everybody knows my name Posted October 16, 2018 Share Posted October 16, 2018 (edited) per Athlon: Four years later, the trophy’s meaning and goals have increased by leaps and bounds. Catching up with Joe Bernard, leader of media for the trophy’s crew, we were able to find out where the trophy stood in the eyes of both the schools and fans. “The organic way that the trophy originated isn’t dissimilar to how the Little Brown Jug or the Floyd of Rosedale first came about, and while we’ve got many years to go before the Chair is equally revered, there’s definitely something about the trophy that fans connect with," Bernard said. Bernard points out that he and the crew have witnessed some very unique support for their work. While not officially recognized by either school, how fans have embraced the trophy has allowed the The $5 Bits of Broken Chair Trophy Chair-ity to thrive and provide meaningful assistance along with a spirited and fan-friendly rivalry. Not only does Bernard’s group work with the Team Jack Foundation and Minnesota Masonic Children’s Hospital, they do so without the backing of the aforementioned university establishments. https://athlonsports.com/college-football/how-5-bits-broken-chair-trophy-affects-nebraska-football-and-minnesota-football?fbclid=IwAR135fqjrN1web4yl2XZc8m_GAk5RP1qo1vN1kiLQxyxtPI3ho9evCiQmIM Edited October 23, 2018 by Enhance Per Board Rules, please only post a small portion of an article with a link to the rest. 3 Quote Link to comment
irafreak Posted October 16, 2018 Share Posted October 16, 2018 I see how the athletic departments don't want all kinds of goofy trophies popping up over all kinds of random things happening but as stated, this one can be tied in with a real charitable event. I don't remember how it got tied into that. I just remember one winner got $5 and the other got to break a chair over the loser. Quote Link to comment
knapplc Posted October 16, 2018 Share Posted October 16, 2018 The Minnesota Golden Gophers are not worthy of the 5$BoBC and should take their filthy paws off it. If they won't give it back, we'll TAKE IT. 2 2 1 Quote Link to comment
Moiraine Posted October 16, 2018 Share Posted October 16, 2018 I predict it will be recognized within the next 10 years. I’m guessing Perlman and Eichorst convinced Minnesota to not recognize it because its origins irritated them. They’ll be a distant memory by then. 2 3 Quote Link to comment
VectorVictor Posted October 17, 2018 Share Posted October 17, 2018 19 hours ago, Moiraine said: I predict it will be recognized within the next 10 years. I’m guessing Perlman and Eichorst convinced Minnesota to not recognize it because its origins irritated them. They’ll be a distant memory by then. This, right here. Also, considering Frost has already mentioned Pelini in a positive light, it's just a matter of time. Plus, the best trophy games are the ones that happen organically, and not the ones contrived by the B1G front offices. That's exactly why there's a passion for this trophy and why people give a s***--it's a construct of the people, by the people, and for the people who watch and root for these teams. 2 Quote Link to comment
clyde40 Posted October 17, 2018 Share Posted October 17, 2018 I hope the chair sticks around and is eventually recognized. It's way better than the Freedom Trophy or Hy-Vee Heroes Game. 3 Quote Link to comment
Fru Posted October 17, 2018 Share Posted October 17, 2018 7 minutes ago, clyde40 said: I hope the chair sticks around and is eventually recognized. It's way better than the Freedom Trophy or Hy-Vee Heroes Game. 100% this. 1 Quote Link to comment
huKSer Posted October 17, 2018 Share Posted October 17, 2018 If WHEN we win the chair - IT WILL MAKE OUR SEASON Quote Link to comment
everybody knows my name Posted October 17, 2018 Author Share Posted October 17, 2018 HA HA HA. You're not taking our broken chair. Quote Link to comment
Apathy Posted October 18, 2018 Share Posted October 18, 2018 You know who really loved this trophy? Sam Foltz! They really need to bring this bad boy back. This is by far the best trophy Nebraska plays for in the B1G. If and when Nebraska beats Wisconsin and Iowa, we’ll take home the W and they can keep those sh#tty trophies. Quote Link to comment
husker98 Posted October 18, 2018 Share Posted October 18, 2018 On 10/16/2018 at 1:04 PM, Moiraine said: I predict it will be recognized within the next 10 years. I’m guessing Perlman and Eichorst convinced Minnesota to not recognize it because its origins irritated them. They’ll be a distant memory by then. 12 hours ago, VectorVictor said: This, right here. Also, considering Frost has already mentioned Pelini in a positive light, it's just a matter of time. Plus, the best trophy games are the ones that happen organically, and not the ones contrived by the B1G front offices. That's exactly why there's a passion for this trophy and why people give a s***--it's a construct of the people, by the people, and for the people who watch and root for these teams. All very good points. But i'll take the action on within ten years. i'd wager within 5. 1 Quote Link to comment
billdozer15 Posted October 18, 2018 Share Posted October 18, 2018 What is this trophy? Ive been trying to figure out where it originated from for awhile but have never figured it how. Could someone explain? Quote Link to comment
Moiraine Posted October 18, 2018 Share Posted October 18, 2018 14 minutes ago, billdozer15 said: What is this trophy? Ive been trying to figure out where it originated from for awhile but have never figured it how. Could someone explain? https://www.sbnation.com/platform/amp/college-football/2016/11/11/13586790/broken-chair-trophy-nebraska-minnesota 2 Quote Link to comment
Minnesota_husker Posted October 18, 2018 Share Posted October 18, 2018 The Broken bits of chair is how trophies should come about. It has meaning and is fun. No one cares about the trophy with Iowa... I am sure when they first came out with the Axe or the little brown jug people thought it was stupid. I have a bunch of Gopher Alum n my family and so the Husker/Gopher rivalry is VERY real to me. I want this win badly! And i also want that effing trophy. 1 Quote Link to comment
BigRedBuster Posted October 18, 2018 Share Posted October 18, 2018 @Minnesota_husker I was just going to post, which trophy would people/fans find more fun to actually play for? Which one represents more what a trophy game is supposed to be about? a) Freedom Trophy b) Hero's Trophy c) $5 bits of broken chair Quote Link to comment
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