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They have a lot of if's but I believe they have the potential to be decent. I'm hoping. Wish they could do well for Votto's sake.

Who's in charge of terminating McRobbie then?

Ummm, for?

I had read on here from some that he wasn't allowed to remove players because the program was in a difficult situation academically. Hadn't heard anything about how he was allowed to talk to the team being constrained. Thanks.

30-3 in the 3rd quarter??? Hurt me, hurt me, hurt me!!!

Out of curiosity. What exactly is the administration doing to handicap Archie? Not saying it's not true. I no longer live in the state and I'm not around people who would.

Wow! What memories! My family moved to Terre Haute Indiana in 77 from Cincinnati Ohio. My older brothers had taught me how to play basketball but baseball was my passion. Larry Bird piqued my interest in basketball then IU made me love it. 81 with Isaiah, Wittman, Tolbert, Turner, and that group winning the NC solidified it. I was hooked. Graduated HS in 83. Same year as Alford. He and Simmons were my faves their freshman year. I remember reading the Indianapolis Star and Terre Haute Tribune to get any details of this trip that I could. Loved reading this article. Thanks for putting it on here!

If he didn't like that role at IU why would he like it elsewhere? I think he wants to find a program where he can play with the ball in his hands more so as to showcase what he feels are the attributes necessary to play at the next level.

Reading this right now. Really like it so far!

Just read this last week. Excellent book!

It's been stated by several people that transfers out were strongly discouraged. While I believe commitments should be honored and players should not be pushed out solely based on their inability to perform at a certain level, if the problem is one of attitude then after while that player should be encouraged to find another program whose culture more closely aligns with their approach.

I was cautiously optimistic when they hired Archie. There have been moments when I've been disheartened since then but if some of the comments I've read on here are factual concerning having his hands tied by the administration then it puts things in a different light. I believe he'll get at least another year and I feel he deserves it.

I'm not sure I have any confidence that after waiting 3 years they'll do anything of substance. Wade basically told them to kiss off. Sean Miller seems to have done the same thing. I don't see that they really punished UNC for their fiasco a few years ago. Kansas? They're considered to be one of the top contenders for the NC this year... while Bill Self dishes out his usual bs. It's just biz as usual. It's not gonna change. I'm not saying I know the answer to the situation. I'm just saying the whole situation has given me fatigue and I don't follow it near as closely as I used to.

I'm tired of waiting for next fall. Cheating pays.

Thanks. Looked at the local box stores and didn't really see anything that peaked my interest.

Where did you find the hardware for the doors? Thinking of doing a project in my basement and wanting to make a sliding door system like that.

I'm an Archie backer but I'm in agreement with you. You can't threaten and then not follow through or digress later. People sense that lack of will. I'd rather lose by 20 with players who give their all than lose by 10 with more talented players.

If "they have to have the money" they should stop taking the B1G TV money and using it for all kinds of things unrelated to sports.

Had two weeks off around Christmas. Read several books. This was one of them. Really enjoyed it. Couldn't put it down.

Yes. Don't walk away from me! Pack your s**t and bye!

Which "basic things" do you think Archie is "fighting tooth and nail for" that "other programs have no problem with"?

Mom putting the Purdue crap to the curb for free...I like it!

His first three sentences express a valid concern. His fourth sentence was said in jest I'm sure.

Concerning Al. I think the biggest question is can he continue to be a major part of the offense against higher quality athletes/players or is he just feasting on lower level competition? Green has shown that he can. The question is... will he (Green) be mentally focused and engaged enough to be productive and efficient? I personally like the lineup with Al, Phin, and Green on the floor but then you no guard with experience on the bench... but I still like that lineup lol.

I'm a numbers nerd lol. Good stuff.