“Pope can not recruit”

saxonburgcat

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How’s Pope convincing these players to come to UK for pennies on the dollar?

Easy. He threw in some lottery tickets and gift cards to Denny's. The players didn't really care but their grandparents went wild!
 

philstat

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Luis shot 3 -18 against Arkansas Since you place a premium shooting (checking your Quaintance posts) why do you want Luis?

He had an offnight, happens to everyone, overall, he had a superstar year.
 
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ArtLaibsGhost_rivals

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I am all in for Pope. Watching him stay after a huge win on the road at Oklahoma ,and talk to every UK fan there did it for me. The guy is super smart,works like a demon, loves Kentucky ,what's not to like. I never had any doubt that he would construct a highly competitive team for next season I still can't understand why so many can't recognize the stupendous job he did last season. The future is bright.
 

Runt#1969

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Something I just want to mention ...

getting Mo D from 'Bama to come over, and snagging a dude like JQ (other option I thought he would actually go to was Auburn) and he DID NOT go to Auburn. It's awesome to see the other schools not able to outmaneuver CMP and Kentucky.

I'm thinking Pearl would've really loved to have had JQ. And I am sure Oates would have preferred Mo D to stay, instead of enter the portal.

Yeah, Coach Pope can't recruit or work the portal or do anything in the face of all these other great coaches to get any players to come to little old Kentucky.... hahaha

:)
 
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eb4ukcats

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I'm a little older than most, on this board. I believe in Pope, but was concerned because the recruits don't know him like our fan base does. So yes I was concerned, but somehow he's pulled off another legit transfer/ high school recruiting class 😁
 
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Susan2361

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We? Don't include everyone in that group.
Yes, don't include me in that group. I have tried to tell everyone to just be patient and that Pope and staff are OBVIOUSLY not going to reveal their hand. That would be stupid. And Coach Pope is definitely not stupid. Then all teams would know Kentucky's game plan. People just need to have a little patience. Patience is a virtue that some on here obviously don't have. Please just chill.💙💙💙
 

Bluegrassking

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I got called a troll by someone that's never posted anything positive on here in 9000+ posts because I said Pope was being meticulous in who he was choosing.
They probably just had no clue what meticulous means and it was easier to be offended and holler troll than it was to highlight the word they should have picked up in or around muddle middle school and select search.
 
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NociHTTP

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Yes, don't include me in that group. I have tried to tell everyone to just be patient and that Pope and staff are OBVIOUSLY not going to reveal their hand. That would be stupid. And Coach Pope is definitely not stupid. Then all teams would know Kentucky's game plan. People just need to have a little patience. Patience is a virtue that some on here obviously don't have. Please just chill.💙💙💙
I've learned my lesson on this one, that's for sure!
 
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Anyone talking about recruiting nowadays is just totally off base. There is no traditional recruiting. I think pope and staff would kill it if there was.

At best, actual recruiting will get you a slight discount. Nothing more. Its all about the bag.
 
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crxohio

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Who are you?
Swears he is nothing but positive vibes, all the while throwing shade at others. You can reference this from past and present comments. I've asked time and time again. Let's work it out! We are both fans. We'll I am. I know that. I was getting cats pause in the mail since 1990ish
 

FilsonCat

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Pope has definitely upgraded the frontcourt athleticism and defensive potential from our last squad. He's seen what it takes to survive the SEC schedule and he's changing things up. Our next squad will be able to challenge more shots and rebound better on both ends.

We will also have two point guards on the roster who will be able to break teams down with the dribble. Losing Lamont Butler is huge, because he was absolutely clutch, and was a terror of an on the ball defender. Opponents had to account for Butler at all times, and keep screeners close to the ball to dislodge him. I am hoping that Lowe can improve on defense and shoot well enough to keep teams from dropping coverage.

The other area we might step back is in not having someone like Brea on the roster. He was basically money from deep and a constant threat to score. Kam Williams, Chandler, Noah, and Perry may be able to help fill the void by committee, but Brea was a special offensive talent with lots of polish and great moves.

I think in the context of what is going on behind the scenes at some other programs, Pope is doing a remarkable job. He's got a knack for assembling teams that work, and I am hoping that he can really put his stamp on the final pieces for this class.
 

awf

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The real question is if the people who were so impatient will learn anything from this portal season.

The answer:

Absolutely not.
This panic sets in every year...........no matter the coach.
 
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Top 5 high school class

Top 5 portal class


Top class overall?

Not sure that ranking exists, or matters even if it did (see Houston and Florida roster construct) but still, pope has shown he can bring in legit talent, and clearly isn’t doing so with his the shut like Cal did (without roster contraction or team build in mind).

Also as other have eluded to, he also seems to be prioritizing roster stability and balance. I don’t mind some one and done transfers and freshmen as an add to an already somewhat formed team.
 
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To all the anxiety ridden downers from the last week, 90% of you are forgiven, I get the sentiment and felt it too. Cal did really burn us into a bad place.

The remaining 10% can piss off, as we all know trolls were having a field day (or couple)
 

Play some D

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I can't take any more recruiting news. Pope has flexed his muscle. Now we get Mr. Quaintance ready to play.