The kids need to understand that real fans(reguardless of school) don't do that.
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Why you don't go negative on recruits after they commit elsewhere
- Thread starter Buffnik
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When a player chooses another school over CU it hurts my feelings too. Those players owe me an apology.
J/K. Not good to be a sore loser in a recruiting battle. It appears to be worse, however, when an in-state kid goes out of state. Especially in a state like Colorado where there is only one choice. (Yes, I said that with malicious intent.)
J/K. Not good to be a sore loser in a recruiting battle. It appears to be worse, however, when an in-state kid goes out of state. Especially in a state like Colorado where there is only one choice. (Yes, I said that with malicious intent.)
Its most likely bad parenting. They probably let their kids sit in the basement playing Skyrim.
This. Unless we're trying to turn the commit from his choice, we don't really care all that much about him. But what about the blue chip junior on his HS team that is watching his recruitment - "those fans are assholes, they turned on my buddy - when he had such nice things to say about the school, and he even told me it was very hard decision - there's no way I'm even listening to those jerks next year..."
Of course.
At a minimum, they lack talent for picking the right school.
The Guest
Guest
No, I'm pretty sure that it's because they suck.
Also, I've noticed, there's usually a better athlete for the same position that we're already recruiting.
And if there isn't we can find a walk-on who can take their place?
Yeah Wally, calme down!
DoWork
Member
I had an amazing response to this but unfortunately my hands are not working as fast as my brain at 1am and I lost my message due to my session timed out. Am I the only one this happens to? Perhaps not writing a novel for a response would resolve my issue!
Since I don't want to time out again, I will make this quick -
Most kids do not read the posts but this world is getting smaller and the info is hand fed to them. In Walker's case the ugly posts about him were copy and pasted to his facebook page. He does not have a twitter account, the information about the postings on Dawgman after he committed to Wisconsin were shared with him by others. He did not seek it out nor does he visit fan sites. It's a small world for these recruits and once you're in this world you realize just how small it is. One poster on Allbuffs commented that the kids get to know each other at camps and combine's, true. Our family also hosts an annual BBQ for NW recruits and this past year we had a great turn out and 18 of the kids went D1 from coast to coast and 5 played (or playing) in All-American bowls this week so friendships are formed. They talk.
Walker's comments (as eloquent as they were...) were only meant to support his friend and tell him to blow off the few fanatical fans that are upset that he is going out of state. We experienced some of the same response so Walker is aware of what KR is going through. We even received some hate mail and phone calls after he committed out of state. His comment to KR was not about UW or the football program, simply a message stating to ignore the few fanatical fans. After hearing the same negitive comments after 4 key instate players announced they were leaving the state, they are frustrated and they do talk and many times the comments are personal, which is where this one with KR went wrong. Nothing can prepare you for the responses on some of the home team forums- we were not aware that anyone would notice Walker's decision. Walker is just a big kid from a small Christian school that loves to play football and wants a great education and have some fun. Oh were we in for a surprise!
As a parent and a devout college football fan, I have a dozen or so kids on my "hot list" so I receive notifications when there are new articles or information available on them but other than that the only sites I follow is Allbuffs and Badgernation. Allbuffs because we connected with the program and completely believe it's on a path to greatness and Badgernation for obvious reasons although lately it's more about seeing who left...
For the one poster that asked why would someone continue to go on a forum after a player made a commitment elsewhere, the answer in our case is because we connected with the program at CU and believe it is on to something really special. We are fans just like you regardless of where Walker goes. We already have hotel reservations for a game next year in Boulder, all we need is a tailgate party -
Keep doing what you do Allbuffs, vent when you're frustrated because a hometown kid is leaving but you always do it with class. (Or humor!) When I need a good laugh, I log onto Allbuffs...
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The Guest
Guest
Thanks very much for those insights.
I'm thinking someone around here can get you hooked up with a tailgate for next year too...
DoWork, as usual, provides insight and guidance for us. I'm all the way on this band wagon. It's one thing to mix it up in here with people who are active contributors, but when it comes to the boys we're recruiting, we can only set the example in how we treat them.
I forgot to mention that our staff is totally stable! And we really like linemen in this class.
I forgot to mention that our staff is totally stable! And we really like linemen in this class.
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DoWork, once again you prove your total Allsome-ness.
Have I told you lately that I love you?
Have I told you there's no one else above you?
Fill my heart with gladness,
take away all my sadness,
Ease my troubles,
that's what you do.
:lol:
true slogan of AB
nocoolnamejim
Well-Known Member
Hey guys.
Boise State fan here. Long time lurker because of some of the interesting discussion regarding mutually pursued recruits, first time registering to post because I found the topic in question to be of more general interest and some very good insights from the TC. I realize that I'm in somewhat hostile territory and Colorado fans don't particularly like Boise State, but I'm hoping I can hang around a little bit now and then and give you a perspective from my school. Thanks for having me on your board.
I think this is right on the money and I think you can find examples on LOTS of fanbases guilty of this approach. Kind of human nature really to change things around in your head after you get "dumped" so to speak, but it shouldn't lead to being dishonest for why you were going after an individual in the first place. A lot of these kids are rare talents who, through a combination of hard work, genetics, environment, whatever have EARNED the right to have a lot of good choices when they're selecting a school.
When you get right down to it, not many of us have a similar opportunity come up that often in our lives. How often do you have, say, ten different schools (or employers if you will) all begging for your services and talking about what they can offer you and what they can do for you? Truth be told, there often isn't really a wrong choice, there's merely a choice that is MOST RIGHT for what a particular individual is looking for at that stage of their life. Are they looking for the best academic reputation? Are they looking for the highest rated football program? The longest tradition? Best facilities?
Hottest cheerleaders?
Really, these are not robots being recruited but actual individuals who have different priorities. Just because they don't choose your particular school doesn't necessarily mean that they are making the wrong decision FOR THEM.
Boise State fan here. Long time lurker because of some of the interesting discussion regarding mutually pursued recruits, first time registering to post because I found the topic in question to be of more general interest and some very good insights from the TC. I realize that I'm in somewhat hostile territory and Colorado fans don't particularly like Boise State, but I'm hoping I can hang around a little bit now and then and give you a perspective from my school. Thanks for having me on your board.
I think this is right on the money and I think you can find examples on LOTS of fanbases guilty of this approach. Kind of human nature really to change things around in your head after you get "dumped" so to speak, but it shouldn't lead to being dishonest for why you were going after an individual in the first place. A lot of these kids are rare talents who, through a combination of hard work, genetics, environment, whatever have EARNED the right to have a lot of good choices when they're selecting a school.
When you get right down to it, not many of us have a similar opportunity come up that often in our lives. How often do you have, say, ten different schools (or employers if you will) all begging for your services and talking about what they can offer you and what they can do for you? Truth be told, there often isn't really a wrong choice, there's merely a choice that is MOST RIGHT for what a particular individual is looking for at that stage of their life. Are they looking for the best academic reputation? Are they looking for the highest rated football program? The longest tradition? Best facilities?
Hottest cheerleaders?
Really, these are not robots being recruited but actual individuals who have different priorities. Just because they don't choose your particular school doesn't necessarily mean that they are making the wrong decision FOR THEM.
Despite hte excellent above post, I hate that poster. So much.
bigbang2
blindslighted
How did you reach the conclusion that most buff fans don't like Boise State. You will find that most of us are indifferent, don't even Boise exist. But i must say Boise State got to make the move to the Big 12, it is difficult to respect a team that plays a cupcake schedule year in and year out.
You suck. so much. Hypocrite. Just be honest and hate that ****** school with its gimmick field, ****** schedule, and bull**** aspirations that sent us the worst ****ing coach in CU history.
Did anyone else have a lot of trouble reason this?
irony?
Insulting.