Jermaine Lawrence - PF - Cincinnati Transfer - Bayside, NY

If Carrington I thought we are on him and in good shape?

Can anyone elaborate on why the Brewster coach is not a supporter of Lavin/SJU?  The prevailing theme from some of these posts is that we lost McCullough to Cuse, who was once a SJU-lock (and has a rel'ship with Hardy, etc), because Lavin & Co. was outrecruited by Cuse.  Part of the reason for our lack of visibility, at least some have implied, is because once McCullough went to Brewster we were effectively toast due to the fact that the coach dislikes us.  I know that we have gotten a few Brewster kids -- Sampson -- but from what I recall that recruitment went through Jakar's family and not the coach.

I can never fault a kid for picking Cuse -- tremendous program -- but I'm curious as to whether folks think that we lost CM because of Brewster, Cuse putting on the full court press, the reality that Cuse is a better program and that sometimes kids choose the best program, or some combination of the above.

If Carrington I thought we are on him and in good shape?

We are in good shape, Ollie and UCONN are in better shape

Can anyone elaborate on why the Brewster coach is not a supporter of Lavin/SJU?  The prevailing theme from some of these posts is that we lost McCullough to Cuse, who was once a SJU-lock (and has a rel'ship with Hardy, etc), because Lavin & Co. was outrecruited by Cuse.  Part of the reason for our lack of visibility, at least some have implied, is because once McCullough went to Brewster we were effectively toast due to the fact that the coach dislikes us.  I know that we have gotten a few Brewster kids -- Sampson -- but from what I recall that recruitment went through Jakar's family and not the coach.

I can never fault a kid for picking Cuse -- tremendous program -- but I'm curious as to whether folks think that we lost CM because of Brewster, Cuse putting on the full court press, the reality that Cuse is a better program and that sometimes kids choose the best program, or some combination of the above.

I can't say that that Jason Smith dislikes St Johns but I think from his point of view is that programs like Kansas and Syracuse for his top talent looks a lot better than us.

Can anyone elaborate on why the Brewster coach is not a supporter of Lavin/SJU?  The prevailing theme from some of these posts is that we lost McCullough to Cuse, who was once a SJU-lock (and has a rel'ship with Hardy, etc), because Lavin & Co. was outrecruited by Cuse.  Part of the reason for our lack of visibility, at least some have implied, is because once McCullough went to Brewster we were effectively toast due to the fact that the coach dislikes us.  I know that we have gotten a few Brewster kids -- Sampson -- but from what I recall that recruitment went through Jakar's family and not the coach.

I can never fault a kid for picking Cuse -- tremendous program -- but I'm curious as to whether folks think that we lost CM because of Brewster, Cuse putting on the full court press, the reality that Cuse is a better program and that sometimes kids choose the best program, or some combination of the above.

You can always fault a kid for leaving NY. Especially to go to that cesspool.

Quote from: prjohnnies on January 26, 2013, 10:23:46 AM

Can anyone elaborate on why the Brewster coach is not a supporter of Lavin/SJU?  The prevailing theme from some of these posts is that we lost McCullough to Cuse, who was once a SJU-lock (and has a rel'ship with Hardy, etc), because Lavin & Co. was outrecruited by Cuse.  Part of the reason for our lack of visibility, at least some have implied, is because once McCullough went to Brewster we were effectively toast due to the fact that the coach dislikes us.  I know that we have gotten a few Brewster kids -- Sampson -- but from what I recall that recruitment went through Jakar's family and not the coach.

I can never fault a kid for picking Cuse -- tremendous program -- but I'm curious as to whether folks think that we lost CM because of Brewster, Cuse putting on the full court press, the reality that Cuse is a better program and that sometimes kids choose the best program, or some combination of the above.

You can always fault a kid for leaving NY. Especially to go to that cesspool.

Can't fault a kid for going to a Top 5 program. If your goal is the NBA, it's an honor to go to a prominent program. Hopefully one day we can offer that too.   

Quote from: prjohnnies on January 25, 2013, 07:31:37 PM

If Carrington I thought we are on him and in good shape?

We are in good shape, Ollie and UCONN are in better shape

If another school is in better shape than we (or any other school) cannot be considered to be in "good" shape. Good shape connotates having a good chance to get someone and if he is more likely to go to another school...

Not sure if this was posted but according to cincy boards this writer wouldn't put this out there if he didn't "know something".

http://news.cincinnati.com/article/20130125/SPT0101/301250204/Bearcats-among-finalists-star-forward

Maven also indicated on twitter that handler is pushing cincy.

Not sure if this was posted but according to cincy boards this writer wouldn't put this out there if he didn't "know something".

http://news.cincinnati.com/article/20130125/SPT0101/301250204/Bearcats-among-finalists-star-forward

Maven also indicated on twitter that handler is pushing cincy.

Telep says 3 year starter maybe more. As 21st rated recruit if he lives up to ranking doubt he will be around for 3-4 years. Is Telep trapped in a time warp?

Quote from: Gray Chudney on January 26, 2013, 01:34:17 PM

Not sure if this was posted but according to cincy boards this writer wouldn't put this out there if he didn't "know something".

http://news.cincinnati.com/article/20130125/SPT0101/301250204/Bearcats-among-finalists-star-forward

Maven also indicated on twitter that handler is pushing cincy.

Telep says 3 year starter maybe more. As 21st rated recruit if he lives up to ranking doubt he will be around for 3-4 years. Is Telep trapped in a time warp?

Telep projected Lawrence to stj a few weeks ago.

Anyone know if jermaine has an Adidas affiliation and if that might be the driving force to cincy ?

Quote from: Celtics11 on January 26, 2013, 01:39:20 PM

Quote from: Gray Chudney on January 26, 2013, 01:34:17 PM

Not sure if this was posted but according to cincy boards this writer wouldn't put this out there if he didn't "know something".

http://news.cincinnati.com/article/20130125/SPT0101/301250204/Bearcats-among-finalists-star-forward

Maven also indicated on twitter that handler is pushing cincy.

Telep says 3 year starter maybe more. As 21st rated recruit if he lives up to ranking doubt he will be around for 3-4 years. Is Telep trapped in a time warp?

Telep projected Lawrence to stj a few weeks ago.

Anyone know if jermaine has an Adidas affiliation and if that might be the driving force to cincy ?

Better stated, what is the handler's affiliation or preference?

Quote from: Gray Chudney on January 26, 2013, 01:44:42 PM

Quote from: Celtics11 on January 26, 2013, 01:39:20 PM

Quote from: Gray Chudney on January 26, 2013, 01:34:17 PM

Not sure if this was posted but according to cincy boards this writer wouldn't put this out there if he didn't "know something".

http://news.cincinnati.com/article/20130125/SPT0101/301250204/Bearcats-among-finalists-star-forward

Maven also indicated on twitter that handler is pushing cincy.

Telep says 3 year starter maybe more. As 21st rated recruit if he lives up to ranking doubt he will be around for 3-4 years. Is Telep trapped in a time warp?

Telep projected Lawrence to stj a few weeks ago.

Anyone know if jermaine has an Adidas affiliation and if that might be the driving force to cincy ?

Better stated, what is the handler's affiliation or preference?

Handler allegedly forced transfer to pope John hs in nj, an Adidas school. I'm worried

Quote from: paultzman on January 26, 2013, 01:46:37 PM

Quote from: Gray Chudney on January 26, 2013, 01:44:42 PM

Quote from: Celtics11 on January 26, 2013, 01:39:20 PM

Quote from: Gray Chudney on January 26, 2013, 01:34:17 PM

Not sure if this was posted but according to cincy boards this writer wouldn't put this out there if he didn't "know something".

http://news.cincinnati.com/article/20130125/SPT0101/301250204/Bearcats-among-finalists-star-forward

Maven also indicated on twitter that handler is pushing cincy.

Telep says 3 year starter maybe more. As 21st rated recruit if he lives up to ranking doubt he will be around for 3-4 years. Is Telep trapped in a time warp?

Telep projected Lawrence to stj a few weeks ago.

Anyone know if jermaine has an Adidas affiliation and if that might be the driving force to cincy ?

Better stated, what is the handler's affiliation or preference?

Handler allegedly forced transfer to pope John hs in nj, an Adidas school. I'm worried

If handler trumps family, we lose IMO. We'll see.

Why would any parent even remotely involved in his/her kid's life let a handler anywhere near him? Especially one who seems even remotely shady?

Why would any parent even remotely involved in his/her kid's life let a handler anywhere near him? Especially one who seems even remotely shady?

What do the handlers get out of these relationships

The longer it goes the better. Last year things seemed sour with Karr all HS basketball season.  I and a few others said just wait until he doesnt need Jason Smith anymore.  Season ends and Karr recommitts.  I expect something similar.

The longer it goes the better. Last year things seemed sour with Karr all HS basketball season.  I and a few others said just wait until he doesnt need Jason Smith anymore.  Season ends and Karr recommitts.  I expect something similar.

Hope so.  Kid needs to wear SJU red.  Lawrence and Jakarr up front would be obscene, not to mention the rest of our cast. 

Per Zags regarding today's game vs. Seton Hall:

Pope John coach Jason Hasson attended the game with sophomore forward Moustapha Diagne and freshman point guard Bryce Aiken. Senior forward Jermaine Lawrence, who is considering St. John’s, Cincinnati and UNLV, did not attend with them.

Per Zags regarding today's game vs. Seton Hall:

Pope John coach Jason Hasson attended the game with sophomore forward Moustapha Diagne and freshman point guard Bryce Aiken. Senior forward Jermaine Lawrence, who is considering St. John’s, Cincinnati and UNLV, did not attend with them.

Not a good sign.

How so?  Do you have any direct knowledge?