Robert Goff (Commit OU)

[waggy]

Does more than just dunk

http://www.indystar.com/article/20100723/SPORTS0615/7230351/1287/SPORTS/Goff-now-does-more-than-just-dunk

[waggy]

Recap of Vegas by Demling says visits to IU and X in near future. Includes other recruiting tidbits..

http://jodydemling.courier-journal.com/

[xufan02]

He will be visiting IU on August 1st and Xavier August 2nd.

[XU 87]

In light of Taylor tranferring, I question whether they still want Goff. Do they want 2 big men who only have two years of eligibilty?

[JimmyTwoTimes37]

In light of Taylor tranferring, I question whether they still want Goff. Do they want 2 big men who only have two years of eligibilty?

I think if Goff wants to come to X, you have to take him. Very very talented

[kyxu]

I think if Goff wants to come to X, you have to take him. Very very talented

Agree. It's now first come, first serve for that last open scholarship between Reynolds, Goff and Sampson. All three are very talented, and the coaches aren't going to say "no" to any commitment.

I think it's going to be Reynolds if nothing other than the fact that he's the closest to making a decision.

[gladdenguy]

They will take any of Sampson, Goff, or Reynolds. This is going to be interesting.
Travis Taylor does not necessarily eliminate anyone......at least that is what I'm hearing.

[JimmyTwoTimes37]

I think we can effectively rule out Sampson.

[Lamont Sanford]

I gotta think it's gonna come down to Reynolds and Goff and whomever decides to accept first will get the last one for '11. I would give the edge to Reynolds as he would have four years of eligibility over Goff's two.

[gladdenguy]

I think we can effectively rule out Sampson.

why?

[JimmyTwoTimes37]

why?

http://community.foxsports.com/goodmanonfox/blog/2010/07/23/sampson_gets_official_offer_from_kansas,_updates_h is_list_of_schools

"With that, the Jayhawks officially entered his list, and Sampson updated his outlook thusly, in no particular order: Kansas, Tennessee, Baylor, St. John’s, USC, Michigan State, Louisville."

I'm not saying there's no chance we can land him, but realistically speaking it doesn't look good.

Honestly, if the choice is between Goff and Reynolds, I'm fine with that. From what I hear, Goff is a physical specimen. We've been on him for a long time, but there is some serious competition. Oklahoma, Oklahoma State, Georgia, etc.

Someone already said this earlier(pretty much). On the one hand, Goff could come in and immediately contribute. He is 6'9 and 240 pounds and seasoned. Him and Taylor would both be forces to compliment Frease down low.

On the other hand, he would only be here for 2 years.

I personally agree with other stated on here. If Reynolds or Goff express interest in wanting to commit to X, first come first serve. You really can't go wrong with either IMO

[Muskied]

I honestly wouldn't be surprised if Mack removed Sampson, not the other way around. He may have given Sampson that ultimatum, which I'd be fine with....

I believe it's hard to tell Reynolds, Taylor or Goff that they are a #1 priority when Sampson was. Mack may have said that given he expanded his list and we have others requiring attention, we are moving on. I don't think it's a coincidence that Reynolds has us as a high position, Taylor committed and Goff is visiting at the same time Sampson is out of the fold....

[Xman95]

I honestly wouldn't be surprised if Mack removed Sampson.

If Mack did remove Sampson from X's list, I don't think it's because he didn't want the kid. I think you're saying that:

Sampson was #1 on Mack's list, but was starting to seem unlikely to commit to X. Mack then decided to cut bait on his top prize being that his presence was mucking up the situation when it came to the next options (players who seemed more likely to be the ones willing to commit).

If that's what you were getting at, I might agree. But I definitely don't think Mack removed Sampson from his wishlist because he no longer wants him.

[bobbiemcgee]

Mack tweeted he was in Vegas. Goff was in Vegas @ the All American JUCU shootout. HMMM...

Demling- "I didn't make it to the Junior College event in town but heard rave reviews about the play of former Indianapolis Broad Ripple standout Robert Goff. He plans on taking a visit to Indiana soon and Xavier will also be in there strong with Goff."

[Muskied]

That's absolutely what I'm saying. While anyone can debate who the better player will be, and the miss fortune we seem to have in landing highly ranked players, I believe it's important to control your own destiny before someone else does. While ultimatums mean we may have lost players like Ari Stewart or maybe a Jakaar Sampson, it puts us in position to land the next best scenario, rather than the worst case scenario. This MAY have been what went down here....

[waggy]

http://community.foxsports.com/goodmanonfox/blog/2010/07/23/sampson_gets_official_offer_from_kansas,_updates_h is_list_of_schools

"With that, the Jayhawks officially entered his list, and Sampson updated his outlook thusly, in no particular order: Kansas, Tennessee, Baylor, St. John’s, USC, Michigan State, Louisville."

Where did Goodman get this "list"? Did Jakarr fax or email it to him, or did he just pull it out of his ass? Has Michigan St. even offered? Does the kid even know what state Baylor is in?

[danaandvictory]

Where did Goodman get this "list"? Did Jakarr fax or email it to him, or did he just pull it out of his ass? Has Michigan St. even offered? Does the kid even know what state Baylor is in?

Some dude has been posting daily updates on Jakarr on Goodman's blog in an attempt to give a recruit's eye view of the process. Apparently has daily interviews and access. It's literally the least revealing thing of all time.

[waggy]

Some dude has been posting daily updates on Jakarr on Goodman's blog in an attempt to give a recruit's eye view of the process. Apparently has daily interviews and access. It's literally the least revealing thing of all time.

I know, and what I'm driving at ultimately is whether the publicity ended up being detrimental to the kid. That list is pretty odd imo, and I'm wondering what prompted it.

[JimmyTwoTimes37]

Where did Goodman get this "list"? Did Jakarr fax or email it to him, or did he just pull it out of his ass? Has Michigan St. even offered? Does the kid even know what state Baylor is in?

I don't think he has been offered by MSU yet, but from the way he is playing as of late I'm sure he'll get one.

[waggy]

Oh I see, I thought this was a list of actual offers. So this is a list of almost, any day now offers.

[JimmyTwoTimes37]

Oh I see, I thought this was a list of actual offers. So this is a list of almost, any day now offers.

Who knows...It's just what he told Goodman. I didn't know he was even interested in half of those schools

[waggy]

Who knows...

Yup.

[waggy]

Robert visit today?

[JTG]

He was at IU Monday.

[Lamont Sanford]

sash -

Do you know if Goff made his planned visit yesterday? We know he was at IU on Monday, but have not seen any confirmation he was here yet.

Any info?

[sash19]

sash -

Do you know if Goff made his planned visit yesterday? We know he was at IU on Monday, but have not seen any confirmation he was here yet.

Any info?

Robert did not make it to Xavier. No word on when it may be rescheduled.

[More Cowbell]

I can deal with Oklahoma.

EvanDanielscout Robert Goff has committed to Oklahoma, according to a source.