'14 JUCO SG Devon Baulkman

[SlyStone]

Dang we are gonna have some depth at the 2 guard spot

Could be a sign for small ball.

 

[Sudden Impact]

I guess it is safe to say that Mostella and Baulkman are two players that no one saw signing.

When that happens it initially causes knee jerk reactions and criticism because nobody understands/how the Coach will slot or play.

Some even demand justification for selection, that's the old way of doing business.

I don't think CDT is answering to anyone right now nor should I think any fans should have to do so either.

Forget the ratings of 2 to 3 years ago because it is all about what the Coach wants and needs, not the Fan Base.

 

[Wilson27]

I trust Tyndall knows his own system.

 

[Sudden Impact]

I trust Tyndall knows his own system.

I do also.

One thing I strongly believe, Volunteer basketball will be more entertaining for 35-40 minutes with a few exceptions than it has been in the last 3 years.

 

[orange parmejohn]

what does running 10 mean?

 

[calban]

I do also.

One thing I strongly believe, Volunteer basketball will be more entertaining for 35-40 minutes with a few exceptions than it has been in the last 3 years.

Win or lose, I'll second that.
Think we have a guy that recruits to his system though.

 

[Sudden Impact]

Win or lose, I'll second that.
Think we have a guy that recruits to his system though.

Agree. I can't wait to his system play out in the SEC environment.

With that statement above, getting popcorn ready because his system and SEC environment is probably good for about 40 - 50 expert board analysts posts....LOL

 

[Velo Vol]

Not sure what to make of students who commit to a school they've never visited.

 

[LebanonVolunteer]

what does running 10 mean?

10 players seeing a lot of on the court action. Keeping guys fresh throughout the whole game. A lot less times where players are on the court 38 of the 40 minutes in a game.

 

[whocaresgobobcats]

That's fine, did you do the same when we signed Yemi, Pops or Reese?

Let me know when he brings a 6' 11' post that averaged 2 and 2.

 

[LebanonVolunteer]

Not sure what to make of students who commit to a school they've never visited.

Simple IMO.

If I am a recruit who committed to usm to play for CDT and now have the chance to follow him to Tennessee, just how much thinking do I need to do? usm vs Tennessee? Not sure it would be a tough decision at all. I would imagine just about everything about UT is better, nicer, a step up over usm. JMO

 

[TGVol]

Not sure what to make of students who commit to a school they've never visited.

It's obvious. Players are committing to coaches vs schools. The fact that the school is in a big conference helps too. Nothing new there - both CDT and CCM have said this recently and this just confirms it.

 

[vols 30]

I trust Tyndall knows his own system.

It's the only thing that matters. I'll take DT evaluation over some poster saying this is a reach.

 

[Kusotate]

Balkman 'I'm a leader. I'm more comfortable as a 2 but I can play the one.'

Per Basillo interview.

Armani Moore said the same thing on the Basilio show a few years ago.....

 

[rocktopper16]

Saw him drop them 48 points. Kid is a definite boom. Every time there was a Time out he was on the sideline pumping his team up. Really like this addition!

 

[Lefteye]

Interesting pick-up. If nothing else, with all this depth it will be nice to start getting some scoring production from our bench.

iirc Their were several games last yr. the starters scored 95% of the points.

 

[Weezer]

I don't care who CDT signs as long as we win. If we don't win, then he's failing at coaching, recruiting, or both. So right now he gets a pass until we see his team in action. He obviously has a plan, so let's see if it works.

 

[Velo Vol]

Simple IMO.

If I am a recruit who committed to usm to play for CDT and now have the chance to follow him to Tennessee, just how much thinking do I need to do? usm vs Tennessee? Not sure it would be a tough decision at all. I would imagine just about everything about UT is better, nicer, a step up over usm. JMO

It's obvious. Players are committing to coaches vs schools. The fact that the school is in a big conference helps too. Nothing new there - both CDT and CCM have said this recently and this just confirms it.

I know that's the mindset as a basketball player, but as a student/person (and they spend a lot more time off the court than on it), I'd like to see what I'm getting into for a year or more of my life.

Maybe I'm picky that way.

 

[bleedingTNorange]

Simple IMO.

If I am a recruit who committed to usm to play for CDT and now have the chance to follow him to Tennessee, just how much thinking do I need to do? usm vs Tennessee? Not sure it would be a tough decision at all. I would imagine just about everything about UT is better, nicer, a step up over usm. JMO

Rasham Suarez disagrees

 

[KBVol]

How dare Coach Tyndall sign a player without the BTO's approval! :banghead2:

Fyp

 

[jspvol76]

Rasham Suarez disagrees

2 out of 3 ain't bad.

 

[buriat]

Suarez is staying at USM with his primary recruiter Dowling. We had three years where our assistants seem to be non factors with recruits. I had never seen that before Cuonzo.

 

[Backwards K]

Tyndall's style of play is best fit for a team of players 6'3" to 6'8" who can run, press, and shoot coming off picks. This guy is a good fit and brings some maturity to his game as well.

 

[Kusotate]

I've had the chance to watch Baulkman play twice against Pensacola State and i honestly consider D'montre Edwards to be a better JUCO prospect.

 

[CNeagleVolFan]

I actually think this is a very solid pick up. We compare this guy to Yemmi and to Pops, but their junior college numbers were very different coming out than Baulkman's is. He seems like a pretty well rounded player, and he also has some obvious speed and vertical ability. Look at how much we lost this past year. I mean the more players we add the more likely a chance of finding consistent scoring options out of starters and off of the bench.