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Post by fisherville on Oct 14, 2015 16:53:16 GMT -8
Full-Time Hoops @fulltimehoops1 · 49m49 minutes ago TJ Leaf will take two final official visits to SDSU (this weekend) and to UCLA (Oct. 23) and could sign during fall signing period, per dad
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Post by Gundo on Oct 14, 2015 16:56:08 GMT -8
Full-Time Hoops @fulltimehoops1 · 49m49 minutes ago TJ Leaf will take two final official visits to SDSU (this weekend) and to UCLA (Oct. 23) and could sign during fall signing period, per dad Father knows best.
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Post by sdcoug on Oct 14, 2015 17:04:45 GMT -8
Just my $0.02 worth, but what about our (crappy) conference being a factor. The P12 has always been pretty good as a conference. Yes I know we had 5 teams in the tourney just a few years back, but they all laid an egg in the tourney except us. At some point don't kids look at the whole picture and not necessarily just the school? The P12 network reaches a lot of homes. Depends in what context? It gets only one-fifth of the amount getting the BX Network or SEC Network & much less than CBSSN. It's why it's always financially underperformed. They screwed the pooch with DTV.
Do agree with everything else re: the conferences though EXCEPT for 2 things: 1) Gonzaga & 2) UNLV. Zags are in a worse conference IMO, and do fine. UNLV is in our conference. With hoops, unlike football, you're more like to get to the big stage at a mid-major so although we may not get the prime ESPN broadcasts we're still relevant nationally. Plus, his familiar can go to home games easily, which IMO would trump having your friends/family watch on ESPN vs. ESPN3.
Oregon & UCLA aren't just in the Pac 12, they have terrific facilities & are big name schools. With Leaf I think it's not necessarily the conference - if Zimmerman can go to UNLV he can come here - but more so about the total package. Oregon has a great 2016 class, a great campus, & $$$$$$. They offer the ultimate bling factor. UCLA is a legendary program, has many of his teammates & is also close to home. I'd venture to guess if he goes to either those might be more of a factor than TV exposure.
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Post by tayloner on Oct 14, 2015 17:44:59 GMT -8
Cool that TJ is taking an "official" here, him and his family had previously said he's visited our campus so many times over the years he didn't need an official, but glad he gets to spend some extra time checking out the JAM Center. I think someone else asked, but he's not allowed to scrimmage with current players right, like not even as "friends playing ball" type thing?
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Post by MrPerfect on Oct 14, 2015 18:00:09 GMT -8
Full-Time Hoops @fulltimehoops1 · 49m49 minutes ago TJ Leaf will take two final official visits to SDSU (this weekend) and to UCLA (Oct. 23) and could sign during fall signing period, per dad Father knows best. It's time for The Show to make some crazy signs to show TJ some love.
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Post by sdcoug on Oct 14, 2015 18:02:26 GMT -8
Cool that TJ is taking an "official" here, him and his family had previously said he's visited our campus so many times over the years he didn't need an official, but glad he gets to spend some extra time checking out the JAM Center. I think someone else asked, but he's not allowed to scrimmage with current players right, like not even as "friends playing ball" type thing? Sure you can. Just not during practice I believe, and you may not even be able to have coaches present. Not sure on the latter. But they can play some ball together in the Rec center, and I'd even guess at the JAM center after hours.
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Post by MrPerfect on Oct 14, 2015 18:03:24 GMT -8
It's a perfect situation for TJ in 2016. Malik Pope will likely head to the NBA and TJ can step right in to take over his spot. Also, he will be surrounded by 3 highly rated players who is redshirting this year.
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Post by MrPerfect on Oct 14, 2015 18:03:53 GMT -8
The Show need to do their things this weekend.
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Post by aztecwin on Oct 15, 2015 6:16:44 GMT -8
I travel for work and have been living out of a suitcase for over 22 years. TJ will most likely be in the NBA very soon and will also be living life out of a suitcase. With that being said, I do understand that the allure of life away from home, in Oregon or Los Angeles, could be extremely attractive to a young man who would be spreading his wings (away from mom and dad) for the first time. However, he would be wise to consider one last year or two at home, with family and friends, celebrating his immenant next step in life while playing for SDSU. He, most likely, will play in the NBA weather he attends UCLA, Oregon or our beloved Aztecs, regardless of his choice. It's gonna get incredibly hectic after a short college career. Stay home while you can TJ, focus on friends and family in San Diego, and put the suitcase away for another 12-24 months. Good point! I also lived a life of travel for about ten years. except for the flyer miles it can be a drag.
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Post by haleiwaaztec on Oct 15, 2015 9:04:30 GMT -8
Full-Time Hoops @fulltimehoops1 · 49m49 minutes ago TJ Leaf will take two final official visits to SDSU (this weekend) and to UCLA (Oct. 23) and could sign during fall signing period, per dad This is not insignificant and leads me to believe we have a legit shot. He already had an unofficial and home visit so the fact that he is getting an official visit means he is strongly considering SDSU. I'm hoping there is a lot of conversation at the Leaf household about how nice it would be to have him playing close to home.
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Post by ignoranus on Oct 15, 2015 9:08:46 GMT -8
SDSU looks like his best opportunity for PT & stardom.
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Post by sdmotohead on Oct 15, 2015 9:22:38 GMT -8
Can someone quickly remind me again why he decommitted from AZ?
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Post by AZTEC4LIFE1992 on Oct 15, 2015 9:32:00 GMT -8
Roomer has it that he was upset when the Arizona coach didn't pick him for the final roster on the USA U18 team that he was coachong
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Post by standiego on Oct 15, 2015 10:22:59 GMT -8
Believe that is correct . Most feel he wanted as much training to be one and done as possible in college. He needed to go to Israel to play on their team ,during the summer, for the extra experience. So that could be an important thing he is looking for who can prep him for PF or SF for the NBA . Wants a team with solid PG and one where he will play the 4 or 3 not the 5 . Also think he is really enjoying going on all the visits , having coaches come to him .... Could very easily see him not signing NLI , could verbal to a school or wait for the spring to make final decision . especially with the "NCAA" things that have been tossed out there .
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Post by twobits on Oct 15, 2015 10:29:53 GMT -8
Certainly would be nice to have a player of his rank here. With Pope being talked about as a lottery pick and KL tearing it up in the NBA, we could become a real choice for the very best players at the 3/4 position.
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Post by fisherville on Oct 15, 2015 10:59:01 GMT -8
Roomer has it that he was upset when the Arizona coach didn't pick him for the final roster on the USA U18 team that he was coachong This is incorrect.
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Post by Old School on Oct 15, 2015 11:46:18 GMT -8
I'm not holding my breath. With the recent smear campaign, I'm afraid we took a hit we won't recover from until next season.
Oldie Out
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Post by standiego on Oct 15, 2015 13:16:44 GMT -8
little doubt that we have been taking a hit and will continue as long as the allegation is out there and possible probation . Even though we have no clue what it is . So with that and even UCLA's situation . Would not surprise me if Leaf just may make a Verbal to a school or wait for the spring and not sign NLI.
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Post by thepapacy on Oct 15, 2015 13:22:57 GMT -8
We have some soft fans. We also have some repetitive fans.
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Post by opaztec on Oct 15, 2015 13:34:43 GMT -8
Idk about you guys, but even if he doesn't pick us I love the fact that we're in the mix. With all the ncaa clout hanging around, I think it's great having elite talent actually considering and having us in their top 3. Nothing but positive from a recruiting stand point.
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