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NJHoops said:
Right, which is way different than they “posted to him yesterday on instagram.”
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Seems like we are getting caught up in the weeds on this point. We obviously are recruiting him hard and sent him a message which he liked enough to post with a few others. Timing is there and I feel strongly he is going to reclassify. Does anyone on here really think if he does reclass we don't have a very strong shot? Then shouldn't we be cautiously excited?
 
NJHoops said:
UConn did not post anything to a recruit on Instagram. That’s kind of not allowed.

This is how you manage a situation like this. It’s a positive outcome for both the team and player, and everyone gets to feel good about how it was handled.

The way Mo is talking about it- how he appreciates how the staff communicated with him, how he still feels a part of the team and can see a future with this path- shows it was dealt with appropriately.
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Not many kids graduate college with coaching experience. Between UConn, coming from a northeast prep powerhouse, and NY Jayhawks connections, I’m sure he’ll hit the ground running in his coaching career. Glad he’s still set up for success after graduating.

Hey @husky429 you need an assistant? Lol
 
cap10mayhem said:
Seems like we are getting caught up in the weeds on this point. We obviously are recruiting him hard and sent him a message which he liked enough to post with a few others. Timing is there and I feel strongly he is going to reclassify. Does anyone on here really think if he does reclass we don't have a very strong shot? Then shouldn't we be cautiously excited?
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I’m clearly just talking about things that are recruiting violations and things that are not.

My comment had nothing to do with their level of interest in him.
 
cap10mayhem said:
Logic, I like it. Why choose Rutgers over UConn? He's supposed to have some news coming up and I think it was Chiep said "good news coming soon" on here. Why would we spend all this effort to open a scholly for a second tier prospect, it's possible but unlucky? What other top options are realistic out there? Why expose your hand that you have another open scholly now if there wasn't a reason? Ironic that Cliff has a camp this weekend Hurley is going to be at.

Logically it makes sense. Doesn't mean it's going to happen.

Please run me over with the Boneyard Truck at full speed when it doesn't happen because if and when it does you bet I'm going to be boasting!
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Chiep doesn’t recall saying “good news coming soon” but 1000% agrees with your logic. It seems quite plausible.

And Chiep will stand with you for the truck hit. If it does then boast away.

For the next 8+ years Chiep can claim he called Cliff in 2019. Kinda like Dre in 2011.
 
Chiep said:
Chiep doesn’t recall saying “good news coming soon” but 1000% agrees with your logic. It seems quite plausible.

And Chiep will stand with you for the truck hit. If it does then boast away.

For the next 8+ years Chiep can claim he called Cliff in 2019. Kinda like Dre in 2011.
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Sorry Chiep it was KMart that said good news soon.......but welcome to team CLIFF FOR '19
 
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Stainmaster said:
Have you been ignoring what posters with links to what goes on behind the scenes have been saying about Valdir Manuel? Calling him a “second tier prospect” is a little harsh, by the way.
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Have to agree with the harshness. Chiep would be happy with either although, as stated earlier, feels Cliff has a little more upside.

In any case, Hurley is truly impressive. Chiep hopes we have many many years of enjoying his coaching.
 
In all honesty I think we would all take and be happy with either. Me suggesting Cliff is in another tier, in my opinion, doesn't mean I wouldn't want him. I would certainly prefer Cliff who I believe to be the better recruit on many levels including higher profile which is important when (re)building a program. Beggers can't be choosers though if we get Valdir that would make my prediction wrong and disappointing!
 
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cap10mayhem said:
Logic, I like it. Why choose Rutgers over UConn? He's supposed to have some news coming up and I think it was Chiep said "good news coming soon" on here. Why would we spend all this effort to open a scholly for a second tier prospect, it's possible but unlucky? What other top options are realistic out there? Why expose your hand that you have another open scholly now if there wasn't a reason? Ironic that Cliff has a camp this weekend Hurley is going to be at.

Logically it makes sense. Doesn't mean it's going to happen.

Please run me over with the Boneyard Truck at full speed when it doesn't happen because if and when it does you bet I'm going to be boasting!
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"All this effort?" We got a guy who was never going to be able to play again to quit voluntarily before we pushed him out. I don't understand the thought that we were going to carry a guy who was never going to be able to play for another year except that we have someone really good in mind.
 
Timing is interesting. Why not sooner? Why now? Is it really news that he wasn't going to be able to play. Sure by itself it could be just coincidence. Everything else considered....
 
cap10mayhem said:
Timing is interesting. Why not sooner? Why now? Is it really news that he wasn't going to be able to play. Sure by itself it could be just coincidence. Everything else considered....
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Considering he had classes I am sure they waited until the end of the semester for medical and the Diarra family to make the decision and announcement.
 
Austin316 said:
Considering he had classes I am sure they waited until the end of the semester for medical and the Diarra family to make the decision and announcement.
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Probably right. Then again when I had classes I talked to my family regularly. I can't see why he would have had to wait to talk to his family.
 
cap10mayhem said:
Timing is interesting. Why not sooner? Why now? Is it really news that he wasn't going to be able to play. Sure by itself it could be just coincidence. Everything else considered....
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businesslawyer said:
"All this effort?" We got a guy who was never going to be able to play again to quit voluntarily before we pushed him out. I don't understand the thought that we were going to carry a guy who was never going to be able to play for another year except that we have someone really good in mind.
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This really undersells what went on to get to the current point. Sure, they could have pushed him out, forced a transfer where some school would have taken a chance on him. That was the easy route, but certainly not one this staff prefers to take and definitely not in the best interest of the player and the team. There was work involved to get the medical documentation, to secure the scholarship for him, and to get everyone on board. You mess that up, and you risk ruining relationships with your guys.
 
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NJHoops said:
This really undersells what went on to get to the current point. Sure, they could have pushed him out, forced a transfer where some school would have taken a chance on him. That was the easy route, but certainly not one this staff prefers to take and definitely not in the best interest of the player and the team. There was work involved to get the medical documentation, to secure the scholarship for him, and to get everyone on board. You mess that up, and you risk ruining relationships with your guys.
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Sounds like win-win.
 
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It's a sad way to end your playing career, but it says a lot about Diarra's character thet he's willing to accept a new role. The comments from his coach at PSA also speak volumes about the way everyone at UCONN has handled the situation. The goodwill that Hurley has established here will benefit the program ten fold with HS and prep coaches.

As for Mamadou, he just became one of my favorite Huskies of all time. His dreams for the future have reluctantly changed for him, but I have no doubt this move will set him up with a bright future in coaching. It's a different dream for him now, but one that will insure him a bright future going forward in the sport he loves. Props to Hurley and everyone at UCONN for making this happen. I'm sure Hurley will do everything possible to help Diarra secure an assistant coaching job after his UCONN career is over. Best of luck to this young man, a true Husky forever.
 
cap10mayhem said:
Probably right. Then again when I had classes I talked to my family regularly. I can't see why he would have had to wait to talk to his family.
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Because he is on a basketball scholarship. There is paperwork that needs to be completed, medical clearance, and I am sure the compliance program needs to be involved with his transition. It isn’t as easy as “hey kid your off the team.” Let the kid concentrate on the reason for why is there - to earn a degree.
 
businesslawyer said:
"All this effort?" We got a guy who was never going to be able to play again to quit voluntarily before we pushed him out. I don't understand the thought that we were going to carry a guy who was never going to be able to play for another year except that we have someone really good in mind.
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Mamadou had to realize he could not play anymore. At his age who wants to accept that as fact and not try to go one more time?
 
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