Mick Cronin needs some help

[waterhead]

Who is accurate when they are not open and set?

KJ doesn't have to create shots from 3 because teams don't guard him tightly. They sag off because to date he is a poor outside shooter. He is quick enough to create his own shots, but I don't really recall him using that quickness driving and shooting, he is more of a stand still shooter.

I read somewhere that Caupain shot 43% from three in HS. This is why Mick was telling him not to be tentative and shoot more open shots. And on the flip side KJ's struggles from outside may be why he hasn't been seeing the floor much, that and we need SK on the floor. It definitely isn't KJ's defense or hustle.

Shaq does have a better percentage mostly because he is selective and takes shots when he is open and doesn't really force shots, just forces his dribbling in the lane and gets the ball knocked loose.

To answer your first question we have had guys like Burton, Logan, VAn Ex, Durden, Williams, Bobbit, etc who could either catch and shoot quickly or move and shoot pretty accurately off the dribble. Thomas is selective...these other guys weren't all that selective but still nailed a good %. In low volume situations Thomas is fine...but not sure he can be the high volume guy we need at the two.

My point about KJ was not about this year...it was about spending the offseason getting better at long range shots. If he gets better the D won't be sagging...and then he can also use his quickness and handles to fake and get past them easier. Same could be said for Thomas...but he needs to work on his shot as well to get there...mainly changing his trajectory. I would put more money on KJ than ST in this category but I could be wrong.

I agree with you on Caupain.

 

[WAITE HOYT 2]

Anybody hear that Whitt is on short list for AD position at Virginia Tech?

 

[Bearcat_NTS]

Anybody hear that Whitt is on short list for AD position at Virginia Tech?

It stems from a blog post on a VT website. I'll wait until there is more credence to the rumor.

If it were to be true, I wouldn't blame him at all for going to VT.

 

[UCalum08]

It stems from a blog post on a VT website. I'll wait until there is more credence to the rumor.

If it were to be true, I wouldn't blame him at all for going to VT.

Cincinnati Enquirer is reporting it too.

"A source told the Roanoke Times on Thursday that Babcock has applied for the job, but there was no indication if Babcock has been interviewed or how far along the process has advanced."

Just another Mike Thomas if he leaves imo.

 

[WAITE HOYT 2]

Found this interesting. Could the decline in attendence be more then about Our Coaching change? Found this on lance's blog page.


Check out this new Harris Poll about America's Favorite Sport

N.Y. – January 16, 2014 – In September and October, it’s an argument that happens year after year in sports bars nationwide. But, it might be that it’s one that comes to an easy conclusion, as football continues to dominate over baseball as America’s Favorite Sport. Over one-third (35%) of adults who follow at least one sport say professional football is their favorite sport, while just 14% say baseball is their favorite.

Results
Pro Football 35%
Baseball 14%
College football 11%
Auto Racing 7%
Men's pro basketball 6%
NHL 5%
Men's college basketball 3%



Read more: http://www.espn1530.com/pages/lancesBlog.html#ixzz2rLbSNyUC

 

[CincyForLife6]

Tweets from the President

Santa J. Ono‏@PrezOno·32m
Huge shout out to @CoachCroninUC for what he has done for our program and for his commitment to UC. Cornerstone to our program #HomeGrown

@PrezOno @CoachCroninUC agree. Now lets invest in his program with new or renovated facilities and raises for his staff.

 

[Robert]

Found this interesting. Could the decline in attendence be more then about Our Coaching change? Found this on lance's blog page.


Check out this new Harris Poll about America's Favorite Sport

N.Y. – January 16, 2014 – In September and October, it’s an argument that happens year after year in sports bars nationwide. But, it might be that it’s one that comes to an easy conclusion, as football continues to dominate over baseball as America’s Favorite Sport. Over one-third (35%) of adults who follow at least one sport say professional football is their favorite sport, while just 14% say baseball is their favorite.

Results
Pro Football 35%
Baseball 14%
College football 11%
Auto Racing 7%
Men's pro basketball 6%
NHL 5%
Men's college basketball 3%



Read more: http://www.espn1530.com/pages/lancesBlog.html#ixzz2rLbSNyUC

Attendance has been down nation wide for quite some time now. That's why I think a return to the Huggins-era attendance figures is borderline unrealistic.

 

[WAITE HOYT 2]

Attendance has been down nation wide for quite some time now. That's why I think a return to the Huggins-era attendance figures is borderline unrealistic.

glad some one else sees that as well. That is why I posted that.

 

[bearcat jeff]

glad some one else sees that as well. That is why I posted that.

Let's not forget attendance was dropping at the end of the Huggs era as well.

 

[WAITE HOYT 2]

Let's not forget attendance was dropping at the end of the Huggs era as well.

right again Jeff. Some want to blame the drop in attendance on our Coach. I'm not so sure that is completely valid.

 

[Bearcat_NTS]

Let's not forget attendance was dropping at the end of the Huggs era as well.

You cannot convince me that the first season in the Big East with Huggins wouldn't have been nearly sold out every night. The momentum of getting into the Big East for basketball was immediately killed with Nancy fired Bob in August right before the season...

 

[WAITE HOYT 2]

You cannot convince me that the first season in the Big East with Huggins wouldn't have been nearly sold out every night. The momentum of getting into the Big East for basketball was immediately killed with Nancy fired Bob in August right before the season...

NTS I agree with you. Firing BOb was handled so badly it certainly hurt attendance. The point I'm making is it wasn't the only issue. Attendance is down across the country.

 

[ralph1950]

You cannot convince me that the first season in the Big East with Huggins wouldn't have been nearly sold out every night. The momentum of getting into the Big East for basketball was immediately killed with Nancy fired Bob in August right before the season...

The first Big East season was coached by Andy Kennedy. It was Devin Downey's 1 year at UC with Eric Hicks, James White, Jihad, etc. Attendence would most probably have been about the same.

 

[Bearcat_NTS]

The first Big East season was coached by Andy Kennedy. It was Devin Downey's 1 year at UC with Eric Hicks, James White, Jihad, etc. Attendence would most probably have been about the same.

Disagree. Getting the big time opponents like Syracuse, Villanova, and West Virginia along with the momentum of the being in the best basketball league in the country would have been huge!!!

All in the past now. Time to dominate the American!!

 

[waterhead]

Mick Cronin just helped himself big time last night!!

Pres. Ono also seems like he is on board with more help...hopefully he spearheads the help from the university

 

[bearcat jeff]

You cannot convince mee that the first season in the Big East with Huggins wouldn't have been nearly sold out every night. The momentum of getting into the Big East for basketball was immediately killed with Nancy fired Bob in August right before the season...

Im not trying to convince you of nothing I just stated a fact. Where's WVU now as a program? Bob Huggins has been on a self inflicted slide for years. I hated the way he was let go but im glad he's gone.

 

[TheLongHaul]

Im not trying to convince you of nothing I just stated a fact. Where's WVU now as a program? Bob Huggins has been on a self inflicted slide for years. I hated the way he was let go but im glad he's gone.

I agree with you here but there is very little doubt that the attendance would have been very good had he been here for the BE. Most conference games would have sold out for sure. But it's in the past and Mick has gotten them back in the spotlight.

 

[WAITE HOYT 2]

The city is starting to buzz with bearcat chatter. Lance advertised he was chatting bearcats early and often yesterday. He also stated he would hang up on anyone who called and mentioned Huggins or attendance.

I couldn't agree more it's time fans let go of the past and help MC continue to build this program going forward. We have a great tradition and a very good young Coach WHO WANTS TO BE HERE. Let's do our part. We're back baby and it's only going to get better. If you can't get behind that go find another team to follow.

 

[bearcat jeff]

I agree with you here but there is very little doubt that the attendance would have been very good had he been here for the BE. Most conference games would have sold out for sure. But it's in the past and Mick has gotten them back in the spotlight.

Again, I'm not disputing that. Huggs was loved here and the move I think would have "energized" him for lack of a better word. Here's the thing. After his 4th season at WVU, once he had complete rosters of his own guys, He has made the NCAA once. I loved the guy but it is not secret his lifestyle overly affects what he does for a living. After leaving Cincy he got into better shape and lived moderately for a bit and you again saw the best in him. He's a helluva coach and it's a shame.

 

[WAITE HOYT 2]

Time to let go of the past and embrace the future. We have a very capable young coach who can deliver a new era of UC hoops.

Anyone hear Connor Barwin on Moe's show yesterday? He was talking about his days playing BB for the Cats under Cronin. He said even in those early dark days you could see he was driven. He stated even when undermanned he never excepted losing. MC used to tear up the locker room at half time.