^
I am basically asking that someone with more knowledge on these types of things to help me out with that. I think the idea has some potential though.
September 28th, 2009 at 11:35 AM ^
Is a phenomenal idea.
September 28th, 2009 at 11:37 AM ^
I would love to see this and would definitely contribute. There are so many "hey, alumni bar in location. Where is it???" posts each week to justify this.
September 28th, 2009 at 11:41 AM ^
Yeah, the bar address would be good to know, maybe with a link to google maps.
I starting to think about how I could come up with an overall rating (stars seem most appropriate). What variables should go into the calculation? Should it be determined simply by the person that added it and calculated based on what that person enters, or should it be simply a user vote?
September 28th, 2009 at 11:39 AM ^
Considering the massive number of entries, as you said, I think there should be a link for all the people who haven't gone Sports Bar searching before for finding the game.
Although, to be honest, if you know where you're going to be a simple google search for Sports Bar or just going to BWW.com or Hooters.com or whatever and finding a close by one to where you'll be and calling them might just be the best idea. As I commented in another post I've never had a Sports Bar tell me "Your game sucks and isn't important so we're not going to put it on." Also, the noon EDT starting grid is full of crap games this week so it shouldn't be too hard to get a TV for the UM-MSU game.
September 28th, 2009 at 11:43 AM ^
I went to a place in Austin to try and catch the M vs. Eastern game, and I had to do a little bit of persuading to get it on. Some places can be reluctant if they think that it's taking away from some of the marquee games that would appease the masses. Of course, the bigger the game, the less this becomes a problem.
September 28th, 2009 at 11:57 AM ^
In a college town like Austin it might make it a little harder since they probably only wanted big 12 games on - A couple years ago I was down there and managed to get them to get the Michigan game on outside at some burger joint all my UT friends were clamoring about. It might, as you said, take a little prodding, especially in places like Austin, but I think as long as you get there a little early (this is a bonus since it's a noon start - no games before you) you can get that 27" in the corner all to yourself. Best of a bad situation and all that.
September 28th, 2009 at 1:21 PM ^
Plucker's South Lamar. That's the Michigan bar in Austin.
September 28th, 2009 at 2:11 PM ^
and there wasn't a single M fan in there but me. Perhaps I went to the wrong one.
EDIT: Upon google searching, I definitely went to the wrong one.
September 28th, 2009 at 12:17 PM ^
They go to Chotchkie's for the atmosphere and the attitude.
September 28th, 2009 at 11:42 AM ^
We at mustachesformichigan.com started compiling a list of alumni bars before the season started. If anyone is so inclined, feel free to email us your game-watch locations to [email protected] and we can keep the list mostly current.
That aforementioned list can be found here: http://www.mustachesformichigan.com/2009/08/8-days-to-go-location-locat…
September 28th, 2009 at 11:46 AM ^
But I wonder if it would be more user friendly if it was put into some sort of sortable database, with some value added stuff like rankings and such. Also, allowing users to add content would allow it to grow much faster.
September 28th, 2009 at 11:51 AM ^
I'll be saving it to a new file every few days to make sure that some douche doesn't delete it
http://spreadsheets.google.com/ccc?key=0AjnShb260ngodGNGbDRLZTdBeG9wekZ…
September 28th, 2009 at 11:57 AM ^
...but seriously some additional categories should be added, I'll do that if you don't mind.
EDIT: I'm locked out, not sure if anyone else is having the same problem.
September 28th, 2009 at 11:57 AM ^
Be up shortly
September 28th, 2009 at 12:00 PM ^
Jumped the gun and I just put in some. Feel free to delete them.
September 28th, 2009 at 11:51 AM ^
http://spreadsheets.google.com/ccc?key=0ApPYQs7qixDMdGRVZTZKTXpTeEhKZ0Z…
Anyone can view or edit it, so technically it could be ruined, ideas on how to fix this?
But it's up, spread the word.
September 28th, 2009 at 12:00 PM ^
I think the best way to fix the problem of general access would be to convince Brian (or an overachieving MGoUser with database experience) into creating a permanent database on the site somewhere, which is less likely to be ruined by a troll or something. Perhaps I should write him an email, or perhaps he can chime in here...
September 28th, 2009 at 12:12 PM ^
I love this idea. I live in Louisiana and would love to watch games with someone other than myself. New Orleans is at least an hour drive and I was wondering if anyone has been to Cooter Brown's? I might have an opportunity to get there this Saturday.
September 28th, 2009 at 12:15 PM ^
I'm gonna take mine down so that there is 1 solid master list.
If anyone can think of a reason to keep it up I'm game, but it doesn't seem to make any sense.
On second thought, maybe I should keep a copy so bouje doesn't go off like he did a month ago and hold the list hostage. :)
September 28th, 2009 at 12:21 PM ^
Anyone know a place in Breckenridge that will have on the game?
September 28th, 2009 at 12:28 PM ^
Great idea.
September 28th, 2009 at 12:41 PM ^
You can create your own set of maps in Google Maps (click "My Maps"). Find the bars, add to the map, and continue to save locations. The map can be made public and anyone should be able to contribute, or you can have a defined list of collaboraters.
September 28th, 2009 at 12:44 PM ^
I love the Google maps idea.
Also, does anyone know of a bar in NE PA (around Skytop, PA)? I'll be there this weekend and wanted to know if anyone has a recommended bar in that area. Thanks.
September 28th, 2009 at 1:19 PM ^
Do it. They're in every major city.