Bledsoe to UK -- What Next?
The big news this morning is the apparent matriculation of Eric Bledsoe to UK, and I don't think there is anyone in the Big Blue Nation who is not excited at the prospect of having a five-star freshman point guard on the UK team next year. We still do not know what will happen with John Wall, but it's hard to imagine that this news will not have some kind of impact on Wall's decision-making process. With that said, it still appears quite possible that UK could wind up with both players. If so, I think this recruiting class would break all records as to the most highly-touted freshmen assembled in one year at the college level.
It is truly an amazing reversal of fortune to see a Kentucky program that failed to make the NCAA last year starting out the next year likely ranked in the top ten, depending on what happens with Patterson and Meeks. I am fairly confident the young man pictured to the left will be coming back for another shot at UK glory, and the idea of having a good ball-handler and distributor like Bledsoe hitting Meeks on the wing for wide-open jump shots makes October seem so achingly distant. I love the summertime, but this summer may well wind up being the longest in history for Wildcat basketball fans.
One thing that this commitment does (and I am working off the assumption that so many people deeply connected with UK and college basketball recruiting can't all be wrong at the same time) is take the pressure off of getting John Wall. Wall has just become a dead luxury rather than a necessity. Bledsoe is not as good as Wall, at least at the high school level, but he is surely good enough.
But with all that said, one thing that neither Wall nor Bledsoe have is a reliable jump shot. I haven't seen that much of Wall, but I saw Bledsoe in person in the Kentucky Derby Festival Classic, and his jump shot is very ugly right now, and needs a lot of work. The good news is, Bledsoe is perhaps a better finisher at the rim than Wall is. He is so strong in his upper body and is absolutely not afraid of contact -- the perfect penetrating point guard for the Dribble Drive Motion Offense. He will no doubt teach some of the UK players a thing or two about playing through the contact, as John Calipari teaches. Wall is the faster and more athletic of the two, but Bledsoe appears to be much stronger physically.
It is really very good to see UK getting almost every player they want again. I frankly had come to believe that those days were over, but I am very pleased to find that I was mistaken in that conclusion. If this kind of recruiting continues year over year, there is no reason whatever that UK cannot contend for a national championship almost every year, something that we have seen lately from North Carolina and Kansas. It's about time the most storied program in college basketball history got back in the big-time game, and it's looking more and more like we got there pretty quick (even though it seems like an eternity to most Wildcat fans). As of this moment, Kentucky basketball has a workable roster to make a deep run in the NCAA, has at least a 4-star player at every single position on the floor, and has arguably achieved the best recruiting class in the nation.
Ladies and gentlemen of the Big Blue Nation, we have a point guard. The pieces to the puzzle are almost all there, the last ones being Jodie and Patrick. All Coach Calipari has to do is assemble them into a contender. I'm sure that's a job he can't wait to start.
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Wayne Turner had an ugly jump shot too
If Bledsoe ends up with as many wins in his college career as Turner, I think we’ll all be more than satisfied.
I had become increasingly worried about our point guard situation. I thought it was the proverbial “Bird in the hand worth two in the bush.” My fear was that Bledsoe would get tired of waiting for Wall and would go somewhere else, then Wall would end up at a different school as well.
Now we have a robust class coming in and plenty of scholarships opening up next year for Coach Cal to go out and get another stellar group. Its truly an exciting time to be a UK fan.
Of course its difficult, its a shortcut... if it was easy it'd just be "the way."
by chirop1 on May 6, 2009 8:04 AM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Wayne Turner is one of my favorite all time Wildcats
I had a class with him too.
Envy our past......Fear our future
by btcoop71 on May 6, 2009 8:09 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Still waiting for presser but.....
if 100% true…this news and the prospects for the 09-10 team are simply awesome; especially if Meeks and Patterson return. “The Kentucky Wildcat Brand” is looking very healthy. Calipari’s ability to bring in the high level players is also remarkable.
Also, I am looking forward to seeing Pilgram play. Reports indicate he is a beast.
by blue oregon on May 6, 2009 8:24 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Pilgrim
He was the most dominant player on the floor at Midnight Madness
by bballbrown on May 6, 2009 12:56 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Which means nothing at all
Midnight Madness isnt even as competitive as these guys playing pickup basketball.
DEEETROIT BASKETBALLL!!!
by davw83 on May 6, 2009 2:26 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I'll believe it when I see it
I refuse to believe internet scuttlebutt that says a transfer from Hampton is our most dominant big man.
Remember… these are the same sorts of rumors that said JP Blevins would be lighting up the court and Shagari Alleyne was ready to contribute big minutes.
Of course its difficult, its a shortcut... if it was easy it'd just be "the way."
by chirop1 on May 6, 2009 2:56 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Rumors
They also said that Carrier was going to explode ever year after he lit it up in the summer pick up games.
DEEETROIT BASKETBALLL!!!
by davw83 on May 6, 2009 3:27 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
That's right
Carrier was the other one I was trying to remember.
Of course its difficult, its a shortcut... if it was easy it'd just be "the way."
by chirop1 on May 6, 2009 3:40 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I Can't Remember Which Game
But the fans went nuts this past year when he came out on the floor. Guys were chanting, he seemed a little surprised but he was loving it.
by ben-p on May 6, 2009 8:52 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I was at that game.
Think it was the Auburn game.
Of course its difficult, its a shortcut... if it was easy it'd just be "the way."
by chirop1 on May 6, 2009 9:10 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
So....now that we SEEM to have Bledsoe in camp
does anyone believe that we now have Wall too as is being reported??
Remember, we're having fun now!!!
by ALLBLUCAT on May 6, 2009 8:55 AM EDT reply actions 0 recs
I...
don’t see why it would affect Wall’s decision, he knows he will be the starter if he chooses us. If the situation had been reversed and Wall had committed first, then I think that may have played into Bledsoe’s decision.
The Spork, I'm two things in one.
by the spork on May 6, 2009 8:58 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
If Bledsoe is a Cat and Wall comes too- sweetest icing on the cake. If not, we still have the positions covered.
by blue oregon on May 6, 2009 9:07 AM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Our...
recruiting class, which as of now is 5 players at each position, could potentially start for most teams. We don’t need Wall, but, like you said, it would be the icing.
The Spork, I'm two things in one.
by the spork on May 6, 2009 9:11 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Hopefully blueoregon
That smile you were saving is being used now. :-)
Blue, there is no other color to Bleed !!!
by a2d2 on May 6, 2009 9:30 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Exciting news....
I surely hope for no surprises and Bledsoe in fact does commit. The good vibes keep on rolling in with our new coach.
Congrats Coach Cal!
Slower Traffic Keep Right!
by SevenRings on May 6, 2009 9:11 AM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Told you so, Tru.
My irrational mania produced by an abudence of blue blood wins again over thoughtful analytic analysis!
Three cheers for unreasonable expectations that come true!!!!
by Strangeite on May 6, 2009 9:14 AM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Tru, we have all decided that
we truly appreciate your conservative approach to expectations….and that there should be a calming force out here in the Big Blue Nation that stands out as the voice of reason in times of hysteria and outright nonsense…….however in this case we all stand and say…….nahnah nahnah nah nah…..lol….I am glad you were off a little bit on this one….
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by ALLBLUCAT on May 6, 2009 9:26 AM EDT reply actions 0 recs
I don't say that ABC
not in my character :-)
Blue, there is no other color to Bleed !!!
by a2d2 on May 6, 2009 9:55 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
you NEVER say anything like that a2....lol
unless your’e aggravating me…..lol
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by ALLBLUCAT on May 6, 2009 9:57 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
never said it to you either :-)
Blue, there is no other color to Bleed !!!
by a2d2 on May 6, 2009 9:59 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I am in too good a mood this morning to fight.....
YET!…so I am going to defer to you about anythiing you like this morning a2..lol…..actually as soon as 11:15 gets here I may take the rest of the day off to celebrate….
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by ALLBLUCAT on May 6, 2009 10:01 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Fine ...
… as long as I get my “nya-nya’s” in for the Henrys. That’s 2-1. :-)
A Sea of Blue -- Kentucky Sports for the Discerning Fan
by Truzenzuzex on May 6, 2009 10:49 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
ok....have to let that one go......lol
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by ALLBLUCAT on May 6, 2009 11:21 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Bledsoe Announcement
Anyone know if the Bledsoe announcement is going to be on the internet?
I know we watched Xavier pick Kansas. I am hoping I could watch Bledsoe put on the Wildcat hat.
flat-tops and mid-range jumpers.
by the monster mash on May 6, 2009 9:49 AM EDT reply actions 0 recs
supposedly it will be on
www.myfoxmemphis.com ….that comes from KSR/TrueBlueKentucky/KentuckyInk
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by ALLBLUCAT on May 6, 2009 9:51 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Thanks
flat-tops and mid-range jumpers.
by the monster mash on May 6, 2009 9:52 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Just confirmed it on their website....they are broadcasting it
on the net…
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by ALLBLUCAT on May 6, 2009 9:59 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Thanks for the link ABC
up and running….. Kinda miss the door and the gate though that my fox Memphis brought to us non-stop. LOL
Blue, there is no other color to Bleed !!!
by a2d2 on May 6, 2009 10:11 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I can't believe no one from Lex hustled down there last night after
the word came out about him notifying UK
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by ALLBLUCAT on May 6, 2009 9:52 AM EDT reply actions 0 recs
If you want feel more fandom
check out this video again. Now seems like a perfect time. The Calipari Era…….
Blue, there is no other color to Bleed !!!
by a2d2 on May 6, 2009 9:52 AM EDT reply actions 0 recs
WOW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
This is so well done. From the video cuts to the music. I got chills watching it. I watched it twice, the second time I turned my speakers way, way up. The walls were rattling but man was it great to see & hear. I wish the season started next month. I am so pumped. Everyone – this is a must watch.
by Bluegilla on May 6, 2009 10:37 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
lol once is not ENOUGH, I know.. :-)
Blue, there is no other color to Bleed !!!
by a2d2 on May 6, 2009 10:37 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
feakin amazing!
i love vids like this! turn ur speakers up and especially your bass if you can!
by ky1wildcats7 on May 6, 2009 1:19 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
you all keep making me want to see it again,
for umpteen millionth time….lol
It is really awesome, back in 2 min ….. lol
Blue, there is no other color to Bleed !!!
by a2d2 on May 6, 2009 1:24 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Did anyone see anything else
about the Sidney kid going to MSU……supposedly it’s up in the air there now too….Vaccaro may have put this kid’s life on hold for a year or two….not good…
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by ALLBLUCAT on May 6, 2009 9:56 AM EDT reply actions 0 recs
I saw that yesterday.
There are apparently some questions about how his parents managed to move into a $2 million house in Mississippi and afford some $5K/month in rent.
Man is least himself when he talks in his own person. Give him a mask, and he will tell you the truth.
--O.W.
by blbskue on May 6, 2009 10:02 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I should add
since Sidney’s father apparently works as an assistant of sorts (I can’t remember the title, but basically he rolls patients on gurnies around, etc.). That’s certainly respectable work, but doesn’t seem to afford one $5K/month for rent.
Man is least himself when he talks in his own person. Give him a mask, and he will tell you the truth.
--O.W.
by blbskue on May 6, 2009 10:05 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I read that
he is a medical assistant…..something about patient transport….my brother-in-law is a certified paramedic on a care flight service with his pilot’s license and he does’nt make enough to afford that house with me making the payments for him….lol
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by ALLBLUCAT on May 6, 2009 10:07 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
That's certainly good news
Having a real point guard should improve things quite a bit next season.
I like important stuff just as much as the next guy, but please, for a little while, deliver us from meaning, baseball. That's your greatest glory, and we thank you for it very, very much. -- Craig Calcaterra
by JLeverenz on May 6, 2009 10:02 AM EDT reply actions 0 recs
That, my friend,
is the understatement of the century.
by tooblue on May 6, 2009 10:41 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
In which time zone is this 10 a.m. Bledsoe announcement?
by eeluk on May 6, 2009 10:16 AM EDT reply actions 0 recs
10am Central I believe
flat-tops and mid-range jumpers.
by the monster mash on May 6, 2009 10:18 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
CST --- 11EST
I think everyone thought someone else would be right on that :-)
Blue, there is no other color to Bleed !!!
by a2d2 on May 6, 2009 10:19 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
anybody
got a link to watch his presser?
GO BIG BLUE!! WE WILL BE BACK!!!
by KYCATS77 on May 6, 2009 10:28 AM EDT reply actions 0 recs
http://www.myfoxmemphis.com/
flat-tops and mid-range jumpers.
by the monster mash on May 6, 2009 10:29 AM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Did anyone
in their wildest imagination, think UK’s roster would look like it does now? I am including Jodie and PPat both, as of now? But still? I couldn’t even think about this scenario 2 months ago.
Blue, there is no other color to Bleed !!!
by a2d2 on May 6, 2009 10:30 AM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Good times
are back for sure!!!!!!!!
GO BIG BLUE!! WE WILL BE BACK!!!
by KYCATS77 on May 6, 2009 10:31 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
No doubt
I wonder what Liggins is thinking with the possibility of Bledsoe AND Wall coming to UK. I guess he’d probably transfer or ride the ole pine. You gotta feel for kids in his position though…
flat-tops and mid-range jumpers.
by the monster mash on May 6, 2009 10:52 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Who knows.
Liggins could play the 3 or 4 at times.
Man is least himself when he talks in his own person. Give him a mask, and he will tell you the truth.
--O.W.
by blbskue on May 6, 2009 11:11 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Bledsoe presser going now
http://www.myfoxmemphis.com/generic/video/streaming_1/Live_Stream_1
Man is least himself when he talks in his own person. Give him a mask, and he will tell you the truth.
--O.W.
by blbskue on May 6, 2009 11:01 AM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Just announced UK.
Man is least himself when he talks in his own person. Give him a mask, and he will tell you the truth.
--O.W.
by blbskue on May 6, 2009 11:01 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Put on a UK hat
Man is least himself when he talks in his own person. Give him a mask, and he will tell you the truth.
--O.W.
by blbskue on May 6, 2009 11:02 AM EDT reply actions 0 recs
GOT HIM!
flat-tops and mid-range jumpers.
by the monster mash on May 6, 2009 11:02 AM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Signed LOI
Man is least himself when he talks in his own person. Give him a mask, and he will tell you the truth.
--O.W.
by blbskue on May 6, 2009 11:02 AM EDT reply actions 0 recs
His Mom signed LOI too
Man is least himself when he talks in his own person. Give him a mask, and he will tell you the truth.
--O.W.
by blbskue on May 6, 2009 11:02 AM EDT reply actions 0 recs
The hat
OFFICIAL
Blue, there is no other color to Bleed !!!
by a2d2 on May 6, 2009 11:02 AM EDT reply actions 0 recs
MISSED IT!~!!! `
WTF? damn
I want to die while asleep like my grandfather,
not screaming in terror like the passengers in his car.
by bluecrip on May 6, 2009 11:02 AM EDT reply actions 0 recs
ASoB just exploded lol
Blue, there is no other color to Bleed !!!
by a2d2 on May 6, 2009 11:02 AM EDT reply actions 0 recs
a2d2
You are correct. You couldn’t wipe this smile off my face for nothing. That is a big ole H*** Yeah!
by blue oregon on May 6, 2009 9:23 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Love the matching shirt too!
The King is dead! Long live the King!
by NYCCats on May 6, 2009 11:03 AM EDT reply actions 0 recs
it would have matched both
Blue, there is no other color to Bleed !!!
by a2d2 on May 6, 2009 11:11 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
He made the decision last week.
Says Cal told him he would start.
Man is least himself when he talks in his own person. Give him a mask, and he will tell you the truth.
--O.W.
by blbskue on May 6, 2009 11:03 AM EDT reply actions 0 recs
wonder if that means wall is a no go?
I want to die while asleep like my grandfather,
not screaming in terror like the passengers in his car.
by bluecrip on May 6, 2009 11:04 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Who knows.
It could have been, “If we get Wall, you’ll be starting PG in 2 years.”
Man is least himself when he talks in his own person. Give him a mask, and he will tell you the truth.
--O.W.
by blbskue on May 6, 2009 11:04 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
No, it doesn't mean anything with regards to Wall.
by BBallSophist on May 6, 2009 11:18 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Says Wall makes no difference to him.
Man is least himself when he talks in his own person. Give him a mask, and he will tell you the truth.
--O.W.
by blbskue on May 6, 2009 11:03 AM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Did he say that Calipari told him he would start?
Maybe that does mean Wall isn’t coming…
flat-tops and mid-range jumpers.
by the monster mash on May 6, 2009 11:05 AM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Yes He Did
Wonder what Liggins & Galloway might be thinking when they hear this?
by Bluegilla on May 6, 2009 11:06 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I was just getting ready to post
what about Liggins?
by blue kentucky girl on May 6, 2009 11:06 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Liggins thoughts: "Maybe that Billy guy wasn't so bad after all."
The King is dead! Long live the King!
by NYCCats on May 6, 2009 11:07 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Seemed...
kind of snippy at the Wall questions, not that I blame him. Was promised starting spot, or so he says.
The Spork, I'm two things in one.
by the spork on May 6, 2009 11:05 AM EDT reply actions 0 recs
In 1 Month, Calipari DOUBLED The Number Of UK Recruits From Alabama Since The 1940's
The late Marvin Stone was the only UK recruit from Alabama since the 1940’s until last month.
John Calipari has double that total with DeMarcus Cosins and Eric Bledsoe.
by FortyYearCatFan on May 6, 2009 11:05 AM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Interesting, yet odd
I wonder why no recruits out of there for so long?
The King is dead! Long live the King!
by NYCCats on May 6, 2009 11:06 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
It's Not For Lack Of Trying
Bama and Auburn (plus UAB) had a stranglehold on most of them.
by FortyYearCatFan on May 6, 2009 11:07 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
The late Marvin Stone
Man, that was jarring. Somehow I forgot about his tragic death. Really sad.
by Acdixon on May 6, 2009 11:20 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
i don't remember hearing about him
what happened?
I want to die while asleep like my grandfather,
not screaming in terror like the passengers in his car.
by bluecrip on May 6, 2009 11:22 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Collapsed during a game in Saudi Arabia IIRC
Heart. One of those things that seems all too common in guys his size.
Of course its difficult, its a shortcut... if it was easy it'd just be "the way."
by chirop1 on May 6, 2009 11:28 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Heart Attack
Not Marfan Syndrome so far as I remember.
by FortyYearCatFan on May 6, 2009 11:30 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Nah, Marfan was what got the Louisville guy last year
They caught it early.
I was thinking Stone was some other disorder that lead to a heart attack. Had to be something to make a guy in his mid 20’s collapse.
Of course its difficult, its a shortcut... if it was easy it'd just be "the way."
by chirop1 on May 6, 2009 3:02 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Wikipedia
Says Stone had failed some medical tests in 2005 for some German clubs due to “abnormal cardiological results” and hypertension. I’m not sure if there was some sort of congential issue or not.
It was Clarence Holloway that had Marfan.
Man is least himself when he talks in his own person. Give him a mask, and he will tell you the truth.
--O.W.
by blbskue on May 6, 2009 3:40 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Just said
“Calipari is a real funny dude.”
Man is least himself when he talks in his own person. Give him a mask, and he will tell you the truth.
--O.W.
by blbskue on May 6, 2009 11:06 AM EDT reply actions 0 recs
He's funny.
Said when he went to visit Memphis, they made him feel like he was OJ Mayo. Ha.
Man is least himself when he talks in his own person. Give him a mask, and he will tell you the truth.
--O.W.
by blbskue on May 6, 2009 11:07 AM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Did he say
he and John Wall could play together and “get sh*t rockin’”??
flat-tops and mid-range jumpers.
by the monster mash on May 6, 2009 11:09 AM EDT reply actions 0 recs
I Hope Not
Having a little trouble understanding the young man.
by Bluegilla on May 6, 2009 11:10 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
that is what I thought
the message board on myfoxmemphis said RIGHT. I thought he said rockin’
Blue, there is no other color to Bleed !!!
by a2d2 on May 6, 2009 11:13 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
lol
Something like that.
I love this kid, haha.
by BBallSophist on May 6, 2009 11:19 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
he said "it"
okay, i haven’t been able to see or hear squat so I’m JK. damn work computers have all these sekuuuurity things in place. i don’t even have a flash player!!!!! sick….
I want to die while asleep like my grandfather,
not screaming in terror like the passengers in his car.
by bluecrip on May 6, 2009 11:21 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
KSR crashed and burned.
Man is least himself when he talks in his own person. Give him a mask, and he will tell you the truth.
--O.W.
by blbskue on May 6, 2009 11:13 AM EDT reply actions 0 recs
about 20 posts at once here....
I was holding my breath ,,,lol
Blue, there is no other color to Bleed !!!
by a2d2 on May 6, 2009 11:14 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
PPAT staying??
Did I here him say that he didn’t know about Jody but PPAT is staying?
by Georgia Wildcat on May 6, 2009 11:14 AM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Looks like he may have...
http://kybasketball.blogspot.com/
flat-tops and mid-range jumpers.
by the monster mash on May 6, 2009 11:24 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
He said he
wanted to be part of tradition……KY is the place for that..:-)
Blue, there is no other color to Bleed !!!
by a2d2 on May 6, 2009 11:15 AM EDT reply actions 0 recs
i stopped watching after he said cal told him he would start
that made me a little uneasy. i hope the conversation went more like “I wouldnt be surprised if you started some games for us next year” and not “if you come here, youll be our starting point guard right away”
What do you mean, "blank slate"?
by boobs on May 6, 2009 11:16 AM EDT reply actions 0 recs
You know what's sad is that
Memphis TV broadcasted this kid’s press conference…no Lex news to be seen……Cal needs to be chewing someone’s butt…..it’s time local media started getting on the bandwagon
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by ALLBLUCAT on May 6, 2009 11:23 AM EDT reply actions 0 recs
That's a good job for Mitch.....
then again maybe not….lol
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by ALLBLUCAT on May 6, 2009 11:24 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
He said things were quiet
here when he visited. I wonder if that might have been a request for UKAA. He didn’t seem to care too much for the hoopla in Memphis
Blue, there is no other color to Bleed !!!
by a2d2 on May 6, 2009 11:27 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I understand that....
but according to “relaible sources” he notified UK last night…..you know someone could have gotten in a van and drove down there….Memphis did it on the “hope” that he signed with them….
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by ALLBLUCAT on May 6, 2009 11:29 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
our media has a habit
of being “cheap” when it comes to getting their news…..this needs to stop if they want to get preferred treatment …..all 3 didnt need to be there, but at least 1 should have
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by ALLBLUCAT on May 6, 2009 11:30 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
ABC how could you tell
who was or wasn’t there? I didn’t see anything but him. Tru sharing his magic internet thingy…lol
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by a2d2 on May 6, 2009 11:30 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
did I miss something?
Blue, there is no other color to Bleed !!!
by a2d2 on May 6, 2009 11:31 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
if they were there, they
would have had it on their OWN website…..all 3 have one with live remote capabilities
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by ALLBLUCAT on May 6, 2009 11:32 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
If they had someone there and DIDNT
broadcast a live remote, that would be just stupid…..and a colossal waste of manpower….
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by ALLBLUCAT on May 6, 2009 11:34 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yes it is...
dumb is not knowing and stupid is knowing but not doing, right? The way I see it.
Blue, there is no other color to Bleed !!!
by a2d2 on May 6, 2009 11:37 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
it would have had to be a satellite shot
and not just a simple remote shot using a microwave. satellite time costs big money. what with our economy it probably wouldn’t have been a good move to send a sat truck to Memphis.
Had we not snagged Cali from them the Lexington media outlets could have contacted a Memphis station and got a feed from them.
besides, memphis already had it covered so why waste manpower and money on something that you can watch over the internet and snag from another station?
I want to die while asleep like my grandfather,
not screaming in terror like the passengers in his car.
by bluecrip on May 6, 2009 11:48 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Are Memphis media stations
holding that against us….you mean professional people cannot get along anymore, bluecrip?
Blue, there is no other color to Bleed !!!
by a2d2 on May 6, 2009 11:52 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
that is correct :)
grudges run deep with newsstations. especially when it comes to regionalism
I want to die while asleep like my grandfather,
not screaming in terror like the passengers in his car.
by bluecrip on May 6, 2009 12:29 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
again I have been enlightened... :-)
Blue, there is no other color to Bleed !!!
by a2d2 on May 6, 2009 12:31 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
It is NOT about the media getting along or not
it is about the excitement that Calipari is trying to generate for this team and its fans….for a town…..not the school, the town …..to have a TV crew there doing a live remote, even after they knew they were NOT going to get the kid….WE ARE getting the kid and no Lexington media shows up???…it’s about that fact….we just nailed down the #1 recruiting class for the #1 attraction in the state……THAT’S big news….even in Kentucky.
Remember, we're having fun now!!!
by ALLBLUCAT on May 6, 2009 4:35 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I understand your enthusiasm abc
but in reality it isn’t big enough, even in Kentucky, to send a newscrew out of state to see some kid maybe sign with the Univerrsity, even if “informed sources” have clearly spelled out that HE IS COMING!!!! OH MY GOD!!!!!!!!
If the kid were LeBron (who had a proper PR group if I may add) and was going to LexCath, yes, a local sportscrew BETTER SHOW UP! A microwave shot just requires gas in the truck, a generator and a nice clean shot to the tower. Not too expensive.
With the economy the way it is and the number of cutbacks not many newstations can afford to be going out of town without an Emmy winning reason. Bledsoe is not an Emmy winning reason. I wouldn’t even send one to NC if Wall was announcing that he was coming to UK. Let a local crew do it and get the video from them. Cheaper. Keeps your job a little longer. If you send a crew out you’re looking at least footing the bill for two days for three folks.
TV stations are getting hit hard right now mainly because car ad sales are down at least 40% by the industry (dealers and manufacturers) nationwide. Those ads comprise anywhere from 50 – 70% of a local stations sales budgets.
I’m not trying to bore you with details. I just want you to understand why a basketball player who is announcing which college they are going to is not NEWS to a local news affiliate, even in this situation. I do apologize if I swerved off the track there and left you there in some confusion.
Also, when a2 and I were discussing the media getting along I did not mean to suggest that the main reasons for their inactivity was due to that dynamic. I was interjecting some personal experience concerning stations getting snippy when a request for video was made. It never fails…about an hour, usually about 20 minutes before the cast, you’ll get the feed and it’s CRAP!! Bad sound, mostly bars, video in FF, etc. Who showed that photog how to white balance? Can we run this? Why are there Cylon noises emanating from the speakers while he’s talking? These things happen for many reasons. Often, it has to do with some sort of sports grudge. I’ve seen it. Really. REALLY! It can be something as simple as poor telephone skills. Anyway, it was a sidenote to my main reason (1st paragraph of original post) for why the local stations did not go to Memphis.
One final caveat, you may or may not know this but, all the stations and networks across this great land of our are currently in “the book” and it is a BIG BOOK. Otherwise known as ratings period. Whosoever should win the ratings period will be able to theoretically command a greater share of the advertising and also set the market rates should they need be adjusted. Top dog and all that. With this May book and all and the importance that a TV station puts into them with sweeps pieces, etc. why do you think they didn’t send a crew to Memphis? It wasn’t that big of a deal, even in Kentucky, at least, according to the news affiliates, that’s why.
Trust me, I’m sure there are a few folks who are upset they couldn’t get a trip to a one hour event in Memphis paid for. Want to help solve this problem for your local news stations? Go buy a car from a local dealer. Tell them your favorite news station sent you. :)
I want to die while asleep like my grandfather,
not screaming in terror like the passengers in his car.
by bluecrip on May 6, 2009 9:18 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
thanks bluecrip,
I am really enlightened now. Just a note, I think we both were confused about one little detail…It was Alabama wasn’t it? Memphis went there. That may have been because of the myfoxmemphis link. I am not sure….. :-)
Blue, there is no other color to Bleed !!!
by a2d2 on May 6, 2009 9:24 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Wall Would Have Been Different
My perception is if it had been John Wall signing a UK LOI in Raleigh, NC, there would have been arrangements made to have the event televised live to Lexington. It’s an indication as to the difference in media attraction of the #1 HS recruit and another of the same relative talent but far down on the attractiveness and hype list. Bledsoe should get used to playing second banana to Wall — especially if they both end up wearing the Blue.
by Wild Weasel on May 6, 2009 9:32 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I understand your point crip
but my original thought still stands for me. This is a kid who had a station from a market smaller than Lexington, send in a crew AFTER they knew he wasn’t coming. We knew he was coming here and NO ONE from Lexington went. The cost of the trip may have presented a problem, true. Then get a link to the video posted on their own website, or better yet, set up a webcast from fox memphis and show it on their own. My point is that no matter HOW they do it….they need to make the effort to at least do something to support the program that provides them with a BOATLOAD of programming every year. Dont send a crew…..send a crew…..I dont care….but make an effort to at least do what another station did without ANY benefit to their station at all. Unless you count the 25000 UK fans linking to their website instead of a Lexington site.
Remember, we're having fun now!!!
by ALLBLUCAT on May 6, 2009 10:03 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Why does every employee in television...
…think that their industry is most interesting and that everyone else wants to hear all about it?
'..when they bring a knife, you bring a gun...that's the Chicago way..'
by HozeKing on May 7, 2009 6:45 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
where did you come from?
what relevence does your comment have? what are you wanting to stir up? how many employee’s have you met? how many employee’s have you talked to? what’s their name?
you are a funny little girl. :)
I want to die while asleep like my grandfather,
not screaming in terror like the passengers in his car.
by bluecrip on May 8, 2009 9:43 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I, for one, find it interesting
I like to know how things work in different areas of life. If you don’t want to know, don’t read it. C’mon Hoze, this is harsh, even from you. Rumors of Pitino retiring or going to the Kings got you in a foul mood?
by Acdixon on May 8, 2009 9:52 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I'm only kidding.
I probably would have made the same comment about a teacher or cop or circus clown if their post’s were as long.
Ac? What are you hoping for today, by the way?
'..when they bring a knife, you bring a gun...that's the Chicago way..'
by HozeKing on May 11, 2009 1:24 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Also could have been quiet because it was Derby weekend. . .
Man is least himself when he talks in his own person. Give him a mask, and he will tell you the truth.
--O.W.
by blbskue on May 6, 2009 11:51 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
It could factor in. If Lex stations sent crew to Louisville for Derby.
It could have wiped out their budget.
I want to die while asleep like my grandfather,
not screaming in terror like the passengers in his car.
by bluecrip on May 6, 2009 9:23 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I just got back from an interview.....
sounds the deal is done.
“Do a little dance….Get down tonight!”
Slower Traffic Keep Right!
by SevenRings on May 6, 2009 11:27 AM EDT reply actions 0 recs
As of now, who is your starting 5?
Ignore Meeks and Patterson.
Bledsoe, Hood, Miller, Stevenson, Cousins isn’t too shabby.
flat-tops and mid-range jumpers.
by the monster mash on May 6, 2009 11:45 AM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Two points:
A. I don’t want to ignore Meeks and Patterson. They’re still Cats right now.
B. I wonder who gets the start between Hood and Dodson (if Meeks isn’t around). . .
Man is least himself when he talks in his own person. Give him a mask, and he will tell you the truth.
--O.W.
by blbskue on May 6, 2009 11:53 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
They're also currently in the draft.
We all want them back.
My point was simply that the roster looks more than formidable right now. With them back it is obviously at an unmatched level.
Hood seems to be more of a pure shooter.
flat-tops and mid-range jumpers.
by the monster mash on May 6, 2009 11:58 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Hood a pure shooter
I think that’s a misconception. He has a pretty good all around game.
by ben-p on May 6, 2009 12:14 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Hood is not a pure shooter.
Not by a long shot. He is a fairly good shooter, but his game is more of an all-around game. He really plays as much like Darius Miller as anyone else on UK’s team.
A Sea of Blue -- Kentucky Sports for the Discerning Fan
by Truzenzuzex on May 6, 2009 5:58 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
i like stevenson
but i bet Cal starts orton and cousins over Stevenson – i know both are 5’s but cousins is a better 4 than stevenson
only one rule in my house - uk has to be your favorite college bball team
by memphis wildcat on May 6, 2009 11:58 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I wonder...
if Cal promised anyone else a starting spot.
flat-tops and mid-range jumpers.
by the monster mash on May 6, 2009 12:03 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Stevenson...
is last in the pecking order in my opinion.
1st string
Bledsoe
Hood
Miller
Cousins
Orton
If Pat goes Stevenson should be 2nd string, if he stays then I believe he would be one of those unfortunate 3 on the end of the bench. If he doesn’t redshirt.
The Spork, I'm two things in one.
by the spork on May 6, 2009 12:07 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I don't see UK starting 4 freshmen and 1 sophomore next season...
as much as many do not like him I see Harris starting over Hood. He is stronger, a much better defender, experienced, a better rebounder and I think can be fine in Calipari’s offense. He and Miller would be combo 2’s and 3’s.
The beauty is that UK will have alot of options.
Slower Traffic Keep Right!
by SevenRings on May 6, 2009 12:19 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I...
did notice that when I was typing, but I couldn’t think of a better lineup. Harris, another one of those unfortunate 3 at the end of the bench, in my opinion.
The Spork, I'm two things in one.
by the spork on May 6, 2009 12:24 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Really good
To have Bledsoe commit. He seems to be very shy, but always has a smile on his face.
Seems like a good kid. Welcome to UK Eric.
by kykat51 on May 6, 2009 11:45 AM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Anyone want to speculate
on how someone defends us now??…..the standard cover 2 wont work next year ……got a lot more shooters to deal with in this group….
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by ALLBLUCAT on May 6, 2009 12:05 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
If I try to speculate much more,
my head is going to be like the picture on Tru’s post yesterday …….lol
Blue, there is no other color to Bleed !!!
by a2d2 on May 6, 2009 12:07 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
relax a2.....we wont need near as much Tylenol
next year as this year….lol
Remember, we're having fun now!!!
by ALLBLUCAT on May 6, 2009 12:12 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
We...
will see a lot of zone. It gives the dribble drive offense fits.
The Spork, I'm two things in one.
by the spork on May 6, 2009 12:09 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
only if the guys cant hit their 3's.......
teams will have to play a REALLY good zone to defend this group
Remember, we're having fun now!!!
by ALLBLUCAT on May 6, 2009 12:14 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
OK ...
… Box and chaser then. Same thing we saw last year.
A Sea of Blue -- Kentucky Sports for the Discerning Fan
by Truzenzuzex on May 6, 2009 6:02 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
gonna need 5 chasers. (box exploded) ,-)
by hoboat33 on May 7, 2009 12:00 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Zone Busting
3’s are not the only or even best way to bust a zone. Dribble penetration is the way to hurt a zone! That is what is so exciting about these players and the dribble drive! If all these players can live up to their potential, WOW! Leading the NCAA in dunks and FG% might be the only thing that keeps us from leading in OR!
by LyricSmith on May 6, 2009 9:01 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Dribble penetrate a zone?
Ummm… that’s pretty much exactly what zones are made to prevent.
The proper ways to attack a zone are to either 1) Shoot them out of it or 2) Get the ball into the high post and either force a reaction of the zone collapsing and opening up backdoor cuts or hitting an open 15 footer.
Of course its difficult, its a shortcut... if it was easy it'd just be "the way."
by chirop1 on May 6, 2009 10:46 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Not #1 (Shooting) But
Dribble penetration beats a zone.
by FortyYearCatFan on May 6, 2009 10:49 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Doesn't Dribble Penetration Beat Any Defense
If a player gets past his defender, it will create either an open shot or a mismatch with a switch and probably an open shot for a teammate unless the defense is very good at recovering.
by GoLightning on May 7, 2009 8:36 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
OR dribble penetrate and split the defense
you can penetrate a zone off the dribble just fine.
Darius Miller did it quite a bit last season .
DEEETROIT BASKETBALLL!!!
by davw83 on May 7, 2009 11:58 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Having...
Jodie (possibly) back and Hood will help us shoot out of any zone.
flat-tops and mid-range jumpers.
by the monster mash on May 6, 2009 12:14 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
This group will harken
back to the days when Pitino would substitute 5 for 5 and the score would go up…..
Remember, we're having fun now!!!
by ALLBLUCAT on May 6, 2009 12:15 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yes..................................
Blue, there is no other color to Bleed !!!
by a2d2 on May 6, 2009 12:16 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
agreed on the zone ---
just have to hope Hood and Dodson are real deal from outside – and meeks….
also, miller will be key to breaking down zone.
only one rule in my house - uk has to be your favorite college bball team
by memphis wildcat on May 6, 2009 12:14 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I...
think Miller is the key to everything this year. I think he has the best all around game of anyone on this roster. He can shoot, drive, pass, defend…….without a doubt my favorite on this team.
The Spork, I'm two things in one.
by the spork on May 6, 2009 12:17 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
If he can step his game up
he will be as good as anyone we have out there, that is for sure
Remember, we're having fun now!!!
by ALLBLUCAT on May 6, 2009 12:18 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
No speculation necessary.
We will see a lot of zone defense, probably box and chaser. Nobody on this team is a particularly good outside shooter but Meeks and perhaps Dodson. Until Hood, Miller and Dodson prove they can shoot the ball from the outside, we will see zone.
The DDMO is not nearly as effective against a zone, because it clogs the driving lanes.
A Sea of Blue -- Kentucky Sports for the Discerning Fan
by Truzenzuzex on May 6, 2009 6:01 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Everyone get ready to
see Dicky V on a regular basis around campus ….lol…..
Remember, we're having fun now!!!
by ALLBLUCAT on May 6, 2009 12:17 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
guess there is a downside afterall :)
only one rule in my house - uk has to be your favorite college bball team
by memphis wildcat on May 6, 2009 12:18 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I was going to say that too....lol
Blue, there is no other color to Bleed !!!
by a2d2 on May 6, 2009 12:18 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
LOL- totally agree about the downside.
DEEETROIT BASKETBALLL!!!
by davw83 on May 6, 2009 12:43 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yeah..I am pretty sick of Vitale and it has nothing to do with UK....
he just gets on my nerves for other reasons. I don’t feel the need to have his approval anymore.
Slower Traffic Keep Right!
by SevenRings on May 6, 2009 12:21 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
The only way he would would be to praise
dUKe.
by hoboat33 on May 6, 2009 3:17 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Has UK ever
had the distinction of the #1 recruiting class in the nation? Dare we pencil in another accomplishment?
Blue, there is no other color to Bleed !!!
by a2d2 on May 6, 2009 12:17 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
2004....
Rondo, Crawford, Bradley, and Morris.
The Spork, I'm two things in one.
by the spork on May 6, 2009 12:19 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
thanks spork
COOL :-)
Blue, there is no other color to Bleed !!!
by a2d2 on May 6, 2009 12:21 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Several Times
1971, 1979, 1984, 1988, 1992, and 2004 classes were all rated #1.
by FortyYearCatFan on May 6, 2009 12:29 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I knew you would know Forty........thanks
Blue, there is no other color to Bleed !!!
by a2d2 on May 6, 2009 12:30 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Over/Under???
1 player averaging 20 points or more a game.
Assuming Pat and Meeks return.
The Spork, I'm two things in one.
by the spork on May 6, 2009 12:21 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Under
The Spork, I'm two things in one.
by the spork on May 6, 2009 12:22 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I am not sure.....
I see very high points per game
Blue, there is no other color to Bleed !!!
by a2d2 on May 6, 2009 12:23 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
But...
you have to consider how many scoring options we’ll have.
The Spork, I'm two things in one.
by the spork on May 6, 2009 12:25 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I did consider that spork :-)
Blue, there is no other color to Bleed !!!
by a2d2 on May 6, 2009 12:28 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
On Bledsoe and Wall playing together...
Brick Oettinger of Prep Stars suggests that Calipari’s selling point to Bledsoe may have been: "You’ll get to practice against Wall every day," he said. "See how good you’ll become.
Rivals analyst Jerry Meyer had this to say…"Kentucky could definitely play the two together," Meyer said. "The dribble-drive is the ultimate offense to play two point guards because it’s dribble based. . . . Guys are expected to put it on the floor and create plays."
http://ukbasketball.bloginky.com/2009/05/06/bledsoe-commits-to-kentucky/
flat-tops and mid-range jumpers.
by the monster mash on May 6, 2009 12:26 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
I think Jerry Meyer's point
is very good. The number of talented players and the style of the DDO means you could easily see 15 different combinations of players at any given time. 2 PG’s would work in some situations, as would no PGs in others.
Everyone’s role becomes so meshed that it really doesn’t matter, as long as the player can dribble, slash, shoot, pass, and get to the rim.
Man is least himself when he talks in his own person. Give him a mask, and he will tell you the truth.
--O.W.
by blbskue on May 6, 2009 2:02 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Anyone with stats
for the average points per game in a single season? :-)
Blue, there is no other color to Bleed !!!
by a2d2 on May 6, 2009 12:27 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
One Of The Rupp Teams (Probably)
1970 averaged (about) 97 ppg.
by FortyYearCatFan on May 6, 2009 12:32 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Thanks Forty,
I started to direct the question to you, but thought I would generalize it….lol
Blue, there is no other color to Bleed !!!
by a2d2 on May 6, 2009 12:34 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Got...
any stats on Cal’s last last 3 or 4 UM team’s averages?
The Spork, I'm two things in one.
by the spork on May 6, 2009 12:35 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Over...
75 a game. They might have had a season averaging 80.
by ben-p on May 6, 2009 12:50 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Last 5 Seasons
2009 = 74 ppg.
2007 and 2008 = 80 ppg.
2006 = 81 ppg.
2005 = 71 ppg.
Roughly 77 ppg over those 5 seasons.
by FortyYearCatFan on May 6, 2009 12:54 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Signed LeBron Ts
Cal is giving away 3 signed LeBron tee-shirts via Twitter.
We have a pretty cool coach.
flat-tops and mid-range jumpers.
by the monster mash on May 6, 2009 12:48 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
To all those I convinced to follow,
please send mine c/o ASoB, PLEASE…lol
Blue, there is no other color to Bleed !!!
by a2d2 on May 6, 2009 12:51 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
That would be a good chew toy for my dog...:-)
Slower Traffic Keep Right!
by SevenRings on May 6, 2009 12:52 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I was hoping,
he might include a Jodie Witness-T also.. :-)
Blue, there is no other color to Bleed !!!
by a2d2 on May 6, 2009 12:59 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Coach Cal scavenger hunt?
It would be amusing if Cal were to spend a day around Lexington giving cryptic clues to his location via Twitter and the first UK fan to find him got free tickets or something.
I like important stuff just as much as the next guy, but please, for a little while, deliver us from meaning, baseball. That's your greatest glory, and we thank you for it very, very much. -- Craig Calcaterra
by JLeverenz on May 6, 2009 1:14 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I was reading last night,
you can search for locations of some things….I don’t know. The scavenger hunt idea would be fun or then again, it could get ugly….lol
Blue, there is no other color to Bleed !!!
by a2d2 on May 6, 2009 1:19 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Playing Time
Typically Cal’s Memphis teams had 9 guys that averaged double digit minutes, with another guy right behind at 8 or 9 minutes. Here’s my list (from most minutes to least) based on current recruits and assuming that Meeks and Patterson are coming back.
starting 5
Meeks
Bledsoe
Patterson
Miller
Cousins
first 4 off the bench
Orton
Harris
Galloway
Hood
Of course this will be completely off if A) Patterson and/or Meeks stay/s in the draft or B) We sign Wall.
by ben-p on May 6, 2009 1:15 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
not sure i can make it to October....
expectations are going to be sky high -
only one rule in my house - uk has to be your favorite college bball team
by memphis wildcat on May 6, 2009 1:25 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I Agree, But. . . .
We must temper our expectations a bit. This is almost a brand new team, with a brand new coach and system. It WILL take some time to make all that function as a smooth running machine. I have no doubt that CoachCal will make this happen – in time – but we in the BBN are not exactly known for our patience, and I include myself. But all good things come to those who wait. I can hardly wait but I know I must.
by Bluegilla on May 6, 2009 1:41 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
MemphisWC,
I hope this was sort of expected, though I think the message boards were pretty hot yesterday, and today I have not checked them. Just hoping your situation is close to being better there in Memphis. At least you have ASoB to support you from here….. :-)
Blue, there is no other color to Bleed !!!
by a2d2 on May 6, 2009 1:53 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
What is so great is that there are so many options at Cal's disposal.....
especially if PPat and Meeks returns. I am real curious to see how good Pilgrim is and how he will fit into the rotation. With a good blend of talent and experience there are countless lineups that Cal could employ. It is very exciting.
Slower Traffic Keep Right!
by SevenRings on May 6, 2009 1:28 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I almost...
forgot about Pilgrim.
It’s easy to lose players in the shuffle with the way this squad is shaping up.
flat-tops and mid-range jumpers.
by the monster mash on May 6, 2009 2:44 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
The Talent
The talent that could end up on this team is reminiscent of the ’96 team. The first five off the bench will be very good as well. The thing we have to remember is that everyone is learning a new system. We will have a very young team getting used to new coaches. Expectations will be through the roof. I really hope that Pat stays. His leadership could be the KEY.
by cthom on May 6, 2009 2:15 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Agreed
Especially with a freshman PG…
flat-tops and mid-range jumpers.
by the monster mash on May 6, 2009 2:47 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Comparison to 96 team
I agree the talent is comparable… unfortunately, it doesn’t have near the experience of the 96 group.
Of course its difficult, its a shortcut... if it was easy it'd just be "the way."
by chirop1 on May 6, 2009 3:21 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Past #1 Classes > Impact Their First Years At UK
1971 #1 class made Elite 8 in 1973 (first year on varsity) after undefeated frosh season (mythical national champs among frosh teams).
1979 #1 class was 29-6 in 1980.
1984 #1 class made Sweet 16 in 1985.
1988 #1 class was only 13-19 in 1989 but was severely impacted by NCAA investigation.
1992 #1 class made Final 4 in 1993.
2004 #1 class made Elite 8 in 2005.
It’s not unreasonable to hope for Elite 8 or Final 4 in 2010 season with this #1 class.
by FortyYearCatFan on May 6, 2009 3:06 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Elite 8 seems the most "reasonable"
Though I still maintain that I want to see this group actually play first; even without Patterson, Meeks, or Wall it seems to me this group has enough talent to get to the Elite 8. There are so many things beyond talent and experience that go into making a FF that I just don’t believe that’s a reasonable fan expectation (player and coach expectations are an entirely different matter).
I like important stuff just as much as the next guy, but please, for a little while, deliver us from meaning, baseball. That's your greatest glory, and we thank you for it very, very much. -- Craig Calcaterra
by JLeverenz on May 6, 2009 3:25 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
wimp...
come on – we are UK – expect FF every year……
seriously, i agree. i want to see both PP and Meeks back and Wall to sign, BUT the upside to them not coming back is that it might deflate the expectations somewhat to a more realistic level…..
only one rule in my house - uk has to be your favorite college bball team
by memphis wildcat on May 6, 2009 3:33 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Agreed.
In my opinion, if Meeks and Patterson return AND we get Wall this really should be a Final Four team, and I don’t think that’s unrealistic to be honest.
Losing any one to all three of those players changes things, but Sweet 16 should be a reasonable expectation no matter what.
I love Patterson, and truly hope he returns, but I do think losing Meeks is more problematic based on who we have at each position.
Man is least himself when he talks in his own person. Give him a mask, and he will tell you the truth.
--O.W.
by blbskue on May 6, 2009 3:47 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I agree
In the DDMO, Stevenson, Orton, Cousins or Pilgrim could play the center position. But Meeks is one of a very few who can put the ball on the floor AND shoot threes.
by Fortunatus on May 6, 2009 5:18 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yeah, there are still too many question marks about the team right now
We have a really good coach, and a talented team. And that’s pretty much all we know. If Patterson and/or Meeks return then we’ll know a little more. But the coach is new, a good portion of the team is new and that’s a tough combination to project.
I like important stuff just as much as the next guy, but please, for a little while, deliver us from meaning, baseball. That's your greatest glory, and we thank you for it very, very much. -- Craig Calcaterra
by JLeverenz on May 6, 2009 7:46 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Others may or may not disagree,
but while there have been other #1 classes, this one seems to be the best potential #1 class we’ve ever had, especially if Wall comes.
Also, and I don’t know the answer, but what returning supporting cast did those other #1 classes have? If we have Meeks and Patterson return as experienced and very talented players, adding in somewhat experienecd but heaviy talent like Miller and semi-talented but very experienced guys like Harris and Stevenson, that will go a long way.
Man is least himself when he talks in his own person. Give him a mask, and he will tell you the truth.
--O.W.
by blbskue on May 6, 2009 3:43 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I'd vote 1992 as having the best returning team to go with it
Finishing up the legendary Elite 8 run and then adding Delk, McCarty, Rhodes, and Prickett led to a Final Four appearance in their first year.
Of course its difficult, its a shortcut... if it was easy it'd just be "the way."
by chirop1 on May 6, 2009 3:47 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I truly just don't know what to even think....
…the absolute turn of events over the last 6 weeks has left me unable to even post …. GO BIG BLUE
by teambeam on May 9, 2009 8:45 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Simple
UK fired the guy they shouldn’t have hired in 2007.
UK hired the guy they SHOULD have hired in 2007.
by FortyYearCatFan on May 10, 2009 8:20 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Rude.
It is not worth an intelligent man’s time to be in the majority. By definition, there are already enough people to do that.
by kentuckygirl0724 on May 11, 2009 12:00 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Too soon to be talking starting lineups
It is hard to figure how last year’s players will adapt to the DDMO, which as I understand it basically has one center, a point guard and three guys spread wide who can put the ball on the floor anywhere on the court and get to the rim or pass intelligently if they get cut off. Players without the ball have to react intelligently to the player with the ball. Gone is the power forward who hangs around the lane and muscles people.
I think it is safe to assume that Coach Cal has recruited players who he believes can learn and execute the DDMO. But history tells us that at least two of the recruits will disappoint. Of the returners, those capable of playing center would appear to be Patterson, Stevenson and maybe Pilgrim. None stand out as point guards. Miller and Meeks are the only two who have demonstrated the all-around basketball skills required to play the wing positions.
It should be an exciting and satisfying year, but I’m going to leave the line-up decisions to the Coach.
by Fortunatus on May 6, 2009 3:32 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Never too soon...
I doubt we will be consulted for line-up decisions, but we have to talk about something.
flat-tops and mid-range jumpers.
by the monster mash on May 6, 2009 3:45 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
At least until football starts, eh?
Man is least himself when he talks in his own person. Give him a mask, and he will tell you the truth.
--O.W.
by blbskue on May 6, 2009 3:47 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Ditto-if there's one thing that I think will not be a problem next season,
it will be frustrating and mind-boggling playing time and substitutions. Cal will play the best that are playing the best the most. I don’t expect to see game PT based at all on practicing hard, being tough, etc.
Man is least himself when he talks in his own person. Give him a mask, and he will tell you the truth.
--O.W.
by blbskue on May 6, 2009 3:45 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yeah, there is...
something to be said for rewarding players who practice hard, but BCG was over the top.
flat-tops and mid-range jumpers.
by the monster mash on May 6, 2009 4:09 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Can we get 30 win seasons again!!
The SEC is much better than Conference USA, but can we expect 30 win seasons again???
by UK1972 on May 6, 2009 3:45 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Yes,
BUT not every season, to be sure. I wouldn’t be surprised to see a 2-3 possible 30 win seasons each decade, with a few 27-29 win seasons, and a few 20-25 win seasons.
If we can average 25-26 wins per season, that’s very very good.
Man is least himself when he talks in his own person. Give him a mask, and he will tell you the truth.
--O.W.
by blbskue on May 6, 2009 3:49 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
We did it before, I don't see why we can't do it again
13-3 or 14-2 records in conference play should be the norm once again. At least a couple of wins in the SEC tourney and 3 NCAA wins. Then we need about 12 wins in the non-conference.
Of course its difficult, its a shortcut... if it was easy it'd just be "the way."
by chirop1 on May 6, 2009 3:49 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
UK Has 13 Such (30 W) Seasons
First 30 W season was in 1947. UK has 11 of them in the 1947 – 2009 (64 year) timeframe or about 1 every 6 years. Rupp had 4 of them.
Pitino had 3 in 8 years, Tubby had 2 in 10 years. Hall had 1 in 13 years, Sutton had 1 in 4 years.
by FortyYearCatFan on May 6, 2009 4:25 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Recruits
30 win seasons would absolutely get “the best of the best”, and then we can go back to the yearly "reload " mentality.
by UK1972 on May 6, 2009 3:53 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
From Card Chronicle
http://www.cardchronicle.com/2009/5/3/863337/anybody-else-feel-like-our
Just as our recruiting is having us smiling, the Cards are having doubts about Pitino and his recruiting of late. . .
Man is least himself when he talks in his own person. Give him a mask, and he will tell you the truth.
--O.W.
by blbskue on May 6, 2009 3:54 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
amazing how quick things can change.....
only one rule in my house - uk has to be your favorite college bball team
by memphis wildcat on May 6, 2009 3:58 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Meh.
They were ready to run him out of town after his NIT appearance.
Pitino’s fine. They were the number one overall seed. You really can’t expect much more than to be competing for the Elite 8 every year.
Of course its difficult, its a shortcut... if it was easy it'd just be "the way."
by chirop1 on May 6, 2009 4:06 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
success
Well, we shouldn’t have to worry about RPI ratings anymore. Schools will be lining up to play “the best of the best” to get their exposure, and to see how they fair against the top team.
by UK1972 on May 6, 2009 3:59 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
When is the
the new schedule coming out? I hope we are adding the best schools in the land. No more VMI’s . . .
"The dictionary is the only place that success comes before work. Hard work is the price we must pay for success. I think you can accomplish anything if you're willing to pay the price. "
Vince Lombardi
by Kuhnnie on May 6, 2009 4:09 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
There will always be some VMI's
The overall level of competition has to come up, but there are always going to be some outliers..
Of course its difficult, its a shortcut... if it was easy it'd just be "the way."
by chirop1 on May 6, 2009 4:13 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
please no more
VMI’s, I was at that game, it was sad to watch
by Bluehound on May 6, 2009 7:43 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
It depends on what you mean by "no more VMI's"
If you mean the metaphorical “VMI” in which you are referring to a vastly overmatched team allowed to come into Rupp and have their way with us… I think we’re done with that.
If, however, you mean the literal “VMI” as in a team ranked in the lower 3rd of the RPI… I’d say we’ll still get a handful of those.
Of course its difficult, its a shortcut... if it was easy it'd just be "the way."
by chirop1 on May 6, 2009 10:48 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Note sure, but we will play
UCONN December 9th at Madison Square Garden.
On Cal’s first Coach’s Show at UK he stressed the importance of a tough nonconference schedule to set yourself apart.
He would know because at Memphis that was the only way to do things.
flat-tops and mid-range jumpers.
by the monster mash on May 6, 2009 4:18 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
i hope you are right
but the only reason Cal had a tough non conference schedule in Memphis was he HAD to.
after a tough run through the SEC, i bet he backs off some – not to the extent of the last few years – but with UCONN, UL, UNC and IU (who will be getting better) already on the schedule, there is not as much room to add at the top – improve the bottom, yes, but not at the top….
only one rule in my house - uk has to be your favorite college bball team
by memphis wildcat on May 6, 2009 5:25 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I'd like to see . . .
UCLA and Kansas again. Maybe even WKU or Missouri
"The dictionary is the only place that success comes before work. Hard work is the price we must pay for success. I think you can accomplish anything if you're willing to pay the price. "
Vince Lombardi
by Kuhnnie on May 6, 2009 5:49 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
July or August
The schedule never comes out until July to August
DEEETROIT BASKETBALLL!!!
by davw83 on May 6, 2009 4:55 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Scheduling
I hope Cal can keep some games with in state schools, other than you know who, to help their programs out with recruiting. Ultimately it reflects on the whole state. I’m in Northern Ky, and UL playing NKU this past season has gotten NKU some better comitments.
by UK1972 on May 6, 2009 4:20 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Playing in state schools is generally a lose-lose though
Win by 20 and its just what you’re supposed to be doing by beating up on the little cousins (UofL being little brother).
Look at UK a few years ago or UofL last year for the worst case scenario when a team like WKU comes to town. Its embarassing.
Of course its difficult, its a shortcut... if it was easy it'd just be "the way."
by chirop1 on May 6, 2009 4:27 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
not really ...
i think it’s great that the money we pay to the smaller schools stays in state, especially since the funs for their athletic programs come from state tax money/ student tuition… it also builds up excitement within the fan base (bragging rights, etc.). i know i’d go see UK beat WKU/EKU/etc. faster than i would go see san diego state, or …
Oh, and i might disagree that louisville is our “little brother” at this point. They seem to be doing alright for themselves.
And getting beat by WKU isn’t really as embarassing at it once was. They have beaten an awful lot of teams (including a couple decent runs in the NCAA tournament). Getting beat by georgetown college (like louisville almost did real early in last season) … that would be embarassing.
by shavit on May 6, 2009 5:15 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
scheduling
It will also get the third sting in the games early, which is a win-win for us.
by UK1972 on May 6, 2009 4:34 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Assistant head coach
Changing the subject a bit. Haven’t heard anything lately about Cal hiring an assistant head coach. With his self imposed retiring deadline, could we assume whoever takes the job, would be the Joker Philips of the basketball program? Thoughts?
by UK1972 on May 6, 2009 4:41 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
I thiink that the ONLY way that happens
is if it is an alumnus that he takes under his wing and he learns it from the ground up….and gets prior approval to do just that from administration, it would be a project 5-6 years in doing….keeping someone that long….without experience at head coaching would be a real big stretch….we don’t have an alumnus out there right now that would leave their program and come here for an asst position I don’t think
Remember, we're having fun now!!!
by ALLBLUCAT on May 6, 2009 4:57 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Sort of like, oh, I don't know, Tony Delk or Scott Padgett?
by wklawdog on May 6, 2009 9:55 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Hey, Forty (or anyone)...
Are there any national championship coaches who got their job by being promoted from assistant? Bill Guthridge? Any with “staying power?” Joe B. Hall?
by Gobe Igbloo on May 6, 2009 9:58 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Ed Jucker
Promoted from #1 assistant to HC at UC in 1960 then won 2 straight NC in 1961 and 62.
Steve Fisher promoted from assistant in 1989 when Bill Frieder left Michigan for Ariz St and then won NC that year.
Tom Izzo was promoted from #1 assistant to Jud Heathcote at Mich St and won NC in 2000.
To name three.
by FortyYearCatFan on May 6, 2009 10:21 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I think the point here is that it does happen...
But its rare.
Of course its difficult, its a shortcut... if it was easy it'd just be "the way."
by chirop1 on May 6, 2009 10:49 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
UK Basketball
isnt a program you give to someone without head coaching experience. Like Chriop says it would be a national search. If Cal really isnt going to be here all that long as in 10 years or less im thinking it could be just about the right time for a ford or pel hire at that time.
DEEETROIT BASKETBALLL!!!
by davw83 on May 6, 2009 4:58 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
That is much more realistic I think...
and you never know….there may be some hotshot out there in 7-8 years with a 5-6 year track record at a respectable institution other than our alumni also….I really do not want to see any more hires that dont have at least 10 years myself….no one else that isn’t ready for the Big Blue Nation and all of it’s expectations
Remember, we're having fun now!!!
by ALLBLUCAT on May 6, 2009 5:01 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Think about
Sean Miller with 6-7 years under his belt at ’Zona….or the guy at Villanova by then….who knows….Pastner might even be a big time name by then….but im too exhausted to think about it now…..I just wanna go home and let it all soak in….lol….havent felt this good about this program in 10 years
Remember, we're having fun now!!!
by ALLBLUCAT on May 6, 2009 5:03 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I havn't been excited like I am now since . . .
the early 90’s.!!
"The dictionary is the only place that success comes before work. Hard work is the price we must pay for success. I think you can accomplish anything if you're willing to pay the price. "
Vince Lombardi
by Kuhnnie on May 6, 2009 5:51 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Agreed
I’m on record as having said that 10 years is enough for any coach at a school IMO. I don’t want to see us get the “next Lute Olsen” who stays around so long that you really can’t move on.
Its why I supported Tubby and Rick moving on. I think if you look at track records of our coaches since Rupp, 8-10 years is really the appropriate range for their tenure.
I’m also opposed to the “promote from within” mentality when it comes to big time college basketball. It works for college because of the necessity of continuity, but I’m not convinced its important with the relatively small rosters of basketball.
Of course its difficult, its a shortcut... if it was easy it'd just be "the way."
by chirop1 on May 6, 2009 5:06 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
So know we are so far ahead of ourselves we are talking Calipari replacements?
LMAO
:-)
Slower Traffic Keep Right!
by SevenRings on May 6, 2009 5:16 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Better than being caught without a plan like the last time we lost a long time coach I suppose
;-)
Of course its difficult, its a shortcut... if it was easy it'd just be "the way."
by chirop1 on May 6, 2009 5:30 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Actually NO, but I would like to
see someone that had HC experience come along in 2-3 years and say they were willing to wait until Cal retires for the sake of continuity, I just don’t think it is realistic for it to happen…..too many if’s in the equation these days…..who would have made the call that we would have Calipari here 5-7 years ago?…if he doesn’t turn Memphis into a powerhouse, he isn’t even on the radar now.
Remember, we're having fun now!!!
by ALLBLUCAT on May 6, 2009 5:35 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
but
If we get someone on board early enough to understand what BB here is all about, then we won’t have another BCG. I would think IF Cal is as successful as we all expect, the AD would listen to Cal if he hand picked his replacement. Cal would want a transition that would continue on what he started.
by UK1972 on May 6, 2009 5:43 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
A competant AD with an actual coaching search is what we need to avoid another BCG scenario
Of course its difficult, its a shortcut... if it was easy it'd just be "the way."
by chirop1 on May 6, 2009 5:45 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Hey....for all we know, in 7-10 years
BCG will be ready…….lol
Remember, we're having fun now!!!
by ALLBLUCAT on May 6, 2009 5:54 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Tough Interview, 30-Win Seasons
Well-placed source. Those close to the situation. Persons with contacts inside the program. This time they all proved to be correct regarding Bledsoe to UK/Calipari — or is the correct billing Calipari/UK. I can only hope that the same kind of inner information regarding bank stress tests is as accurate.
As a former broadcaster I couldn’t help noticing just how difficult an interview Bledsoe was, nothing worse than 3 minutes of one-sentence answers. UK has some work to do in media preparedness — used to be such an effort, does it still exist?
Noticed that UNC just completed their 3rd consecutive 30-win season and 10th overall (another category where my alma mammy leads). Heels streak is likely to continue as long as Roy Williams is at the helm so Calipari has another numbers challenge.
by Wild Weasel on May 6, 2009 5:56 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
I hope somebody makes that effort WW
I have watched and listened and I still cannot figure out exactly how he answers a question sometimes..
:-)
Blue, there is no other color to Bleed !!!
by a2d2 on May 6, 2009 6:26 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
They're (We're) Back
A video look at UK potential. Get ready for a good feeling!
by Wild Weasel on May 6, 2009 6:20 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
great video, thanks
At first , I was thinking what??…. lol
Blue, there is no other color to Bleed !!!
by a2d2 on May 6, 2009 6:34 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Just catching up at the end of the day..and a good day it was. This was probably already mentioned...
Read Tipton’s LHL article on Bledsoe signing LOI . Took a little pleasure in Bledsoe’s comment that had Cal remained at Memphis he would have signed at Florida because he wanted to play in the SEC.
I guess Florida could still land Wall, but it is nice to see Billy D go head to head with Cal at Kentucky and come out the winner.
by blue oregon on May 6, 2009 9:51 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Nice video...
The season can’t get here soon enough.
flat-tops and mid-range jumpers.
by the monster mash on May 7, 2009 9:37 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Looks Good!

Slower Traffic Keep Right!
by SevenRings on May 6, 2009 7:24 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Suhweeeeet!
GO BIG BLUE!!!!
I want to die while asleep like my grandfather,
not screaming in terror like the passengers in his car.
by bluecrip on May 6, 2009 9:29 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Got a good one, one more to go!!!!!!
I can’t believe my eyes! Don’t wake me, please. This has been almost 10 years in the making. No more suffering. No more dreading the Caralina’s of the world. I hope we never lose to Williams. I don’t mind N.C. that much, I just stand crying Roy. The reshap-ing of the roster has happened so fast it makes one’s head spin. I talk for a living (barber and minister) so the resurrection of the fan base is happening in almost Biblical proportions. I don’t know how many people I know are actually excited again about UK b-ball. They say they’ve forgotten how it feels. I am a new voice to everyone out there, I’ve only commented I think twice now. Pleased to meet you all! Go Cats, go C-Cal!!
Food for thought: The virgin birth has much more to do with the absense of a natural earthly father then the use of a virgin mother. Now, chew.....
by blubloodcatfan on May 6, 2009 10:21 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Well Rev......Welcome To The Party
and a prayer or two on the Wall situation wouldnt hurt…..lol….
Remember, we're having fun now!!!
by ALLBLUCAT on May 6, 2009 10:29 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Bledsoe
Did anyone understand a single thing he said in that press conference?
by blueninja on May 6, 2009 10:22 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
ABC
I think that’s what they call you isn’t it, ALLBLUCAT? “Rev” is something I’ve not gotten very used to yet, don’t know that I ever will. But, it’s cool. (even if that is sooo 80’s) The prayer on Wall has been going up for some time now. “HE” is interested in the affairs of men! I assure you. Maybe not quite like we are in some areas! But, I’ve seen stranger things happen, believe me!!!!!! I would hate to call Wall a miracle though, at least not too loudly. Word is on the street that Wall is closer to going big blue then we may think? Don’t know that for sure, but it’s supposed to be from a reliable source. Might happen this weekend?! Thing I’m hearing though about the legal issue is that it may end up being more of an issue with an underager. That may require more prayer. Hope and pray not though cause I hear good things about the young man, very good things about his character. So, let’s defend him here a little bit. Make him feel the love of this family. If Wall does come and leaves his problems behind him in N.C., where they belong (with Ole Roy), maybe we can put a 56pt. powder blue beatdown on someone we all know and love! Show him the “heel” of our boot! Go UK.
Food for thought: The virgin birth has much more to do with the absense of a natural earthly father then the use of a virgin mother. Now, chew.....
by blubloodcatfan on May 7, 2009 9:37 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Calipari Ultimate Salesman, Er, Recruiter
Don’t be surprised if Wall joins Bledsoe plus Patterson and Meeks return.
by Wild Weasel on May 7, 2009 10:38 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

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