Comments by iowavol

Written on UT dismisses tight end Cameron Clear after felony theft charge :

in response to CoverOrange:

whoa whoa whoa. According to Walt, Dooley should have given him a verbal warning (written and signed) first just in case Cam didn't know stealing was worng!

Unfortunately, you are probably more right than you think. I hired a kid to work in a warehouse in Memphis. Background check found an arrest, conviction and jail time. While walking the kid out of the building, he said that his crime was selling drugs not anything serious like killing someone.

Written on John Adams: A healthy Pat Summitt would have had Debby Jennings' back :

Don't need to read the article - just the comments - to say it's typical BS from the most pathetic person in Knoxville. GTH Adams, GTH.

Written on Big 12, SEC have deal for football champs to play:

Should of, would of, fair, makes sense... all this stuff doesn't matter one bit in this and the BCS decisions. It's all about the $$$$$$. And the $'s are very big.

Written on (Bryce) Brown out? Not according to Eagles:

Could be another Arian Foster. Kid's got the size and speed. Father's not going to be the influence he was in college days.

Written on Pat Summitt steps down:

Had the pleasure of meeting and listening to Pat speak to a small group of big orange supporters prior to the UCLA/TN game at the Rose Bowl a few years ago. She was so gracious and took the time to not only shake everyone's hand but to actually talk to everyone. My wife's signed hat sits proudly in our UT display case. She is probably the best Ambassador the University of Tennessee has ever had. She is as much an incredible person as she is a coach. I feel fortunate to have been a fan of hers for a long time. Living in the midwest and traveling all over, it's incredible how many times folks want to talk to me about Coach Summitt. Best of luck to coach and thanks for the many memories.

Written on Discipline still a point of contention for Derek Dooley:

Jesus Christ, Mary and St Joseph, half the comments on this thread are a reaction to the dumb-a. Seriously?

Remember when we used to get real dialogue? Becoming just a memory with no place to stay.

On the other hand, looks like the team is progressing with a little depth behind the starters. Sure wish Bray was posting better numbers or at least we were getting details why so many incompletions.

Written on Da'Rick Rogers returns to practice; Derek Dooley clears the air :

So, how did practice go?

Written on Switch to 3-4 defense earns good reviews :

It will be fun watching Smith and his speed at an OLB position. I have visions of a quick toss over the middle by Brantley and an unfortunate receiver - BOOM! Nuff said.

Written on Cuonzo Martin says 'never anything' to leaving for Illinois :

in response to ProfessionalHandicapper:

FYI he finished last in the state of Tennessee..Lost to Memphis twice,Vandy in a blowout, APSU and MTSU. Glad that is all UT expects. Luckily he didnt face Belmont. Both APSU and MTSU were home losses.. The new UT has very low expectations.

No where to go but up. I like the direction Martin is heading. Expect to challenge KY next year.

Written on Alex Smith concludes visit with Dolphins:

Is this article about Peyton Manning?

Written on Manning update: Broncos, Titans and 49ers are left:

in response to FLVOL_79:

You know, the guy who has the greatest gator to ever play the game worried about losing his job.

Sweet. He may be thinking about changing positions which I think would be best. Tebow should be a fullback or slot receiver.

Written on Titans wrap up meeting with Manning in Nashville:

I hope this comes to pass. And, don't want to be negative nelly, but consider this: Peyton comes to the Titans and season ticket sales are sold out for years. There becomes a waiting list similar to the Packers. And UTK will fill 3/4 of Neyland stadium for years to come. Kind of bitter sweet isn't it.

Written on Vols advance in NIT, 65-51 :

in response to 1vavolfan:

All of you guys complaining about attendance. Why weren't you there? I live near Bristol and couldn't get down because of work but I will be at the MTSU game.If you post 30 minutes after the game is over, obviously you weren't there.Cutting on the fans for staying home while you sit at home on your arses posting on the computer.

I wasn't there because I live in Wisconsin. But, 8,000 fans at most schools are one of two things:

1) not quite as large as most of the fans the camera seemed to find
2) not quite as lethargic as most of the fans the camera seemed to find.

I will admit that whoever was physically capable of standing and yelling must have been because it did get a little louder at the end of the game. But what a total embarrassment to see some fat man or woman with their arms resting on their huge bellies during the heat of the game. Even if you don't have enough self respect to not let yourself get so obese, have a enough pride to get into the game. Geez, Martin must be a heck of a recruiter.

Written on Mike Strange: Vols should view NIT as opportunity:

There are a couple of posts on here under different screen names posted by the same person. Anyone who things CCM is not the real deal is either a troll or an idiot. I don't care how many stars our guys have, they have a lot of talent. What they didn't have at the beginning of the season was a lot of confidence. WHy should they have had - everyone else had the same doubts.

CCM has built that confidence and more importantly trust in them and they in him. We are still short a guy with ice water in his veins that can consistently hit an outside jumper anytime, anywhere. That showed up big on Friday. This experience will harden them and make them better. I like where this team is heading. If we get the NIT bid, look at it as an opportunity to practice and play together that much more.

Written on UT Vols begin SEC tourney with NCAA vision:

I like their attitudes. The next game is the only game to think about. Play harder than your opponent, win the 50-50s and you will be okay. GBO.

Written on Jeronne Maymon named to All-SEC second team; Jarnell Stokes on All-Freshman:

in response to Ironcity:

As much as I like Martin your point holds no water. Using your style a coach takes over a team thats been to the NCAA the past 6 years. He has 5 four star players on his roster when maybe two other teams in the league have more. Should he get coach of the year for coming in second? Coach Cal did a great job with that bunch. He is a cheat but you can't deny what he has accomplished. Martin did a great job getting this team off the deck and making it a reflection of him. I am OK with what the other coaches voted for. I am also glad that the team still feels slighted. This could be the motivation that gets us two more wins and a likely invite to the big dance.

Understand your point, but Summitcourt's post did hold water. KY had a bunch of top notch players that performed that way from day one - ergo the recognition and awards. TN had one second teamer and one freshman. Making All SEC and having a bunch of stars are two different things. CCM did pull this team off the matt as you say. He did have some talent to work with, no doubt. But, he did do it and far exceeded expectations.

How did the other coaches vote? Who came in second?

Written on Vols lock up first-round bye, 68-61 :

in response to jimr07:

How many of you remember the ragging hamilton took for hiring Marting?

I remember the ragging Hamilton took for pushing UT athletics into the basement of the SEC. Most of the trash toward Hamilton was well deserved. As for CCM, coach of the year. Nuff said.

As for all the naysayers dissing Tatum - damn.
As for all the naysayers dissing McBee's D - damn.
As for all the hate on Golden's ability to run the team - double damn.
As for this team finishing 11th in the league - take that baby.

Go Vols, win a couple in the SEC tourney and you are in.

Written on Mike Strange: Martin deserving of honor, but Calipari hard to ignore :

I can't think of anything but UT playing Vandy and wish others would as well. We have to focus on our task at hand. Hating on Cal, as much fun as it is, must wait.

Written on 2nd or bust? It's down to the wire for Vols:

Bring on the D pain baby, all day long. GBO.

Written on Jarnell Stokes stepped up against LSU :

in response to sly_stone99#434111:

Devoe's demise was his lackluster recruiting effort and the shot clock. Great defensive minded coach and knew the X'S & O's. Just couldn't recruit great players (outside Ellis).

Tennessee was Ellis' second choice. He wanted GA but didn't want to play behind the human highlight reel. Still, once here, Dale was all Tennessee and without a doubt (arguably) the best ever. He never had the compliment that Earnie/Bernie had.

However, why do we have to recall all this history. Fulmer was good and did great things at Tennessee. Pearl was phenominal and made Tennessee relevant again. And Coach Cuonzo Martin will be the SEC coach of the year.

Nuff said.

Written on Vols continue to be dominant against South Carolina, 73-64 :

in response to jt45:

Yes I agree their were some bad calls, there seems to be a bunch of those this year. LSU will be a tough game, win or lose I like the way coach Martin has become more active on the side court, that kind of intensity I believe helps to keep them focused. When you look back at earlier games that were lost, Martin was not up at all, I think that one of the main keys for this squad is for coach Martin to stay active and after them the whole game.They play much better when he does that.

Agree 100% with your comment. The more demonstrative Martin is the better the team responds. McBee let the little guy drive right by him on one play and CCM was off his seat before the basket was made getting someone else in for McBee. He was coached up and put back in the game in 30 seconds, but coach made his point in a hurry. If he keeps doing this, the players are going to believe in him and themselves. Wasn't that way in December.

Written on Vols continue to be dominant against South Carolina, 73-64 :

in response to bvol1inSC:

McBee is far from a "strong" player...but he does provide hustle IMHO, the best three-point shooting on the team, and the best free-throw shooter on the team. Often, when he is double-teamed, he gets fouled...90% from free throw line. He's playing better "D" than he ever has...agree w/you on his athleticism, speed - and size is also an issue. But, to recap, he does give the Vols depth, some SR leadership, decent "D," 3-pt and free-throw shooting. Steven Pearl had none of McBee's qualities except maybe for some hustle and size...and Pearl was able to play some physical defense against many players bigger than he. There are clearly games we would not have won this year w/out McBee...I'm trying to remember ANY single game last year where Pearl won us a game...just sayin'...

Agree with your response regarding McBee and Pearl. Maymon is a completely different player this year, especially on the defensive end. McBee gets beat every now and then on the quick step - but generally he plays pretty good solid D. Loved seeing him in there grabbing rebounds last night. This team and this coach have come a long way this year. How would we look if we had the first 15 games as a do over - probably 12-3 and in much better shape. Coach is more active on the sidelines as well. Liked seeing him go after the refs last night - sure looked like the calls weren't even at all.

Written on Vols streaking into South Carolina :

"Not much; it's just another game, Martin said. "We're just trying to stay focused and win one ballgame.

Way to go coach, keep them focused on the task at hand. Keep up our intensity and we will be okay.

Written on Dolphins fans lobby for team to get Peyton Manning:

Flew back from Germany today sitting next to a couple of ladies from Indianapolis. They are campaigning for Peyton to stay in Indianapolis as the QB coach for Luck. Seems everyone has ideas about Peyton being a coach. Personally, I don't see it. He will have a headline career as an announcer or some other TV role. Wouldn't be surprised to see him do a movie role.

Written on Five score in double figures as Vols beat Ole Miss, 73-60 :

Just back from Frankfurt and was looking forward to watching the Vols tonight. Unfortunately, all I've got is the good news we won and all this BS talk about winning out again. I thought the Alabama game would have stopped that nonsense. Let's focus on the next game and the next game only. Beat SC. By the way, what happened to McBee - has he disappeared?

Written on Andrew Gribble: Projected mid-round pick Tauren Poole acting on scouts' feedback :

in response to flatrock:

Good luck to T. Poole, a class act (sure wish you had had a QB who bothered to learn how to read defensive fronts- and how to check you out of plays that were out-numbered at the point-of-attack from the snap!).

Agree. It would be interesting to see his YPC between Simms and Bray at QB. Hopefully, Tyler is becoming a student of the game and realizing he needs to better at reading defenses. Regardless, best of luck to Tauren. A chance to be another one of Fulmer's recruits making it on Sundays.

Written on Vols temper confidence for key game at Alabama:

I love the positive thinking, but makes me a little nervous. Sure hope the team is focused on one thing only - do your job today with the most intensity on the court. They do that, we can then talk about the next game.

Written on Cam Tatum's work ethic doesn't slip :

Dang, what's up with all this negativity. Damn good game and good coaching. This team really is playing together and feeding off each other. Now let's take it one game at a time, take that swagger and confidence on the road and win one in Alabama. Anytime we win in Alabama it's a good thing.

Go Vols, keep playing hard, keep your head about you and good things will come your way.

Written on Vols rout Arkansas, 77-58 :

Good to see this. Coach and the team coming together. Looks like a lot more confidence on the floor than what we saw earlier in the year.

Written on Mike Strange: Vols' learning curve requires patience :

in response to atnvol#283282:

Mike Strange is the class of the Knoxville media journalist. He does not stoop to "attack" journalism like most of the others, and yet he will give a straight answer when asked of his opinion(Sports Source appearances). I guess you could call him "old school" of the Ben Byrd type journalist.....but I prefer to call him refreshing. Thank you Mike Strange.

Regards, Mike Young

In reality, you are saying he won't stoop to the easy cheap shots like the dumb A adams. I couldn't agree more.

If anyone else asks why Cam Tatum is starting, you have to think they are not reading any of Coach's comments. Obviously, you have to play D first. Good to see the energy that has created on both ends of the floor.

Written on Cuonzo Martin: 10-6 in SEC puts Vols 'in good shape' for NCAA :

Win 5 of 6 and maybe a couple in the SEC Tourney, the RPI will fall a long way The bad losses early in the season will be nixed with an 8-2 last ten games. Quality losses to KY, Memphis, Duke and Miss St mean more than you think. Quality wins against Fla, UConn and TBD - hopefully Vandy and Alabama - will be the tipping point to get them in the NCAA. Win more than you lose the rest of the way and the NIT is a sure thing.

Written on Mike Strange: Finally, Vols earn right to be happy travelers :

Tied for 5th in the SEC - not bad. Big game coming up. Be grounded, enjoy the win for a day, get back to work, focus on catching the ball, handling the ball, passing the ball. We have cut the TO's way back, but still some silly ones yesterday.

Written on Signee Derek Reese impressed with Vols' run :

I like the sound of a 6'8" guy who can shoot the long ball. Look forward to watching him next year.

Written on Josh Pastner wants to end series with UT :

in response to VolMoment:

This also would have been a down year for Pearl with the returning players. Tennessee is ahead of Tiger High in the series so where is you logic. The tiger high coach sees the hand writing on the wall. Coach Martin will get more good players and we will increase our lead in the series so he wants to keep his job.

Disagree with your first comment. Harris would have stayed and helped with the on floor leadership, development of Maymon and Stokes, as well as provide much needed offense. IMO, Hopson would have gone and the team would be better off. Would they be challenging KY for the SEC, doubtful. But they would have beaten Memphis twice. Agree with the rest of your comments.

Written on Manning takes workout regimen to Duke:

Much ado about nuttin'.

Written on Skylar McBee growing into hometown hero :

Good article and nice spot light on a guy that gives his all for Tennessee. Not always respected by some fans, he keeps his focus and his heart - not bad at all. Now, if some confidence can carry over to Gainesville, that would be okay too.

Written on Skylar McBee scores 18; Vols fend off South Carolina, 69-57 :

in response to wigmeister:

Great win. They build a nice lead, and instead of continuing to play in the way they got the lead, they try to slow it down, and take time off the clock. Destroys their rhythm. It happens all the time. They played well overall tonight. McBee was all over the court tonight.

We watched two different games. They got the lead by moving the ball around and being patient. They got too excited and started playing too fast - six/seven straight turnovers. Some of the passes were ligit to players not being ready, but some of them were circus routines. Nothing about what they did was related to coaching telling them to use the clock.

On the other hand, great character in keeping focused and getting the momentum back. Nice win regardless of the comp. All the Skylar haters got to eat some crow on this one. He showed why coach has him in the starting line up - good d and super 3 pt shooting.

Written on Returning talent one of several draws to UT for Sam Pittman:

There is a lot of work to do, technique, position, strength, toughness, finishing the block. They are big enough, are they mean enough.

Written on Mike Strange: Scouting report depends on Jordan McRae :

Good article and it makes the iron clad point of Martin's philosophy - play D or sit. Folks keep complaining about Cam Tatum playing when his offense has been so woeful. They need to re-read this article - Tatum is playing because he is one of the best defenders on this team. I for one am glad to see him keep shooting because he can be deadly from long range. Clearly his confidence has been shaken but his defense hasn't suffered. He's not a Scotty Hopson who would hang his head and shuffle back down the floor. Tatum misses and he runs to the defensive end of the floor and mans up. Keep playing hard Vols and you will be okay.

Written on Lineup change benefits Vols against Georgia, 73-62 :

Good win. If we can win the ones we should win, we can make a post season tournament. The extra season and extra practice will help this team grow even more, especially Stokes. Like the upside potential, but he seems to be digressing rather than progressing. Yeah, Cam Tatum made a couple of baskets. Keep playing hard Vols and you will be okay.

Written on Peyton Manning says he has no plans to retire:

I doubt there ever has been nor will it be easy to duplicate the class the First Family of Football has. Way to go Mannings.

Written on Mike Strange: 'Great ones' can win at Rupp :

Going to be tough to watch, but watch I will - gotta love them Vols to the bone. Over/under on TO's - 28.

Written on Lane Kiffin’s recruits for UT Vols fail to pan out:

in response to VolfanClinton:

Once again it does not matter if we have a top five recruiting class under Dooley ... he has no clue how to develop players ...under Kiffin we were crushing Georgia and South Carolina .. Check the scores..if Kiffjn was still here we would be a top ten team !!

big difference, Kiffin was playing with Fulmer's players and Dooley has been stuck with Kiffin's class. Eight recruits left out of 20 is pathetic. And of the superstars that went elsewhere - what are they doing? Jackson will make it. I doubt anyone else will.

Written on Govols247: Santos switches to Texas :

in response to finn:

Considering we were a sub .500 team last year with 6 coaching positions turned over and a head coach on the hot seat, the fact that we are even in the top 30 for recruiting classes leads me to believe somebody is doing a heck of a job on the recruiting front. Hard to say how we finish but the fact that UT is sniffing at the top 10 is pretty amazing. Try putting things in perspective for a sec.

Apparently I wasn't clear enough. I'm not complaining about the class we have - it's a good one. But, the turnover in coaching is hurting a bit and that shouldn't be a surprise either. I'm just asking where are the 4 and 5 stars that these new coaches were recruiting before they came? What new players have committed since adding all the new coaches? Seems to me we should be adding as many as we are losing and that's not the case.

Written on Govols247: Santos switches to Texas :

Is this a trend or is it just me? Ever since we've added all these coaches who were good recruiters and have long resumes of great experience, we have not added any surprise recruits but in fact have gone the other way - losing one after another. When in fact are all these great hires going to produce in the recruiting wars?

Written on Ugly, but effective: Tennessee beats Auburn, 64-49:

in response to MOOREVOLS:

Were you there? You must have seen something different than I did. It was really a great crowd. They said over 19,000 and I'd say that's close to correct. Other than the Florida, Kentucky and Connecticut games this was the best crowd of the season. I'd say the fans did a good job today, even with two horrible teams playing.

19000 is not too bad for 10-11 team. Crowd looked good from the TV. Where do we rank on average attendance? I'm just guessing, but it probably is very impressive, especially for a rebuilding team. Go Vols, be proud.

Written on UT needs win over Auburn to avoid SEC cellar:

in response to FeelVol:

I'd take this years team over last years anytime with the exception of Harris of course.

I'm betting Harris wishes he stayed one more year at UT. 0-2 last night in a loss to the Bulls. Other rookie on Bucks scored 17. We'd be a much better team with him on it.

Written on Former Tennessee AD: Threats led family to flee:

in response to Oenoboy:

Neither you or SevenT have any idea how serious the threats were or how they were communicated. Nowadays you cannot take any threat lightly. Compounded with multiple threats, I don't see he really had a choice for his families sake. If I had a family and started receiving threats, I would likely do the same thing.

This is an embarrassment to the Orange Nation and nobody can justify these mental midget threats nor criticize Hamilton doing what he felt was best for his family's safety.

You are right, I don't know for a fact. I suspect that some of the threats were serious enough to warrant police protection. Again, I've had police protection assigned to my house before and the threat wasn't that much of big deal - at least to me. Don't get me wrong, I'm not condoning any idiot actually threatening another person for any reason what so ever. However, the idiot's do exist and they do wear Orange - unfortunately. And as far as I'm concerned, good riddance. Shame on KNS for even publishing this article.

But I suspect the real reason for Hamilton moving was the embarrassment he and his family would feel anywhere and everywhere in the community. Imagine his kids going to school, shopping, play, movies, anywhere. "Oh, you're the kid of the guy who destroyed the UT athletic program...". If I were in Hamilton's shoes and had done what he had done, I'd move too.

Written on UT needs win over Auburn to avoid SEC cellar:

Seriously, I'm with Coach Martin on this. I do not understand the ever increasing turnovers. Is it confidence? Is it just a lack of focus? I just don't get it. But every game, you can see a lack luster pass across the lane - TO. You can see someone not looking the pass into their hands - TO. You can see Kenny Hall absolutely panic when he gets thrown the ball 10 ft from the basket and an extra defender coming at him. I just don't understand how someone doesn't understand take care of the ball before all other things on offense. They are playing good defense, but seriously, 25 TO's and most unforced?

Written on Former Tennessee AD: Threats led family to flee:

in response to SevenT:

Hammy was handed the keys to a Cadillac and when he cleaned out his desk he left the keys to a Yugo.

Not only was he a horrible AD he is a complete wimp for crying about getting a threat from some UT fan. Just about every single person in a high profile job has enemies and receives a threat from time to time. Grow a pair Hammy

OMG, I couldn't agree more. But what is really sad is all the people falling for this crummy article and getting incensed that he may have actually been (seriously) threatened. I've had police protection before and didn't feel the need to run. As you mentioned, almost anyone in a high profile job gets threats like this and they don't run. Yes, it's sad a fan(atic) goes that far, but get a grip. No, the real need for Hamilton to run was embarrassment for the absolutely horrible job he did as both a Director of Marketing and Athletic Director of the University of Tennessee. I doubt seriously he could ever return to the AD of any athletic department in the country. He is pathetic.

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