Barnes and Ament

#1
Just a VolinTears

Just a VolinTears

Vol from Memphis Mane
Joined
Mar 19, 2023
Messages
1,188
Likes
5,320
#1
Gotts give credit to both of these guys. Barnes for never giving up on Ament. I'm not sure I've seen him be more supportive publicly of a player than he has of Ament. He knew Ament needed it. And to Ament, because we all know he saw what people were saying online but he put his head down and has become the player we all knew he could be. Good attitude and coachable through it all. I really do respect it, especially from a 19 yo.
To me, this all goes back to the mustard seed that Barnes gave Ament during their final recruiting visit. It, more than anything, symbolizes their connection and their faith and the fact that Barnes will stand by Ament, not matter where the wind may blow! Barnes has also recruited character guys.
Barnes is special, let's cherish him. Let's also begin to cherish the Freshman Ament. They're keepers! GBO

 
  • Like
Reactions: sami, Stoked, FlyFishnVol and 26 others
#2
#2
Just a VolinTears said:
Gotts give credit to both of these guys. Barnes for never giving up on Ament. I'm not sure I've seen him be more supportive publicly of a player than he has of Ament. He knew Ament needed it. And to Ament, because we all know he saw what people were saying online but he put his head down and has become the player we all knew he could be. Good attitude and coachable through it all. I really do respect it, especially from a 19 yo.
To me, this all goes back to the mustard seed that Barnes gave Ament during their final recruiting visit. It, more than anything, symbolizes their connection and their faith and the fact that Barnes will stand by Ament, not matter where the wind may blow! Barnes has also recruited character guys.
Barnes is special, let's cherish him. Let's also begin to cherish the Freshman Ament. They're keepers! GBO

Click to expand...

Agree 100% I'm also very impressed how he's handled Bishop Boswell. That cat has really come on.........
 
  • Like
Reactions: i2amavol, Stoked, StoneokeyVol and 12 others
#4
#4
Just a VolinTears said:
Gotts give credit to both of these guys. Barnes for never giving up on Ament. I'm not sure I've seen him be more supportive publicly of a player than he has of Ament. He knew Ament needed it. And to Ament, because we all know he saw what people were saying online but he put his head down and has become the player we all knew he could be. Good attitude and coachable through it all. I really do respect it, especially from a 19 yo.
To me, this all goes back to the mustard seed that Barnes gave Ament during their final recruiting visit. It, more than anything, symbolizes their connection and their faith and the fact that Barnes will stand by Ament, not matter where the wind may blow! Barnes has also recruited character guys.
Barnes is special, let's cherish him. Let's also begin to cherish the Freshman Ament. They're keepers! GBO

Click to expand...

Is there a way to read the article without paying Knox News for it?
 
#9
#9
Chickenfarmer said:
Barnes, as I have previously stated, is a builder of men first, then a dang good basketball coach. We are blessed to have his leadership, character and faith. He is humble and generous with gratitude. If you were an Arky, you couldn’t say this about your coach.
Click to expand...
I think Callipari is a good guy. Barnes is a rare person who coaches high level ball and always tries to put his faith first. Hard to do for anybody but particularly a person in a profession that requires them to perform on move on.
 
  • Like
Reactions: rockyhdr, TJSVOLS and jp1
#10
#10
a vol n tears said:
I think Callipari is a good guy. Barnes is a rare person who coaches high level ball and always tries to put his faith first. Hard to do for anybody but particularly a person in a profession that requires them to perform on move on.
Click to expand...
Cal and Barnes are good friends. I've never cared for Cal, but the fact that Rick is good friends with him makes me think he might be alright.

It was Cal who leaned into convincing Rick to take the UT job. Said we're a sleeping giant and had great support. I'll always appreciate that about him.
 
  • Like
Reactions: rockyhdr, Chunkyvol12, A.J. and 2 others
#11
#11
NighthawkVol said:
Cal and Barnes are good friends. I've never cared for Cal, but the fact that Rick is good friends with him makes me think he might be alright.

It was Cal who leaned into convincing Rick to take the UT job. Said we're a sleeping giant and had great support. I'll always appreciate that about him.
Click to expand...
I’m disappointed that a coach who grew up in North Carolina and lived through Bernie and Ernie didn’t know Tennessee basketball had potential.

All any coach has to do is convince the fans that we have a shot at a sweet 16 every year.. Kentucky would fall apart if that was their ceiling.
 
#12
#12
adam.vol said:
I’m disappointed that a coach who grew up in North Carolina and lived through Bernie and Ernie didn’t know Tennessee basketball had potential.

All any coach has to do is convince the fans that we have a shot at a sweet 16 every year.. Kentucky would fall apart if that was their ceiling.
Click to expand...
As a matter of fact for the most part Ky fans have fallen apart this year. We gifted them a game in KNX and they know that and it just hurts worse for them to know that
 
  • Like
Reactions: adam.vol
#14
#14
Chickenfarmer said:
Barnes, as I have previously stated, is a builder of men first, then a dang good basketball coach. We are blessed to have his leadership, character and faith. He is humble and generous with gratitude. If you were an Arky, you couldn’t say this about your coach.
Click to expand...
This is a wonderful summation of Barnes as a coach and as a person. I have been blessed to observe him off the court and i would say he is as honest and fine a human being as I have ever known. He coaches hard but he loves the players and he loves his God.
 
  • Like
Reactions: GUNTERSVOL, garyp194 and CBVols
#16
#16
Pride85 said:
Good attempt at being clever, just wish it were aimed at something a little more appropriate. I have faith that you will see the error of your ways.
Click to expand...
All accusation and no substance. Lazy.

What’s the article about? Multiple of us have said we can’t read it because it requires a subscription. We can’t buy a single paper anymore for $.25. Help some people out who want to know.
 
Last edited:
#17
#17
adam.vol said:
I’m disappointed that a coach who grew up in North Carolina and lived through Bernie and Ernie didn’t know Tennessee basketball had potential.

All any coach has to do is convince the fans that we have a shot at a sweet 16 every year.. Kentucky would fall apart if that was their ceiling.
Click to expand...
He knew about it. At least as much as any of us. Probably more than most of us. My goodness
 
  • Like
Reactions: adam.vol
#18
#18
adam.vol said:
All accusation and no substance. Lazy.

What’s the article about? Multiple of us have said we can’t read it because it requires a subscription. We can’t buy a single paper anymore for $.25. Help some people out who want to know.
Click to expand...
Many don’t have to read it to get the gist of Rick Barnes using a mustard seed as motivation.

Matthew 17:20.
 
  • Like
Reactions: adam.vol
#19
#19
NighthawkVol said:
Cal and Barnes are good friends. I've never cared for Cal, but the fact that Rick is good friends with him makes me think he might be alright.

It was Cal who leaned into convincing Rick to take the UT job. Said we're a sleeping giant and had great support. I'll always appreciate that about him.
Click to expand...
I bet CRB prays for Cal to find a closer walk with God a lot. Not many of us would not benefit from that. The actual answer is all of us.
 
  • Like
Reactions: walkenvol
#22
#22
VolGee4 said:
Many don’t have to read it to get the gist of Rick Barnes using a mustard seed as motivation.

Matthew 17:20.
Click to expand...
Thank you. I still wish to know what Barnes said. If I bought a subscription every time I came across an interesting headline, I’d be broke.

There is no shortage of people who will use a quote for selfish reasons. Some people in Washington come to mind.
 
#23
#23
Chickenfarmer said:
Barnes, as I have previously stated, is a builder of men first, then a dang good basketball coach. We are blessed to have his leadership, character and faith. He is humble and generous with gratitude. If you were an Arky, you couldn’t say this about your coach.
Click to expand...
I would substitute Calipari with Bruce and Steve Pearl. From the Football side Kiffin.
 
#24
#24
Basically, I do believe Cal is a decent person. He does care for his players. I do not prefer his court side manners and antics. He should get T’ed up for being on the playing surface during live action. I’ve watched him live several times. If I was playing I would run over him! That’s who he is, I get it. He’s easy to not like as coach if you’re the other team’s fan base. He reminds me of Saban and Kirby constantly whining to refs trying to get a call. I love the professionalism of CRB. He is in class by himself. Mr. Barnes is a gentleman and highly respected by everyone. His relationship with his Savior is on display at all times. We are blessed to be able to experience high integrity and character on display. He can still get excited and tear into officials when needed. I love the Grant Williams story that Coach Barnes was so crazy and wild he had to saved! Hopefully the link below works.
Grant Williams interview

 
Last edited:
#25
#25
adam.vol said:
I’m disappointed that a coach who grew up in North Carolina and lived through Bernie and Ernie didn’t know Tennessee basketball had potential.

All any coach has to do is convince the fans that we have a shot at a sweet 16 every year.. Kentucky would fall apart if that was their ceiling.
Click to expand...

The sweet 16 is currently their ceiling. They've made one sweet 16 in the past 6 years. Haven't made the Elite 8 in 7 seasons now. They're a has-been "blue blood" and will continue to be with Pope in charge.
 
  • Like
Reactions: BernardKingGOAT
New Posts
You must log in or register to reply here.

Advertisement



Back
Top