Flemings to visit this weekend.

[wildcatfan35]

Just recieved a text from TCP that Roderick Flemmings will make an official visit this weekend.

From what I hear this guy can score, and I think he could help to fill our scoring void.

Thoughts?

[matt colvin]

Excellent!!! Thanks for the info.

[Will Lavender]

Jim Tirey reporting tonight that Roderick Flemings will visit this weekend.

The article is premium, so I can't say too much other than what the lead states. Sounds VERY good for the Cats, though.

[bluebayou]

What number will he wear?.........lol

[Wildcat Larry]

007? Oh, it's Roderick, not Ian. :shrug1:

[JOHN BLUEBLOOD]

I'm very excited about this guy - check out his JUCO Stats. I understand some nights they play schools like the Texas Instiute of Vinyl Siding but still great athlete who can do it all.

http://www.dakstats.com/WebSync/Pages/Team/TeamPage.aspx?association=16&sg=MBB&sea=JTXMBB_2007&team=8177 (http://www.dakstats.com/WebSync/Pages/Team/TeamPage.aspx?association=16&sg=MBB&sea=JTXMBB_2007&team=8177)

[JWORLD]

Just recieved a text from TCP that Roderick Flemmings will make an official visit this weekend.

From what I hear this guy can score, and I think he could help to fill our scoring void.

Thoughts?


When will Harrellson make a visit????????

[Coldstream]

When will Harrellson make a visit????????

Still some hurdles to clear. First he has to submit his list of colleges he wants to talk to. Once that is done, then he can talk and schedule visits. Spring signing period starts next Wednesday (16th) so I think we will hear of things picking up pretty quickly by next week if not sooner. That's if we don't get commitments from others before he can make his move.

[Blue_N_White]

Still some hurdles to clear. First he has to submit his list of colleges he wants to talk to. Once that is done, then he can talk and schedule visits. Spring signing period starts next Wednesday (16th) so I think we will hear of things picking up pretty quickly by next week if not sooner. That's if we don't get commitments from others before he can make his move.

That's what worries me a bit. I'm beginning to think that Liggins MAY not be a Wildcat next year....and that's why Galloway was added. Because otherwise, (with Jasper, Meeks, Liggins, Porter, etc.) Galloway doesn't make as much sense as perhaps someone like Flemings (a scorer) would. But I'm just worried that someone like Sutton could be the third choice for a big man...behind Harrellson and Majok...and Sutton commit, or something similar. In other words....guys who are lower down in the pecking order committing ahead of guys who are of a higher priority, and thus negate the scholarships available to offer to the guys of a higher priority who could decide to attend UK.....

[Marine_UK_Fan]

Still some hurdles to clear. First he has to submit his list of colleges he wants to talk to. Once that is done, then he can talk and schedule visits. Spring signing period starts next Wednesday (16th) so I think we will hear of things picking up pretty quickly by next week if not sooner. That's if we don't get commitments from others before he can make his move.

Read on Rivals that he's done with his list and has his first visit this weekend.....St Louis.

[BigBlue84]

That's what worries me a bit. I'm beginning to think that Liggins MAY not be a Wildcat next year....and that's why Galloway was added. Because otherwise, (with Jasper, Meeks, Liggins, Porter, etc.) Galloway doesn't make as much sense as perhaps someone like Flemings (a scorer) would. But I'm just worried that someone like Sutton could be the third choice for a big man...behind Harrellson and Majok...and Sutton commit, or something similar. In other words....guys who are lower down in the pecking order committing ahead of guys who are of a higher priority, and thus negate the scholarships available to offer to the guys of a higher priority who could decide to attend UK.....

That's a valid concern, as I have also thought the same thing. But I know the last thing I saw on Sutton, on the KSR interview with him stated that Sutton had not been offered a scholly yet. He implied that if he were offered today, he would probably commit today. But that he had not been offered yet, only to say that the coaches were recruiting him very hard, and he expected an offer to come. So the coaches are in some control over the issues. I think they'll hold out on Majok and Sutton until Harrellson does his thing. As for McCoy, Flemings, and Jones, I'd say it's whoever commits first. They're all good prospects, but I think I'd rather have the Flemmings kid, he sounds like an immediate impact.

[wildcat fanatic]

That's what worries me a bit. I'm beginning to think that Liggins MAY not be a Wildcat next year....and that's why Galloway was added. Because otherwise, (with Jasper, Meeks, Liggins, Porter, etc.) Galloway doesn't make as much sense as perhaps someone like Flemings (a scorer) would. But I'm just worried that someone like Sutton could be the third choice for a big man...behind Harrellson and Majok...and Sutton commit, or something similar. In other words....guys who are lower down in the pecking order committing ahead of guys who are of a higher priority, and thus negate the scholarships available to offer to the guys of a higher priority who could decide to attend UK.....

Why do you think Liggins will not be a Cat? Have I missed something, I thought we had a verbal?

[BigBlue84]

oh, and as for the Liggins thing, it's definitely a concern for all of us. He's a top prospect. I know the last thing I read on his academics (which was quite a while ago), his coach said that he was doing everything he could outside the classroom (tutors, study groups) to qualify. I think the big thing was the ACT/SAT he was going to be taking this spring. It sounded like if he passed that, he would be OK. But I'll say again, I read this some months ago, so this may be old news. Hopefully the kid can get in here, put the ball through the basket, and make some decent grades. Then we'd all be happier.

[BigBlue84]

Why do you think Liggins will not be a Cat? Have I missed something, I thought we had a verbal?


He apparently isn't a stellar performer in the classroom. So it's a concern if he'll qualify academically. But all reports indicate, he's working very hard to qualify, and hopefully does.

[Wildcat_Fan98]

lots of Games over 20pts and really like the 43pt 18reb game 15-19 from the floor...It is down to UK,UCONN, and NBA, he is working out with some of the players that are entering the draft to see where he stands of all the recruits right now THIS GUY IS THE ONE WE WANT just a offensive threat which is what we need...could be a one and done but would give a scholly for another 09 and I could definitly see this guy averaging 13-17pts and bout 5-8 reb...I'll take that...Coach G needs to bring this one in and He will be on campus in a couple days

[teamchemistry09]

007? Oh, it's Roderick, not Ian. :shrug1:

I may be the only one who got that reference

[Ukosumu]

I may be the only one who got that reference
No you weren't. I chuckled and moved on to the next post.

[bluecat406]

Hey, I just found this on aseaofblue.com

Flemings is the kind of player every school needs -- a scoring wing. He has decent size at 6'7", is long-armed and athletic. He would seem to fit the bill for Gillispie's desire to bring on a player who can put the ball into the basket. Flemings was the POY in the North Texas Junior College Athletic Association. He has recently said that he would consider committing immediately to Kentucky during his visit, which is scheduled for this weekend. There have been some who are concerned about his eligibility gradewise, but most now believe he is or will soon be fully qualified.

The poster of this blog doesn't name who he heard this from, but it sure sounds good to me! :icon_mrgreen::thumbup:

[KyCat]

I may be the only one who got that reference
Not only that but I think he has a license to thrill.

[KyCat]

Hey, I just found this on aseaofblue.com

Flemings is the kind of player every school needs -- a scoring wing. He has decent size at 6'7", is long-armed and athletic. He would seem to fit the bill for Gillispie's desire to bring on a player who can put the ball into the basket. Flemings was the POY in the North Texas Junior College Athletic Association. He has recently said that he would consider committing immediately to Kentucky during his visit, which is scheduled for this weekend. There have been some who are concerned about his eligibility gradewise, but most now believe he is or will soon be fully qualified.

The poster of this blog doesn't name who he heard this from, but it sure sounds good to me! :icon_mrgreen::thumbup:

From what I read Bluecat its not so much a 'grades' issue as it is a 'credits' issue. As a Juco player in his third year out of high school I read somewhere that he has to have not only his Associates Degree but also be 60% credit wise towards a 4 year degree. That translates to about 75-77 semester hours I think. I have no idea if its true or not, just reporting what another poster said on another board but it resonates with my old worn out gray matter.

[flacat22]

When will Harrellson make a visit????????

Harrelson to make a visit to UK next weekend.

[bluecat406]

From what I read Bluecat its not so much a 'grades' issue as it is a 'credits' issue. As a Juco player in his third year out of high school I read somewhere that he has to have not only his Associates Degree but also be 60% credit wise towards a 4 year degree. That translates to about 75-77 semester hours I think. I have no idea if its true or not, just reporting what another poster said on another board but it resonates with my old worn out gray matter.
While I am concerned about him getting qualified, I was more excited about the part that said he could commit to UK while visiting them this weekend.

The fact that he didn't rule out committing before taking other visits sounds great. Usually you hear recruits say that they plan on taking all their visits.

[JOHN BLUEBLOOD]

I know it's a stretch but I'd love to be able to sign.

Harrellson, Fleming and McCoy- but we would need to open 2 schollies.

That would give us Pat, Stevenson some help, a true PG and a scorer.

Liggins
Miller
Galloway
Harrellson
Fleming
McCoy

Now, that would be a class to get us back on the map!!

[ImForKy]

...according to his coach.

When asked if Flemings had a visit to UK set up for this weekend, Osina said "no, not to my knowledge." I know it's been reported the player will visit this weekend and I have left a message for Flemings to try and confirm if he's coming to Lexington or not.

http://www.courier-journal.com/blogs/demling/blog.html

[Blue_N_White]

I know it's a stretch but I'd love to be able to sign.

Harrellson, Fleming and McCoy- but we would need to open 2 schollies.

That would give us Pat, Stevenson some help, a true PG and a scorer.

Liggins
Miller
Galloway
Harrellson
Fleming
McCoy

Now, that would be a class to get us back on the map!!


I completely agree. Thing is...I don't really see it as that much of a stretch. I think it COULD happen...I really do! Maybe I'm just too much of an old-timer and remember the types of recruiting classes that UK used to bring in, pre-Tubby....but I do think it's possible!

Possible, at least, to get the players. Not sure how "possible" it will be to make it work, though. There's this whole scholarship hurdle and fiasco thing. Just gotta hope that some of the dead weight will transfer and some others go on academic. And that somehow the coaching staff and university convince these kids that this would be their best option.....

[ibleedblue2]

I completely agree. Thing is...I don't really see it as that much of a stretch. I think it COULD happen...I really do! Maybe I'm just too much of an old-timer and remember the types of recruiting classes that UK used to bring in, pre-Tubby....but I do think it's possible!

Possible, at least, to get the players. Not sure how "possible" it will be to make it work, though. There's this whole scholarship hurdle and fiasco thing. Just gotta hope that some of the dead weight will transfer and some others go on academic. And that somehow the coaching staff and university convince these kids that this would be their best option.....


Don't forget Mr. Meeks(if he has recovered.)

[ibleedblue2]

I completely agree. Thing is...I don't really see it as that much of a stretch. I think it COULD happen...I really do! Maybe I'm just too much of an old-timer and remember the types of recruiting classes that UK used to bring in, pre-Tubby....but I do think it's possible!

Possible, at least, to get the players. Not sure how "possible" it will be to make it work, though. There's this whole scholarship hurdle and fiasco thing. Just gotta hope that some of the dead weight will transfer and some others go on academic. And that somehow the coaching staff and university convince these kids that this would be their best option.....


Sorry, I quoted wrong one guys.

[poodoo]

I completely agree. Thing is...I don't really see it as that much of a stretch. I think it COULD happen...I really do! Maybe I'm just too much of an old-timer and remember the types of recruiting classes that UK used to bring in, pre-Tubby....but I do think it's possible!

Possible, at least, to get the players. Not sure how "possible" it will be to make it work, though. There's this whole scholarship hurdle and fiasco thing. Just gotta hope that some of the dead weight will transfer and some others go on academic. And that somehow the coaching staff and university convince these kids that this would be their best option.....

With no offense intended, I don't think our coach would refer to any of his players (and he does call them HIS players) as "dead weight." FWIW, I would love to get the number one class in the nation again. ;) Yet, yes, we certainly had a couple of past classes that were disappointing and hurtful, but I cringe a bit when we put down our players.

Particularly, I think some are underestimating some of the talent in some of our current sophomores. Unfortunately, we didn't get to enjoy Jodie Meeks' talent this past season, and Derrick Jasper was basically playing with one leg. Perry Stevenson has a world of POTENTIAL, and Ramon Harris is a Gillispie-type player. I'm hoping we all see this coming season that last year's recruiting class was a lot better than some think. :) I'm thinking these guys may really blossom their junior and senior years, which is the case for a lot of players. Most of all, may they PLEASE be healthy.

In regard to this year, I really do believe we can have a FINE class. Liggins' qualifying would be HUGE. Also, adding at least a couple of these guys we are discussing here is most important. I'm hoping to hear GOOD recruiting news SOON. :) I'm not too picky. I'm just trusting Coach. :)

[dwarfdorin]

Would like to see Harrellson, Flemings and Majok that would make this years class a top 5 class.

:widcat::widcat: Go CATS!!!

[bigblue23]

What is the deal? Did he visit or didn't he? and if not is he even going to visit us now?

[ImForKy]

What is the deal? Did he visit or didn't he? and if not is he even going to visit us now?

He is supposed to visit this weekend. He never intended to visit last weekend (as per his coach) which had been erroneously reported.

[Blue_N_White]

He is supposed to visit this weekend. He never intended to visit last weekend (as per his coach) which had been erroneously reported.

For all the love being given to Juan Patillo on the boards here lately....I'm glad to see some interest still in Roderick Flemings. Flemings appears to be a little more polished, from everything I've seen, read and heard than Patillo. I agree with JOHN BLUEBLOOD that adding Harrellson, Flemings and McCoy to this year's incoming class would make me one very happy Cats fan. Of course, I like Majok a lot as well...so any combination of 3 of the 4 would be just fine with me ;)

[bigblue23]

For all the love being given to Juan Patillo on the boards here lately....I'm glad to see some interest still in Roderick Flemings. Flemings appears to be a little more polished, from everything I've seen, read and heard than Patillo. I agree with JOHN BLUEBLOOD that adding Harrellson, Flemings and McCoy to this year's incoming class would make me one very happy Cats fan. Of course, I like Majok a lot as well...so any combination of 3 of the 4 would be just fine with me ;)


Same here. McCOy, Flemings, Harrelson, & maybe polish it off with a nice Patillo :icon_surprised:

[Blue_N_White]

Just bumping to see if anyone has heard anything on Flemings lately. Is he still in the picture, and still a possibility?