11.   And they will be playing in Big Ten territory, within driving distance of their large fan base.

12.   And yes, I think the fan base that gravitates toward faith-based rock might well grow.

13.   And while a sports team will always galvanize its fan base, this is clearly an era that strains the bond between franchise and community.

14.   As a result, wary advertisers have stayed away, helping keep boxing off free network TV where a broader fan base could be cultivated.

15.   As a result, she had an enormous fan base.

16.   As ever, he talked to the Hartford Yahoos with total disregard for the loyal fan base back in Foxborough.

17.   As part of the Indigo Girls, Ray and Emily Saliers have cultivated a devoted fan base with little radio support.

18.   As one of three high schools in Rockdale County, Salem claims only a fragment of the local fan base and faces competition for financial support from local businesses.

19.   As the regular season, like the fan base, dwindles, it is still possible to find something upon which the rare Sonics fan can hang a hat.

20.   As rock tours have become more corporation-driven, so has the fan base for venerable acts including the Stones, Jimmy Buffett, and the Eagles.