Hoosier987 Posted January 18, 2018 Report Share Posted January 18, 2018 1 hour ago, BGleas said: Let me preface this with, who am I to tell a kid I've never met and know nothing about (other than he's good at basketball) where he should go to school. Langford should do this on whatever timeline suits him and choose wherever he wants. With that said, and through my IU-colored glasses, I don't see why IU shouldn't be the obvious choice? As has been mentioned, Vandy is Vandy. I just don't get it. They have two other 5*'s which is appealing and apparently Garland and Langford are friends of some sort, but I just don't see the appeal beyond that. Bad arena, no fan support, terrible team, no tradition, unproven coach, etc., etc. Kansas is clearly really appealing. They're a blue blood with a successful coach, great facilities, an amazing fan base, the program has experience with 1 and 2 and done players, etc. But, they also have tons of talent to compete with for time/opportunity, and the big red flag is that the Langord's seem to want to avoid NCAA impropriety and while Kansas hasn't been accused of anything in the FBI case, they currently have a top ranked player suspended because of an investigation into the fact that he claims to own a Lamborghini. It's also not the first time they've had top recruits have to miss time because of NCAA issues. Self even had to skip a meeting with Langford to attend to Preston/investigation issue. Then you have IU. The clear negatives are a new coach who he's had to build a new relationship with, and a poor start to this season (though that should be expected to an extent with a new coach). Outside of that, you have tradition, potential for legendary, hometown status, a glaring hole at his position and for what his talent brings (wing/backcourt scorer), amazing facilities, amazing fanbase, a really strong recruiting class coming in, and potentially (if Morgan is back) a really strong, experienced returning cast with a leader (again Morgan) at a different position. It just seems so clear to me. Caveat though, I am leaving out a lot of personal preference things like major he wants, preference over the type of school (country, city, etc.) he prefers, and those types of things which come into play. You hit the nail on its head. Great post. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
milehiiu Posted January 18, 2018 Report Share Posted January 18, 2018 IU fans, in lieu of Coach Miller, need to show up in force for Romeo's game on Friday. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CauseThatsMyDJ Posted January 18, 2018 Report Share Posted January 18, 2018 4 minutes ago, milehiiu said: IU fans, in lieu of Coach Miller, need to show up in force for Romeo's game on Friday. I feel like, if his decision was based on most boisterous fan base, it would already be over. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dbmhoosier Posted January 18, 2018 Report Share Posted January 18, 2018 4 minutes ago, CauseThatsMyDJ said: I feel like, if his decision was based on most boisterous fan base, it would already be over. Vandy wouldn't even be in the conversation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
milehiiu Posted January 18, 2018 Report Share Posted January 18, 2018 3 minutes ago, CauseThatsMyDJ said: I feel like, if his decision was based on most boisterous fan base, it would already be over. Well... I feel like the fact that I and some of my friends showed up for De'Ron Davis's games.... wearing IU gear did not hurt. I know he saw us, in the stands. And his mom, and her friends, talked to us too. Certainly it should not be the deciding factor, but as I say, it can't hurt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Proud2BAHoosier Posted January 18, 2018 Report Share Posted January 18, 2018 I might also add National TV exposure. Granted I don't follow Vandy, but I don't remember seeing any Vandy games on TV. Plus Mom & Dad Langford can see his games in person!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HoosierJax Posted January 19, 2018 Report Share Posted January 19, 2018 1 hour ago, milehiiu said: Well... I feel like the fact that I and some of my friends showed up for De'Ron Davis's games.... wearing IU gear did not hurt. I know he saw us, in the stands. And his mom, and her friends, talked to us too. Certainly it should not be the deciding factor, but as I say, it can't hurt. I will admit that seeing IU gear at a High School basketball game in Colorado would have to have some sort of impact. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
btownqb Posted January 19, 2018 Report Share Posted January 19, 2018 1 hour ago, milehiiu said: Well... I feel like the fact that I and some of my friends showed up for De'Ron Davis's games.... wearing IU gear did not hurt. I know he saw us, in the stands. And his mom, and her friends, talked to us too. Certainly it should not be the deciding factor, but as I say, it can't hurt. There's literally 100s of ppl in IU gear in each game he plays in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
milehiiu Posted January 19, 2018 Report Share Posted January 19, 2018 3 minutes ago, HoosierJax said: I will admit that seeing IU gear at a High School basketball game in Colorado would have to have some sort of impact. And.... we went not only to his home games.... but also to many of his road games. Got to the point that many of his Overland fans ( his school)... recognized us... and would engage us in conversations. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
milehiiu Posted January 19, 2018 Report Share Posted January 19, 2018 1 minute ago, btownqb said: There's literally 100s of ppl in IU gear in each game he plays in. As it should be. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
btownqb Posted January 19, 2018 Report Share Posted January 19, 2018 6 minutes ago, milehiiu said: And.... we went not only to his home games.... but also to many of his road games. Got to the point that many of his Overland fans ( his school)... recognized us... and would engage us in conversations. There might be more IU fans at his away games than his home games. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HoosierJax Posted January 19, 2018 Report Share Posted January 19, 2018 9 minutes ago, milehiiu said: And.... we went not only to his home games.... but also to many of his road games. Got to the point that many of his Overland fans ( his school)... recognized us... and would engage us in conversations. Maybe you should come to New Albany for the rest of the season and work some more magic ..lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimmygoiu Posted January 19, 2018 Report Share Posted January 19, 2018 Hoping the "sea of red" contains hundreds of IU crimson sweatshirts and gear, in addition to NA red. How about an "Indiana" chant when Bryce and the gang of thieves show up. Oh, and then let's hear about 4 or 5 more Indiana chants during the game. Get off our lawn, Bryce! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
5fouls Posted January 19, 2018 Report Share Posted January 19, 2018 8 hours ago, CauseThatsMyDJ said: Yeah that's what I figured. Did your source give a reason behind the jump? Seems strange that IU would have re-entered the mix out of nowhere. But it does coincide with better play on the court. The assumption that IU was out of the mix was a false one to begin with. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CauseThatsMyDJ Posted January 19, 2018 Report Share Posted January 19, 2018 5 minutes ago, 5fouls said: The assumption that IU was out of the mix was a false one to begin with. To clarify, do you believe that IU has been on equal footing with the other two finalists throughout the process? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
5fouls Posted January 19, 2018 Report Share Posted January 19, 2018 4 minutes ago, CauseThatsMyDJ said: To clarify, do you believe that IU has been on equal footing with the other two finalists throughout the process? Yes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
5fouls Posted January 19, 2018 Report Share Posted January 19, 2018 Most of you probably know, but in case you don't. Romeo on ESPNU today at 5:30 Eastern. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CauseThatsMyDJ Posted January 19, 2018 Report Share Posted January 19, 2018 1 hour ago, 5fouls said: Most of you probably know, but in case you don't. Romeo on ESPNU today at 5:30 Eastern. I heard a rumor that Romeo was going to hit Bryce Drew with a steel chair during the game, and then rip off his New Albany jersey to reveal an IU one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HoosierFaithful Posted January 19, 2018 Report Share Posted January 19, 2018 2 hours ago, 5fouls said: Most of you probably know, but in case you don't. Romeo on ESPNU today at 5:30 Eastern. The game or he himself will be on... as if to make an announcement of some sort? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
btownqb Posted January 19, 2018 Report Share Posted January 19, 2018 11 hours ago, CauseThatsMyDJ said: To clarify, do you believe that IU has been on equal footing with the other two finalists throughout the process? Yes, I believe we have been as well. Since HH for sure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HoosierKix Posted January 19, 2018 Report Share Posted January 19, 2018 Maybe I’m crazy but doesn’t it make sense for him to commit tonight since he will be on National Television? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KoB2011 Posted January 19, 2018 Report Share Posted January 19, 2018 4 minutes ago, HoosierKix said: Maybe I’m crazy but doesn’t it make sense for him to commit tonight since he will be on National Television? Yes, so long as he is actually ready to commit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FritzIam4IU Posted January 19, 2018 Report Share Posted January 19, 2018 46 minutes ago, HoosierFaithful said: The game or he himself will be on... as if to make an announcement of some sort? The game. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colonialcrester Posted January 19, 2018 Author Report Share Posted January 19, 2018 52 minutes ago, HoosierFaithful said: The game or he himself will be on... as if to make an announcement of some sort? 32 minutes ago, KoB2011 said: Yes, so long as he is actually ready to commit. Of course he is ready to commit! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoosier82 Posted January 19, 2018 Report Share Posted January 19, 2018 Out of curiosity I looked up on ESPN and 247 as far back as they ranked the best players in each state....since 2003 (15 years) IU has only landed the highest rated player in the state twice....let that sink in.....AJ Ratliff in 2004 and Eric Gordon in 2007. Landing Romeo would be monumental in itself but landing the top 3 rated players hasn't happened in the modern age of recruiting. Just thought that was interesting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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