I would think they hired him primarily because they can pitch his vast NBA connections to potential players, all of whom will have that as their end goal. Compare that with other schools' GMs who don't have anywhere near those connections or name recognition. Players may see that as a leg up toward their goals, thus it helps the Bonnies.

He's 55 years old. So I'd expect him to do this for 5 years, max.

I doubt he's going to be scouting Canisius vs Siena in a Monday night MAAC matchup.

spiderman said:

sorry. that all sounds good, but I don't see it. there will be little to no 5th year guys going forward. so no known transfers. he's just going to randomly watch a Siena game, and that'll somehow give them a leg up on Richmond if the Siena star decides to transfer???

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No - my point is that in reality, we all know schools are targeting players, and it is likely to increase with these GM roles - players that maybe were not thinking of transferring or they get to them early, before their season even ends.

Using your example - yes, he may be watching a Siena game because they have an all-league player who they identify would be a good fit if they decide to transfer. And maybe, in the dark underworld of college hoops, the GM can now work with the NIL before the current season is over - to get a package not only ready for this kid - who is still playing for Siena, but also communicate to this kid - likely through a donor, NIL sponsor, etc - hey, if you ever think of transferring when the year is over, Bonnies would love to have you and would be willing to pay 300K for you to come there.

As opposed to UR and other schools, who may be looking for kids to hit the portal, when at that point - it might be too late.

We can't seriously believe that all kids that hit the portal - hit it with an open mind. I am willing to bet a large percentage of them, have already been contacted one way or another by some schools, and within is 1-2 days - they have a small list they are interested in speaking with and visiting, etc.

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Well, I can't say I am a great shooter, or very quick, or jump very high.

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sounds similar to my scouting report.

I fear this great country will be brought to its knees by 12 years of liberal rule in this country, starting with Obama. A more devastating indictment of a failed generation of national leadership, from Clinton through Obama, could scarcely be penned. A Harris Administration would continue the decline.

A recently released report of the Commission on the National Defense Strategy, which was a panel of eight experts, highlighted the risks.

The bipartisan report details a devastating picture of political failure, strategic inadequacy and growing American weakness in a time of rapidly increasing danger. The U.S. faces the “most serious and most challenging” threats since 1945, including the real risk of “near-term major war.” The report warns: “The nation was last prepared for such a fight during the Cold War, which ended 35 years ago. It is not prepared today.”

Should such a conflict break out, “the Commission finds that the U.S. military lacks both the capabilities and the capacity required to be confident it can deter and prevail in combat.”

To summarize, World War III is becoming more likely in the near term, and the U.S. is too weak either to prevent it or, should war come, to be confident of victory.

https://www.armed-services.senate.gov/imo/media/doc/nds_commission_final_report.pdf

The world is about to erupt. These are all direct results of Kamala Harris' policies. One must connect the dots by analyzing the consequences of repeated American failure on the widely separated fronts of the international contest now taking place.

From Liberal columnists:

Washington Post columnist David Ignatius reports from Kyiv that Ukraine is “bleeding out” as its weary soldiers struggle against a numerically superior Russia.
The New York Times reports that China is expanding the geographical reach and escalating violence in its campaign to drive Philippine forces from islands and shoals that Beijing illegitimately claims.
And Bloomberg reports that Washington officials are fearful that Russia will help Iran cross the finish line in its race for nuclear weapons.

All from liberal news outlets generally favorable to the Biden administration, tell a tragic and terrifying tale of global failure on the part of the U.S. and its allies. China, Russia and Iran are stepping up their attacks on what remains of the Pax Americana and continue to make gains at the expense of Washington and its allies around the world.

GKiller said:

Zone buster

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Well, I can't say I am a great shooter, or very quick, or jump very high. Best attribute may be a "competition problem"

the portal really makes it tough on freshmen.
a few years ago if a team graduated a group of guys like we just did, good freshmen would have a great opportunity to play. now you hit the portal and grab a few 22 year olds.

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Further to my case
1) I promise to change my JR avatar.
2) Once, many years ago, I was playing on Kenny Atkinson's team in the carpet gym and was on a rare burner - and KA started calling me "Money" when I shot.

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Zone buster

4) 11PM- Midnight - Will review all PR communications: 1st MS word spell check. 2) Review content and message. I'm not SF, but I will be an improvement in this area guaranteed.

Matter of time for a QB injury when he is running the ball a dozen times/game. Makes sense to run when it’s the best option, but we’ve been burned in past years with QB runs - example is Mancuso in VT game. That injury cost us several games.

3) Open office hours in the RC. Spidernation want to chat with the new GM. Come on down and get in line: Tuesday's 11:00AM to 12:30 PM and Thursday's 3PM-4:30PM.

The Freshman. It's a weird new portal / NIL world. I think on one hand, one may feel a need to provide some PT so as not to push a guy into the portal. On the other hand, if not getting minutes at Richmond, there are many college productive guys to fill out your roster now instead of take a chance on an unknown.

Love the look of McGlothin's game. But on the other hand, think Jaylen has some college ready strength and athleticism that maybe could gain him some minutes. I think the past 3 years we have had some really good/strong athletes on the wing/Big Forward (Bigs, Dji, Burton). This year, I don't know. Hoping AP is that guy. Dusan, like the looks of his game and scoring, but don't think he is comparable to a Bigs or Dji on D, hope to be proven wrong.

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Underappreciated I think is a good description. Maybe how he carried himself on court pretty reserved, but he could play & do many things.

I sat behind our bench at an away game, I think when TA was a freshman. He gets subbed out, & Moon who didn't even get up off his seat, just dryly says "Terry this isn't high school". as he walks to end of bench. I was too close to the scene so I had to hold back the chuckle.

and as SpiderK would say...definitely no handshake. Where is SpiderK these days?

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Hard to shake hands with T. rex arms…

Spiderk last post was Buffalo game?

Further to my case
1) I promise to change my JR avatar.
2) Once, many years ago, I was playing on Kenny Atkinson's team in the carpet gym and was on a rare burner - and KA started calling me "Money" when I shot.

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Good for St. Bonaventure, can only help them. Little surprising because Woj was still at top of his game at ESPN. But their article spells it all out and Woj clearly has a love for his alma mater.

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He may have been at the top of his game, but that job has to be demanding. Being attached to your phone 24 hours a day and trying to be first with the scoop. He made some money while at ESPN, so he can sit back and be passionate about his alma mater for a while.

8legs1dream said:

you got my vote ✔️

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That's 2 (you, me)

GKiller said:

The two freshman, Soulis & Tanner. That's my guess. But enough unknown that expect to be wrong on 1 of those.

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I think we're all kind of ruling out the freshmen ... because they're freshmen. but not based on anything else.

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But it can also help with transfer portal a lot I think. While the current coaches have to focus on the current team and games, Woj can be in the back room - watching other games, other teams and making a list of players that fit their system - so they are prepared when and if they hit the portal, or in the dark underworld of college hoops, they can be targeted for transfer before even hitting the portal.

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sorry. that all sounds good, but I don't see it. there will be little to no 5th year guys going forward. so no known transfers. he's just going to randomly watch a Siena game, and that'll somehow give them a leg up on Richmond if the Siena star decides to transfer???

news I did not expect to receive today 😆

spider23 said:

Spider23 applying for the job. I know - the good ol boy network does not like me. But I would be able to drive this forward, keeping all accountable.

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you got my vote ✔️

spiderman said:

agreed. I can't find the 3-4 guys who won't play regularly. heck, I'm not even 100% sure D'Entremont won't earn time.
do we know if everyone is healthy and working out? (specifically Soulis)

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The two freshman, Soulis & Tanner. That's my guess. But enough unknown that expect to be wrong on 1 of those.

Good for St. Bonaventure, can only help them. Little surprising because Woj was still at top of his game at ESPN. But their article spells it all out and Woj clearly has a love for his alma mater.

spiderman said:

also, how about the underappreciated Terry Allen coming in 3 times? had to go back and look at his stats. almost 1,500 points, and only played 13 mpg as a freshman. 7.7 rpg as a senior to go with 17.3 ppg and 2.2 apg.

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Underappreciated I think is a good description. Maybe how he carried himself on court pretty reserved, but he could play & do many things.

I sat behind our bench at an away game, I think when TA was a freshman. He gets subbed out, & Moon who didn't even get up off his seat, just dryly says "Terry this isn't high school". as he walks to end of bench. I was too close to the scene so I had to hold back the chuckle.

and as SpiderK would say...definitely no handshake. Where is SpiderK these days?

This is becoming more common - a GM role, which as Woj states in the article, will help with NIL, Recruiting, Transfer portal, and probably anything else head coach needs.

To me - I think it could be a big help with NIL, especially when you get someone with a prominent name like Woj from ESPN. It might be a boost to NIL initially. But it can also help with transfer portal a lot I think. While the current coaches have to focus on the current team and games, Woj can be in the back room - watching other games, other teams and making a list of players that fit their system - so they are prepared when and if they hit the portal, or in the dark underworld of college hoops, they can be targeted for transfer before even hitting the portal.

Will UR ever go down this path?