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Hi-Low said:
Ehhh...not hurting anyone, if he thinks it's useful then so be it....I'd rather have him on the court for UConn than somebody else.
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Me too, but hopefully he understands he won't be able to do this without people disagreeing.
 
Let's not make this a big deal. Live and let live and it's the young man conviction and he's doing his thing for now so be it. He can play and would add to our somewhat bizarre team.
 
I'm not a huge fan of the kneeling stuff, but I understand why he's doing it and it's not the end of the world. I also don't think it's a media draw/distraction unless he's a top player. If he's a top player then UConn is winning and I'm happy.
 
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Huskyforlife said:
Me too, but hopefully he understands he won't be able to do this without people disagreeing.
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Thats the point though. People in sports are doing this to raise awareness. To voter suppression, gentrification, to police brutality, etc.

The fact that he KNOWS he will probably get flack for it at the college level, and still wants to stand by his convictions is incredibly admirable and mature. It is not a petulant child rebelling as some would suggest. It's calculated.

Even if you dont agree (and I don't agree with some of the BLM agenda), its hard not to respect a young man standing up for his rights within the limits of the law.

If this got attention in the media, our recruits--who are primarily black--would take notice of how Uconn reacts. I guarantee it.

Fyi I'm only responding to you because you're the more reasonable of the opponents here and I appreciate it
 
It would be nice to have a shot blocker that can really play. I want him.

As for the social activism and protest stuff....Good...As long as he can explain himself and demonstrate that its coming from an honest place, I think it is admirable. It is a lot more mature and patriotic than our actual joke of leadership.
 
husky429 said:
Dimon Carrigan’s shot-blocking continues to turn heads - The Boston Globe

I think that link instead of the original will get you past the pay wall. Really good article from the Boston globe.

Of note:
- he's thinking of Woodstock academy next year. Right down the road from UConn.
- 6'9 but with a 7'3 wingspan.
- as we know hes been dominating EYBL


From the article:

In an act of demonstration, the senior took a knee during the national anthem before every varsity game this winter. Carrigan continues that practice today, even taking a knee during his high school graduation, and plans to stand by his beliefs at the collegiate level as well.

“I’m not going to stop until I feel like there’s a change for everyone in terms of social justice,” Carrigan said. “If [college] coaches don’t want that, then they can’t understand the person that I am.”

Seems like a really good kid. He's interested in activism and mentorship in the African American community. Definitely seems like a kid right up Ollies alley

I'm curious how some boneyarders would react to having a player kneel during the national anthem. Doesn't bother me for a second, but I think the fans are probably more conservative than the state average.
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In a culture that so often demands conformity, and a team sport that so often veers toward emphasizing the individual, I'd be thrilled to have an athlete on the Uconn campus who would choose to exercise his conscience publicly in the interest of social justice, even if I didn't agree with a particular stand that he took... especially if he has a seven foot wing span!
 
husky429 said:
Thats the point though. People in sports are doing this to raise awareness. To voter suppression, gentrification, to police brutality, etc.

The fact that he KNOWS he will probably get flack for it at the college level, and still wants to stand by his convictions is incredibly admirable and mature. It is not a petulant child rebelling as some would suggest. It's calculated.

Even if you dont agree (and I don't agree with some of the BLM agenda), its hard not to respect a young man standing up for his rights within the limits of the law.

If this got attention in the media, our recruits--who are primarily black--would take notice of how UConn reacts. I guarantee it.

Fyi I'm only responding to you because you're the more reasonable of the opponents here and I appreciate it
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I prefer to discuss/debate topics. I'll never understand those who throw that away for the sake of name calling.
 
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JMick said:
50/50 chance we both end up in timeout
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Well you added literally nothing to the discussion so you're safe. There are some who actually made posts containing substance in response to me, which I would like to address

But who really cares anyway, send it to the cesspool or not, let the thread die, whatever
 
intlzncster said:
That likely had nothing to do with ratings decline. It's because the NFL is insistent as they can be on watering down its product (no celebrations, penalties for everything, etc etc).
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So has a team signed Kaepernick? The answer is no. Look at what people do not what they say. Teams don't want the distractions. Setting aside if you agree or disagree with someone's views - a game isn't the forum to present political views - an athlete can do that outside the game.
 
JC often complained about players who were "too nice" and therefore not assertive enough on the floor. That won't be a problem with Dimon. It's easy to overlook mistakes about politics in a young man, courage to take a stand is a respectable trait, and he can contribute in a big way on the floor, so any objections from our side would be about his ability and willingness to cooperate with others. If KO can successfully recruit around his politics, and if he can get along well with teammates of different politics, then it will be OK.
 
Here's how it plays out.....

If he chooses to come to UCONN: Love the kid and how he stands up for his beliefs.

If he doesn't choose UCONN: We're better off without him. Kid would have a problem and distracted the team.
 
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pj said:
JC often complained about players who were "too nice" and therefore not assertive enough on the floor. That won't be a problem with Dimon. It's easy to overlook mistakes about politics in a young man, courage to take a stand is a respectable trait, and he can contribute in a big way on the floor, so any objections from our side would be about his ability and willingness to cooperate with others. If KO can successfully recruit around his politics, and if he can get along well with teammates of different politics, then it will be OK.
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LOL - So true, Jim thought the 2004 team was his most talented but too nice other than Taliek.
 
My final thought on this - we all have political views - but if you are smart - you don't share them at work or with customers.
 
Chief00 said:
So has a team signed Kaepernick? The answer is no. Look at what people do not what they say. Teams don't want the distractions. Setting aside if you agree or disagree with someone's views - a game isn't the forum to present political views - an athlete can do that outside the game.
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To be fair... Kaep had other issues like the pig/cop socks. Lets also not forget that he's not any good. If Kaep was as good as Brady or Rodgers he'd be on a team 100%.
 
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Chief00 said:
So has a team signed Kaepernick? The answer is no. Look at what people do not what they say. Teams don't want the distractions. Setting aside if you agree or disagree with someone's views - a game isn't the forum to present political views - an athlete can do that outside the game.
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Of course. Who wants a headache for very little return?

But do you think if Kap was as good as Brady he'd be unsigned? No, he'd be making $25mil per year wherever he wanted.

Fact is, the guy's not a good football player at this stage. And nobody wants a backup who's not capable of being a game manager. His style is a little more unique, so doesn't fit every system
 
intlzncster said:
Of course. Who wants a headache for very little return?

But do you think if Kap was as good as Brady he'd be unsigned? No, he'd be making $25mil per year wherever he wanted.

Fact is, the guy's not a good football player at this stage. And nobody wants a backup who's not capable of being a game manager. His style is a little more unique, so doesn't fit every system
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Agree Brady would get signed - but Brady is all about team too.
 
David 76 said:
Freedom of (non-verbal) speech.

I may disagree with what you are doing but would defend, to the death, your right to do it.
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I agree - I am a free speech guy - but employers can set the rules in the workplace - you can quit and say anything you want unless you signed something.
 
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