Post by Uncle on May 14, 2024 13:43:56 GMT -6
For football fans in the Twin Cities, the Minnesota Myth announced (via instragram) that they are folding and ceasing operations after just 2 games into their inaugural season of the 2024 AFL season (Arena Football League) - link. I guess having two, professional football teams in the Twin Cities really was a "myth"...
Also, from the article below, the owner wanted to "build a team focused on community engagement", which is certainly nice for politicians and the media, but isn't the point of professional sports team to provide entertainment by winning games/competing for championships, which leads to making money? It seems like the owner is blaming social media for their sudden downfall, but I have to wonder if the business model was sound to begin with if a team can fold operations so easily just a few games into a season...
They did have a cool logo though:
Also, from the article below, the owner wanted to "build a team focused on community engagement", which is certainly nice for politicians and the media, but isn't the point of professional sports team to provide entertainment by winning games/competing for championships, which leads to making money? It seems like the owner is blaming social media for their sudden downfall, but I have to wonder if the business model was sound to begin with if a team can fold operations so easily just a few games into a season...
The Minnesota Myth proved its name a prophecy Tuesday when the nascent Arena Football League team announced its termination after just two games.
Team owner Diana Hutton said the team "has ceased operations, and all future Myth games scheduled at Target Center are now canceled" in a statement on Instagram.
"The vision of the Minnesota Myth was to build a team focused on community engagement and bringing people together to celebrate not only football but also connection and community," Hutton said. "Unfortunately, the effort was lost in the waves of negative chatter and misinformation that plagued social media, led by intentional efforts from non-supportive teams within the league and other individuals."
Refunds are available for those who have purchased tickets, Hutton said.
The AFL announced its relaunch in July 2023, with Minnesota as one of its 16 teams.
The Myth lost their inaugural game 47-12 in Nashville against the Kats. They won their home opener at Target Center against the Philadelphia Soul 47-12. They were scheduled to play the Albany Firebirds on Monday, but dropped out of the game before it was played.
The Myth were Minnesota's second AFL franchise. The first — the Fighting Pike — lasted longer than the Myth, but still folded after just one season in 1996. They played their home games at Target Center and went 4-10.
Team owner Diana Hutton said the team "has ceased operations, and all future Myth games scheduled at Target Center are now canceled" in a statement on Instagram.
"The vision of the Minnesota Myth was to build a team focused on community engagement and bringing people together to celebrate not only football but also connection and community," Hutton said. "Unfortunately, the effort was lost in the waves of negative chatter and misinformation that plagued social media, led by intentional efforts from non-supportive teams within the league and other individuals."
Refunds are available for those who have purchased tickets, Hutton said.
The AFL announced its relaunch in July 2023, with Minnesota as one of its 16 teams.
The Myth lost their inaugural game 47-12 in Nashville against the Kats. They won their home opener at Target Center against the Philadelphia Soul 47-12. They were scheduled to play the Albany Firebirds on Monday, but dropped out of the game before it was played.
The Myth were Minnesota's second AFL franchise. The first — the Fighting Pike — lasted longer than the Myth, but still folded after just one season in 1996. They played their home games at Target Center and went 4-10.
well now I'm glad they folded.
... and neither is this Chris guy.