After John Pelphrey's press conference yesterday, it should be obvious to everyone that Jeff Long and the media of this state are still refusing to correctly appraise the current situation as it really is. They are living in denial.
They believe, incorrectly mind you, that by turning up their rhetoric, they can drive the disgruntled masses away....
This isn't a new tactic of theirs. We've all seen it before. Say the last three years...
Pelphrey is taking heat again. So they put together a rah-rah press conference and parade Pelphrey's golden boy out before the masses to make a passionate plea for his coach.
Pelphrey talks about the color red and the hog emblem. He speaks at length about overachieving and where he wants the program to go. He reminds everyone he's a tireless worker and will not rest until he succeeds. He speaks of the color of his blood and what Arkansas means to him.
What a joke!
Yesterday's press conference was nothing more than a ploy put together meant to coincide with Pelphrey's show last night, and the game on Wednesday in which the Razorbacks go for two straight victories. The desire is to take advantage of this lull in the schedule to rally support for Pelphrey. It won't be enough though, because John Pelphrey and the Razorbacks will once again finish the season on a terrible losing streak.
Hey John, go cry your river somewhere else. We've all seen the dog and pony show, and we don't want to see anymore of it.
More on this latter tonight.
Tuesday, February 15, 2011
Monday, February 7, 2011
Most have lost all confidence in John Pelphrey. How long can Jeff Long thumb his nose at the fans?
I've been reading the message boards today and one thing is very clear, Razorback basketball fans are fed up, and they are growing more and more impatient with every passing day.
People have not only lost all confidence in Pelphrey, but they are starting to think Jeff Long is thumbing his nose at them. That can't be an impression Jeff Long wants people having. This is why I feel confident John Pelphrey will be let go this year.
With all the projects going ahead, Jeff Long needs to ensure ticket sales next year in basketball. Let's face it, if he brings Pelphrey back, even the allure of the incoming kids won't be enough to get ticket sales where he needs them to be.
The fans are without hope right now, and until Pelphrey actually does something, they're not going to waste their time or money. Most people are of the opinion now is the time for change.
If Jeff Long refuses to hear their cry and Pelphrey has another bad season next year. Fans aren't going to blame John Pelphrey for it, they're going to blame Jeff Long for it , you can count on it. People's confidence in him is already starting to erode. Firing Pelphrey next year won't restore it. The damage will already have been done.
Now, if you will, please give me another minute here. If Jeff Long is intended on making the move this year, and it's like I've claimed--- that Mike Anderson is to be avoided at all cost. The manner in which things progress from this moment could be very revealing. I'm going to write some more on this later in the week. I have a few hunches on how this might go down.
But right now let me just challenge you to take note of everything, and forget nothing. What fans need to realize is the media of this state isn't here to hold Jeff Long and the administration accountable to the fans, they're here to help Jeff Long and the administration sell to the public what they're doing. That's their vested interest---it's their job.
People have not only lost all confidence in Pelphrey, but they are starting to think Jeff Long is thumbing his nose at them. That can't be an impression Jeff Long wants people having. This is why I feel confident John Pelphrey will be let go this year.
With all the projects going ahead, Jeff Long needs to ensure ticket sales next year in basketball. Let's face it, if he brings Pelphrey back, even the allure of the incoming kids won't be enough to get ticket sales where he needs them to be.
The fans are without hope right now, and until Pelphrey actually does something, they're not going to waste their time or money. Most people are of the opinion now is the time for change.
If Jeff Long refuses to hear their cry and Pelphrey has another bad season next year. Fans aren't going to blame John Pelphrey for it, they're going to blame Jeff Long for it , you can count on it. People's confidence in him is already starting to erode. Firing Pelphrey next year won't restore it. The damage will already have been done.
Now, if you will, please give me another minute here. If Jeff Long is intended on making the move this year, and it's like I've claimed--- that Mike Anderson is to be avoided at all cost. The manner in which things progress from this moment could be very revealing. I'm going to write some more on this later in the week. I have a few hunches on how this might go down.
But right now let me just challenge you to take note of everything, and forget nothing. What fans need to realize is the media of this state isn't here to hold Jeff Long and the administration accountable to the fans, they're here to help Jeff Long and the administration sell to the public what they're doing. That's their vested interest---it's their job.
Sunday, February 6, 2011
Mike Anderson is the answer to the madness. All we have to do is demand it, and refuse to let these tyrants plunder our house again!
Anyone who wishes for things to stay the same gives themselves over to despair. I do not mind if they cast their vote for John Pelphrey and the status quo. But I want everything to change.
Those who oppose the direction things are going, and are ready for the madness to end, they should demand Mike Anderson be allowed to come back! He is the leader the Razorback basketball program needs, he knows and understands our identity and can restore it back to us, and he will do it with class and grace. This is why I plead: Bring Mike Anderson back Jeff Long, and give these fans back what's been robbed from them.
The culprits for his departure in the first place will be busy this week and the rest of the season claiming it just can't happen. Heed not a word uttered by these fools. Shun them like the plague and tell them to go to hell. If they say, "I know him and he's told me he's happy at Missouri". Say, go to hell, go to hell, go to hell. If someone says, "You are crazy if you think Mike Anderson is leaving what he has at Missouri". Say, go to hell, go to hell, go to hell.....
I'm Tim from Little Rock and I know he will come back. It's his destiny and our destiny. Plus, a little birdie told me so.
Those who oppose the direction things are going, and are ready for the madness to end, they should demand Mike Anderson be allowed to come back! He is the leader the Razorback basketball program needs, he knows and understands our identity and can restore it back to us, and he will do it with class and grace. This is why I plead: Bring Mike Anderson back Jeff Long, and give these fans back what's been robbed from them.
The culprits for his departure in the first place will be busy this week and the rest of the season claiming it just can't happen. Heed not a word uttered by these fools. Shun them like the plague and tell them to go to hell. If they say, "I know him and he's told me he's happy at Missouri". Say, go to hell, go to hell, go to hell. If someone says, "You are crazy if you think Mike Anderson is leaving what he has at Missouri". Say, go to hell, go to hell, go to hell.....
I'm Tim from Little Rock and I know he will come back. It's his destiny and our destiny. Plus, a little birdie told me so.
Saturday, February 5, 2011
Ok readers, Dudley Dawson has agreed to a question and answer session.
Dudley Dawson and I had a pleasant exchange last night, and he has agreed to come on my blog and answer some questions. Hopefully we can get to the bottom of a few things. keep your fingers crossed. We still need to set the format--stay tuned.
Thursday, February 3, 2011
Pelphrey and the Razorbacks let another one slip away.
Accordingly to Bo Mattingly, Arkansas fans shouldn't be displeased with the loss to Georgia. "Their just not very good and that is what teams like Arkansas do--they don't follow up after a big victory". This has become a recurring theme of his the last couple of weeks, and one Razorback fans should shun like the plaque. All Bo Mattingly is doing with hare-brained comments like this is feeding the pro Pelphrey sentiment, and removing himself from having to entertain honest debates about what losses like this one mean for Pelphrey going ahead.
The loss to Georgia perfectly exemplifies the problem with the entire Pelphrey tenure. Arkansas had a chance to take a step forward with a crucial win, and once again, it slipped away like a thief in the night. The game last night was simply a game Pelphrey had to win. It's losses like last night that merits strong consideration by Jeff Long when assessing Pelphrey's job performance. Routinely never getting over the hill cannot be considered doing a good job in this instance when the future of this program is at stake. When the Georgia player made the free throw and sealed Arkansas' fate last night, it also pushed John Pelphrey a little closer to the edge of no return. At least it should have. Let's hope it did.
The loss to Georgia perfectly exemplifies the problem with the entire Pelphrey tenure. Arkansas had a chance to take a step forward with a crucial win, and once again, it slipped away like a thief in the night. The game last night was simply a game Pelphrey had to win. It's losses like last night that merits strong consideration by Jeff Long when assessing Pelphrey's job performance. Routinely never getting over the hill cannot be considered doing a good job in this instance when the future of this program is at stake. When the Georgia player made the free throw and sealed Arkansas' fate last night, it also pushed John Pelphrey a little closer to the edge of no return. At least it should have. Let's hope it did.
Sunday, January 30, 2011
Not enough talent? Oh, there's been enough talent and last nights victory proves it. No excuses now for the inconsistency other than coaching.
It would be a major error if anyone assumes I'm disapointed because Arkansas beat Vanderbilt. Actually, the opposite is true. It would also be incorrect if anyone is of the impression that this took me by surprise.
It is almost exactly true to say those that have supported Pelphrey all along do, in order to justify his lack of success, use the proposition that Pelphrey hasn't had the talent to compete. Rather it be blowouts to teams they should have played closer, or terrible losses to teams they should have beat, the supporters of John Pelphrey have blamed those defeats on a lack of talent---not him.
It would be altogether true to say I've represented the opinion that there is enough talent, and John Pelphrey is the one to blame for the inconsistency of his teams efforts up to this point. It is also just as true to say that after last night, no one can ever claim again that John Pelphrey doesn't have the talent, either for losses suffered, or the losses to come. This is absolutely the accurate account of where things currently stand.
Vanderbilt is a team that had a very tough game on Thursday night against a surging Mississippi State team that went to the wire. Arkansas on the other hand played their last game on Tuesday night against the worst team in the league. It should be obvious to all that watched the game, Vanderbilt simply didn't have their legs underneath them. That's why they were made to look foolish against a very desperate Arkansas team. Vanderbilt just simply could not play perimeter defense. Let's face it, you can't leave Rotnei Clarke open. He will make everything he throws up if not guarded closely. Vanderbilt's inability to play sound defense really showed in what Sanchez was allowed to do to them. Sanchez routinely broke his defender down with quick first steps.
I know your desperate and this win seems monumental right now. But if I were supporting Pelphrey I wouldn't get too worked up over this win. There are several obvious reasons why. The main one being, this Arkansas team under John Pelphrey has had good games before only to follow them up with a string of humiliating defeats. I'm still of the opinion John Pelphrey isn't the guy, and I feel certain that by the end of the season he will prove why he's not.
It is almost exactly true to say those that have supported Pelphrey all along do, in order to justify his lack of success, use the proposition that Pelphrey hasn't had the talent to compete. Rather it be blowouts to teams they should have played closer, or terrible losses to teams they should have beat, the supporters of John Pelphrey have blamed those defeats on a lack of talent---not him.
It would be altogether true to say I've represented the opinion that there is enough talent, and John Pelphrey is the one to blame for the inconsistency of his teams efforts up to this point. It is also just as true to say that after last night, no one can ever claim again that John Pelphrey doesn't have the talent, either for losses suffered, or the losses to come. This is absolutely the accurate account of where things currently stand.
Vanderbilt is a team that had a very tough game on Thursday night against a surging Mississippi State team that went to the wire. Arkansas on the other hand played their last game on Tuesday night against the worst team in the league. It should be obvious to all that watched the game, Vanderbilt simply didn't have their legs underneath them. That's why they were made to look foolish against a very desperate Arkansas team. Vanderbilt just simply could not play perimeter defense. Let's face it, you can't leave Rotnei Clarke open. He will make everything he throws up if not guarded closely. Vanderbilt's inability to play sound defense really showed in what Sanchez was allowed to do to them. Sanchez routinely broke his defender down with quick first steps.
I know your desperate and this win seems monumental right now. But if I were supporting Pelphrey I wouldn't get too worked up over this win. There are several obvious reasons why. The main one being, this Arkansas team under John Pelphrey has had good games before only to follow them up with a string of humiliating defeats. I'm still of the opinion John Pelphrey isn't the guy, and I feel certain that by the end of the season he will prove why he's not.
Thursday, January 27, 2011
Why are they continually deceiving us about John Pelphrey, and what is really going on here? Want a piece of advice? Learn everything, forget nothing.
It should be noted that on four separate occasions yesterday, I heard four different media persons use the exact same line when questioned about Pelphrey's future. Everyone of them said this, "I think regardless of what happens this year, John Pelphrey will be allowed to coach the kids next year, and if he doesn't win then, then something will be done. With Pelphrey taking over what he did, I think Jeff Long believes Pelphrey had to take some chances and gamble on some kids".... I have several problems with this.
The first problem is this: The people stating this did so as if they were reading it from a card. That isn't the case, though. The real reason it sounded that way is because they've had lots of practice the last two years saying it. I don't know about you, but I'm sick and tired of hearing it.
The second problem is: There's no way on earth John Pelphrey should be allowed anywhere near these kids. Based on events the past two years, it should be considered reckless on Jeff Long's part for even entertaining the notion of it. Plus, whom among us honestly believes there will be any significant improvement next year? Does anyone actually think after giving Pelphrey another pass, Jeff Long and this media base won't earnestly try again to find some way to excuse another bad season?
Thirdly: How in the world can anyone blame the failure of Pelphrey's first two recruiting classes on his "having to gamble and take chances"? Pelphrey took this job in the spring of 2007, and had four scholarships to use then. If any gamble was made on players it was then. There were some time constraints for Pelphrey. However, out of the four kids recruited that year, only two turned out to be busts. As for the other two, Micheal Sanchez and Marcus Brit, there still on the team.
Those using this line aren't speaking of the first recruiting class. What they're speaking of is the second recruiting class. It's that class they want you to believe he gambled on. That year Pelphrey had six scholarships to use, and only one of those players remain. By claiming Pelphrey gambled and took chances there, they've conveniently removed the fault from Pelphrey for the last two seasons. This is what they've done. Listen people, John Pelphrey had a full year and a half to get ready for that recruiting class, and it still turned out a bust. If any gambling took place there it's his own fault.
How long must we be held hostage by these people that won't shoot straight with us? John Pelphrey doesn't get a pass there in my book, and I'm tired of people telling me he does. It's like I've said before, these people will do anything and sacrifice everything to avoid having a coaching search right now. Even to the point of risking these young men's careers next year with a lame coach. This should be troubling for people.
Dudley Dawson once again tried to deceive the fans yesterday when B.J. Young was brought up. While he admitted B.J. Young had some growing up to do, he omitted the truth about the incident the kid was involved in. The fact is, Young, after scoring 34 points, and with 46 seconds left in a game, doubled up his fist and swung at a player blocking him out. Young missed, but the punch he threw drew him a two game suspension by the St. Louis High School Administration. (Check My Source)
Needless to say, It was a little bit more than a competitive struggle like Mr. Dawson described it as being. Mr. Dawson went on to say Pelphrey should take a chance on this kid. People, Mr Dawson knows as well as anyone the troubles this young man has had on and off the court. (Check My Source)
Is John Pelphrey not gambling on this kid? This is the second time this year BJ Young has been thrown out of a game for problems on the court. This in light of all the other problems he's had. I've claimed Pelphrey didn't gamble on his second recruiting class, but Mr. Dawson says he did, and so do the others! Is it not a little odd to anyone that those claiming Pelphrey gambled then---as a means to excuse what happened then---should be of the opinion it's alright to gamble now? Is it not absurdly inconsistent on their part? Yes, it is.... I will address this further, I promise.
http://www.stltoday.com/sports/high-school/boys-basketball/article_8ba08646-8320-5039-8671-032397527729.html
http://www.stltoday.com/sports/high-school/boys-basketball/article_22947478-2a64-11e0-a9a1-00127992bc8b.html
The first problem is this: The people stating this did so as if they were reading it from a card. That isn't the case, though. The real reason it sounded that way is because they've had lots of practice the last two years saying it. I don't know about you, but I'm sick and tired of hearing it.
The second problem is: There's no way on earth John Pelphrey should be allowed anywhere near these kids. Based on events the past two years, it should be considered reckless on Jeff Long's part for even entertaining the notion of it. Plus, whom among us honestly believes there will be any significant improvement next year? Does anyone actually think after giving Pelphrey another pass, Jeff Long and this media base won't earnestly try again to find some way to excuse another bad season?
Thirdly: How in the world can anyone blame the failure of Pelphrey's first two recruiting classes on his "having to gamble and take chances"? Pelphrey took this job in the spring of 2007, and had four scholarships to use then. If any gamble was made on players it was then. There were some time constraints for Pelphrey. However, out of the four kids recruited that year, only two turned out to be busts. As for the other two, Micheal Sanchez and Marcus Brit, there still on the team.
Those using this line aren't speaking of the first recruiting class. What they're speaking of is the second recruiting class. It's that class they want you to believe he gambled on. That year Pelphrey had six scholarships to use, and only one of those players remain. By claiming Pelphrey gambled and took chances there, they've conveniently removed the fault from Pelphrey for the last two seasons. This is what they've done. Listen people, John Pelphrey had a full year and a half to get ready for that recruiting class, and it still turned out a bust. If any gambling took place there it's his own fault.
How long must we be held hostage by these people that won't shoot straight with us? John Pelphrey doesn't get a pass there in my book, and I'm tired of people telling me he does. It's like I've said before, these people will do anything and sacrifice everything to avoid having a coaching search right now. Even to the point of risking these young men's careers next year with a lame coach. This should be troubling for people.
Dudley Dawson once again tried to deceive the fans yesterday when B.J. Young was brought up. While he admitted B.J. Young had some growing up to do, he omitted the truth about the incident the kid was involved in. The fact is, Young, after scoring 34 points, and with 46 seconds left in a game, doubled up his fist and swung at a player blocking him out. Young missed, but the punch he threw drew him a two game suspension by the St. Louis High School Administration. (Check My Source)
Needless to say, It was a little bit more than a competitive struggle like Mr. Dawson described it as being. Mr. Dawson went on to say Pelphrey should take a chance on this kid. People, Mr Dawson knows as well as anyone the troubles this young man has had on and off the court. (Check My Source)
Is John Pelphrey not gambling on this kid? This is the second time this year BJ Young has been thrown out of a game for problems on the court. This in light of all the other problems he's had. I've claimed Pelphrey didn't gamble on his second recruiting class, but Mr. Dawson says he did, and so do the others! Is it not a little odd to anyone that those claiming Pelphrey gambled then---as a means to excuse what happened then---should be of the opinion it's alright to gamble now? Is it not absurdly inconsistent on their part? Yes, it is.... I will address this further, I promise.
http://www.stltoday.com/sports/high-school/boys-basketball/article_8ba08646-8320-5039-8671-032397527729.html
http://www.stltoday.com/sports/high-school/boys-basketball/article_22947478-2a64-11e0-a9a1-00127992bc8b.html
Wednesday, January 26, 2011
The bottom is out of the tub--- and they know it.
Bo Mattingly has bitterly reproached me with his preaching about me misrepresenting the facts in my blog. That isn't the case and he knows it. It was actually superfluous on his part seeing I'm convinced the fans stand firmly on the same ground as I. Claiming misrepresentation yesterday was nothing more than him using one of his tactics openly and unambiguously for all to see. When Bo Mattingly counters my factual presentation with the argument, "I think Tim is misrepresenting what Ron Crawford said," this proves to me that his logical arguments are on their last legs.
Tuesday, January 25, 2011
Today was a wonderful example of what I've been talking about.
All we've heard this year from those wanting to keep Pelphrey is we would lose those kids if he was fired. It's been one of their grandest excuses in their defense for keeping Pelphrey. But when someone close to the situation comes on the radio and claims it isn't true, those using that excuse act like they didn't hear it.
My point about Dudley Dawson speaks directly to this. He did show up yesterday and claim once again those kids wouldn't come. If that's his opinion why didn't he speak up the other day when there was a conflicting view on the matter? Does the fan base not deserve closure on the point? We should.
Personally, I believe we did obtain closure on the matter today....At least I hope so. But I imagine they will try to worm their way out of it. Because without that excuse there is no excuse, or justification, for keeping John Pelphrey if this team doesn't get to nineteen. That's simply where their at. I guess that's why they had fudge in their ears the other day, they don't like the prospects of that happening.
My point about Dudley Dawson speaks directly to this. He did show up yesterday and claim once again those kids wouldn't come. If that's his opinion why didn't he speak up the other day when there was a conflicting view on the matter? Does the fan base not deserve closure on the point? We should.
Personally, I believe we did obtain closure on the matter today....At least I hope so. But I imagine they will try to worm their way out of it. Because without that excuse there is no excuse, or justification, for keeping John Pelphrey if this team doesn't get to nineteen. That's simply where their at. I guess that's why they had fudge in their ears the other day, they don't like the prospects of that happening.
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