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MUScoop => Hangin' at the Al => Topic started by: VegasWarrior77 on March 25, 2015, 08:30:46 PM
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TJ Kelley @scoopIPS 10m10 minutes ago
Pitt, Auburn, and Marquette offered 2015 Mike Edwards (Westland John Glenn, MI.) today after watching him workout.
Evan Daniels @EvanDaniels 1h1 hour ago Kentucky, USA
Mark Fox, Mike Anderson, Bruce Weber, Jamie Dixon, Steve Wojo, Derek Kellogg & Tim Miles watched 2015 6-9 big man Michael Edwards today
Looks like a 3-star whose stock is rising.
http://www.detroitnews.com/story/sports/high-school/2015/03/12/recruiting-john-glenns-mike-edwards-a-rising-star/70238056/
Recruiting: John Glenn's Mike Edwards a rising star
Westland – Mike Edwards has been one of the most improved players in the state, a reason Westland John Glenn has a shot at earning its first district title since 1994 when it plays host to Romulus Friday night.
Edwards, a 6-foot-10 senior, averaged 4 points and 4 rebounds a year ago, then put in a lot of hard work during the offseason to prepare for his senior year.
The hard work has paid off with Edwards being a dominant force inside, averaging 22 points, 12 rebounds and 3 blocks while shooting over 60 percent from the field.
"He only had one offer, from Akron, heading into his senior year, then received another one from Detroit in September," said John Glenn coach Rod Watts of Edwards. "We put in a lot of time with Mike and he's worked hard and learned to love the game instead of just like it. He found out it's a vehicle to get him to the next level and maybe one day get paid for playing."
Edwards, whose father by the same name played football for Michigan State in the late 1980s, has now received multiple offers, including some from SEC and Big Ten schools.
"Georgia's head coach (Mark Fox) watched him play Thursday (March 5), then sent his assistant to Monday's (Class A district opener) game and that's when they offered," Watts said. "Nebraska's assistant (Jim Molinari) was at Monday's game, too."
Edwards has offers from Georgia, Boston College, Eastern Michigan, Detroit, Cleveland State and Loyola-Marymount, and is being looked at by such schools as Michigan, Nebraska, Oklahoma, Iowa, Arkansas, Butler, UTEP and SMU.
Edwards said he has put on weight, which has helped him bang away inside, going from 207 to 217 pounds and counting.
"I'm putting on weight and I feel stronger," said Edwards, who had 8 points, 15 rebounds and 7 blocks Wednesday in a 56-53 Class A district semifinal win over Wayne Memorial. "I've feel I've made my biggest improvement in finishing around the basket and defending in the paint. I still need to work on my favorite move, the hook shot."
Edwards will need to be at this best for John Glenn to top a 16-5 Romulus team led by 6-2 standout guard Jaylin Walker, who is averaging 24 points and 6 rebounds and headed for Kent State.
Edwards will be matched up against 6-7, 280-pound Rio Washington and will need to display his shot-blocking ability against Romulus junior point guard D'Angelo Hansbro, who can get to the basket.
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If Beilein offers he's a Wolverine
http://www.freep.com/story/sports/college/university-michigan/wolverines/2015/03/24/michigan-basketball-mike-edwards/70379040/
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Marquette offered 2015 big man from Westland John Glenn today in Michigan
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Sorry,didn't see previous thread
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In Wojo we trust!
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Love to see coach Wojo load his team up with big dominant players.
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I absolutely agree on loading up with true big men. Something we've lacked for years - at least consistently.
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Lots of good schools after him now - including Michigan. If Wojo and his staff sign him it would be unreal!
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Does this offer mean we're outta consideration for Diamond? Wojo probably gave Stone an ultimatum to chit or get off the pot, hey?
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Does this offer mean we're outta consideration for Diamond? Probably gave Stone an ultimatum to chit or get off the pot, hey?
With Luke, Matt, Henry, and this dude, who needs him.
We'd have 20 fouls to give each game in the middle.
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Ring out shots, indeed!
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I just watched his highlights from the past few games and WOW am I impressed. This kid can play. I don't know how he fell under the radar so long, he must have taken a while to grow into his body. I think he would be a great compliment alongside the bigs that we already have signed. He is definitely a more aggressive player. He just goes out there and attacks. When he gets the ball he looks to attack the rim, on D he attacks the ball for blocked shots, and on both ends of the court he attacks rebounds. Also, hes a player that doesn't demand touches to get the points. He would be a great compliment to Luke especially. I would compare him a lot with Jameel McKay who we all know has had a great year at ISU. This kid is a great athlete with a great motor.
I just think that if Michigan offers he'll end up there from what I've read. Go get 'em Wojo
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The one position I think we could use a freshman in is the post. Not saying Ellenson will go pro, but you have to prepare for it. Edwards could fill a need.
Sic 'em Wojo
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The one position I think we could use a freshman in is the post. Not saying Ellenson will go pro, but you have to prepare for it. Edwards could fill a need.
Sic 'em Wojo
Looks like the Aggies got a heck of a class coming in. Cleaning up in Texas. Might finish the job against EwwwwKaaaay next year.
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All of these videos are recent and only about 2mins each, I would highly suggest watching them all. Let me know what you think
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i5iIJ7dWvzM
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cPsbZ04Bykg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ymncSOwxjr4
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vyA3Bnmc8Hc
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All of these videos are recent and only about 2mins each, I would highly suggest watching them all. Let me know what you think
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i5iIJ7dWvzM
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cPsbZ04Bykg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ymncSOwxjr4
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vyA3Bnmc8Hc
The guys he's playing against in the first video look like the basketball version of The Bad News Bears.
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WOW......unbelievable to think this kid has been that far under the radar for that long.....
His left hand is non-existent but other than that he looks like a fantastic prospect.
If Wojo can pull THIS off, that would be crazy.
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The guys he's playing against in the first video look like the basketball version of The Bad News Bears.
Good competition in all of the other videos though
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All of these videos are recent and only about 2mins each, I would highly suggest watching them all. Let me know what you think
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i5iIJ7dWvzM
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cPsbZ04Bykg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ymncSOwxjr4
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vyA3Bnmc8Hc
Besides the last video it looks like he has a foot on about everyone. What I did notice is he has good agility and handles for his size. He was really good on the fast break and good get to the basket and finish. He also could guard the perimeter and had some nice blocked shots. He looks more like a 4 to me, but I'm fairly impressed.
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WOW......unbelievable to think this kid has been that far under the radar for that long.....
His left hand is non-existent but other than that he looks like a fantastic prospect.
If Wojo can pull THIS off, that would be crazy.
I love that even in the few instances where he drives hard to the left, he still manages to put it up with the right. Excellent length as well, really knows how to use his wingspan to corral the ball on rebounds. Looks like a solid prospect.
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I'm impressed with how well he gets up and down the floor. He's not a lumbering 6'10" stiff. Reel him in Wojo....
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I'm impressed with how well he gets up and down the floor. He's not a lumbering 6'10" stiff. Reel him in Wojo....
He really does run the floor well. Dribbles a bit too much, but that could be fixed.
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So do you guys think he's a 4 at the next level? Would a guy like this back up Henry? How is his skill set different than Matt's or are they interchangeable?
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So do you guys think he's a 4 at the next level? Would a guy like this back up Henry? How is his skill set different than Matt's or are they interchangeable?
Could he be a stretch 5 like Kaminsky? Not saying he's as good or will be as good, simply asking if he's that type of a 5.
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Could he be a stretch 5 like Kaminsky? Not saying he's as good or will be as good, simply asking if he's that type of a 5.
Reminds me of Montrezl Harrell. High-motor kind of guy.
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So do you guys think he's a 4 at the next level? Would a guy like this back up Henry? How is his skill set different than Matt's or are they interchangeable?
Thoughts based on a few minutes of video...
Edwards: I think he's definitely a 5. Runs the floor well, but his strength is all down low. At a quick glance, I think he has a bigger wingspan than Matt and uses it really well when it comes to pulling in rebounds and blocking shots. Despite being able to move well, his lack of a jumper just doesn't translate to playing the 4 at this level.
Heldt: Matt can hit the midrange and even extend out to three. I could see him developing into one of those classic Bo Ryan-type bigs that have frustrated us so much over the years. Not as quick or athletic as Edwards.
Heldt has said in the past he would be open to a redshirt under the right circumstances, this might be it. Edwards looks like his body is a bit more college-ready than Heldt, though he needs to add bulk.
Long term, they might be able to co-exist in the right system. Heldt being the face-up 4, Edwards being the true 5 down low, giving a lot of length and rebounding on defense.
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Could he be a stretch 5 like Kaminsky? Not saying he's as good or will be as good, simply asking if he's that type of a 5.
If you're talking about Matt, I do think he could be that type of player. The Kaminsky, Berggren, Leuer type that gives so many teams matchup problems.
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I am intrigued...
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With Steve leaving a year early, we need another big for next year. What would be better than replacing him with someone who will potentially be around for four years?
Xavier always seems to have at least four bigs on their roster.
Hopefully, having a HC who has experience handling bigs at Duke and USA Basketball will be a big advantage.
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Jerry Meyer @jerrymeyer247 24m24 minutes ago
Michael Edwards is the biggest late bloomer recruiting story of the spring. http://bit.ly/1OzzRS0
Four new offers for Michael Edwards
Jerry Meyer - 13 hours ago 1
There is no hotter prospect than Michael Edwards. The late bloomer from Westland (Mich.) John Glenn High School picked up four offers today per numerous reports.
Auburn, Marquette, Pittsburgh and SMU offered the 6-10 center.
Georgia, Kansas State and Nebraska have also recently offered Edwards.
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Jerry Meyer @jerrymeyer247 24m24 minutes ago
Michael Edwards is the biggest late bloomer recruiting story of the spring. http://bit.ly/1OzzRS0
Four new offers for Michael Edwards
Jerry Meyer - 13 hours ago 1
There is no hotter prospect than Michael Edwards. The late bloomer from Westland (Mich.) John Glenn High School picked up four offers today per numerous reports.
Auburn, Marquette, Pittsburgh and SMU offered the 6-10 center.
Georgia, Kansas State and Nebraska have also recently offered Edwards.
Among those seven, I like our chances. I've got a feeling this ain't the end though.
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Duke and UCLA reportedly showing interest.
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Does anyone know when Edwards will decide/committ?
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Does anyone know when Edwards will decide/committ?
Nothing public yet. My guess is Edwards himself probably doesn't even know. With the late interest he is garnering, I can easily see him holding off to maximize the possible offers he gets. The signing period opens again on April 15 and closes May 20, so I would say conservatively we should know in the next 2 months.
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Meyer has him going to MI as of noon today
24/7sports
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Based on everything I've read here, I'm confident enough to proclaim ...
Done deal!
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MI or MU?
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MI or MU?
Michigan
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Michigan
I work with a guy who is in the know on Michigan recruiting. He thinks Edwards to Michigan is just a matter of time.
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Definitely shows numerous basketball skills. Would like to see what he can do when guarded.
Didn't see any good defensive play against him so it's kinda hard to judge.
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Darn. Was getting excited about him joining us. If he's gone to MI Lee's dissolve the thread.
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Meyer has him going to MI as of noon today
24/7sports
Maybe he is confused and is thinking of Marquette MI.
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That last video...doesn't it look like he's ice skating all over the place?
He does shoot the ball low however and appears to really lack the coordination skills of a 4-5*.
But he is one of those bigs who will probably be a stud junior/senior.
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Eric Bossi @ebosshoops 13m13 minutes ago
Often times, bigs around this late get over recruited simply because they’re big. Mike Edwards looks to be a legitimate late bloomer.
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Darn. Was getting excited about him joining us. If he's gone to MI Lee's dissolve the thread.
Yogi.....It an over....
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Duke and UCLA reportedly showing interest.
I'm sure that Coach K is just making contact to talk up Wojo.
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Darn. Was getting excited about him joining us. If he's gone to MI Lee's dissolve the thread.
At least we still have a chance at Stone!
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I'm sure that Coach K is just making contact to talk up Wojo.
That and doing some fishing, duh.
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Obligatory "this will be a true test for whether Wojo will ever be a good recruiter as this is the most important recruit he will get so far" post.
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Nm
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Georgia
So he can get blown up and posterized by UK cats every season?
How fun!
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247 said Georgia, and now it says "uncommitted." Looks like he is visiting georgia
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247 said Georgia, and now it says "uncommitted." Looks like he is visiting georgia
Georgia has a lot of playing time to offer, and last year they got the Gatorade Player of the Year from Michigan, Yante Maten, another big who was a late riser.
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The Michigan Wolverines have landed a commitment from international prospect Moritz Wagner, he announced Sunday.
Wagner is Michigan's first commitment for the 2015 class, but the Wolverines have no scholarships remaining. Max Bielfeldt is a redshirt junior who could go elsewhere for his final season, but Beilein has no seniors on the roster.
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The Michigan Wolverines have landed a commitment from international prospect Moritz Wagner, he announced Sunday.
Wagner is Michigan's first commitment for the 2015 class, but the Wolverines have no scholarships remaining. Max Bielfeldt is a redshirt junior who could go elsewhere for his final season, but Beilein has no seniors on the roster.
Can only be good news for our shot at Edwards
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Hope so!
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Can only be good news for our shot at Edwards
Also for Shonn Miller as well!!
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What a dream team it would be to have shot blockers and shot makers!
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Michael Edwards taking an official visit to Nebraska this weekend.
2 official visits left. Wants to decide by May 1st
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Michael Edwards taking an official visit to Nebraska this weekend.
2 official visits left. Wants to decide by May 1st
Where else has he visited?
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KEVON LOONEY HEADED TO NBA ACCORDING TO UCLA SOURCES.
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Where else has he visited?
Georgia.
KEVON LOONEY HEADED TO NBA ACCORDING TO UCLA SOURCES.
So? Nothing to do with this thread.
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Didn't know what header it could belong to
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KEVON LOONEY HEADED TO NBA ACCORDING TO UCLA SOURCES.
NO WAY!
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KEVON LOONEY HEADED TO NBA ACCORDING TO UCLA SOURCES.
Old news. Check out 4ever for all #5 info.
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NO WAY!
Superbar
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Superbar
Right. There was no reason for him to post that in this thread.
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Old news. Check out 4ever for all #5 info.
How many cavities does that cat have?
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Does anyone know if we have chance to get Edwards? Will he visit Marquette?
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Does anyone know if we have chance to get Edwards? Will he visit Marquette?
If he escapes Nebraska and Michigan doesn't have two scholarships open up all of the sudden, I think he will give us a visit.
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I think Wojo would do a nice job coaching this kid . The thing I like is he is playing against good athletes in the Detroit area. You can see from the video that he is not a stiff so there is a lot to work with. Finally, you can't teach height.
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I think Wojo would do a nice job coaching this kid . The thing I like is he is playing against good athletes in the Detroit area. You can see from the video that he is not a stiff so there is a lot to work with. Finally, you can't teach height.
If he wants to be all he can be, I think Wojo gets him. If he wants playing time, he'll go Georgia.
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Committed to Georgia.
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Committed to Georgia.
Good thing I didn't change my screen name to PakunEdwards.
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Good thing I didn't change my screen name to PakunEdwards.
You're admitting you couldn't have carried the day?
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Committed to Georgia.
When do we start sending tweets out about how stupid he is and couldn't get in to our school academically?
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"It was just the best fit for me," Edwards told UGASports. "I spent like seven hours deciding with my coach and my family today. It was crazy. I just did a pros and cons list and it came out for Georgia."
At the end of the day, Edwards said more than anything else, his heart was with the Bulldogs.
"It was really more of a gut feeling with Georgia," Edwards said. "I think the opportunity to get to the next level from there and being able to play right away put them over the top."
- See more at: https://marquette.rivals.com/content.asp?CID=1756795#sthash.VkDRb08k.dpuf
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"It was just the best fit for me," Edwards told UGASports. "I spent like seven hours deciding with my coach and my family today. It was crazy. I just did a pros and cons list and it came out for Georgia."
At the end of the day, Edwards said more than anything else, his heart was with the Bulldogs.
"It was really more of a gut feeling with Georgia," Edwards said. "I think the opportunity to get to the next level from there and being able to play right away put them over the top but behind Kentucky."
- See more at: https://marquette.rivals.com/content.asp?CID=1756795#sthash.VkDRb08k.dpuf
Fixed.
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Committed to Georgia.
But wait...Wojo always gets the guy he wants. Guess we cooled on him. Bigger fish to fry?
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When do we start sending tweets out about how stupid he is and couldn't get in to our school academically?
Lol we almost made it without a Badger reference
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But wait...Wojo always gets the guy he wants. Guess we cooled on him. Bigger fish to fry?
Yes.
But Wojo wanted him. Just wasn't necessarily someone he was going "all in" for. Would've loved to have had him, but yes, there are bigger fish to fry.
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Yes.
But Wojo wanted him. Just wasn't necessarily someone he was going "all in" for. Would've loved to have had him, but yes, there are bigger fish to fry.
And the reality is while Wojo has been wildly successful on the recruiting trail, no one wins them all. We have am experienced center and two 6'10" players in this class. Georgia has no true centers with experience. This feels a bit like Traci Carter in reverse. Edwards wants to play and wants a chance to shine immediately, and someone else has more minutes than we do.
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And the reality is while Wojo has been wildly successful on the recruiting trail, no one wins them all. We have am experienced center and two 6'10" players in this class. Georgia has no true centers with experience. This feels a bit like Traci Carter in reverse. Edwards wants to play and wants a chance to shine immediately, and someone else has more minutes than we do.
+1
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And the reality is while Wojo has been wildly successful on the recruiting trail, no one wins them all. We have am experienced center and two 6'10" players in this class. Georgia has no true centers with experience. This feels a bit like Traci Carter in reverse. Edwards wants to play and wants a chance to shine immediately, and someone else has more minutes than we do.
Exactly. Good luck Mike.