Friday Roundup: Lance, Buie, Vinson

by Ben Broman on Apr 4, 2009 12:26 AM EDT

I was in Blacksburg (I didn't realize how far away it is) for the day, so I missed two huge recruiting updates. Let's jump right in.

After rumors that Xavier Henry would stick to Memphis or go to Kentucky, hhe appears to be Kansas-bound. That would probably rule out any possibility of Lance going to KU - the scholarship nor the minutes he wants would be there. If you believe him when he says he's not adding any schools, then one would assume Maryland is the logical landing spot, especially because they want out of NYC. But normal recruits change their mind constantly; I wouldn't be shocked to see anything out of Lance right now, including Kentucky or Europe. I'd give him three or four days to commit to Maryland; after that, I'd doubt he'd come to Maryland. There's just no reason to extend any longer unless he needs to look at other options. Europe (given rumors about his academic situation) or another school would seem more likely at that point. I expect this entire situation to clear up by tomorrow.
Some thought it strange to settle for "Plan B" so early, in regards to Stoglin being Taran Buie's plan B. Well, looks like it happened right on time: Buie committed to Penn State today. Buie's brother, Taylor Battle, currently attends PSU. He probably let Gary know of his plans, and Gary responded by going after Stoglin. That makes me feel much better about Stoglin's commitment for some reason.
On to more minor matters: Terrell Vinson seems to be still confused. Louisville has inquired, but they have no scholarships to offer. It sounds a bit like Vinson still wants to be a Terp, but the interest doesn't seem that high on the other side. I still think there are people on the Terps' priority list higher up than Vinson. There's just not a lot of hype regarding him right now. That could change quickly, of course.
Maryland's official athletic site has some notes on Maryland's past few spring practices. Cliffnotes version: The defense has begun to throw in blitzing packages, the offensive line has done better than expected, and Derek Drummond and Travis Ivey have impressed Fridge. There'll also be a scrimmage at the end of tomorrow's practice.

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Isnt Terrell Vinson a top 100!

I thought he was, but i’m a do all i can do and see what happend. I hope we get another big time name, because even if Lance commits, people call him 1 and done, so Greivis, Lance, Eric, and Landon are gone! We’ll need someone to step up and be the go to guy!

by FEARtheTERP1 on Apr 4, 2009 10:05 AM EDT reply actions

was just watching sportscenter

and saw that xavier henrys father says that his son is heading to kansas and wants xavier’s brother(?) to transfer out of memphis to kansas since his brother was a walk on and never actually played (i think). this adds even more certainty to what bbroman has in his article (idky, the link doesn’t work for me, anyone else?)

if all of this is true, this is great for lance to come maryland. i really really hope this seals the deal for BR, the drama has gone on long enough

by fedfan64 on Apr 4, 2009 11:55 AM EDT reply actions

Link updated

Thanks for letting me know.

by Ben Broman on Apr 4, 2009 12:27 PM EDT up reply actions

no worries

thanks!

by fedfan64 on Apr 4, 2009 11:46 PM EDT up reply actions

Vinson and the Terps

Apparently Vinson has his eyes set on UMass from what I hear…

Terps have extended an offer to vinson for quite some time…if he was really interested, I’d imagine he’d have signed by now.

ALSO

Keep an eye out for Spurlock and or Dodson…two names coming up quick on the radar

imagine in GV goes pro, and 2 people transfer and we hit the recruiting jackpot and get Lance, Spurlock and Dodson

J. Will, Padge, BR, Spurlock, Dodson would be Gary’s best recruiting class EVER period

by tiimbitz4786 on Apr 4, 2009 12:37 PM EDT reply actions

Sounds kinda like Dodson wants to follow Cal

Lord knows the schollies will be there; looks like Calipari is going through spring cleaning. Not to mention his grade issues could be problematic.

As for Spurlock, I haven’t heard a lot of buzz regarding him and the Terps. I wouldn’t doubt we’re involved, though.

by Ben Broman on Apr 4, 2009 3:40 PM EDT up reply actions

kentucky fans don't think the scholies will be there fwiw

by tiimbitz4786 on Apr 4, 2009 4:27 PM EDT up reply actions

just what i was going to say,

they seem to think that there’s no room for X. Where would he get his scholly from? They’re already over iu believe….. So it looks a little like we could be celebrating a situation that’s actually working against us!

And someone tell Lance whats going on, he’s Kansas’s 2nd option! He’s Maryland’s #1, he’s been their number 1 for months now! Hey Lance, dont you wanna go somewhere that you’re wanted? I cant imagine the Comcast centers atmosphere with a talent like Lance! I mean, the Comcast was jumping this year like we were competing for a #1 seed!

I’ll put it this way, if a kid wants to have the college experience, why not have it in front of a Emotional (sometimes overly), Excited, and Enthusiastic crowd?……possibly the best fans in the country! Is it me or does this sound like Lance’s ideal home crowd?

by FEARtheTERP1 on Apr 4, 2009 4:36 PM EDT up reply actions

except we booed our own team this year

think that’s on GV’s mind as he considers going pro or not?

There’s only been one day in my life i’ve been ashamed to be a maryland fan and that was it….

you do NOT boo college players ever…period

by tiimbitz4786 on Apr 4, 2009 8:47 PM EDT up reply actions

fair argument

but that actually boosted MD in a way, “us against the world.” Greivis, from that point on was lights out!

And so many were on the “fire Gary” wagon! I’m not hearing to much noise from that click today……..hmmmm! I guess at the end of the day, its better to have high expectations then none at all.

by FEARtheTERP1 on Apr 5, 2009 12:18 AM EDT up reply actions

this is true

i was at that game, it wasn’t cool…

but i was also at the unc game and all the games that followed it. vasquez was a little tough for the fans to handle at first just because he was so wild and streaky at times. however, after that unc game, every time the ball went to the general’s hands, the entire stadium seemed to have an air of confidence knowing that he IS our leader and that he will get the job done. its hard to explain, but since that unc win, we’ve been 100% behind vasquez (as opposed to anything less than 100% before)

by fedfan64 on Apr 6, 2009 12:49 AM EDT up reply actions

i guess i agree to disagree,

while i wouldnt have done it myself, the fans pay to watch the game. And Greivis was being criticized by more than just the crowd for his inconsistent play at the time. I must say that that experience may have made him a better player!

And I guess i can see why that would make you ashamed, but at the same time, that is exactly what i was talking about being perfect for Lance! The fans feed off Gary and the players feed off the fans ( no disrespect to Gary but when that place is loud, the players play with a different urgency!)

by FEARtheTERP1 on Apr 5, 2009 12:02 AM EDT reply actions