Staten Review from Ittakes5ive...

[steve snyder]

From the OSU Rivals site....nice review of Staten's performance in the games...but the big schools are obviously planting the seeds of "second thoughts". Comments on UD covet Jordan Sibert and Payne as well.



http://ohiostate.rivals.com/content.asp?CID=824489

[NCkevi]

"I'm pretty much content where I am right now, but I've heard rumors that Coach Gregory might not be there when I get there," said Staten. "If that is the case, then I'll definitely look somewhere else.

have to wonder how many of those rumors results from discussions here

	Brian Gregory BRIAN GREGORY UD Men's Basketball Head Coach since 2004. Groomed by the likes of Judd Heathcoate and Tom Izzo at Michigan State, as well as Kevin O'Neill and others, Gregory's defensive-minded leadership has led Dayton to NCAA and multiple NIT appearances. A good recruiter, BG has elevated the athleticism of the squad in recent years and kept top area talent at home. Still looking for that breakthrough season with his own players that catapult him to the NCAA tourney. Graduated from Oakland University.

[Bill McPeek]

Originally Posted by NCkevi "I'm pretty much content where I am right now, but I've heard rumors that Coach Gregory might not be there when I get there," said Staten. "If that is the case, then I'll definitely look somewhere else. have to wonder how many of those rumors results from discussions here

You beat me to the punch with your post. Where is this "rumor" coming from?

	Brian Gregory BRIAN GREGORY UD Men's Basketball Head Coach since 2004. Groomed by the likes of Judd Heathcoate and Tom Izzo at Michigan State, as well as Kevin O'Neill and others, Gregory's defensive-minded leadership has led Dayton to NCAA and multiple NIT appearances. A good recruiter, BG has elevated the athleticism of the squad in recent years and kept top area talent at home. Still looking for that breakthrough season with his own players that catapult him to the NCAA tourney. Graduated from Oakland University.

[Gazoo]

Mr. Staten, if those rumors came from this site, google "representative sample". Then realize this ain't it. Basic rule of thumb: those with knowlege of such things are smart enough not to share it. Those without such knowledge share it a LOT.

Also, those are the sort of comments to the media that will get a future boss reasonably angry at you.

[San Diego Flyer]

Nice props for Matt Kavanaugh in the article:

Dayton commitment Matt Kavanaugh also deserves praise for his physical play against Favors. Aggressive on both ends, Kavanaugh occupied Favors defensively and relentlessly banged with Favors when defending him while Allen Roberts, Zach Brown and Ryan Siggins played inspired basketball on the perimeter for All Ohio Force.

Nice.

Ps- Jawan Staten, please realize those kinds of rumors are often "dropped" by rival stakeholders and are part of the nasty side of recruiting. Simply pick up the phone and call Brian Gregory if there is any lingering doubt in your mind. If Gregory is anything, it is that he is forthright and honest.

	Brian Gregory BRIAN GREGORY UD Men's Basketball Head Coach since 2004. Groomed by the likes of Judd Heathcoate and Tom Izzo at Michigan State, as well as Kevin O'Neill and others, Gregory's defensive-minded leadership has led Dayton to NCAA and multiple NIT appearances. A good recruiter, BG has elevated the athleticism of the squad in recent years and kept top area talent at home. Still looking for that breakthrough season with his own players that catapult him to the NCAA tourney. Graduated from Oakland University.

[troublebrewin]

nice touch on kavannagh also.

[Flyer'95]

Favors, by the way, is the number 1 power forward in the class of 2009 according to rivals. And it sounds like kavanaugh more than held his own against him. That's great news. The quote from staten? Not so great.

[GoSteelers]

Originally Posted by Bill McPeek You beat me to the punch with your post. Where is this "rumor" coming from?

I would guess anyone else trying to recruit him. What better way to place doubt in his mind then to say the coach might be leaving.

BTW, I heard that Thad Motta might be leaving. When asked about it, he said he wasn't going anywhere. So, I'd say it is a done deal.

[Fudd]

I need to get out and see Kavanaugh play this year. But I like what I am hearing. We will need a guy who can play physical defense on a strong opposing big when Huelsman leaves, IMO.

[keats '91]

I immediately thought of old Ratface when I read this quote.
While he is not the only (potential) recruiting rat, he certainly fits into the mold.
You know somebody(s) is in his ear, whispering.

I love the idea of Staten as a Flyer. And hopefully one that would pull even more talent to UD.

Is this summer a long one already or what ...

[San Diego Flyer]

Sooner or later (I hope later) we are going to lose one of these long lead verbal commitments for one or more of a dozen possible reasons. I can't remember a time when we chased this many recruits that the "bigs" have decided they also want.

For every kid with the integrity of Chris Wright there are 3 more like Alex Carmona, Adrion Graves or Jerome Randall.

	Chris Wright CHRIS WRIGHT 6-8 225lb | Trotwood Madison, HS (OH) A10 All Rookie Team. Preseason 2008 2nd Team All A10. Member of the UD Flight Club with a 40+ inch vertical leap. Consensus Top-75 national recruit. Uncle is former Flyer J.D. Grigsby. Nickname is Top Flyght. CAREER STATS 2007-08 10.4ppg 5.7rpg

[Ready Action]

Originally Posted by NCkevi "I'm pretty much content where I am right now, but I've heard rumors that Coach Gregory might not be there when I get there," said Staten. "If that is the case, then I'll definitely look somewhere else. have to wonder how many of those rumors results from discussions here

It's possible that Staten or his people do read this board, but you also have to wonder how many of those "big school" coaches are saying that crap to get him to change his mind.

	Brian Gregory BRIAN GREGORY UD Men's Basketball Head Coach since 2004. Groomed by the likes of Judd Heathcoate and Tom Izzo at Michigan State, as well as Kevin O'Neill and others, Gregory's defensive-minded leadership has led Dayton to NCAA and multiple NIT appearances. A good recruiter, BG has elevated the athleticism of the squad in recent years and kept top area talent at home. Still looking for that breakthrough season with his own players that catapult him to the NCAA tourney. Graduated from Oakland University.

[AlumUD]

Originally Posted by Ready Action It's possible that Staten or his people do read this board, but you also have to wonder how many of those "big school" coaches are saying that crap to get him to change his mind.

And considering he's playing with OSU commit Jared Sullinger, I know which "big school" coach has my bet.....

[nyc_xu]

Originally Posted by San Diego Flyer For every kid with the integrity of Chris Wright there are 3 more like.... Adrion Graves...

I don't really know what this means...but ok.

Staten isn't going to de-commit off speculation, not matter what some other coach tells him. If Gregory is around for the 09-10 season, which there's no doubt he will be, Staten will be a Flyer.

	Brian Gregory BRIAN GREGORY UD Men's Basketball Head Coach since 2004. Groomed by the likes of Judd Heathcoate and Tom Izzo at Michigan State, as well as Kevin O'Neill and others, Gregory's defensive-minded leadership has led Dayton to NCAA and multiple NIT appearances. A good recruiter, BG has elevated the athleticism of the squad in recent years and kept top area talent at home. Still looking for that breakthrough season with his own players that catapult him to the NCAA tourney. Graduated from Oakland University.

[San Diego Flyer]

Originally Posted by nyc_xu I don't really know what this means...but ok. .

Most Dayton fans know.

[UDF4N4LIF3]

Staten is going no where. He will be here in 2010. Hopefully along with Payne.