McFeely: Hawaii goes from paradise to dystopia for Bison
InForum • • sports
Key Points:
- North Dakota State University's football team experienced a 13-hour travel delay due to mechanical problems with their chartered Eastern Airlines flight, arriving in Honolulu early Friday instead of Thursday afternoon as planned.
- The delay disrupted the Bison's carefully planned schedule, affecting their acclimation to the four-hour time difference and preparation for their Saturday night game against the University of Hawaii.
- The late arrival could impact the team's performance, as college football teams rely heavily on strict routines and preparation, which were compromised by the travel issues.
- Hawaii, eager to upset the favored Bison, may gain an advantage from NDSU's disrupted preparation, making the game more challenging despite NDSU's superior record and status.
- The outcome will hinge on NDSU's resilience to overcome the travel setbacks and maintain their focus in a critical Mountain West Conference matchup.
