They don't worship at the altar of the bottom line, like the NFL owner whose team is right next door. The NCAA will be covering all the staffing, utilities and other operating expenses of the Zephyrs to put on the tournament. So the Zephyrs won't lose money, but they won't be making what they could make. The NCAA will take home the lion's share of the parking, concessions and ticket revenue from the series. The Zephyrs will also get a lot of exposure and gain some public relations points, which is smart.
Customers remember that.
So we see it as our responsibility to do something like this. Thank you, Mr. Hanrahan. The Zephyrs are not the first minor- league team to give their field to a college team, but they may do it more than most and don't have to be begged. Every year since 1998, Zephyr has hosted several college games. Even Loyola and Delgado have played here.