I would be shocked if we got Vander Blue

[Murffieus]

I don't know know where Blue ends up----but I think he has some Brett Favre in him in that he likes all the attention out of his "will he or won't he". But I also understand that it's quite possible he doesn't end up in Div 1 next year pending his academic qualifications.

[{Juggernaut}]

Umm why are we talking about his academic qualifications... you don't know how he stands or his GPA.  You are just making assumptions that that are none of your business.
On top of that vander has done nothing to warrant that type of criticism about him acting like brett favre.  He has not put himself out there into the spot light.  He hasn't made a spectacle out of this situation.  quit being a snake and putting this 17 year old kid down.

[tower912]

Vanderr's 'academic issues' was a creation of a Badger sportswriter in Bo's pocket.  I hope we get  him.  Just because I have a hunch doesn't mean I wouldn't love to be wrong.  It would be a coup and his game and Buzz' style would be a good match.   And Murf, if you wish to dis him, make sure you do it on the Badger boards, since he has said previously he actually reads on-line comments about him. 

[GOMU1104]

Murf, you have no idea what is going on in his head...so don't make assumptions.

[muarmy81]

Has Blue indicated when he'll make his decision?  Will it be during the Fall signing period?

[GOMU1104]

Has Blue indicated when he'll make his decision?  Will it be during the Fall signing period?

Wants to have everything done by the start of the HS season. He took the ACT today.

[Daniel]

Well, I hope that Blue has done well on the ACT for his own sake.  He would be a great get at Marquette, and a great fit that would benefit him and Marquette.  I really think he would excel here, and would better and better at b-ball while getting a great education.

[Murffieus]

Vanderr's 'academic issues' was a creation of a Badger sportswriter in Bo's pocket.  I hope we get  him.  Just because I have a hunch doesn't mean I wouldn't love to be wrong.  It would be a coup and his game and Buzz' style would be a good match.   And Murf, if you wish to dis him, make sure you do it on the Badger boards, since he has said previously he actually reads on-line comments about him. 

They say Brett Favre watches ESPN to hear comments on his mind games too.

[GOMU1104]

They say Brett Favre watches ESPN to hear comments on his mind games too.

Based on your posts, I would say YOU are the one that likes all of the attention.

[ChicosBailBonds]

I think we get him.  MU seems to always get very solid guards, especially in the last 25 years, we've been a guard machine.

[Boone]

chicos, what brought about the about-face? Didn't you post recently that you thought bucky would get him? Not calling you on it, just curious about the change of opinion.

[ChicosBailBonds]

chicos, what brought about the about-face? Didn't you post recently that you thought bucky would get him? Not calling you on it, just curious about the change of opinion.

It's Buzz, Buzz.     

I have no idea where he's going but if you would ask me why the change, maybe it's the arrests in Madison.  Not sure, just have a feeling if he stays in state this is where he goes.  If not in state, Arizona.  MU has always landed very good guards going back decades.

[augoman]

I think if I were Blue, the arrests at UW-Madison would reignite my interest in them..., as the loss of two guards would seem to provide for a better opportunity for him.  ?

[GOMU1104]

I think if I were Blue, the arrests at UW-Madison would reignite my interest in them..., as the loss of two guards would seem to provide for a better opportunity for him.  ?

Neither of those guards were going to take PT away from Blue.

[ChicosBailBonds]

I think if I were Blue, the arrests at UW-Madison would reignite my interest in them..., as the loss of two guards would seem to provide for a better opportunity for him.  ?

I don't think so, one was a walk-on and the other is far below his ability.  Blue will get his playing time no matter what.  I look at it as it gives him another reason (excuse) for cover from the locals who will go nuts if he doesn't go there.

[Daniel]

I just feel the arrests will have little to nothing to do with Blue's decision.  Still praying he wants to be here at MU

[Murffieus]

Based on your posts, I would say YOU are the one that likes all of the attention.

Look-----I've paid my dues.

Very seldom to I start a thread-----but I have things to say to people who do start threads.

[avid1010]

They say Brett Favre watches ESPN to hear comments on his mind games too.

They say you're crazy...

[Lennys Tap]

I don't know know where Blue ends up----but I think he has some Brett Favre in him in that he likes all the attention out of his "will he or won't he". But I also understand that it's quite possible he doesn't end up in Div 1 next year pending his academic qualifications.

By all reports Vander was pushed towards Wisconsin by his Mom and most of those close to him in his community. Originally he acquiesced, as most 16 year old kids will do. He's grown up a bit and is no longer sure UW is the best fit for him. Instead of applauding the courage and maturity required to say no to all those pressuring him you draw some idiotic Favre comparison. And for good measure you toss in mean spirited innuendo about his academic credentials. If I didn't know better I'd think you were a Badger booster.

[Murffieus]

By all reports Vander was pushed towards Wisconsin by his Mom and most of those close to him in his community. Originally he acquiesced, as most 16 year old kids will do. He's grown up a bit and is no longer sure UW is the best fit for him. Instead of applauding the courage and maturity required to say no to all those pressuring him you draw some idiotic Favre comparison. And for good measure you toss in mean spirited innuendo about his academic credentials. If I didn't know better I'd think you were a Badger booster.

I'm just going by what I read on the boards and connect the dots. He likes to read the mesage boards-----by changing his mind he draws attention to himself-----wears our t-shirt in public in Madison to stir the water---and he has some classroom problems-----that's what I read.

Having said that, I would love to have him at MU as I think he's a tremendous talent-----like D Wade or Devin Harris talent.

[Nukem2]

I'm just going by what I read on the boards and connect the dots. He likes to read the mesage boards-----by changing his mind he draws attention to himself-----wears our t-shirt in public in Madison to stir the water---and he has some classroom problems-----that's what I read.

Having said that, I would love to have him at MU as I think he's a tremendous talent-----like D Wade or Devin Harris talent.

Actually, Murff, if you read these various boards, the only thing that is certain is that nothing is for sure on any side of the topic.  As far as academics, you and I and the rest of the posters on these boards have no clue.  All hearsay from Rob Shultz(sp?).

[GGGG]

Having said that, I would love to have him at MU as I think he's a tremendous talent-----like D Wade or Devin Harris talent.

I just want him to make a decision so I don't have to read any more hyperbole like this.

[Murffieus]

Actually, Murff, if you read these various boards, the only thing that is certain is that nothing is for sure on any side of the topic.  As far as academics, you and I and the rest of the posters on these boards have no clue.  All hearsay from Rob Shultz(sp?).

I'm not saying he's a dummy or anything like that-----but I understand he hasn't put the time in on the books up to this point as he should have-----happens a lot to HS athletes!

[Murffieus]

I just want him to make a decision so I don't have to read any more hyperbole like this.

Sultan-----hyperbole you say-----but I submitt to you on the basis of what I've seen that Blue is as good as either
Wade or Harris coming out of HS-----the  experts think so as well as neither Wade or Harris were anywhere near as highly ranked as Blue is currently!

[GGGG]

Sultan-----hyperbole you say-----but I submitt to you on the basis of what I've seen that Blue is as good as either
Wade or Harris coming out of HS-----the  experts think so as well as neither Wade or Harris were anywhere near as highly ranked as Blue is currently!

Just because the experts underrated both Wade and Harris, doesn't mean that Blue is underrated as well.  I just think it is silly to compare him to two NBA all-stars before he has even played his senior year of high school.