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Congrats Wojo
Lets GOOOOOOOOO
Welcome to MU! Awesome!
Bang! Well done, Wojo & Co.
Daniels says we now have the 7th best recruiting class as it sits now
Awesome, Wojo. Just awesome.
Welcome to Marquette, Dawson!!
Big time. Can't wait to see these new guys next year.
Porky Abides
Big fish landed!! Great work Wojo and welcome Dawson! You'll make a great Warrior!
Full Erection
Evan Daniels says MU class now ranked as #7 in the country.
Didn't mention where MAdison's class is ranked.
Mega props ta Woj on bookin' a major piece of da puzzle, hey?
Hey Whisky, our Minnesota guys are now better than your Minnesota guys.
What a great fit for both! Welcome to Marquette, Dawson!!
Quote from: MuMark on November 20, 2019, 03:38:03 PM
Daniels says we now have the 7th best recruiting class as it sits now
Time for a video at the game Saturday. *cringes*
Full Erectiion
Oh, yes yes yes yes yes.
Now I would like to hear from folks that have seen these guys play how they think he'll fit in with Oso and Justin.
Come on down, Karim!
Congrats Wojo, and team!
Suhweet!
Who's got the Wooderson pic?
He said it was a gut feeling. Loved the relationship with the coaching staff and players. Made a decision after the latest visit. Likes that he can play free and versatile, guard 1 through 5 and push the pace and make plays.
Anyone check on Guru? Has he been revived yet?
Great news. I said this summer that a great recruiting class means more to me than on court success this season. I can't say the class is great, will the experts handle that, but definitely trending the right way. Happy for Wojo and the staff. That is a really nice win for them and the program.
https://twitter.com/MUCoachJohnson/status/1197267926971105280?s=20
What an incredible day! I can't even put into words How i feel right now...this moved MU's 2020 class from #36 to #7! Let's f'n go!!! This is a program changing day...mark my words!
MU release...
https://gomarquette.com/news/2019/11/20/mens-basketball-top-50-recruit-dawson-garcia-signs-with-marquette.aspx
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WELCOME DAWSON. #7 RANKED RECRUITING CLASS WE NOT DONE YET
Awesome Dawson
Quote from: muguru on November 20, 2019, 03:43:27 PM
What an incredible day! I can't even put into words How i feel right now...this moved MU's 2020 class from #36 to #7! Let's f'n go!!! This is a program changing day...mark my words!
MU release...
https://gomarquette.com/news/2019/11/20/mens-basketball-top-50-recruit-dawson-garcia-signs-with-marquette.aspx
Holy cow, I think guru is actually happy!
Welcome Dawson! Scholarship table updated:
https://www.muscoop.com/index.php?page=page4655
Quote from: Litehouse on November 20, 2019, 03:45:08 PM
Holy cow, I think guru is actually happy!
Happy? You should see his nipples!
Big think I like is he's a 3 or 4 year probable.
No one and dones. Maybe even a degree!
Quote from: Litehouse on November 20, 2019, 03:45:08 PM
Holy cow, I think guru is actually happy!
Give it 24 hours
This is huge. Great work by the staff to get Dawson to see the vision of the team they want out there.
Really looking forward to seeing him do damage in a Marquette uniform. A really special talent for this team to have.
"They were real with me from the beginning and I trust them with my future".
https://247sports.com/college/basketball/recruiting/Article/Marquette-Golden-Eagles-Dawson-Garcia-five-star-commitment-138920808/Amp/?__twitter_impression=true
A fun day - Wahoo!
Welcome to Marquette Dawson. It's an exciting day for #mubb.
Quote from: MuMark on November 20, 2019, 03:50:44 PM
"They were real with me from the beginning and I trust them with my future".
https://247sports.com/college/basketball/recruiting/Article/Marquette-Golden-Eagles-Dawson-Garcia-five-star-commitment-138920808/Amp/?__twitter_impression=true
Man, that's about as good of an advertisement as a recruit can give.
Hellz yeah!!
Quote from: MuMark on November 20, 2019, 03:50:44 PM
"They were real with me from the beginning and I trust them with my future".
https://247sports.com/college/basketball/recruiting/Article/Marquette-Golden-Eagles-Dawson-Garcia-five-star-commitment-138920808/Amp/?__twitter_impression=true
By landing this trio, this gives Marquette the No. 7 overall recruiting class in the nation and the No. 1 class in the Big East.
Quote from: MuMark on November 20, 2019, 03:50:44 PM
"They were real with me from the beginning and I trust them with my future".
https://247sports.com/college/basketball/recruiting/Article/Marquette-Golden-Eagles-Dawson-Garcia-five-star-commitment-138920808/Amp/?__twitter_impression=true
Wojo has a system? Who knew
Welcome Big Guy!!
Any chance he can graduate early and join the team in January? Only half kidding.
Quote from: GoldenEagles32 on November 20, 2019, 03:44:19 PM
WELCOME DAWSON. #7 RANKED RECRUITING CLASS WE NOT DONE YET
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AMEN..
But but but he was checking his phone during karaoke and and and he didn't tweet that he was GOING to visit, only that he HAD visited.......
In all seriousness, what an awesome get for the staff. And the makings of a really special class.
All in on Karim Mane. It looks like I'm officially stuck on onepostdavis from here on out.
Quote from: rocky_warrior on November 20, 2019, 03:54:21 PM
By landing this trio, this gives Marquette the No. 7 overall recruiting class in the nation and the No. 1 class in the Big East.
And we're not done yet.
Nice job coaching staff.
Still like the trending of this program
Here's my thoughts on what this means going forward. Huge get for Wojo and Stan.
https://painttouches.com/2019/11/20/what-does-dawson-garcia-mean-for-marquette/ (https://painttouches.com/2019/11/20/what-does-dawson-garcia-mean-for-marquette/)
Big get.
Indiana fans are surprisingly calm.
It's Minnesota fans that are going berserk, even saying that Marquette paid him 🙄
looks like wojo just got an official one year no questions asked extension...........................
hopefully he doesn't waste this young man's talent and he decides to go elsewhere like another highly recruited player we landed ........
Just watched 10 minutes of highlights on this kid and still can't figure out if he's right handed or left handed. Ambidextrous?
Quote from: Mutaman on November 20, 2019, 04:15:39 PM
Just watched 10 minutes of highlights on this kid and still can't figure out if he's right handed or left handed. Ambidextrous?
Lefty
Quote from: Mike Deane's Seat Belt on November 20, 2019, 04:09:07 PM
looks like wojo just got an official one year no questions asked extension...........................
hopefully he doesn't waste this young man's talent and he decides to go elsewhere like another highly recruited player we landed ........
Now we just need some sunshine from Willie to add to this.
Sorry to bring this up, but I guess we won't miss the Hausers.
Quote from: muwarrior69 on November 20, 2019, 04:17:11 PM
Sorry to bring this up, but I guess we won't miss the Hausers.
Honestly, if Joey was still here some of this Fall's class wouldn't be.
Quote from: jsglow on November 20, 2019, 04:18:30 PM
Honestly, if Joey was still here some of this Fall's class wouldn't be.
Not to mention current players on the team too.
Quote from: ChitownSpaceForRent on November 20, 2019, 04:03:31 PM
Indiana fans are surprisingly calm.
It's Minnesota fans that are going berserk, even saying that Marquette paid him 🙄
My donations are finally being put to good use!
Quote from: jsglow on November 20, 2019, 04:18:30 PM
Honestly, if Joey was still here some of this Fall's class wouldn't be.
Just what I was going to post.
MU is going to have such a vastly different look starting next season under Woj. Lot of length and versatile big guys. I like it.
Quote from: pux90mex on November 20, 2019, 04:01:05 PM
Here's my thoughts on what this means going forward. Huge get for Wojo and Stan.
https://painttouches.com/2019/11/20/what-does-dawson-garcia-mean-for-marquette/ (https://painttouches.com/2019/11/20/what-does-dawson-garcia-mean-for-marquette/)
All about trajectory as many have said...all about trajectory
Quote from: jsglow on November 20, 2019, 04:18:30 PM
Honestly, if Joey was still here some of this Fall's class wouldn't be.
Perhaps some of the this years team as well. Finally it looks like we are getting athletes and not just good shooters.
Quote from: MUDish on November 20, 2019, 04:19:59 PM
MU is going to have such a vastly different look starting next season under Woj. Lot of length and versatile big guys. I like it.
Dare I say our version of #FearTheDeer?
Quote from: MUDish on November 20, 2019, 04:19:59 PM
MU is going to have such a vastly different look starting next season under Woj. Lot of length and versatile big guys. I like it.
Pretty similar to the Duke teams he worked with for decades. This team could be unreal in a few years. And this essentially pours ice water on Wojos seat until at least 2022.
Great news. So in my mind we were 2-1 versus Big Ten past two weeks. Beat Indiana and Purdue. Lost to rodents.
Quote from: MarquetteDano on November 20, 2019, 04:38:10 PM
Great news. So in my mind we were 2-1 versus Big Ten past two weeks. Beat Indiana and Purdue. Lost to rodents.
Make that 3-1, Beat Indiana, Minnesota, and Purdue. #BOOM
Quote from: Goose on November 20, 2019, 03:41:00 PM
Great news. I said this summer that a great recruiting class means more to me than on court success this season. I can't say the class is great, will the experts handle that, but definitely trending the right way. Happy for Wojo and the staff. That is a really nice win for them and the program.
Goose
You're spot on as usual. It's exciting to have a highly talented and ranked recruiting class. And Buzz said there weren't many good "bigs." Ha. Wojo and the coaching staff need to step up on their game coaching and win. I'm still bummed out over the embarrassing game last Sunday.
Walking through Minneapolis after work with my Marquette winter hat on felt even better today. Perhaps no one noticed, but still felt good!
Awesome News Happy Days! It is time to streak the Park Figuratively speaking :)
Kid sounds really f'ing good. I actually forgot about this, but he missed a ton of the AAU season due to having mono. The experts were saying that is why the blue bloods didn't get involved with him. Thrilled to have him.
Happy for the team but even happier we didn't have to do a wellness check on muguru. I may be happier for muguru more than anyone. I'm believing this is his livestream:
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WHat a day, what a feeling. Welcome Dawson!
Today is a damn good day
Welcome, Dawson! Excited for you to join the Marquette program, good luck during your senior season and looking forward to seeing you on the court next year!
This is huge, welcome Dawson!
Welcome gawson Darcia
Huge day for Marquette!
Well done Wojo and Stan, and welcome to Marquette, Dawson!
Quote from: Vander Blue Man Group on November 20, 2019, 04:17:06 PM
Now we just need some sunshine from Willie to add to this.
Great job. Always said wojo was a good recruiter, but his coaching games......
https://www.jsonline.com/story/sports/college/marquette/2019/11/20/minnesota-2020-prospect-dawson-garcia-commits-marquette/4243975002/
https://twitter.com/TiptonEdits/status/1197286565191569408
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This looks good.
Surprised no one has made the comment/joke that this is the first big-time recruit (top 25) that we've gotten without "having to first offer the brother".
Maybe he's a distant cousin of Frozena.
Quote from: ChitownSpaceForRent on November 20, 2019, 04:03:31 PM
Indiana fans are surprisingly calm.
It's Minnesota fans that are going berserk, even saying that Marquette paid him 🙄
Yeah! Those name and image endorsements from non-booster alums were in the 7 figure range.
Great news! Now let's get some wins this year and we still may get the exponential growth as a program that we are looking for under Wojo.
I was reading back through this. Herman 'locked and loaded' 2-3 times.
I'd say more in jest but I'd get myself banned. I'll leave it at 'well done'. ;)
Quote from: jsglow on November 20, 2019, 06:43:59 PM
I was reading back through this. Herman 'locked and loaded' 2-3 times.
I'd say more in jest but I'd get myself banned. I'll leave it at 'well done'. ;)
Currently crying of laughter at work after reading this and I can't explain to my coworkers why.
Pretty cool video on Theo John's Instagram of the team celebrating the commitment.
https://instagram.com/stories/theojohn123/2181662172379566803?igshid=13me57sgjksf
According to 247 (only) this is our highest rated recruit since Rivers. 22 vs 23 for Ellenson.
I watched his announcement on espn247, besides a ball player he is also seems to be a strong Christian young man, thanking our Lord for the opportunity to play ball.
Welcome to Marquette family Mr Dawson! Great job Stan! Congrats to WOJO!
For anyone else who watched the announcement, Norlander came off like a completely B10 stooge/clown before the announcement. Rattled off why Garcia would best fit in at Indiana/Minnesota, then mentioned Memphis. Then tossed Marquette in at the end like "well, they will need scoring when Howard leaves. Heh heh, they're gonna need a lot of help". It wasn't even like he was anti-Marquette, just came off as acting like Marquette wasn't in the same level as these programs and it would be surprising if they got it done.
Also, they had the footer announcing Marquette before the delayed video showed him grabbing the hat
welcome dawson!! great day for MU!!
Quote from: JWags85 on November 20, 2019, 08:02:51 PM
For anyone else who watched the announcement, Norlander came off like a completely B10 stooge/clown before the announcement. Rattled off why Garcia would best fit in at Indiana/Minnesota, then mentioned Memphis. Then tossed Marquette in at the end like "well, they will need scoring when Howard leaves. Heh heh, they're gonna need a lot of help". It wasn't even like he was anti-Marquette, just came off as acting like Marquette wasn't in the same level as these programs and it would be surprising if they got it done.
Also, they had the footer announcing Marquette before the delayed video showed him grabbing the hat
He was a douche, wasn't he? I thought the same thing knowing we were almost certain to have the last laugh.
stan is THE MAN!! we've got to tie him up!
Quote from: jsglow on November 20, 2019, 08:08:25 PM
He was a douche, wasn't he? I thought the same thing knowing we were almost certain to have the last laugh.
I saw it and I didn't see anything blatantly condescending toward Marquette. Think you're just over reacting to nothing
Quote from: JWags85 on November 20, 2019, 08:02:51 PMIt wasn't even like he was anti-Marquette, just came off as acting like Marquette wasn't in the same level as these programs and it would be surprising if they got it done.
Probably bitter that after picking Marquette like 54th in his 1-353 rankings, he said that in Marquette's first five games, the over/under on wins should be 2.5 and strongly asserted he'd take the under. Safe to say we'll hit the over by game 4 and 4-1 is still the most likely scenario.
Crazy that such a poor leader and someone with an inability to motivate others can manage to wrangle in a recruit of this caliber.
Quote from: ChitownSpaceForRent on November 20, 2019, 04:03:31 PM
Indiana fans are surprisingly calm.
It's Minnesota fans that are going berserk, even saying that Marquette paid him 🙄
I'm still tapped out from paying the Hausers not to go to Madison. That was no cheap date!
Quote from: JWags85 on November 20, 2019, 08:02:51 PM
For anyone else who watched the announcement, Norlander came off like a completely B10 stooge/clown before the announcement. Rattled off why Garcia would best fit in at Indiana/Minnesota, then mentioned Memphis. Then tossed Marquette in at the end like "well, they will need scoring when Howard leaves. Heh heh, they're gonna need a lot of help". It wasn't even like he was anti-Marquette, just came off as acting like Marquette wasn't in the same level as these programs and it would be surprising if they got it done.
Also, they had the footer announcing Marquette before the delayed video showed him grabbing the hat
Yup, Norlander and Parish are a joke...but some folks here love them. Not my cup of tea.
Great news! Congrats to Wojo and his staff. Mane feels like a stretch but if we can reel him in it's a top 5 class and our best (on paper) ever.
Quote from: JWags85 on November 20, 2019, 08:02:51 PM
For anyone else who watched the announcement, Norlander came off like a completely B10 stooge/clown before the announcement. Rattled off why Garcia would best fit in at Indiana/Minnesota, then mentioned Memphis. Then tossed Marquette in at the end like "well, they will need scoring when Howard leaves. Heh heh, they're gonna need a lot of help". It wasn't even like he was anti-Marquette, just came off as acting like Marquette wasn't in the same level as these programs and it would be surprising if they got it done.
Also, they had the footer announcing Marquette before the delayed video showed him grabbing the hat
I was a little surprised at his take, as usually Norlander is very pro Big East and likes MU. Maybe he is channeling his inner Myron.
I hope the big guy is as good as advertised, but not one-and-done good. Don't need another Ellenson. Duke and Kentucky can reload year after year without suffering damage to the program, but we can't.
Congrats to Wojo and his coaching staff for recognizing big-time talent early and sticking with him, and congrats to Dawson for making a great decision.
The very last thing I read about Dawson before the announcement included a comment from him about each team. Frankly, he made it sound as if he was least excited about going to MU. He played it real close to the vest, and that's kinda cool actually.
Quote from: 94Warrior on November 20, 2019, 08:42:40 PM
I'm still tapped out from paying the Hausers not to go to Madison. That was no cheap date!
I know this is a joke, but the guys behind me were talking about the money to Hausers' mom on Sunday at the game...
Quote from: MU82 on November 20, 2019, 09:41:57 PM
Congrats to Wojo and his coaching staff for recognizing big-time talent early and sticking with him, and congrats to Dawson for making a great decision.
The very last thing I read about Dawson before the announcement included a comment from him about each team. Frankly, he made it sound as if he was least excited about going to MU. He played it real close to the vest, and that's kinda cool actually.
I agree with your assessment. I am very impressed with how close to the vest he played it. I am glad that he was able to do so and let he and his family have the right discussions and come to a thought-out decision.
Also, I stand by my previous statements that Dawson is a cornerstone player. Really excited to have him on board for 2020.
Another tidbit I learned..well Duke had interest in Dawson(we all knew that I think). But it wasn't just passing interest...they tried incredibly hard to get involved with him in July, but they just got in too late. He talked to Coach K numerous times...for a period of time, he called as much or more than any other Coach. How about them apples?? He shunned Duke for MU :)
Quote from: muguru on November 20, 2019, 10:38:33 PM
Another tidbit I learned..well Duke had interest in Dawson(we all knew that I think). But it wasn't just passing interest...they tried incredibly hard to get involved with him in July, but they just got in too late. He talked to Coach K numerous times...for a period of time, he called as much or more than any other Coach. How about them apples?? He shunned Duke for MU :)
If true, don't know if it is, then I would think Coach K said if not us, MU and my guy Wojo not a bad alternative.
https://indiana.forums.rivals.com/threads/marquette-how-exciting.190739/
You'd think we're back in the early 80s the way they talk about Indiana. Dawson hasn't been alive to see a single Big Ten team win a national title. Let alone Indiana. Delusional fan base. Bobby Knight's long gone.
Quote from: muguru on November 20, 2019, 10:38:33 PM
Another tidbit I learned..well Duke had interest in Dawson(we all knew that I think). But it wasn't just passing interest...they tried incredibly hard to get involved with him in July, but they just got in too late. He talked to Coach K numerous times...for a period of time, he called as much or more than any other Coach. How about them apples?? He shunned Duke for MU :)
Doubt it. DUKE already had reeled in 6 of ESPNs top 43.
some funny comments @ Buckyville:
Why the hell does Garcia have a final four of Marquette, Memphis, Minnesota, and Indiana? The kid may turn out to be great, but isn't the best indicator of quality which other schools are recruiting him?
I watched him play twice last season, and I'm 100% fine with him not choosing UW. Think Andy VV....I've never seen a softer or more low-effort player in my life. It's possible his weak effort was just a fluke and happened in the 2 games I watched, but I was not impressed. Skilled, but soft. Sounds perfect for Marquette.
Quote from: Waldo Jeffers on November 21, 2019, 07:31:01 AM
some funny comments @ Buckyville:
Why the hell does Garcia have a final four of Marquette, Memphis, Minnesota, and Indiana? The kid may turn out to be great, but isn't the best indicator of quality which other schools are recruiting him?
I watched him play twice last season, and I'm 100% fine with him not choosing UW. Think Andy VV....I've never seen a softer or more low-effort player in my life. It's possible his weak effort was just a fluke and happened in the 2 games I watched, but I was not impressed. Skilled, but soft. Sounds perfect for Marquette.
Shot of Whiskey said it...idealize he is a friend to some on this board, but this has been his m.o. for years. His comments about Markus a few years ago make him look quite the idiot today. Same for other MU players.
Quote from: willie warrior on November 21, 2019, 05:41:52 AM
Doubt it. DUKE already had reeled in 6 of ESPNs top 43.
Maybe K was pitching for Wojo.
Quote from: Lennys Tap on November 21, 2019, 09:39:32 AM
Maybe K was pitching for Wojo.
More like Wojo will always be shining K's shoes.
Not sure if this has been posted, but here is a link to his announcement.
https://www.cbssports.com/college-basketball/news/college-basketball-recruiting-dawson-garcia-commits-to-marquette-over-indiana-minnesota-and-memphis/
Any chance of him making the McDonalds AA game?
Quote from: Galway Eagle on November 21, 2019, 01:50:03 PM
Any chance of him making the McDonalds AA game?
Definitely a chance. Not a lock, but will have a shot.
Quote from: muwarrior69 on November 21, 2019, 01:15:30 PM
Not sure if this has been posted, but here is a link to his announcement.
https://www.cbssports.com/college-basketball/news/college-basketball-recruiting-dawson-garcia-commits-to-marquette-over-indiana-minnesota-and-memphis/
Nice thanks
Is he the highest ranked out of state recruit in the last 20 years?
Quote from: Cheeks on November 21, 2019, 03:05:30 PM
Is he the highest ranked out of state recruit in the last 20 years?
Before he reclassified Markus was 32 on 247, I believe.
Quote from: Cheeks on November 21, 2019, 03:05:30 PM
Is he the highest ranked out of state recruit in the last 20 years?
Who would've been comparable before him? Jajuan Johnson and Dameon Mason come to mind as close but not quite there. Obviously Trotter if you go way back. Were there any out-of-state 90s recruits that were ranked higher than Garcia?
Quote from: Cheeks on November 21, 2019, 03:05:30 PM
Is he the highest ranked out of state recruit in the last 20 years?
I think so. JJJ was just a spot or two behind Dawson's numbers, I believe. 247 has Dawson at 31, so that puts him ahead of Markus.
Granted, we all know Markus would have been much higher had he not reclassified.
Think JJJ's rsci was 30.
Quote from: Lennys Tap on November 21, 2019, 03:48:41 PM
Think JJJ's rsci was 30.
Ended up at 47 though he was at 25 before the final ranking for rsci
Quote from: muwarrior69 on November 21, 2019, 01:15:30 PM
Not sure if this has been posted, but here is a link to his announcement.
https://www.cbssports.com/college-basketball/news/college-basketball-recruiting-dawson-garcia-commits-to-marquette-over-indiana-minnesota-and-memphis/
And GIF'd the important part for posterity...
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Quote from: JakeBarnes on November 21, 2019, 03:12:59 PM
Before he reclassified Markus was 32 on 247, I believe.
There was talk yesterday Dawson might end up top 15 if I heard the announcer correctly.
Quote from: pux90mex on November 20, 2019, 04:01:05 PM
Here's my thoughts on what this means going forward. Huge get for Wojo and Stan.
https://painttouches.com/2019/11/20/what-does-dawson-garcia-mean-for-marquette/ (https://painttouches.com/2019/11/20/what-does-dawson-garcia-mean-for-marquette/)
So how will next years team match up against UCLA?
There's some thought that the only reason Dawson isn't even higher than what he is, is because he missed time last year with Mono
Listening to Wojo right now.
He said he told Dawson 2 years ago when he first met him at his high school with his mom and grandmother that by the time his recruitment was finished every school in the country would want him.
He seems really excited about the possibility of all 3 recruits playing together. Said Osa is more of a face up guy but that Justin and Dawson can play on the perimeter or in the post. Loves the length and versatility of all 3 guys.
Compared him to Henry as the closest MU comp.....said they aren't exactly the same but of the guys he has had at MU that would be the closest.
Quote from: MuMark on November 21, 2019, 06:27:52 PM
Listening to Wojo right now.
He said he told Dawson 2 years ago when he first met him at his high school with his mom and grandmother that by the time his recruitment was finished every school in the country would want him.
He seems really excited about the possibility of all 3 recruits playing together. Said Osa is more of a face up guy but that Justin and Dawson can play on the perimeter or in the post. Loves the length and versatility of all 3 guys.
Compared him to Henry as the closest MU comp.....said they aren't exactly the same but of the guys he has had at MU that would be the closest.
Great stuff thanks for the recap!