Autzen Audibles

considering How many people were there it was awfully quiet when he announced.. Wow, another blow to Sark and Tosh.O

I wonder how this affects, if at all, guys like Shaq going or not going to UW?? Honestly, if I'm looking at a school, I want to play for a contender, not a team that can't even keep any of their own in-state talent. Idk if anyone else is feeling that way, but it's gotta hurt UW's recruiting pitch when they can't even keep a lock on their own in-state recruits that grew up freaking fuskie fans. I understand that we use to be in that same situation with guys like Suh going out of state, but shoot, UW can't even keep their 4-star recruits.

We can hope, but it's probably not a factor in Shaq's decision. Offense vs Defense. Tosh vs whoever. Shaq's interest in Washington seems to be piqued by Tosh and Wilcox and they remain constant.

Ya, I completely understand that point. I just don't get it. UW is revamping their stadium, bringing in coaches, and so on. Would a W against Baylor in their bowl game have really swayed people that much?? Or is UW just really unable to recruit much talent, and even local talent?? It just doesn't compute that they can't land in state, yet Shaq is high on them... Don't get me wrong, I love it, but the fact that Shaq can go to Oregon with a close friend of his, or go to UW with a recruiter that was trying to sell him Cal, only to sell him UW now?? It just doesn't make sense. I understand being friends with the coaches and so on, but would you rather play for a winner, or a sub-par team that apparently isn't setting itself up well for years to come according to their current recruiting... I guess it just makes sense as a fan, but he has more to consider of course. Oregon almost makes too much sense. Constantly winning now, Shaq wants to be a trainer, and Oregon has an awesome athletics program and one of the best trainers in the country in their strength and conditioning coach. A spot for him to fill immediately, along with a close friend going there as well. Is his relationships to Tosh and Wilcox and wanting to be in a big city that overwhelming in his mind?? Just doesn't make sense... CK even said he would use Shaq in the offense in a multi-faceted role, which Shaq wants. Idk... Sometimes it's just confusing. If UW was his hometown favorite that'd be one thing, can't blame him if he goes with Cal, he has lots of ties there, but UW?? REALLY?? Am I the only one thinking this?? Anyone else??

I'm glad Banner chose USC. It's totally obvious that the kids from the state of Washington are all seeing why choosing the University of Washington is a mistake. Spiteful and bitter fan-base and community and a questionable coaching staff that is desperate and reaching for straws. Superior academics are available at numerous other schools. Why would anyone want to go to UW and become a dog?

I'm starting to think that Shaq Thompson really will pick Washington and it's just sad to me.

I don't fault Tosh Lupoi for taking a bigger contract offer that was on the table, that's fine with me. The track record about his lack of character is far more extensive than just that, however. This guy is a grade-A con-man and used car salesman. He is a hack of a coach that instructs his players to cheat in order to win. He is a deceitful employee that started recruiting for Washington even before he took off his Cal clothing. I wouldn't want my son or daughter anywhere near a person with such a shady and unethical background. Especially someone who has yet to apologize or admit his wrongdoing.

Shaq Thompson would be better off at Washington State than at Washington. I think it sets a dangerous precedent when the so-called "recruiter" coaches are so conniving and persistent that they are able to attract kids that they won't even be personally coaching, to come along with them from one school to another. It's like, I kind of understand when people switch from school A to B to follow their position coach, but this situation with Shaq Thompson is just ridiculous.

But Shaq will make a decision and hopefully he will be happy with it. I hope he comes to Oregon or Cal, but if he does go to Washington, I wish the best to the kid. It's just really sad that a recruiting mercenary like Lupoi can have this impact on someone's future.

Gotta get off and go back to work! lol

Go ducks!

The mass exodus of the Fetters King County All-Stars continues!

Yes, disappointed in Cal and UW. I was unclear.