Porter to Oklahoma

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Congrats Porter! The KAC was pulling for you to stay back in the day, but you caught a couple of tough recruiting breaks (Dentmon cough cough) and the usual suspects beating the drum for your removal won out and yet you went on to do great things. Be proud!
 
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Nope. You misread his posts.

The points he made were absolutely correct, and are echoed throughout the fan base of people who no longer post here because of what he described.
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I don't believe I misread his posts. He uses big words and long paragraphs to sound really smart but the reality of the situation is he was wrong for jumping down my throat on DJ (thread taken down) and was dead wrong for saying Porter was going to stick around. It's not personal, it's just the facts.
 
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DougSutton said:
I never said anything about DJ not leaving. My only comment, and I will always stand by this is that I believe certain types of posts should remain off limits on a message board from fans, especially around speculation or rumors relating to them in any way, regardless of whether it's about them leaving, grades, personal/private life issues. I believe any information about these kids should come from them and them only, certainly not from anonymous "fan" that spreads rumors before they are ready to come out. It wreaks of tabloid media gossip and those that post content like this I look at just like paparazzi which is to say, in the very lowest form of person on the internet. I understand speculation and people being upset with a coach and sharing their discontent with the program (although constantly repeating the same talking points over and over gets old and does nothing positive) but not the kids. If anyone wants to spread rumors, my only ask is to show your name and face instead of hiding behind a made up screen name.

I do remember saying I didn't think Porter would leave as I know he has ties to the Chicago area and for him, I didn't (and don't) perceive his potential decision to be just about the money itself so will admit that I'm somewhat surprised. I would not have made a bet on it either way though.

I love Porter and am really happy for him. Always enjoyed connecting with him when he was at ISU and felt he'd be a good coach. He has a passion for the game and an electrifying personalty that a lot of people love. He still has the spirt of a young kid that loves to play the game. When I last lived in Bloomington years ago, I remember signing up right away and attending all of his "Breakfast Club" meetings each week with other ISU fans at (I think) 6:30 in the mornings. I'll be cheering for him at Oklahoma just as I have in his time at Loyola. He's a great person all around.
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So no acknowledgement that the post about DJ transferring was accurate? As an individual that is closely connected to Redbird Athletics, I was just sharing information to the redbird community and fan base. Apparently, I was right on the outcome but wrong for doing so prematurely.


Best Regards
 
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Trey_Guidry4three said:
So no acknowledgement that the post about DJ transferring was accurate? As an individual that is closely connected to Redbird Athletics, I was just sharing information to the redbird community and fan base. Apparently, I was right on the outcome but wrong for doing so prematurely.


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I never claimed to have any knowledge either way regarding DJ. I'm no longer near as connected as I once was however over the years, whether relating to sports, business or a spouse about to file for divorce, I've had plenty of knowledge of things taking place behind the scenes that were not public and have always believed in allowing any information to unfold from those who are directly involved, at the time they want to share and not before. This is especially important with student athletes whether it's regarding a transfer, grades or many other types of personal issues that may be going on behind the scenes. Again, I never commented on accuracy of the post, I was strictly sharing that these types of posts should not be allowed on Redbirdfan and over the years, whether it was Quinn or Brian (the original Birdfan) going back to the 90s have shared this perspective.
 
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It’s a message board; basically the equivalent of a digital National Enquirer; gossipy and usually weak on sources, with a touch of false bravado.
Are there things said that probably shouldn’t be said, definitely, but again... it’s a message board and you’re always going to have keyboard warriors.
Unfortunately, it will always be that way until someone starts forcing anyone and everyone commenting on any form of social media to include their real name, address, and email. Think about that for a second...problem solved overnight. Seriously.
 
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Trey_Guidry4three said:
So no acknowledgement that the post about DJ transferring was accurate? As an individual that is closely connected to Redbird Athletics, I was just sharing information to the redbird community and fan base. Apparently, I was right on the outcome but wrong for doing so prematurely.


Best Regards
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Birdfriend72 said:
Muller couldn't get hired at IWU at this moment.
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I always kind of wondered if Rose at IWU was ever considered to be on staff at ISU in some capacity. He’s been incredibly successful and a great dude in the community. This is not an endorsement or suggestion for Rose to be the next head coach in any way, shape, or form.

For Moser, I wonder if Williamson or Krutwig decide to use their extra year to play B12 ball?

I have to think the administration at Loyola will want to do everything they can to keep the team and “culture” that’s been built together. Drew Valentine has to be at the top of the list. I believe someone mentioned Mullins from SIU? Not a chance he leaves SIU for the Loyola job.
 
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Adunk33 said:
I always kind of wondered if Rose at IWU was ever considered to be on staff at ISU in some capacity. He’s been incredibly successful and a great dude in the community. This is not an endorsement or suggestion for Rose to be the next head coach in any way, shape, or form.

For Moser, I wonder if Williamson or Krutwig decide to use their extra year to play B12 ball?

I have to think the administration at Loyola will want to do everything they can to keep the team and “culture” that’s been built together. Drew Valentine has to be at the top of the list. I believe someone mentioned Mullins from SIU? Not a chance he leaves SIU for the Loyola job.
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I saw that Loyola offered Porter 10 years...2 million a year to stay. He took off anyways. You wonder if they will use that money on the next person?
 
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Muller must just be destroyed with envy and jealousness. Remember how he begged Dayton and OK state for the job with absolutely no success on his resume. The KAC believes he’s loyal to ISU, but he simply couldn’t find someone willing to take him.
 
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jamminjamarsmiley said:
Muller must just be destroyed with envy and jealousness. Remember how he begged Dayton and OK state for the job with absolutely no success on his resume. The KAC believes he’s loyal to ISU, but he simply couldn’t find someone willing to take him.
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Muller is loyal to Muller. Period. He would have jumped to any other school he considered to be an upgrade. Let's not fool ourselves into thinking Dan gives a rat's ass about good ole State U. If that would have been the case, a slightly more equitable contract extension would have been signed. It wasn't. Muller played lyons like a chump and we get to reap the benefits. Year 10 coming up.
 
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