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Chris Peters stepping back in PBA ownership
« on: March 11, 2010, 08:42:04 AM »
Wow.

http://host.madison.com/sports/recreation/bowling/article_fd089cd0-2d65-11df-b356-001cc4c03286.html


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Re: Chris Peters stepping back in PBA ownership
« Reply #1 on: March 11, 2010, 05:31:13 PM »
I thought things looked bleak when they shrunk first place from $40K to $25K. It's downright embarassing now, but how can there be a PBA if 1st place is less than $25K?

In my opinion, "exempt status" has run its course and has proven to be less than a fan-enthusiastic concept. In fact, I believe it has hurt the tour, but that's just me.

The current economic depression is not what's killing the PBA. It's just helping to dig the grave.
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Re: Chris Peters stepping back in PBA ownership
« Reply #2 on: March 11, 2010, 06:19:33 PM »
Might be best to revisit this in 3-4 months. Pieces of encouraging news has come out in the last couple of months regarding the general overall state of the economy going forward, with what has been a pretty dry drip starting to look a little bit more like a steady trickle.

The thing that is killing the health of the tour itself from a paycheck standpoint right now is the ESPN deal. I think the PBA doesn't realize that it is in a position of strength with that deal (given the circumstances of television today, and the PBA's  head-to-head slot against the NFL, the numbers are pretty good). They can and should renegotiate it, or take it to another network, even one of the niche networks.

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Re: Chris Peters stepping back in PBA ownership
« Reply #3 on: March 12, 2010, 11:03:07 AM »
Yeah, personally the first thing they need is to get better represenation. How do they expect to negotiate a deal if they always go in as if they are in the position of weakness.
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Re: Chris Peters stepping back in PBA ownership
« Reply #4 on: March 12, 2010, 11:20:52 AM »
Take it to Versus and run shows on Saturdays!  Versus has actually done a decent job with the NHL and I think they could be a nice change for the PBA.
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Re: Chris Peters stepping back in PBA ownership
« Reply #5 on: March 12, 2010, 11:46:52 AM »
I liked the old step ladder format and the old King of the hill.

Go back to having the tournaments open to all pros.

and then branch out from there.
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Re: Chris Peters stepping back in PBA ownership
« Reply #6 on: March 12, 2010, 12:06:03 PM »
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Take it to Versus and run shows on Saturdays!  Versus has actually done a decent job with the NHL and I think they could be a nice change for the PBA.


While a good thought, This would not allow anyone who has DirecTV (Including myself ) to watch the PBA...Apparently Comcast and Directv cant agree on whats a fair price for the rights to broadcast the network.  So no hockey for me except for the few games i can catch on the NHL network and NBC.
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Re: Chris Peters stepping back in PBA ownership
« Reply #7 on: March 12, 2010, 12:19:24 PM »
Britton - side topic but I thought I would ask you. Besides the no Versus deal, how is directv? Any major issues? I am heavily considering dumping my local cable station cause their HD package sucks and most of the channels I pay extra for freeze up and get to the point where it's unwatchable. Thanks.
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Re: Chris Peters stepping back in PBA ownership
« Reply #8 on: March 12, 2010, 12:41:12 PM »
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Britton - side topic but I thought I would ask you. Besides the no Versus deal, how is directv? Any major issues? I am heavily considering dumping my local cable station cause their HD package sucks and most of the channels I pay extra for freeze up and get to the point where it's unwatchable. Thanks.


I love it, i have been a subscriber since i had my first place on my own, so about 4-5 years now.  Their customer service is good, and last time i checked dollar for dollar and channel for channel they kicked Comcasts (My local cable company) butt price wise.  Lots of HD channels too, which is just about all i watch anymore...My ONLY gripe is the occasional loss of service during a thunderstorm. Doesnt always happen but if the wind and rain is bad enough it will cut out.

If you do decide to go with them, keep me in mind for the refer a friend deal...we can each get $100 credit on our bills if you sign up with my account number on top of their best offer

Now back to your regularly scheduled "Future of the PBA..." thread
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Re: Chris Peters stepping back in PBA ownership
« Reply #9 on: March 12, 2010, 12:45:52 PM »
I am in the same boat with Versus but reliable sources are saying it will be back on DirecTV on March 22nd.

If you go on www.dbstalk.com you can follow what is going on with a lot of DirecTV things.
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Re: Chris Peters stepping back in PBA ownership
« Reply #10 on: March 12, 2010, 12:53:12 PM »
Like everyone else in America, hope they can ride the wave until the economy gets better...  The mainstream media keeps saying it is, but I'm not seeing it yet...  I really enjoy watching the PBA.  The Woodfield Mall in Schaumburg, IL had their rest area TVs tuned into last weeks match... I told the ladies to go shop, I'll wait here & rest the dogs a bit, LoL!!
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Re: Chris Peters stepping back in PBA ownership
« Reply #11 on: March 12, 2010, 01:01:15 PM »
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I am in the same boat with Versus but reliable sources are saying it will be back on DirecTV on March 22nd.

If you go on www.dbstalk.com you can follow what is going on with a lot of DirecTV things.
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Awesome news, thanks for the link.  I saw on there that Comcast lost a court case that will somewhat force them to share, which means i may finally be able to watch Phillies games on directv on a regular basis.
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Re: Chris Peters stepping back in PBA ownership
« Reply #12 on: March 12, 2010, 01:10:53 PM »
I hate to keep going off topic, but DishNetwork is what I have and it's been flawless, and it has Versus if you get the 250 package.  Tons of HD channels!
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Re: Chris Peters stepping back in PBA ownership
« Reply #13 on: March 12, 2010, 01:28:29 PM »
The problem for me is that Dish Network doesn't offer a lot of the sports packages.  Like MLB extra innings.

And they compress their HD channels more then DirecTV.  Referred to as "HD-Lite".  That is how they can currently offer more HD channels then DirecTV, although once the D12 Satellite goes active, that will all change.

Good times are ahead for DirecTV subscribers.  And no I don't work for them.
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Re: Chris Peters stepping back in PBA ownership
« Reply #14 on: March 12, 2010, 01:32:30 PM »
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I am in the same boat with Versus but reliable sources are saying it will be back on DirecTV on March 22nd.

If you go on www.dbstalk.com you can follow what is going on with a lot of DirecTV things.
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Awesome news, thanks for the link.  I saw on there that Comcast lost a court case that will somewhat force them to share, which means i may finally be able to watch Phillies games on directv on a regular basis.
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That's why I got rid of Directv because I couldn't get any Phillies games. Might have to switch back if this is true cuase I like Directv alot more than Comcast.
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