Visualizing Victory

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.