Malik
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At least the Randle team didn't like losing. You could tell as much after the USC game when Aaron, very solemnly and coldly said something along the lines of: "what we're about to do is gonna be special."
I'm reserving judgement on the laughing...if they were the cause then that's unacceptable...but if Cal said something to the Ref to blow off steam or them to lighten the mood that was hysterical and got them weak... then i'm ok with it.
Just 1 game, we sucked at every aspect of the game, lucky UF didn't play that well in the 1st or we lose by 50....sometimes you have to laugh at yourself then move on and not feel sorry for yourself and dwell on it.
We will roll thru LSU, Bama and UT to get our groove back ...then UGA on the road will be a war.
Just 1 game, we sucked at every aspect of the game, lucky UF didn't play that well in the 1st or we lose by 50....sometimes you have to laugh at yourself then move on and not feel sorry for yourself and dwell on it.
We will roll thru LSU, Bama and UT to get our groove back ...then UGA on the road will be a war.
Yesterday I brought up the Oregon and Arizona game, I was told oh that happens to every good team every once in a while, getting blown out that is, well guess what it happened to us, move on from it, we don't know what these young men have been going through, sickness running through the team, injury to Fox, I still see this team making a run, don't care if we're a 1 seed or 5 seed, I still believe 2 no. 1 "s won't make it out of 1st weekend been a crazy year,
A duck lets the water roll off it's back . Crying would not have changed the outcome .
Not exactly but I heared the Rowdy Reptiles were mockingly singing Monk happy Birthday so let's not crucify the kid.
I know you run a "players first" program and I respect that. It is part of your recruiting strategy and is one of the cornerstones of how you connect to today's "me first" youth. I get that.
One thing going forward, though. You are also charged with maintaining the UK program. Of carrying the baton forward from what all those who came before you established. The Kentucky basketball program is unique in the intimacy of the bond between the fans and the program. It is part of the very fiber of a Kentuckian. A cherished special thing that is handed down to kids and families that will never step foot on the UK campus.
When you are recruiting you have to make potential recruits understand that if the name "Kentucky" means nothing to them then you don't want them here. I know we might miss out on a player or two or maybe some may look at that as naive, but players can respect and understand what it means to the State of Kentucky to play basketball at the University of Kentucky before heading on to a long and successful NBA career. They need not be mutually exclusive.
We should never see a UK star player laughing and cutting up on the bench while Kentucky is being blown out. We should never have players that view Kentucky as nothing more than a stepping stone to an NBA paycheck. You are fundamentally undermining the very essence of Kentucky by fielding such players and such teams. The bond that unites us all as Kentucky fans is not taken for granted. It is earned each year and maintained through a shared precious culture of discipline, effort, and respect for the game. We don't flop. We don't floor slap. We don't ever rush the court. We applaud opposing players that fight on valiantly in defeat or even in victory against our Cats because the game, and more importantly what the game reveals, is an important part of how we view ourselves as Kentuckians.
Please understand a little bit more of the part you play in maintaining our traditions. Of passing on the program you were the caretaker of to new players, coaches and generations of UK fans down the line.
You, and the players you bring here, like it or not and warts and all, will become part of a permanent thing having added your part. The outcome of which is uncertain and to be contested.
What do you want that part to be and how do you want it to be remembered? What are you communicating to your players about that as I would prefer this spectacle to not be a part of it:
One thing going forward, though. You are also charged with maintaining the UK program. Of carrying the baton forward from what all those who came before you established. The Kentucky basketball program is unique in the intimacy of the bond between the fans and the program. It is part of the very fiber of a Kentuckian. A cherished special thing that is handed down to kids and families that will never step foot on the UK campus.
When you are recruiting you have to make potential recruits understand that if the name "Kentucky" means nothing to them then you don't want them here. I know we might miss out on a player or two or maybe some may look at that as naive, but players can respect and understand what it means to the State of Kentucky to play basketball at the University of Kentucky before heading on to a long and successful NBA career. They need not be mutually exclusive.
We should never see a UK star player laughing and cutting up on the bench while Kentucky is being blown out. We should never have players that view Kentucky as nothing more than a stepping stone to an NBA paycheck. You are fundamentally undermining the very essence of Kentucky by fielding such players and such teams. The bond that unites us all as Kentucky fans is not taken for granted. It is earned each year and maintained through a shared precious culture of discipline, effort, and respect for the game. We don't flop. We don't floor slap. We don't ever rush the court. We applaud opposing players that fight on valiantly in defeat or even in victory against our Cats because the game, and more importantly what the game reveals, is an important part of how we view ourselves as Kentuckians.
Please understand a little bit more of the part you play in maintaining our traditions. Of passing on the program you were the caretaker of to new players, coaches and generations of UK fans down the line.
You, and the players you bring here, like it or not and warts and all, will become part of a permanent thing having added your part. The outcome of which is uncertain and to be contested.
What do you want that part to be and how do you want it to be remembered? What are you communicating to your players about that as I would prefer this spectacle to not be a part of it:
The spacing for the guards would improve with Mulder and Willis in the corners use Fox and Bam in pick and roll and Monk coming off screens it's not that hard but Cal allegiance to Briscoe makes this a moot point
Fans should know that it is ok for a 19 year old to laugh off a rival student section chant directed at them. Even during a loss.
Especially during a blowout that had been over for 30 minutes.
Any fan that cannot accept this needs to grow up and never raise any children.
I am proud that Cal's players have all seemed to be solid young men we are proud of not immature temper tantrum meanies like some of our righteous fans.
Especially during a blowout that had been over for 30 minutes.
Any fan that cannot accept this needs to grow up and never raise any children.
I am proud that Cal's players have all seemed to be solid young men we are proud of not immature temper tantrum meanies like some of our righteous fans.
Completely disagree with the OP
I never recall laughing when we got beat back in the day when I played.
I will say the ball just dies in his hands. Bogs down the offense. Shoot it or pass it. I wanted to scream it a couple of times last night. His play has went backwards lately.
I wish Cal were like Saban in the sense that if a player isn't doing the way he wants, you come out period. Watch and learn a while or watch a long time if you can't learn.
I wish Cal were like Saban in the sense that if a player isn't doing the way he wants, you come out period. Watch and learn a while or watch a long time if you can't learn.
I don't want to question Calipari and coaching, but I do wish he would take better care of himself. He needs to slim down and I know for a fact that it would change his approach to every facet of his life.
Only reason Cal would be marketing Briscoe to the league is to get rid of him.
Your continued NBA rants are so tiring even for a fellow Navy guy. Geeeeez.
Crying about the NBA is a pansy excuse for fans who cant handle reality. Cal wants to win more than you do.
He's eating too much Orange Leaf me thinks lol
He's a kid. It's his personality. He's always laughing and smiling ALL THE TIME! Get over yourself! (And I've been a U.K. Fan since Vernon Hatton)I know you run a "players first" program and I respect that. It is part of your recruiting strategy and is one of the cornerstones of how you connect to today's "me first" youth. I get that.
One thing going forward, though. You are also charged with maintaining the UK program. Of carrying the baton forward from what all those who came before you established. The Kentucky basketball program is unique in the intimacy of the bond between the fans and the program. It is part of the very fiber of a Kentuckian. A cherished special thing that is handed down to kids and families that will never step foot on the UK campus.
When you are recruiting you have to make potential recruits understand that if the name "Kentucky" means nothing to them then you don't want them here. I know we might miss out on a player or two or maybe some may look at that as naive, but players can respect and understand what it means to the State of Kentucky to play basketball at the University of Kentucky before heading on to a long and successful NBA career. They need not be mutually exclusive.
We should never see a UK star player laughing and cutting up on the bench while Kentucky is being blown out. We should never have players that view Kentucky as nothing more than a stepping stone to an NBA paycheck. You are fundamentally undermining the very essence of Kentucky by fielding such players and such teams. The bond that unites us all as Kentucky fans is not taken for granted. It is earned each year and maintained through a shared precious culture of discipline, effort, and respect for the game. We don't flop. We don't floor slap. We don't ever rush the court. We applaud opposing players that fight on valiantly in defeat or even in victory against our Cats because the game, and more importantly what the game reveals, is an important part of how we view ourselves as Kentuckians.
Please understand a little bit more of the part you play in maintaining our traditions. Of passing on the program you were the caretaker of to new players, coaches and generations of UK fans down the line.
You, and the players you bring here, like it or not and warts and all, will become part of a permanent thing having added your part. The outcome of which is uncertain and to be contested.
What do you want that part to be and how do you want it to be remembered? What are you communicating to your players about that as I would prefer this spectacle to not be a part of it:
Not that any of those AZZHOLES that write on CBSSports would even try to give a UK kid any leeway.......maybe even consider the facts? Nah!
Can't watch the video with adblocker enabled, garbage link
You guys are hilarious.
Yes Throatpoker they were singing to him you ultra troll.
The rest of you think this combat.
None of you played at this level, none of you know the kid.
The CBS writer is dumb and many of our fans come off as desperate.
The kid laughed for a few seconds at some song from rival students.
You guys can keep on throwing remote controls, beating your wives and kicking your dogs over a bunch of teenagers losing a game.
The kid has won games for this team. He obviously cares.
The last few seconds of a blowout means nothing about a team.
Dont be "that dad" at the game expecting your child to be that killer instinct 9 year old...
This group has numerous flaws, a 5 second giggle is not one.
I know I gobbled up some friends in this response... i mean it with all due respect brothers.
Cal has created a OAD monster, it must be fed, it sometimes turns on you as a coach, but it is still a monster capable of Final Fours and occasional NCAA titles, this is Kentucky Basketball under Cal.
It is relevant in every way so the criticism and praise spirals to the nth degree.
It is relevant in every way so the criticism and praise spirals to the nth degree.
Hmmmmm. ...... 82% winning percentage, 4 final fours with two of those resulting in a runner-up and championship in 7 years.
Billy Clyde-Jack ****
Tubby- 10 years, 76% wins, 1 Final Four resulting in a championship
RickyP- 8 years, 81% wins, 3 Final Fours resulting in a championship and runner-up
Eddie Sutton- 4 year, 72% wins, NO FINAL FOURS
JoeB- 13 years, 75% wins, 3 Final Fours resulting in a championship and runner-up
Uncle Adolph- 42 years, 82% wins, 6 Final Fours resulting in 5 championships and a runner-up
Looks like he understands Kentucky basketball pretty damned well.............so well that it would appear that his numbers are better than the five coaches that follow Adolph and precede him.
Billy Clyde-Jack ****
Tubby- 10 years, 76% wins, 1 Final Four resulting in a championship
RickyP- 8 years, 81% wins, 3 Final Fours resulting in a championship and runner-up
Eddie Sutton- 4 year, 72% wins, NO FINAL FOURS
JoeB- 13 years, 75% wins, 3 Final Fours resulting in a championship and runner-up
Uncle Adolph- 42 years, 82% wins, 6 Final Fours resulting in 5 championships and a runner-up
Looks like he understands Kentucky basketball pretty damned well.............so well that it would appear that his numbers are better than the five coaches that follow Adolph and precede him.
Monk never rebounds, plays D, or has any assists. He never does anything through the course of a game to help his teammates. He just looks to shoot....and that's it. It was clear as day he didn't care about losing yesterday. It all adds up. He may not be toxic in that he's starting fights and outwardly causing trouble. He absolutely rips this team apart with his over the top selfishness on the court.
This is only February, so we've got 10 more months but this has to be the leading candidate for stupidest post of the year. Congrats!
I know you run a "players first" program and I respect that. It is part of your recruiting strategy and is one of the cornerstones of how you connect to today's "me first" youth. I get that.
One thing going forward, though. You are also charged with maintaining the UK program. Of carrying the baton forward from what all those who came before you established. The Kentucky basketball program is unique in the intimacy of the bond between the fans and the program. It is part of the very fiber of a Kentuckian. A cherished special thing that is handed down to kids and families that will never step foot on the UK campus.
When you are recruiting you have to make potential recruits understand that if the name "Kentucky" means nothing to them then you don't want them here. I know we might miss out on a player or two or maybe some may look at that as naive, but players can respect and understand what it means to the State of Kentucky to play basketball at the University of Kentucky before heading on to a long and successful NBA career. They need not be mutually exclusive.
We should never see a UK star player laughing and cutting up on the bench while Kentucky is being blown out. We should never have players that view Kentucky as nothing more than a stepping stone to an NBA paycheck. You are fundamentally undermining the very essence of Kentucky by fielding such players and such teams. The bond that unites us all as Kentucky fans is not taken for granted. It is earned each year and maintained through a shared precious culture of discipline, effort, and respect for the game. We don't flop. We don't floor slap. We don't ever rush the court. We applaud opposing players that fight on valiantly in defeat or even in victory against our Cats because the game, and more importantly what the game reveals, is an important part of how we view ourselves as Kentuckians.
Please understand a little bit more of the part you play in maintaining our traditions. Of passing on the program you were the caretaker of to new players, coaches and generations of UK fans down the line.
You, and the players you bring here, like it or not and warts and all, will become part of a permanent thing having added your part. The outcome of which is uncertain and to be contested.
What do you want that part to be and how do you want it to be remembered? What are you communicating to your players about that as I would prefer this spectacle to not be a part of it:
Geez ,,,, Not another "open letter" to Coach Cal ,,,, If Cal wants your advice OP I am sure he will call you ,,,, Now, step away from the ledge and come down from the roof of Rupp Arena
I noticed a much bigger gutt on him last night than I've seen in some time and he didn't use his weekly "just for men" hair colorer. A new team every year is wearing him out, whether he'll admit it or not.
You're views and mine differ on this. But a lot Of assuming in your post IMO. Monk is a great kid by all accounts but he's still human and likely to do dumb things. He did one last night just like Briscoe did by shooting off his mouth.
If we're keeping score you said you could take Bam off the dribble right? So it's easy to make others posts look silly right?
If he does he will get T'd up for sure depending on who is calling the game