Where are Bo & Melvin going?
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Not sure where they are going, but pretty good idea they are not going to PSU, OK State, or Iowa. If they are a package deal, which I would guess they end up being. I guess MM could make a different decision, but it's hard to see how with the way things stand with Beau's recruitment, there is just a combination of fences needed to be mended and not that much interest that I have to think will affect MMs decision.
Unless something changes significantly. Which, you never know in this recruitment.
Unless something changes significantly. Which, you never know in this recruitment.
I voted Nebraska......missed the "Don't Care" or would have selected that. This kid's process is the most annoying. Please be over soon!
Too much drama with this outfit… good luck wherever they decide to hitch their wagons. Wouldn’t be surprised if they hit the portal at least once in their careers.
I like Bo. I like his all-in attitude. I like how he reaches out to younger wrestlers. Do I see him at Penn State? That'd be good for him if he has international aspirations, but the lack of guarantee of being a starter right away seems like a big deterrent.
Bo, Melvin and little brother, at this point in time, are , no doubt exploring more than wrestling. The system changes would cause any elite talent to pause and study the fiscal implications of the decision at hand. My guess is that Bo's misstep at Iowa will make for a more in-depth consideration. Likewise, Dad is more than the typical wrestling Dad in that he may be assessing all situations with a desire for his own landing spot. PSU is the best decision for wrestling but this outcome is about much more than just wrestling. My best guess is that all three will end up elsewhere.
I voted for Over the River and Through the Woods partly because we learned that song in kindergarten, along with ‘Oh Christmas Tree’ in German. Teachers Mrs. Martin and Miss Jacob, fellow student and first crush was eventual Miss Teenage America 1975. True story. All I Really Need to Know I Learned in Kindergarten, great book.
I hope PSU lands them. Bo and Melvin have already proven themselves as great wrestlers. Keegan is on the same track. I am assuming all 3 are a package deal but nothing is for sure. My honest opinion is everyone is making excuses for not wanting them cuz they dont think the kids are going to commit here. If PSU was the front runner from the beginning, and the Iowa saga didnt occur, I think everyone would be all over them and love them. If someone would have thrown a bag of money at me when I was 17 years old and told me the offer expires soon (allegedly) I would have taken the money too.
Wasn't a fan of Bassett's weekly recruiting elimination social media stuff, but also didn't let it bother me.
But to be clear, there has been essentially zero drama since Bassett decommitted from Iowa 11 weeks ago. And so far pretty much zero drama with Miller and little Bassett.
Agree with this. Maybe not "everyone", but most.
While I doubt it happens, hope PSU can land the whole crew.
Yeah, ignoring the past year, of disrespecting about 30 programs that had no real chance, then decommiting, then drawing the same decision out another couple of months.... Zero drama here whatsoever.
You want a prime example of zero drama???
Here's three! Give me the PJ Duke, Marcus Blaze, Jax Forrest level of class every day!
PS - they are all superior recruits to boot.
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I dunno, I think Melvin is the truth, and Bo has the right mindset to flourish in our room. I’d love to land both or one, but certainly agree that if we don’t, we’ll be alright.
We’ve had overbearing dads before, Cael seems up to the task. Guess we’ll just have to wait and see.
We’ve had overbearing dads before, Cael seems up to the task. Guess we’ll just have to wait and see.
Just saying here. I bet the staff is perfectly AOK with some simple parent drama. What's to be avoided is pissed off at who knows what significant other drama.
This is exactly what is happening. People around here giving themselves a Rochambeau. Kick ourselves in the nuts and then say "we didn't want him anyway."
I think Dad and son still haven’t found what they are looking for, particularly Dad. If they find it, they will not be at PSU, if they don’t find it they will be at PSU.
Melvin might be the better recruit but Bo fits perfectly. I definitely want them both
Seems like some overthinking going on in that camp. Sometimes the correct choice is right in front of you. No you won’t be our hero and turn the program around, no you won’t be the best wrestler here, no you won’t receive preferential treatment but PSU is the correct choice. Nebraska is on a nice little run but what are we are we doing here?
LOL at the Naked Gun reference.
Yeah, Bassett's weekly recruiting elimination thing via social media was silly and had way too much "look at me" factor. But it was also harmless, and I doubt that any coaches/programs had their feelings hurt too much or felt "disrespected". And no clue why you apparently feel Bassett is adding drama by not commiting to another program immediately after the Iowa decommit on June 23. As noted earlier, things have been pretty quiet since then.
If they go to PSU the winning will occur and NIL money will follow.
Just an opinion here, but the Steadman hire was a great hire.
Just an opinion here, but the Steadman hire was a great hire.
Wake me up when he makes a decision. Er...nevermind...just let me sleep.
Why wouldn’t PSU or any program want Bo and Melvin, possibly Keegan. They are elite recruits and if things dont work out they can hit the transfer portal. With freestyle aspirations PSU seems a great fit. If its all about being the best you can be in college and international. Nebraska isn't the place, IMO.
Ok spyker. You know damn well if Cael wanted Ira involved, he's already involved.
I suspect 90% plus here want both of them, including myself. Bo is a pretty darn good fit weight wise, and Melvin is looking ultra elite to the point he may push someone out of his way of there is a conflict. Keegan is gravy.
Do I like their approach or recruiting process? Nope
Do I have slight concerns about their demands and a potential disruption, distraction or a miss fit for the program? A bit.
Do I think they will achieve their full potential at PSU while risk plateauing somewhere south of their full potential somewhere else? It's nearly guaranteed
Will we be fine if they choose somewhere else? Undoubtedly
Did I say the somewhat rediculousness of their proccess creates hesitation where there should be none. You bet
Wake me when it's over. Please
Do I like their approach or recruiting process? Nope
Do I have slight concerns about their demands and a potential disruption, distraction or a miss fit for the program? A bit.
Do I think they will achieve their full potential at PSU while risk plateauing somewhere south of their full potential somewhere else? It's nearly guaranteed
Will we be fine if they choose somewhere else? Undoubtedly
Did I say the somewhat rediculousness of their proccess creates hesitation where there should be none. You bet
Wake me when it's over. Please
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Nebraska may be on a hot streak sort of but we have a High School kid coming in who happened to beat a couple of their National Champs so there’s that.
I selected “don’t care” because I just don’t stress the recruiting process, especially with Cael and Co at the helm. I thrust them to field the most dominant team in the country since they have the track record to prove it. I can’t control recruiting, so I don’t worry about non-PSU athletes or recruits.
When I was talking to Bill after Bo decommitted, I told him im guessing Nebraska but hope he chooses PSU. I'm still going with that. If they choose somewhere other than PSU, it won't bother me in the least. And if they do choose PSU, parenting is of no concern. Cael does things his way or hit the bricks. To be honest, I mostly hope they choose PSU to keep them from other teams. Lol. Also, I think Melvin is a can't miss. Bo I think maximizes his potential in both free and folk in State College. He has that motor and will already. I just think PSU will best refine his game....
They should go and get the fame elsewhere. They worked hard and deserve to be the face of a program
