TheChosenOne Posted August 19, 2016 Share Posted August 19, 2016 2 minutes ago, wgstl said: Its only as legit as it is due to 1) Coach Blossom being a huge Mizzou guy. And 2) His good friend whom they call his "manager" is also a big Mizzou guy. So you think it is primarily him entertaining those two as opposed to having true interest in Mizzou? Apparently some Mizzou fans had heard he is receptive to the idea of staying home and playing at Mizzou, but they still consider Kansas the leader. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Franchise_08 Posted August 19, 2016 Share Posted August 19, 2016 7 minutes ago, Pistol said: This was a mistake by Scott Burgess and a few others on Twitter. It looks like the lead-up to his announcement had everyone expecting a top 10, and he surprised them with 11. Seems like an honest mistake. I took it personally Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wgstl Posted August 19, 2016 Share Posted August 19, 2016 7 minutes ago, TheChosenOne said: So you think it is primarily him entertaining those two as opposed to having true interest in Mizzou? Apparently some Mizzou fans had heard he is receptive to the idea of staying home and playing at Mizzou, but they still consider Kansas the leader. That could be what Mizzou is really trying to sell him on. I haven't heard about how his Mizzou trip went a few weeks ago. The only info I have is prior to the trip. But unless he was blown away with Mizzou, ku is still the leader. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cowboy Posted August 19, 2016 Share Posted August 19, 2016 58 minutes ago, Billiken4life5 said: Gordon's girlfriend also just committed to SLU soccer and he's been known to get homesick at times. Not saying it is going to happen but I like our chances better than most of the "experts" -I'll take any legit recruiting advantage we can get Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheChosenOne Posted August 19, 2016 Share Posted August 19, 2016 3 minutes ago, wgstl said: That could be what Mizzou is really trying to sell him on. I haven't heard about how his Mizzou trip went a few weeks ago. The only info I have is prior to the trip. But unless he was blown away with Mizzou, ku is still the leader. Apparently the thought is that he wants to stay close to home, so while Kansas is considered the clear leader some think the likely other competition will be the local programs (SLU/Illinois/Mizzou). Any time I see Kentucky on a list, I have a tough time not viewing them as a big threat assuming they come thru with an offer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Billiken4life5 Posted August 19, 2016 Share Posted August 19, 2016 Coach Tate was the coach on the Mizzou staff that he had the best relationship with as well. I would put our chances of Watson at bigger than 5%. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheChosenOne Posted August 19, 2016 Share Posted August 19, 2016 23 minutes ago, Billiken4life5 said: Coach Tate was the coach on the Mizzou staff that he had the best relationship with as well. I would put our chances of Watson at bigger than 5%. Maybe (I hadn't heard what kind of relationship Tate had with Gordon), but a lot of the buzz for Mizzou is based on his visit the other week which was after Tate was gone. Although it sounds like some of that may be influenced by his company on the trip. wgstl, is his "manager" an obnoxious loud mouth? I think I saw that kid at a Chaminade/CBC game a few years back. I had heard Tate had a solid relationship with Thatch and Watson, so he will certainly help with those two. I need to get out to watch Watson. I don't know much about Thatch other than what I have read, but he is some what intriguing on paper. Also, why do these kids even narrow their list at this point? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pistol Posted August 19, 2016 Share Posted August 19, 2016 8 minutes ago, TheChosenOne said: Also, why do these kids even narrow their list at this point? To cut down on calls, texts, mail, etc., maybe? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wgstl Posted August 19, 2016 Share Posted August 19, 2016 4 minutes ago, TheChosenOne said: wgstl, is his "manager" an obnoxious loud mouth? I think I saw that kid at a Chaminade/CBC game a few years back. Yep Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RiseAndGrind Posted August 19, 2016 Share Posted August 19, 2016 34 minutes ago, Billiken4life5 said: Coach Tate was the coach on the Mizzou staff that he had the best relationship with as well. I would put our chances of Watson at bigger than 5%. Coach Tate is awesome, but he needs a new twitter handle Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
majerus mojo Posted August 20, 2016 Share Posted August 20, 2016 20 hours ago, Pistol said: To cut down on calls, texts, mail, etc., maybe? I think he was being facetious. It is pretty funny to cut your list 'down' to 11. That number goes up every year with some recruit Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old guy Posted August 20, 2016 Share Posted August 20, 2016 Well, that depends on your point of view. When you cut your list down to 11, you are really proclaiming, to anyone and everyone, that you are a really hot very sought after player that had so many offers that you had to cut them down to 11 to make the process more manageable. In other words "I'm really hot," which indeed he may very well be. This is a statement of fact, a boast, and an invitation to look at him closely, all done at the same time. Nicely done if I may say so. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RiseAndGrind Posted August 21, 2016 Share Posted August 21, 2016 Matt turner. New name? Can't remember seeing him mentioned before http://pittsburghsportsnow.com/2016/08/20/pitt-offers-shooting-guard-matt-turner/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slusam Posted August 21, 2016 Share Posted August 21, 2016 I think Matt Turner is in the 2017 class and Pistol has him listed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RiseAndGrind Posted August 21, 2016 Share Posted August 21, 2016 8 minutes ago, slusam said: I think Matt Turner is in the 2017 class and Pistol has him listed. my bad Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pistol Posted August 23, 2016 Share Posted August 23, 2016 On 8/21/2016 at 6:20 PM, slusam said: I think Matt Turner is in the 2017 class and Pistol has him listed. TRUF. Matt Turner (2017) SG, 6-4, 170 Trumbull, CT (Blair Academy) Offers: SLU, Duquesne, St. Joe’s, George Washington, La Salle, Seton Hall, Virginia Tech, Pitt, Rutgers, Rice, Santa Clara, Hofstra, Fairfield, Quinnipiac. Interest: Davidson, Fordham, Georgetown, Villanova, Pitt, Alabama, Oregon, SMU, San Diego State. Latest News: Turner landed a couple ACC offers in Pitt and Virginia Tech in August. Scouting Report: Turner is an excellent shooter whose ability to make plays off the dribble has improved. He’s got a good frame to build on, can play the point when called upon, and has speed up and down the floor. Turner is aggressive at both ends and plays like a veteran – smart, tough, and consistent. Twitter: @mattxturner Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NextYearBill Posted August 27, 2016 Author Share Posted August 27, 2016 FWIW Gordon is now ranked #9 in ESPN updated 2018 rankings. Get'em TFord http://www.espn.com/college-sports/basketball/recruiting/playerrankings/_/class/2018/order/true Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MusicCityBilliken Posted August 27, 2016 Share Posted August 27, 2016 1 hour ago, NextYearBill said: FWIW Gordon is now ranked #9 in ESPN updated 2018 rankings. Get'em TFord http://www.espn.com/college-sports/basketball/recruiting/playerrankings/_/class/2018/order/true A 250 lbs & 6'8" PF, those are rare. No wonder the college basketball world wants him. Agree, go get him! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pistol Posted August 30, 2016 Share Posted August 30, 2016 Darius Bazley and Justin Ahrens, both southwestern Ohio kids and teammates on King James AAU, committed to Ohio State together on Sunday. SLU had offered both. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cowboy Posted August 30, 2016 Share Posted August 30, 2016 11 minutes ago, Pistol said: Darius Bazley and Justin Ahrens, both southwestern Ohio kids and teammates on King James AAU, committed to Ohio State together on Sunday. SLU had offered both. -their loss -Gus wanted them too as those are easy names to utter after "correction" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ibruce Posted September 1, 2016 Share Posted September 1, 2016 Courtney Ramey is a 5 star on Scout and #19 in the country, Recently offered by Louisville. Carte'Are Gordon is #41 and a 4 star. Someone named Franklin Aquananne, a 6'10" Center from St.Louis Christian Academy is #59 and a 4 star. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cgeldmacher Posted September 1, 2016 Share Posted September 1, 2016 2 hours ago, Ibruce said: Courtney Ramey is a 5 star on Scout and #19 in the country, Recently offered by Louisville. Carte'Are Gordon is #41 and a 4 star. Someone named Franklin Aquananne, a 6'10" Center from St.Louis Christian Academy is #59 and a 4 star. Aquananne must originally be from Texas, because all of his interest schools are down that direction. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clock_Tower Posted September 1, 2016 Share Posted September 1, 2016 Just so I am clear, all of these guys in this 2018 are current Juniors in high school, right? Seniors are the class of 2017 (2016-2017 basketball year) so the class of 2018 will be the 2017-2018 basketball year, right? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pistol Posted September 1, 2016 Share Posted September 1, 2016 Franklin Agunanne is from Dallas. He plays AAU ball for Team Texas. He has an offer from SMU and interest from Kansas, Iowa State, Texas, Texas Tech, Texas A&M, TCU, Oklahoma, and Lehigh. SLU has yet to establish any pipeline or noticeable relationship with St. Louis Christian Academy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
runandshoot Posted September 1, 2016 Share Posted September 1, 2016 36 minutes ago, Pistol said: Franklin Agunanne is from Dallas. He plays AAU ball for Team Texas. He has an offer from SMU and interest from Kansas, Iowa State, Texas, Texas Tech, Texas A&M, TCU, Oklahoma, and Lehigh. SLU has yet to establish any pipeline or noticeable relationship with St. Louis Christian Academy. Franklin went to St. Louis Christian as a freshman and has since moved to Texas and attending St. Anthony prep school in Texas now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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