i2amavol
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Where did you hear that about his attitude?He has plenty of D1 offers, just none from any high majors, which is probably what you meant. I seem to remember that he may have some attitude questions, as well. If true, then coupled with his lack of other high major offers, it would seem to indicate he isn't worth pursuing.
Frankly, if this kid wasn't from Knoxville, he's the kind of player 90% of our fans would lose their minds over Barnes offering a scholarship, and they'd be screaming about how badly recruiting needs to improve.
Hearing that he is maybe closer to 5-11 now than the 5-9 he was reported to be, I am more inclined to wish we had taken a closer look. As you said, though, it isn't as if Barnes and Co. have no idea about him. There must be a reason to not pursue him, but after what I saw in that state championship game, I began to take notice and had hoped we might find a way to take him, even if we had bigger immediate needs.Kid does seem to play with a chip on his shoulder and with some emotion...but from all accounts i've heard he's well-liked by his peers and is coachable. Who knows. I'm guessing Barnes and staff saw enough of him play in person and on film while recruiting Pember and for whatever reason decided to stay away.
I made the exact same point 2 or 3 weeks ago. Since that time, it has been revealed that he is taller than originally reported, and as @lostsheep said, a Florida offer gives him and his talent a little more credibility.If this kid was from somewhere else then people would be criticizing Barnes for even considering signing him.