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#1 09-16-2009, 01:59 PM
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Hey guys! It's been so long since I've posted last. I'm glad to be back posting!
Just wanted to let you know personally what I'm most excited about! I know we have the best recruiting class in the nation, I know that we are getting a lot of publicity back to our program, I know we have a great recruiter (hoping he does well with his X and O's), but what I'm most excited about is we are finally getting back to the uptempo style offense that I have so much missed since Pitino left. It is so exciting to have that back and I cannot wait to watch the first game. I know the grind it out style works for some people, but I just am loving the thought that our uptempo style is back!
I just had to say that!!!
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#2 09-16-2009, 02:15 PM
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With Calipari, i get everything i want and expect of a UK coach not to mention that up tempo style of play that i have been fiening for quite a long time now...................................
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#3 09-16-2009, 02:23 PM
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With Calipari, i get everything i want and expect of a UK coach not to mention that up tempo style of play that i have been fiening for quite a long time now...................................
What's it been? Twelve years?
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#4 09-16-2009, 02:32 PM
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Break neck speed with an up tempo style of play...yep...that what I am looking forward to as well.
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#5 09-16-2009, 04:06 PM
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This is why i wanted someone like Calipari,Donavon,Ford,Pelphrey,or even Sean Miller. I would have taken Mike Anderson if it came down to it. I just wanted someone here to coach who in my mind gave us a chance to get back to the up and down style of play that i absolutely love to watch..............
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#6 Yesterday, 12:24 AM
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I'm telling you the most dynamic aspect we have this year is the passing - trust me it is going to be nuts!
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#7 Yesterday, 01:12 AM
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I'm telling you the most dynamic aspect we have this year is the passing - trust me it is going to be nuts!
The passing really? not what i expected to see posted. but VERY exciting to hear. why do you think so?
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#8 Yesterday, 01:31 AM
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The passing really? not what i expected to see posted. but VERY exciting to hear. why do you think so?
While I can't speak for soldier1969....and the passing isn't "THE" thing I'm MOST excited about....I can definitely understand where he's coming from. Because I am really looking forward to the passing from Eric Bledsoe and John Wall.
Bledsoe and Wall just might be....THE TWO BEST passers that we have EVER seen at Kentucky. And on the floor at the same time together?!?!?!? With at least one likely to be on the court at all times?!?!? Not to mention, if he learns to play under control....DeAndre Liggins is a pretty good passer as well. And from the SF position, we probably haven't seen a passer the likes of Darius Miller in quite some time. And DeMarcus Cousins WILL BE (I have no doubts about this) the best passing big man to ever play at Kentucky. Not to mention, Daniel Orton is one of the best outlet passers after a rebound and starting the break that I have seen from a high school senior. He's kind of reminiscent of Kevin Love when he was a freshman at UCLA in that regard.
So yeah....I can see why someone would be excited about the passing. I'm looking forward to ALL aspects of the game, though. The only thing I somewhat cringe at, though, is the three point shooting. But if Wall or Bledsoe can just be respectable, Darius Miller has improved, and Dodson and Cousins (yes, Cousins) get several open looks from three point range (not sure yet if Hood will see enough PT to be a big contributor his freshman year)....and we are respectable in that area.....then rebounding, defense, penetrating, passing and E-V-E-R-Y aspect of the game should be in very good shape....
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#9 Yesterday, 01:33 AM
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I'm most excited to see if Wall and Bledsoe are really as good as advertised. It should be a fun ride.
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#10 Yesterday, 02:24 AM
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I agree with soldier!I think the passing is going to be unbelievable, i would almost guarantee that who ever get out front 1st. is going to get a pass.You will see more uncontested dunks in the 1st 5 games than we saw all last season.Take it to the bank! GO CATS!......Rocky
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#11 Yesterday, 01:18 PM
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The up tempo style of play is what I am looking forward to the most. Up and down the court at break neck speed...scoring in the 100 point range on multiple games. What will make it even better is that we have such great athletes on this team that we will undoubtedly make highlight reels on ESPN on a regular basis. No more watching the tube waiting for our 20 second mention. Everyone that's not a CAT FAN will be not be able to stand watching sportscenter by the time December rolls around.
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#12 Yesterday, 04:51 PM
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Everyone that's not a CAT FAN will be not be able to stand watching sportscenter by the time December rolls around.
And that's what I can't wait to hear - the rest of em complaining...I believe this could be the most prolific passing team ever assembled in college ball - these guys have an uncanny ability to score or pass (based on the highlight clips I've seen)...I truly believe our assist stats will be stagering to other teams. I am so reday to see these young men take the court! I think this team has the potential to become so close - and the teamwork so incredible on the court - I am really excited for our season to start.
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#13 Yesterday, 07:49 PM
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Originally Posted by jtclarkUK
Hey guys! It's been so long since I've posted last. I'm glad to be back posting!
Just wanted to let you know personally what I'm most excited about! I know we have the best recruiting class in the nation, I know that we are getting a lot of publicity back to our program, I know we have a great recruiter (hoping he does well with his X and O's), but what I'm most excited about is we are finally getting back to the uptempo style offense that I have so much missed since Pitino left. It is so exciting to have that back and I cannot wait to watch the first game. I know the grind it out style works for some people, but I just am loving the thought that our uptempo style is back!
I just had to say that!!!
I totally agree. Even Tubby's best teams weren't as exciting as Pitino's. I love the run and gun.
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#14 Yesterday, 11:24 PM
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I am most exicted to see the team play mostly the guards cant wait to see if miller,stevenson,harris has improved I really want to see patterson I have read some were that coach cal wanted to work with patrick's shooting there is alot to get exicted for in this 2009-10 season it should be a great season
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#15 Today, 01:30 AM
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cant wait to see if miller,stevenson,harris has improved
Truthfully...and I don't mean to be mean....just telling it like it is...but looking forward to seeing anything about Ramon and/or Perry is like looking forward to that McDonald's cheeseburger. You know what you're going to get, and it ain't all that great. I'd much rather look forward to that Ruby Tuesday's "new" deluxe bacon double swiss burger with the special sauce that is about to be launched (just using an imaginary illustration to illustrate my point)
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#16 Today, 09:14 AM
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John Calipari was an excellent basketball coach before he incorporated the dribble drive motion offense into his coaching, just about four years ago, I believe. He often utilizes a three quarter court press if I am not mistaken.
It will probably be even more exciting, and even tougher, when the rest of college basketball catches up and uses his tactics.
The former coach's teams had to be among the worst passing teams in America. Turnover City! If our hopes on terrific passing are realized, please pinch me. I will think this sinner has been forgiven all and is in Heaven.
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