We had a great breakfast with Pearl this morning. He was great. He spoke about a range of topics and I am sure that Vol Freak will summarize in a post. Basically he went over the whole year. This guy is funny. He speaks very well and you can tell that he understands the whole picture.
When it was my chance I asked him what we should expect to see from Wingate next year with the addition of Chism and Crews. Also what we should expect from Chism and Crews in their first year. I also asked what the status of Ramar Smith is and he declined to comment.
He did answer the first part and he said that Wingate will be Wayne and Duke's "Mother Goose". He wants them to follow Major around and learn how to be in the SEC. He did said they will be major part of the team next year. He talked a long time about Major. About how sensitive he is and that he is a "very good man". He spoke about Major's inability to rebound and one of the reasons is he doesn't release well. He felt that was due to a lack of explosiveness. He went on to explain that this stems from his very small lower body and he has a plan for Major in the off season in the weight room.
I must say I was more than impressed with Coach Pearl.