recruiting 2014 and beyond (h00ps weird0s beat off list)

[commavegarage]

no.

wouldnt we have gotten him last year if he wanted to play for christian?

i seem to recall academics being an issue

[DavidGordonsFoot]

iwnh

[HJS]

no.

wouldnt we have gotten him last year if he wanted to play for christian?

i seem to recall academics being an issue

I recall that as well.

[eepstein0]

no.

wouldnt we have gotten him last year if he wanted to play for christian?

i seem to recall academics being an issue

I recall that as well.

No. The issue was was that Ohio prevented him from following JC to BC

[bcmurph]

GoodmanESPN Jeff Goodman
Cornell transfer Shonn Miller met with UConn, Illinois, & Boston College on Thursday and Michigan yesterday, per source. Eligible next year.

[Corporal Funishment]

Jeff Borzello ‏@jeffborzello 20h20 hours ago
Rafael Maia, who is graduating from Brown and enrolling elsewhere, has already met with Pitt, Boston College and Rice, per a source.

Jeff Borzello ‏@jeffborzello 20h20 hours ago
Cal, Stanford, Nebraska, Georgia Tech and others are also interested in Rafael Maia (9.9 ppg, 8.7 rpg this past season at Brown).

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He's listed as 6'9 245. I rate this guy a notch below Shonn Miller but either would be a good pickup for us.

[BCHerbert]

Jeff Borzello ‏@jeffborzello 20h20 hours ago
Rafael Maia, who is graduating from Brown and enrolling elsewhere, has already met with Pitt, Boston College and Rice, per a source.

Jeff Borzello ‏@jeffborzello 20h20 hours ago
Cal, Stanford, Nebraska, Georgia Tech and others are also interested in Rafael Maia (9.9 ppg, 8.7 rpg this past season at Brown).

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He's listed as 6'9 245. I rate this guy a notch below Shonn Miller but either would be a good pickup for us.

Maia is supposedly a tough player and doesn't mind getting physical. We need a guy that can mix it up and doesn't mind grabbing some boards down low.

[NJM89]

Jeff Borzello ‏@jeffborzello 20h20 hours ago
Rafael Maia, who is graduating from Brown and enrolling elsewhere, has already met with Pitt, Boston College and Rice, per a source.

Jeff Borzello ‏@jeffborzello 20h20 hours ago
Cal, Stanford, Nebraska, Georgia Tech and others are also interested in Rafael Maia (9.9 ppg, 8.7 rpg this past season at Brown).

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He's listed as 6'9 245. I rate this guy a notch below Shonn Miller but either would be a good pickup for us.

Maia is supposedly a tough player and doesn't mind getting physical. We need a guy that can mix it up and doesn't mind grabbing some boards down low.

I dont care if he has a Caudill level offensive game or not but he led the Ivy league in rebounds last two years so ill take him on that reason alone. Also, yes please on that kid from Cornell, he was a walking double-double this season he would get a lot of minutes for us and start at either the 3 or the 4.

[eepstein0]

Jeff Borzello ‏@jeffborzello 20h20 hours ago
Rafael Maia, who is graduating from Brown and enrolling elsewhere, has already met with Pitt, Boston College and Rice, per a source.

Jeff Borzello ‏@jeffborzello 20h20 hours ago
Cal, Stanford, Nebraska, Georgia Tech and others are also interested in Rafael Maia (9.9 ppg, 8.7 rpg this past season at Brown).

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He's listed as 6'9 245. I rate this guy a notch below Shonn Miller but either would be a good pickup for us.

Maia is supposedly a tough player and doesn't mind getting physical. We need a guy that can mix it up and doesn't mind grabbing some boards down low.

I dont care if he has a Caudill level offensive game or not but he led the Ivy league in rebounds last two years so ill take him on that reason alone. Also, yes please on that kid from Cornell, he was a walking double-double this season he would get a lot of minutes for us and start at either the 3 or the 4.

We need both....

[eepstein0]

Jeff Borzello ‏@jeffborzello 20h20 hours ago
Rafael Maia, who is graduating from Brown and enrolling elsewhere, has already met with Pitt, Boston College and Rice, per a source.

Jeff Borzello ‏@jeffborzello 20h20 hours ago
Cal, Stanford, Nebraska, Georgia Tech and others are also interested in Rafael Maia (9.9 ppg, 8.7 rpg this past season at Brown).

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He's listed as 6'9 245. I rate this guy a notch below Shonn Miller but either would be a good pickup for us.

Maia is supposedly a tough player and doesn't mind getting physical. We need a guy that can mix it up and doesn't mind grabbing some boards down low.

I dont care if he has a Caudill level offensive game or not but he led the Ivy league in rebounds last two years so ill take him on that reason alone. Also, yes please on that kid from Cornell, he was a walking double-double this season he would get a lot of minutes for us and start at either the 3 or the 4.

We need both....

[Shoreagle]

Haven't we had enough Cornell leftovers?

[eepstein0]

Haven't we had enough Cornell leftovers?

Do some research, Google is your friend.

[DavidGordonsFoot]

Haven't we had enough Cornell leftovers?

Do some research, Google is your friend.

I'm glad you've stopped being "downright pleasant" as the sirius intern put it.

[eepstein0]

Iowa about to offer Michael Edwards.

Jaycee Hillisman is OVing to SJSU this week

[Corporal Funishment]

http://insider.espn.go.com/blog/jeff-go ... nsfer-list

Nothing substantial here but a couple of names jumped out at me on the list aside from the ones already mentioned, Jordan Daniels is a grad transfer, and Ge'Lawn Guyn as well, who didn't do much at Cincinnati but who I remember us being interested in 4 years ago.

[eepstein0]

http://insider.espn.go.com/blog/jeff-goodman/post/_/id/4899/top-10-transfers-and-complete-transfer-list

Nothing substantial here but a couple of names jumped out at me on the list aside from the ones already mentioned, Jordan Daniels is a grad transfer, and Ge'Lawn Guyn as well, who didn't do much at Cincinnati but who I remember us being interested in 4 years ago.

Daniels would be a good fit to backup Hanlan. Hanlan playing 40 minutes a game isn't going to work if BC wants to compete in the ACC. He was fine, but never cut out to start in the ACC due to his size

[TobaccoRoadEagle]

http://insider.espn.go.com/blog/jeff-goodman/post/_/id/4899/top-10-transfers-and-complete-transfer-list

Nothing substantial here but a couple of names jumped out at me on the list aside from the ones already mentioned, Jordan Daniels is a grad transfer, and Ge'Lawn Guyn as well, who didn't do much at Cincinnati but who I remember us being interested in 4 years ago.

Daniels would be a good fit to backup Hanlan. Hanlan playing 40 minutes a game isn't going to work if BC wants to compete in the ACC. He was fine, but never cut out to start in the ACC due to his size

you really think hanlan is going to play 40 of the 48 minutes next year?

[BCEagles25]

http://insider.espn.go.com/blog/jeff-goodman/post/_/id/4899/top-10-transfers-and-complete-transfer-list

Nothing substantial here but a couple of names jumped out at me on the list aside from the ones already mentioned, Jordan Daniels is a grad transfer, and Ge'Lawn Guyn as well, who didn't do much at Cincinnati but who I remember us being interested in 4 years ago.

Daniels would be a good fit to backup Hanlan. Hanlan playing 40 minutes a game isn't going to work if BC wants to compete in the ACC. He was fine, but never cut out to start in the ACC due to his size

you really think hanlan is going to play 40 of the 48 minutes next year?

he's not taking all 40 of Rakim Sanders minutes. not as a rookie.

[twballgame9]

http://insider.espn.go.com/blog/jeff-goodman/post/_/id/4899/top-10-transfers-and-complete-transfer-list

Nothing substantial here but a couple of names jumped out at me on the list aside from the ones already mentioned, Jordan Daniels is a grad transfer, and Ge'Lawn Guyn as well, who didn't do much at Cincinnati but who I remember us being interested in 4 years ago.

Daniels would be a good fit to backup Hanlan. Hanlan playing 40 minutes a game isn't going to work if BC wants to compete in the ACC. He was fine, but never cut out to start in the ACC due to his size

you really think hanlan is going to play 40 of the 48 minutes next year?

he's not taking all 40 of Rakim Sanders minutes. not as a rookie.

Sanders is lighting up Italy, not Greece. Although they might meet on the Euroleague

[eepstein0]

http://insider.espn.go.com/blog/jeff-goodman/post/_/id/4899/top-10-transfers-and-complete-transfer-list

Nothing substantial here but a couple of names jumped out at me on the list aside from the ones already mentioned, Jordan Daniels is a grad transfer, and Ge'Lawn Guyn as well, who didn't do much at Cincinnati but who I remember us being interested in 4 years ago.

Daniels would be a good fit to backup Hanlan. Hanlan playing 40 minutes a game isn't going to work if BC wants to compete in the ACC. He was fine, but never cut out to start in the ACC due to his size

you really think hanlan is going to play 40 of the 48 minutes next year?

The only places Hanlan will play are BC, Greece or the D-League.

[BostonChillage]

http://insider.espn.go.com/blog/jeff-goodman/post/_/id/4899/top-10-transfers-and-complete-transfer-list

Nothing substantial here but a couple of names jumped out at me on the list aside from the ones already mentioned, Jordan Daniels is a grad transfer, and Ge'Lawn Guyn as well, who didn't do much at Cincinnati but who I remember us being interested in 4 years ago.

I want Angel Nunez from Gonzaga. 6 8 athletic PF who never got good minutes because of their stacked front court. Started at Lousiville. Actually think we'd have a good shot if interested.

[BCSUPERFAN22]

@AdamZagoria: Providence transfer Tyler Harris is considering these 10 per his dad:
Arizona
UConn
Ga Tech
Ok State
Auburn
Nebraska
Tenn
BC
UMass
La Salle

[eepstein0]

@AdamZagoria: Providence transfer Tyler Harris is considering these 10 per his dad:
Arizona
UConn
Ga Tech
Ok State
Auburn
Nebraska
Tenn
BC
UMass
La Salle

Good luck

[Corporal Funishment]

Another 2016 target for those keeping track:
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/rec ... ong-start/

We're still in the hunt on this one!


DevonTe Brooks ‏@DBrooksSBN 42m42 minutes ago
2016 Coolidge SF Justin Route (@DucciBoyRoute) will visit USC and Boston College soon. @MarcusHelton

[eepstein0]

Another 2016 target for those keeping track:
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/rec ... ong-start/

We're still in the hunt on this one!


DevonTe Brooks ‏@DBrooksSBN 42m42 minutes ago
2016 Coolidge SF Justin Route (@DucciBoyRoute) will visit USC and Boston College soon. @MarcusHelton

He seems like a good athlete and he handles it well.

[HJS]

I see that Rick Brunson's kid is a Mickey Ds AA after winning Mr. BB for Illinois and is committed to Jay Wright.

It got me thinking... what ever happened to Rick Brunson transferring to BC? He was a Mickey Ds AA out of Salem who picked Temple over everyone. He was supposed to transfer to BC after his frosh season (would have been eligible a RS Soph the year Danya made Dean Smith cry by killing Derrick Phelps). Anyone remember what happened there and why it never went forward?
http://articles.philly.com/1992-04-01/s ... ck-brunson

[TobaccoRoadEagle]

I see that Rick Brunson's kid is a Mickey Ds AA after winning Mr. BB for Illinois and is committed to Jay Wright.

It got me thinking... what ever happened to Rick Brunson transferring to BC? He was a Mickey Ds AA out of Salem who picked Temple over everyone. He was supposed to transfer to BC after his frosh season (would have been eligible a RS Soph the year Danya made Dean Smith cry by killing Derrick Phelps). Anyone remember what happened there and why it never went forward?
http://articles.philly.com/1992-04-01/s ... ck-brunson

his philly based massage therapist must have changed her mind and allowed him to continue as a patient.
http://www.dailyprogress.com/sports/men ... ae071.html


In 1992, Rick Brunson had a knee-jerk reaction that nearly changed the course of his life.

Brunson, who had just completed his first year as a Temple basketball player, was suffering from a typical case of freshman-itis when he walked into John Chaney's office and told the legendary coach that he wanted to transfer.

Brunson, who had been one of the most sought-after high school players in the country just a year before, expected Chaney to soothe him - convince him things were going to be better the next season.


Chaney's reaction, however, was just the opposite.


The demonstrative coach immediately shouted at his secretary to bring him the necessary transfer forms.


"I was looking for like a lifeline," recalled Brunson, smiling, "and this guy just throws me out of there."


Brunson had all but transferred to Boston College when, at the last second, he had a change of heart. Brunson came to realize that Chaney's tough-love approach was the best thing for him.


In the end, it was Brunson who was begging Chaney for a chance to come back.


The decision to stay at Temple wound up being one of the biggest of Brunson's life. Brunson flourished at the school - on and off the court - and became joined at the hip with Chaney, a man whom he now considers as close as a blood relative.


The 35-year-old Brunson laughs when he tells the story about Chaney - but it's exactly that kind of real-life experience that has made him such a valuable addition to coach Dave Leitao's staff. In his first season as Director of Basketball Operations, Brunson has been the ideal sounding board for players - especially the younger ones who may not always be able to comprehend where the fiery Leitao is coming from.


"He has a lot of knowledge," said senior captain Sean Singletary of Brunson. "If you don't understand something, you can always go to him."


Brunson, who was co-MVP at the McDonald's All-America game with Chris Webber in 1991, is certainly a guy who can garner kids' attention. His resume speaks for itself.


At Temple, Brunson helped lead the Owls to the NCAA Tournament in each of his four years, teaming with future NBA players Eddie Jones and Aaron McKie.


Brunson wasn't blessed with tremendous athletic ability or talent - he just knew how to ball. He went on to play for eight teams in a nine-year NBA career before retiring in 2006 to work as a player development coach for the Denver Nuggets.


He was considered a coach on the floor by the likes of former New York Knicks and Houston Rockets coach Jeff Van Gundy.


"His status alone - knowing that he's been successful at a high level - that just makes you listen a lot more," said sophomore Calvin Baker. "You always listen to coaches, but when he says something you tend to really listen."


One of Brunson's fondest NBA memories was being part of the 1999 New York Knicks team that went to the NBA finals. That year, the Knicks were in turmoil most of the season before squeaking into the playoffs as a No. 8 seed.


Latrell Sprewell was unhappy that he wasn't starting. Marcus Camby was ticked that he was barely playing. And Van Gundy and Ernie Grunfield, the team's general manager, had a falling out.


But somehow the team came together at just the right time, upsetting the Miami Heat in the first round before going on its run to the finals.


"Some guys resented Jeff Van Gundy," Brunson said, "but everybody respected him, and the most important thing was that we got along as a team. We fought for each other, cheered for each other, cared for each other.


"That's the thing I try and relate to these kids. I say no matter what's going on between you and Coach Leitao, remember those are your teammates and guys you go into battle with everyday."


Per NCAA rules, Brunson isn't allowed to do any actual coaching in his role as Director of Basketball Operations. At practice, he can be seen standing on the sidelines taking notes. Brunson's duties include making travel and meal arrangements, organizing summer camps and coordinating recruiting contacts for the Virginia coaching staff.


One of Brunson's biggest contributions is serving as a liaison of sorts between the players and Leitao.


"My job is to build a relationship with these young men so that they come to me whether they're having problems on the court or off the court," Brunson said. "I got a call from one kid at 12 o'clock at night who said, 'Why am I not playing- Why am I not playing [well]-'


"I'm there for them. I always leave my phone on."


Because of his pedigree and connections within basketball circles, Brunson - who interviewed for the head-coaching position at Temple in 2006 - doesn't seem like a guy who would remain at the bottom of the totem pole with the Virginia program for very long. His goal is to be a college head coach and he'll likely have assistant offers pouring in before long.


But Brunson is no rush.


"I'm a patient guy; I'm a secure guy," Brunson said. "I played at the highest level and made some money.


"I don't want to just jump in the water. I like to know what I'm doing and this is the perfect job for me. I like the kids. I'm comfortable with Dave. I'm a loyal guy. I'm not going to be one of these coaches who jumps around."


Brunson's mentor and father figure certainly didn't. Chaney - who coached for 24 years at Temple - and Brunson talk at least once a week.


Chaney and Leitao have a lot in common, according to Brunson.


"The similarities are the passion that they have for winning and the passion they have to improve each day," Brunson said. "The biggest thing that I've learned from Dave is that he allows his assistant coaches to be themselves and coach, which is hard for a head coach sometimes.


"I've been around a lot of head coaches where you never heard their assistant coaches talk or giving input. Here it's more of a team trying to work as one."

[Corporal Funishment]

No one but me seems to think this has a chance, but I'm holding out hope anyway.
Apparently he has a visit set up at St. John's.



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KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - The father of Tennessee forward Tariq Owens says the 6-foot-10 freshman is seeking his release and plans to transfer.

Renard Owens said Thursday that his son made the decision after meeting with new Tennessee coach Rick Barnes.

ESPN first reported that Owens would ask for his release.

Owens, who is from Odenton, Maryland, averaged 1.2 points, 1.1 rebounds and 7.6 minutes per game this season. He played in 28 games and made five starts.

Barnes was introduced Tuesday as Tennessee's new coach. He is replacing Donnie Tyndall, who was fired Friday after going 16-16 in his lone season. Tennessee athletic director Dave Hart said he fired Tyndall after determining the NCAA was likely to find the coach committed major violations while coaching Southern Mississippi from 2012-14.

[HJS]

No one but me seems to think this has a chance, but I'm holding out hope anyway.
Apparently he has a visit set up at St. John's.

Don't take it personally. No one thinks that ANYTHING good has a chance of happening for the hoops program.

BTW... thanks TRE. I couldn't remember why it didn't go forward.

[eepstein0]

No one but me seems to think this has a chance, but I'm holding out hope anyway.
Apparently he has a visit set up at St. John's.

Don't take it personally. No one thinks that ANYTHING good has a chance of happening for the hoops program.

I'm actually in your corner here I think this is a possibility