Some Guy: UConn close to signing Hurley

[MattMang23]

I have a question. Why is it the State of Rhode Island (and Providence Plantations, but let's forget that part) and, with so many islands, not the State of Rhode Islands?

 

[Son of Robert]

Rumor has it Richard Simmons is following him here from Rhody.

That guy is too old and has the wrong voice for this job.

Seriously, does anyone know who the S and C coach will be?

 

[Adios]

I have a question. Why is it the State of Rhode Island (and Providence Plantations, but let's forget that part) and, with so many islands, not the State of Rhode Islands?

Rhode Island Name Origin | What does "Rhode Island" mean?

The earth was flat back then for some people.

 

[MattMang23]

Rhode Island Name Origin | What does "Rhode Island" mean?

The earth was flat back then for some people.

But why not Rhode Archipelago? It's more than one island... and most of the state isn't an island at all...

 

[ctchamps]

Hurley and Young will sign Lecque. Book it. And when it gets close to that time that thread can surpass this one.

And if it's a fail and that failure causes that thread to surpass this one, we'll need a vote whether we should reprise this one. I vote yes. Too early to give up on the mojo.

 

[CL82]

I'm just going to have a big smile on my face when i see him in Gampel on the 1st game of the year. I know it'll take time to build but I'm hoping we can at least be competitive and I know Hurley will demand that from the players.

The past 2 seasons with Ollie I felt like we never had a chance in the big games even before tip, and that was depressing. With Hurley, even if the talent is roughly the same for next season, I know he'll demand passion and intensity which always gives you a fighting chance in CBB

I'm going to have a big smile the first time I see him working a ref after a bad call. Huge, actually.

 

[intlzncster]

I did like this bit from Terino:

Terino says college basketball is dirty. He said he has seen it at every school and under every coach, but did point out that he never saw it under Hurley.

“He did not socialize with the alums. He kept to himself,” said Terino. “He was clean.”

Although, being perfectly honest, it does limit upside somewhat.

 

[jcp33]

I'm going to have a big smile the first time I see him working a ref after a bad call. Huge, actually.

Oh you mean like this? Yep, can't wait either

 

[Windsorlocks]

But why not Rhode Archipelago? It's more than one island... and most of the state isn't an island at all...

The royal charter for Rhode Island was granted in 1663, not 1633 as the article misstated. Small matter, especially when one considers nobody knows where Ct. ends and RI begins.

Connecticut – Mapping Sovereignty

Between Rhode Island and Connecticut, Just a Question Mark

 

[junglehusky]

Rhode Island Name Origin | What does "Rhode Island" mean?

The earth was flat back then for some people.

Kyrie Irving?

 

[MattMang23]

Does anyone know what the FGCU basketball board is so I can follow their coaching search? With all the drama of Rhody's search I am hooked on following these things!

 

[temery]

I enjoy T L;DR

Larrier;dr

Fixing the annoying initials is good. But please don’t turn HCVV into just Diaco.

Roadhouse (said in the voice of Peter Griffin)

Worth noting: I have no memory of making the D H change, or typing the reply to your post. My kids must be getting onto my computer when I'm not around.

 

[UCDaveD]

Rhode Island exists by Connecticut’s good graces and should act accordingly.

 

[RipCity]

I have to agree. Not positive that Rhode Iskand is a state. I always picture them as a cock fighting ring disguised as a state.

 

[intlzncster]

Rhode Island exists by Connecticut’s good graces and should act accordingly.

The whole concept of CT and RI in a pissing contest is hilarious.

 

[Guapo]

The whole concept of CT and RI in a pissing contest is hilarious.

It's past midnight.

I am here for this thread.

 

[minidarren]

It's past midnight.

I am here for this thread.

I'm here for you... this thread.

 

[MattMang23]

Good morning Connecticut! (And parts of Rhode Archipelago that might actually be part of Connecticut.)

 

[tzznandrew]

Good morning Connecticut! (And parts of Rhode Archipelago that might actually be part of Connecticut.)

 

[Tyler2Rings]

Small matter, especially when one considers nobody knows where Ct. ends and RI begins.

CT and RI fought over Stonington, Westerly, and Wickford for decades. Part of the lore behind the Stonington/Westerly Thanksgiving football game.

From your article linked:
"By 1720, news of the agitation reached the ears of King George I, who threatened to revoke the charters and cede both colonies to New Hampshire before he ultimately decided in favor of Connecticut."

This was the colonial equivalent of telling your kids that if they can't share a toy neither of them will get it.

 

[TJT]

Has it yet been explained where the 11.5 million dollars UConn is going to have to pay (buyouts with the firing/hiring) is coming from? That is a lot of money for a department that is experiencing shrinking revenues. As near as I can tell, 10.5M may have to potentially be paid Ollie and 1M paid to URI for Hurley's buyout. While UConn is fighting the Ollie amount, my gut tells me he will have a strong claim on all or near all of it. Add in the legal fees surrounding the KO dismissal and it could end up even more.

 

[JMick]

Has it yet been explained where the 11.5 million dollars UConn is going to have to pay (buyouts with the firing/hiring) is coming from? That is a lot of money for a department that is experiencing shrinking revenues. As near as I can tell, 10.5M may have to potentially be paid Ollie and 1M paid to URI for Hurley's buyout. While UConn is fighting the Ollie amount, my gut tells me he will have a strong claim on all or near all of it. Add in the legal fees surrounding the KO dismissal and it could end up even more.

gracious boosters who want to see UConn back on top

 

[TJT]

gracious boosters who want to see UConn back on top

Are you suggesting that just a few boosters are coming up with such a large amount? Who are they? That is serious money and most people that give that type of money usually want their name on a building for posterity sake. They don't get that with this situation.

 

[CL82]

. While UConn is fighting the Ollie amount, my gut tells me he will have a strong claim on all or near all of it.

Oh well if your gut says so....

#idiot

 

[JMick]

Are you suggesting that just a few boosters are coming up with such a large amount? Who are they? That is serious money and most people that give that type of money usually want their name on a building for posterity sake. They don't get that with this situation.

I have zero specifics on the buyout in terms of who and how much. No one is really talking about it since the process isn't completed. I'm sure more info will get out to the media and some people here when it's finalized.

I also see no way it's close to the full amount