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Dominic Cheek; Interested in IU
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BTown11 Aug 21 2008, 08:59 PM Post #1
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Per Inside the Hall:

http://www.insidethehall.com/

Looks like a talented young guy, and would be a great addition to the class of 09. Plus, who could reject a guy who played for the PLAYAZ basketball club? :blink:
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It would be nice if he was a 5-star big man, but you can't argue with his talent. I'd definitely be ecstatic if we managed to pick him up. Not sure where the whole scholarship situation is at though...
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Hmmmmm..... looks like we are getting to the bottom of the McLeod hiring already.
“He’s always been a guy — maybe to a fault — he would always try to do what I said. That seems like something simple in coaching, but those are the guys I hang my hat on. We’ve had some guys in our program, we had a couple guys that felt I had a bias towards E’Twaun Moore. And they were right — I do have a bias towards E’Twaun Moore. I like guys that go to class, that are academic All-Americans, that come early, that stay late, that love the game of basketball. I am biased towards those guys. And I’m biased towards Rob Hummel. But I’m also biased towards their habits, their work ethic, and how they carry themselves."

"I’d take him to the ends of the earth — I’d want him playing for me.” - Bo Ryan on Robbie Hummel

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Another 6'5 guard, I'll take that.

Yes, we could use more talented bigs, but 2009 isn't flourished with them. I think Crean knows what he's doing, and also realizes we need some talented bigs. I expect our 2010 class to pick up a couple high-up bigs.

But another 6'5 guard gives us so much balance at guard, we could easily be another 2006 Villanova x2 .. Especially if Cheek beefs up. I think we'll have the 6'5 guards playing 3 quite often, we almost don't have a choice. But wow, this would be a great pick up, I hope ITH got this info from a somewhat truthful source.
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Another 6'5 guard, I'll take that.

Yes, we could use more talented bigs, but 2009 isn't flourished with them. I think Crean knows what he's doing, and also realizes we need some talented bigs. I expect our 2010 class to pick up a couple high-up bigs.

But another 6'5 guard gives us so much balance at guard, we could easily be another 2006 Villanova x2 .. Especially if Cheek beefs up. I think we'll have the 6'5 guards playing 3 quite often, we almost don't have a choice. But wow, this would be a great pick up, I hope ITH got this info from a somewhat truthful source.
Not anywhere near a done deal that he is going to IU. Definitely a chance, but lots of work to do.

Also, you guys only have 3 rides for 2010 right now, if you add anymore, that class will go away. Also, any transfers will probably get a scholly taken away from the APR. Plus, the NCAA still hasn't decided.

Pretty much, whoever signs is who is going to be on the team for at least the next three seasons. Not a bad thing, but there isn't much flexibility.
“He’s always been a guy — maybe to a fault — he would always try to do what I said. That seems like something simple in coaching, but those are the guys I hang my hat on. We’ve had some guys in our program, we had a couple guys that felt I had a bias towards E’Twaun Moore. And they were right — I do have a bias towards E’Twaun Moore. I like guys that go to class, that are academic All-Americans, that come early, that stay late, that love the game of basketball. I am biased towards those guys. And I’m biased towards Rob Hummel. But I’m also biased towards their habits, their work ethic, and how they carry themselves."

"I’d take him to the ends of the earth — I’d want him playing for me.” - Bo Ryan on Robbie Hummel

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Another 6'5 guard, I'll take that.

Yes, we could use more talented bigs, but 2009 isn't flourished with them. I think Crean knows what he's doing, and also realizes we need some talented bigs. I expect our 2010 class to pick up a couple high-up bigs.

But another 6'5 guard gives us so much balance at guard, we could easily be another 2006 Villanova x2 .. Especially if Cheek beefs up. I think we'll have the 6'5 guards playing 3 quite often, we almost don't have a choice. But wow, this would be a great pick up, I hope ITH got this info from a somewhat truthful source.
Not anywhere near a done deal that he is going to IU. Definitely a chance, but lots of work to do.

Also, you guys only have 3 rides for 2010 right now, if you add anymore, that class will go away. Also, any transfers will probably get a scholly taken away from the APR. Plus, the NCAA still hasn't decided.

Pretty much, whoever signs is who is going to be on the team for at least the next three seasons. Not a bad thing, but there isn't much flexibility.
That's why I think Crean will get some quality pick-ups.

We have a solid class right now, but because of the shortness of schollys and the NCAA's bitchasses, we could use some big time talent to reassure a successful turnaround.

i.e. I think we'll get at least another 2 4 star range guy.. not that rankings mean A LOT.. but I do believe with the new coaching hire the guys will be looking for some talent that looks "great on paper" if you will. With good coaching, usually they turn out right on the court. I'm biased for Crean of course, and I have no doubt that he can coach them to their potential.

Only time will tell.
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I'd taken him but I really want Franklin or Watford.
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Another 6'5 guard, I'll take that.

Yes, we could use more talented bigs, but 2009 isn't flourished with them. I think Crean knows what he's doing, and also realizes we need some talented bigs. I expect our 2010 class to pick up a couple high-up bigs.

But another 6'5 guard gives us so much balance at guard, we could easily be another 2006 Villanova x2 .. Especially if Cheek beefs up. I think we'll have the 6'5 guards playing 3 quite often, we almost don't have a choice. But wow, this would be a great pick up, I hope ITH got this info from a somewhat truthful source.
Not anywhere near a done deal that he is going to IU. Definitely a chance, but lots of work to do.

Also, you guys only have 3 rides for 2010 right now, if you add anymore, that class will go away. Also, any transfers will probably get a scholly taken away from the APR. Plus, the NCAA still hasn't decided.

Pretty much, whoever signs is who is going to be on the team for at least the next three seasons. Not a bad thing, but there isn't much flexibility.
That's why I think Crean will get some quality pick-ups.

We have a solid class right now, but because of the shortness of schollys and the NCAA's bitchasses, we could use some big time talent to reassure a successful turnaround.

i.e. I think we'll get at least another 2 4 star range guy.. not that rankings mean A LOT.. but I do believe with the new coaching hire the guys will be looking for some talent that looks "great on paper" if you will. With good coaching, usually they turn out right on the court. I'm biased for Crean of course, and I have no doubt that he can coach them to their potential.

Only time will tell.
Just because you could use it doesn't mean it's going to happen. The sooner the '09 guys and NCAA decides, the better because Crean is already pretty far behind in 2010. Seems to me that Crean is just trying to get schollies filled before the NCAA can take them away and so he can get the guys in and learn the system. Unfortunately, thats going to limit the amount of players you guys can take in some pretty loaded Indiana classes of 2010 and 2011.
“He’s always been a guy — maybe to a fault — he would always try to do what I said. That seems like something simple in coaching, but those are the guys I hang my hat on. We’ve had some guys in our program, we had a couple guys that felt I had a bias towards E’Twaun Moore. And they were right — I do have a bias towards E’Twaun Moore. I like guys that go to class, that are academic All-Americans, that come early, that stay late, that love the game of basketball. I am biased towards those guys. And I’m biased towards Rob Hummel. But I’m also biased towards their habits, their work ethic, and how they carry themselves."

"I’d take him to the ends of the earth — I’d want him playing for me.” - Bo Ryan on Robbie Hummel

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I'd taken him but I really want Franklin or Watford.
I'd take a team full of Franklins.
“He’s always been a guy — maybe to a fault — he would always try to do what I said. That seems like something simple in coaching, but those are the guys I hang my hat on. We’ve had some guys in our program, we had a couple guys that felt I had a bias towards E’Twaun Moore. And they were right — I do have a bias towards E’Twaun Moore. I like guys that go to class, that are academic All-Americans, that come early, that stay late, that love the game of basketball. I am biased towards those guys. And I’m biased towards Rob Hummel. But I’m also biased towards their habits, their work ethic, and how they carry themselves."

"I’d take him to the ends of the earth — I’d want him playing for me.” - Bo Ryan on Robbie Hummel

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I would definitely love adding Cheek to our class. The dude is an incredible team-first type with great passing, awareness and the ability to put up good numbers.

"He was selected to the U.S. Under-18 Junior National Team and helped them to win the silver medal in Argentina in early July. He was the primary outside shooter for Team USA in those games. To analyze Cheek's game one can picture a Tayshaun Prince with better all around skills as a rising high school senior."
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Another 6'5 guard, I'll take that.

Yes, we could use more talented bigs, but 2009 isn't flourished with them. I think Crean knows what he's doing, and also realizes we need some talented bigs. I expect our 2010 class to pick up a couple high-up bigs.

But another 6'5 guard gives us so much balance at guard, we could easily be another 2006 Villanova x2 .. Especially if Cheek beefs up. I think we'll have the 6'5 guards playing 3 quite often, we almost don't have a choice. But wow, this would be a great pick up, I hope ITH got this info from a somewhat truthful source.
Not anywhere near a done deal that he is going to IU. Definitely a chance, but lots of work to do.

Also, you guys only have 3 rides for 2010 right now, if you add anymore, that class will go away. Also, any transfers will probably get a scholly taken away from the APR. Plus, the NCAA still hasn't decided.

Pretty much, whoever signs is who is going to be on the team for at least the next three seasons. Not a bad thing, but there isn't much flexibility.
bitter boy strikes again




so jealous that IU can recruit nationally while Porkchop can only recruit within moped distance



"where is turdue again"?


hilarious how crean is absolutely destroying Porkchop in the '08, '09 and soon to be 2010 classes
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Another 6'5 guard, I'll take that.

Yes, we could use more talented bigs, but 2009 isn't flourished with them. I think Crean knows what he's doing, and also realizes we need some talented bigs. I expect our 2010 class to pick up a couple high-up bigs.

But another 6'5 guard gives us so much balance at guard, we could easily be another 2006 Villanova x2 .. Especially if Cheek beefs up. I think we'll have the 6'5 guards playing 3 quite often, we almost don't have a choice. But wow, this would be a great pick up, I hope ITH got this info from a somewhat truthful source.
Not anywhere near a done deal that he is going to IU. Definitely a chance, but lots of work to do.

Also, you guys only have 3 rides for 2010 right now, if you add anymore, that class will go away. Also, any transfers will probably get a scholly taken away from the APR. Plus, the NCAA still hasn't decided.

Pretty much, whoever signs is who is going to be on the team for at least the next three seasons. Not a bad thing, but there isn't much flexibility.
That's why I think Crean will get some quality pick-ups.

We have a solid class right now, but because of the shortness of schollys and the NCAA's bitchasses, we could use some big time talent to reassure a successful turnaround.

i.e. I think we'll get at least another 2 4 star range guy.. not that rankings mean A LOT.. but I do believe with the new coaching hire the guys will be looking for some talent that looks "great on paper" if you will. With good coaching, usually they turn out right on the court. I'm biased for Crean of course, and I have no doubt that he can coach them to their potential.

Only time will tell.
Just because you could use it doesn't mean it's going to happen. The sooner the '09 guys and NCAA decides, the better because Crean is already pretty far behind in 2010. Seems to me that Crean is just trying to get schollies filled before the NCAA can take them away and so he can get the guys in and learn the system. Unfortunately, thats going to limit the amount of players you guys can take in some pretty loaded Indiana classes of 2010 and 2011.
the bitterness never stops :loser:
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the bitterness never stops :loser:
Please tell me what is wrong with anything I said? As usual, you have nothing to refute anything, so you just come back with your same, stupid, drivel that makes absolutely no sense.

And I'm happy about IU's "national recruiting net" because as you guys chase guys coast to coast, Painter is in Indiana and the Midwest, seeing more players, building relationships with schools in Indiana, and getting good, smart players from this state. Go right ahead and recruit nationally, I could honestly care less, I'll take my group of Indiana, Ohio, and Illinois kids any day of the week over random assorted players from all over the country.
“He’s always been a guy — maybe to a fault — he would always try to do what I said. That seems like something simple in coaching, but those are the guys I hang my hat on. We’ve had some guys in our program, we had a couple guys that felt I had a bias towards E’Twaun Moore. And they were right — I do have a bias towards E’Twaun Moore. I like guys that go to class, that are academic All-Americans, that come early, that stay late, that love the game of basketball. I am biased towards those guys. And I’m biased towards Rob Hummel. But I’m also biased towards their habits, their work ethic, and how they carry themselves."

"I’d take him to the ends of the earth — I’d want him playing for me.” - Bo Ryan on Robbie Hummel

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I have to agree with UB on this one. Your comments DC sounds a little jealous. Everytime we get some positive news on our IU MESSAGE BOARD (Not Purdue), you put a little negative spin to it and it sounds to me like jealousy. Take for instance the first comment: "Hmmmmm..... looks like we are getting to the bottom of the McLeod hiring already." Like IU and Crean had some motive for hiring him. Well, we needed to hire another assistant coach and Crean wanted someone who can work with our bigs. Also, he wanted to wait to hire a new assistant coach after July. This guy would have good contacts with future recruits. Given our current situation, that is a good strategy. I agree with some things you say, but more often than not, when we receive some positive news or something we can get excited about, you tend to put a negative spin on it. That needs to quit or go back to your own message board. :loser:

Here is to hoping we land either Cheek, Watford, or possibly both, depending on the NCAA. :cheers:
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I have to agree with UB on this one. Your comments DC sounds a little jealous. Everytime we get some positive news on our IU MESSAGE BOARD (Not Purdue), you put a little negative spin to it and it sounds to me like jealousy. Take for instance the first comment: "Hmmmmm..... looks like we are getting to the bottom of the McLeod hiring already." Like IU and Crean had some motive for hiring him. Well, we needed to hire another assistant coach and Crean wanted someone who can work with our bigs. Also, he wanted to wait to hire a new assistant coach after July. This guy would have good contacts with future recruits. Given our current situation, that is a good strategy. I agree with some things you say, but more often than not, when we receive some positive news or something we can get excited about, you tend to put a negative spin on it. That needs to quit or go back to your own message board. :loser:

Here is to hoping we land either Cheek, Watford, or possibly both, depending on the NCAA. :cheers:
I'm jealous. Not at all. If I was so jealous, why wouldn't I just become an IU fan? Its not like I am forced to be a Purdue fan.

The whole McLeod thing reeks of shadiness. He interviewed months ago, and then gets hired the day after the recruiting restrictions are up? Coincidence? Also, he has next to zero coaching experience and yet, he can get an assistant coach job at a school like Indiana? Seems to me he was hired to bring in a few recruits he has ties to, recruits that he could be recruiting for Indiana without restrictions all summer long.

Whatever, think its jealousy all you want. IU has done very good things all summer with Crean and many of the players they have brought into the fold, I have no problem admitting that. But when something seems shady, I'll say something, its part of being on this board. I enjoy talking sports, be it IU, Purdue, the Olympics, baseball, etc.

As I said, think what you want. If this type of hiring (similar things UI, UK, or even Memphis get bashed over) you want for IU, then whatever. Good luck with the season and these players.
“He’s always been a guy — maybe to a fault — he would always try to do what I said. That seems like something simple in coaching, but those are the guys I hang my hat on. We’ve had some guys in our program, we had a couple guys that felt I had a bias towards E’Twaun Moore. And they were right — I do have a bias towards E’Twaun Moore. I like guys that go to class, that are academic All-Americans, that come early, that stay late, that love the game of basketball. I am biased towards those guys. And I’m biased towards Rob Hummel. But I’m also biased towards their habits, their work ethic, and how they carry themselves."

"I’d take him to the ends of the earth — I’d want him playing for me.” - Bo Ryan on Robbie Hummel

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