Gerry Staff Predictions…

[jdubs30]

As a general statement I am so thrilled. I was mentally prepared for Blackwell and AO being 2 of his top guys. My best case scenario was those 2, Lee then 1 additional “non family” hire.

Extremely happy that the first announced hires were Daly and Brunt. Still adding Lee. I gotta assume AO is involved somehow ..

 

[Zelda Zonk]

He wasn’t a prolific shot blocker.

How many blocks did Bernie Fine have? /s

 

[PeteCalvin]

Just need to point out that AO fell about 2 inches from my foot at MSG Big East Tournament. I kept telling him to get up. He was fine. But he wasn't. Obviously I was sitting in the first row. That is my AO story and claim to fame.

If only you had done this in time, we would have another banner in the rafters.

 

[Orangefan1]

Just need to point out that AO fell about 2 inches from my foot at MSG Big East Tournament. I kept telling him to get up. He was fine. But he wasn't. Obviously I was sitting in the first row. That is my AO story and claim to fame.

If it wasn’t for that injury we were on our way to a title

 

[2B20Again]

I’m not sold on AO. I desperately want to be wrong.

But in he’s a legit big man coach. He made up for his physical limitations by learning and playing smart. He will get it done.

 

[2B20Again]

How many blocks did Bernie Fine have? /s

Great point. Those who can’t play, TEACH!!! Write it down.

 

[Cheriehoop]

Gerry thinks AO is a genius at teaching big men. Really. And he has worked with him. After what we have had for big men coaches, I will happily sign up for that.

And Gerry saw what Bernie Fine did for our big men so he had a comparison too. AO also trained with Fine who was considered a top big man coach.

 

[Capt. Tuttle]

Just need to point out that AO fell about 2 inches from my foot at MSG Big East Tournament. I kept telling him to get up. He was fine. But he wasn't. Obviously I was sitting in the first row. That is my AO story and claim to fame.

Why didn’t you stop him from falling? Cost us a championship.

 

[rocklloyd]

But in he’s a legit big man coach. He made up for his physical limitations by learning and playing smart. He will get it done.

Like I said I hope he gets it done at acc level.

 

[BigNastyJon]

I want AO on the staff. He’s a smart guy and if GMac thinks he’s a good big man coach I’m all for it

 

[phil77]

With the portal opening Tuesday would love to see all the official announcements tomorrow before the portal opens.

 

[FrancoPizza]

I feel blindsighted

Is that an oxymoron?

 

[Newhouser]

AO was absolutely more skilled than Rick. AO was a master on the block.

And neither were plus athletes. Both good players but athletic they were eh.

 

[Cheriehoop]

And neither were plus athletes. Both good players but athletic they were eh.

I remember one specific play that got the dome rocking for AO. AO deflected and stole the ball as the other team passed half court towards their basket. He dribbled towards our basket leading a fast break and ended up dunking the ball. The dome went crazy - only time we ever saw that, it was great because it was so shocking, Lots of high 5’s.

 

[orangefog]

I’m late to this thread, but I like AO as big man coach. He is tough. Does anyone ever remember seeing AO smile?

 

[PeteCalvin]

I’m late to this thread, but I like AO as big man coach. He is tough. Does anyone ever remember seeing AO smile?

The only person who could withstand AO’s smile was Chuck Norris, so AO chose not to do it.

 

[cuseattle]

I remember one specific play that got the dome rocking for AO. AO deflected and stole the ball as the other team passed half court towards their basket. He dribbled towards our basket leading a fast break and ended up dunking the ball. The dome went crazy - only time we ever saw that, it was great because it was so shocking, Lots of high 5’s.

Coast to coast. I was looking for that video earlier with no luck. Anybody

 

[Widget24]

It was against DePaul in the flashy '08-09 season. I remember going nuts just like everyone else.