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Post by Deleted on Oct 13, 2015 14:19:20 GMT -8
Top three matters a lot. Now let's get this commitment
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Post by Fishn'Aztec on Oct 13, 2015 14:29:32 GMT -8
If we lose both Leaf and Cage (and Smith) to Oregon, that would be pretty tough to take. That would really suck. Track Town Pizza in Eugene sucks! I know we tried it!
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Post by MrPerfect on Oct 13, 2015 14:35:06 GMT -8
Oregon is the suicide capitol of the US. Why would anyone wants to live there? It rains most of the time and very cold. This is why they try to show the recruits the campus during summer or early Fall before the rain and cold hit Oregon.
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Post by azson on Oct 13, 2015 14:36:31 GMT -8
Not when it matters they haven't: NCAAT records since 2002: UCLA: 22-9 ORE: 10-7 SDSU: 6-8 2002 is a long way to go back. How about in the last 5 years, which are probably the only years TJ has been old enough to pay close attention UCLA: 5-4 ORE: 4-3 SDSU: 6-5 Looks better for us, but again, nothing to suggest that we've had so much more success than both of them.
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Post by Deleted on Oct 13, 2015 15:57:35 GMT -8
If it is important for Leaf's parents to be able to attend his games, and Leaf's father is a coach, then SDSU would be the best school for this to happen. If Leaf chooses Oregon, his parents won't be able to attend games that often, same for the week day games at UCLA [possible, but a huge challenge]. It would appear on the surface that those NCAA violations at UCLA are quite serious and much more in play then the rumors related to SDSU hoops. SDSU has a legit shot at getting Leaf! Now if we are able to pull in the 5-star Leaf, that would make it easier for another local 5-star Big, McCoy to also pick the Aztecs! Lastly, if this UCLA NCAA situation starts to get real sticky, Hands could change horses and come to SDSU as well.
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Post by Deleted on Oct 13, 2015 16:26:28 GMT -8
Lets hope that on Oct 30, 2015 - the day Leaf takes an Official Visit to UCLA, the traffic in and around LA is terrible!
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Post by sdcoug on Oct 13, 2015 16:37:31 GMT -8
Oregon is the suicide capitol of the US. Why would anyone wants to live there? It rains most of the time and very cold. This is why they try to show the recruits the campus during summer or early Fall before the rain and cold hit Oregon. Alaska is the suicide capital of the US, but Oregon is around 9th or 10th last I saw.
Eugene is actually one of the better places to live there IMO, but not somewhere I'd want to be in January/February. The thing with hoop guys though is they're usually inside 90% of the time between November & March so, unlike football, weather is less of an issue.
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Post by standiego on Oct 13, 2015 16:43:36 GMT -8
question . If the NCAA comes down with a suspension on a school , say for 2016 would a 2016 recruit be allowed to attend a different school that still has an open scholarship. Or could Leaf verbal but not sign binding NLI ? Would presume Leaf is looking for a school that he will get plenty of PT , plus preps him so he could be 1 and done for the Pros . Has track record of getting their PF's into the NBA draft.
Are most HS games played on Friday ? rather then Saturday or Sunday when colleges play ? So parents including dad ,who could take a year off to watch his son play . PAC usually schedules 2 home games close to each other and also puts the 2 road games close to each other . Oregon may play 2 games at home close together , then come down to play UCLA and USC , or Arizona and ASU , or CAL & Stanford .
We know he has had home visit from SDSU but has he taken Official or Unofficial lately know he has come campus and to games in the past ?
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Post by Boise Aztec on Oct 13, 2015 16:52:52 GMT -8
I remember this time two years ago and how someone started a thread about how we might get all three of Kell, Pope and Cheatham.
There were many, just like those posting on this thread who said no chance, we Likely won't even get one.
There were others that said we would likely get at least one and some who thought we could get more than one.
We got all three.
Folks, there is a new reality, one in which SDSU beats Arizona, UK, KU, UCLA, etc. For some of the top recruits. We won't win the majority, but we will win our fair share.
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Post by PAC12 Aztec on Oct 13, 2015 17:06:41 GMT -8
I think it is great we are in his final 3! It is goIng to be so awesome when he picks the Aztecs! I am going to stay positive and look forward to seeing his name called in the startIng line up next year.
"And now startIng at Power Forward from right here in San Diego....... TTTTTTTTTT JJJJJJJJJJJ LLLLLLLEEEEEEEAAAAAAFFFFFF"
It just sounds like it belongs
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Post by sdcoug on Oct 13, 2015 17:11:37 GMT -8
question . If the NCAA comes down with a suspension on a school , say for 2016 would a 2016 recruit be allowed to attend a different school that still has an open scholarship. Or could Leaf verbal but not sign binding NLI ? Would presume Leaf is looking for a school that he will get plenty of PT , plus preps him so he could be 1 and done for the Pros . Has track record of getting their PF's into the NBA draft. Are most HS games played on Friday ? rather then Saturday or Sunday when colleges play ? So parents including dad ,who could take a year off to watch his son play . PAC usually schedules 2 home games close to each other and also puts the 2 road games close to each other . Oregon may play 2 games at home close together , then come down to play UCLA and USC , or Arizona and ASU , or CAL & Stanford . We know he has had home visit from SDSU but has he taken Official or Unofficial lately know he has come campus and to games in the past ? If you're SIGNED (LOI) you're binding, so can't just jump ship if something comes up. Often though if a kid makes a stink, like when the coach who recruited them gets canned, and asks to be released the school will release them (often with some stipulations).
Yes, kids do NOT have to sign a NLI - you can just sign scholarship papers which are non-binding in either direction I believe. Can't remember the exact term. If I'm a parent of a stud that's what I'd do, or I'd suggest signing during the late period. However, many don't want to have to deal with the process during their season and/or get afraid that the desired programs will fill up without them. So some risk involved, which many don't want to take. A kid like Leaf wouldn't have to worry about it if he signed late; every program would make room.
I personally don't see him as a 1 & done.
Believe most HS programs play on BOTH Friday & Saturday nights during conference season, although I'm sure that's changed a little in many areas. Again, most don't want to have to deal with recruiting during their season, so my guess is Leaf will have committed somewhere by late October so doubtful he'll make any "unofficials" for games. You never know though. I've heard he's been to quite a few at Viejas, so don't think additional visits would really change things for him here?
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Post by 84aztec96 on Oct 13, 2015 17:15:08 GMT -8
I remember this time two years ago and how someone started a thread about how we might get all three of Kell, Pope and Cheatham. There were many, just like those posting on this thread who said no chance, we Likely won't even get one. There were others that said we would likely get at least one and some who thought we could get more than one. We got all three. Folks, there is a new reality, one in which SDSU beats Arizona, UK, KU, UCLA, etc. For some of the top recruits. We won't win the majority, but we will win our fair share. The truth. We are the real deal. School, Team / players, coaches, facilities, and fans. College Basketball doesn't get any better than this.
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Post by pnoyaztec on Oct 13, 2015 17:38:05 GMT -8
Leaf is local and has attended games at Viejas on numerous occasions. He KNOWS what it's like. He KNOWS how much we love our players. He also KNOWS that, if he attends SDSU, he will be the SECOND COMING...or should I say the FIRST COMING. The Leaf's know Fisher is one of the best coaches in the country. SDSU, although not a national brand, is certainly in the conversation. Six straight NCAAs and ten 20 win seasons. His coming to SDSU would be a huge positive for Leaf as well as the program. There aren't too many freshman who can just come in and expect to start from day 1 on a team, with his help, that can make a serious push for Elite 8 or better. Couple that with a stable of great recruits and young players and you have a situation where these players finally get over the sweet 16 proverbial "hump." We all know that...and I'm sure Fisher and co have intimated that as well.
Don't know anything about Oregon's program, but I did google their basketball attendance. Last year, their attendance was so poor, they actually lowered ticket prices. Now, I've read on this forum that their program has had some success in recent years. Riddle me this, "Then how is it that they can only muster 6,209 fans a game?" UCLA, on the other hand, averages 8,000. Add to the fact that UCLA's roster is stacked and full. Bryce Alford will probably give up his scholarship in order to make room for Leaf. UCLA's brand itself brings in McDonald All-Americans and other 5* players, so Leaf would be competing for playing time (not that he may mind).
Win or lose, Leaf is fully aware of the consequences of his decision. There are 12,414 fans just chomping at the bit to welcome Leaf into the SDSU family. UCLA is UCLA. Oregon is Oregon. To think we have no chance, however, is plain ludicrous. There isn't a better place to play in the WEST than Viejas. UCLA and Oregon's fan base is minor league compared to the SHOW. To borrow a quote from Navy errr...Utah State errrrr...the Show, "I believe we will win" the Leaf sweepstakes. We are Charlie from Charlie and the Chocolate Factory in that we hold the golden ticket.
Can't wait! - Bart Scott
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Post by AztecBill on Oct 13, 2015 18:33:04 GMT -8
That's my Kindle Fire! Thanks! The WORST browser in the history of bad browsers. It came up fine on my kindle. Better browser than my Samsung 6.
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Post by Azthetic on Oct 13, 2015 18:40:08 GMT -8
The WORST browser in the history of bad browsers. It came up fine on my kindle. Better browser than my Samsung 6. Hold on.....still loading on my Commodore 64!!!
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Post by Azthetic on Oct 13, 2015 18:41:41 GMT -8
The WORST browser in the history of bad browsers. It came up fine on my kindle. Better browser than my Samsung 6. Hold on.....still loading on my Commodore 64!!!
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Post by AztecBill on Oct 13, 2015 18:46:13 GMT -8
I am sure he remembers DJ GAY being yelled by 12,414. Yelling TJ LEAF would be great. Announcer needs to intro him last, like Gay.
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Post by azteca on Oct 13, 2015 19:19:37 GMT -8
Last month I spoke with someone who is affiliated with UCLA and he felt good that the Bruins would land Leaf. Not someone to blow smoke out his behind.
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Post by aztecanthony on Oct 13, 2015 20:10:17 GMT -8
Last month I spoke with someone who is affiliated with UCLA and he felt good that the Bruins would land Leaf. Not someone to blow smoke out his behind. Well I'm no one to be trifled with, or blow smoke up or out of anywhere. I'm confident we have an excellent chance to land Leaf. TJ knows that the UCLA fans are spoiled rotten, anything less than an NCAA championship is viewed as a let down. They only draw 8,000 fans with all the 5 stars, history, and most heavily populated metropolis in the Nation, Shameful!! The enthusiasm at Viejas is unparalleled on the west coast, good thing TJ has been in Viejas to witness all this for himself. I remain optimistic in spite of the naysayers.
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Post by Deleted on Oct 13, 2015 20:14:28 GMT -8
Last month I spoke with someone who is affiliated with UCLA and he felt good that the Bruins would land Leaf. Not someone to blow smoke out his behind. Last month, before the allegations of academic fraud hit the street? I think that changes things and is a reason why we are still in his final three. If his parents being able to attend his games is a high priority, its between UCLA and SDSU. Before those rumors hit the street, I would give the inside track to UCLA, now, not so much.
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