I think it's safe to assume...

[Groin_pull]

The Shaka ship has sailed...and MU is still standing on the pier.

This "search" could go on for a while. The result? Who the hell knows.


Just pick Wardle already and end the suspense—and let me end my association with MU.

[ZiggysFryBoy]

[Benny B]

You're going to blow an ACL jerking your knee around like that.

[JakeBarnes]

The Shaka ship has sailed...and MU is still standing on the pier.

This "search" could go on for a while. The result? Who the hell knows.


Just pick Wardle already and end the suspense—and let me end my association with MU.

Knee jerk much?

[JakeBarnes]

You're going to blow an ACL jerking your knee around like that.

Probably pull a groin as well.

[Groin_pull]

I reserve the right to say I told ya so when Brian Wardle is stepping to the podium.

[mr.MUskie]

Probably pull a groin as well.

And a hammy

[mujivitz06]

I reserve the right to say I told ya so when Brian Wardle is stepping to the podium.

But I reserve the right for calling you a bum for bailing on MU.

The "I'm done if so and so is hired" makes me so sick.

If you aren't down to support MU for life get out of here.

[4everwarriors]

And penis too

[🏀]

Don't let the coach decision hold you back, end the association now.

[Groin_pull]

But I reserve the right for calling you a bum for bailing on MU.

The "I'm done if so and so is hired" makes me so sick.

If you aren't down to support MU for life get out of here.

Didn't realize you were judge and jury for all things MU. Thanks, but I'll decide how—and if—I'll support my school in the future.

[MUSF]

The Shaka ship has sailed...and MU is still standing on the pier.

Probably, but the lack of a definitive answer from either party keeps the door slightly open. I take a little comfort in Cords' comment that the candidate pool is stronger than it has ever been. I am optimistic that we will get a quality coach at the end of this process.

BTW, can we stop talking about Wardle? It makes us look insecure and fitting of the amateur hour perception. Also, there may be a day in the future where Wardle would be a quality hire.

[TAMU, Knower of Ball]

Where's Wadesworld when you need him? Something about a protocol...or something

[Groin_pull]

Probably, but the lack of a definitive answer from either party keeps the door slightly open. I take a little comfort in Cords' comment that the candidate pool is stronger than it has ever been. I am optimistic that we will get a quality coach at the end of this process.

BTW, can we stop talking about Wardle? It makes us look insecure and fitting of the amateur hour perception. Also, there may be a day in the future where Wardle would be a quality hire.

How much arm twisting does someone need to take a job? Maybe Shaka doesn't want the gig and it's time to move on.

[Goose]

I do not believe the Shaka ship has sailed for a minute. By no stretch do I think that story has been written yet. Just my two cents!!

[Milwarriorkee]

Honestly I don't get the pessimism.  If SS said yes he would need some time to inform players/recruits, etc.  If it wasn't for Keefe's remark in the chatroom this presser would not dampen my optimism at all.

[MUSF]

How much arm twisting does someone need to take a job? Maybe Shaka doesn't want the gig and it's time to move on.

I have no idea... and neither do you.

[Goose]

What did Keefe say in chatroom?

[RyanConroy]

NOBODY KNOWS.

[Milwarriorkee]

He said something along the lines of:

It's not going to be Shaka.  It will be Weber.  Which is still a good hire.

[Goose]

Not so sure Keefe is correct on that.

[Warriors10]

What did Keefe say in chatroom?

Bruce Weber.

[nyg]

Bruce Weber.

That is not an Impact Hire.

[Windyplayer]

Not even close.

[Milwarriorkee]

Not so sure Keefe is correct on that.

Because you believe:

1.  It will be Shaka  OR

2.  If it is not Shaka, it will be someone (Martin) other than Weber?  

[StillWarriors]

He said something along the lines of:

It's not going to be Shaka.  It will be Weber.  Which is still a good hire.

Can't imagine anyone would be enthused about Weber. Seems like a good guy and decent coach, but hasn't shown an ability to recruit. I suspect that hire would go over like a fart in church.

[thekahoona]

Bruce Weber.

Sorry, but Weber is Deane 2.0

IMAO.

[ChitownSpaceForRent]

Can't imagine anyone would be enthused about Weber. Seems like a good guy and decent coach, but hasn't shown an ability to recruit. I suspect that hire would go over like a fart in church.

Yea, Im a big Illinois fan and although he was a really good Xs and Os guy, he couldnt recruit worth a damn.

[shakanotforsale]

While we have admitted all along that Shaka was one day going to leave VCU, we nevertheless tried to tell you that there was no way he was coming to Marquette.  Instead of listening to our helpful and reasoned messages, you called us arrogant, cocky, and you made fun of our school and our fans.

So on behalf of Ram Nation, let me ask you one question: how does that Ram as* taste?

Go ahead and block me, mods. I'll never be back.

Ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha.

[Hards Alumni]

While we have admitted all along that Shaka was one day going to leave VCU, we nevertheless tried to tell you that there was no way he was coming to Marquette.  Instead of listening to our helpful and reasoned messages, you called us arrogant, cocky, and you made fun of our school and our fans.

So on behalf of Ram Nation, let me ask you one question: how does that Ram as* taste?

Go ahead and block me, mods. I'll never be back.

Ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha.

cool story bro.

tell it again.

[MDMU04]

While we have admitted all along that Shaka was one day going to leave VCU, we nevertheless tried to tell you that there was no way he was coming to Marquette.  Instead of listening to our helpful and reasoned messages, you called us arrogant, cocky, and you made fun of our school and our fans.

So on behalf of Ram Nation, let me ask you one question: how does that Ram as* taste?

Go ahead and block me, mods. I'll never be back.

Ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha.

#ramass ??

[Eldon]

I do not believe the Shaka ship has sailed for a minute. By no stretch do I think that story has been written yet. Just my two cents!!

Neither do I.

However, I must say that I am growing fearful that we are being led on by Shaka--not by any malicious intent on his part--but perhaps we (MU) may be confusing his desire to maintain his relationship with Doc for interest in our program.  His buddy asked him a favor that he really doesn't want to do.  Just a thought.

In any case, I have been on the Howland bus since Friday, waiting to take off.  <sigh>

[keefe]

What did Keefe say in chatroom?

Goose

I didn't say anything in chat as I wasn't there. Someone obviously signed in as me...

[ChitownSpaceForRent]

While we have admitted all along that Shaka was one day going to leave VCU, we nevertheless tried to tell you that there was no way he was coming to Marquette.  Instead of listening to our helpful and reasoned messages, you called us arrogant, cocky, and you made fun of our school and our fans.

So on behalf of Ram Nation, let me ask you one question: how does that Ram as* taste?

Go ahead and block me, mods. I'll never be back.

Ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha.

I mean...you are a cocky ass hole. This post just proves it.

[Goose]

All grown men in this process and Shaka agreeing to meeting as a favor makes little or sense. If sources know it is meeting set up as a favor then so does MU. Zero reason for Shaka to spend one minute with anyone from MU if not seriously interested.

Trust me, he does not need to have meeting with MU to get a raise at VCU. If they met today or are meeting as we speak MU is in the game.

[cet3717]

Interesting read in ESPN Insider about the coaching carousal they are claiming MU has made a play for Shaka and are offering in excess of 3 mil. also talk about a mystery coach that is in the sweet 16.

[Real Chilly Podcast]

Interesting read in ESPN Insider about the coaching carousal they are claiming MU has made a play for Shaka and are offering in excess of 3 mil. also talk about a mystery coach that is in the sweet 16.

Source?

[mujivitz06]

Didn't realize you were judge and jury for all things MU. Thanks, but I'll decide how—and if—I'll support my school in the future.

I'm judge and jury for nothing except my opinion.

I can't make you bail on MU or commit your loyalty to MU based on the coach.

I can have an opinion on how you choose to decide to support your school in the future.

I think it stinks.

[Groin_pull]

I'm judge and jury for nothing except my opinion.

I can't make you bail on MU or commit your loyalty to MU based on the coach.

I can have an opinion on how you choose to decide to support your school in the future.

I think it stinks.

As does your blind support for MU—no matter how much they mess up.

[Earl Tatum]

GIVE ME AN OPINION----
1.  Josh Pastner --- Memphis
2.  Tony Bennett --- Virginia,  Long Shot
3.  Mike Anderson --- Arkansas, Long Shot
4.  Mark Few --- Gonzaga
5.  Jamie Dixon  ---  Pitt , Long Shot
6.  Mike Montgomery ---California
7.  Mick Cronin --- Cincinnati
8.  Herb Sendek --- Arizona State
9.  Cuonzo Martin --- Tennesse

[Earl Tatum]

ASSIATANT COACHES---
1.   Dwayne Stephens  --  Michigan State
2.   Orlando Antigua --   Pitt and Kentucky
3.   Joe Dooley  --  Kansas


Still Like Shaka Smart or Josh Pastner

[nyg]

ASSIATANT COACHES---
1.   Dwayne Stephens  --  Michigan State
2.   Orlando Antigua --   Pitt and Kentucky
3.   Joe Dooley  --  Kansas


Still Like Shaka Smart or Josh Pastner

Earl buddy,  Dooley is the coach at Florida Gulf Coast........and don't even think Pastner would consider MU.

[Jet915]

GIVE ME AN OPINION----
1.  Josh Pastner --- Memphis
2.  Tony Bennett --- Virginia,  Long Shot
3.  Mike Anderson --- Arkansas, Long Shot
4.  Mark Few --- Gonzaga
5.  Jamie Dixon  ---  Pitt , Long Shot
6.  Mike Montgomery ---California
7.  Mick Cronin --- Cincinnati
8.  Herb Sendek --- Arizona State
9.  Cuonzo Martin --- Tennesse

It's Cuonzo....barf.

[Earl Tatum]

Sorry NYG my slip

[mujivitz06]

As does your blind support for MU—no matter how much they mess up.

Don't see how MU "messed up"

When you say "blind support" you are giving me the biggest compliment you can as a fan.

Until I die, no matter what.