‘20 MD Elijah Wood (Nebraska)

[Slim]

Slim, you may THINK you know more, but you don’t. That’s neither here nor there, just stop shittin on the KID. Keyword... KID!

You don’t have to be high on him or even think he has potential, but you’ve gone beyond overboard....let’s be adults about this now.

If we resurgent the Balanc thread and started to continuously shit on him, you’d be up in arms, like he was your own child.

Say what you want about Matt or anybody else knock yourself out it’s all good. I’m talking basketball you can read more into.

[ramster]

Ramster, as far as ratings go, I'm pretty sure that Cyril was ranked lower than both Layssard and Tertsea. And I don't think Jeff or Fatts were ranked very high either. The A10 has had a hard time attracting top 100 type players recently, even compared to 4 or 5 years ago.. It's more about potential and development with guys we recruit now. If the league has a resurgence in the near future (and it looks promising), maybe we can get a top 100 type player again.

Langevine played for St Patrick’s, Russell played for Imhotep, Dowtin played for St John’s College HS. All 3 started and were very key contributors to their teams.
All 3 of their teams spent time in the USA Today Top 25 during their Senior Years. All 3 teams got up into the Top 10 at some point.
All 3 teams played tough schedules and made multiple trips to Tournaments with high caliber teams participating.
All 3 of these players needed to be talented to not only start for their HS teams but to contribute significantly as well. I saw Russell and Dowtin live in HS
Players who play on poor teams, average or below competition, shorter and or slower teams, low level AAU, etc are much tougher to judge at present and for future ability to contribute. Players improve and mature at different levels as well. Some grow late like the Toppin brothers. Some grow early and level out. I remember Tomas Murphy was Top 30 ESPN his freshman and sophomore years and being called better than his two older brothers. Duke, Florida, ets were frequently mentioned. He dropped down to where he went to Northeastern and was an average Colonial League player.
It’s not an exact science and I think many of the tweeting “experts” either spend more time talking at games and don’t know what they should be looking for and/or just feed off each other wetting their pants to be the first to report anything. And they look at points scored with little knowledge of desire to judge defense ability. I’ve watched many of these guys at AAU Tournaments and they do a low amount of actual watching.
FWIW.
What do I know

[theblueram]

I just like seeing the news headline that we signed a 4* player, close to top 100. We've had so many busts recently, I'll take the headlines.

[Slim]

Takoma vs BCC(Wood) highlights. Takoma was without there best player.

[theblueram]

Takoma vs BCC(Wood) highlights. Takoma was without there best player.

which one is wood?

[Slim]

Takoma vs BCC(Wood) highlights. Takoma was without there best player.

which one is wood?

#3 blue

[theblueram]

Takoma vs BCC(Wood) highlights. Takoma was without there best player.

which one is wood?

#3 blue

Since I only saw him in about 5 plays, tough to make anything out on that video.

[Slim]

which one is wood?

#3 blue

Since I only saw him in about 5 plays, tough to make anything out on that video.

Agreed. I was there last night so I saw the game, but agree highlights don’t show a lot. He does stand around lot in the video and watches on defense/rebounding. It’s always better to watch whole game

[theblueram]

#3 blue

Since I only saw him in about 5 plays, tough to make anything out on that video.

Agreed. I was there last night so I saw the game, but agree highlights don’t show a lot. He does stand around lot in the video and watches on defense/rebounding. It’s always better to watch whole game

poor coaching.

[Slim]

Since I only saw him in about 5 plays, tough to make anything out on that video.

Agreed. I was there last night so I saw the game, but agree highlights don’t show a lot. He does stand around lot in the video and watches on defense/rebounding. It’s always better to watch whole game

poor coaching.

His coach played at D1 Drake and has taken a team to the state semi finals few years ago. Most years they don’t have lot talent. Solid Coach IMO for the talent he has.

[theblueram]

Agreed. I was there last night so I saw the game, but agree highlights don’t show a lot. He does stand around lot in the video and watches on defense/rebounding. It’s always better to watch whole game

poor coaching.

His coach played at D1 Drake and has taken a team to the state semi finals few years ago. Most years they don’t have lot talent. Solid Coach IMO for the talent he has.

Well, he does have one 4* player committed to URI, so there's that.

[steveystuds06]

I'm surprised Cox hasn't hired Slim as our new assistant.

[Running Ram]

I've read this whole thread, no one claims the kid is coming in and taking over, not a single person states they think he will come here and be a "star."

ramster stop grouping dc with yourself and slim, you are the only two consistently harshing on the kid, dc like a fan is willing to see how it goes, he has his reservations but see's the good in the commitment. Why won't you answer my direct questions? you ignore the important questions and only post what backs your opinion....I'll repeat "If he's over-rated by 50-100 spots we still have an extremely capable A10 player filling a need and an early 4* commitment, why isn't that enough for you to be the least bit excited?"

[Slim]

I'm surprised Cox hasn't hired Slim as our new assistant.

I have no interest in being college coach. 10 more years God willing I can retire. Lol. College coaching dealing with 17-23 year olds and having to win is tough job.

[Slim]

poor coaching.

His coach played at D1 Drake and has taken a team to the state semi finals few years ago. Most years they don’t have lot talent. Solid Coach IMO for the talent he has.

Well, he does have one 4* player committed to URI, so there's that.

You guys love that 4 star talk. Lol. Steph Curry, Kawhi, Siakam, Lillard, CJ all 2 star guys but guess it sounds good. We will see what happens.

[Running Ram]

We do like the 4* talk, we also understand that rankings don't mean too much. We like the buzz it provides, the potential boost it provides vis a vis recruiting other recruits and we hold out hope the rankings in this case turn out to be accurate because we're freaking fans!!

[Slim]

We do like the 4* talk, we also understand that rankings don't mean too much. We like the buzz it provides, the potential boost it provides vis a vis recruiting other recruits and we hold out hope the rankings in this case turn out to be accurate because we're freaking fans!!

Got it. Lol. Enjoy

[Running Ram]

We do like the 4* talk, we also understand that rankings don't mean too much. We like the buzz it provides, the potential boost it provides vis a vis recruiting other recruits and we hold out hope the rankings in this case turn out to be accurate because we're freaking fans!!

Go it. Lol. Enjoy

keep harshing on HS juniors
lol
now i have the last word.
Enjoy

[Slim]

Talking basketball is harassment now. Lol

[Running Ram]

Talking basketball is harassment now. Lol

I wrote HARSHING not harassing numb nut. Like a polite way of saying you're shitting all over this kids thread.

[bigappleram]

In more positive news hearing DiSano will have an interview with Wood out in the next few days...maybe he will address the hate he is receiving on KB from slim and ramster

[Slim]

Talking basketball is harassment now. Lol

I wrote HARSHING not harassing numb nut. Like a polite way of saying you're shitting all over this kids thread.

Why you upset? Numb nut whatever that means. Lol

[Slim]

In more positive news hearing DiSano will have an interview with Wood out in the next few days...maybe he will address the hate he is receiving on KB from slim and ramster

Hate?

[Running Ram]

I'm not upset, I wrote them in all caps so you would read the letters and sound them out. and the fact that you can't figure out what numb nut means, well, nuff said.

[Slim]

I'm not upset, I wrote them in all caps so you would read the letters and sound them out. and the fact that you can't figure out what numb nut means, well, nuff said.

You do seem upset. It’s a basketball messageboard we are talking basketball. Then numb nut comes up whatever that is. Lol

[Running Ram]

In more positive news hearing DiSano will have an interview with Wood out in the next few days...maybe he will address the hate he is receiving on KB from slim and ramster

Hate?

you really are a clueless magoo, BAR is weighing in on your side if anything. You see the winking face there, that means he's being a little sarcastic. I'm pretty sure he mean's I'm over-reacting by thinking the kids care about the KB board.

[Slim]

In more positive news hearing DiSano will have an interview with Wood out in the next few days...maybe he will address the hate he is receiving on KB from slim and ramster

Hate?

you really are a clueless magoo, BAR is weighing in on your side if anything. You see the winking face there, that means he's being a little sarcastic. I'm pretty sure he mean's I'm over-reacting by thinking the kids care about the KB board.

Whatever you say let’s just talk basketball

[ramster]

I've read this whole thread, no one claims the kid is coming in and taking over, not a single person states they think he will come here and be a "star."

ramster stop grouping dc with yourself and slim, you are the only two consistently harshing on the kid, dc like a fan is willing to see how it goes, he has his reservations but see's the good in the commitment. Why won't you answer my direct questions? you ignore the important questions and only post what backs your opinion....I'll repeat "If he's over-rated by 50-100 spots we still have an extremely capable A10 player filling a need and an early 4* commitment, why isn't that enough for you to be the least bit excited?"

Yes sir - I will not mention DC anymore, orders received.

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[Rhody83]

Realistically the team needs Wood to have impact on the 21-22 season. It’s a long time from now.

[TruePoint]

50 Spots would put him about 154, 100 spots would put him 204.

This is the useful kind of info that you just can’t get elsewhere folks. Make sure your subscriptions are paid up. I know I come here for the 2nd grade maths.

[Running Ram]

ramster you are so singular, you just love to dig in. This kid is a high school junior, we need him to make an impact when he is a college sophomore, if we don't mix in some shooters before then we're involved in a bigger conversation than this. So much remains unknown, he could fly, he could flop, he could do nothing more than fill a role, it doesn't change the fact that we landed a big, athletic, highly ranked combo guard early in the recruiting cycle, that is the specific thing I'm asking you to be excited about. The question I asked required you to suspend your belief Wood will be a total flop and to assume he would perform like he's ranked 210 instead of 110, would that be so bad? Is your faith in Cox really that bad? No chance Cox saw something in this kid slim hasn't? No chance Cox coaches him up?

[ace]

The most polarizing 4* recruit in the modern Keaney Blue era, by far. And it just continues. I honestly see credence on both sides, the fans who want to hope for the best and let's be honest signing an early 4* is good for the program from PR and perception perspective, regardless if he lives up to the ranking...but I also don't have a huge issue with someone that has seen them play saying they are overrated, repeatedly. If you shun those 'insider' type voices then what is the use of a message board..i am all for blocking out trolls, whose sole reason to be here is to show up when times are bad and be provocative (ie GBG), but Slim is moreso a Wood doubter than a troll and this thread is a logical home for a lot of his POV.

It’s nice to get a guy who the staff seems to like locked up. On the other hand, in making the decision, they likely close the door on a bunch of other good players kind of early in the process. Best case scenario is your guy works out, and it doesn’t matter. It’s one of many reasons why I would be a terrible head coach- I could advocate for my guy like an assistant does, but I have no interest in being the final decision maker.

[ramster]

50 Spots would put him about 154, 100 spots would put him 204.

This is the useful kind of info that you just can’t get elsewhere folks. Make sure your subscriptions are paid up. I know I come here for the 2nd grade maths.

Thanks TP,
Way to just take a statement out of contact ant try make someone look stupid. As you said, it’s why you come here.

[ramster]

ramster you are so singular, you just love to dig in. This kid is a high school junior, we need him to make an impact when he is a college sophomore, if we don't mix in some shooters before then we're involved in a bigger conversation than this. So much remains unknown, he could fly, he could flop, he could do nothing more than fill a role, it doesn't change the fact that we landed a big, athletic, highly ranked combo guard early in the recruiting cycle, that is the specific thing I'm asking you to be excited about. The question I asked required you to suspend your belief Wood will be a total flop and to assume he would perform like he's ranked 210 instead of 110, would that be so bad? Is your faith in Cox really that bad? No chance Cox saw something in this kid slim hasn't? No chance Cox coaches him up?

nm

[RhodyKyle]

50 Spots would put him about 154, 100 spots would put him 204.

This is the useful kind of info that you just can’t get elsewhere folks. Make sure your subscriptions are paid up. I know I come here for the 2nd grade maths.

Thanks TP,
Way to just take a statement out of contact ant try make someone look stupid. As you said, it’s why you come here.

When addressing the very specific point of Wood being overrated by 50-100 spots, that quote is everything you said on that point. It is quite literally the exact opposite of "out of context."

[ramster]

This is the useful kind of info that you just can’t get elsewhere folks. Make sure your subscriptions are paid up. I know I come here for the 2nd grade maths.

Thanks TP,
Way to just take a statement out of contact ant try make someone look stupid. As you said, it’s why you come here.

When addressing the very specific point of Wood being overrated by 50-100 spots, that quote is everything you said on that point. It is quite literally the exact opposite of "out of context."

I don’t get it. So what was the point? No idea then what either of you are talking about. I just know it made me feel like an idiot. Was it not supposed to?

[TruePoint]

ramster - no harm intended. Just trying to make myself laugh. Sorry that you took it that way.

[URIRecruitingInfo]

This thread is bonkers, but I admit, at this point I can't even look away.

[Rhody83]

[Slim]

https://t.co/04aPcXTi18 New 2020 Rivals Rankings

[reef]

Wood at 130 what was he before ???

[Slim]

Wood at 130 what was he before ???

Freshman year he was rated really high has dropped every year for the most part. I believe he was top 100 before this Ranking

[adam914]

Looks like he was 99 a year ago when this thread was started and dropped from 107 previously.

[Rhody83]

Expected when you don't play AAU. The rankings released today were updated on the Spring AAU season so obviously he was going to drop.
I not saying he is going to climb back into the top 100 but take a look at Bones Hyland who missed the AAU season between Jr & Sr year. He was a 3 star rated #319 going into his Sr High School season. His rating was changed to #76 recently (#60 by 247). The point being, if you miss AAU your rating will drop.

[Slim]

Expected when you don't play AAU. The rankings released today were updated on the Spring AAU season so obviously he was going to drop.
I not saying he is going to climb back into the top 100 but take a look at Bones Hyland who missed the AAU season between Jr & Sr year. He was a 3 star rated #319 going into his Sr High School season. His rating was changed to #76 recently (#60 by 247). The point being, if you miss AAU your rating will drop.

He played AAU this year and didn't play well, so didn't play anymore. That's pretty much what he always has done. He has never stood out in AAU. His rankings came early, so that's why he's still around but continues to drop. He seems to never play AAU in July.. Last year he started with Thrill but was done by May, and the year before started with Boo Williams, but bounced around. He hasn't done much in HS/AAU, but when your a 6'5 rising 9th grade with athleticism that's suppose to be PG you will attract attention nationally at camps and showcases. That's pretty much his story. We will see how he does at URI.. FYI, Bones is the real deal.. Him & ACE together Spell T-R-O-U-B-L-E

[Rhody83]

Some good news

[sevegny7]

What was the tweet seemed to not load and possibly taken down?

[Rhody83]

Tweet from Elijah:
Today I learned I weigh 183lbs, beginning of the year I was struggling to keep up to 165.. Work on your craft and God will answer your needs

[Rhody74]

https://www.yurview.com/uri-rams/elijah ... am-commit/

[Slim]

Maret 70 BCC 40.