I'm certain they talk to the current players about what they're getting. I suppose there's no way to of knowing for sure but I think these players for the most part have a pretty strong bond in matters like this.
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I'm certain they talk to the current players about what they're getting. I suppose there's no way to of knowing for sure but I think these players for the most part have a pretty strong bond in matters like this.
To be fair, this is probably a solid approach to all recruitments moving forward. Expect nothing and be happy with what we get. No point crying over misses
madillini4
Ozamataz Buckshank
- Millywaukee
MDchicago
- Lake Norman NC
Would love to get him and don't dispute he would make us better, but am confident either way because for the first time in too long a time we have a staff and platform (facilities upgrades, rabid fan base/NIL opportunities, competing for BIG titles and high seeds, etc) that should attract great talent looking for development, college wins and professional opportunities.
Throwback and a different era, but worth remembering that Lou survived quite nicely in the mid 1980's when a Champaign local (son of a UI prof) and 1984 McDonald's AA spurned the Illini for Cincinnati, where he took advantage of an engineering co-op program he was interested in (and where former Illini assistant and recruiter Tony Yates was head coach) . Link
Still, Ford went to Georgia first.
Only way to handle the stress is to get fall down drunk for the rest of the week
foby
- Bonnaroo Land
Not the right shades, but the stripes on his trunks are O&B. You can't see it in the gif, but he is floating under a tree, or UNDER WOOD. He is on the phone with Underwood. Definitely sipping an Orange Crush. And his ILL NIL future is so bright, he's gotta wear shades. 100% to the Beloved.
If you're right than that contradicts the original post suggesting Arizona might be less forthright about NIL numbers.
I think you are right
Relax guys, he's definitely picking Illinois. He's all about his FamILLy. No better place for that than Champaign
People are surprised Boswell may not want to “come home.” It’s not surprising to me at all. I moved from southern IL when I was about 10. When someone asks me where I’m from it’s not southern IL.
His family and friends are on the west coast. While I understand he has some family here and possibly some old friends. His main support system of mom and dad are on the west coast.
Id also be willing to bet he has stronger bonds with his friends he’s made in high school compared to grade school.
I get he’s from this area, but this probably isn’t what he considers “home” anymore.
His family and friends are on the west coast. While I understand he has some family here and possibly some old friends. His main support system of mom and dad are on the west coast.
Id also be willing to bet he has stronger bonds with his friends he’s made in high school compared to grade school.
I get he’s from this area, but this probably isn’t what he considers “home” anymore.
What does this mean?
Not his decision
Whew. Thanks. I had this one on my recruiting fail bingo card and it hadn't been called yet.
I know this is hardly the point here, but seeing this gif next to your avatar I can never unsee Crean as Dr. Steve Brule.
There are, of course, other factors that he may be considering besides immediate family and friends. One that could be a factor is style of play. AZ is the number 2 scoring offense in the country and they play really fast. If he likes that style of play, and I have heard other recruits say that they like to run, then AZ is leading in that department. They have at least 4 players on their roster that will get a good shot in the NBA and maybe he likes the idea of playing with a team that could be loaded for a couple more years with proven players.
I really disliked U OF A under coach MIller, as there were always rumors of cheating. The new coach probably doesn't need to do that.
Just a few thoughts I have. I have NO inside knowledge. I hope he chooses us and the Big Ten!
I really disliked U OF A under coach MIller, as there were always rumors of cheating. The new coach probably doesn't need to do that.
Just a few thoughts I have. I have NO inside knowledge. I hope he chooses us and the Big Ten!
I didn't think Brad talked with recruits?
sacraig
- The desert
Everything is fine goodnight
pruman91
- Paducah, Ky
Are we recruiting any bigs?? Don't get me wrong, I love a plethora of wings, but are we potentially rolling with just Payne and Hawkins next season?
Adrame Diongue, Boswell’s teammate. Outside of that there’s the portal and Dainja.
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