Diamond Stone (Committed to Maryland)

[Silk31]

That Set in Stone crap that Maryland put out makes me really hope that he doesn't qualify academically now...this would just be ironic

Act like you've been there before Maryland. Stone is a very good talent but the red carpet/savior treatment is a little much

 

[8893]

Wait until you guys see the "Miller Time," "Enoch is Enough" and "Adams Family" promos I'm going to be rolling out once we get the Miller commit.

 

[pnow15]

We have to hold a funeral for this thread, borrow a voodoo doll from our friends in Tulane and burn it at a stake at midnight and maybe, just maybe this thread will die.

 

[mdkhusky]

can this please be deleted i hate seeing this at the top of the thread bar

 

[Stainmaster]

can this please be deleted i hate seeing this at the top of the thread bar

I have a sinking feeling that this thread will be around for generations of our offspring to read.

 

[bingethinker]

That Set in Stone crap that Maryland put out makes me really hope that he doesn't qualify academically now...this would just be ironic

Act like you've been there before Maryland. Stone is a very good talent but the red carpet/savior treatment is a little much

Technically, Stone is the highest rates recruit Maryland has secured since last season when Trimble signed. With that said, Stone is the first consensus top-5 guy the Terps have signed in a loooooooong time. Remember, Gary Williams didn't go after highly rated recruits.

Also, part of it is getting a leg up on selling the "hey, get your season tickets now because you'll have a top-5 team to root for next season" angle. I feel like most schools would celebrate/publize a good get like Stone.

 

[BUConn10]

As corny and over the top this thing is, its well done and I would bet it was a strong part of the pitch Maryland must have thrown at Stone down the stretch to beat out Wisconsin for him. It seems shallow but this is the world we live in today with social media being king, and every player wanting the spotlight for as long as possible.

 

[UCFan1513]

Was at U Maryland today. In even talking to some employees at the business school about UA's ties to the university in terms of jobs and sponsorships the topic of Diamond Stone came up. Everyone here seems to know about the Under Armour connection when I mention it and believe that is a big part of Stone's commitment.

 

[Matrim55]

Kicked out of multiple parties at UWM this weekend.

Sorry to bump this thread, but that's go****n amusing.

 

[noeynox]

Kicked out of multiple parties at UWM this weekend.

Sorry to bump this thread, but that's go****n amusing.

Really? I see it as nothing more than jilted lovers showing they really could care less for the kid. They were just interested in what his talents could do for their team.

That said, he should expect that type reaction, and not put himself in a spot to be chumped like that.

 

[champs99and04]

Kicked out of multiple parties at UWM this weekend.

Sorry to bump this thread, but that's go****n amusing.

lol what did he think was going to happen?

 

[ctchamps]

lol what did he think was going to happen?

After reading this I have to wonder how his ACT scores improved so dramatically. What explanations can there be for trying to enter these parties and getting anything but that type of treatment? I can only think of a few. Naivety, stupidity or being snow faced. Or maybe he felt he wouldn't stand out and no one would recognize him. Right!!!!

 

[BUConn10]

Sorry to dig up this dead thread but I know there was some discussion in here regarding whether the Under Armor connection played a role or not. Well I guess based on this interview with Turgeon we can safely put that question to rest, straight from the horses mouth.

http://maryland.247sports.com/Bolt/...ologizing-for-Under-Armour-Influence-39895579

 

[Sonofabeach]

Bad link

 

[Matrim55]

"It's a huge deal, and sometimes coaches try to pretend that they're not in an advantageous position on the recruiting trail because of a shoe company affiliation ... What I found interesting is, while like I said, most coaches try to discount that one some level, Mark Turgeon didn't. He said it's a huge advantage and he'll never apologize for it," Parrish said.

Originally a football-centric brand, Under Armour and its founder -- former Maryland football player Kevin Plank (pictured) -- have steadily gained ground on Nike and Adidas in the grassroots basketball world. The Under Armour Association, its travel basketball circuit, was home to more talented teams than ever before this past summer, when five of the top 10 players in the 2017 class played for Under Amour teams.

 

[BUConn10]

Bad link

Sorry, dang link filter.

http://maryland.247 sports.com/Bolt/Parrish-Turgeon-Not-Apologizing-for-Under-Armour-Influence-39895579

(**remove the space between "247" and "sports")

 

[Pudge]

It'll feel damn good to kick Maryland by 20 on December 8th. Sneakers ONLY get you so far. UConn has a culture bred to kick their butt and grind through March & April.

 

[CGarr]

Let's bring back this thread! Snapchat/athlete stories dominating right now. Diamond is in quite the embarrassing situation.

http://brobible.com/sports/article/woman-snapchats-diamond-stone-sex-pregnant-nba-check/

Don't click on the story if you are easily offended (a lot of you).

 

[UConnSwag11]

Let's bring back this thread! Snapchat/athlete stories dominating right now. Diamond is in quite the embarrassing situation.

http://brobible.com/sports/article/woman-snapchats-diamond-stone-sex-pregnant-nba-check/

Don't click on the story if you are easily offended (a lot of you).

Wow. Wow. I'm going to keep comments of her to myself. Poor kid. Feel really bad for him.

 

[mauconnfan]

I guess he needs to be more selective from here on in, seems he shoots too fast.

 

[UConnTrumbull]

Let's bring back this thread! Snapchat/athlete stories dominating right now. Diamond is in quite the embarrassing situation.

http://brobible.com/sports/article/woman-snapchats-diamond-stone-sex-pregnant-nba-check/

Don't click on the story if you are easily offended (a lot of you).

That's messed up. He's a kid. Why post that stuff online? I'm sure her reputation speaks for itself.

 

[Kembacity]

That's messed up. He's a kid. Why post that stuff online? I'm sure her reputation speaks for itself.

She may have just been looking for some laughs, but honestly when there's electronic evidence of that nature they should just nullify any child support a guy has to pay. If you can prove that a woman was looking to be impregnated by you in order to get your money for nothing, it should free you. That shouldn't be a viable business plan, unfortunately it is for a very select few

 

[CGarr]

Ms. Queen of Nudes used him for notoriety the same way he used her for sex. He should have known better. This wasn't a wolf in sheep's clothing situation. If you followed him on Twitter for a year, you know he isn't the brightest bulb.

 

[mauconnfan]

She may have just been looking for some laughs, but honestly when there's electronic evidence of that nature they should just nullify any child support a guy has to pay. If you can prove that a woman was looking to be impregnated by you in order to get your money for nothing, it should free you. That shouldn't be a viable business plan, unfortunately it is for a very select few

Agree, entrapment is admitted - screw her.

 

[August_West]

Agree, entrapment is admitted - screw her.

Its scummy for sure, but in the NBA it is a cottage industry, it is the worst kept secret in the country. Even though kids are kids, sometimes you have to do your thinking with your right head.