Mike Woodson to be next IUBB coach. Thad Matta to be associate AD

[PB1230 502]

2 minutes ago, IU Scott said:

I think Geronimo is probably gone with his mother talking about wanting him closer to home.

Although he did “like” IUs official Woodson announcement on Twitter

[Hoosierfan1901 5,795]

1 minute ago, Hoosier1984 said:

I wouldn’t put too much into it on who was there as if the players were out of town I’m sure they were zoomed in

^^^^^^^^

[Hoosierfan222 732]

Just now, BGleas said:

I think Parker Stewart is an important player to retain. I know we didn't see him play this year, but in the proper NBA system and development, a Lander, Franklin, Stewart backcourt can compete right away. 

We could DEFINITELY use his shooting.

[e1999doubleglock 36]

I have been stalking the board for weeks--it has become a total debilitating addiction. Glad it is over...

I really have appreciated everybody's participation and positive attitude during these past couple weeks. Some of you guys are so funny that I nearly pissed me pants multiple times.

Seems to me like the "philanthropists" who made this happen had "zeroed in" on Stevens, but were fully aware that it was a long shot. If that didn't work out, Dolson was not free to go get whoever he pleased. Remember, it wasn't his money. Plan B was to go get "IU guy" and Woodson seemed to be the most qualified. So the "donor" was not necessarily driving the car, but he was paying for the gas.

I am personally excited about it. I think Woodson is going to be a fantastic recruiter and more importantly, a developer of talent. Archie couldn't develop a turd in his colon---all diarrhea..

Plus, we get a chance to see if "IU guy" is the missing piece to our return to prominence or not. 

If it doesn't work out, then we just go and get a new coach and a new plan. Not the end of the world. IUBB will be fine. It cannot get worse than 12 and 15. Excited to see Woodson and crew get to work. The decisions of the portal guys will be telling. 

 

 

Edited March 29, 2021 by e1999doubleglock

[kreigh8 2,008]

Just now, BGleas said:

I think Parker Stewart is an important player to retain. I know we didn't see him play this year, but in the proper NBA system and development, a Lander, Franklin, Stewart backcourt can compete right away. 

Without knowing what MW will have in terms of scheme, I still think a senior Phin would start over Lander

[Chris007 42,078]

3 minutes ago, Capt. Crimson said:

I'd be pretty bummed if Geronimo definitely left. You can just tell he's got that spark and raw talent that Vic had when he came to town.

His mom said it was a 14 hour drive for the to see him play so he’s gone.

[Ranger78 1,293]

12 minutes ago, Loaded Chicken Sandwich said:

He blocked me after I called him out for taking pictures of Dawson Garcia and other recruits. Like... It's F**KING WEIRD TO TAKE PICTURES OF HS BOYS SECRETLY. 

I agree. It might be close to criminal ... WEIRD for SURE

[Stuhoo 75,564]

2 minutes ago, Golfman25 said:

“We got Wood.”

Close:

”We’ve got an 8o inch Woody”

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10 minutes ago, Hoosier1984 said:

He said everyone wasn’t there I wonder if it’s just Al and Jordan which we know aren’t returning.

Those two and Stewart were who I first thought of.  Now we know PS wasn't one of the no-shows.

[Chris007 42,078]

3 minutes ago, BGleas said:

I think Parker Stewart is an important player to retain. I know we didn't see him play this year, but in the proper NBA system and development, a Lander, Franklin, Stewart backcourt can compete right away. 

I think that means we have to keep Hunter as an assistant 

[hoosierpap 14,300]

CMW feels weird. I'm stickin w Woody

[IU Scott 2,375]

3 minutes ago, Hooserfan1901 said:

^^^^^^^^

Just hope it wasn't Lander visiting UL on unofficial visit

[BGleas 7,880]

Just now, Chris007 said:

I think that means we have to keep Hunter as an assistant 

I dont think you keep an assistant for one player, but Stewart would be great to keep and Hunter could be a good recruiter. 

I guess we'll see. 

[Trish 11,408]

Honestly I’m not done saying

 

BRAD ****** STEVENS! 
 

 

[Capt. Crimson 3,395]

Just now, hoosierpap said:

CMW feels weird. I'm stickin w Woody

Based on everything I've read/watched about him recently, I think that its such an established nickname that most people will just use that. 

[Hoosierfan222 732]

1 minute ago, Chris007 said:

I think that means we have to keep Hunter as an assistant 

Looks like Hunter was at the meeting, I would assume that bodes well for him being retained?

[Hoosierfan1901 5,795]

I think Hunter is retained 

[IU Scott 2,375]

All I have to say is players better come to play and play with some nagging injuries.  Woodson in 1980 had back surgery in December and came back in February and still won the big ten player of the year.

[Hoosierfan222 732]

My initial guess, based on no insider information at all, is that Hunter is retained while Roberts is probably gone. I think everyone knows Ostrom is long gone.

[Hovadipo 52,937]

6 minutes ago, Chris007 said:

His mom said it was a 14 hour drive for the to see him play so he’s gone.

Did they not think about Google Maps’ing that before his decision to come here?