I never paid much attention to Kolek between plays before, but have the last three or so. (as Shaka pointed out, last year, he was not even in the game during the final clutch times). But he seems to be Larry Birding opponents, after shots, during stoppages in play, to referees on calls (see him and refs laughing during conversations), to opposing benches. It is funny to watch and as he works on his repertoire, the birding seems to be increasing. Same with Stevie who seems to limit his birding to the people he is guarding. Kam has never been low in swag; his hop and skip after his three in front of the Creighton bench last night was hilarious. Kolek during post game pressers has had such matter of fact bravado. He's got nuts, to quote Shaka again.
Any people who attend the games who could add what they see or other members on the board who observe other trends?
My favorite Kolek jawing story happened last season. I can't remember which home game, i was sitting a few rows back of the MU bench. Kolek did something and Shaka yelled at him "don't be an a$$hole". Kolek promptly got a steal and scored in transition and yelled at Shaka (in a fun way) "Can I be an pretty boy now?" Next offensive trip he buried a three and yelled at Shaka on the way back " How bout now?"
I already loved him but that solidified it for good
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Quote from: TAMU, Knower of Ball on February 22, 2023, 04:04:35 PM
My favorite Kolek jawing story happened last season. I can't remember which home game, i was sitting a few rows back of the MU bench. Kolek did something and Shaka yelled at him "don't be an a$$hole". Kolek promptly got a steal and scored in transition and yelled at Shaka (in a fun way) "Can I be an pretty boy now?" Next offensive trip he buried a three and yelled at Shaka on the way back " How bout now?"
I already loved him but that solidified it for good
That game is engrained in my brain for that.
Seems it's rubbing off too. Love seeing last week with Stevie (the man with the golden smile and big heart who seems like the nicest dude around) absolutely breaking Souley Boum with his crap talking.
The team has the right edge.
Quote from: TAMU, Knower of Ball on February 22, 2023, 04:04:35 PM
My favorite Kolek jawing story happened last season. I can't remember which home game, i was sitting a few rows back of the MU bench. Kolek did something and Shaka yelled at him "don't be an a$$hole". Kolek promptly got a steal and scored in transition and yelled at Shaka (in a fun way) "Can I be an pretty boy now?" Next offensive trip he buried a three and yelled at Shaka on the way back " How bout now?"
I already loved him but that solidified it for good
Brother Knower of Ball:
I remember that night well. All over television.
Quote from: TAMU, Knower of Ball on February 22, 2023, 04:04:35 PM
My favorite Kolek jawing story happened last season. I can't remember which home game, i was sitting a few rows back of the MU bench. Kolek did something and Shaka yelled at him "don't be an a$$hole". Kolek promptly got a steal and scored in transition and yelled at Shaka (in a fun way) "Can I be an pretty boy now?" Next offensive trip he buried a three and yelled at Shaka on the way back " How bout now?"
I already loved him but that solidified it for good
Nova
Kolek does jaw but he also just talks to opponents, helps them off the floor, etc. It's like it just one big pick up game.
Before his career is over at MU, he will be enemy number one at a lot of road games. One of the first things I noticed about him last year was that he had a real edge about him. Best part, he backs it up with his play. Simply watching opposing fans interact with him will be a show on its own.
Kolek is a possibility to displace the Dream as my favorite MU player.
miles
He is climbing my list in quick order. A lot of old guys are getting knocked down my top ten list and replaced with Kolek.
Quote from: Goose on February 22, 2023, 05:06:20 PM
miles
He is climbing my list in quick order. A lot of old guys are getting knocked down my top ten list and replaced with Kolek.
I am floating the idea to my son Travis how he'd like being called Tyler now. ;D
pbi
I love it!!!
Quote from: pbiflyer on February 22, 2023, 05:19:34 PM
I am floating the idea to my son Travis how he'd like being called Tyler now. ;D
Why not both? How old is Travis? Tell him it's about time for a grandson named Tyler.
Quote from: lostpassword on February 22, 2023, 05:28:50 PM
Why not both? How old is Travis? Tell him it's about time for a grandson named Tyler.
17. So not quite yet. And pretty sure Mrs pbi is not up for more kids.
Quote from: The Sultan of Semantics on February 22, 2023, 04:16:11 PM
Kolek does jaw but he also just talks to opponents, helps them off the floor, etc. It's like it just one big pick up game.
I think it's a bit more. He has an edge and you can tell that he's had a lifetime of getting chirped at on the court cause he's a white dude with preppy hair who went to an elite boarding school for HS. So while he's not dirty or chippy, he's gonna let you hear it when he busts your a**, especially when you've given him stuff before. That 1000% happened with Whitmore in the Nova game.
Quote from: pbiflyer on February 22, 2023, 05:19:34 PM
I am floating the idea to my son Travis how he'd like being called Tyler now. ;D
There the same guy...played against Diener...he talked a ton of sh1t. I told him he talked pretty smart for someone who got held back in 8th grade...but I waited until the game wasn't in doubt to do so. He was so damn good.
Quote from: Goose on February 22, 2023, 05:06:20 PM
miles
He is climbing my list in quick order. A lot of old guys are getting knocked down my top ten list and replaced with Kolek.
whoa whoa but not dean the dream...say it ain't so!! dean is forever etched man! along with george, maurice, lloyd was a gas and a half...untouchables
tyler starting his own plaque is very appropriate-just so it doesn't go to his head which i don't think it will. stay grounded young man
Quote from: TrojanWarrior on February 22, 2023, 02:36:31 PM
I never paid much attention to Kolek between plays before, but have the last three or so. (as Shaka pointed out, last year, he was not even in the game during the final clutch times). But he seems to be Larry Birding opponents, after shots, during stoppages in play, to referees on calls (see him and refs laughing during conversations), to opposing benches. It is funny to watch and as he works on his repertoire, the birding seems to be increasing. Same with Stevie who seems to limit his birding to the people he is guarding. Kam has never been low in swag; his hop and skip after his three in front of the Creighton bench last night was hilarious. Kolek during post game pressers has had such matter of fact bravado. He's got nuts, to quote Shaka again.
Any people who attend the games who could add what they see or other members on the board who observe other trends?
Rocket
He is not passing all time greats yet, but definitely passing some of favorite players. He has ways to go to pass a good number of guys, but hope he does. If so, if will be well earned.
Singing Country Roads during free throws against WVU last year is by far the best trash talk he's done.
Quote from: pbiflyer on February 22, 2023, 05:19:34 PM
I am floating the idea to my son Travis how he'd like being called Tyler now. ;D
Did you name your kid Travis cuz of Diener?........I did!
Quote from: Goose on February 22, 2023, 04:25:40 PM
Before his career is over at MU, he will be enemy number one at a lot of road games. One of the first things I noticed about him last year was that he had a real edge about him. Best part, he backs it up with his play. Simply watching opposing fans interact with him will be a show on its own.
Did not know that talk aspect of Koleks game, but just makes him more of a character which MU needs.
He may become a legend at MU but to many BEast opponents coaches he will be compared to that huge prick from Syracuse, Deefendork
Quote from: wadesworld on February 22, 2023, 09:43:48 PM
Singing Country Roads during free throws against WVU last year is by far the best trash talk he's done.
Seeing the WVU fans reaction in-person to that was priceless lol
Quote from: MUUWUWM on February 22, 2023, 09:52:52 PM
Did you name your kid Travis cuz of Diener?........I did!
he was born in 2005.....
Quote from: wadesworld on February 22, 2023, 09:43:48 PM
Singing Country Roads during free throws against WVU last year is by far the best trash talk he's done.
Forgot about that and I was there!
He inspired fans to sing hat on the way out, or so I've been told.
If Kolek plays another two years, I think he will be 24y when he finishes up at MU. That is a big advantage in the college game. He will really be chirping then.
Quote from: Goose on February 23, 2023, 07:16:34 AM
If Kolek plays another two years, I think he will be 24y when he finishes up at MU. That is a big advantage in the college game. He will really be chirping then.
I have my doubts he'll be here then based on how they've recruited
Rico
I agree with that, but funnier things have happened. I hope he is back next season and go from there.
Quote from: MUUWUWM on February 22, 2023, 09:52:52 PM
Did you name your kid Travis cuz of Diener?........I did!
I wonder how many MU kids are named after players.
That's why we named our son Oluoma.
Quote from: Goose on February 23, 2023, 07:34:30 AM
Rico
I agree with that, but funnier things have happened. I hope he is back next season and go from there.
He'll be back next year and jawing with opponents and coaches
Rico
I agree.
Quote from: mu_hilltopper on February 23, 2023, 07:35:34 AM
I wonder how many MU kids are named after players.
That's why we named our son Oluoma.
Named mine Sam but gave him up after three years
Quote from: Galway Eagle on February 23, 2023, 07:48:01 AM
Named mine Sam but gave him up after three years
After he learned how to write a letter.
Quote from: mu_hilltopper on February 23, 2023, 07:35:34 AM
I wonder how many MU kids are named after players.
That's why we named our son Oluoma.
Quote from: Galway Eagle on February 23, 2023, 07:48:01 AM
Named mine Sam but gave him up after three years
Quote from: The Sultan of Semantics on February 23, 2023, 07:48:39 AM
After he learned how to write a letter.
;D ;D ;D Truly made me laugh out loud.
I was on a Zoom call yesterday morning with people affiliated with Midwest Jesuit grade schools and high schools. Before these calls get going, there is always a little bit of bball talk (in addition to all the Jesuit schools, a couple of the people attended a school in south bend, and one was a walk on at Nova). Anyhoo, a lot of compliments yesterday for MU, and Kolek was the universal "hate that guy, wish he was on my team" choice. Love it.
There's no problem with Swagger. I recall fondly some of those Rowsey-Time barrages.
This thread reminds me of a sentimental post of mine from a year ago...
Quote from: pbiflyer on January 28, 2022, 10:17:50 AM
My 16 year old son Travis has a few thoughts on who my favorite MU player is. ;D
Quote from: StillAWarrior on January 28, 2022, 10:55:08 AM
So does my 10-year-old daughter F*^kin'
My wife calls sex with me Wojo. Seems like a good idea, ultimately disappointing.
We rescued a dog we named Joey. Shat all over the house, bit me, ran away.
27 minute Kolek Interview
https://youtu.be/-zJkrxRUIKs
Quote from: tower912 on February 23, 2023, 08:32:55 AM
My wife calls sex with me Wojo. Seems like a good idea, ultimately disappointing.
Traditional and lacking substance.
My cat, Grimm, sets a lot of moving screens while we make our way around the house.
I know there are some people who don't like Barstool, but give this a listen. It's a real good quality interview.
Quote from: GoldenEagles03 on February 23, 2023, 11:04:42 AM
27 minute Kolek Interview
https://youtu.be/-zJkrxRUIKs
Quote from: Skatastrophy on February 23, 2023, 12:43:20 PM
Traditional and lacking substance.
My cat, Grimm, sets a lot of moving screens while we make our way around the house.
Bravo.
Quote from: zcg2013 on February 23, 2023, 02:52:20 PM
I know there are some people who don't like Barstool, but give this a listen. It's a real good quality interview.
Barstool has their controversial stuff but they deliver a lot of good content.
Mark Titus just joined and im really excited for his CBB show. He did a intro show today with Big Cat and PFT where MU was briefly mentioned positively.
But starting champ week he will be doing Monday/Wed/Frid episodes that should be great content with hopefully lot of MU talk if we take care of business.
Quote from: tower912 on February 23, 2023, 08:32:55 AM
My wife calls sex with me Wojo. Seems like a good idea, ultimately disappointing.
So you like to slap the floor?
I lose track of the score.
Quote from: Dr. Blackheart on February 23, 2023, 02:56:32 PM
So you like to slap the floor?
He keeps shouting "Compete! Compete!" during the act.
Better than BLUE!! BLUE!!
Struggles with halftime adjustments.
poor inbounds plays...
Need to take it to the rim with authority
Quote from: mileskishnish72 on February 22, 2023, 04:45:44 PM
Kolek is a possibility to displace the Dream as my favorite MU player.
Miles, I second that emotion re TKO, not to 'replace' the Dream, but to join him...
It has been 30 years, so....
Quote from: ChitownSpaceForRent on February 23, 2023, 04:40:54 PM
Need to take it to the rim with authority
That should be take it to the hole with authority. Even better: Driving it home with a monster dunk.
Quote from: willie warrior on February 23, 2023, 05:49:20 PM
That should be take it to the hole with authority. Even better: Driving it home with a monster dunk.
Didn't want to be that on the nose. Though just now realizing that rim has additional connotations that I didn't intend...
Quote from: GoldenEagles03 on February 23, 2023, 11:04:42 AM
27 minute Kolek Interview
https://youtu.be/-zJkrxRUIKs
Love this interview, particularly the part about him intentionally cultivating the "villain" role :)
Quote from: ChitownSpaceForRent on February 23, 2023, 06:18:37 PM
Didn't want to be that on the nose. Though just now realizing that rim has additional connotations that I didn't intend...
Three second violation takes on a whole new meaning.....
Maybe she's not a fan of the backdoor play ! ! ! 8-)
Quote from: pbiflyer on February 24, 2023, 08:17:54 AM
Three second violation takes on a whole new meaning.....
More of an offensive foul...