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Sincere, JP, and a few bigs off the bench elevates this team almost exponentially.

What’s insane is that if Hughes jr was coming under any other billiken HC in the last 20 years, he’d probably be the top recruit and this board would be going insane about him. He deserves a ton of hype (probably more than we’re giving) but Travis is also doing an unprecedented job bringing in talent. I can’t believe this kid is a “walk-on”.

Kid can play

probably just Godar.. He's a big billiken fan that writes for a10talk. He's really the only one that champions our program on that site and does a good job. Tyler Coleman... naw, don't need to know him.

didn't know that... yes, you're very right. All these dudes that are sadly in Yuri's ear don't have 1) a clue or 2) his interests in mind..

Just tweets from the likes of Jack Godar and Tyler Coleman saying that the Billikens should go after him. It just got me excited since Coleman was seemingly in with Ramey in HS, but yeah, seems unlikely.

It doesn't seem like we want him back... I am all in on these Courtney Ramey tweets now... He would be a net neutral if not positive imo.

Tax benefits... if someone donates, that can be written off from their taxes. For a guy like Rich, donating to a building can save some major coinage going to the government. Also, these folks are smart and care about their money, business, and public image. They won't want to be involved in behind closed doors, potentially future IRS/SEC involved dealings, or fake 501c3s. All of which could come into play down the road for those involved in shoveling 200k at Yuri Collins. I sure hope he has a tax advisor, at the very least.

He said “the universities involved in these rumors would get in a lot of trouble [tampering] and that NIL conversations are escalating rapidly at SLU [and have been ongoing].” Little rant: our donors, for the most part, are self-made and have a great sense of what’s best for their interests (slu) AND their pockets. Dr. C probably wouldn’t just pony up 200k (even just a drop in the bucket) without tax incentives, guarantees, contracts, etc. The fact of the matter is Tennessee and many big schools have old money and dudes that don’t know what went into their grandpa’s fortune from oil, railroads, timber, etc. and are cool with just throwing stuff around. Also, given there are no contracts and guarantees, will Yuri actually see all 200k (probably not if he somehow struggles in the SEC)? The rumors out of UNC are their returning starters we’re given $100k each to stay at the school. No way Yuri’s market value is twice that of a starter on a National runner up, so not getting into that pissing war was smart financially.

I was in the camp that you and those saying this were just being hysterical, "sky is falling", etc... But I must admit, I was wrong. While I hope this won't be the reality, it is heading in that direction.

Schasz was right... I am so sad. Praying we get a Oduro type, hail mary, return from the portal move.

what are the rumors?

so what's it about? Cardinals, maybe (since it's now his job)?

I want Kepnang from Oregon. He seems to have the same exact splits and usage as Okoro in Eugene. Could come to the Lou and dominate immediately.

All I know is whatever transfers we get, they better be more impactful than a mckissic type player. He was the love child of this board last year and was the definition of mediocre at Florida.

We should start a thread saying “Yuri is a once in a lifetime PG” or something remotely factual other than this BS.

Good points being thrown on all sides. All I can say is she seems to talk the part, and I am hopeful for the future. I, as many here, also liked Coach Stone. She was one of the nicer coaches I've met. I did believe the program plateaued, but I honestly was comfortable with the plateau (it was better than we've ever had). I like that this hire isn't a complete shakeup. She seems to be a new age Stone, if not a better, more cerebral, eloquent, well-spoken, culture-driven, [insert positive adjective] coach like Katie Shields. Katie is the gold standard for coaching imo.

https://omny.fm/shows/total-information-am/welcome-to-st-louis-coach-tillet Take a listen to Tom Ackerman’s interview (skip the first minute of ads). She seems to be a stud - I hope she finally brings the Billikens to the big dance.

Dickey Nutt at Mizzou. I know nothing about him but that’s a hilarious name that fits perfectly in como.

Below is her first quote on coming to the Lou.. Off of one quote alone, she seems to be smart, eloquent, and the right fit for building a positive and winning culture in the lady billikens, but we won't know until November. I am excited to read/hear her press conference to see if she can speak on the spot similar to this quote below. Also, there were a lot of assistant coaches out there, but I am glad May hired someone that has called a timeout before. "I'd like to thank Chris May, Dr. Pestello, Janet Oberle and Annie Reis for giving me the exciting opportunity to lead these Billiken women," Tillett said. "The department is clear in its strategic objectives of educating, competing and building community. The consistent support and investment in the development of women really drew me to the university. In addition, the passionate way that the St. Louis community supports Billiken Athletics is inspiring and infectious, and we will need everyone to support us on our pursuit of excellence in the classroom and on the court. The opportunity to coach at this special university while immersed in an environment of love, amidst passionate support for great teams, makes me excited to begin OUR journey to championships. Go Billikens!"

What did stone make? There are no indications of saying she doesn’t make 340k either.

Unless some folks troll the financials of the university around tax season, we’ll never know what May hired tillett for. There’s a good chance she makes more than 340k base (unless you’re saying this coach makes 1.035m a year at UMKC, and if so, I need to become a women’s basketball coach or agent).

Yup... Dream scenario for this squad. 3 remaining spots after snagging two quality players. Obviously one averaged double-digits in the SEC last year, so he'll be more impactful right away. Can't write off LHJ... kid seems to have a limitless ceiling and a good head on his shoulder.

Unprecedented is an underwhelming word for that statement. I’m drinking so much blue kool-aid right now.

Team was a bit of a husk for the past 12 months