Yogi Speaks Out

[JohnHellman 11]

What does everyone think about Yogi's statement yesterday? Stating "it has nothing to do with the coaching staff. The coaching staff is great. They get us ready for each game, prepare us as much as they can." He also stated "I feel like it's with the team. We don't hold each other accountable". I wanna know what you think as fans of Indiana Basketball.

[Rookie33 932]

Kind of weak and perhaps too little too late.  Let's hope his words hold true (but I have my doubts w/ some of these guys, particularly SR).

[ElectricBoogaloo 4,307]

Same boilerplate apologies we've been hearing since February. I'll pass on my judgement until the end of the season. By then we'll know whether the words were sincere.

[JohnHellman 11]

I agree, I don't think the players understand what it means to wear the candy stripes and honor one the NCAA most historic teams. Most high school kids would give anything to have what these boys have. Being a part of IU Basketball is a privilege. They should be honored to be apart of it. Then understand that you have to act as an adult. Yes, that means you have to count yourself out of being apart of college parties and such. Take your down time am either put it into academics or working out on your own.

[mamasa 15,393]

I feel like he spoke what he was feeling, influenced by this last week.  I don't care if you're a PR veteran, it would be tough to have an "acceptable" (to our fan base) statement.  It would either be too slick, too ambiguous, or too (insert criticism here).  All of a sudden, a spotlight is refocused on him, to speak for several negatives.  What do people want him to say?  He didn't throw anyone under the bus, accepted responsibility on behalf of the team, and offered promise of a change.  Just because he didn't sound like a politician doesn't mean it wasn't truthful.  For everyone jumping on the "actions over words" mantra, give them a chance to do so.  

[JohnHellman 11]

What makes me upset is Troy Williams. Last years talk was that he could be the next Oladipo. He for sure has the athletic ability. Well all know Oladipo was not a strong shooter his first two years. But he continued to get better an put the time in at the gym. He worked with Crean and staff and became the number two pick in the draft. All the players have the two. I imagine that any division 1 basketball players dream is to make it to the NBA. Well only they can do it. They have the tools. It's wether they have the drive to do it.

[Chasejustus 9]

Every athlete, no matter the level or sport, faces adversity. Granted, this instance is nowhere near ideal for Hoosier Basketball this year, or any year to come as it puts a negative view on the program as a whole, it can still help this team in the long run. It sucks that the key players are missing key opportunities to get the program a great start at the beginning of the season, it supplies the young guys and minimal minute guys a chance to expand their game against good competition before the conference season opens up. These players originally wouldn't see much time at all, but this gives them the opportunity to better themselves outside of practice and show that they can play. And when the key players return, they have a bench that has real experience and they aren't just sending in guys "hoping" that they will do well under the pressure. It also allows the team to build their accountability given that Yogi discussed the lack of that aspect within the team. I know it sucks to see these guys not playing early, but there are positives that can be taken away from this setback that could seriously benefit the team as a whole heading into conference.

[drewheck 749]

What does everyone think about Yogi's statement yesterday? Stating "it has nothing to do with the coaching staff. The coaching staff is great. They get us ready for each game, prepare us as much as they can." He also stated "I feel like it's with the team. We don't hold each other accountable". I wanna know what you think as fans of Indiana Basketball.

damage control

[WayneFleekHoosier 48,721]

Troy Williams is a very likeable guy from the outside.  I just hope this most recent transgression is his come to Jesus moment.  It's now or never.  He needs to try to be a better player and person every single day. 

 

The Hoosier fanbase will quickly give Troy a second/third whatever chance if he takes advantage of his opportunity and skills.  I am still rooting hard for a comeback story for Troy.  Too many great athletes waste opportunities because of drugs, he does not need to be another. 

 

Reports are that he has improved drastically over the off season, and I believe that.  Now its time to show everyone and back away from the CHRONIC!!!

 

GO TROY GO!!!!

[CampHoosier 3,697]

My question is this: had you guys not gotten caught would anyone have stepped up? Is the only reason you're all now holding each other accountable the Davis accident? Too little and way too late for a guy who is supposed to be a leader

[LazOffTheBench 3,638]

I was not impressed by Yogi's statement. Waiting to see if by his actions, the words he spoke mean anything to him.

[AZ Hoosier 7,758]

Same boilerplate apologies we've been hearing since February. I'll pass on my judgement until the end of the season. By then we'll know whether the words were sincere.

 

That’s the case with every situation like this. Words are cheap. Let’s get through the season, backing up these cheap words with real action, and then we can pass judgment on the sincerity of his apology. But at this point, it really feels like lip service.

[Chips&Dipo 1,464]

Again I will restate what I said in the other post about what he said. If Yogi backs what he says up then this was a good thing. If nothing happens then these are just hollow words. Would rather him say something than say nothing.

 

Also, for the sake of the team and more importantly for the sake of the university I don't believe it is too little too late. I would rather them try and do something positive as opposed to sitting back, pouting, and do nothing. There needs to be actions to support these statements, but making a statement like this the day after the bottom fell out took some guts.

 

I know a lot of people are throwing this season to the wind (somewhat rightfully so), but I would rather have these guys try their hardest and win as many games as possible then do nothing. Maybe these statements are a sign of a wake up call and a positive sign of things to come. We won't know for a few months though.

[bleedhoosier 3,627]

I'll be impressed when I see the actions to back those words up.. good first gesture though. 

[Kepner 1,261]

I was not impressed by Yogi's statement. Waiting to see if by his actions, the words he spoke mean anything to him.

Since he had the fake I'd incident he has not had any more problems so what else does he have to do?
Same with Hanner. Since his incident he hasn't had any problems.
Time to let it go

[DawgBawls 712]

"People may hear your words, but they feel your attitude."

-John C. Maxwell
 

[AZ Hoosier 7,758]

Since he had the fake I'd incident he has not had any more problems so what else does he have to do?
Same with Hanner. Since his incident he hasn't had any problems.
Time to let it go

 

What else do they have to do? Lead. Police the team. Take responsibility for shaping the culture of this team - they are the "senior members" of this team, and therefore the de facto leaders.

[iubirdman 98]

What does everyone think about Yogi's statement yesterday? Stating "it has nothing to do with the coaching staff. The coaching staff is great. They get us ready for each game, prepare us as much as they can." He also stated "I feel like it's with the team. We don't hold each other accountable". I wanna know what you think as fans of Indiana Basketball.

 

Well obviously you do not hold each other accountable, had you we would not be in this situation.  It sounds like damage control and like others have said actions speak louder than words, and that is true, but if the reports of the positive tests being in the summer were true, should they not have started holding each other accountable then and not just now bringing it up after the accident and the announcement of the suspensions?  

 

To me this was a lip service, the players had to of known about the tests the minute they came back positive, and the accountability and leadership should have kicked in at that point.  Obviously that did not happen (or the message did not get thru) 

[BubbleKnuts 569]

Yeah, these kids can "party" when they win a B10 tourney championship, or an NCAA championship. Until then, keep running.


Sent from my iPhoney. Yo.

[barrettballer 513]

If you run the "whole" team till they drop, the point gets across. And the teammates aren't thrilled about being included. Somebody might get the butt beat! That crap won't happen after that....

I agree. Run their legs off, then someone will step up and start making sure this crap stops happening.