Official HB Decision Day Thread

[CycloneErik]

They are pushing HB's announcement right now on Sportscenter, talking about another recruiting war between UNC and Duke. Not a mention of ISU.

I loved that. It helped me to turn off ESPN.

I loved how the Register's article about it discussed how it would affect the ACC balance of power between UNC and Duke. Barely even a mention of the local team. Nice reporting, geniuses.

 

[tricehill]

It has to be I State. He has a love for the school and has to know that announcing to anywhere else in AMES hurts the fan base. I don't think he would make the announcement in ames if he wasn't pickin ISU.

 

[Chizit]

They are pushing HB's announcement right now on Sportscenter, talking about another recruiting war between UNC and Duke. Not a mention of ISU.

What did you expect?

Just more of a shock if he picks us

 

[CycloneErik]

It has to be I State. He has a love for the school and has to know that announcing to anywhere else in AMES hurts the fan base. I don't think he would make the announcement in ames if he wasn't pickin ISU.

I totally agree. I don't see why all this hubbub would be set up for his announcement if he were going somewhere else.

 

[Al_4_State]

They are pushing HB's announcement right now on Sportscenter, talking about another recruiting war between UNC and Duke. Not a mention of ISU.

No one nationally is giving us a chance in hell.

 

[CycloneErik]

No one nationally is giving us a chance in hell.

And that means it's time for Harrison Barnes to shock the world!!!!!!!!!!!

 

[chuckd4735]

It has to be I State. He has a love for the school and has to know that announcing to anywhere else in AMES hurts the fan base. I don't think he would make the announcement in ames if he wasn't pickin ISU.

This is the reason for my recent optimism. My problem is he said he wanted to win a championship, and out of the 6 schools, ISU is in the worst position to do that in the next 2-5 years.

 

[bufante]

I don't have a problem with Jake Sullivan and his involvement in this process.

Someone mentioned a possible recruitment strategy for Barnes from McD was the adviser role. Encouraging him to check out all available options to really see what is out there. And after evaluating all that he would see that ISU is a perfect fit. It's confidence, it class, and for a smart young man it can work.

Sullivan encouraging Harrison to look and test the waters plays into the plan.

I am confident in this approach and I think it pays off for us today.

 

[twistedredbird]

interesting take on HB recruiting....got to admit, his down on ISU is the one that has me most worried....why can't just one, one person in the media say ISU??? they surely must not grasp the loyality and dedication that Midwesterners have.

My best guess for Harrison Barnes' college choice | FanNation

 

[cyclo120]

Elite hoopster Barnes to decide today - Brian McLaughlin - The Recruitnik - Sporting News

Just read this, don't know how this guy came up with that.

 

[Wesley]

Sorry, I had two buddies in Lawrence ...journalism majors, who sent a bogus text file, complete with LJW header, I fell for it.

Sorry. Mods please delete other thread I initiated

I suggest you send similar back annointing ISU from the ISU Daily.

 

[Cyclonestate78]

Not really. Jake was primarily concerned with Harrison. He did not want him to committ too young and then when the word of his talent got out (which happened at a Nike camp 2 summers ago) having Harrison in the spot of being committed to the home town team and getting pursued like he has.

That would have been tough on the kid and Jake did not want him going through that. He advised Harrison to let the process play itself out. A verbal after your freshman year, or anytime for that matter does not bind.




You are very bitter towards a great young man. Jake gave more and gives more to ISU than you will ever think about.



McDermott's system is a harder sell to the ball hogs of the world, but winning sells itself in some ways and once the W's get rolling to system will fade into the background.

Hey Jake.... whats up? Still holding out for an assistant coaching position at Duke I see.

 

[CycloneErik]

Elite hoopster Barnes to decide today - Brian McLaughlin - The Recruitnik - Sporting News

Just read this, don't know how this guy came up with that.

I blame myself for clicking it, but the seconds of my life that writer took are ones I'd like to have back.

I think I see how he got it. He went by official visits, so we're "automatically out." He more than likely went by national notoriety, since they've all done that, and voila, instant article.

 

[cyclonefan2010]

Not sure if anyone has known this already, but I just found out from Harrison's girlfriend's cousin that they have been broken up, im just not sure how long ago this happened. But, this could possibly be a sign of him going out of state:no:

 

[st8]

No one nationally is giving us a chance in hell.

let's not go all "hawkeye" here and start talking about how there is a conspiracy against us!!

 

[Cyclonestate78]

No one nationally is giving us a chance in hell.

I like it. HB can stick it to everyone and make them all look like *****. :yes:

 

[BigBake]

Not sure if anyone has known this already, but I just found out from Harrison's girlfriend's cousin that they have been broken up, im just not sure how long ago this happened. But, this could possibly be a sign of him going out of state:no:

I was putting zero weight on his girlfriend having any affect on where he is going.

 

[Chizit]

Elite hoopster Barnes to decide today - Brian McLaughlin - The Recruitnik - Sporting News

Just read this, don't know how this guy came up with that.

that was weak sauce.

 

[Clones85']

Not sure if anyone has known this already, but I just found out from Harrison's girlfriend's cousin that they have been broken up, im just not sure how long ago this happened. But, this could possibly be a sign of him going out of state:no:

She goes to Iowa....not ISU

 

[chuckd4735]

Elite hoopster Barnes to decide today - Brian McLaughlin - The Recruitnik - Sporting News

Just read this, don't know how this guy came up with that.

A lot of people think just because he did not take an official visit here means ISU is out. Those people would be what I like to call "idiots".