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Sign him up. I like his name.

Hey, Chris, how many bases are you using? I wouldn't mind seeing a layout of your diamond, if you get the chance. Thanks! Edit: I guess the game isn't over just because someone ran all the bases.

That looks more like a Simple Deluxe fan. This is the closest thing I could find to a true fan.

After spending twenty minutes skimming through the posts on this thread from today, I realize I have wasted too much time reading an ongoing argument about whose opinions are more accurate than the opinions of others. Woodson is not being fired and we already missed on Dalton Knecht, so why did I even bother? I'll spend my time watching TJD slam on Wemby instead.

I think it's unfair to tell someone they possess tone deaf opinions, and then use a single social media "heresay" post to state what the "whole truth" is. No one with a social media presence (not even Trilly) is being fact-checked before typing out and posting their opinions. I'm sure, as codesbane tried to say and you apparently missed, this is likely a culmination of many factors. With that said, though, I think JSHoosier made a point that needs highlighted...and an opinion I believe you share. The fans most certainly have been a steady positive for 20+ years. Even during the post-Sampson era dumpster fire and the horrific record of Crean's beginnings at Indiana, Assembly Hall was selling out. Most fans are, and have been, supportive of even the worst of Indiana's teams. Some fans are toxic, and I would never condone such things as booing a team on the court to get into a coach's head or to prove a point to the administration, but any program with a strong and loyal fanbase will have some toxicity. Has anyone directly involved in the maintaining or firing of Woodson reported that either May or Pearl have said they would absolutely take the job? Have either of those potential candidates said publicly that if IU offers, then they will for certain accept the job? You say, as a matter of fact, they both would. Would they? Pearl has commented that he loves Indiana, but he's in a good place now with phenomenal pay and seemingly less expectations. He's also probably near his retirement. Would he want to start over from scratch with what seems like a limited time frame? Maybe. Maybe not. Would May leave what he's built for the pay raise and the promotion an Indiana HC job offers, or would he choose to stay in sunny Florida where his job is seemingly secure for a distant foreseeable future? I do think he would take the job, but I don't believe anyone knows that with certainty. I do agree the program is better off sending Woodson packing, and it would have been nice to at least see if either accepted. I would be FAR more hopeful with either at the helm.

I hope Indiana wins. I hope they win this one, and then I hope they win against Michigan State. I especially hope they beat MSU, because I cannot stomach Tom Izzo. I want them to win at least a couple games in the Big Ten Tournament. I hope they win some NIT games too. I hope they finish strong, and I hope for this because I want that for the players. The players are who I root for, and I always root for Indiana. It's fun to root for your favorite team, especially at this time in the season. The more games I can root for them, the better. Unlike some on this board, I wasn't excited by the Mike Woodson hire. Like many on this board, I think it is time to move on from him as the coach. I hope they do, but I sure hope they don't whiff again. The head coaching job in Bloomington is a very short tenure. The signing of the contract is done in a heated seat. This would be the eighth coach in 25 years. I hope they make necessary coaching changes, despite the way this team finishes. I hope Xavier Johnson ends on a high note. He's suffered through a whole lot of painful injuries and was forced to watch many games from the bench. I hope Ware gets to celebrate with this team some more, because I'm excited for his future and I think it's cool he chose to wear the candy stripes. I hope Leal gets to experience a bit more success while enjoying his increased playing time. It is a priceless reward for his loyalty to the school and his good attitude towards his team during his entire IU career. I really like Galloway. I love that he didn't waver with the coaching change, and I want good things for him too. I think Walker is an easy guy to root for, and his time is at its end too. I hope he ends with a sense of accomplishment to add to his success with Miami. I don't want them to lose, regardless of the coach or the implications of a win. I root for this team, and I have for damned near 50 years. I will never root against the players who choose to play for "my team". Go Hoosiers!

I made the trip for my first women's basketball game at Assembly Hall. I tried Yogi's for the first time, I received a Teri Moren bobblehead, I saw Indiana beat Purdue, and I saw Mackenzie Holmes make history. I still can't make the a** drop on my drop-top, but it was a good day.

I get your point. I tend to take the half-full approach to almost everything. I am glad they climbed back from an 18-point deficit and won, especially on the road. The alternative was to end with a loss, and potentially a blow-out loss, so I will relish the moment. However, I can also understand how someone could be disappointed they had to fight back from an 18-point deficit to begin with. As a long-time Indiana fan, I remember watching Indiana teams play like they were trailing by 18 for forty minutes every night, even if they were up by 18. I miss flipping on the television and expecting those types of performances, but I will always celebrate any tally mark in the win column. Just as some get excited by 18-point comebacks, others are disappointed by 18-point deficits. I understand both.

I'm not sure if there is a thread like this that exists already. If there is, then forgive me and we can shut this one down. I know there are a lot of smart Indiana basketball fans. Why not ask a group of them some questions to benefit our youth players wishing to better understand the game. First question of this thread, if I may: My son is just now learning basketball. He asked to watch college basketball tonight to better understand how to move without the ball. NOTE: We've already watched plenty of video of Reggie Miller (as well as Curry, Klay Thompson, and others). We're watching Duke and Arizona and I'm not that impressed, unfortunately. Neither seems to be a Brad Stevens coached Butler team in terms of great ball movement and teaching a kid how to move without the ball. What, in your opinions, are some of the best current college basketball teams to watch for impressive ball movement and moving without the ball. I know some coaches are just better than others at teaching this and expecting this. I used to know some, but I've mostly only watched IU games over the past 15 years. I'm also open to any YouTube videos anyone thinks are worth showing him. I'm mostly interested in videos that will show him how to best move without the ball. Again, he's watching Reggie...who I strongly believe was among the greatest ever. Who else should he watch? Any great videos to teach this, or videos to showcase this? Many thanks!

This is a very neat and well-written article about Holmes. https://www.insidethehall.com/2023/11/28/just-a-girl-from-maine-mackenzie-holmes-is-an-inspiration-to-hoosiers-and-mainers-alike/

I had to watch the game late, but I'm seeing it now as it comes to an end for me. I'm sure it's been discussed, but Johnson for UConn is allowed to jump onto the back of Sparks (literally) and that is no longer called an "over the back" foul? I just want to know the new rules. Thank you.

Mow them. It's better for the soil and much easier on the back.

Thank you. I agree with your entire first paragraph. Also, I have been asking him those types of questions while we watch games, and I've even pulled out the dry erase/magnetic board to have him "move himself" in different situations. I appreciate your feedback!

Yes, I agree. He's playing with kids who mostly know very little (if anything) about spacing. I coached youth soccer teams, and spacing was what I placed the most emphasis on...and after "beating it into their heads" for months, they were quite good near the end of the season simply because they understood spacing as a team. But, then I would get a whole new set of kids the following year who weren't taught about spacing and it was months of chaos again. I appreciate the videos. I'll show them to him. I'm aware he could move better than any 12-year old and still never get a pass made to him...but, I want to keep feeding his hungry mind because it should pay off down the road when other kids begin to better grasp the concepts.

Thanks. We've done some similar drills to what you describe with the chairs. I just need to keep adding to the routines, and he just needs to keep watching videos. I appreciate your comments, as well as everyone else's.

He turned 12 last week. He never had interest in basketball and was diehard into soccer. Now, he's super into basketball. He's been at it since July. I created a handles routine for him and he's done it every day since. He went from literally being unable to dribble a basketball to now where he's doing crap with his dribble even I wasn't able to do. The problem is, it's hard to teach him some things when it's only the two of us. We're trying to introduce him to more now, and this is his most recent request...how to move better without the ball. Videos seem like a good option.

Regardless of the fact he is a Purdue alum, I like Robbie Hummel as an analyst. I think he's among the best, and I've thought this for awhile now. Sorry if something similar was posted. I'm sleepy and I don't want to look through posts tonight. Beyond that: Gabe Cupps is so promising. He's the type of player who elevates everyone else with inspiring play, threatening their position, or going against.them in practice. I want to see Ware put up monster numbers. I know he can. He's showing signs already that he's not in Oregon anymore. His increased minutes at IU should increase his numbers dramatically and get him drafted early. I like what I've seen of Walker thus far, and he's much more than I predicted. His versatility, experience, intensity, and athleticism will prove crucial at moments throughout this season. Galloway scoring points should be expected every game. I love Galloway. Reneau, if he can stay out of foul trouble, could be a big-time player with a breakout season. I expect more from him this season than probably anyone else on the roster. Payton Sparks was out again tonight, but as someone who has watched nearly all of his games at Ball State, I think he'll have much more of an impact than most predict still. He's behind some studs, but I think Woodson will find it very difficult to keep him on the bench. Godspeed. I root hardest for Johnson. I really want him to finish with a phenomenal season and impressive team results. I think we'll see more than one game where he takes over the game.

Another great article (SIAP): https://www.heraldtimesonline.com/story/news/local/2023/11/02/bloomington-herald-times-sports-editor-bob-hammel-on-friend-bob-knight/71414701007/

Something smells awful. Is that a turd I'm smelling? I seriously think it might be a turd I'm smelling. Does anyone else smell that? It is either a turd or something else stinking up these threads more and more regularly lately. I wonder if the women's basketball threads smell like this too.

Apparently, I paid way too much for my tickets. Oh well, it's my son's birthday and I ordered tickets early.

And because I don't have a clue who DSH is.

I ate a great lunch, then I took a massive dump to make room for dinner. What did I miss? Kidding aside...it's another wonderful day in this precious and fleeting life. Enjoy your day, folks, and have a Happy Friday!

At first, it certainly did seem like damn straight good news...until I noticed who also followed Boogie. It might come down to a battle between the finances of mcuban and the influence of wukaduk. We shall see.

The Montverde team I watched tonight was talented, and as good as what I can only imagine most college teams hope to be this year. I hope they do show more of their games. With the recent success of that program, one would assume they would. If IU lands Queen too, then it's one more reason I want to watch as many of their games as I can...but, even if they don't, I would like to find a way to watch them.

This account mentioned only two five-stars teaming up rather than three, so please don't be sad about it.