Banquet 2010

Post by **MikeUMA** » Wed Mar 24, 2010 2:02 pm

Thurs, April 15, 6pm, at the Campus Center
http://www.umassathletics.com/sports/m- ... 10aaa.html

Steve81 · Post by **Steve81** » Thu Apr 15, 2010 5:28 am

Looking forward to the people, food, movie clip, awards, speeches, silent auction and raffle tonight.

Swampy · Post by **Swampy** » Thu Apr 15, 2010 8:57 am

'Movie clip'? 'Movie clip'? Steve, it's 2010!!

Oh, and you forgot to mention that you were 'looking forward' to buying our table and the Blues Brothers a round of drinks.

senior citizen · Post by **senior citizen** » Thu Apr 15, 2010 9:03 am

I just called over to the Athletic Dept. and walk-ups are fine for the dinner. You don't need advance reservations to attend.

krkess · Post by **krkess** » Thu Apr 15, 2010 1:49 pm

Swampy wrote:'Movie clip'? 'Movie clip'? Steve, it's 2010!!

Oh, and you forgot to mention that you were 'looking forward' to buying our table and the Blues Brothers a round of drinks.

I was kinda hoping you would buy us drinks this year. my brother may even let you spend some time alone with one of his sheep.

Wheeler · Post by **Wheeler** » Thu Apr 15, 2010 1:54 pm

I was all set to make the drive up but after hearing you and your, is he really your brother, are coming, I don't know whether it's worth it .

throwdown · Post by **throwdown** » Fri Apr 16, 2010 8:12 am

Did anyone here go?

Post by **MikeUMA** » Fri Apr 16, 2010 8:16 am

Team awards:
George "Trigger" Burke MVP Award: Ricky Harris
Chris Lowe Most Assists Award: Gary Correia
Julius Erving Scoring Award: Freddie Riley
Lou Roe Inspirational Award: Matt Hill
Jim McCoy Most Improved Award: Sampson Carter
Harper Williams Mr. Hustle Award: Terrell Vinson
John Calipari Academic Award: Javorn Farrell
Tyrone Weeks Sixth Man Award: Anthony Gurley
Stephane Lasme Defensive Award: Sean Carter
Marcus Camby Most Productive Award: Ricky Harris
Jack Leaman Coaches Award: Lex Mongo
Jack Leaman Coaches Award: Trey Lang
Jack Leaman Coaches Award: Raphiael Putney
Jack Leaman Coaches Award: David Gibbs
Jack Leaman Coaches Award: Hashim Bailey

http://www.umassathletics.com/sports/m- ... 10aaa.html

OK, I haven't been critical of these team awards in the past, but I'll start today. Does everybody have to get an award? What is this, kindergarten? Does everybody need one or their feelings will get hurt?

Putney was a redshirt this season. What is he getting an award for? I know he was part of the team in practice and is working on bulking up, but the point remains.

Lex Mongo? Walk-ons are a nice story, but an award?

Trey Lang? Played a total of 45 minutes this season.

Gary Correia with the most assists award? No, that'd be Ricky. But apparently we can't double-up on awards. GC came in 2nd in assists on the season, with a whopping 2.16 per game. Although, in fairness, he did have the best A:TO ratio, so props are deserved there.

David Gibbs?? He's leaving the program. 'Nuff said.

I'm not bashing the players here so much as bashing the awards process. I just don't see why everybody has to get one. Why not use it as a real-world opportunity for motivation? Hey, player, you didn't win one this season. Give us some more effort and let's see how you do next season.

That's life, baby. Not everybody gets an award.

AlPatino · Post by **AlPatino** » Fri Apr 16, 2010 8:35 am

^ Agree. How can you not give an award specifically designated as the "most assists" award to the player who actually had the most assists? But Raphiael did hit that sweet 3 in pre season.

78 · Post by 78 » Fri Apr 16, 2010 9:30 am

I agree 100 percent with Mike. Political correctness continues to run amuck in this country. Keep the awards to a minimum and give them to those truly deserving.

Plano Minuteman · Post by **Plano Minuteman** » Fri Apr 16, 2010 9:30 am

Definitely think that Putney deserves an award. It's a pretty big sacrifice to sit out all year, especially when he could've really helped this team.

AlPatino · Post by **AlPatino** » Fri Apr 16, 2010 10:09 am

^
He deserves credit for handling the obvious disappointment of not playing well, however if he could have truly helped this team he would have been playing. The reason he didn't play is he wasn't big or strong enough yet to compete in this league, that was clearly communicated by Derek. I hope Putney will help us down the road and will be successful as a player and a student. But how do you give "player" awards to team members who haven't played?

Swampy · Post by **Swampy** » Fri Apr 16, 2010 10:17 am

Hey Mike, thanks for the awards recap. Let's me know that you read the UMass Athletics web site.

Great critique from people who couldn't find the time to support the team and Our State U by actually attending the banquet.

Reminds me of people who critique games and slam players during the season after reading the box score.

I know, times have changed. Now everyone has family obligations; it's a long drive; it was a tough day at the office; can't afford the gas or time with other more pressing obligations. All the things that were not there when UMass was a top 10 team and they had to have the banquet in the Mullins because it was the only place big enough to hold the masses that felt the need to attend.

I have a suggestion, if people have a problem with the awards ceremony then at least have the balls to show up in person and speak with those in charge who DONATE their time and money to make it an enjoyable evening for those who choose to attend.

78 · Post by 78 » Fri Apr 16, 2010 10:23 am

Swampy wrote:Great critique from people who couldn't find the time to support the team and Our State U by actually attending the banquet.

Reminds me of people who critique games and slam players during the season after reading the box score.

I have a suggestion, if you have a problem with the awards ceremony then at least have the balls to show up in person and speak with those in charge who DONATE their time and money to make it an enjoyable evening.

Message board = place where people post their opinions. Just saying. I like the old days where awards meant something and not everyone got one just for showing up. Thank God they gave David Gibbs an award that he can take with him to his new school.

Swampy · Post by **Swampy** » Fri Apr 16, 2010 10:27 am

You have your opinion and I have mine. Just because Gibbs is transferring does not mean he didn't deserve an award for his performance LAST season.

I have a problem with giving out FIVE Leaman awards but that doesn't mean players who work their asses off don't deserve some recognition.