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Status of UConn's schollie situation

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We wrote over the weekend about Andre Drummond's commitment. The plan was for the big to join UConn's 2011 recruiting class, and be eligible for the 2011-12 season. However, one small problem arose: the Huskies did not have an available scholarship. The initial plan called upon Michael Bradley, who redshirted last season, to drop his scholarship and apply for financial aid -- however, according to Jeff Goodman at CBSSports.com, there hasn't been a final decision.
So what happens if Bradley does not give up his scholarship? Will Drummond not actually play for the Huskies? Don Amore of the Hartford Courant examined the situation and reports there are a handful of contingency plans. The other option involves either Niels Giffey or Enosch Wolf returning to Germany. One would assume, based on minutes played last season (as well as the development of the aforementioned players), that Giffey would stay in Storrs, but it's no doubt that this option would be an interesting development.
We will keep our eye on this situation, and will provide any updates.
 
Things that have crossed my mind since the proposed MB scholarship to AD proposed solution:
  1. If MB says no and there is no other alternative is there any possibility the program simply can not add AD? (Vision of Lucy pulling the ball as Charlie Brown tries to kick it comes to mind. Boy would this turn out to be hugely disappointing if AD doesn't end up here and plays elsewhere.)
  2. Is it too late for UConn to dictate that one of the 10 will not receive their Athletic Scholarship? (For the record I hope this doesn't take place!)
  3. If MB gives up his ship might we be losing one of our best students who is currently helping our APR score? (I'm guessing that as long as AD leaves in good academic standing, it will be a wash.)
  4. Assuming MB's 2011/12 APR score no longer is calculated in the team's 2011/12 APR, is there any negative impact by this? (Assuming he finished 2010/11 in good academic standing my guess is there would be no adverse impact. The program would get credit for his 2010/11 progress and would be considered off the books for 2011/12. Now I have no idea how they calculate the score when they only have 10 players to count. Do they simply calculate a full score for the 3 that are left vacant? This whole APR thing seems more confusing than my Tax Return.)
We all, or at least most of us, assume it's a done deal but is it? I wonder if we need to curb our enthusiasm until he actually shows up on campus and clears through the NCAA Clearinghouse or whatever hurdles that need to be cleared for him to be part of the 2011/12 team.
 
DM, I dont see any reason to be afraid that AD wont come. I only say that because of the fact that JC & co. had been workong on this for at least a week or two prior to Drummond committing.
 
Its a difficult and stressful situation for all involved. This is why the triumvirate gets paid the BIG bucks. Big donors are expecting results and AD to be suiting up this fall. This is what big money wants to see. Big money in this case is not always the most rabid UCONN fans as we are witnessing on this truly amazing message board! It is the older bald guy with clients in the lower section that some of us look down on and wish we had his seats. The donor just bought his points working as a hedge fund manager while shorting your favorite stock into oblivion costing the average guy looking down from above thousands of dollars. Trust me this is who the triumvirate caters to. Keep things in perspective.
 
upstater said:
You're basing it on Borzello? Given Calhoun's previous record carrying players such as Mandeldove who elected to stay at UConn, do you think he gave Bradley that ultimatum? If so, it will have been the first time we heard of that happening at UConn. Let's see if Borzello actually knows what he's talking about.
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Good ponts but that was when JC had 3 more scholarships. I have no idea who Borzello is.The internet has launched hundreds of new "experts."
 
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BLUEDOGHOUSE said:
Its a difficult and stressful situation for all involved. This is why the triumvirate gets paid the BIG bucks. Big donors are expecting results and AD to be suiting up this fall. This is what big money wants to see. Big money in this case is not always the most rabid UCONN fans as we are witnessing on this truly amazing message board! It is the older bald guy with clients in the lower section that some of us look down on and wish we had his seats. The donor just bought his points working as a hedge fund manager while shorting your favorite stock into oblivion costing the average guy looking down from above thousands of dollars. Trust me this is who the triumvirate caters to. Keep things in perspective.
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and what makes you think those guys are not here?
 
BLUEDOGHOUSE said:
Well lets put it this way...MB and the UCONN triumvirate should take the fifth as soon as this all plays out. As far as MB's future he will always be regarded highly for taking one for the team. After all I sincerely believe a person like MB considers his teammates his family. Lets not forget that. College basketball is big business and it is my hope MB has representation. Ultimately relinquishing the scholarship is the prudent business decision for all parties involved. Now lets win another National championship!!!!!! I can't stand Kentucky. :)
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talk about paying for your friends
 
I'm okay with saying this is what it takes to be a winning program, but you guys arguing that Bradley is getting a plum deal here...you can't possibly be serious with that, right?

We aren't NCAA investigators on this board. No need to lie here.
 
jibsey said:
The NESN article says its a done deal, called it an "uncomfortable moment". I just don't know what top 50 team wouldn't do the same thing if they had no other way.
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the vast majority of top 50 programs don't have similar scholarship restrictions, so it is difficult to draw valid comparisons
 
orangehomer said:
the vast majority of top 50 programs don't have similar scholarship restrictions, so it is difficult to draw valid comparisons
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Nice dig but the situation isn't the scholarship restriction but the full allotment of scholarships when the #1 player in the nation comes knocking.

Remember the time not so long ago when Syracuse also had restrictions in scholarships. What if a player like Carmelo came knocking? Understand now?
 
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Sean said:
I'm okay with saying this is what it takes to be a winning program, but you guys arguing that Bradley is getting a plum deal here...you can't possibly be serious with that, right?

We aren't NCAA investigators on this board. No need to lie here.
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Bradley could be saving about $30k here.
 
Sean said:
I'm okay with saying this is what it takes to be a winning program, but you guys arguing that Bradley is getting a plum deal here...you can't possibly be serious with that, right?

We aren't NCAA investigators on this board. No need to lie here.
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You have to look at the totality of the circumstances and apply a balancing test. Look beyond the short term sacrifice and look at the big picture of life. Do you foresee MB 10 years from now regretting this decision? If UConn basketball is a family which I believe it is then this decision ultimately will be a WIN-WIN for all involved. MB has leverage in this implied "negotiation" which gives his decision value. MB can relinquish the scholly and be revered for this historic unselfish decision. In the big "scheme" of things 1 yrs tuition is nominal. This is how real life works. MB reps have to understand the value of good will from not just an athletic perspective. My point is look at both sides of the issue (have the ability to wear 2 hats). The media is biased and mostly incompetent. MB still has 4 years of eligibility. AD will be gone after 1 year 2 at the most while MB competes against him for PT on his dime. Its like investing in your future by practicing against the best and knowing you have the good will card in your back pocket to use at any time$$$$$.
 
orangehomer said:
the vast majority of top 50 programs don't have similar scholarship restrictions, so it is difficult to draw valid comparisons
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If Drummond wanted to go to SU, Boeheim would be shoving the last kid off the bench in a country minute (assuming full ships). And every Syracuse fan in the country would rejoice.

We'll take Drummond and you can have your grapes.
 
orangehomer said:
the vast majority of top 50 programs don't have similar scholarship restrictions, so it is difficult to draw valid comparisons
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Yeah you'd have to look as far back as ... UL this summer.
 
intlzncster said:
If Drummond wanted to go to SU, Boeheim would be shoving the last kid off the bench in a country minute (assuming full ships). And every Syracuse fan in the country would rejoice.

We'll take Drummond and you can have your grapes.
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it's possible but it's never happened, not in the way that this has happened anyway. either way i think it will be a fun year, i think cuse is a little more experienced and deeper, yukon has more upside. it will be fun to watch.
 
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orangehomer said:
it's possible but it's never happened, not in the way that this has happened anyway. either way i think it will be a fun year, i think cuse is a little more experienced and deeper, yukon has more upside. it will be fun to watch.
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Cuse deeper? You must be kidding. UConn will go 8-9 deep with 6 of those players having played meaningful minutes in a National Championship run. Depth is one of UConn's real strengths this year, minutes will be hard to come by, even for some very good players.
 
what do sanctions have to do with making room?

what difference does it make if you have 13 spots and need a 14th? or 10 spots and need an 11th?

seriously?

do you have your own rule proposals?
 
orangehomer said:
i'm un-aware, is UL sanctioned?
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What does it matter whether you're sanctioned or not? UL was full on schollys and had some people pay their own way in order to make room. It's the exact same situation. I appreciate your efforts to take a dig at UConn, but try harder next time.
 
orangehomer said:
i'm un-aware, is UL sanctioned?
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What do the sanctions have to do with anything? The sanctions don't say anything about moving players off scholarships to make way for others. It's something that happens in CBB, grow up.
 
nelsonmuntz said:
Bradley could be saving about $30k here.
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That's IF they keep him on scholarship until he gets his degree. I certainly hope UConn rewards him for his sacrifice and keeps him on scholarship going forward even as the numbers remain tight.
 
willie99 said:
what do sanctions have to do with making room?

what difference does it make if you have 13 spots and need a 14th? or 10 spots and need an 11th?

seriously?

do you have your own rule proposals?
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it makes a huge difference, i'm not sure how you can't answer your own question. more is better. all the time. more flexibility, more options.
 
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He's just intentionally misunderstanding the question.
 
My I suggest that we do not feed the trolls on the new board?

It is a old rule but a good one.
 
Let's see if we can work this out:

1. Cuse was docked 2 scholarships last year, so it can't be sanctions themselves that are the issue.

2. Louisville rearranged players on and off scholarship to get more guys in the fold just this summer, in fact. He didn't have a problem with UL's moves, so that isn't the issue either.

It's clearly when you have sanctions AND try to move scholarships around. That's the big no no. Makes sense to me.
 
orangehomer said:
it makes a huge difference, i'm not sure how you can't answer your own question. more is better. all the time. more flexibility, more options.
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you do know such argument doesn't make sense. All you need is enough scholarships, then you have enough options

if you're suggesting a rule change, take it up with the NCAA
 
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