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MUScoop => Hangin' at the Al => Topic started by: fjm on March 29, 2021, 08:40:33 AM
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Here is the link from MUBB tweet:
https://gomarquette.com/watch/?Live=187&type=Live
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Thank you!!
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Great thanks for link
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Does the page update for what time zone you are in?
I see 2:55 pm.
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Does the page update for what time zone you are in?
I see 2:55 pm.
It must because it's 1:55 on mine
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It must because it's 1:55 on mine
Just to clarify: 3pm ET, 2pm CT.
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Just to clarify: 3pm ET, 2pm CT.
Yes.
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The image on the announcement reminded me of the famous Al pic with his arms raised.
No pressure // Just saying // Good Vibe going now
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Thank you!
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Started yet?
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The image on the announcement reminded me of the famous Al pic with his arms raised.
No pressure // Just saying // Good Vibe going now
That's no accident, I promise.
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DJ Bluntz really mixing it up.
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Am I the only one getting a black screen?
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Started yet?
Doenst appear so.
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Me too ! ! !
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Am I the only one getting a black screen?
I got an advertisement. Now it is the photo but with music. Try refreshing
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Not on yet hmmm
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aaaand we're live
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Here we go.
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I got an advertisement. Now it is the photo but with music. Try refreshing
Disable your ad blocker. Worked for me
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Scholl throwing out love to Broeker. Very cool.
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Not gonna lie, this is giving me chills. Just incredibly cool that Shaka is actually our head coach.
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THERE NEEDS TO BE A DONE DEAL REFERENCE.
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"I was born in 1977...."
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THERE NEEDS TO BE A DONE DEAL REFERENCE.
It got cut in editing.
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Collar points too wide. Knot a little off but acceptable...for a start.
(https://tse3.mm.bing.net/th?id=OIP.7xk6u7uQ7KjVrLsjNIi1CAHaE6&pid=Api&P=0&w=300&h=300)
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Some wojo assistants watching....
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Did I just see Presutti and Gainey in the crowd?
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What an incredibly genuine human being
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Did I just see Presutti and Gainey in the crowd?
Yes.
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Yes.
And Cam.
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He's killing it, very impressive.
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Has not met with the players in person yet.
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Easy to see why an interview went well for him
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Yes.
Smart is now listed as the head coach on the basketball page, with Gainey still as associate head coach and Presutti as assistant coach. Madhavapallil is no longer listed as DOBO; could this be where Cody Hatt slides in?
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What an incredibly genuine human being
Man, once that first nervous moment was over. He just stepped up to the plate. Really excited for our University. Really excited for the guys on the team. What an amazing steward he will be.
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Smart is now listed as the head coach on the basketball page, with Gainey still as associate head coach and Presutti as assistant coach. Madhavapallil is no longer listed as DOBO; could this be where Cody Hatt slides in?
I'm pretty sure he isn't coming here to take a step down. My guess is that staff changes just haven't been formally announced.
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Already sharing how great this place will be to future players, eh?
C'mon down David and Tamar. ;D
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Wow. Definitely seems like the right hire. Only time will tell and I hope we as a fanbase can be patient for a couple more years...
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Can a member of the press please ask Shaka why, after being offered the job and turning it down seven years ago, it's the right move this time around? What has changed?
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First win = this press conference. Now for some recruiting wins.
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Can a member of the press please ask Shaka why, after being offered the job and turning it down seven years ago, it's the right move this time around? What has changed?
I can answer that for you. Lovell and Scholl being in place.
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Ben Steele with a big one on the recruits.
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Shaka has knocked it out of the park. MU hoops is back.
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Can a member of the press please ask Shaka why, after being offered the job and turning it down seven years ago, it's the right move this time around? What has changed?
Needles went for it.
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Shaka has knocked it out of the park. MU hoops is back.
Because of a press conference?
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I can remember all of the people who were awed by Wojo's introductory presser. It's like......c'mon people, whatever is said in the presser doesn't have an impact on the court.
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Wow, Dan Needles asked the question about seven years ago.
Shaka: "Someone reported something that wasn't true."
Left it at that.
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Thank you Chitown for the insight, but I'd like to hear it from the man himself. I think Dan Needles just asked the question.
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Answered the big question sufficiently for me - now get to work baby!!!!!
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Buncha slurpers in this thread
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Because of a press conference?
Because it's not Wojo at the podium.
That's a start.
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Any good reporter worth his or her salt has to ask that question! Thank you Dan Needles.
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Can a member of the press please ask Shaka why, after being offered the job and turning it down seven years ago, it's the right move this time around? What has changed?
Answered!
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Can a member of the press please ask Shaka why, after being offered the job and turning it down seven years ago, it's the right move this time around? What has changed?
Asked and answered. And it really doesn't matter what went down seven years ago.
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The style of play changed at Texas. Why? What strategy are you bringing to MU?
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Love this answer/spiel on defense.
He doesn’t have one blue print. It’s all about the philosophy of pressuring and making the offense uncomfortable
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The style of play changed at Texas. Why?
He answered that.
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Love this answer/spiel on defense.
He doesn’t have one blue print. It’s all about the philosophy of pressuring and making the offense uncomfortable
Agreed. I liked that answer a lot.
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Looks like he might be keeping the hair. He has gotten a trim since the Al tour pictures.
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A crier and whiner!?! Get him a Scoop account!
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https://www.houstonchronicle.com/sports/article/Smart-s-vision-was-a-lifetime-in-the-making-6194139.php#photo-7804928
Background story on Shaka, etc.
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Referencing a DJ play. Makes me want to run through the GD wall.
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Wow, Dan Needles asked the question about seven years ago.
Shaka: "Someone reported something that wasn't true."
Left it at that.
Follow up question: "Source?"
Shaka: "I am the source."
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Prospective assistant coach making an inquiry.
(https://tse4.mm.bing.net/th?id=OIP.TEIjzwXFDh_sGCc1Z5Rx1gHaEI&pid=Api&P=0&w=300&h=300)
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Talked about playing with Justin and Dawson like it is a #donedeal. ;D
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Such a natural speaker, and very genuine with his answers. Wojo's answers always seemed a little canned or "coach-speak".
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Such a natural speaker, and very genuine with his answers. Wojo's answers always seemed a little canned or "coach-speak".
Agree. Incredibly thoughtful answers from Shaka.
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If you aint slurpin what the F you doing here! If this ain’t getting you psyched you don’t like MU ball ....imho
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He's mentioned DJ, Dawson & Lewis by name so far. I know I shouldn't read into that too much, so I'm going to anyway. They're coming back!
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Buncha slurpers in this thread
You aren't wrong. But there is almost always irrational exuberance at the introductory press conference. Maybe not at IU in the next couple of days, but generally. Every new coach is the answer to prayers. Relax.
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That just simply isn’t the last question I wanted to end on
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Poised, confident, thoughtful answers. Damn, this was so impressive.
Time to build the squad up and LFG.
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https://www.youtube.com/v/f50SX33xlb8
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He's mentioned DJ, Dawson & Lewis by name so far. I know I shouldn't read into that too much, so I'm going to anyway. They're coming back!
Or it was part of his messaging to make it look like it.
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I thought it was good, if not exactly earth-shattering. He really seemed to loosen up and looked more comfortable during the QA. I can see how he could win over a room. Excited to see him get to work, see the roster and staff stabilize, and get to next season.
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Shaka could have really endeared himself to alums by ending with LET'S GO WARRIORS!!
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Poised, confident, thoughtful answers. Damn, this was so impressive.
Time to build the squad up and LFG.
Excited to see what the next few weeks bring.
1. sounds like he is gonna meet with all the players and recruits shortly
2. Sounds like he's already talked to some of his previous recruits/commits
3. Justin, Dawson and DJ got shoutouts, so hopefully this means we are in good shape there.
You sure we can't start the season soon?
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https://www.youtube.com/v/f50SX33xlb8
Didn't realize how robotic he really was until you compare it to Shaka's presser.
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Or it was part of his messaging to make it look like it.
Or putting it out there he wants them back.
This was a grand slam performance. Yeah Shaka!
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Or it was part of his messaging to make it look like it.
Yeah, he definitely knows how to work the room: 1977, Al, Doc, Diener, etc. He knows who his audience is and he knows how to say what they want to hear.
This is not a criticism. Just because it happens to be what we want to hear, doesn’t mean it’s not true. He seems very sincere and impressive. Yes, I’m drinking the kool-aid.
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Within the context of Asst. Coaches me mentioned about how impressed he was years ago with Dieners confidence level. Wonder if that means anything?
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Was kinda awkward he didn't mention anybody besides those three. Poor Sy and Co.
Can't wait until Marquette Madness.
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Didn't realize how robotic he really was until you compare it to Shaka's presser.
Just run for office......you're a perfect fit as a state representative or senator.
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Within the context of Asst. Coaches me mentioned about how impressed he was years ago with Dieners confidence level. Wonder if that means anything?
Yeah I noticed the same thing.
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What an incredibly genuine human being
That's what impressed me. Speaks from the heart, no 'canned' responses. What a breath of fresh air.
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Was kinda awkward he didn't mention anybody besides those three. Poor Sy and Co.
Can't wait until Marquette Madness.
I agree that was a little awkward. But still the name shoutouts were a nice little piece indicating he knows the priorities. Hoping that means some good news for us for those guys.
Get after Mitchell Aidoo Joplin, Tamar and reach out to Hunter! Reach out to Osa and Greg. Let the chips fall where ever with Dex Sy and Jose
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Yeah I noticed the same thing.
I'd like to see Diener on the sidelines during games.
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He spoke from years of reflection and thoughts about who he is as a person and a coach. I'm a huge fan of the hire and person, but a press conference doesn't mean much to me. That said, it couldn't have gone much better. I saw the sincerity and a tactical approach (mentioning current players, Doc, Diener, etc.) that is hard to pull off. Seems MU is fortunate to have him.
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Was kinda awkward he didn't mention anybody besides those three. Poor Sy and Co.
Can't wait until Marquette Madness.
Seriously, I wonder how Symir Torrence will ever get over not being called out by Skaka at his introductory press conference. It's only been 13 days since he put his name in the transfer portal! Major slight IMO
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I thought this was an excellent presser. If you don't like this guy as a human being you have some serious issues. Of course this is about basketball and Wojo is a great person in his own right, but the wisdom and honesty on every level with Shaka permeated the room. In particular his poignant words about his mother and his entire family. Serious, serious, props to Mama-Shaka because she raised her son right.
Make no mistake about it, this guy gets it. That doesn't mean it won't be a process or easy in the slightest. As Tower said we cannot get ahead ourselves as these situations often create unbridled enthusiasm. But I'll tell you this: I feel pretty damn good about the program moving forward and everything Shaka said regarding MU hoops expecatations was spot-on. Call me crazy but after 30 mins of hearing Shaka I feel better about MU basketball than I have in a very, very. long time. I feel strongly this is just the beginning but we will get there.
We are Marquette!! Welcome to the Smart family!!
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Poised, confident, thoughtful answers. Damn, this was so impressive.
Time to build the squad up and LFG.
...and no 14pt font note cards and a list of the reporters with their picture next to their name.
All snarkiness aside he carries himself well, said all the right things. Now let's see if he can get the guys to actually play aggressive defense with high energy. What happens on the court is the only measure. He certainly understands that DJ, DG and JL are the core to rebuild the team around.
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Was kinda awkward he didn't mention anybody besides those three. Poor Sy and Co.
Can't wait until Marquette Madness.
Cy has literally already transferred. WHo cares?
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Seriously, I wonder how Symir Torrence will ever get over not being called out by Skaka at his introductory press conference. It's only been 13 days since he put his name in the transfer portal! Major slight IMO
Haha, agreed, such a weird comment to make. And if we are being honest, outside of those 3, how many coaches outside the Big East could name any of them. Those 3 are key pieces to have any sort of success next year, so I am glad he called them out specifically.
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Man what a breath of fresh air. Using Diener as a model of how he wants players to be themselves was exactly the stuff I wanted to hear.
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Anybody post a replay for the technology-challenged unfortunates that couldn't get it to play?
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I thought this was an excellent presser. If you don't like this guy as a human being you have some serious issues. Of course this is about basketball and Wojo is a great person in his own right, but the wisdom and honesty on every level with Shaka permeated the room. In particular his poignant words about his mother and his entire family. Serious, serious, props to Mama-Shaka because she raised her son right.
Make no mistake about it, this guy gets it. That doesn't mean it won't be a process or easy in the slightest. As Tower said we cannot get ahead ourselves as these situations often create unbridled enthusiasm. But I'll tell you this: I feel pretty damn good about the program moving forward and everything Shaka said regarding MU hoops expecatations was spot-on. Call me crazy but after 30 mins of hearing Shaka I feel better about MU basketball than I have in a very, very. long time. I feel strongly this is just the beginning but we will get there.
We are Marquette!! Welcome to the Smart family!!
The wattage emanating off of him, especially in relation to the last seven years, was stark
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Anybody post a replay for the technology-challenged unfortunates that couldn't get it to play?
Same link should work. Disable your ad blocker
It's also on YouTube now.
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He SAID the right think -- making reference to our history and basketball commitment
He FELT the right thing -- in his commitment to making his players better men and better ballplayers
NOW,
WILL HE DO THE RIGHT THING -- WIN!!!!
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Anybody post a replay for the technology-challenged unfortunates that couldn't get it to play?
https://youtu.be/8ihXq2NFOkU
Starts at 25 minute mark
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I thought this was an excellent presser. If you don't like this guy as a human being you have some serious issues. Of course this is about basketball and Wojo is a great person in his own right, but the wisdom and honesty on every level with Shaka permeated the room. In particular his poignant words about his mother and his entire family. Serious, serious, props to Mama-Shaka because she raised her son right.
Make no mistake about it, this guy gets it. That doesn't mean it won't be a process or easy in the slightest. As Tower said we cannot get ahead ourselves as these situations often create unbridled enthusiasm. But I'll tell you this: I feel pretty damn good about the program moving forward and everything Shaka said regarding MU hoops expecatations was spot-on. Call me crazy but after 30 mins of hearing Shaka I feel better about MU basketball than I have in a very, very. long time. I feel strongly this is just the beginning but we will get there.
We are Marquette!! Welcome to the Smart family!!
+1
Agreed whole-heartily, guess it makes us Big-time Slurper Nation members but my big take-away was it sounded Authentic.....#LFG
Guess we will get the answer in next 3-5 years
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Love this answer/spiel on defense.
He doesn’t have one blue print. It’s all about the philosophy of pressuring and making the offense uncomfortable
I really enjoyed this article on Havoc. Talked about the different press types, as well as the planned press adjustments to the counters they expected other teams to make. Shows how much thought goes into his defensive schemes, including planning the multiple adjustments to opponent adjustments.
https://www.burntorangenation.com/2015/4/3/8337897/shaka-smart-texas-longhorns-havoc-defense
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I'd like to see Diener on the sidelines during games.
He'll supply the keggs for the post game presser.
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"I was born in 1977"
*applause*
lol
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muwarrior97
#LFG
I'm all in. Did not hear the presser but sounds like Shaka did a very good job.
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Today I learned being positive and choosing to be optimistic makes you a "slurper".
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"I was born in 1977"
*applause*
lol
I like how he said it and paused for applause 🤣
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A couple of things that stood out to me. Please don't take these as criticisms because they aren't. I love the hire, and ecstatic to have Shaka on board.
1. If you don't know who really runs Marquette athletics, now you do. Name dropping is very important. Scholl made the hire, but the only person that truly matters has a PHD in basketball.
2. Shaka did have some PR chops there playing with some non-answers, but I think he did a great job toeing the line on it. He is obviously more genuine and refined than our previous coach was.
3. I appreciate that the QA didn't seem to have limits... including the 7 years ago question. I'm glad that question was asked today instead of being in the back of a lot of reporter's minds for years.
4. Overall, if you're not impressed with Shaka Smart, you probably will never be happy as a Marquette fan.
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No questions from John Dodds! WTH. ;D
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No questions from John Dodds! WTH. ;D
Due to Covid issues, he couldn't bring his blender into the AL
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Due to Covid issues, he couldn't bring his blender into the AL
Dodds to Shaka: "If you were to put some coaches in a blender who would you put in to create yourself"
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Dodds to Shaka: "If you were to put some coaches in a blender who would you put in to create yourself"
-Dodds pats self on back
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Dodds to Shaka: "If you dot dot dot were to put some dot dot dot coaches in a blender dot dot dot who would you dot dot dot put in to create yourself"
FIFY
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1. If you don't know who really runs Marquette athletics, now you do. Name dropping is very important. Scholl made the hire, but the only person that truly matters has a PHD in basketball.
This was crystal clear.
On the whole, I love the hire but I'm not a big hype guy so I thought the presser was about what it should've been i.e. it confirmed that this was the right decision.
One disappointing thing is that he had plenty of opportunity to call out that Marquette has "top 10" level talent on the team and didn't do it......he may be out of touch.
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I do have one very minor criticism regarding the MU beat writer. Maybe it's me but I haven't been particularly impressed with his abilities. And while it's fine if wants to wear a mask while social distancing inside, then he needs to speak up and have some conviction and or inflection in his voice. Personally, I think we can do much better and actually have in recent years. I know it's no biggie but believe we can step our game up on this front. He also appeared crazy nervous to me.
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Steele? He's great. Fun to follow on the Twitter.
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I do have one very minor criticism regarding the MU beat writer. Maybe it's me but I haven't been particularly impressed with his abilities. And while it's fine if wants to wear a mask while social distancing inside, then he needs to speak up and have some conviction and or inflection in his voice. Personally, I think we can do much better and actually have in recent years. I know it's no biggie but believe we can step our game up on this front. He also appeared crazy nervous to me.
He is a print/social media guy. His work has been fine. You must miss Mike Hunt and Tom Enlund.
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Today I learned being positive and choosing to be optimistic makes you a "slurper".
You get used to it.
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Steele? He's great. Fun to follow on the Twitter.
Was going to post the exact same thing. Matt V was good too, just not as funny on the twitter machine
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Agreed, Steele is quite good and thought he asked good q's in this presser
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I do have one very minor criticism regarding the MU beat writer. Maybe it's me but I haven't been particularly impressed with his abilities. And while it's fine if wants to wear a mask while social distancing inside, then he needs to speak up and have some conviction and or inflection in his voice. Personally, I think we can do much better and actually have in recent years. I know it's no biggie but believe we can step our game up on this front. He also appeared crazy nervous to me.
I think Ben has been great for the MU beat. He seems to go above and beyond in his blogs and he engages with everyone on Twitter who tweets at him.
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It could very well be me and I don't read his Twitter but I guess I preferred MV and TR.
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Wojo was never the answer to my prayers. Far from it
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I'm catching up on the presser between meetings.
I'm not gonna lie, I'm excited about getting back to a deflection-oriented defense.
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It’s so fantastic to be excited about MU basketball again. There is finally reason for optimism. So thankful the administration did what needed to be done rather than fall back on all the excuses they could have.
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I'm catching up on the presser between meetings.
I'm not gonna lie, I'm excited about getting back to a deflection-oriented defense.
I think there were more measurable stats in this press conference than all 7 years of Wojos.
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He is a print/social media guy. His work has been fine. You must miss Mike Hunt and Tom Enlund.
Very proud of Scoop for showing restraint at this mention.
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Did Shaka imply that his mother went to UW?
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Well, Wojo he ain't.
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Did Shaka imply that his mother went to UW?
Yes.
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A couple of things that stood out to me. Please don't take these as criticisms because they aren't. I love the hire, and ecstatic to have Shaka on board.
1. If you don't know who really runs Marquette athletics, now you do. Name dropping is very important. Scholl made the hire, but the only person that truly matters has a PHD in basketball.
2. Shaka did have some PR chops there playing with some non-answers, but I think he did a great job toeing the line on it. He is obviously more genuine and refined than our previous coach was.
3. I appreciate that the QA didn't seem to have limits... including the 7 years ago question. I'm glad that question was asked today instead of being in the back of a lot of reporter's minds for years.
4. Overall, if you're not impressed with Shaka Smart, you probably will never be happy as a Marquette fan.
I agree... I thought he showed great media savvy in that he avoided totally answering questions he didn't want to or couldn't (i.e.: recruiting which coaches can't/shouldn't comment on until they are signed). Yet he still answered everything some and didn't avoid any questions completely. He said he didn't come 7 years ago because he felt it wasn't the right time due to the loyalty he felt to some of his VCU players at the time... good answer.
I liked how he also downplayed the questions on race and sex saying they are relevant but winning and making good decisions to help the team win are the most important things for the team and the fans.
He's off to a great start.
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I wish him success. Based on his past he should represent Marquette well.
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We have a great leader here and a very bright future. We'll undoubtedly have some bumps but the trajectory of today versus the past 7 years is noticeably better. Cautiously optimistic on the retention of the three main guys and recruitment to an actual system and philosophy should make us much tougher and more attractive to recruits. Great hire. Go Marquette!!
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Shaka was very smooth, he was comfortable speaking publicly -- far more than, say, Lovell -- and his enthusiasm was evident. He came across as competent and intelligent, which he is.
He knew to throw out meat to the hungry masses with the many references to MU's past successes, while also focusing on what needs to get done in the present. He was careful not to state any specific goals, but let us know that getting to the Final Four is important and attainable. I thought it was significant (and smart) that he mentioned DJ, DG and JL by name, clearly letting them know that they will be prominent contributors to his program if they choose to stay. Questions about race and gender are never easy, and he answered those about as well as he could have.
Press conferences rarely "matter," and people who are comfortable in front of audiences always come out looking great, but the first one does give everybody a little sense of the person.
One would have to be Barney Buzzkill to have watched that and to not believe it was a successful introduction of Shaka to "Marquette Nation" (we have a nation?), and to not be pretty darn excited about what can be for our heroes.
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Shaka was very smooth, he was comfortable speaking publicly -- far more than, say, Lovell -- and his enthusiasm was evident. He came across as competent and intelligent, which he is.
He knew to throw out meat to the hungry masses with the many references to MU's past successes, while also focusing on what needs to get done in the present. He was careful not to state any specific goals, but let us know that getting to the Final Four is important and attainable. I thought it was significant (and smart) that he mentioned DJ, DG and JL by name, clearly letting them know that they will be prominent contributors to his program if they choose to stay. Questions about race and gender are never easy, and he answered those about as well as he could have.
Press conferences rarely "matter," and people who are comfortable in front of audiences always come out looking great, but the first one does give everybody a little sense of the person.
One would have to be Barney Buzzkill to have watched that and to not believe it was a successful introduction of Shaka to "Marquette Nation" (we have a nation?), and to not be pretty darn excited about what can be for our heroes.
Uh....yes. Lovell did not look comfortable at all, even reading.
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I just finished watching.
He had good answers for everything.
Why leave Texas? Along the lines of "Going forward, Marquette is the simply best fit for my family."
7 Years ago - Along the lines "Didn't feel like the right time to move and loyalty to players."
Welcome Shaka!
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Shaka said one of his goals was to hang banners. I’m too lazy to research and confirm, but wonder if he was a part of the infamous “Finished the Season #6” banner at VCU.
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Shaka said one of his goals was to hang banners. I’m too lazy to research and confirm, but wonder if he was a part of the infamous “Finished the Season #6” banner at VCU.
He's gonna haul out the Great Alaska Shootout banner out of mothballs isn't he...
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Great presser.
A big takeaway for me is his desire to retain the Big 3 and also to reel Travis back on the staff. Time will tell.
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Shaka was very smooth, he was comfortable speaking publicly -- far more than, say, Lovell -- and his enthusiasm was evident. He came across as competent and intelligent, which he is.
He knew to throw out meat to the hungry masses with the many references to MU's past successes, while also focusing on what needs to get done in the present. He was careful not to state any specific goals, but let us know that getting to the Final Four is important and attainable. I thought it was significant (and smart) that he mentioned DJ, DG and JL by name, clearly letting them know that they will be prominent contributors to his program if they choose to stay. Questions about race and gender are never easy, and he answered those about as well as he could have.
Press conferences rarely "matter," and people who are comfortable in front of audiences always come out looking great, but the first one does give everybody a little sense of the person.
One would have to be Barney Buzzkill to have watched that and to not believe it was a successful introduction of Shaka to "Marquette Nation" (we have a nation?), and to not be pretty darn excited about what can be for our heroes.
Hearing him mention their names I felt like, in Shaka's mind, he already knows and envisions what he needs to do and practice with them for them to excel on the court.
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This was crystal clear.
On the whole, I love the hire but I'm not a big hype guy so I thought the presser was about what it should've been i.e. it confirmed that this was the right decision.
One disappointing thing is that he had plenty of opportunity to call out that Marquette has "top 10" level talent on the team and didn't do it......he may be out of touch.
Is this supposed to be teal and you forgot?
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Is this supposed to be teal and you forgot?
Very teal. Referencing another thread where someone is setting themselves up to be furiously disappointed in Shaka next year because they think we have talent to be a top 10 team
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Wojo was never the answer to my prayers. Far from it
There wasn’t a single time I listened to Wojo and got excited including his intro presser
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Here's more from a separate virtual presser:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=50fL_xD8paU
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Very teal. Referencing another thread where someone is setting themselves up to be furiously disappointed in Shaka next year because they think we have talent to be a top 10 team
Nah I wont be disappointed. I would rather be optimistic than negative. I believe there was talent on the team this year and the problem was the coach. I think a top 25 team is realistic If everything falls in place. Sometimes it doesn't take much to make a big jump, but we will see.
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There wasn’t a single time I listened to Wojo and got excited including his intro presser
Were you pleased with Shaka? I thought he was particularly impressive with the Q&A? Very thoughtful guy and in a noticeably genuine way.
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I do have one very minor criticism regarding the MU beat writer. Maybe it's me but I haven't been particularly impressed with his abilities. And while it's fine if wants to wear a mask while social distancing inside, then he needs to speak up and have some conviction and or inflection in his voice. Personally, I think we can do much better and actually have in recent years. I know it's no biggie but believe we can step our game up on this front. He also appeared crazy nervous to me.
I'm almost 100% certain that Steele doesn't "want" to wear a mask. He does it out of respect to others.
Steele has been excellent since he took the post.
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Shaka's a very impressive young man. can't wait for the season to begin. I remember Wojo's first couple years when the camera would drop in on him during timeouts and he literally barked at the players inaudibly. I replayed them to try to understand him. Never could. Its hard to understand "dog."
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Here's more from a separate virtual presser:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=50fL_xD8paU
Lol. Press on from his past jobs. That says a lot. It also says this was a national hire.
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Very teal. Referencing another thread where someone is setting themselves up to be furiously disappointed in Shaka next year because they think we have talent to be a top 10 team
Very impressed with your snark. Teal wasn't necessary.
As someone whose 1st choice was not Shaka, I have to say I was impressed today. Good things are coming for our program.
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Here's more from a separate virtual presser:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=50fL_xD8paU
Appreciate you sharing this.
He sold out 100 straight games at Texas... holy crap.
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I'm almost 100% certain that Steele doesn't "want" to wear a mask. He does it out of respect to others.
Steele has been excellent since he took the post.
Well again, it could be me and an overreaction. Although he seemed nervous for some reason.
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Here's more from a separate virtual presser:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=50fL_xD8paU
Thanks for the link. IMHO this was better than the formal presser - very personable and as Dr said having guys from as far back as VCU show is impressive.
Appreciate you sharing this.
He sold out 100 straight games at Texas... holy crap.
that was at VCU (but he did mention it while answering a question about being second fiddle at UT so easy to miss)
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Here's more from a separate virtual presser:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=50fL_xD8paU
Is Todd Smith's job in jeopardy?
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that was at VCU (but he did mention it while answering a question about being second fiddle at UT so easy to miss)
That makes a lot more sense. Appreciate the correction.
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I'd like to see Diener on the sidelines during games.
Agree. Was there like all the pressers but this time in standing room. Outside of the press and MU employees there were only about 15 people there at the most. Travis was one of them. Would like to thank Mr Scholl and Mr Lovell again for making this happen. This is awesome.
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Appreciate you sharing this.
He sold out 100 straight games at Texas... holy crap.
No - at VCU.
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Like his slight shot at Gard about the "much maligned by some coaches" transfer portal in the follow up presser.
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Appreciate you sharing this.
He sold out 100 straight games at Texas... holy crap.
No, VCU.
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Appreciate you sharing this.
He sold out 100 straight games at Texas... holy crap.
No VCU
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No, VCU.
Yeah, I was gonna look that up. I thought I saw that Texas actually rarely sold out basketball, a situation pre-dating Shaka.
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Were you pleased with Shaka? I thought he was particularly impressive with the Q&A? Very thoughtful guy and in a noticeably genuine way.
Yes. Such a breath of fresh air. I can feel the juice coming back into the program.
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I was not able to watch the press conference live, but have now watched the entirety on demand. Shaka knocked it out of the park. Picture him pitching a 5 star recruit and his parents on playing at MU. Seashells and balloons, baby. We're goin' uptown. Book it, hey?
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I was not able to watch the press conference live, but have now watched the entirety on demand. Shaka knocked it out of the park. Picture him pitching a 5 star recruit and his parents on playing at MU. Seashells and balloons, baby. We're goin' uptown. Book it, hey?
Was very impressive.
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Uh....yes. Lovell did not look comfortable at all, even reading.
Lovell certainly didn't look great.
In his speech, he called Shaka's daughter by the name of Zar. Her name is Zora not Zar.
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Lovell certainly didn't look great.
In his speech, he called Shaka's daughter by the name of Zar. Her name is Zora not Zar.
Lovell is a stiff. Something tells me he was along for the ride on this process.
Scholl impressed me and I have a newfound perception of him. Pulled the trigger and said all the right things during the transition. Brought in a proven coach that the university, players and alums alike, can rally around.
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Lovell certainly didn't look great.
In his speech, he called Shaka's daughter by the name of Zar. Her name is Zora not Zar.
Sad.... it's a biblical name too.
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That makes a lot more sense. Appreciate the correction.
VCU has roughly 9k less capacity than Texas. Their Arena has less than 8k capacity.
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Very impressed with your snark. Teal wasn't necessary.
You think that's impressive? When I mix the snark with sarcasm it's really something - I hear folks love that ;)
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No VCU
Duh.
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Lovell is a stiff. Something tells me he was along for the ride on this process.
This is incorrect. Shaka would not be here if not for Lovell. There is plenty to criticize him about, but this process isn't that.
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This is incorrect. Shaka would not be here if not for Lovell. There is plenty to criticize him about, but this process isn't that.
Agreed. That earlier conversation about Lovell not understanding the importance of basketball at Marquette couldn't be more off-base.
Marquette went all-in on Shaka. Supposedly Lovell took the recommendation of the Athletic Department over that of the Trustees. If he is wrong, it may well cost him his job.
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Agreed. That earlier conversation about Lovell not understanding the importance of basketball at Marquette couldn't be more off-base.
Marquette went all-in on Shaka. Supposedly Lovell took the recommendation of the Athletic Department over that of the Trustees. If he is wrong, it may well cost him his job.
He won't be.
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Agreed. That earlier conversation about Lovell not understanding the importance of basketball at Marquette couldn't be more off-base.
Marquette went all-in on Shaka. Supposedly Lovell took the recommendation of the Athletic Department over that of the Trustees. If he is wrong, it may well cost him his job.
Yep. It's a big move. Love it
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An edited-down version of the press conference
https://youtu.be/WU0fC4x3tMo
https://youtube.com/v/WU0fC4x3tMo
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Boilerplate. More enjoyable boilerplate, as he definitely has a more relaxed, outgoing, positive energy personality than Wojo. But in the end, it was family, culture, defense. I hope it works. I choose optimism.
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Agreed. That earlier conversation about Lovell not understanding the importance of basketball at Marquette couldn't be more off-base.
Marquette went all-in on Shaka. Supposedly Lovell took the recommendation of the Athletic Department over that of the Trustees. If he is wrong, it may well cost him his job.
The Trustees should stick to what they do best. I'm not sure I know what that is.
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Boilerplate. More enjoyable boilerplate, as he definitely has a more relaxed, outgoing, positive energy personality than Wojo. But in the end, it was family, culture, defense. I hope it works. I choose optimism.
😂😂😂😂😂😂
NOPE! Surprised you can’t identify true boilerplate after witnessing it for 7 excruciating years. Some will never learn.
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😂😂😂😂😂😂
NOPE! Surprised you can’t identify true boilerplate after witnessing it for 7 excruciating years. Some will never learn.
So you're not upset he didn't mention the top 10 talent?
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Agreed. That earlier conversation about Lovell not understanding the importance of basketball at Marquette couldn't be more off-base.
Marquette went all-in on Shaka. Supposedly Lovell took the recommendation of the Athletic Department over that of the Trustees. If he is wrong, it may well cost him his job.
And who did the BOT want?? One would hope Lovell would listen to the AD. My guess is BOT would do the same.
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So you're not upset he didn't mention the top 10 talent?
Give it a rest, you aren't funny just a dick.
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😂😂😂😂😂😂
NOPE! Surprised you can’t identify true boilerplate after witnessing it for 7 excruciating years. Some will never learn.
Oh you’re so adorable.
That presser is pretty much how every coach’s opening presser goes. Say nice things about the school, his bosses and get the fans to clap a couple times. I really am looking forward to see how this goes but everyone’s going to forget this once the ball is tipped.
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Give it a rest, you aren't funny just a dick.
Thank God, finally someone to tell us what's actually funny around here.
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Give it a rest, you aren't funny just a dick.
i beg to differ, I'm quite funny and sometimes a dick. $5 is never funny and always a pompous ass who has to prove he's right by keeping score.
Edit: did I mistake $5 for for the "top 10" quote when it was you? Is that why you're so vested in this? If so, I apologize to $5 for attributing that quote to him (but stick with the pompous ass declaration) and find it infinitely more humorous that you're offended that I keep calling it out.
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Thank God, finally someone to tell us what's actually funny around here.
Glad to be of service
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i beg to differ, I'm quite funny and sometimes a dick. $5 is never funny and always a pompous ass who has to prove he's right by keeping score.
I'll give you that you are sometimes funny and usually a dick. Thats the best you get.
Btw let's hear your prediction of how the team will do next year.
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i beg to differ, I'm quite funny and sometimes a dick. $5 is never funny and always a pompous ass who has to prove he's right by keeping score.
To be fair. If there wasn’t so much pompous assery that turned out to be dead wrong around here, it wouldn’t be so satisfying to keep score.
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😂😂😂😂😂😂
NOPE! Surprised you can’t identify true boilerplate after witnessing it for 7 excruciating years. Some will never learn.
Wojo was pure boilerplate. I talked many times about his coach speak and lamented the lack of poetry, a la Buzz. But you be you.
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Give it a rest, you aren't funny just a dick.
Not to mention he is stealing my material.
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To be fair. If there wasn’t so much pompous assery that turned out to be dead wrong around here, it wouldn’t be so satisfying to keep score.
*tip o' the cap*
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Wojo was pure boilerplate. I talked many times about his coach speak and lamented the lack of poetry, a la Buzz. But you be you.
When you say “boilerplate but more interesting, more personality, more outgoing, and more relaxed” it’s not boilerplate anymore. That’s like saying “a pizza but instead of sauce and cheese it’s a burger patty in a bun”.
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Wojo was pure boilerplate. I talked many times about his coach speak and lamented the lack of poetry, a la Buzz. But you be you.
Are you finally off the projo train? It hit its last stop.
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I always considered myself a meh-Jo. Consistently gave him a C grade. But the label was fun and gave me many belly laughs.
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I always considered myself a meh-Jo. Consistently gave him a C grade. But the label was fun and gave me many belly laughs.
Personally, I'm a So-Smart. The other option is a No-Smart. Hope he can get lots of wins.
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I just watched the presser and job well done. He is correct, this MU is a basketball school, it has a storied history, it has great players from multiple era’s and the goal should be winning at a high level.
I have followed MU basketball for a long time and do not buy into things easily and I am more excited about the program than I have been in many, many years. Shaka Smart is the right guy, at the right time and any one not on the train, jump aboard and enjoy the ride.
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Personally, I'm a So-Smart. The other option is a No-Smart. Hope he can get lots of wins.
Sha-go, Sha-no
Time will tell what sticks
I'm Sha-go all the way!
Now that I think of it Sha-go could "go" the other way :P
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I'll give you that you are sometimes funny and usually a dick. Thats the best you get.
Btw let's hear your prediction of how the team will do next year.
First off, I said 'sometimes' a dick not 'usually' but potato:potato. Wait till we do you.
As for next year, given what we know today, I'll go 5th in BE and bubble NCAA (play in or 10 seed). In forming the team there will be a couple "how did we lose ___", a couple "I can't believe we got ____", and more than a few "that's a solid addition", all of which will take time to gel with new teammates and coaches. This is where I land.
Knowing that during the next 6 months there will be 20 different "prediction" threads and each will be prompted by a signing, a de-commit, a coaching hire, etc. I reserve the right to adjust my prediction when more info is available.
The more pertinent question is 'what are your expectations for the program'? Here are mine
- NCAA most years with NIT on the off year: shows there is a quality product on the floor but gives room for young team/injuries/odd slump
- occasional deep run: allows for the 'crap shoot' aspect of the tourney (but whoo-boy if we get bounced the first game he's in the tourney with us this joint is gonna be LIT)
- top half of the BEast mixed with a heavy dose of top 3: we only have 3 conference championships in 30 years (1:15 in BE) so I think competing every year is a stretch
- 1 'magical' run every 8-10 years: FF or lose a heartbreaker in E8
- clean program: listed last because it is a given
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Personally, I'm a So-Smart. The other option is a No-Smart. Hope he can get lots of wins.
So good! If you weren't already ruling with an iron fist, I would nominate you in the upcoming moderator elections.
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Here's more from a separate virtual presser:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=50fL_xD8paU
I’m not sure if it’s a common thing that coaches do, but the part where he talks about having his players get up and assign minutes on the white board is great. I really like that.
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i beg to differ, I'm quite funny and sometimes a dick. $5 is never funny and always a pompous ass who has to prove he's right by keeping score.
Edit: did I mistake $5 for for the "top 10" quote when it was you? Is that why you're so vested in this? If so, I apologize to $5 for attributing that quote to him (but stick with the pompous ass declaration) and find it infinitely more humorous that you're offended that I keep calling it out.
Anyone who declares themselves “quite funny” likely isn’t that funny. Funny people don’t need to advertise that they’re funny.
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Anyone who declares themselves “quite funny” likely isn’t that funny. Funny people don’t need to advertise that they’re funny.
He named himself after Voldemort’s pet snake. I’m sure he’s the life of every party.
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He named himself after Voldemort’s pet snake. I’m sure he’s the life of every party.
It has been pointed out that my name is the same as a Harry Potter character but perhaps if you used some deductive reasoning you'd notice the use of capitalization in my name..........It's my last name spelled backwards - Finigan - as I don't like to hide behind anonymity. But if you want to think it's an homage to a fantasy story about wizards, go ahead and expose the sh*t out of your world perspective.
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Ah, it's nice to see scoop optimistic again
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It's a shame we didn't get him sooner. Wojo's leash was extended too long. But not was the right time, so I'm happy. Shaka is very likable. When I compare his presser to Wojo's my first thought is he's more natural and relatable in the way he speaks. Very articulate. I think he possesses a demeanor great for teaching. Feeling great about the new era of Marquette basketball.
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Ah, it's nice to see scoop optimistic again
Yep. Should last for at least 2 more days.
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It's a shame we didn't get him sooner. Wojo's leash was extended too long. But not was the right time, so I'm happy. Shaka is very likable. When I compare his presser to Wojo's my first thought is he's more natural and relatable in the way he speaks. Very articulate. I think he possesses a demeanor great for teaching. Feeling great about the new era of Marquette basketball.
If I were in charge, Wojo would've been fired after the 18-19 late season collapse/Hauser debacle. In retrospect, making the move any sooner than it was probably takes us out of the running to get our current coach, who is probably the best possible fit for this job.
I'm glad we were patient, though I damn sure didn't feel that way 2 weeks ago.
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If I were in charge, Wojo would've been fired after the 18-19 late season collapse/Hauser debacle. In retrospect, making the move any sooner than it was probably takes us out of the running to get our current coach, who is probably the best possible fit for this job.
I'm glad we were patient, though I damn sure didn't feel that way 2 weeks ago.
I think Nate Oats would have been our coach if we fired Wojo then.
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You're probably right, and I'm fairly sure I would have been happy with that outcome.
This one feels different than what that would have been though. This is a paradigm shift hire, unlike any that MU has ever made in program history. Like Goose said, we've never gone all-in like this before. Oats would probably have been a very solid hire, I feel like this has potential to be significantly better than just solid. And two years ago, this wouldn't have happened.
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You're probably right, and I'm fairly sure I would have been happy with that outcome.
This one feels different than what that would have been though. This is a paradigm shift hire, unlike any that MU has ever made in program history. Like Goose said, we've never gone all-in like this before. Oats would probably have been a very solid hire, I feel like this has potential to be significantly better than just solid. And two years ago, this wouldn't have happened.
I would suggest that the Kevin O'Neill hiring was as much paradigm shifting as this hire. Perhaps even moreso.
We went from hiring either internal candidates or head coaches from smaller Catholic schools to hiring the hot, young assistant from one of the best basketball programs in the country. I remember feeling very surprised by that hire at the time. It didn't seem like a very Marquette move.
I have not felt similarly about a hire until last week.
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Sultan
The KO hire was out of character for MU and really happened because the ship was sinking. I think the Shaka hire is similar in nature. MU needed to make a big move and change the course of the program quickly.
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Sultan
The KO hire was out of character for MU and really happened because the ship was sinking. I think the Shaka hire is similar in nature. MU needed to make a big move and change the course of the program quickly.
Agreed. I look at how MU handled this versus how DePaul is flailing around (again) and I am grateful for the decisions leadership made in the last week.
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I think he possesses a demeanor great for teaching.
Can't judge this until the season starts and we see Shaka's televised cuddles. Everything depends on those. Everything!
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We will never see a huddle like the one led by Wojo ever again.
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Ah, it's nice to see scoop optimistic again
SHAKA the preferred antidepressant of the MUScoop community. The Smart Choice.
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Dodds asked a question in the zoom call presser.
MUScoop should have had a representative.
"I have a question in 9 parts. Feel free to phrase your answer in haiku style:
1. Will you be practicing slaps of five?
2. What is your username on Scoop? And your wife's?
3. What's your take on recruiting traditional players? You know, traditional?
4. What can we expect to see when TV is broadcasting your game huddles?
5. How awesome is Arby's, like really awesome, or beyond awesome?
6. When should the Scoop intelligencia get their pre-game advice to you?
7. How many years does it take to evaluate a head coach? The answer is five. So, five, right?
8. Have you ever driven an ATV, and what size karate outfit do you wear?
9. Who is evil and must be destroyed?
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Gotta love Dodds... Forgets to unmute himself... Then gets one (1) question... And uses it to ask how the transfer portal works...
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10. What are your thoughts on Red Delicious apples?
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11. NM
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12. How are your haiku writing skills?
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13. Free throws ... do they matta?
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Dodds asked a question in the zoom call presser.
MUScoop should have had a representative.
"I have a question in 9 parts. Feel free to phrase your answer in haiku style:
1. Will you be practicing slaps of five?
2. What is your username on Scoop? And your wife's?
3. What's your take on recruiting traditional players? You know, traditional?
4. What can we expect to see when TV is broadcasting your game huddles?
5. How awesome is Arby's, like really awesome, or beyond awesome?
6. When should the Scoop intelligencia get their pre-game advice to you?
7. How many years does it take to evaluate a head coach? The answer is five. So, five, right?
8. Have you ever driven an ATV, and what size karate outfit do you wear?
9. Who is evil and must be destroyed?
Rocky: Hi Shaka, MUScoop...
1. Can I have your cell number
2. Thanks, I just sent you a link To MUScoop the ultimate source for everything Marquette Basketball. Experts in recruiting, coaching, sports betting margins and when the time comes to hire our next coach.
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Dodds asked a question in the zoom call presser.
MUScoop should have had a representative.
"I have a question in 9 parts. Feel free to phrase your answer in haiku style:
1. Will you be practicing slaps of five?
2. What is your username on Scoop? And your wife's?
3. What's your take on recruiting traditional players? You know, traditional?
4. What can we expect to see when TV is broadcasting your game huddles?
5. How awesome is Arby's, like really awesome, or beyond awesome?
6. When should the Scoop intelligencia get their pre-game advice to you?
7. How many years does it take to evaluate a head coach? The answer is five. So, five, right?
8. Have you ever driven an ATV, and what size karate outfit do you wear?
9. Who is evil and must be destroyed?
Brilliant. Great laughs.
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Dodds asked a question in the zoom call presser.
MUScoop should have had a representative.
"I have a question in 9 parts. Feel free to phrase your answer in haiku style:
1. Will you be practicing slaps of five?
2. What is your username on Scoop? And your wife's?
3. What's your take on recruiting traditional players? You know, traditional?
4. What can we expect to see when TV is broadcasting your game huddles?
5. How awesome is Arby's, like really awesome, or beyond awesome?
6. When should the Scoop intelligencia get their pre-game advice to you?
7. How many years does it take to evaluate a head coach? The answer is five. So, five, right?
8. Have you ever driven an ATV, and what size karate outfit do you wear?
9. Who is evil and must be destroyed?
10. Will you be weighing in on SOTG if we need a tiebreaker?
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13. Free throws ... do they matta?
That one made me really lol.
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Gotta love Dodds... Forgets to unmute himself... Then gets one (1) question... And uses it to ask how the transfer portal works...
Lol, I couldn't believe it, too funny.
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Gotta love Dodds... Forgets to unmute himself... Then gets one (1) question... And uses it to ask how the transfer portal works...
Right? Like even the average scooper could answer that. Hah.
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Shocked da mofo didn't throw a few playas in a blender and ax Smart to name the comparison playa, aina?
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“Is it true the reason you didn’t come in 2014 because of the awful shooting background at the Bradley Center?”
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Dodds asked a question in the zoom call presser.
MUScoop should have had a representative.
"I have a question in 9 parts. Feel free to phrase your answer in haiku style:
1. Will you be practicing slaps of five? Yes bringing Blue to staff and FTs (JB no matta)
2. What is your username on Scoop? And your wife's? Me: Shakalaka / Her: Boom
3. What's your take on recruiting traditional players? You know, traditional? Bringing Chico's to staff for that
4. What can we expect to see when TV is broadcasting your game huddles? The easy cuddles
5. How awesome is Arby's, like really awesome, or beyond awesome? Unlike Woj I eat Arby's and it's beyond awesome (Scoop wink)
6. When should the Scoop intelligencia get their pre-game advice to you?Please at least 48hrs Ahead c/o UB
7. How many years does it take to evaluate a head coach? The answer is five. So, five, right?No at least 6
8. Have you ever driven an ATV, and what size karate outfit do you wear?No / Small
9. Who is evil and must be destroyed? 349 D1 teams
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Follow up, will there be COVID protocols at the meat summit?
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Follow up, will there be COVID protocols at the meat summit?
Not part of that ugly crowd, no info...
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We will never see a huddle like the one led by Wojo ever again.
COMPETE! COMPETE!! COMPETE!!!!
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Incredible speech by Shaka. So easy to connect with him & could feel the emotion just underneath the words. A really good human.
Question. I haven't been to Oregon, WI but I sorta chuckled with the pronunciation, & curious... Were there any eye rolls there with the "Ore-GONE" instead of "Ore-gin"?!? Or do people from Oregon WI just not see eye to eye with people from the state?
(totally kidding btw but figured someone would know :D)
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Can't judge this until the season starts and we see Shaka's televised cuddles. Everything depends on those. Everything!
The insistence of all of you projos that only when the cameras were on did he turn on his "coach speak"... lol
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Rocky: Hi Shaka, MUScoop...
1. Can I have your cell number
2. Thanks, I just sent you a link To MUScoop the ultimate source for everything Marquette Basketball. Experts in recruiting, coaching, sports betting margins and when the time comes to hire our next coach.
Rocky: Hello Shaka. Got to tell you I was sorry to see Wojo go. Heck I even had him as my avatar. But not to worry you are a great hire, and I am thinking about your avatar. Hair or shaved head is my decision right now.
Shaka: Who the hell is this Wojo guy I keep hearing his name?
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Rocky: Hello Shaka. Got to tell you I was sorry to see Wojo go. Heck I even had him as my avatar. But not to worry you are a great hire, and I am thinking about your avatar. Hair or shaved head is my decision right now.
Shaka: Who the hell is this Wojo guy I keep hearing his name?
Because the Nojos keep bringing it up?
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Dodds asked a question in the zoom call presser.
MUScoop should have had a representative.
"I have a question in 9 parts. Feel free to phrase your answer in haiku style:
1. Will you be practicing slaps of five?
2. What is your username on Scoop? And your wife's?
3. What's your take on recruiting traditional players? You know, traditional?
4. What can we expect to see when TV is broadcasting your game huddles?
5. How awesome is Arby's, like really awesome, or beyond awesome?
6. When should the Scoop intelligencia get their pre-game advice to you?
7. How many years does it take to evaluate a head coach? The answer is five. So, five, right?
8. Have you ever driven an ATV, and what size karate outfit do you wear?
9. Who is evil and must be destroyed?
Well done!
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Dodds asked a question in the zoom call presser.
MUScoop should have had a representative.
"I have a question in 9 parts. Feel free to phrase your answer in haiku style:
1. Will you be practicing slaps of five?
2. What is your username on Scoop? And your wife's?
3. What's your take on recruiting traditional players? You know, traditional?
4. What can we expect to see when TV is broadcasting your game huddles?
5. How awesome is Arby's, like really awesome, or beyond awesome?
6. When should the Scoop intelligencia get their pre-game advice to you?
7. How many years does it take to evaluate a head coach? The answer is five. So, five, right?
8. Have you ever driven an ATV, and what size karate outfit do you wear?
9. Who is evil and must be destroyed?
10. Fouling up three...yes or no?
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Incredible speech by Shaka. So easy to connect with him & could feel the emotion just underneath the words. A really good human.
Question. I haven't been to Oregon, WI but I sorta chuckled with the pronunciation, & curious... Were there any eye rolls there with the "Ore-GONE" instead of "Ore-gin"?!? Or do people from Oregon WI just not see eye to eye with people from the state?
(totally kidding btw but figured someone would know :D)
It's pronounced differently than the state. Ore-gun (state), Ore-gAHn (town).
Sorry, my rendering of phonetics is pretty amateurish, but you should get the idea.
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TOBGN1I9hEw
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TOBGN1I9hEw
Love the behinds the scenes stuff. Cool to see Shaka chatting with Steve and Travis too. Sounds like he values the deep connections to the school and will foster them
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TOBGN1I9hEw
Neat
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It's pronounced differently than the state. Ore-gun (state), Ore-gAHn (town).
Sorry, my rendering of phonetics is pretty amateurish, but you should get the idea.
Ohio is filled with towns that are spelled the same as other famous places but people aggressively insist on pronunciations different than what we're all used to.
Lima (LIME-uh)
Versailles (ver-SALES)
Russia (ROO-she)
Cairo (CARE-oh)
Houston (HOUSE-tun)
Mantua (MAN-away)
Berlin (BURR-lin)
Medina (muh-DINE-uh)
Vienna (vie-ANN-uh)
And there's a bunch more.
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You could have stopped at 'Ohio.'
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I watched the Texas presser from 6 years ago. No mention at all about the mission of the university. Shaka has spoken at length about that at MU already, in addition to basketball itself. I believe it's how he'll recruit, coach, and serve as a spokesman while winning on the floor. Remind you old timers of anyone?
Doc seems to be right in his twitter comments. 'Perfect fit'.
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I watched the Texas presser from 6 years ago. No mention at all about the mission of the university. Shaka has spoken at length about that at MU already, in addition to basketball itself. I believe it's how he'll recruit, coach, and serve as a spokesman while winning on the floor. Remind you old timers of anyone?
Doc seems to be right in his twitter comments. 'Perfect fit'.
Not sure about all of that, but, if Smart can win at or close to a Buzz like level, Regular Season Big Title, 3 NCAA Tourney 2nd weekends, etc...in his first five seasons at MUBB, he'll be embraced by many.
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Shaka is the real deal. Marquette needed more than an experienced coach who would run a clean program. We needed a guy who understands and commits to the big picture, about what Marquette is all about. After 7 years of a guy who never truly left Duke, what a refreshing change.
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Shaka will Be The Difference, aina?
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I didn't realize he was a Billy Donovan assistant at some point. That's great lineage.
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It's pronounced differently than the state. Ore-gun (state), Ore-gAHn (town).
Sorry, my rendering of phonetics is pretty amateurish, but you should get the idea.
Thanks for this! I probs would've assumed differently if Shaka weren't so clearly far more intelligent & composed than me (that he must've pronounced in the accepted way).
I lived in west Madison for 2 years & I genuinely didn't know Oregon WI existed until Shaka's hiring...