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Like I've always said--Hanner is a good kid with great character. He made a stupid mistake but he will learn a lot from this. He is also an example for any athlete on what could happen when poor decisions are made. It's easy to help him because we know he's sorry and not just because he got caught. As you can also see Coach Crean breaks it down into a family gathering to help Hanner. He is all about family. He really cares for the kids both on and off the court. I've seen it time and time again. Love you Hanner. Hang in there. Sent from my iPhone using BtownBanners

[quote name="TomPritchard25" post="40267" timestamp="1392662380"]As to IU's season, the rest is very unpredictable. But, I came across a quote today and it can relate to the pessimistic Hoosiers as well as us Optimistic Hoosiers. "Others have seen what is, and asked why. I have seen what could be, and asked why not." -Robert F. Kennedy Tom Crean has handled adversity and succeeded before, I have FAITH in HIM and our players(especially Yogi, favorite player) to comeback next season with an assassins mentality.[/quote]. That's wassup! ❤️

  I felt like I was left at the altar Wednesday night.   The lull in the pit of my stomach still sat heavy a day later. It was a beautiful ceremony that ended with a desperation play in 6.1 seconds.   The seats had already started to empty two minutes prior because we had this one in the bag. The formality of the clock winding down was all that was left.   But instead, myself and the rest of Assembly Hall stood in amazement.   The student section stood and yelled as a last ditch effort to do what they could do as the invisible sixth man. Despite having the best student section in the NCAA, it was too little, too late.   My mind flashed back to the Illinois game in the 2012-2013 season. My mouth agape. The excitement of a much-needed win was in our grasp. Two minutes of effective defense was all that was needed … or so most of us thought.   As per usual, I will boycott ESPN and Sports Center for the next two days in hopes of evading the constant reminder of a loss that should not have been. I take that time to grieve about what could have been.   I often talk about a respectable loss. That, my dear IU fans, was not.   What to say? I’ve searched my vast vocabulary to come up with the words to comfort Yogi after yet another loss. An awkward silence ensues because I have run out of words to say.   I read the frustration on his face. I also see it in the face of his teammates.   I can’t say that I understand how they feel. When it’s all said and done, I’m just a passionate sideline spectator.   They don’t get paid for what they do (although they should). Their drive is the love of the game. The reward is winning. Lately they have been coming up short.   Working a 40-hour week and coming home without a paycheck can put a bad taste in anyone’s mouth. There is a difference between wanting to win and needing to win. The drive is distinctly different.   We wanted to win the Big Ten Conference last year. We fought for it down to the very last basket at Michigan.   We needed to win last night … but Penn State wanted it more.   Don’t blame Coach Crean There were so many factors that played a part in a loss like the Penn State game … but once again the focus turns to Coach Crean.   On more than one occasion, he was accused of being out coached. By now, I’m sure he is used to the criticism and accepts what part he plays in every loss.   He will review why the team fell apart in the last two minutes of the game. Why was the inbound play so difficult to execute? Why is it difficult to handle a full-court press?   He is the kind of coach that critiques his coaching first and the players second.   I know a different Crean than most of you do. Coach Crean has so many dimensions to him. He is the kind of coach that most players want to play for.   If the players don’t believe in their coach, there is no way they will believe in his mission. He cares about the young men that most of you only see for 40 minutes a couple of times a week.   Coach Crean dedicates many hours to developing a well-rounded team. It goes beyond executing a well-drawn play.   He doesn’t pretend to know everything.   This is the same coach that orchestrated a Wisconsin win, a Michigan win, and Sweet Sixteen appearances two years in a row.   I am not a fair weather fan. To call for the replacement of Coach Crean is absurd. Consider this my ode to Crean.   Transition year continues Everyone knew this year would be different. This is a transition year. As the hopes of the team obtaining a nod to the NCAA tournament flicker to a dismal, ambient light, the March 16th deadline of Selection Sunday quickly approaches.   It becomes more likely that we will be watching the tournament from our couch with the rest of America. We may have to settle on the fact that there’s always next year … right?   Or is there?   Naturally, the discussion shifts to who will stay and who will go. I am asked that very question on a daily basis.It is also a question that each player will have to ask themselves at the end of the season.   I hope that we will have a team that returns intact and more mature, but change means growth.   I will be at Purdue on Saturday cheering on the Hoosiers as if nothing ever happened Wednesday night. I’m going to cheer as if we are number one in the conference.   I pray for the loss of short term memory for this talented basketball team.   I also hope the fans can forgive and forget.           View the full article

[quote name="Hovadipo" post="38746" timestamp="1392440668"]Well we are talking about THE Doc Libby here... Sent from my iPhone using BtownBanners[/quote]. You guys are hilarious!!

I knew that my little side comment about athletes getting paid would rustle some feathers. I plan on addressing it in my blog one day. Thank you, everyone for your positive feedback. As you know I'm new at this but as you can see I love writing. Thanks for reading. I'm sure there are a hundred other things you could be doing/reading

First off-YEA YOGI!

Okay. So here's my take. Drunk driving=bad. We all know that. Kids make mistakes. We all make mistakes. I first encourage NOT drinking. Many of u will say it's not realistic but I went thru my entire college career and didn't take a drink, so it is possible. I'm thankful that no one was hurt in Hanner's incident. I would like to speak on the character of Hanner. He is one of the most respectable, kind hearted kids I know. Alcohol obviously gives people a sense of invincibility and makes them do things they don't normally do. I'm sure that is the case here. He now feels horrible (as he should). He has to play this out in public which is extra punishment. He'll learn a lesson for sure and even more importantly so will his teammates. I feel the need to say what people have been saying for years--FRIENDS DON'T LET FRIENDS DRIVE DRUNK. Hanner, who are your REAL friends? Sent from my iPhone using BtownBanners

[quote name="Rayl" post="38244" timestamp="1392354146"][quote name="DocLibby" post="38241" timestamp="1392353606"]This is a great lead in to my post which is set to be released tomorrow morning. It'll show my view and where I stand with Coach Crean. Sent from my iPhone using BtownBanners[/quote] [/quote]hahaha Sent from my iPhone using BtownBanners

This is a great lead in to my post which is set to be released tomorrow morning. It'll show my view and where I stand with Coach Crean. Sent from my iPhone using BtownBanners

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[quote name="schoosier" post="37253" timestamp="1392228004"]Doc, may I make a couple of suggestions regarding future columns. 1. Yogis recruitment and top teams he considered. I remember his big announcement was blown by someone in the media and I would be nterested in your view. 2. Dispell or actknowledge Crean having over 300 set plays and the effect on execution as it relates to our freshmen and upperclassmen. A lot of us only see the three man weave at the top of key with Yogi ultimately having to create his own shot with time running out. 3. Expand more on Yogis role changing from facilitator last year to scorer this year. I think many of our fans don't understand that he is only doing what he is being asked even to the detriment of his assist numbers. 4. The 2012 recruits were termed "The Movement" which may have been unfair although I think it was Patterson who coined it. Can you discuss the ups and downs of this expectation and how do you feel they are stacking up? I would also love to know what you say to the tv during games but understand why you may not be. I would be willing to bet that some of your frustrations are shared by many here. Thanks in advance.[/quote] I will try to address these things in upcoming blogs. I've already written my blog after yesterday's game but I got you covered in the near future! Thank u for reading! Sent from my iPhone using BtownBanners

I know a lot a parents that SHOULD post bc they have a lot to say but instead they stick to a low mumble for fear of reticule. Also "sports administrators" of the university are ALWAYS lurking and policing on these sites so freedom of speech only applies if you are anonymous. I've contemplated having an alter ego (twitter, Instagram, Btownbanners) so I can publicly blow my top when I need to! It's not easy as a player parent to say what we want. Fortunately for the university I'm a "happy" parent so they don't have to worry too much about me, but some parents are best left mumbling to themselves. Believe me when I tell you! Sent from my iPhone using BtownBanners

IU 86 PU 67 Sent from my iPhone using BtownBanners

IU 75 PSU 64 Fingers crossed!! Sent from my iPhone using BtownBanners

[quote name="IU Hoosier41" post="37144" timestamp="1392176624"]Not to fear. [member='Doclibby'] is now a G.O.A.T. VIP Member. The highest classification we allow![/quote I am honored for sure!!

[quote name="yogisballin" post="36931" timestamp="1392085033"]Love you post Libby! My 11 year old son's favorite bball player (including NBA) is Yogi!!!!![/quote] Awesome! Love your screen name ❤️ Sent from my iPhone using BtownBanners

This is a Deja Vu of some sort. I feel like we're talking about Cody Z. I'll say what I said about him last year (mostly to myself lol) Staying another year helps with development but money talks. Having hopes of going early in the first round is sure to make any 18yo salivate. It's hard for any NCAA team to compete with that. If he (Noah) wants to stay and help a promising future team play deep into the tournament he should stay. If he's afraid of injury (a realistic threat for any athlete) or he is embedded with other motivation then he should do what ultimately makes him feel like he is getting a good deal despite the fact that he may be doing more sitting than playing in the league. As Cody sits, I imagine him having a heck of a workout at practice and next year he will come out in beast mode. Who knows? Just maybe. Sent from my iPhone using BtownBanners

Just want to thank everybody for your positive feedback! It's encouraging for a new writer. I'll keep it coming. Basketball and Yogi definitely give me inspiration :) Sent from my iPhone using BtownBanners

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Coach Crean and company will continue to recruit top picks.  We will get a top team again.  Maybe when Yogi is there.  Maybe not.  Hot seat??  Not for a long time.  

Now he's down by 23! Come on Hoosiers! We got this! #iubbforlife