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Walker11 said:
Its hard for me to believe we went from being a strong lean to an afterthought in 10 days. I'd guess either the information leaking on to the board was never correct, or that maybe he didn't mention wanting to visit UCONN because he already has. Can't blame a kid for going to Duke anyways.
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I think before this summer Jaden was a strong lean for UConn, but as the summer has progressed he is rising up the rankings due to his demonstrable stronger play, and he's finally getting all the attention that any college bound player covets, and it must feel good to be Jaden right about now. Lot'a variables, see how it plays out.
 
Son of Robert said:
I think before this summer Jaden was a strong lean for UConn, but as the summer has progressed he is rising up the rankings due to his demonstrable stronger play, and he's finally getting all the attention that any college bound player covets, and it must feel good to be Jaden right about now. Lot'a variables, see how it plays out.
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Recruiting is fluid and we are dealing with 18-19 year old kids. As time goes by the kids get pitched by a bunch of schools by people who are experts at recruiting. Coaches get paid a lot of money but a job that depends on the commitment and performance of teenagers and young men has to be tough way to make a living.
 
uconnever said:
I actually agree with titletown, and it really doesn't matter because when a kid commits, that's when we all know for sure. Everything before that doesn't really even matter.
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As with most things in life, the horse race doesn't matter.

But it can be fun to follow.
 
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CL82 said:
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Wait...What did you just say?​
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He said the weather in Palo Alto is better than Storrs. I moved out here in 1990 and only moved to NYC out of necessity. Nevertheless, managed to make my way back and sure not planning to cross the Rockies again.
Not sure I would spend a week in Durham unless I was imprisoned. Even then I think they would need a suicide watch to prevent me from prematurely ending my stay.
 
pj said:
We don't have a 2018 scholarship.
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If he wanted to come to UConn for 2018, they would have made room for him - if not there is a wrong driver at the wheel
This is the same thing ANY coach at UConn did or is going to face since the BE downfall - lots of talk and hope at first but when the big P5 boys start sniffing - UConn is a distant memory
Things aren't going to change overnight just because of a coaching change - as far as this type of situation is concerned
Things with the current team will most likely improve and in order to recruit better - the team has to get better
 
gtcam said:
If he wanted to come to UConn for 2018, they would have made room for him - if not there is a wrong driver at the wheel
This is the same thing ANY coach at UConn did or is going to face since the BE downfall - lots of talk and hope at first but when the big P5 boys start sniffing - UConn is a distant memory
Things aren't going to change overnight just because of a coaching change - as far as this type of situation is concerned
Things with the current team will most likely improve and in order to recruit better - the team has to get better
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He may still want to come for 2018. Who would you kick out to make room?

I personally doubt Hurley would kick anyone out. And I doubt any players would voluntarily leave.
 
Not sure why Duke is pushing 2018 when the class they have coming in is top notch. Zion will be the four on Duke and no way Jaiden will beat him out but could be a solid bench guy for them.

I wish he would stay in the class of 2019, but I can't blame him if he goes to Duke, but would be less then thrilled
 
I'd love to get a few top 50 players to sign ASAP! But if not, my desire is for Uconn to get some recruits that can help us immediately start winning again. Its time for us to get out of the wilderness.
 
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pj said:
He may still want to come for 2018. Who would you kick out to make room?

I personally doubt Hurley would kick anyone out. And I doubt any players would voluntarily leave.
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People laughed when I said we were still recruiting for 2018.
 
Chief00 said:
People laughed when I said we were still recruiting for 2018.
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Interesting news, but how would a scholarship be freed up? Since everyone is attending summer school, haven't they already started using scholarships for 2018? If so there may be no scholarships even if someone leaves. He might have to come as a walk-on.

It would be great if Jaiden could arrive this fall. He'd add value immediately.

I don't get Duke as a destination with RJ Barrett, Cam Reddish, and Zion Williamson in the class of 2018. But, it must be fun to be courted.
 
pj said:
Interesting news, but how would a scholarship be freed up? Since everyone is attending summer school, haven't they already started using scholarships for 2018? If so there may be no scholarships even if someone leaves. He might have to come as a walk-on.
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If someone transferred before fall classes, Delaire could receive that scholarship
 
gtcam said:
If he wanted to come to UConn for 2018, they would have made room for him - if not there is a wrong driver at the wheel
This is the same thing ANY coach at UConn did or is going to face since the BE downfall - lots of talk and hope at first but when the big P5 boys start sniffing - UConn is a distant memory
Things aren't going to change overnight just because of a coaching change - as far as this type of situation is concerned
Things with the current team will most likely improve and in order to recruit better - the team has to get better
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Disagree.

I think it's as simple as we'll already have 3 players that have very similar body types and games.

Sid, Polley, and I think you all know the soon-to-be third
 
The one recruitment that will be telling for Hurley is the Achiuwa one.

We are strong on him and the feeling is mutual from all accounts. We need to secure Precious or else the optics aren’t good.
 
pj said:
Interesting news, but how would a scholarship be freed up? Since everyone is attending summer school, haven't they already started using scholarships for 2018? If so there may be no scholarships even if someone leaves. He might have to come as a walk-on.

It would be great if Jaiden could arrive this fall. He'd add value immediately.

I don't get Duke as a destination with RJ Barrett, Cam Reddish, and Zion Williamson in the class of 2018. But, it must be fun to be courted.
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Lots of things could happen between now and when the Fall semester starts.
 
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He's a kid and there are myriad reasons why UConn may not be prominently mentioned.
Maybe Hurley's backed off.
Maybe he's overwhelmed with the attention from the "big names".
Maybe he believes he won't be good enough to leave early so why not get a Stanford degree.
Maybe we have no idea what motivates and leads a kid to do the things we believe are rational.
 
Not getting a guy who is from Connecticut is not a big deal. I don't understand why some people think it is. Going AWAY to college is part of the experience. Maybe for Delaire this is a factor. He wants to get out of CT and see and experience a new enviroment. Can't blame the kid for deciding he would like to go to sunny California. I would like to get him of course, but there are other fish in the sea. Precious fish. I am still confident Hurley will bring in a good class, and that is quite an accomplishment considering the situation we are currently in, thanks to a guy whose name I won't mention because we are all getting tired of seeing it.
 
TitleTown said:
He was never a "UConn lean"! The so called "recruiting experts" on this board that have "inside knowledge" don't exactly have a stellar track record.
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A couple of odd comments alert me, then someone mentions you by name. I'm glad I still Ignore you.
 
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Mr. French said:
Weird, I remember you constantly claiming Hurley is focusing on 2019 and beyond.

It’s almost like you’re just saying stuff to vaguely fit whatever is going on...
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It is like a horoscope - vague enough comments that apply to every situation so either way the prediction is correct. They are recruiting for 2018 but not necessarily bringing someone in. And of course if someone does get brought in for 2018, the prediction is correct either way. And to your point, Hurley is recruiting for 2019 and beyond...what division 1 school is not recruiting for 2019 and beyond?
 
Marbles90 said:
It is like a horoscope - vague enough comments that apply to every situation so either way the prediction is correct. They are recruiting for 2018 but not necessarily bringing someone in. And of course if someone does get brought in for 2018, the prediction is correct either way. And to your point, Hurley is recruiting for 2019 and beyond...what division 1 school is not recruiting for 2019 and beyond?
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As he said, they are absolutely not stopping, or starting, the recruitment of a player who is right now considered in the class of 2019 but who has options to be 2018, though it remains to be seen if a player with recruitment already in process will decide to push up his timeline, depending of course on the coaching staff's assessment of their actual talent..
 
KSC94 said:
It'd be a toss up who I'd root harder against: Waters who never gave us the time of day, or Delaire who proclaimed he was a UConn fan only to bail
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I find that odd. When i was a kid i was a Uconn fan and if i were a big time recruit itd be an absolute no brainer. YOu wouldnt be able to get me to commit fast enough. Sure id visit other schools but in the end id be going to Uconn. I just find it weird to claim your a fan but you go somewhere else. Meh its just my thought process. I tend to naturally be an extremely loyal person.
 
TheChamps990411 said:
I find that odd. When i was a kid i was a Uconn fan and if i were a big time recruit itd be an absolute no brainer. YOu wouldnt be able to get me to commit fast enough. Sure id visit other schools but in the end id be going to Uconn. I just find it weird to claim your a fan but you go somewhere else. Meh its just my thought process. I tend to naturally be an extremely loyal person.
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I'm with you. We've heard all this talk about how he and his family love UConn.
Well, maybe not so much.

And where you go to school means very little regarding your draft chances and draft position, especially if Hurley is as advertised relative to player development.
 
Scrutiner said:
I'm with you. We've heard all this talk about how he and his family love UConn.
Well, maybe not so much.

And where you go to school means very little regarding your draft chances and draft position, especially if Hurley is as advertised relative to player development.
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All true, but let's not forget how old these guys are. They're still kids. Lot's of people telling them all kinds of things. I'm sure he was a Uconn fan growing up, but once the recruiting process really kicks in, they can get other ideas very quickly.
 
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