UCLA goes for 100*

Fucla currently holds the record for the most NCAA national championships with 99*. This weekend fucla's women's gymnastics team will be playing for fucla's 100*th national championship. Women's gymnastics? Fucla could hit the century mark with a national championship in women's gymnastics? Now I'm not hating on women's gymnastics. Its actually one of my favorite events to watch during the Olympics. However this did make me curious as to how fucla managed to win 99* national championships.

Here is the breakdown of fucla's 99* national championships.

men's basketball: 11
men's golf: 1
women's golf: 2
men's gymnastics: 2
women's gymnastics: 5
men's soccer: 4
women's softball: 10
men's swimming & diving: 1
men's tennis: 16
women's indoor track & field: 2
men's outdoor track & field: 8
women's outdoor track & field: 3
men's volleyball: 19
women's volleyball: 3
men's water polo: 8
women's water polo: 4

What I discovered is that 19 of fucla's 99* national championships are in sports that USC doesn't have. The only thing, historically and currently, that makes fucla relevant is its rivalry with USC. Which makes me question the validity of any championships fucla wins in which they do not have to compete with the Trojans. Subtracting those 19 national championships gives fucla a total of 80. This puts fucla at #3 all-time right behind USC with 84. From now on USC Sports Talk will always refer to fucla's 99* national championships with the presence of an asterisk.

FUCK THE BRUINS!

FYI USC holds the record for the most men's national championships with 73 (soon to be 74). Fucla follows USC (as they always should) with 70* (actual number = 64).

This Weekend

Classes have finally ended and finals don't start for another week. Here are some things happening this weekend that you should be aware of.

1) NBA Playoffs: Will the Bulls continue their dominance of the Heat and send Dwyane Wade home crying? Will the Mavericks finally get their shit together and play like the record's best NBA team? Leave comments here.

2) Studying for Finals? Thats funny. Fuck that. Unless you, (dudeeee, I have like 9 finals this week) are a douchebag.

3) Weekend OVER/UNDER: Kobe dropping 50 on the Suns in game 4.

4) NFL DRAFT: Unless you are a freak, no one will watch longer than the 2nd pick or wrap up on ESPNEWS. But we'll see where Trojans Jarrett, Kalil, and Smith end up. I am sure, scratch that, fuckin positive, that we will have a write up on the NFL Draft as early as Saturday night. Check back for Mel Kiper Jr's report.


Finally, there has been some discussion lately about where Jarrett falls in the draft and how his comparison to Mike Williams is killing his draft status. I leave you this and remind you that we never saw this DOMINATION from Jarrett on a regular basis. Just something to remind you all about. Have a good weekend. Fight on !

Recruiting Update: Greg Monroe

Greg Monroe, the #1 rated high school junior, is still very undecided as to where he will be playing his college ball. According to an interesting article from nola.com Monroe states that there are 10 school that are intensely recruiting him. The list includes Kentucky, Kansas, Southern Cal, LSU, Duke, North Carolina, Louisville, Connecticut, Texas and Florida. Monroe's coach seems to believe that Greg has a few favorites picked, but Monroe refuses to give them up.

Monroe has four main criterion that he will use to guide him through the recruiting process.

-- Monroe favors joining a team that has an established program;

-- He is seeking a coach that can help him improve, in order to advance to the NBA;

-- A good academic program is important because Monroe plans to major in psychology;

-- Distance will not factor into his decision.

Tourney Tim has positioned himself nicely amongst the nations top college basketball coaches, in the battle for Monroe's signature. Lets hope that Floyd continues his hot streak in Louisiana.

RB Michael Coleman to transfer

Scott Wolf of the LA Daily News reports that, according to sources, USC RB Michael Coleman is expected transfer at the end of the semester. Coleman, a sophomore from San Bernadino, has failed to live up to his potential, as he has continually descended to the bottom of the depth chart since his arrival two years ago. Recurring injuries to his hip have played a major role in his development, but Coleman is not exactly known as being the hardest of workers. He was injured for most of the spring, and according to the article, has also missed several classes since early April.

He leaves USC, even after adamantly stating his desire to stay and play for the Trojans throughout his short career. While battling injuries this spring, Coleman openly said, "I just want to be healthy and contribute, those are my goals right now."

Coleman first injured his hip during the 2005 spring drills, shortly after enrolling in January. He tried to return in the fall, but re-injured the hip twice more during the season. Coleman ended the 2005 season having played in only four games, gaining 95 yards on 20 carries in those contests, and then had off-season surgery. He then sat out the 2006 season after feeling discomfort in his hip, possibly from returning too soon from his surgery.

The highlight of Coleman's career may have came in 2005, just weeks after he arrived on campus. There was an incident with former Trojans RB LenDale White, in which Coleman was confronted by White in the USC locker room. White, USC's all-time leader in TD's, was reacting to comments said by Coleman earlier in the week and needed to be restrained by teammates. Coleman was quoted, "(White's) good, but he's not better than me. He's not as fast as I am, and I catch the ball better." I think we all know who won that argument. Anyway, good luck to Michael "the next Whitney Lewis" Coleman at Northern Iowa or wherever the heck he transfers.

Fight On!

Murder suspect on the loose

The police have released this photo of the suspect

Alias: The Brazilian Blur

He is guilty of demolishing the Lakers' "defense" and putting the Lakers one game closer to their second 1st round exit in two seasons.

Mike Williams anyone?

It looks like Mike Williams' career in Detroit is all but over. I read earlier this month that the Lions coaching staff was upset with Williams' no-show at the teams first organized team activity. This didn't surprise me considering the only noteworthy reports on Williams since he was drafted have been about him being overweight and late to team meetings. However, I was surprised to find out that Mike Williams has missed all the teams activities this entire offseason. Apparently he's been hanging out here in Southern California. A friend of mine told me he played a basketball game with Williams today in the Lyons Center. Here's an informative article from Lions Insider with some insight into Williams' future.

Receiver Mike Williams, who blew off the team's recent off-season workouts, could be traded before Saturday's draft. It has been speculated (including here) that the Lions might prefer to cut Williams rather than trade him because of the salary cap implications

The good news is my friend said Williams appeared to be in great shape. He said Williams was cut up and lost a lot of weight.

Favre to Williams... Touchdown! Green Bay!

Weekend roundup

Sorry for the late Monday post but here were the "gamebreakers" this weekend.

1)R.I.P. Mirko Cro Cop
Who the hell saw that shit coming? I mean, most amatuer fans of the UFC weren't familiar with Cro Cop's ground skills since his striking skills (via Youtube) are what he's known for. Cro Cop was on his back early and was getting handled, but no one saw Gonzaga winning via KO. Arlovski/Werdum was disappointing, but i applaud my favorite UFC fighter( Pit Bull) for not fighting the other man's game. Bisping destroyed Elvis, but Bisping almost got submitted after Elvis stunned him with a knee at the beginning of the 2nd round. Good card all around, just wasn't feeling the Spike commercials. Next up: Chuck "The Iceman" Liddell versus Quinton "Rampage" Jackson May 26.

2) My valuation project sucks dick . This class makes me want to be a fuckin zoologist.

3) Jay's party: I love beer, but not when its flying through the air,which is what one drunk chode tried to do around midnight. Its too bad Jay is such a nice guy, because if it was my bash, I would have destroyed this guy, or hired someone to demolish him. I don't like blood on my button downs.

4) Entourage: The cameras haven't started rolling on Medellin yet, so Vince and E are trying to hold out. Ari is regaining his swagger and is not far from his old self. It was only a matter of time before Vince got to fuck his new agent. Very niiceee.....I like!!

Surprising Results

According the readers here at USC Sports Talk, next season's leading rusher is going to be....

Broderick Green

Here are the final results from our poll...

• Broderick Green <21%>
  
• Hershel Dennis <14%>
• Chauncey Washington <14%>
• Joe McKnight <13%>
• CJ Gable <12%>
• Emmanuel Moody <12%>
• Allen Bradford <8%>
  
• Desmond Reed <4%>
  
• Stafon Johnson <1%>
  
• Marc Tyler <0%>
  

I can only assume that a lot of readers mistakenly voted for Green thinking they were voting for Joe McKnight. I think Green is an extremely talented running back and should be very successful at USC, but I'm all but certain that he will redshirt this season.

Check out our newest poll.

FIGHT ON!

Notre Dame Sucks!!

We know our counterparts from across town aren't having much of a spring, and boy does Karl Dorrell suck, hopefully he can stick around uclgay for a while and keep those 6-6 seasons coming. Before I digress any more, let's check up on our rivals from South Bend. Notre Dame fans got their much anticipated first look at freshman QB Jimmy Clausen on Saturday at their annual spring game. Apparently, Notre Dame focused on their running game throughout spring practices, but maybe they just don't want to show anything to their opponents yet. Due to the heavy emphasis on the run by Coach Weis, none of the 4 QB's battling to replace long time starter Brady Quinn ever really shined. That includes Clausen, who was hailed as Quinn's heir apparent as soon as he committed to the Irish a year ago. Clausen has battled injuries this spring and is not a lock to be Notre Dame's starting QB when they open the season versus Georgia Tech on September 1st. Whether he wins the starting job or not, we can all agree on one thing, the guy is funny looking and will continue to be heckled for the rest of his career. Here's a fun pic of Jimmy "Emu" Clausen courtesy of 82 Sluggo Win (by way of the MZone).

University of California's Leading Actors

Normally I don't keep up with the local community college football teams, but today I saw an interesting article about the bruin football team. Apparently the six timeouts allotted to each team and the numerous television timeouts aren't enough for the bruins. (I'm assuming that bruin football games are actually televised) So KD has decided to practice faking injuries in order to stop the clock. How pathetic is that. Who needs to practice running 2-minute drills when you can stop the clock at will with players falling to the ground faking injuries.

Here's a word of advice to the bruin coaching staff. Feel free to phase this man-law violation of a drill out the weeks preceding December 1st. There will be plenty of real injuries to keep to the clock stopped. What's the over/under on the number or bruin players getting carted off the field during the December 1st Massacre?

2007 NFL Mock Draft: Version 2

Folks, the NFL Draft is only 1 week away, can you believe that? It seems like only yesterday that the Houston Texans shocked the world and made NC State DE Mario Williams the #1 overall pick over USC's 2005 Heisman Trophy winner, RB Reggie Bush. Might we see something similar to that on April 28th? Probably not, but we'll have to wait and see. There is still quite a bit of uncertainty at the top of the draft regarding the Raiders and the Lions, but I'm sure that the Raiders will begin negotiations with LSU's JaMarcus Russell and Georgia Tech's Calvin Johnson within the next few days (if they haven't already).

This week's post includes my projections for the entire 1st Round. The 2 biggest risers from last week's mock are QB Brady Quinn (#7 to #2) and DE Adam Carriker (not listed to #11). Next week I'll have my final mock draft, covering rounds 1 and 2. Look for that Friday night on the eve of the draft (hopefully the Raiders will have their guy signed by then).

ROUND 1
1. OAKLAND QB JaMarcus Russell, LSU
The Raiders are still debating whether they want Russell or stud WR Calvin Johnson. Unless they acquire a veteran QB, the pick is Russell.

2. DETROIT QB Brady Quinn, Notre Dame
The Lions should get plenty of calls from teams wanting to move up, but if they stay, then they should make Quinn their franchise QB.

3. CLEVELAND RB Adrian Peterson, Oklahoma
The Browns need a player who can help them win now. With both QB's off the board, the choice will be between Peterson and Joe Thomas.

4. TAMPA BAY WR Calvin Johnson, Georgia Tech
The Bucs may not be able to sit at #4 and wait for Johnson. They'll be holding their breath when the commissioner reads off Oakland's pick.

5. ARIZONA OT Joe Thomas, Wisconsin
The Cards will also be crossing their fingers hoping that Thomas is still on the board. If he's gone, then look for them to trade down.

6. WASHINGTON DE Gaines Adams, Clemson
The Redskins need to improve their pass rush, but they may still trade this pick to Chicago for LB Lance Briggs.

7. MINNESOTA FS LaRon Landry, LSU
The Vikings are in position to select the best available player. LaRon Landry will provide an immediate impact on their defense.

8. ATLANTA DT Amobi Okoye, Louisville
The Falcons covet FS LaRon Landry, but the 19 year old Okoye played for Petrino in college and has a huge upside.

9. MIAMI OT Levi Brown, Penn State
The Dolphins can go in any direction with this pick. They'll start by trying to piece together a stable offensive line.

10. HOUSTON FS Reggie Nelson, Florida
The Texans also need a LT and may consider trading down if Brown is off the board. Nelson would provide a major upgrade at FS.

11. SAN FRANCISCO DE Adam Carriker, Nebraska
The 49ers will probably consider DT Alan Branch, but will pass because he didn't dominate in college the way a guy his size should.

12. BUFFALO LB Patrick Willis, Ole Miss
The Bills need help at MLB, CB, and RB. Willis should start immediately and become an early favorite for NFL Defensive R.O.Y.

13. ST. LOUIS DT Alan Branch, Michigan
The Rams took CB Tye Hill last year, and must continue to build the defense. They will take the best available defensive lineman.

14. CAROLINA TE Greg Olsen, Miami (FL)
The Panthers took RB DeAngelo Williams last year, and will add another offensive weapon, a TE that can stretch the field.

15. PITTSBURGH LB Lawrence Timmons, Florida State
The Steelers are transitioning from the 3-4 defense to a Tampa 2 scheme. Timmons has the ability play outside in either scheme.

16. GREEN BAY RB Marshawn Lynch, California
The Packers need a RB, first and foremost. They can address their needs for a big, physical WR and a playmaking TE in later rounds.

17. JACKSONVILLE DE Jamaal Anderson, Arkansas
The Jaguars would love to see Reggie Nelson still on the board, but with him gone they go after the best value at DE or CB.

18. CINCINNATI CB Leon Hall, Michigan
The Bengals drafted a CB in the 1st Rd last year, but Tory James is gone and it appears Deltha O'Neal has a lost a step.

19. TENNESSEE WR Ted Ginn Jr., Ohio State
The Titans need to replace Pacman Jones not only at CB, but in the return game as well. Ted Ginn Jr. more than satisfies the latter.

20. NY GIANTS LT Joe Staley, Central Michigan
The Giants are very thin at CB and LB, but they must also protect their investment (Eli Manning) better.

21. DENVER DE Jarvis Moss, Florida
The Broncos need an explosive pass rusher to fully compliment their outstanding tandem at CB (Champ Bailey and Dre Bly).

22. DALLAS CB Darrelle Revis, Pittsburgh
The Cowboys seemed to have address their need at FS by signing Ken Hamlin, but they must continue to upgrade the secondary.

23. KANSAS CITY WR Dwayne Jarrett, USC
The Chiefs liked Tamba Hali last year and drafted him higher than most people expected. I see a similar situation with Jarrett.

24. NEW ENGLAND S Michael Griffin, Texas
The Patriots have to be concerned with the recent injuries that have plagued SS Rodney Harrison.

25. NY JETS DE Anthony Spencer, Purdue
The Jets need a pass-rushing OLB to help complete their transition into to the 3-4 defense used by Coach Mangini.

26. PHILADELPHIA CB Chris Houston, Arkansas
The Eagles added WR's Kevin Curtis and Bethel Johnson, so I think they'll draft a DB.

27. NEW ORLEANS CB Aaron Ross, Texas
The Saints defense overachieved last season, but they were extremely vulnerable at CB, and still are.

28. NEW ENGLAND LB Paul Posluszny, Penn State
The Patriots are the only team with two first round picks, and will likely use them to add depth to their aging defense.

29. BALTIMORE C Ryan Kalil, USC
The Ravens need lots of help along the offensive line, but who better to anchor that line than Kalil?

30. SAN DIEGO WR Robert Meachem, Tennessee
The Chargers need a guy that can stretch the field and open things up for Tomlinson and TE Antonio Gates.

31. CHICAGO OG Ben Grubbs, Auburn
The Bears are still negotiating trades for disgruntled LB Lance Briggs, so it's difficult to project their pick. At #31, I like Ben Grubbs.

32. INDIANAPOLIS LB Jon Beason, Miami (FL)
The Colts replaced Edgerrin James through the draft last season by selecting Joseph Addai. Now they'll look to replace LB Cato June.

Weekend prospects

This weekend is gonna be huge in many ways for the bloggers here at USC Sports Talk. Some of the things we look forward to this weekend include ( in no particular order):

1)Miami Heat vs Chicago Bulls: I have been waiting for this match-up for quite some time. Wade, his bum shoulder, and his band of misfits will have their hands full with Ben Jordan and the Baby Bulls. Yes, I spelled that right for all you self-correcting douchebags. I don't see the Heat winning this and I'll hedge with the Bulls in 6.

2)UFC 70 on Saturday Night: One of UFC's most stacked cards in a free viewing on Spike TV. Great lineup and one that cannot be missed under any circumstances. I'll take Cro Cop in the first round via TKO, standing up that is. Cro Cop's left kick will knock down a brick wall, but be wary because if this fight goes to the ground, Gonzaga has the Brazilian jiu-jitsu skills to keep this fight close. I'll take Bisping by decision and my boy Andrei Arlovksi via TKO in the first round. Arlovksi will again prove he has one of the deadliest uppercut/ straight right punches in the game.

3) Jay's hooka-party: We'll let you know how it goes. If it goes.

4) My Apple valuation case for my Analysis/Valuation class. I can't say I am looking forward to rummaging through 10-K and 10-Q financial reports, but nevertheless, I have to deal with that bullshit this weekend for an extended period of time.

5) Random shit: We all know how it goes down at the apartment. Anything and everything can happen on a whim. So we'll see. No earplugs needed.

Have a great weekend guys. Comments welcome.

One QB arrives...another goes elsewhere

Arkansas QB Mitch Mustain, a highly touted recruit coming out of high school last year, has decided to transfer to USC. Mustain, considered by many locals to be the best player ever to come out of Arkansas, endured through a tumultuos freshman season. Mustain had always wanted to stay home and play for his hometown team, but wavered on his verbal commitment to the Razorbacks during his recruitment and did not feel entrusted by Arkansas Coach Houston Nutt and his system. He ended up signing with Arkansas last year, but that was only after Nutt hired Mustain's high school coach, Gus Malzahn, as Arkansas' offensive coordinator, perhaps in an effort to land the highly coveted recruit and save his job.

The signing of Mustain raised morale amongst the Razorbacks fans, as the general feeling was that he would take the reigns of an offense which already featured the nation's most prolific tandem at RB in Darren McFadden and Felix Jones. However, Mustain was not named the starter for the season opening 50-14 loss at home versus USC. This angered the larger than normal crowd that filled the stadium waiting to see their local hero, but they did get a quick glimpse of what could have been a very promising future. Arkansas lost big to the Trojans that night, but fans (including many Trojans) will always remember when Mustain entered the game in the 4th Quarter (video below). Mustain came in and led the Razorbacks on a quick touchdown scoring drive, and showed his talent and proved worthy enough to be promoted as the starter.

He led Arkansas to victories in its next 8 games, but was suddenly benched by Razorbacks Coach Houston Nutt despite his 8-0 record as a starter and the team's 9-1 record and 1st place standing in the SEC. This was the beginning of the end for Mustain era at Arkansas. Houston Nutt took over the play-calling duties from Gus Malzahn, and basically abandoned the passing game towards the end of the season, often using his stud RB McFadden at QB in an unbalanced, run heavy offense. Nutt's actions caused Malzahn to leave and become offensive coordinator at Tulsa. Freshman WR Damian Williams, Mustain's high school teammate at Springdale (Ark.) High, transferred to USC and arrived this spring. It appears that the presence of Williams, along with USC's recent success with QB's, is what enticed Mustain to choose 'SC. He will now sit out the 2007 season, per NCAA rules, and then battle redshirt sophomore Mark Sanchez and incoming freshman Aaron Corp for the starting job in 2008.

Elsewhere, TrojanNYC reports that USC recruit Dayne Crist, has committed to Notre Dame. Crist (pictured below) is a 6'5" QB and a senior to be at Sherman Oaks Notre Dame (go figure). Don't know much about this kid, but he must not want to compete against Sanchez, Mustain, and Corp when he gets here.

Fight On!

Why I hate Floyd Mayweather Jr....

As if my disdain for the world's "so called best" pound-for-pound fighter couldn't have got any worse.....After attacking Oscar De La Hoya verbally during their U.S. media tour to promote "The World Awaits De La Hoya Mayweather Jr" on May 5th, Floyd takes yet another stab at De La Hoya and GoldenBoy promotions by calling out De La Hoya's "realness" and business skills. On top of that, Floyd doesn't hesitate to throw Sugar Shane Mosley under the bus by calling him a chump and nothing more than a "sparring partner". Jesus Christ. When the fuck is someone gonna shut this guy's mouth? Now I can understand dissing GoldenBoy promotions, but calling out 2 future Hall of Fame boxers more than warrants all the hate. But you know what? That doesn't even touch the hate I have for this guy....until I read this bullshit.

A column on Yahoo! Sports by our favorite douchebag Dan Wetzel reveals that Floyd Mayweather is tougher than we all think. He goes out on a limb to to say,

"UFC's champions can't handle boxing. That's why they are in UFC. Put one of our guys in UFC and he'd be the champion. Any good fighter, he'd straight knock them out."

Not only did UFC President Dana White laugh his ass off but said "Floyd Mayweather is one of the best boxers ever, (and) Sean Sherk [UFC lightweight] will whoop his ass in under two minutes. White went on to comment on putting together a UFC contract, "And I guarantee you he would not accept it. Floyd Mayweather would never fight in the UFC because he would get his head ripped off." Now we all know how I feel about the UFC, which is passionate. But its one thing to call out "The Golden Boy" and another to call out Chuck Liddel, which Mayweather doesn't even hesitate to do. Boxing is a graceful art that requires great skill and technique, but don't kid yourself. UFC is more than street fighting. Brazilian jui-jitsu, boxing, wrestling, and Muay Thai are skills that can create the ultimate warrior. I hope De La Hoya smashes Mayweather's face, but I guess I can dream when I say that I hope Mayweather comes to the UFC. They'll need the fucking paramedics right outside the octagon to pick up whats left of this piece of shit.

SPOTLIGHT: Allen Bradford

One of the top recruits of Pete Carrol's #1 rated 2006 recruiting class, Allen Bradford, was poised to become another great USC linebacker or possibly safety. I won't even go into all the award and hype that surrounded this guy.However, with the slew of injuries that plagued USC during 2006, Bradford was needed to step up wherever Pete Carroll needed him. And that spot happened to be the fullback/tailback spot and on special teams. After scoring a touchdown in the first game against Arkansas, Bradford went on to rush for 42 yards on 13 carries (3.2 avg.) with a TD and caught 3 passes for 33 yards (11.0 avg.) with a TD. While having a slow freshman year in many opinions, Bradford appeared in all but one game in 2006 and showed his true team character by playing where the team needed him. Whether it was catching passes out of the backfield, blocking for Booty, or blowing up defenders while in the fullback spot or on special teams, Bradford has shown that he is a player to be reckoned with over the next 3 years. He has been described as "a fucking beast" by his teammates and coaches. And I think I speak for everyone when I say that only death can keep this guy off the field this season.

Kevin Love = Not So Classy

Many fucla fans love to talk exaggerate lie about how classy their players and recruits are. Well it turns out they were right about incoming freshmen Kevin Love. Love is one of the classiest guys on the court, that is if you call violently kicking an opposing player and almost getting kicked out the game classy. That's right, turns out lover boy isn't the clean cut player that bruin fans get off to.

"...another storyline was Kevin Love trying to stomp on an opponent and nearly getting kicked out of the game."

This must be a bruin example of how the "National Player of the Year" demonstrates exemplary personal character on and off the court.

Here's a warning to all the fucla students...

If you see this guy at your local Denny's

Run!

2003 Trojan Defense vs. 2007 Trojan Defense

How will this years defense compare to the great Trojan Defense of 2003? In 2003 the Trojan defense held opponents to 1.8 yards per carry and 6.3 yards per reception. They forced 35 fumbles and had 9 interceptions. They also held opponents to under 19 points a game and under 39% on third down conversions.

2003

Kenechi Udeze
Shaun Cody
Mike Patterson
Omar Nazel
Matt Groodegoed
Lofa Tatupu
Will Poole
Darnell Bing

2007
Sedrick Ellis
Lawrence Jackson
Kyle Moore
Everson Griffen
Rey Maualuga
Keith Rivers
Brian Cushing
Kevin Ellison
Taylor Mays
Josh Pinkard
Terrell Thomas

USC Sports Talk Presents

The Third Coming

L.A. home to LA natives Part II

So the pattern continues. Tourney Tim adds another Louisiana native to his roster. However this player isn't just your average Louisiana native. Floyd secured a verbal commitment from Percy "Romeo" Miller, son of Percy Miller aka Master P. Master P is a platinum recording artist, actor, thriving businessman and a local icon in the City of New Orleans.



USC is starting to look very comfortable to 2008's top prospect, Greg Monroe, who is also from the state of Louisiana.

Here's a short bio on Master P for all the uneducated cunt muscles in Westwood who will undoubtedly hate on Romeo's commitment.

Tourney Tim Strikes Gold Platinum

Last Friday Tim Floyd landed verbal commitments from three of the nations best juniors; Demar Derozan, Angelo Johnson, and platinum recording artist/point guard Percy "Romeo" Miller. Demar Derozan and Angelo Johnson are both ranked amongst the nation's top 100 juniors according to Rivals.com, ranking 55 and 79 respectively. Derozan, a future lottery pick, is an amazing athlete with tremendous talent. Derozan and Romeo spent last summer together playing for the same AAU basketball team, the P. Miller Ballers, coached by Romeo's father, Percy "Master P" Miller.



Romeo, primarily known for his music, Nickelodeon television show, and movies, states that basketball is his first love and that basketball is in his blood. With the drive and determination that has landed him success in the entertainment industry, I believe Romeo has the potential to be a great point guard.

Floyd now has verbal commitments from 3 point guards in the 2008 class. Where does this leave Brandon Jennings? Jennings decided earlier this month that he was going to consider his options and take official visits to UConn and Arizona. Do these recent commitments hurt Floyd's chances of retaining Jennings' commitment? Not necessarily. Jennings actually played alongside Derozan and Romeo for the P. Miller Ballers before switching to the SoCal All-Stars. We will keep you updated on Jennings' commitment.