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Magruber said:
SC is just not a classy program so they have no level of shame and likely will fly that dumb flag and try to convince themselves that they were the best.
You just can't expect UCONN level class from programs way way behind us.
You can't expect a Chevy to perform like a Porsche. Two entirely different levels.
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I have a Porsche, but have you seen the new Corvette? Wow!!
 

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SCspur said:
Tons of great kids get cut from the USA teams so I’m not sure that’s a great point to lean back on. You’re and evaluator now? Didn’t know. Everyone is certainly entitled to their own opinions and I personally would have Rivers higher than Johnson. I maybe a little biased but I think Johnson is definitely top 10.
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Alydar said:
True, but not No 2 ranked "great kids".
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:eek:Actually it happens...... Moriah Jefferson got cut three times in 2009 (U16) , 2010 (U17) & 2011(U19) when she was the #2 player in the class.
 
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Magruber said:
SC is just not a classy program so they have no level of shame and likely will fly that dumb flag and try to convince themselves that they were the best.
You just can't expect UCONN level class from programs way way behind us.
You can't expect a Chevy to perform like a Porsche. Two entirely different levels.
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The aristocracy never considers the nouveau riche "classy. And that's pretty much the way it is between UConn and SCar.

Do I mind that your fanbase considers us to be vulgar climbers? No, because that's just the way it is. You're pretty much right that we have no level of shame. Nevertheless, we will continue to Crow. It's what Gamecocks do. Chevy/Porsche? Okay by me.

The only thing I disagree with is that we are trying to "convince [our]selves that [we] were the best." Nope. Our team convinced our fanbase that they were the best. Can you convince us otherwise by saying we aren't classy? No. We'll wear the "classless" label if you want.
 
visitingcock said:
Since champions were crowned during those few years, UConn was not number one in the final polls, whereas . . .. But no, we were not the champs when the dust settled even though we were number 1. :D
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Just having some fun here. The fact is that NCAA trophies are awarded to the tournament winner and that has nothing to do with the regular season. The AP's final ranking comes out before the tournament so if 2020 is to be awarded based on regular seasons and conference tournaments then they should do it every year in addition to the NCAA tournament trophy. I'll support S Car's 2020 AP championship on the day the AP sends UConn trophies for all their AP titles.
 
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Sluconn Husky said:
Extended clips from last weekend's AAU tourney:

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If this young lady continues to grow and develop, she's going to be an "elite' player for for sure, regardless of the program she chooses to play for. She's already 6-2, and may not be through growing. If you're a coach, how would you like to have 7 of her? :rolleyes:

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She appears to having her shot blocking technique and timing down pat. She blocks shots WITHOUT fouling. That is a talent she'll take to the next level. Not saying that I wouldn't like to see her at UConn, But I see her more at a program like Baylor or South Carolina. Remember her name. Ranked #3 in her class, right behind UConn commit Isuneh "ICE" Brady. I have a feeling we'll be reading about her frequently in the near future.
 
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jabstep said:
Who was the coach that cut her? Question their judgement not Moriah's ability.
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USA basketball coaches are intentionally not involved in the selection of the team members. It was 3 different selection committees that decided that Moriah was not worthy. Jen Rizzotti was head coach and and Sue Semrau an assistant for U19. To be fair you may be remembering college Moriah as opposed to HS Moriah. Here is the list of guards that the committee selected over Moriah:
Ariel Massengale (3X), Alexia Standish (1X) Jordan Adams (3X), Jewell Loyd (1X), Bria Smith (1X), Bria Hartley (1X), Diamond DeShields (1X) & Alexis Jones (1X)
 
Drumguy said:
This made me laugh.
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What was I thinking? I'm glad I was able to provide you a bit of levity. I should have caught that error the 2 times I proofread that before pressing save. :( It probably won't be the last time.

That should be F-O-U-L-I-N-G. The thought remains the same. She's not going to forget how to block shots after she gets to college. There's a technique to blocking shots without fouling, she's learned it, and it will serve her well at the next level. ;)
 
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Ozimoto said:
I'm sure our friends from the Golden Dome are all over her as she is from Fort Wayne.
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I would be surprised if she leaves Indiana. If She does not go commit to ND, I think there will be some questioning about Ivey's ability to recruit, at this time in her career, if she can't get the top Indiana recruit to commit to ND.
 
donalddoowop said:
I would be surprised if she leaves Indiana. If She does not go commit to ND, I think there will be some questioning about Ivey's ability to recruit, at this time in her career, if she can't get the top Indiana recruit to commit to ND.
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Eh. I don't think that's fair. For some kids, going to college in their hometown just isn't the experience that they want.
 
donalddoowop said:
If She does not go commit to ND, I think there will be some questioning about Ivey's ability to recruit, at this time in her career, if she can't get the top Indiana recruit to commit to ND.
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She really hit the ground running and has gotten off to a great start recruiting. I would think that would buy her some good will for a while.

This is completely unscientific, but I would guess it's close to 50/50 on top recruits staying close to home. Different priorities for different recruits.
 
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nwhoopfan said:
She really hit the ground running and has gotten off to a great start recruiting. I would think that would buy her some good will for a while.

This is completely unscientific, but I would guess it's close to 50/50 on top recruits staying close to home. Different priorities for different recruits.
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Wow..way to go out on the ledge.... :D
 
donalddoowop said:
I would be surprised if she leaves Indiana. If She does not go commit to ND, I think there will be some questioning about Ivey's ability to recruit, at this time in her career, if she can't get the top Indiana recruit to commit to ND.
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How does this compare to Geno missing on Boston then following up with one of the best recruiting classes in many years? I think its too early to not give Ivey some runway.
 
HopJim said:
How does this compare to Geno missing on Boston then following up with one of the best recruiting classes in many years? I think its too early to not give Ivey some runway.
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Geno has proven to be an excellent recruiter while Ivey is just starting. I made the post with the thought in mind of reading a number of posts stating that Ivey's name will draw top recruits. If that is true I would think that she would get the top recruit in her state. Personally, I would not question her ability to recruit, but based on posts I've read here, there are those who would.
 
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donalddoowop said:
Geno has proven to be an excellent recruiter while Ivey is just starting. I made the post with the thought in mind of reading a number of posts stating that Ivey name will draw top recruits. If that is true I would think that she would get the top recruit in her state. Personally, I would not question her ability to recruit, but based on posts I've read here, there are those who would.
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Ivey, like Kara Lawson will get her share of the top recruits. The schools sell themselves. Both schools have a long and proud history and tradition of academic excellence. Ivey and her coaches know how to recruit elite top ranked athletes.

As you know, some players are predisposed to play for certain coaches, or certain programs. They don’t have to be recruited, just offered, i.e., Aaliyah Edwards or Paige “Buckets” Bueckers.
 
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HopJim said:
How does this compare to Geno missing on Boston then following up with one of the best recruiting classes in many years? I think its too early to not give Ivey some runway.
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Boston is a bad example. She went to HS in Mass but her home is in the Virgin Islands.
 
Alydar said:
Boston is a bad example. She went to HS in Mass but her home is in the Virgin Islands.
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Boston was “Shanghaied“ at the 11th hour by Joelette Law, Dawn’s lead recruiter. I have no inside information or personal knowledge about the dynamics that lead up to Boston committing to SC, but I think Law (and Dawn) got Boston through her mother.

Some serious “bonding” went on with player and parent during her recruitment. Many of us thought Boston was a UConn lean (including me). I was as upset over losing her as I was Charli Collier. :(

The deal was sealed during their campus visit when the Boston entourage was received and honored with a no holds bared traditional Virgin Islands dinner (probably with soft island music playing in the background).
 
nwhoopfan said:
She really hit the ground running and has gotten off to a great start recruiting. I would think that would buy her some good will for a while.

This is completely unscientific, but I would guess it's close to 50/50 on top recruits staying close to home. Different priorities for different recruits.
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Yep!! It’s hard to pry players out of Texas, especially now that Vic Schaefer is at Texas, making that program relevant and attractive again.
 
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jabstep said:
Do birds of a feather flock together is the question?
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In THIS instance, I sure hope so. They could do some very special things during their 3 years together. :)
 
JonathanXIV said:
Really? You don't find that just a little embarrassing? :confused:
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That was the last nail in that season...the No.1 ranking was the last thing standing...and you would be embarrassed ???? Your statement is embarrassing.....
 
Magruber said:
SC is just not a classy program so they have no level of shame and likely will fly that dumb flag and try to convince themselves that they were the best.
You just can't expect UCONN level class from programs way way behind us.
You can't expect a Chevy to perform like a Porsche. Two entirely different levels.
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Again...it was the last thing that was standing in seasons end. They were the last No.1 team and that is all you can take from that season. The last team standing at No.1 in a regular season with a tournament would be crowned No.1....you people are so jealous of South Carolina now....wow...They have arrived on the big stage and are now the top dog until someone knocks them off that perch. Deal with it.....
 
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