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So much for that UNT offer... 2016 DeSoto (TX) five-star center Marques Bolden has picked up an offer from Kentucky, according to @GiveNGobball. — Chip Miller (@BLUEChip_Miller) May 8, 2015

JUCO PF Andre Berry announces he has committed to Rhode Island. — Alex Kline (@TheRecruitScoop) May 7, 2015

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/2302357-david-robinsons-son-justin-to-walk-on-to-dukes-basketball-team-in-2015

There's only a couple that I think shouldn't be above Brice. Strong 2015 Class in Texas Top 30 Texas A&M - 4 (3 of top 5) Ohio State - 2 OU - 2 Baylor - 2 Undecided - 3 Vanderbilt - 2 UNT - 2 1 Each (Michigan St, TCU, Kansas St, Oklahoma St, UTEP, Weber St, Long Beach St, San Diego, N. Mexico, UH, Georgia, Incarate Word & UT)

The Class of 2015 is just weeks away from graduating and moving on to their college stomping grounds. TexasHoops.com takes a final look at the top 150+ in the Class of 2015 led by Plan... [details] 25 - Rickey Brice (23 in preseason) 30 - JaMichael Brown (37 in preseason) https://rivals.yahoo.com/texashoops/football/recruiting/rankings/rank-3229/0

So, what will a successful season look like for North Texas going forward? (84 out of 127 FBS schools going to bowls - 66%). To get enough teams eligible they will have to lower the number of wins to 5. (5-7 season gets you in) This has become a much easier job and paycheck for Dan McCarney. He's probably on the couch now calling up former teammates for his next QB.

Jarreau to Ok St Ndiaye to a school in Canada

Awful

Former Southlake Carroll QB/North Texas QB/Texas GA Riley Dodge is the new QBs coach at Flower Mound Marcus http://t.co/Z7jZpvQj7n #txhsfb — Zach Barnett (@zach_barnett) May 5, 2015

http://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/nfl/draft/2015/05/04/lael-collins-lsu-murder-questioning-baton-rouge-brittney-mills/26888565/

He was the "Defensive" Player of the Year. Had reviewed his profile and a few others from Verbal Commit's Transfer List. Most Bigs (with immediate eligibility) have already signed/committed. Not sure if Rawane Ndiaye (6-11/260 Tennessee) will play again due to a severe knee injury but he played his senior year at Woodrow Wilson (Dallas) Remaining available Bigs (Immediate Eligibilty) left: Lekan Ajayi, 6-10/245 Eastern Michigan Keith Armstrong, 6-7/240 East Carolina Max Bielfeldt, 6-7/245 Michigan Ben Dickerson, 6-9/223 UNC Greensboro Tomasz Gielo, 6-9/220 Liberty Anton Grady, 6-8/215 Cleveland St Tyler Harris, 6-9/223 Providence Jernard Jarreau, 6-10/220 Washington J.P. Kambola, 6-9/240 Marshall Scott King, 6-10/230 Stony Brook Uros Ljeskovic, 6-9/240 Coastal Carolina Rawane Ndiaye 6-11/260 Tennessee Chris Olivier, 6-8/245 Eastern Illinois Will Simonton, 6-10/217 UIC Evan Sims, 6-8/235 Louisiana Monroe Kenyatta Smith, 6-8/250 Harvard Joseph Uchebo, 6-10/245 Pitt Deji Adekunle, 6-11/235 Northwestern St

GMG24, I'm only going by what has been on the Rival site since way back in the fall (or earlier) A new name that just popped up is Andre Berry of New Mexico Military - 6-7 260. Fits the description of the PF/C big body we need. Looks like Plan C, D or E about right now. Visited UNT on April 10th Visited Rhode Island this past weekend UTSA & PV

Don't think I'm going to anyone's game on a Sunday night @ 9:00 PM. If this is accurate, it must be on TV. That's where I'll be. Don't have a problem passing on Lasani (Larry's son) We did offer Woolridge & Williams (San Diego). May have backed off Woolridge which was good. Yeah, much different competition for Brice going up against the much bigger bodies of Thomas and Davis. (From Faith Christian Academy opponents in TAPPS to SEC national recruits)

yall know where to be May 16th... whole city gunna be there?? pic.twitter.com/jnTAFUVCjp — Austin Grandstaff (@AustinGstaff_3) May 3, 2015 http://metroplex24.com/

Colleges in the 2015 draft: Hobart (2nd round) Newberry Central Arkansas Tennessee St Eastern Washington La Lafayette Chattanooga N. Dakota St Delaware St

2nd Denton Ryan kid goes. Also, Daryl Williams of Lake Dallas.

http://ntdaily.com/mens-basketball-adds-to-team-during-offseason/

Billy, as I stated, "there are times when going small (6-3 - 6-5) may help in stretches. I certainly would keep it to a minimum, based on the opponent". Contrary to what you feel other CUSA and mid-majors do, we didn't start 3-guards last year (TJ Taylor, Maurice Aniefiok and Jordan Williams) and probably want in 15/16. Jordan was/is a legit small forward @ 6-6 or 6-7 and had played that position since middle school. If your starting center is a forward at 6-7, I (Cooley) wouldn't want 3 guards in my lineup. (As you stated, these guys aren't 1st team all-conference guys) The question being tossed around, is whether Mo Aniefiok is a small forward or not. Not whether its ok to play 3 guards in a lineup. Mind you, we are coming off a 14-17 season (bottom half of CUSA), with the coach's job on the line The recruiting season is not over and hopefully the roster is not yet set. I (Cooley) don't go into a season content with a roster to just compete in CUSA. I (Cooley) think to upgrade the program, you must attempt to compete against P5's. Falling short, should at least keep you in the upper tier of your conference. Dan McCarney, I'm convinced, is very content just competing against CUSA schools (and hitting 6). He has his 5 year extension in hand; which will take him off into retirement. Otherwise, why would you accept going into the fall (again) with Andrew McNulty in the mix as your top guy. Tony Benford, though he made his bed, has to produce. If my (Cooley) job is on the line, I can't afford to do what others may do. I (Cooley) have to figure out a way to do it better (i.e. recruiting, coaching etc) If not, it's the definition of insanity.

Approx. 715 (2015) transfers and still counting. - None from UNT http://www.verbalcommits.com/transfers/2015 1,200 transfers (2013 & 2014). http://collegebasketballtalk.nbcsports.com/2015/03/31/southern-illinois-loses-five-to-transfer-coach-rips-the-decisions/ Barreno would have been a decent backup to Brice. Only 1 other offer. He stated that he preferred a situation where the offense pounds the ball down low. I hope we don't see that kind of offense here anytime soon. UNT also didn't offer until his visit (offer of 4/17/15) Portland had an earlier offer on the table. I'm for not renewing kids if they will not help us. The kids are better off going somewhere else where they can play. Just as alarming are the number of decommits. Benford has earned his share of criticism. Not getting a 6-11 kid, with 1 other offer, shouldn't be one of them. I'm sure the kid felt on his visit that he was part of a backup plan (or play I know UNT is as close to home as it gets but please look around. (Like, everywhere)

"Mo is 6'5". Plenty of height and length to play the 3. He is a solid defender as well." Andrew, I think Aniefiok's natural position is as a 2 (or shooting guard). I respect your opinion and certainly understand the point you are making. In my view, however, I prefer to create match-up problems against the opponent throughout the game. We need to also defend taller and versatile 3's. There are times when going small (6-3 - 6-5) may help in stretches. I certainly would keep it to a minimum, based on the opponent. For discussion sake, I've copied the wiki definition (which is probably for the pro and college game). Shooting guard The shooting guard, is also known as the two. Along with the small forward, is often referred to as a wing due to common positioning tactics. Besides being able to shoot the ball, shooting guards tend to have good ball handling skills and the ability to drive the ball to the net, often creating their own shots off the dribble. A versatile shooting guard will have good passing skills, allowing him to assume point guard responsibilities. In the NBA, shooting guards usually range from 6 feet 4 inches (1.93 m) to 6 feet 6 inches (1.98 m). Small forward The small forward (SF) is known as the three position. The small forward position is considered to be perhaps the most versatile of the main five basketball positions. Versatility is key for small forwards due to the nature of their role, which resembles that of a power forward and more often that of a shooting guard. So this is why the small forward and shooting guard positions are often interchangeable and simply referred to as wings. Small forwards have a variety of assets, such as quickness and strength inside. One common thread among all kinds of small forwards is an ability to "get to the line" and draw fouls by aggressively attempting (post up) plays, lay-ups, or slam dunks. As such, accurate foul shooting is a common skill for small forwards, many of whom record a large portion of their points from the foul line. Small forwards should be able to do a little bit of everything on the court, typically playing roles such as swingmen but also as point forwards and defensive specialists. In the NBA, small forwards usually range from 6 feet 6 inches (1.98 m) to 6 feet 9 inches (2.06 m). A quick review of the past 2-3 CUSA All-Conference teams, as well as others, will show small forwards in the 6-6 - 6-8 range. Our more notable small forwards down though history have been at least 6-6. (Chris Davis, Jordan Williams, Fred Mitchell, Tony Worrell, Jesse Ratliff etc) They all were taller and hit the boards. I want to be competitive (and better) with our size and versatility in all positions. (Same with football) Aniefiok does have excellent size for the 2. (college) I prefer him there exclusively. (Mainly to take advantage of his height) I guess I have not seen enough of him doing the things necessary to warrant meaningful time at the 3. Anyway, just my thoughts. And thanks for your contributions on the hoops side of things.

Something is telling me 18-11 (2015-16) with a trip to the CIT. Will such a record keep Tony Benford in Denton for another year? When I wake up I might change my mind. But on this 24th day of April, we turn the damn corner.

Decommit?

Looks like these guys have been monitoring this site to see what UNT would do. Would have been nice to have but he would have backed up Brice. I think we need someone that Brice backs up. (for now) http://www.pilotnation.net/t5108p435-2015-recruiting

Though a WR, he was mostly a kickoff and punt return specialist. Extremely quick.

2015 New Mexico JC (NM) C Ray Barreno has committed to Portland. (HT @fchavezeptimes) @bigray1510 http://t.co/3JPsuYtsyU — Verbal Commits (@VerbalCommits) April 22, 2015