Author Topic: Official "Build WNFF into something More" thread (Read 13808 times)

MrMadison · « **Reply #25:** January 09, 2008, 04:49:43 PM »

either that, or perhaps a set of Blogs that fly under the WNFF Banner.

depends on whether multiple blog writers can be reconciled on just one blog, or if they'd rather each have their own.

ronnynat · « **Reply #26:** January 09, 2008, 04:57:14 PM »

Quote from: MrMadison on January 09, 2008, 04:49:43 PM

either that, or perhaps a set of Blogs that fly under the WNFF Banner.

depends on whether multiple blog writers can be reconciled on just one blog, or if they'd rather each have their own.

I think it'd be really cool if it were scheduled out somewhat on one blog where each person that wanted to be involved would contribute a certain amount a month. Maybe that would seem too work-like to some, though. I just enjoy writing.

Or maybe even have people write about what they like most about the team. I could definitely see people wanting to be the "Rumor Guy".

MrMadison · « **Reply #27:** January 09, 2008, 05:04:08 PM »

I'm gonna look at some other multi-person blogs tonight and see how they do it, and see if I can get any ideas from it.

sportsfan882 · « **Reply #28:** January 09, 2008, 05:08:53 PM »

I also think it's a good idea. I'd help out.

ronnynat · « **Reply #29:** January 09, 2008, 05:16:15 PM »

This one's got at least 2 contributers. Gives an idea to how it works.

http://wevegotheart.blogspot.com/

It's called a "team blog". You can add authors to it. Each author's name will appear in the sidebar and, when clicked on, will show his/her profile (however much is there).

MrMadison · « **Reply #30:** January 09, 2008, 05:16:17 PM »

Quote from: MrMadison on January 09, 2008, 04:49:43 PM

either that, or perhaps a set of Blogs that fly under the WNFF Banner.

depends on whether multiple blog writers can be reconciled on just one blog, or if they'd rather each have their own.

expanding on this, people could have their own blogs(infact, I think this might be easier to manage, content-wise)we could cook up a Front Page with News Story Links(RSS Feeds), and Outside Blog(read, ones that don't associate with WNFF) mentions/links.

and then have a section set aside for WNFF Community Blogs, and some occasional Articles from WNFF Bloggers.

I'll try to look for a good example of this.

MrMadison · « **Reply #31:** January 09, 2008, 05:18:19 PM »

my real issue here is that while I have a pretty good idea of how this could work, I know next to nothing about coding and website design.

my job entails Networking, not web pages.

MrMadison · « **Reply #32:** January 09, 2008, 05:22:02 PM »

http://indians247.com/

this.

this right here is what I am envisioning. the only difference is the content. design-wise, this is awesomeness.

and it looks like it is using the same software we use here.

ronnynat · « **Reply #33:** January 09, 2008, 05:24:37 PM »

oh yeah. agreed. I've always liked their setup.

Kenz aFan · « **Reply #34:** January 09, 2008, 05:35:18 PM »

Quote from: MrMadison on January 09, 2008, 05:22:02 PM

http://indians247.com/

this.

this right here is what I am envisioning. the only difference is the content. design-wise, this is awesomeness.

and it looks like it is using the same software we use here.

Exactly, which means it can be done here too... So why not, it would have several side effects, add to the overall appeal of the site as well as give members and visitors more options.

I noticed the are also using a slightly different version of SMF as well, I don't know how much a factor that is though.

The Chief · « **Reply #35:** January 10, 2008, 12:56:44 AM »

Quote from: Kenz aFan on January 09, 2008, 05:35:18 PM

Exactly, which means it can be done here too... So why not, it would have several side effects, add to the overall appeal of the site as well as give members and visitors more options.

I noticed the are also using a slightly different version of SMF as well, I don't know how much a factor that is though.

Nah it's the same version (well a couple of maintenance releases newer, but functionally the same), theirs is just more heavily customized and is also making use of some abilities that we aren't currently using here. I'm pretty sure there's a guy from that site who has a membership here, or at least applied for one. Maybe we could talk to their guys and get some hot tips.

Kenz aFan · « **Reply #36:** January 10, 2008, 02:28:12 AM »

Quote from: The Chief on January 10, 2008, 12:56:44 AM

Nah it's the same version (well a couple of maintenance releases newer, but functionally the same), theirs is just more heavily customized and is also making use of some abilities that we aren't currently using here. I'm pretty sure there's a guy from that site who has a membership here, or at least applied for one. Maybe we could talk to their guys and get some hot tips.

Yup, MrMadison knows him, when I was checking out the Indians 24/7 page, both he and Nate were listed as being in the forum. I'm sure John can get a few tips or pointers from the operator that would help out here. Much of it might even run/update things itself once everything it setup right.

MrMadison · « **Reply #37:** January 10, 2008, 07:04:45 AM »

well, i don't so much as know the guy...

i just registered and posted on his forum. that's all.

Kenz aFan · « **Reply #38:** January 10, 2008, 01:05:22 PM »

Quote from: MrMadison on January 10, 2008, 07:04:45 AM

well, i don't so much as know the guy...

i just registered and posted on his forum. that's all.

And here I was hoping that you would be able to get some pointers from him... Oh well

tomterp · « **Reply #39:** January 10, 2008, 01:19:36 PM »

Quote from: Kenz aFan on January 10, 2008, 01:05:22 PM

And here I was hoping that you would be able to get some pointers from him... Oh well

No harm in asking.

MrMadison · « **Reply #40:** January 10, 2008, 02:36:38 PM »

he'd be speaking Greek to me anyway. i am totally clueless when it comes to web design. networking is what i do (somewhat).

BBQ · « **Reply #41:** May 31, 2008, 11:09:44 PM »

I think a small 'improvement' would be changing the thing at the top that says Nationals. It looks like a kid drew it. Not really an improvment though.

Kenz aFan · « **Reply #42:** June 01, 2008, 03:12:19 AM »

Quote from: Natsman on May 31, 2008, 11:09:44 PM

I think a small 'improvement' would be changing the thing at the top that says Nationals. It looks like a kid drew it. Not really an improvment though.

LOL the graphic is a cutout from a Washington Nationals calendar. The "KID" that created the original graphic from a montage of photos was paid thousands of dollars. If you wanted it to be changed into be something "more grown up" maybe you should have stepped up to the plate when the signature/banner contest was on.

If you don't like the graphic, create one to replace it, but keep in mind, it cant look like a kid drew it...

BBQ · « **Reply #43:** June 01, 2008, 10:04:13 AM »

Awwwwh I don't have a scanner but I have soem frickin' talented friends at drawing.

MrMadison · « **Reply #44:** June 01, 2008, 03:36:18 PM »

we should use that one that NOTLD made.

seriously.

BBQ · « **Reply #45:** June 01, 2008, 03:49:25 PM »

Where is it? Can I see it? Maybe we could do a site vote?

Kenz aFan · « **Reply #46:** June 02, 2008, 07:00:43 PM »

Quote from: MrMadison on June 01, 2008, 03:36:18 PM

we should use that one that NOTLD made.

seriously.

Which one? He made more than one that would work as the new banner...

Kenz aFan · « **Reply #47:** June 02, 2008, 07:03:28 PM »

Quote from: BBQ on June 01, 2008, 03:49:25 PM

Where is it? Can I see it? Maybe we could do a site vote?

Maybe we could all stand back and let the person who runs the board make the decision. After all, it's The Chief's baby, not ours to do with as we please. He should have the last word in which banner gets put up there. I do agree that the one up there now is getting too familiar, and that a change would be a good idea.

The Chief · « **Reply #48:** June 02, 2008, 07:12:15 PM »

I actually had an idea for a new banner, but I need to skim over the old ones first and see if anyone's was similar to what I had in mind.

blue911 · « **Reply #49:** June 02, 2008, 07:15:06 PM »

Quote from: The Chief on June 02, 2008, 07:12:15 PM

I actually had an idea for a new banner, but I need to skim over the old ones first and see if anyone's was similar to what I had in mind.

What's wrong with the current one? Or is it a boredom thing.