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What’s scary is how close your quote is to the AI version…and both will be pretty dang close to TB’s. Our coach is a robot.
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Chat GPT forgot to use Coach Bennett’s proper title.
Dean and Markel Families Men’s Head Basketball Coach Tony Bennett.
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I feel like I outperformed TonyGPT: Virginia Men's Basketball | UVA Men’s Basketball Signs Cofie and Sharma to NLIs
“We are excited to add Jacob and Ishan to our basketball program,” Bennett said. “They are talented, competitive and high character individuals. Jacob and Ishan have outstanding families and value a degree from the University of Virginia.”
“Jacob is a strong athlete with positional size,” Bennett said. “His ball handling and passing skills along with his ability to post up and face the basket make him a multidimensional offensive threat.”
“Ishan is a complete guard with good size and feel for the game,” Bennett said. “His shooting ability and passing stood out to our staff.”
I’m so mad I missed out on “complete.” Bennett’s favorite word. Also, I feel like TB was more loquacious than I expected? The press releases don’t always have comments from him on the players’ specific qualities.
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Somebody from UVA is supposed to be here this weekend. 2025 guard KJ Cochran for Perkiomen.
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I been to Myrtle once. And that place do be chaffin
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That reminds me, in my TonyGPT experiments yesterday, I asked it to reference the Five Pillars and it kinda went over the top:
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Virginia Men’s Basketball Welcomes Jacob Cofie and Ishan Sharma, Embracing the Five Pillars
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA - [Date]
The University of Virginia men’s basketball program proudly announces the signing of two exceptional talents, Jacob Cofie and Ishan Sharma, who have committed to embody Coach Tony Bennett’s Five Pillars as Cavaliers starting next season.
Jacob Cofie, a 6’9" forward hailing from Washington, epitomizes the pillar of humility with his versatile skill set. Known for offensive finesse and solid shot-blocking, Cofie’s dedication to excellence aligns seamlessly with the Cavaliers’ commitment to hard work and high character.
Ishan Sharma, a 6’5" guard from Canada, brings his deep shooting range, emphasizing the pillar of passion to the Cavalier backcourt. Sharma’s ability to stretch the floor and competitive spirit make him an exciting addition, reflecting Virginia’s commitment to unity, servanthood, thankfulness, and humility.
Coach Tony Bennett expressed his enthusiasm, stating, “We are thrilled to welcome Jacob and Ishan to our basketball family. Their skill, work ethic, and commitment to the game align with our Five Pillars. We look forward to their contributions on and off the court as they embark on their collegiate journey with the Cavaliers.”
These signings reinforce Virginia’s dedication to recruiting players who not only excel athletically but also embody the core values of family, character, and the Five Pillars. The Cavaliers eagerly anticipate the impact Jacob Cofie and Ishan Sharma will make in the upcoming season.
Nate Oates is really there to steal Ishan Sharma from us.
More seriously I do wonder if Fort Erie themselves are playing more games against the solid US competition that is in town. I know they played this same Winston Salem team yesterday and Ishan had like 20 points or something
https://twitter.com/themapleminute/status/1723507510550659372
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That Harvard Westlake kid. 6’7 shooting wing forward
https://twitter.com/NikolasKhamenia/status/1723515191001002354
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I’m not ready for Juzang again
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lol. Maybe it woulda been different if we went hard after Trent Perry.
Gonzaga would be the main competition. UCLA also offered. Has a Kansas offer but Kansas is notorious for Assistant coaches throwing out offers on the spot and then Bill Self following up on a few of them
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Makes sense that Gonzaga is going after him, his game reminds me a bit of Dusty Stromer.
The connection with Khamenia is on the AAU side. UVA, well really Sanchez, looks at if not recruits every BTI player that’s close to high major. It’s a former independent team, now does the whatever they call the new circuit from last summer that just got a Puma deal. Drake London played for them in HS.
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The only thing worse than Harvard is Westlake.
https://twitter.com/_ChanceMallory/status/1724230362434334791
Interesting timing. Indiana and Maryland are slugging it out for Derik Queen. He’s Mallory’s AAU teammate. Not saying Indiana wouldn’t recruit Mallory anyway but sometimes it’s good to go ahead and get in with friends of recruits while it matters.
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