True. But, not while I'm watching the Illini.
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Petro is struggling. I am sure BU has every right to give it to him, so to speak. Petro showing fire and passion against BU should be shown on the damn court! I believe he can contribute. If that's his attitude, though, then let's give Brandon Lee a chance, and let Petro think about it.
Bingo! +10. I wholeheartedly agree with this.
0 turnovers from 4-6 on avg is a big difference in a game. I think KJ turnovers were huge in a lot of our losses last yr. I like Wagler as a player much better than KJ.
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I would rather Petro and Underwood figure this out without a multi game benching like Tre White last year. Petro could be a huge part of this team later this year and next. Had very unique skills.
Agreed. In the meantime, while he's being benched, let's see what Brandon Lee can do. I also do think Petro can be a big part of this team.
Ah ha! Like I said above, I knew alcohol had to be a factor
Get better, Pru.
Another long-time lurker here who vowed to come out to respond to a post of yours. I hope you continue to improve and are interviewing many NLs for your recovery!
Petro is so unique to this team he could be an X factor down the line, if not more consistently.
He’s adapting the language, league, and team dynamics in only a few weeks plus of full practice. I’m assuming classes matter too.
It’s natural for fire personalities want to speak out to anyone: no fear! And that’s the personality we need but channeled to the right things.
His skill set is fine. Has to learn that these athletes here are second to none so he can’t get away with some lackadaisical moments and accept the teachable moments when they do occur and grow. It’s up to him.
Hope you are healing well! Please feel free to post your NLs, Walken, Rooks as much as you need for a speedy recovery!
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Strange game. Really interfered with my enjoyment of Jelly Roll Story Hour at times though.
As media consolidation continues, it's going to become increasingly common for that kind of dreck to be forced upon captive audiences.
As media consolidation continues, it's going to become increasingly common for that kind of dreck to be forced upon captive audiences.
The awkward silence after Tomi smashed the guitar and then the immediate starting up of the yell again has me rolling!
Sorry to hear
Not really. Still need to see it during a timeout when things aren’t working. His tendency is to stick with what’s been established.
As for rebounding adjustments, he told them to just “run to the ball” rather than look for a body to block out. Sounds like they haven’t practiced much the blocking out and tried to institute it in the first half. Credit to knowing to throw it out.
As for rebounding adjustments, he told them to just “run to the ball” rather than look for a body to block out. Sounds like they haven’t practiced much the blocking out and tried to institute it in the first half. Credit to knowing to throw it out.
Some of that was due to bad calls by the refs. Twice in the first half he came in, made a nice, clean, block and got called for the foul.
Heavenly Father, we come to you today with heavy hearts, lifting up Pru who has suffered from this stroke and currently in a Paducah hospital.
We pray for your healing hand to be upon him. We ask that Jesus lift him up and heal him completely, with no lingering effects.
We pray for strength for Pru and his family during this difficult time, especially knowing the path ahead. Grant the medical team in Paducah wisdom, skill, and clarity as they care for him.
We have faith in Your mercy and grace and we know that you are the master healer. In Jesus’ name we pray- Amen.
Great game. Tennessee looked worn out by Illinois's size in the second half after holding on with rebounding in the first. Tomi looked great. Humrichous didn't shoot and made some great plays. The UConn game was a turning point for the Illini and Tomi.
Did anyone see the reel of Tomi smashing the guitar trophy and Underwood and Andrej looking horrified? I can't find it now -- I'm wondering if they decided it was too disrespectful and took it down.
Did anyone see the reel of Tomi smashing the guitar trophy and Underwood and Andrej looking horrified? I can't find it now -- I'm wondering if they decided it was too disrespectful and took it down.
found it again haha:
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Agreed. The first foul call Big Z picked up was understandable as he was in bad position, even though his play was clean. That was an anticipation foul rather than a contact foul. The second foul call on him was absolutely inexplicable. As clean a block as it gets, no contact and good position. Plus, in that 1st half the refs were letting players beat and hack the hell out of each other no foul. But once he picked up 2 in really short minutes, gotta sit him. Really good on Big Z to mentally come out playing the way he did in the 2nd Half. 2 gigantic threes and a decent job inside. Those back to back threes were basically ballgame. He's a key part of this team.
Did anyone else catch the commentary near the end of the game about how Z came into Illinois with one leg like 30% stronger than the other? (this is due to an ongoing issue he has been dealing with for a few years now after a knee surgery)
Training staff addressed that and it is down to 8% difference now.
Training staff addressed that and it is down to 8% difference now.
Great to hear from you Pru. Praying you get better soon
Good grief, he was at two major programs before us. How does that happen?
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