Ubermensch
BOOM! Feed my ego.
Well, also consider the timing. One year, and almost literally 24 hours after their tournament loss. They have to be in shock. Who saw this coming? Crazy.
Brad Underwood Named Illini Basketball Coach
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Well, also consider the timing. One year, and almost literally 24 hours after their tournament loss. They have to be in shock. Who saw this coming? Crazy.
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UVA on pace for 34 points tonight. Good thing we didn't go after THAT guy.
LarryGotFouled
- Plano, TX
Impressive strategy
In retrospect, I am amazed at the level of sophistication in JW's approach. From BU's comment on 'watching Michigan's first round BIG game', it was clear that this wasn't a spur of the moment thing. For whatever reason, JW knew he was unhappy and would listen. The biggest risk was OSU getting wind of it and launching a pre-emptive approach or else other programs (like IU, Missouri or potentially UCLA if Alford leaves) getting wind that Underwood was listening to alternatives. I can only attribute the flurry of 'insider' 'sharpies' this week to a targeted disinformation campaign to throw everyone off the scent long enough. It probably would have greatly complicated JW's life if OSU had made the Sweet 16 -tough to manage the information that long and Illini Nation would have had seizures all next week if nothing was announced on Monday 'as promised.' The whole execution is extremely impressive for a young AD in a high pressure, complex situation. Well done Josh.
In retrospect, I am amazed at the level of sophistication in JW's approach. From BU's comment on 'watching Michigan's first round BIG game', it was clear that this wasn't a spur of the moment thing. For whatever reason, JW knew he was unhappy and would listen. The biggest risk was OSU getting wind of it and launching a pre-emptive approach or else other programs (like IU, Missouri or potentially UCLA if Alford leaves) getting wind that Underwood was listening to alternatives. I can only attribute the flurry of 'insider' 'sharpies' this week to a targeted disinformation campaign to throw everyone off the scent long enough. It probably would have greatly complicated JW's life if OSU had made the Sweet 16 -tough to manage the information that long and Illini Nation would have had seizures all next week if nothing was announced on Monday 'as promised.' The whole execution is extremely impressive for a young AD in a high pressure, complex situation. Well done Josh.
the national
- the Front Range
HAHA! I thought the same thing. Dont get me wrong, he is an awesome coach but man, we have a fun one in Underwood.
Who knew Florida would be beating them up soo badly!
Yeah when you watch him coach he does always seem pissed off. I like it!
He is a Huggins and Martin disciple, so the look makes sense
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All those empty planes traveling to Naples and such.... nice diversionary tactics.
Its possible BU reached out to express interest at some point. Wasn't the 'inside' information that Cuonzo did the same?
Is there a happier pair of guys than Tejon and JCL right now?
Ubermensch
BOOM! Feed my ego.
Illini guards should be very happy. TJL should absolutely thrive under Brad Underwood. I can't believe I just typed that sentence.
Wokker
- "The Good Land", WI
I wonder if leron and finke are salivating as much about their potential role as the five as I am? All that pinch post, roll, pick and pop action is what our previous regime was obviously trying to develop with them both.
We just lacked the Xs and Os before now.
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Welcome Brad Underwood
My confirmation name is Brad.
Brad Effin Underwood
The BFU era has begun:thumb:
Looking forward to next March's games!
LL!
Appreciate the enthusiasm. Please no BFU.
Obviously the biggest concern is recruiting and I don't see an obvious Chicago recruiter at his disposal.
Having said that the offensive potential is really intriguing.
The year prior to Underwood's arrival at Stephen F. Austin they averaged 64.8 ppg.
The next 3 years a Stephen F. Austin:
76
78.6
80.2
Oklahoma St.
2016-66.5
2017-85.7
Having said that the offensive potential is really intriguing.
The year prior to Underwood's arrival at Stephen F. Austin they averaged 64.8 ppg.
The next 3 years a Stephen F. Austin:
76
78.6
80.2
Oklahoma St.
2016-66.5
2017-85.7
Somehow we will match up with OSU in the first round of he NCAA tournament, and the committee will lie and deny that they dont factor in these things.
Wokker
- "The Good Land", WI
Finke and Black? See above
PartyChicken
- Charlotte, NC
Return of the man-bun
Agree.
Thought it was reported Walker is staying?
Amen, former was hard to watch
Well I hope they are right
rmlsr
- El Paso,IL
Think about it... Walker is prob looking to get as big of a pay increase as he can out of it before the deal is completely done. No worries here part of contract talks.:thumb:
GortTheRobot
- North Bethesda, Maryland
So instead of "The Paint Crew," will we have "The UnderDogs?"
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