Rashad Vaughn - Not going to ISU

[NorthCyd]

Re: Rashad Vaughn - Announcing Tuesday

Everything has already been discussed in this thread. It may even be self aware.

Anyone else notice this is oneepstein's first post? Perhaps the megathread created an account to communicate with us...I'm a little frightened right now.

 

[CydeKick]

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Mostly lurk around here, but had a thought that I haven't seen discussed. If he was going to do it on Saturday, why postpone it until Tuesday? Why not get it over with on Monday? Because Iowa State plays on Monday. Kansas is the only other school on his list that plays Monday, and there's no chatter about KU. Just a thought I had, sorry if it's been posted already.

 

[CoKane]

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Mostly lurk around here, but had a thought that I haven't seen discussed. If he was going to do it on Saturday, why postpone it until Tuesday? Why not get it over with on Monday? Because Iowa State plays on Monday. Kansas is the only other school on his list that plays Monday, and there's no chatter about KU. Just a thought I had, sorry if it's been posted already.

Finding an original post on the megathread is something that never happens.

 

[Cyclonepride]

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Mostly lurk around here, but had a thought that I haven't seen discussed. If he was going to do it on Saturday, why postpone it until Tuesday? Why not get it over with on Monday? Because Iowa State plays on Monday. Kansas is the only other school on his list that plays Monday, and there's no chatter about KU. Just a thought I had, sorry if it's been posted already.

It's been discussed but really no apparent reason regarding when or where the teams are playing.

 

[AttakOfDaClones]

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There are an awful lot of conspiracy theories floating around this thread. I thought it all sounded a little cloak and dagger, but was led to believe Rashad Vaughn’s mentor (Kaffey) was still quietly subject to an ongoing investigation. The suggestion was that this stemmed from Kaffey’s prior criminal background (robbery), a highly suspicious connection to Rashad’s transfer to the UNLV booster supported Findlay Prep program and a pay-for-play scam unknowingly perpetrated against Rashad by Kaffey. Who knows the truth, but it is fair to say we will have a little clearer picture on Tuesday.

That theory was offered in a private conversation, but I believe it originated in part from 'Package deal' for former Cooper star Vaughn draws scrutiny | Star Tribune . This article seems to make the same basic suggestion.

I just re-read this article and feel like I need to go take a shower. I'm not sure why I ever thought we were truly in the lead, but I still have some hope.

 

[cysox2]

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I know some of you like to check other boards. Anyone been to unlvs board to see how they feel about their chances? Not that it would be a good indicator, just wondering if they feel like they've got him wrapped up.

 

[CyFan61]

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I know some of you like to check other boards. Anyone been to unlvs board to see how they feel about their chances? Not that it would be a good indicator, just wondering if they feel like they've got him wrapped up.

Their fans are too busy discussing Star Wars movies in their RV announcement thread, with bouts of ripping Ames, IA mixed in.

 

[WIB]

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I kind of like how this has turned out. Obviously I would like it more if everyone was confident he was going to ISU but still. Now nobody is expecting him at Iowa State, if he does come everyone will be surprised. I'd rather be surprised he came here then shocked he choose somewhere else. I guess I'm really digging at this point.

 

[F5cy]

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If Rashad's choice were simply as easy as choosing the fan base with the most passion and desire for him to attend their university, we would win hands down.

But, it's not about that.

CycloneFanatic for a reason. Rashad Vaughn avatar because I think he's a great fit for Fred's system and we have more to offer him than the other schools and he'd obviously benefit us equally. I still want him to be a Cyclone for the right reasons, but if he chooses another school, I'll happily throw Melvin Ejim up as my new avatar and be thankful we have a guy like him representing our University and program with Integrity, Character, and Pride.

 

[cyclonemagic]

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All this speculation and attempts to guess Rashad Vaughn's choice on Tuesday is comical. I believe RV, who is very confident of his choice, is quietly challenging the fans of the schools he is recruiting to a "game of wits". Of course, we look like this.....

[video=youtube;U_eZmEiyTo0]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U_eZmEiyTo0[/video]

 

[Cyclonepride]

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I kind of like how this has turned out. Obviously I would like it more if everyone was confident he was going to ISU but still. Now nobody is expecting him at Iowa State, if he does come everyone will be surprised. I'd rather be surprised he came here then shocked he choose somewhere else. I guess I'm really digging at this point.

At the end of the day, an early announcement gives us more time for recruiting should he choose someone else.

 

[Seedman]

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I just re-read this article and feel like I need to go take a shower. I'm not sure why I ever thought we were truly in the lead, but I still have some hope.

It is possible to conclude Rashad would not commit to UNLV in order to avoid being caught up in the implied corruption that may be alleged.

 

[cloneluke80]

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after reading that article, I have the heeby-jeebies. I sure hope this all goes well for Rashad. Careful not to step in the ********!

 

[allfourcy]

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We had him from September to November, but he just waited too long and down it went.

you might be right. What happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas.

 

[ajk4st8]

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I honestly fear UNLV more than the others for some reason.

From 9/10/2013


Nice Cydkar. You jinxed it.

 

[Seedman]

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after reading that article, I have the heeby-jeebies. I sure hope this all goes well for Rashad. Careful not to step in the ********!

I think Rashad is a good kid, but very possibly caught in the middle of something that may get very ugly and could dog him for the rest of his life. Whatever happens, I wish nothing but the best for him! When you are young and impressionable, you desperately need people in your life to trust. By all accounts, Pete Kaffey is not one of those that should be trusted! I have always said, “if a dog bites me once, shame on him. If he bites me twice, shame on me.” Unfortunately for Rashad, Pete has already proven to the world he bits.

Nothing more positive could occur in Rashad’s life than to get hooked up with a man of incredible integrity like Fred Hoiberg, but that statement may be difficult for Rashad to fully appreciate without the benefit of hindsight.

 

[BallSoHard4Cy]

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I think I'm going to make a timeline of the history of the Vaughn recruiting thread.

 

[CycloneErik]

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I think I'm going to make a timeline of the history of the Vaughn recruiting thread.

Make it some kind of interpretive timeline that takes into account the context of the times.
Show the story and tell the story.

 

[Bewilderme]

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Seedman...shhhhh

 

[CarlHungus]

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Flip Saunders ‏@f_saunders 14m​

Rashad Vaughn told coach hoiberg he won't be attending iowa state./[COLOR]URL="https://twitter.com/f_saunders/status/432386864884875267"]Expand[/URL]​

Who is this person that tweeted this?