The
football program at Notre Dame is very unique from
those of other schools for many reasons. One very distinct characteristic about
the program and how it varies is it’s classification as an FBS Independent, and having no ties
with any other specific athletic conference. There are a few benefits for being
classified as an FBS Independent, one of which is having the freedom to choose
one’s own schedule. Despite being classified as an Independent however, Notre Dame
is currently in a deal with the Atlantic
Coast Conference (ACC) where
it must schedule at least 5 of its regular season games against teams from that
conference. A downside to being classified as an Independent means the Fighting’
Irish don’t get to play for a conference championship, meaning that the only
championship they can compete for is at the national level.
The
image posted does a very fine job of depicting the Irish’s journey towards the
National Championship. This climb is one each and every football program in the
country attempts to make, but only one can be named the victor in the end. Each
and every game played and won throughout the season is another step closer to
reaching the top. The visual of an escalator is very symbolic in itself because
this type of journey is in constant motion and is very time sensitive. There is
no time to stop and rest when seeking a championship. You have to keep moving
forward at all times, playing each game as it comes. For the team, its players,
coaches, and the fan base that supports it, it’s a constant climb to reach that
green Irish light, and the national championship it represents, at the very
top.
What
are your thoughts and opinions about the Irish having to play a primarily ACC
schedule and what other types of visual imagery can you think of to represent
the spirit of the Irish?
Image
Courtesy of Future Buzz.
