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Will do...just got off the phone with someone over there and Crean (Indiana), Calipari (UK), and Pitino (L'ville) are all in attendance right now.Originally posted by SFP View PostComment
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hmmm....those guys get around....
there is a current story up saying this...........
"July 6, 8a.m.
An 8 a.m. opener....Monday morning in Indianapolis.
Indiana Coach Tom Crean, Illinois Coach Bruce Weber and Iowa Coach Todd
Lickliter were among those on hand to see Coach Chris Hawkins’ 15-and-
under team cruise to an 89-41 win over the Peoria Irish at Arlington H.S.
In addition to that trio of Big Ten head coaches, staffers from Purdue,
Tennessee, Notre Dame, Butler and Xavier were also on hand."
BTW...Max Bielfeldt plays with the Peoria Irish
so how does Crean see a game in Indianapolis at 8AM, then get to Cincy to see a game at 10AM??Last edited by tornado; 07-06-2009, 01:12 PM.Comment
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Hey don't shoot the messenger...just reporting what I was told. I'm heading over to UC now to take in some of the action. Will have an update for you guys later about Ricardo.Originally posted by tornado View Posthmmm....those guys get around....
there is a current story up saying this...........
"July 6, 8a.m.
An 8 a.m. opener....Monday morning in Indianapolis.
Indiana Coach Tom Crean, Illinois Coach Bruce Weber and Iowa Coach Todd
Lickliter were among those on hand to see Coach Chris Hawkins??™ 15-and-
under team cruise to an 89-41 win over the Peoria Irish at Arlington H.S.
In addition to that trio of Big Ten head coaches, staffers from Purdue,
Tennessee, Notre Dame, Butler and Xavier were also on hand."
BTW...Max Bielfeldt plays with the Peoria Irish
so how does Crean see a game in Indianapolis at 8AM, then get to Cincy to see a game at 10AM??Comment
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Just got in from watching Ricardo play and he was very impressive.
He started out slow but finished with 23 of his teams' 51 points in the game I saw him. I didn't realize how strong he had gotten since last year until tonight. He took an absolute beating on drives to the rim but was still strong enough to hang and finish while getting the "and one." He showed the ability to knock down both the mid range jumper and the 3 ball. I believe he finished with four 3 pointers, including one where he got absolutely killed by the kid running at him and still made it. Needs to work on his ball handling a bit but he is quick off the dribble and was able to get to the rim anytime he wanted. What impressed me most was his versatility and ability to defend kids bigger than him on defense. He defended a 6'7 and 6'10 kid throughout the game when Pittman (6'8 ) wasn't in and more than held his own. His defense was very good. Made a few mental mistakes but overall was pretty solid.
BTW, Bradley had a black gentleman sitting two chairs down from me taking notes and watching Ricardo. Not sure of his name, but I'm sure a few of you should know who I'm speaking of. Bob Huggins of West Va. was also there to see Ricardo and Elijah Pittman.Comment
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tell Bob, that RJ doesn't fit the general profile of the kids he recruits...he's never been arrested!Originally posted by Eta Rho View PostComment
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I had to laugh a bit when I read that, but being from the Cincinnati/NKY area I have to tell you that Bob is a great guy and really gets the most of his kids. I agree his track record at UC wasn't great but as a person, he's one of the best guys you'll ever meet.Originally posted by tornado View PostComment
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one comment from a premium recruiting analyst's report...
"Ricardo Johnson looks like an impressive mid-major wing"
so I hope he picks the right mid-majorComment
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Does anyone know who the black gentleman is that would have been there watching Ricardo? He and the two coaches next to him were talking about Ricardo throughout the game.Comment
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I am certain it is assistant BU coach Alvin Brooks
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The AAU team that he plays for has a lot to do with the reason that Bradley is his only current offer...Originally posted by tornado View Post
I spoke with several college coaches/scouts yesterday and all said the same thing....if Ricardo wants more exposure, he needs to play for a different coach or different team. Many of the scouts/coaches don't want to deal with the guy that coaches that team. Lack of basketball knowledge and a "me first" type of guy.Comment
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Didn't get a chance to see him today, but Ricardo led his KY Players team to the Silver Bracket championship after going 0-2 in pool play at the Adidas It Takes 5ive Classic in Cincinnati... Nice bounce back for him and his team.Comment
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Ugh we need him!!!
What is the likelihood he goes bigger than Bradley? A ballpark percentage...Comment
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