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adam914

If we can get a big man in here that can defend and rebound that's good enough for me. I don't think we need to have a big guy that is counted on to score much with our current roster.

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Maybe I'm wrong on this, but the lack of announcement doesn't seem like that big of a deal to me. Everyone who needs to know already knows. If Kenny is really gone then we likely already have a replacement lined up to, so I'm not too worried about it. Adam, that thought of yours came to me earlier,...

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Maybe I'm wrong on this, but the lack of announcement doesn't seem like that big of a deal to me. Everyone who needs to know already knows. If Kenny is really gone then we likely already have a replacement lined up to, so I'm not too worried about it.

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Yeah agreed, can't blame anyone for moving on if given the opportunity to trade up and provide more for their family, whether that be coaches or players. That's just the way life works and most people would do the same thing if in the same position.

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As far as I can tell it looks like with a one time contribution you can select where it goes, but with a monthly donation it does not have that option. Maybe that would be a good question to get some clarification on. Like if we want it to go only to MBB is it better for us to make a one time yearly...

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You guys realize this is just like an administrative thing right? If he wants to transfer and go somewhere else he has to enter his name in the portal.

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We need more people to start leaking what kind of money coaches representatives are asking other schools for while they are still under contract at their current school.

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And assistants are absolutely still dealing with portal and NIL shit.

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Probably get paid more as an assistant at Syracuse to I would imagine.

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Lets get an A10-Big East challenge going! (yeah I know it'll never happen)

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section(105) wrote: ↑2 weeks ago
adam914 wrote: ↑2 weeks ago I know it's tough to believe because we exist in a constant state of doom on here, but it's also possible for it to get better!
May I offer that Rhody Rehab remains open.

Haha yes! It's very important work being done over there at Rhody Rehab!

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I know it's tough to believe because we exist in a constant state of doom on here, but it's also possible for it to get better!

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It'll be interesting to see what direction Archie goes with this hire. I assume he has known Kenny will be leaving for a while now and has already begun the process if not even decided on the replacement already. Hopefully it's someone who can bring some players with them!

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Who knows how accurate those numbers are, but it is interesting to see it broken down like that. Some pretty big ranges in those tiers to. One thing that does stand out to me is how those tiers look very much like the recruiting tiers that have always been in place. So while NIL has obviously change...

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I think yesterday will be UConn’s toughest game. Beyond the Clingan of it all they are too good for 1 guy to beat them and 1 thru 4 UConn on paper has a big advantage. Guys like Loyer and Smith are gonna struggle with UConn’s length and athleticism I think. Making entry passes to Edey is going to b...

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Alabama played really well. They had great energy, shot well from 3 and the free throw line, didn't turn the ball over much, had some highlight reel plays, Sears was great...and all that got them was a 14 point loss. This UConn team is unreal!

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I don’t think they’re talking about KJ. Otherwise why would they wait to announce it? It’s probably a coach of a FF team. That said, again, Hammond and his coaches have talked about Archie Miller as a main reason for coming to URI. Also, with how overbearing and involved Georgetown boosters are - d...

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I am very reluctantly considering donating, but one thing (many actually do) keeps bothering me about this. Let’s use our new freshman PG as an example, say he ends up starting next year and is as good as we hope, maybe even better…A10 rookie of the year, will we realistically have the $500,000 plu...

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I think that's what I love most about his game. He doesn't need to score to have a big impact on the court.

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PeterRamTime wrote: ↑2 weeks ago
adam914 wrote: ↑2 weeks ago This Darren Harris dude is one hell of a shooter! Seems like he just drains everything.
Yeaaaaah he's ridiculous

Looking rather one and done out there

Good for Duke ya know? They sure could use some more talent.....

Haha yeah, its about time they catch a break!

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This Darren Harris dude is one hell of a shooter! Seems like he just drains everything.

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Jersey77 wrote: ↑2 weeks ago Terrific NIT final. Seton Hall goes on a 9-0 run at the end of the game to win in the final seconds 79-77.

That was a great ending. I really thought that Indiana State shot was about to go in at the end. Tough last possession for them, never got a real good look.

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Musselman to USC sounds like a done deal. That'll be an interesting spot for him. Curious to see how it turns out.

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20 points and 13 assists. Yeah that'll work!

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Blue Man wrote: ↑2 weeks ago Am I the only one checking in on Hammond? This kid is the real fucking deal.

Yeah I am to. He's so damn good. Prototypical point guard, does a little bit of everything and constant energy out there.

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Yeah I'm watching Hammond right now as well. The dude is so good.

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Speaking of cars, when I was in school, there was a Cadillac driving around campus with Connecticut plates and the plate said 'SLY'. The gap between the big schools and the small schools were much smaller back then than they are now. I don't want to out anyone publicly here, but I have a couple goo...

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All of them? And if yes, how much? Maybe not all, but a hell of a lot of them were. Hard to say exactly how much because it was all so hidden. The players parents suddenly get a new job that they never have to actually show up for working for that one booster, new cars show up in the driveway, new ...

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No, unless URI could compensate them for it relative to other teams. No way. P5 teams were already paying players when EC and Terrell came here. So this argument doesn't really fit. All of them? And if yes, how much? Maybe not all, but a hell of a lot of them were. Hard to say exactly how much beca...

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RI_Bred wrote: ↑2 weeks ago
rambone 78 wrote: ↑2 weeks ago Does anyone think these kids today would say or do the same in this environment?
No, unless URI could compensate them for it relative to other teams. No way.

P5 teams were already paying players when EC and Terrell came here. So this argument doesn't really fit.

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Billyboy78 wrote: ↑2 weeks ago Ok, would EC Matthews and Jared Terrell have come here under the current landscape?

I think so, if Hurley was the coach recruiting them still. P5's had every recruiting advantage over us at that time to and he still convinced them to come here.

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One thing that I think absolutely needs to change is the collective has to have the option to direct your payment 100% to the program of your choice. You have the option to donate to specific programs in athletics. Need it for NIL as well. Some want it 100% to mens basketball, some 100% to women’s ...

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Do fund raisers...Maybe $500 plate dinners with Arch or something.... anything.... otherwise you're just dumping whatever you can afford, hoping other people do too and that it makes a difference. I hate this, it's like begging me to pay more, for the same thing I'm already getting.... Let's say I ...

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Not the same. None of those examples begged fans for money to pay players. It is the same in that it was something new introduced that a lot of people said would ruin the game, and it didn't. I don't think this will either. I'm not even convinced NIL will be the final form this whole thing takes in...

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I’d be interested to know if your friends, family or colleagues who are pretty interested in their college and how they do are joining their collective? In my small circle of obvious cheapskates not a one has joined or donated to their schools collective, in fact my close friends that are uri alums...

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Whining about having to pay players is no different than people who whined about donating to help us build better facilities. That was no different than people who complained that they added a 3 point line. Yep, you could find people saying almost exactly the same "iT rUiNed tHe gaMe" stu...

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Whining about having to pay players is no different than people who whined about donating to help us build better facilities. That was no different than people who complained that they added a 3 point line. Yep, you could find people saying almost exactly the same "iT rUiNed tHe gaMe" stu...

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Of course it's not a ponzi scheme. To say that is just ridiculous.

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He does look very quick! Would probably help us play more to the style we've been trying to play.

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Nice! That's great news!

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I definitely did not take it as as meaning any sort of player announcements. I would be surprised if the collective was making those kinds of announcements but I could be wrong. I just assumed it was something related to Rhody Excellence and not a player. Like Rhody15 said, new events, the store, a...

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ram1980 wrote: ↑2 weeks ago Rumor out there that Cooley is no longer on Georgetown staff directory. Interesting

He's there on the website.

https://guhoyas.com/staff-directory

https://guhoyas.com/sports/mens-basketb ... er-coaches

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I definitely did not take it as as meaning any sort of player announcements. I would be surprised if the collective was making those kinds of announcements but I could be wrong. I just assumed it was something related to Rhody Excellence and not a player. Like Rhody15 said, new events, the store, a ...

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Really, nobody despises the players, we all root for them. It is the current system that is the problem, not the players, and don't blame them at all. Besides, seriously doubt that these players being recruited, will base their decisions on these boards. Fans here vent a little, especially when we ...

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I really wish we would stop with the whole "mercenary" thing. And I hope that any players or recruits that might read this board understand that not all Rhode Island fans despise college basketball players as much as it may seem from reading posts here. Really, nobody despises the players...

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Rammgr wrote: ↑3 weeks ago It’s not the players. It’s the system. Hopefully some adjustments will be made down the road .

Exactly, I agree. Which is why I think taking shots at players and calling them mercenaries is uncalled for. They are simply doing exactly what everyone else would do if they were in the same situation.

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I really wish we would stop with the whole "mercenary" thing. And I hope that any players or recruits that might read this board understand that not all Rhode Island fans despise college basketball players as much as it may seem from reading posts here.

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