The JMU football atmosphere is smaller than a lot of Division one schools but for the size of the institution I don't think we do all that bad. In the past students were able to get excited about the games, tailgate freely, and get loud at the games. Post spring 2010 all of that has changed. The ability of students to tailgate has been reduced drastically with the institution of a police presence that outnumbers fans in student lots. On the other side of campus, conveniently the side that costs $1000-$1500 to park a car, the sight of a police officer is rare if non existent. The militant police presence has resulted in a calm game day atmosphere and a lack of student excitement in their university. The lack of media coverage has caused some fans to cover the matter themselves.
http://jmusportsblog.com/?p=1399 is a blog run by an alumni which calls out the administration for its ludicrous use of law enforcement to give tickets to students alumni and even parents this year. I feel if there is not formal attention called to the behavior of the administration there might soon be a revolt by the student body.
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