Was posted a while back, but Jim Ganzer's (IWB) summer league is coming along very well.
Games start July 10th .. with a final 1 day championship at the Al.
The roster so far, has been posted .. looks like most current MU players, plus some grads. TOMMY BRICE!
Website: http://www.milwaukeeproam.com
Blackledge, Trend Marquette BC Titans - Canada
Blue, Vander Marquette
Brice, Tommy Marquette
Burke, Dwight Marquette NH Ostrava (Czech Republic)
Butler, Jimmy Marquette
Buycks, Dwight Marquette
Cadougan, Junior Marquette
Cain, Morris Wisconsin
El-Amin, Khalif UW-Stevens Point
Franklin, Ricky UWM
Fulce, Joe Marquette
Gardner, Davante' Marquette
Greer, Quemont DePaul
Grimm, Chris Marquette SAM Basket Massagno
Gruber, Steven Brown University Israel/Europe
Haarsma, James UWM
Hailey, Ben Minnesota State Mankato
Hansen, Allan UWM
Haralson, Rishon Tennessee State/Beth Luth
Irven, Devon UW-Parkside
Jackson, Marcus Marquette Namika Lahti, Finland
Johnson-Odom, Darius Marquette
Johnston, John UW-Stevens Point
Jones, Jamail Marquette
Matthews, Wesley Marquette Utah Jazz
McNielly, Jamie New Orleans
Meier, Tony UWM
Merritt, Scott Marquette Tochigi/Japan
Meuller, Ryan UWM/Carroll FOG Naestved/Danish Top League
Otule, Chris Marquette
Plath, Kyle Wisconsin Lutheran CGL
Sherburne, Jimmy Princeton
Simmons, Justin Concordia Wisconsin
Smith, Avery UWM AL WATHSBA/ SYRIA
Smith, Jerry Louisville
Smith, Matt Winona State
Smith, Reggie Marquette
Tucker, Joah UWM St. Quentin, France
Tyler, Michael Emporia State
Vernon, Kori UW-Whitewater
Williams, Erik Marquette
Wilson, Jamil Oregon
Wimmer, Derek UWM Dachau Spurs, Germany
This league looks tremendous. Any reason why Crowder or Newbill have not committed, as of yet?
looks like a boycot by BO
Can't let his guys get exposed to speedy basketball without the '4 passes before you shoot' mentality. Might ruin 'em.
Finally, Jamil Wilson is coming to MU.
http://mbd.scout.com/mb.aspx?s=193&f=2565&t=6075423
Yup, they don't want their guys corrupted with all of that 24 second-shot-clock/no-stucture/have-fun nonsense.
If this summer league, put together by Jim Ganzer, becomes an annual event (please, please, please), I can see it being a HUGE recruiting draw for each of the schools that participate. What recruit would not welcome playing at this level of competition in the summers once they step foot on a college campus?
Having the finals at the Al and with close to 100% participation by current MU players only gives more exposure to Marquette. It is fairly clear Bo does not endorse the league, if I were a Badger fan the existence of this type of event with no representation might sicken me a bit. :)
Ugh Jerry F'ing Smith... I thought I was done with him.
Not at all surprised that they'd just want to play with themselves. :P
Looks like it'll be a pretty entertaining league.
Dj newbill will be on campus july 7th. Can someone get him on a team. Im sure he would love to play in this league.
The players register by themselves on the site and the teams will be formed after everyone signs in, so it's up to DJ to sign himself in on the website.
I was hoping Novak, Diener, Barro, James, and McNeal would be there but still an awesome lineup.
I'm taking donations to sign myself up. PM me if interested. ;D
Quote from: TallTitan34 on June 27, 2010, 02:57:34 AM
I was hoping Novak, Diener, Barro, James, and McNeal would be there but still an awesome lineup.
I think I've read that Novak and Diener were not going to participate due to not having a contract in the NBA yet, and don't want to risk injury. Also, Mcneal has been working with the Bobcats someone mentioned, so that might take the opportunity for him to play. I haven't heard anything on Barro or James. Also, there is still time for people to sign up I assume. The one I would be interested to see would be if Brandon Jennings joined if he is around Milwaukee this summer. I wouldn't be surprised if he would play, and I have seen him at the MU games during the day when the Bucks have one at night.
The list looks pretty good!! Can't wait untill July 10. Does anyone know what time it starts? My guess would be 9 AM
Depending on the timing during the day, I might end up going to all these sessions.
Quote from: cheebs09 on June 27, 2010, 10:05:33 AM
I think I've read that Novak and Diener were not going to participate due to not having a contract in the NBA yet, and don't want to risk injury. Also, Mcneal has been working with the Bobcats someone mentioned, so that might take the opportunity for him to play. I haven't heard anything on Barro or James. Also, there is still time for people to sign up I assume. The one I would be interested to see would be if Brandon Jennings joined if he is around Milwaukee this summer. I wouldn't be surprised if he would play, and I have seen him at the MU games during the day when the Bucks have one at night.
The Bucks aren't letting Jennings play in a controlled NBA summer league. I'll doubt they would be very happy if he played in this.
Quote from: cheebs09 on June 27, 2010, 10:05:33 AM
I think I've read that Novak and Diener were not going to participate due to not having a contract in the NBA yet, and don't want to risk injury. Also, Mcneal has been working with the Bobcats someone mentioned, so that might take the opportunity for him to play. I haven't heard anything on Barro or James.
Vegas Summer League starts July 11...so I wonder if that impacts some players from participating...McNeal? Or will be play one day then leave? Or are the Bobcats going to Orlando to participate?Nevermind...If Jerel's playing with Charlotte, the Orlando Summer League will LEAD INTO the Milwaukee Pro-Am.
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ORLANDO SUMMER LEAGUE
SCHEDULE SUBJECT TO CHANGE
All Times listed are local Orlando time
Monday, July 5
1 PM -- NJ vs. Philadelphia
3 PM -- Indiana vs. Orlando
5 PM -- Charlotte vs. Utah7 PM -- Boston vs. OKC
Tuesday, July 6
1 PM -- Utah vs. Orlando
3 PM -- Philadelphia vs. Boston
5 PM -- Charlotte vs. OKC7 PM -- Indiana vs. NJ
Wednesday, July 7
1 PM -- Charlotte vs. Boston3 PM -- OKC vs. Philadelphia
5 PM -- NJ vs. Orlando
7 PM -- Indiana vs. Utah
Thursday, July 8
1 PM -- OKC vs. Orlando
3 PM -- Indiana vs. Boston
5 PM -- Utah vs. NJ
7 PM -- Philadelphia vs. CharlotteFriday, July 9
8 AM -- OKC vs. Indiana
10 AM -- Philadelphia vs. Utah
12 PM -- NJ vs. Boston
2 PM -- Charlotte vs. Orlando(10 minute intermission between games)
* * *
talked to dj and he wants to play. Wants to know what site does he need to go on to sign up for the pro am
PhillyCoach: Website: http://www.milwaukeeproam.com
This looks like it'll be pretty awesome...I hope there'll be online streaming or something...at the very least I'm sure IWB and Rosiak will keep us up to date with everything.
I peeped Trend Blackledge right quick to see how he's doin up in America's Hat...looks like he's tearin' it up, averaging almost 20-10 a game, good for him!
Quote from: PhillyCoach on June 28, 2010, 03:21:52 PM
talked to dj and he wants to play. Wants to know what site does he need to go on to sign up for the pro am
Something seems a little off here. Wouldn't DJ be in touch with the Marquette staff? I'm guessing the staff is promoting it if 11 of the 13 current players are signed up. Have those 11 coincidentally signed themselves up without discussing it with anyone? I doubt it. ?-(
Looks like they updated the list last night:
http://www.milwaukeeproam.com/Rosters.html
Added a Globetrotter.
Quote from: T-Bone on June 28, 2010, 04:03:55 PM
Looks like they updated the list last night:
http://www.milwaukeeproam.com/Rosters.html
Added a Globetrotter.
Not the one I was hoping for.
Quote from: 94Warrior on June 28, 2010, 03:41:48 PM
Something seems a little off here. Wouldn't DJ be in touch with the Marquette staff? I'm guessing the staff is promoting it if 11 of the 13 current players are signed up. Have those 11 coincidentally signed themselves up without discussing it with anyone? I doubt it. ?-(
I agree with this statement. Don't get me wrong PhillyCoach, I want DJ on campus, but it is incredibly odd that Gardner, Smith, and the rest of the MU squad are clearly clued in on this event whereas DJ has no clue....how is that possible?
no div 1 college coach would ever encourage a player to play in any unsanctioned or sanctioned summer league. They could get hurt. Secondly those guys r already out there and know whats going on in the area where as dj is still here in philly and doesnt know any thing about the league. But i asure u he will be out there on the 7th ready to go. And unless the league is sanctioned by the ncaa im sure the mu coaches will advise the guys not to play bcause that will be a violation.
Quote from: PhillyCoach on June 29, 2010, 07:46:48 AMAnd unless the league is sanctioned by the ncaa im sure the mu coaches will advise the guys not to play bcause that will be a violation.
Well, let's just click on this link here in the original post and see what it says....
Coach, this league is fully certified by the NCAA.
Quote from: GOMU1104 on June 29, 2010, 08:40:16 AM
Coach, this league is fully certified by the NCAA.
Where did you find this information?
Quote from: FF03 on June 28, 2010, 08:38:06 PM
I agree with this statement. Don't get me wrong PhillyCoach, I want DJ on campus, but it is incredibly odd that Gardner, Smith, and the rest of the MU squad are clearly clued in on this event whereas DJ has no clue....how is that possible?
I agree also. Don't want to believe a conspiracy theory here, but it is abit strange, especially since PhillyCoach advised DJ is going to be there on July 7th and probably the staff knew full well DJ's scheduled arrival.
Gardner, Blue and Smith are already signed up and they're not on campus yet either.
Rosters will be announced July 5, so Newbill best not wait until he gets here before he signs up.
Here's hoping there's a roster with Smith, Blue, Jones, Wilson, and Otule on it.
Quote from: martyconlonontherun on June 29, 2010, 02:39:50 PM
Here's hoping there's a roster with Smith, Blue, Jones, Wilson, and Otule on it.
Only 2 players from a school can be on a team.
Quote from: GOMU1104 on June 29, 2010, 02:41:48 PM
Only 2 players from a school can be on a team.
I should read the rules. Actually, didn't see it listed. Is it an NCAA rule?
It might be hard fitting everyone in. Is it only current players I take it because there are 18 players from MU and only 8 teams. 12 current, 6 pros, + Jamil.
Quote from: martyconlonontherun on June 29, 2010, 02:46:39 PM
I should read the rules. Actually, didn't see it listed. Is it an NCAA rule?
It might be hard fitting everyone in. Is it only current players I take it because there are 18 players from MU and only 8 teams. 12 current, 6 pros, + Jamil.
Yes it is an NCAA rule.
Did you look at the roster of people signed up. It isnt just MU players...
Quote from: martyconlonontherun on June 29, 2010, 02:46:39 PM
I should read the rules. Actually, didn't see it listed. Is it an NCAA rule?
It might be hard fitting everyone in. Is it only current players I take it because there are 18 players from MU and only 8 teams. 12 current, 6 pros, + Jamil.
It is based on the current team - so the 12 current players can be distributed amongst the 8 teams without a problem.
Quote from: GOMU1104 on June 29, 2010, 02:54:05 PM
Yes it is an NCAA rule.
Did you look at the roster of people signed up. It isnt just MU players...
I just wasn't sure what the specific rule was in if alumni counted for a school since their was only 8 teams.
Makes sense.
In that case:
Blue/Matthews/Wilson/Jackson/Merritt
Make sure he feels at home with some good company ;D
Can't wait for the league to start.
Those players all signed up on their own. Some called me with questions, etc on what they needed to do. The reason why so many MU guys are in there is Chris Grimm. He was the one that gave me the idea for this and he has been pushing everyone to get in. So, if they were on campus this summer and played with The Reaper, I assumed they were escorted into the locker room to register. He can be very persuasive.
Barndon Jennings - Don't know, I know he is slated to play in the Pro-Am in LA, so there may be a conflict. Been trying to get some Bucks, but the only one who contacted me was Bogut, and he will be overseas, or should I say down under seas.
Jerel, Ooze, Dominic, Steve & Travis - First off, no way Steve & Travis can play. Their agent would kill them. Securing a contract has to be their #1 priority. If they sign, I would expect to hear from them right away, Travis has assured me of that. Ooze - he will play, just dragging his feet. Dominic - no word from him. If any of you hear from him, have him call home. Jerel - When Jerel returns from summer league he will be a late entry.
Should be fun.
This might be a no-no question, but do all players pay the $150 fee?
I guess I really don't understand college players lives and how they afford fun stuff. Do they take out student loans to cover living expenses and fun money? Do they have part time jobs? Is this money sometimes not collected?
Quote from: martyconlonontherun on June 29, 2010, 03:35:09 PM
This might be a no-no question, but do all players pay the $150 fee?
I guess I really don't understand college players lives and how they afford fun stuff. Do they take out student loans to cover living expenses and fun money? Do they have part time jobs? Is this money sometimes not collected?
I'm sure their parents can cover it.
Everybody entering the league has to pay the same amount, no exceptions, per NCAA rules.
There are some kids that can't afford to pay, sad, but that's how it is. Would love to lower the entrance fee, but the NCAA won't allow us to charge a fee at the door, so not much we can do.
Quote from: IWB on June 29, 2010, 03:27:51 PM
Steve & Travis - First off, no way Steve & Travis can play. Their agent would kill them. Securing a contract has to be their #1 priority. If they sign, I would expect to hear from them right away, Travis has assured me of that.
I don't follow the NBA closely, but wouldn't the same go for Wes as for Travis and Steve?
Quote from: IWB on June 29, 2010, 04:13:51 PM
.. the NCAA won't allow us to charge a fee at the door, so not much we can do.
No fee? I assume we'll see you selling cotton candy in the aisles! :D
So lets get this straight, Wilson has been signed up for the pro-am for a while now and just announced he is transferring and Newbill is still not signed up for the Pro-am. Interesting.
Quote from: FF03 on June 29, 2010, 07:04:13 PM
So lets get this straight, Wilson has been signed up for the pro-am for a while now and just announced he is transferring and Newbill is still not signed up for the Pro-am. Interesting.
See my previous quote in this thread, "conspiracy theory". DJ and his coach had no idea/knowledge this summer league was happening? Who knows.
Sounds like the Newbill camp's been in denial about a couple of things...
While I am certain nobody really cares about this right now, the Pro-Am rosters are really shaping up. This should be a great way to see the newest Warrior without having to wait a year!
Any word on when schedules are getting released? I'm going to be out of town this weekend, but I'd sure like to be able to go to as many sessions as possible.
Yea, rosters were suppose to be updated yesterday. Any news?
This saturday games start at around 10:00 AM I believe at Homestead High School.