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IUfanBorden said:
For those on here who were questioning this kids character, this is a must read.

http://www.courier-journal.com/stor...banys-shooting-star-romeo-langford/101165568/

I've known this young man for some time. So I took it personal when he was attacked by a few on here. So I felt the need to post this. Just an all-around good kid. Regardless of where he goes.
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I don't think anyone on here questioned his character. But plenty including me would question his intelligence if he went somewhere like UofL given the circumstances.
 
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skcatfan said:
I don't think anyone on here questioned his character. But plenty including me would question his intelligence if he went somewhere like UofL given the circumstances.
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Yeah there were a few. CAnnot recal and really do not feel like looking it up. Not question his character, but his parents.

Anyways, really good article. Hope you enjoy. And if he doesn't choose Indiana, I certainly hope he chooses UK.
 
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deplion said:
Unless he says he is committing to Kentucky, then it isn't a "great" Romeo Langford article.

[winking]
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Honestly I think it may come down to IU and UK. I don't like those odds, but.....His meetings with Archie have went well. And Romeo did make the comment of Archie's offense being similar to what New Albany ran, prompting the remark---"I really like that". But still.....Going up against Cal usually doesn't end well.
 
JC CATS said:
Why in the world would he choose IU?
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IDK. Maybe because he's from Indiana? Maybe because New Albany's only an hour or so from Bloomington? Maybe he likes the new coach. I dunno. It's not like he cannot get the same exposure at Indiana than he would at UK. Plus, Archie's a pretty damn good coach. Not to mention him wanting tostay close to home. Lots of reasons he could/would choose Indiana.

Note: Langford is a very laid back young man. Doesn't care for the attention. Very quiet. Maybe the demanding nature of playing at a place like Kentucky isn't for him?
 
JC CATS said:
Why in the world would he choose IU?
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Don't be that guy even if this is your board. He's from Indiana even if New Albany is on the border. Archie is a very good coach and if he goes to IU he'll be the man and get all the minutes and shots he wants and he will have a lot of talent around him although next year it would be young talent. He would be a God at IU for a year and play in Assembly Hall before going pro.
 
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dubtown80 said:
Don't be that guy even if this is your board. He's from Indiana even if New Albany is on the border. Archie is a very good coach and if he goes to IU he'll be the man and get all the minutes and shots he wants and he will have a lot of talent around him although next year it would be young talent. He would be a God at IU for a year and play in Assembly Hall before going pro.
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Not being a smarazz, u watched IU lately? Miller isn't a miracle worker, why would he want to spend his 1 year in college getting knocked out of first weekend of NCAA., or going NIT? Indiana kids have been leaving that state for a long time
 
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IUfanBorden said:
IDK. Maybe because he's from Indiana? Maybe because New Albany's only an hour or so from Bloomington? Maybe he likes the new coach. I dunno. It's not like he cannot get the same exposure at Indiana than he would at UK. Plus, Archie's a pretty damn good coach. Not to mention him wanting tostay close to home. Lots of reasons he could/would choose Indiana.

Note: Langford is a very laid back young man. Doesn't care for the attention. Very quiet. Maybe the demanding nature of playing at a place like Kentucky isn't for him?
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Not being a smarazz, u watched IU lately? Miller isn't a miracle worker, why would he want to spend his 1 year in college getting knocked out of first weekend of NCAA., or going NIT? Indiana kids have been leaving that state for a long time
 
JC CATS said:
Not being a smarazz, u watched IU lately? Miller isn't a miracle worker, why would he want to spend his 1 year in college getting knocked out of first weekend of NCAA., or going NIT? Indiana kids have been leaving that state for a long time
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No, I havent watched Indiana.:chairshot:[eyeroll]

Didn't realize you needed to make deep NCAAT runs to get drafted. Someone might wanna relay this to Fultz. And it didn't seem to hurt Simmons.

Miller doesn't need to be a miracle worker. Indiana has talent. Just had an awful coach. I mean IU did beat UNC and Kansas last year---something UK couldn't do.

Indiana kids have been leaving. I think that changes. High school coaches in Indiana simply didn't care for Crean. His oversigning kids really rubbed a lot of coaches wrong. Look for Archie to start getting in-state kids.
 
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Not being a smarazz, u watched IU lately? Miller isn't a miracle worker, why would he want to spend his 1 year in college getting knocked out of first weekend of NCAA., or going NIT? Indiana kids have been leaving that state for a long time
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He doesn't have to be a miracle worker. Crean got decent talent but didn't do as much with it as he should have. After this draft he'll have 8 players in the league which is more than most schools. You have to realize the guy is basically a decent high school coach that's Bern coaching big time D1 ball because he is one hell of a salesman but a terrible game coach. He's really that bad. If he had coached at UK he would have been a OAD. I still can't believe he lasted 9 long long long ass years...
 
IUfanBorden said:
No, I havent watched Indiana.:chairshot:[eyeroll]

Didn't realize you needed to make deep NCAAT runs to get drafted. Someone might wanna relay this to Fultz. And it didn't seem to hurt Simmons.

Miller doesn't need to be a miracle worker. Indiana has talent. Just had an awful coach. I mean IU did beat UNC and Kansas last year---something UK couldn't do.

Indiana kids have been leaving. I think that changes. High school coaches in Indiana simply didn't care for Crean. His oversigning kids really rubbed a lot of coaches wrong. Look for Archie to start getting in-state kids.
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I didn't say you have to make a deep run, it just seems like it is more fun for kids that way. That's just me though. CAM may get more in state kidsbut I think he has to show something first and he isn't going to get but 1 year to show Langford.
 
IUfanBorden said:
Note: Langford is a very laid back young man. Doesn't care for the attention. Very quiet. Maybe the demanding nature of playing at a place like Kentucky isn't for him?
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If his ultimate goal is to play in the NBA then he may want to go somewhere that will acclimate him to living in a fishbowl. No program replicates the demands of the NBA better than Kentucky.
 
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I didn't say you have to make a deep run, it just seems like it is more fun for kids that way. That's just me though. CAM may get more in state kidsbut I think he has to show something first and he isn't going to get but 1 year to show Langford.
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I agree with you which is why I give IU a 30 or 40% chance with UK getting the remaining. He'll stay close to home so it's either or. No way he goes to UL with the trouble that they've been in plus I think he wants to be a OAD and Pitino cares more about himself than his kids. If I had to bet my life on it he goes to UK but wouldn't be surprised if he goes to IU. His assistants are known as great recruiters too. They'll do what they got to do to get really good players.
 
gossie21 said:
If his ultimate goal is to play in the NBA then he may want to go somewhere that will acclimate him to living in a fishbowl. No program replicates the demands of the NBA better than Kentucky.
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I cannot disagree. But......Kentucky's not the only route to the NBA. If you are good enough, you;re going to get drafted. There have been kids come in(to UK) and not really materialize, i.e. both Harrisons, Briscoe(former top 10/5*). Now more often than not, actually a lot more often than not, this isn't the case. But my point is, you can eaily get lost in the shuffle at UK. Maybe this is something Langford won't like? I dunno.

Again I agree no school can replicate the demands of the NBA like UK. But that doesn't mean it's HIS best route. Because regardless of where this kid goes, the NBA will come a calling.
 
gossie21 said:
If his ultimate goal is to play in the NBA then he may want to go somewhere that will acclimate him to living in a fishbowl. No program replicates the demands of the NBA better than Kentucky.
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Plenty of great pros that didn't go to UK. Trust me there's just as much pressure on IU players as there is any other school. Sucking in front of a rabid packed house and the rest of the state that's following isn't something you want to do. Archie won't allow mediocrity and that's why I know he'll do a great job but it may take a few years to get where he's going. Due to this he may miss out on Langford. And I don't blame any kid that wants to go play for UK. I'd completely understand but don't be surprised if he picks IU.
 
IUfanBorden said:
I cannot disagree. But......Kentucky's not the only route to the NBA. If you are good enough, you;re going to get drafted. There have been kids come in(to UK) and not really materialize, i.e. both Harrisons, Briscoe(former top 10/5*). Now more often than not, actually a lot more often than not, this isn't the case. But my point is, you can eaily get lost in the shuffle at UK. Maybe this is something Langford won't like? I dunno.

Again I agree no school can replicate the demands of the NBA like UK. But that doesn't mean it's HIS best route. Because regardless of where this kid goes, the NBA will come a calling.
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Thank you for explaining that to me. I was incredibly confused. I thought it he NBA only drafted from UK. Thanks for the clarification there.
 
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JC CATS said:
I didn't say you have to make a deep run, it just seems like it is more fun for kids that way. That's just me though. CAM may get more in state kidsbut I think he has to show something first and he isn't going to get but 1 year to show Langford.
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One year may be all that is needed. Langford's already noted he's impressed by Miller and the offense he runs. And Indiana has yet to play a game. I don't know if Miller gets Langford. But this I do know----Ed Schilling is one helluva a recruiter. Very well like and former HS coach in Indiana. I wouldn't be shocked if Romeo ended up at Indiana. And IF this happens, I'd say in all likelihood it puts a serious strangle hold on the state for Archie.
 
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I also must say since I got banned for a month from our board I post here when there is IU threads or threads about recruits I hope IU lands. Anyways, I've posted a lot tonight and I didn't get one crappy response from any of you. I tip my cap
 
Isn't this the same crap we heard about Blackmon? You guys hate the kid and he's been a bust since day 1. I couldn't imagine why he would go to IU
 
bobby elvis said:
Isn't this the same crap we heard about Blackmon? You guys hate the kid and he's been a bust since day 1. I couldn't imagine why he would go to IU
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What did people say about Blackmon? Injuries is what will keep him out of the NBA. Has nothing to do with not going to UK.
 
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bobby elvis said:
Isn't this the same crap we heard about Blackmon? You guys hate the kid and he's been a bust since day 1. I couldn't imagine why he would go to IU
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Who hates JBJ? Go over to the IU board an read the post pertaining to his decision(to stay). Blackmon had a solid career at IU; 16ppg, 5rpg, 43% from three. What IU fans didn't like was his defense, and his lack of desire to play it. Indiana's complaints of JBJ are no different than the complaints of UK in regards to Briscoe or Skal.

For as inept as Indiana was under Crean, he still had three Top 10 picks, and could possibly have 8 fromer players in the NBA. No not what UK has produced, but considering who our coach was, that's kinda of amazing.

Anyways----In case you don't know, Indiana has a new coach. A coach who is highly regarded/respected. Not to mention the addition of Ed Schilling; A former Indiana HS coach who won two state titles at Park Tudor HS. He's highly, highly regarded and respected within the state(recruited current Indiana Mr. Basketball Kris Wilkes to UCLA). So there is reason one and two. Others-----Close to home. Langford's from Indiana. His mom is big on Indiana. IU has a fan base second to only that of UK. Play in a marquee conference. Every single game is natinally televised. Not to mention if he goes to Indiana, the kid will be consider a god. There are pleanty of reasons TO go to IU, than there is not to go.
 
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DCFseattle said:
You should've just suck with Kansas. When you get facts wrong, it invalidates your opinions.
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Meh, it was an oversight. I forgot about the classic in Vegas. And any opinion can be invalidated. Regardless if you get a fact wrong or not. After all, it's an opinion.[cheers]
 
IUfanBorden said:
Who hates JBJ? Go over to the IU board an read the post pertaining to his decision(to stay). Blackmon had a solid career at IU; 16ppg, 5rpg, 43% from three. What IU fans didn't like was his defense, and his lack of desire to play it. Indiana's complaints of JBJ are no different than the complaints of UK in regards to Briscoe or Skal.

For as inept as Indiana was under Crean, he still had three Top 10 picks, and could possibly have 8 fromer players in the NBA. No not what UK has produced, but considering who our coach was, that's kinda of amazing.

Anyways----In case you don't know, Indiana has a new coach. A coach who is highly regarded/respected. Not to mention the addition of Ed Schilling; A former Indiana HS coach who won two state titles at Park Tudor HS. He's highly, highly regarded and respected within the state(recruited current Indiana Mr. Basketball Kris Wilkes to UCLA). So there is reason one and two. Others-----Close to home. Langford's from Indiana. His mom is big on Indiana. IU has a fan base second to only that of UK. Play in a marquee conference. Every single game is natinally televised. Not to mention if he goes to Indiana, the kid will be consider a god. There are pleanty of reasons TO go to IU, than there is not to go.
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You said that much better than I could have, Jim. Well done
 
IUfanBorden said:
Who hates JBJ? Go over to the IU board an read the post pertaining to his decision(to stay). Blackmon had a solid career at IU; 16ppg, 5rpg, 43% from three. What IU fans didn't like was his defense, and his lack of desire to play it. Indiana's complaints of JBJ are no different than the complaints of UK in regards to Briscoe or Skal.

For as inept as Indiana was under Crean, he still had three Top 10 picks, and could possibly have 8 fromer players in the NBA. No not what UK has produced, but considering who our coach was, that's kinda of amazing.

Anyways----In case you don't know, Indiana has a new coach. A coach who is highly regarded/respected. Not to mention the addition of Ed Schilling; A former Indiana HS coach who won two state titles at Park Tudor HS. He's highly, highly regarded and respected within the state(recruited current Indiana Mr. Basketball Kris Wilkes to UCLA). So there is reason one and two. Others-----Close to home. Langford's from Indiana. His mom is big on Indiana. IU has a fan base second to only that of UK. Play in a marquee conference. Every single game is natinally televised. Not to mention if he goes to Indiana, the kid will be consider a god. There are pleanty of reasons TO go to IU, than there is not to go.[/QUOTE

Your fan base hates Blackmon. Playing dumb doesn't hide the fact. He wasted his talent at iU.
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IUfanBorden said:
Who hates JBJ? Go over to the IU board an read the post pertaining to his decision(to stay). Blackmon had a solid career at IU; 16ppg, 5rpg, 43% from three. What IU fans didn't like was his defense, and his lack of desire to play it. Indiana's complaints of JBJ are no different than the complaints of UK in regards to Briscoe or Skal.

For as inept as Indiana was under Crean, he still had three Top 10 picks, and could possibly have 8 fromer players in the NBA. No not what UK has produced, but considering who our coach was, that's kinda of amazing.

Anyways----In case you don't know, Indiana has a new coach. A coach who is highly regarded/respected. Not to mention the addition of Ed Schilling; A former Indiana HS coach who won two state titles at Park Tudor HS. He's highly, highly regarded and respected within the state(recruited current Indiana Mr. Basketball Kris Wilkes to UCLA). So there is reason one and two. Others-----Close to home. Langford's from Indiana. His mom is big on Indiana. IU has a fan base second to only that of UK. Play in a marquee conference. Every single game is natinally televised. Not to mention if he goes to Indiana, the kid will be consider a god. There are pleanty of reasons TO go to IU, than there is not to go.
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Cool story, head back over to Peegs and share your cool stories with the other 2 IU fans
 
You don't know what you're talking about. He isn't as good as he thinks he is but that's because of his injuries. I'm sure it was hard on him to not be able to go pro after a year or two and there's a good chance he'll never play in the NBA. I think he was a bit of a cancer on the team but some of that falls on Crean for allowing it. When it comes to a blackmon you just don't know what you're talking about. He was no Yogi that's for sure.
 
How did Blackmon waste his talent? Dude averaged almost 16 ppg over his career. His injuries have more to do with his lack of interest from the NBA than his choice to play at Indiana. Not to mention he couldn't guard a god damn fence post. I'd say if anything, Creans offense really exposed JBJ's strength----shooting/scoring. Had he gone to a school where the coach puts an emphasis on defense(UK) I doubt he see's the floor. So what would've "ruined his career" more----Playing a lot at Indiana, averaging 16ppg, or sitting the bench at UK because he couldn't guard a chair?
 
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bobby elvis said:
Cool story, head back over to Peegs and share your cool stories with the other 2 IU fans
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Why do you have to continue to give BBN a black eye? I just simply posted an article about a UK recruit. A recruit that I know. ANd a recruit that some on here basked b/c of the possibility of him going to UL. So I posted this. Just enjoy the god damn article.
 
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