Brand new poster---Issel, etc.

[WildcatfaninOhio]

No offense, but your ramblings would make more sense if you learned to post them in the original thread. You don't have to start a new one every time you have a thought.

 

[finneyswharf]

No offense, but your ramblings would make more sense if you learned to post them in the original thread. You don't have to start a new one every time you have a thought.

ok thanks for the advice and i will cut out the ramblings. maybe i am just not meant for this.

 

[NineSec95]

Just be yourself finneyswharf. Don't try to make everybody happy or you will be the most miserable poster here. Welcome.

 

[Bigblueforever]

No offense, but your ramblings would make more sense if you learned to post them in the original thread. You don't have to start a new one every time you have a thought.

Police at work.

 

[K-Town Kat]

Just be yourself finneyswharf. Don't try to make everybody happy or you will be the most miserable poster here. Welcome.

The poster actually gave him solid advice.

Starting a new thread with every thought and posting without breaks via paragraphs is a recipe for people simply ignoring anything he posts.

 

[jedwar]

finney I merged the threads. I agree with the poster advising keeping the same vein of thought in the original thread. Folks will appreciate that.

Welcome aboard and happy posting. Laying back and taking it all in is a good way to get a vibe and feeling for the boards. I've been around a long time and I still do this. Just my 2 cents.

 

[dezyDeco]

many years ago i was reading the main interview of the month in Playboy magazine and it was with Kareem. A long article. They ask him who was the toughest player he ever had to guard and his response was something like this: Big white guy named Dan Issel. Any of you see that? .

^^^Finney only bought Playboy for the articles.


Just kidding, old-timer. Welcome to the board, and please don't be discouraged by some of the comments. You'll get the hang of it.

By the way, if you haven't already discovered John Scott's UK site, give this link a try:

http://www.bigbluehistory.net/bb/Statistics/statistics.html

It has tons... and I mean TONS... of stuff that'd be right up your alley. Game summaries, player statistics, season results, etc.

 

[finneyswharf]

Welcome to the board. I doubt you will win over many of the younger crowd with your statements and the use of the word lame to describe last year's finish. But, I agree with you that Issel was something else and the younger crowd can't warm up to him very well since they never saw him play. Most probably never have even bothered seeing him play in videos and are mainly into the most recent players. I, myself, appreciate all eras of UK basketball and can't say I'm partial to the old days or what's going on now. I can say, though, I love what Cal has brought to the program and the excitement we all can enjoy every year, including what's coming up this season. I, like you, was very bummed to lose that last game last year but can't say it was lame at all. It was a remarkable run and a very good experienced team beat us in the Final Four. Hated it but still love that team and wouldn't have traded them for anything. I love all our past players and think they all have offered something special to the UK program in their own way but don't just get caught up in the good old days, enjoy what's happening now with as much passion as you did in Rupp's time. There were some disappointing finishes back in those days and earlier, I'm sure.

finney I merged the threads. I agree with the poster advising keeping the same vein of thought in the original thread. Folks will appreciate that.

Welcome aboard and happy posting. Laying back and taking it all in is a good way to get a vibe and feeling for the boards. I've been around a long time and I still do this. Just my 2 cents.

i appreciate what everyone has said. I will cool it. Hope everyone enjoys the season.

 

[jedwar]

Hope you're an active poster. I love perspectives from others about their experiences; UK related and otherwise.

My oldest son is at UK now and my youngest daughter probably will be in 2 years. So any UK related material I enjoy, BB or otherwise.

 

[dezyDeco]

i appreciate what everyone has said. I will cool it. Hope everyone enjoys the season.

Hmmm... saying "cool it"... reading Playboy... late 60's college days...

Do you have any pics from those days? Something like:

 

[WildcatfaninOhio]

finney I merged the threads. I agree with the poster advising keeping the same vein of thought in the original thread. Folks will appreciate that.

Welcome aboard and happy posting. Laying back and taking it all in is a good way to get a vibe and feeling for the boards. I've been around a long time and I still do this. Just my 2 cents.

Seriously hope I did not offend the OP. Sorry if I did. Welcome aboard, Finney.

 

[finneyswharf]

Hmmm... saying "cool it"... reading Playboy... late 60's college days...

Do you have any pics from those days? Something like:

funny as hell but about 180 degrees from me !

 

[Ukatz1]

i appreciate what everyone has said. I will cool it. Hope everyone enjoys the season.

Welcome Finney. I'm fairly new to posting also. Have been readingthis board for years. I remember the Issel/Pratt years very fondly. They were good enought to have been stars in any era. My first pro game to attend was the Kentucky Coronels at Freedom Hall when they had Issel, Pratt, Gilmore, and Dampier. They could have competed with any NBA team. Although they were fun to watch, the teams of the Cal era seem to be even more enjoyable. Win or lose(hope not) they are a credit to UK and Kentucky. Don't get upset if someone calls you a troll, because it will happen. Happend to me but I just laughed about it.

 

[Deacon Jim]

Welcome Finney. I'm fairly new to posting also. Have been readingthis board for years. I remember the Issel/Pratt years very fondly. They were good enought to have been stars in any era. My first pro game to attend was the Kentucky Coronels at Freedom Hall when they had Issel, Pratt, Gilmore, and Dampier. They could have competed with any NBA team. Although they were fun to watch, the teams of the Cal era seem to be even more enjoyable. Win or lose(hope not) they are a credit to UK and Kentucky. Don't get upset if someone calls you a troll, because it will happen. Happend to me but I just laughed about it.

Wewlcme

Welcome Finney. I'm fairly new to posting also. Have been readingthis board for years. I remember the Issel/Pratt years very fondly. They were good enought to have been stars in any era. My first pro game to attend was the Kentucky Coronels at Freedom Hall when they had Issel, Pratt, Gilmore, and Dampier. They could have competed with any NBA team. Although they were fun to watch, the teams of the Cal era seem to be even more enjoyable. Win or lose(hope not) they are a credit to UK and Kentucky. Don't get upset if someone calls you a troll, because it will happen. Happend to me but I just laughed about it.

Welcome aboard Finn Man. I too remember those Issel head fakes. He was alot of fun to watch.

 

[Deacon Jim]

Well I guess I butchered that post all to pieces. Ever since we`ve had this new board I`ve been posting like a drunken cave man.

 

[finneyswharf]

Wewlcme

Welcome aboard Finn Man. I too remember those Issel head fakes. He was alot of fun to watch.

All i know is that it is something bad so i could not possibly be one, but would someone please tell me what the hell a troll is ???

 

[kybassfan]

All i know is that it is something bad so i could not possibly be one, but would someone please tell me what the hell a troll is ???

From Wikia: Internet Troll-

In Internet slang, a troll (/ˈtroʊl/, /ˈtrɒl/) is a person who sows discord on the Internet by starting arguments or upsetting people, by posting inflammatory,[1] extraneous, or off-topic messages in an online community (such as a newsgroup, forum, chat room, or blog) with the deliberate intent of provoking readers into an emotional response[2] or of otherwise disrupting normal on-topic discussion.[3]

 

[ThroughBlue]

Go to ulismyman profile page to learn the ins and outs of being a troll

 

[Kycatspaws]

Typical Forum Troll

 

[finneyswharf]

From Wikia: Internet Troll-

In Internet slang, a troll (/ˈtroʊl/, /ˈtrɒl/) is a person who sows discord on the Internet by starting arguments or upsetting people, by posting inflammatory,[1] extraneous, or off-topic messages in an online community (such as a newsgroup, forum, chat room, or blog) with the deliberate intent of provoking readers into an emotional response[2] or of otherwise disrupting normal on-topic discussion.[3]

Thanks for the definition. Since my intent is the opposite of being inflammatory or argumentative in any way i should be good.

 

[will1976]

Any input from BBN's senior members is always welcomed. At 39 my history only goes to Coach Sutton or a few years before. Feel free to drop many tidbits of your fond wildcat memories!

 

[kybassfan]

Yeah, I think that definition is a bit broad myself. To get a good feel for a troll, check out some of those posts by fans from other sites in regards to Helm's banners or cheating at UNC. Even though they are polite, in some cases, they are here solely to stir up trouble.

By the way, you might have missed my earlier question. What's the origin of your handle, if you don't mind my asking? It reminded me of a seafood restaurant I visited once in New England. Finley's wharf or something like that. Too many decades ago for me to recall exactly. Just thought there might be a story behind it. In my case, I'm a fan of both the wildcats and bass fishing so I just stuck them together.

 

[finneyswharf]

Yeah, I think that definition is a bit broad myself. To get a good feel for a troll, check out some of those posts by fans from other sites in regards to Helm's banners or cheating at UNC. Even though they are polite, in some cases, they are here solely to stir up trouble.

By the way, you might have missed my earlier question. What's the origin of your handle, if you don't mind my asking? It reminded me of a seafood restaurant I visited once in New England. Finley's wharf or something like that. Too many decades ago for me to recall exactly. Just thought there might be a story behind it. In my case, I'm a fan of both the wildcats and bass fishing so I just stuck them together.

I wish i could have chosen a cool handle of some kind. I must have put something i could remember not really knowing it would be my handle on the Rafters. I am not so computer great. Actually Finney's Wharf is where I live. Or did. House recently burned down. Moved now.

 

[kybassfan]

I wish i could have chosen a cool handle of some kind. I must have put something i could remember not really knowing it would be my handle on the Rafters. I am not so computer great. Actually Finney's Wharf is where I live. Or did. House recently burned down. Moved now.

Sorry to hear about the house burning. Hope everyone got out safely.

Wouldn't worry about "cool handles". Just have fun posting about the cats.

 

[BlueSince92]

Throatpoker's got the only cool handle and it's not necessarily a good thing.

But he makes it work.

 

[kentucky_wildcat_#1]

It's always awesome when old people figure out how to use the internet. Most won't even attempt to try and learn. Don't go dying on us before the season starts and keep on cheering for the wildcats.

 

[finneyswharf]

It's always awesome when old people figure out how to use the internet. Most won't even attempt to try and learn. Don't go dying on us before the season starts and keep on cheering for the wildcats.

Yea i am old for sure but not THAT old. I will be around awhile i think and will definitely keep on cheering for the cats. Actually am very excited about this year.

 

[finneyswharf]

Yea i am old for sure but not THAT old. I will be around awhile i think and will definitely keep on cheering for the cats. Actually am very excited about this year.

67 is not that old, just means i have watched cats from Rupp on up. Must say the Cal era is very exciting to say the least. Game has changed so much. From freshmen having their own team to OAD's.

 

[railroadkat_1]

Hmmm... saying "cool it"... reading Playboy... late 60's college days...

Do you have any pics from those days? Something like:

 

[railroadkat_1]

I have been reading Rupp Rafters for years put never knew how to post. Have no idea if this will work. I attended Kentucky in late 60's. Calipari is great recruiter of course but the class of Isssel, Pratt, Casey, Moose, Busey, etc. was pretty damn good. Went to every freshman game and we were awesome. Dampier and Riley were seniors and we only went 13-13. Dont hear enough about Issel, Casey and Pratt on here. Would have won the title going away if Casey had not been hurt, he was great. Issel is arguably the most relevant player in history of UK basketball. I am having a ball watching Calipari's teams but was crushed this year. 4 lottery picks and not win the title is pretty lame.

Welcome aboard finneyswharf! I became a fan in 1966,actually cried after the game. The young ones who never had the pleasure to watch UK's best player. Big dipper Dan the all time points leader in 3 years without the benefit of the 3 point line.
Look forward to your post and jump in on discussions. Go Big Blue!

 

[ORCAT]

67 is not that old, just means i have watched cats from Rupp on up. Must say the Cal era is very exciting to say the least. Game has changed so much. From freshmen having their own team to OAD's.

Finney, you're not old at all and to have lived through the part of UK history you have just makes it much better. I also remember some of the later Rupp years so I can relate to your passion for those teams and for such greats at Issel. Some of the younger crowd feel those guys could not play with today's athletes but I beg to differ and feel Issel would have been a star in today's game too. The game, as you say, has changed, but give those guys the facilities and trainers, etc. that today's players have and they would shine through. On the other note, you are in no way a troll and never felt you were with anything you have posted in this thread. Keep on posting and let's all be excited about the upcoming season. Do you get to go to games at Rupp or just watch on TV?

 

[finneyswharf]

Finney, you're not old at all and to have lived through the part of UK history you have just makes it much better. I also remember some of the later Rupp years so I can relate to your passion for those teams and for such greats at Issel. Some of the younger crowd feel those guys could not play with today's athletes but I beg to differ and feel Issel would have been a star in today's game too. The game, as you say, has changed, but give those guys the facilities and trainers, etc. that today's players have and they would shine through. On the other note, you are in no way a troll and never felt you were with anything you have posted in this thread. Keep on posting and let's all be excited about the upcoming season. Do you get to go to games at Rupp or just watch on TV?[/QUO

 

[finneyswharf]

Finney, you're not old at all and to have lived through the part of UK history you have just makes it much better. I also remember some of the later Rupp years so I can relate to your passion for those teams and for such greats at Issel. Some of the younger crowd feel those guys could not play with today's athletes but I beg to differ and feel Issel would have been a star in today's game too. The game, as you say, has changed, but give those guys the facilities and trainers, etc. that today's players have and they would shine through. On the other note, you are in no way a troll and never felt you were with anything you have posted in this thread. Keep on posting and let's all be excited about the upcoming season. Do you get to go to games at Rupp or just watch on TV?

I live in Virginia so unfortunately i only watch on tv, but i never miss. During the season that is my main focus. Of course when I attended UK I never missed a game at Memorial Colosium and then later attended many Colonels games in Louisville and even in Miami Beach when The Colonels played the Floridians. Went to Denver once to watch some Nuggets games. I would love to come back to Lexington to experience a game at Rupp but most of my travel budget goes to visiting my folks and kids. Todays players are absolutely truly amazing by any standard but I think Issel, Dampier, and many others could have competed. The game and the players are certainly on a different level now but some of the old timers had skills too. VERY excited by our commitment today and hope for some other early so our 2016 class can be as many seem to think it will be.