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    Fall 2017 allegations against unnamed players (aka Situation 2)

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    2 hours ago, Slu let the dogs out? said:

    I thought the exact same thing. Without going back and comparing his twitter rant and the statement released today, if their text isn't verbatim it's pretty darn close. Pretty convenient that during his back and forth with Hochman, he conveniently skipped over the language which you have previously cited about the expectation of privacy. 

    Maybe not just a coincidence?

    http://law.slu.edu/people/robert-gatter

    Lisch Named MVP - PR League Finals

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    Inolla, I was in Puerto Rico (where my fiancée is from) a couple weeks ago and attended one of Quebradillas' semifinal games against Guayama, who features Renaldo Balkman. It was a great atmosphere in Quebradillas and Lisch played very well...his defense was noticeably better than anyone else's on the floor and he hit some big shots. I wanted to say hello to him after the game, but players quickly left the floor after some post-game brawling.

    C7 TV Deal Possibility

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    Just for fun, here are some potential future OOC opponents for home game games giving a STL player a homecoming:

    Notre Dame - Cameron Biedschied
    Kansas - Ben McLemore
    Illinois - Malcolm Hill
    Kansas State - DJ Johnson
    Arkansas - BJ Young

    Less attractively (sorry ABomb)...
    Auburn - Jordon Granger

    Any more?

    I fear a return of Sodieball

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    Watching Paul Eckerle start against a team where he stood ZERO chance of effectively defending ANY player on the floor, my brother and I agreed that the wheels are coming off this thing in a hurry. If Willie and Kwamain don't return, I think Majerus hangs em up. The job is then handed to Moser without anyone considering the effect that could have on the future of the program. Before you know it we are recruiting second-team All-Conference players from rural Illinois and wham: Sodieball is back.

    I like Moser a lot. I think he is passionate about the program and a great ambassador, but I have zero confidence that he will continue to recruit at the same level he is now without the name "Majerus" backing him up.

    I honestly feel the decision that is made in regards to Willie and Kwamain, whichever way it goes, will have a trickle-down effect on this program for the next ten or so years.

    I actually thought Paul got the start last night because it was "Washington, MO, Night" but I could be wrong. I think I saw it posted on the jumbotron before the game.

    What is "Xquizit?"

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    Saw over on the official SLU page that the incoming freshmen were being entertained by the St. Louis Dance Team "Xquizit." Is that a "for hire" form of entertainemnt or is that an official SLU Dance Team. Looked like there were some guys in the front of the picture I saw. "Baby Blues" is bad but deformed English is okay?

    They performed at halftime during one of last year's games. It's a "dance crew" with a mix of males/females...kind of a mix of break dancing and choreography.

    New Blue Crew Name

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    While you may need to have Chicago Billiken or Eskimo sign over the naming rights, I always thought "The Eskimos" was fitting and generally hilarious, although the average fan probably wouldn't get it.

    I'm honored SShoe...I'm sure you'd be surprised to learn there was never a trademark in place, so the name is fair game.

    9,453

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    From the athletic department's twitter feed, Cards GM John Mozeliak, Dr. Chaifetz, and former Rams coach Jim Haslett were amongst those 9,453. I'm also certain I saw Jack Clark in the stands while watching the tv broadcast. It would be nice to start getting some buzz in the community as a hot ticket.

    anyone, anyone

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    Here are some bullet points...this is what stood out to me after listening several hours ago.

    - Never been on that long of a road trip, said they practiced at St. Joseph's who were gracious hosts offering their video room, training facilities, etc. He said they landed with fire trucks and ambulances waiting on the tarmac as their plane had problems with the landing gear, or a tire or something.

    - Said they had one academic advisor with the team on the trip, but it's not the same as going to class since the tutor would have to have about 12 different degrees to have the knowledge encompassing the variety of all the classes the players are taking.

    - When asked about the A10, raved about the conference itself, said the reason he keeps talking about it is because that's all that people ask him about and that he's just answering questions. Said he really loves these players, more than he loves the conference, and because of that wants them to get the best education possible...with the current setup, he feels they aren't getting the education they deserve.

    - Said Dayton is really tough with a lot of experience. Asked people to come out tomorrow afternoon and support the team.

    Jeff Reid will not return this year

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    I was at the game in Chicago and from what I can remember, Jeff had Ben Hansborough trapped in the corner and Ben threw a high elbow to try and make room. The elbow hit Jeff in the face and then he was actually called for a foul. I believe he left the game after the play, but didn't go down...walked off the court on his own and didn't return.

    What are the particulars on how it happened? Was it in the Notre Dame game? There wasn't a big deal made about it when it happened, perhaps because he is not a key player the way Kwamain is. When Mitchell went down for a game last year due to a concussion there was a lot made of it. He must have taken quite a shot for it to linger like this. Best of luck to Jeff. This has to be terribly disappointing for him and his family.

    Eastern IL

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    Here's some game analysis from the Charleston Times-Courier...Coach Miller's comments aren't exactly earth shattering:

    "You see what they’re trying to do and they are really trying to do it."

    "They are going to defend us and make us defend them as well."

    Don't ignore youngest team in the nation

    EASTERN ILLINOIS (7-4)

    AT SAINT LOUIS (8-4)

    Tip-off: about 8 p.m. today following 5:30 p.m. Bradley-Saint Louis women’s game at Chaifetz Arena in St. Louis

    Radio: WEIU Hit Mix 88.9 FM

    By BRIAN NIELSEN, Sports Editor

    [email protected]

    Saint Louis' sports information department research shows its men’s basketball team is the youngest in NCAA Division I.

    With its only upperclassman junior Paul Eckerle out with a preseason knee injury leaving the Billikens with four juniors, a redshirt freshman and six freshman, who can argue?

    Still, Eastern Illinois coach Mike Miller says these Baby Bills under former NCAA runner-up Utah coach Rick Majerus can provide lessons for the Panthers heading into today’s 8 p.m. non-conference game at Saint Louis.

    “One of the things we talk about is to play to an identity,” Miller said. “They play to an identity as well as anyone we see. They’re tough. They’re disciplined. They keep themselves in a good position. They take care of the basketball. They execute well. You see what they’re trying to do and they are really trying to do it. I think it can help us a great deal playing them.”

    Eastern can add to its good start that at 7-4 marks just the sixth time the Panthers have had that good of a record in its NCAA Division I history that began in 1981.

    The Panthers can tune up for the rest of the Ohio Valley Conference season that resumes with a Saturday home game against Jacksonville State.

    Plus, after beating NCAA tourney regular Belmont with a 63-60 revenge win on Dec. 19, the Panthers can put an even bigger feather in their hat playing this Atlantic-10 Conference team.

    Even with hardly any guys old enough to vote, Saint Louis still is 8-4 limiting opponents to 58.5 points per game and .385 field-goal shooting with a physical defense.

    “I’m not sure we’ve played anybody like their team,” Miller said. “It’s going to make us figure some things out. They are going to defend us and make us defend them as well.”

    The Billikens also have a win over Belmont, 75-67 on Dec. 16.

    Three of their losses came in succession – 65-54 at Iowa State, 64-52 at Notre Dame and 64-56 at Georgia.

    They are 8-1 at their Chafetz Arena that opened a year ago, losing only to Missouri State 73-63 on Dec. 19 before bouncing back to beat UMK C 61-54.

    Willie Reed, a 6-foot-9 sophomore, averages 10.0 rebounds per game along with 13.8 points while 5-10 sophomore guard Kwmain Mitchell leads Saint Louis’ scoring at 16.0 points per game.

    Eastern counters with three seniors in its starting lineup while another of its six seniors, All-Ohio Valley guard Romain Martin, played his first game of the season last week against Franklin College after preseason knee surgery.

    “He’s continuing to progress,” Miller said. “We’re trying not to overdo it but he’s getting more and more practices as we go. Hopefully, each day it’s getting. He’s doing two things. He’s doing the rehab on his knee but he’s also getting his body ready to play again.”

    Contact Brian Nielsen at [email protected] or 238-6856.

    ITD Morning After

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    I really enjoyed listening to this segment. They raise some extremely valid points about SLU failing to capitalize on some very valuable commondities with regard to their current team and publicity opportunities. I also appreciate the manner in which they do so, by saying "I went down to a game and really enjoyed my experience" as opposed to just complaining. They seem to be ready and willing to give the team some nice coverage.

    Also, with regard to the billboards...the Billiken Roar signs are pretty prevelant around town in my opinion. I actually think they've done a pretty nice job with placement. Also, on my Thanksgiving trip to Chicago, I noticed a "Be A Billiken" billboard along I-55 on the way into downtown...nice job there too.

    Big Time or Big House?

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    I'm not one of these holier than now types that say you shouldn't sign kids with some sort of background but this isn't a kid that got got caught underage drinking, with pot or in a school fight. This is much more serious. I vote no.

    I think the negative publicity from something like this would be huge. It will be confined largely to internet space based just on the reported offer, but if we actually signed this kid we'd get blasted in the print media. Its just not worth it.

    Also of note...he is 7'0" tall.

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