I get it. I made more games this year than any time in recent memory. Probably ever. But the trip can be laborious, particularly as the weather turns cold. I have the luxury of a long-time steady donor in the immediate family, and we use that membership for tickets. It's made it entirely painless for me to slide in and out of membership myself.

For better or worse, this is a big hobby of mine, and my list of justifications when I haven't donated has been erased by the direction our programs have taken and many of the items I listed in the OP. Someone besides me can lobby others on what to do. This year, I feel compelled to contribute in the direction of where my mouth has been. And also, it's fun as heck to watch the Cougs win live and in person.