Buzz Radio Show...

[NersEllenson]

Was some interesting talk about transfers in NCAA Division 1.  Homer interrupted a few times when I felt some good nuggets were coming from Buzz.  A few highlights:

- 1.6 transfers per year across all NCAA Division 1 Basketball
- Likes to always keep a scholarship open for this reason
- Likes balance in his recruiting class - cited Steve Taylor's class as challenging in the TJ Taylor left in a weird way, and Jamal
- Said Jake is probably playing too many minutes
- Said Todd is in a good "space," right now, and had no problem with Todd's comments on Jamil, though Todd texted Buzz about it, to make sure Buzz wasn't mad - which he wasn't.  Said hash it out with Jamil
- Clearly evident that Buzz plays the guys who can play to the scouting report - gives me the impression a higher value on defense.  Said Jake is very good to this extent, and I imagine Derrick as well.
- Said Luke Fischer was Manna from Heaven
- Interesting comments about Durley - said he called Durley's parents the day after Otule suffered ACL injury, and said would probably in Durley's best interests to look elsewhere, since he'd have both Chris and Devante to play behind now for 2 years, instead of just 1 year with both Ox and Otule on the roster as a result of Chris's medical redshirt.

[Tugg Speedman]

link?

[NersEllenson]

http://www.stationcaster.com/player_skinned.php?s=71&c=766&f=2315923

[JWags85]

- Said Todd is in a good "space," right now, and had no problem with Todd's comments on Jamil, though Todd texted Buzz about it, to make sure Buzz wasn't mad - which he wasn't.  Said hash it out with Jamil

For someone who has been speculated as out for himself and not about the team, I'm happy to hear this self-awareness.  And hopefully its a step towards Todd becoming a leader on this team.

[Marquette Fan in WI]

He also spoke about guys he could relate to in life and on the court, specifically mentioned Juan and JFB.
Said he likes guys who are willing to work hard, but have also had defeat in their lives because they know how to pick themselves up.
I took away that character is of the utmost importance.
One of the better shows IMHO.

[GGGG]

- Clearly evident that Buzz plays the guys who can play to the scouting report - gives me the impression a higher value on defense.  Said Jake is very good to this extent, and I imagine Derrick as well.

Good habits to teach the younger players.

- Said Todd is in a good "space," right now, and had no problem with Todd's comments on Jamil, though Todd texted Buzz about it, to make sure Buzz wasn't mad - which he wasn't.  Said hash it out with Jamil

The more I think about this, the more I like it.  Shows that Todd might be maturing into a leader.  And having a teammate light a fire under Jamil is a good thing.

[Hards Alumni]

Good habits to teach the younger players.


The more I think about this, the more I like it.  Shows that Todd might be maturing into a leader.  And having a teammate light a fire under Jamil is a good thing.

+1

[The Lens]

There are no state secrets with Buzz. 

Interesting how he felt Durley needed real minutes to play by (red shirt) soph season.  As much as we have ragged on his frosh PT.  If you're not playing by soph, you're prob done.  Buzz doesn't have many David Diggs who pop up senior year.

[We R Final Four]

Agree on Homer Ners. He interrupts and talks over co-hosts, callers, and guests alike. Homer is so high strung that I believe he has no idea that he is doing it.

[Hards Alumni]

Agree on Homer Ners. He interrupts and talks over co-hosts, callers, and guests alike. Homer is so high strung that I believe he has no idea that he is doing it.

Its true, but that is part of his job.  He is supposed to steer the conversation towards the average listener's attention.  I was extremely interested in the APR tangent that Buzz was trying to go into, but I can understand that there are many listeners who don't have that sort of interest in workings of the transfer system.

Anyone who has time should listen to the clip that is linked.  Buzz is extremely candid.

[NersEllenson]

Agree on Homer Ners. He interrupts and talks over co-hosts, callers, and guests alike. Homer is so high strung that I believe he has no idea that he is doing it.

To Homer's defense, though, Buzz can get long winded - and it seemed Homer was really trying to shape the conversation on transfers and perceptions of transfers.  Yet, with Buzz, there is rarely anything that isn't a good soundbite, and many times some of his best stuff is when he goes off on tangents.  But yes, there were a few times in this one where Homer jumped in, where I was really hoping he'd let Buzz talk.

Buzz was about ready to relate - I think - how he used to approach girls way back in the day...which would have been I'm sure, entertaining to hear.

[bilsu]

Good habits to teach the younger players.


The more I think about this, the more I like it.  Shows that Todd might be maturing into a leader.  And having a teammate light a fire under Jamil is a good thing.

Hopefully this turns out good, but there is a fine line between being a leader and a team chemistry disruptor.

[GGGG]

Agreed, although if his first thought is to apologize to Buzz for it, I think he might realize where that line might be.

[MerrittsMustache]

To Homer's defense, though, Buzz can get long winded - and it seemed Homer was really trying to shape the conversation on transfers and perceptions of transfers.  Yet, with Buzz, there is rarely anything that isn't a good soundbite, and many times some of his best stuff is when he goes off on tangents.  But yes, there were a few times in this one where Homer jumped in, where I was really hoping he'd let Buzz talk.

Buzz was about ready to relate - I think - how he used to approach girls way back in the day...which would have been I'm sure, entertaining to hear.

I'd make it appointment listening if the show was just Buzz talking for 45 straight minutes about whatever popped into his head.

[jesmu84]

Buzz was about ready to relate - I think - how he used to approach girls way back in the day...which would have been I'm sure, entertaining to hear.

I desperately want to read a Buzz (auto)biography

[Tugg Speedman]

Far and away the most interesting Buzz interview in a long time.

Based on his comments about Steve Taylor's Sophomore class (Taylor is the only Soph) I wonder if this means he looking at transfers/Jucos to balance that class.

[TSmith34, Inc.]

Thanks Ners, good info

[GGGG]

Far and away the most interesting Buzz interview in a long time.

Based on his comments about Steve Taylor's Sophomore class (Taylor is the only Soph) I wonder if this means he looking at transfers/Jucos to balance that class.

I doubt he is looking at a Juco.  They would come in next year and we are already over-scholarship by one.

[4th and State]

I doubt he is looking at a Juco.  They would come in next year and we are already over-scholarship by one.

I'm sure Buzz is keeping tabs on guys/prepared for anything.  1.6 average transfers per team.  Could be no one leaves, could be 3 decide to leave...you just don't know. ABR.

[MU72491]

What did Todd say about Wilson?

[GGGG]

I'm sure Buzz is keeping tabs on guys/prepared for anything.  1.6 average transfers per team.  Could be no one leaves, could be 3 decide to leave...you just don't know. ABR.

Yes.  Never stop recruiting.  But I doubt that means that he is looking at a Juco specifically to "balance out the class."

[jsglow]

One thing I think we're forgetting here is that Luke's parents are footing the bill for this semester as Buzz confirmed he had zero available schollys. I gather this was a well discussed family decision about the right fit going forward.  I sincerely hope he remains happy.  Early indications from his presser is that he feels right at home.  And it really seems that he's more than prepared to work hard this next year.  Buzz said something about practice, weights, and then an individual workout for Luke both Monday and Wednesday.

[chapman]

Yes.  Never stop recruiting.  But I doubt that means that he is looking at a Juco specifically to "balance out the class."

Agree.  The whole balancing idea has little value to begin with.  Just when you manage to do it for to get little more than making it look cute - Jenga.  Just avoid pulling a Norm Roberts and having 10 in one class and it's all good.

[Benny B]

What did Todd say about Wilson?

See http://www.muscoop.com/index.php?topic=41438.0

[CTWarrior]

I desperately want to read a Buzz (auto)biography

I wouldn't want to read an autobiography by Buzz.  Can you imagine 600 pages of Buzz stream of conciousness, with commas and periods thrown in at random, irregular intervals?  I'd definitely be up for a biography, though.