Good News on Stokes

[alumvol08]

I have lived in Memphis the past three years. During this time, I've been fortunate enough to become close with several individuals within the UM athletic department and basketball program. I was eating dinner tonight at Gus's Chicken with one of my contacts, which is an excellant choice if you're ever in town, and he gave me some great news regarding the Stokes recruitment. Stokes has been very open about his intentions with the Memphis coaching staff throughout this process. Earlier this fall, most on the staff felt that Stokes was on the verge of committing. However, over the course of the past month (especially after the TSSAA's decision to declare Stokes ineligible for this year) Stokes has been wavering on signing with the Tigers. Tonight, my source told me that he believed after speaking with Stokes that Stokes was headed to UT unless something drastic happened in the next week.

I've never had any inside information, nor have I claimed to have any information until now. Additionally, I don't really care whether you chose to believe me. I don't know if Stokes will end up here, but I can say for a fact that the UM staff feels that this is one that is going to get away.

 

[gorockytop101]

Gus's is quality.

One of the best non-BBQ places to eat in Memphis.

 

[DaDuRkEr]

I'm still not holding my breath, but I am practicing my backflips...

Thanks for the tidbit

 

[DaDuRkEr]

He can bring me some Gus's to-go when he gets here!

 

[alumvol08]

Gus's is quality.

One of the best non-BBQ places to eat in Memphis.

I am currently happily miserable.

 

[alumvol08]

Also, my source believes that Stokes will be announcing within the next couple weeks if everything goes as Stokes hopes.

 

[DaDuRkEr]

My stomach is growling, so I am now unhappily miserable thanks to your post.

 

[1985Vols]

What a wonderful Christmas it could be.......

 

[PoochPunt3rdDown]

My birthday is Friday. Let's make this happen, Jarnell!!!

 

[DaDuRkEr]

Happy Birthday Pooch!

 

[RikidyBones]

We should hold a Jewish BBQ in celebration.

 

[WillieGault]

When will Stokes be eligible to play in college?

 

[Kingston Vol]

I heard Stokes had an "excellent" visit, as well.

 

[alumvol08]

When will Stokes be eligible to play in college?

January.

 

[myrobbins7]

Guys the word on the street here in Memphis is Stokes is about a done deal to UT. (Just the word on the street, thought I would share).

 

[alumvol08]

Guys the word on the street here in Memphis is Stokes is about a done deal to UT. (Just the word on the street, thought I would share).

UM's coaches would be shocked right now if he wasn't at UT in January.

 

[myrobbins7]

UM's coaches would be shocked right now if he wasn't at UT in January.

Agreed.

 

[cncchris33]

UM's coaches would be shocked right now if he wasn't at UT in January.

Just in time for a rematch.

 

[VolsDoc81TX]

Great news!
If y'all ever come to dfw...Babes' chicken is incredible...rivals Gus' chicken, believe it or not.

 

[ITSGR82BATNVOL]

UM's coaches would be shocked right now if he wasn't at UT in January.

This seems to be the trending news all over the internet as well, but recruiting is a crap shoot, until they are either enrolled or signed. Would be a very good get for CCM w/o a doubt.

 

[top5vols]

Even Easterwood has cooled on Stokes being a lock for the tigers.

 

[SamRebel35]

Hope we aren't all getting trolled by UM folk.

 

[alumvol08]

Hope we aren't all getting trolled by UM folk.

Trust me. If my source thought Stokes was going to UM, he wouldn't hesitate to rub my nose in it.

 

[DaDuRkEr]

Getting stokes is more than a "good get" should we land him. He is a MONUMENTAL get!

 

[volroadwarrior]

Monumental in the fact that top talent might start paying attention. Maybe start a bandwagon effect for great prospects.