Tennessee football is no where near the level that it is in other southern states. Probably better than Kentucky. Basketball is ok. This state does produce more basketball talent than it does in other sports. I would classify this as a basketball state though. However its not up there with NC, GA or FL.
The kid can flat out play. Doesn't matter what level he's playing at. I've seen him play with people at the college level, big 9 teams, some "has beens" and he can play with any of them. I think if he was playing AAA he would be getting MORE hype.
was there a single person that is associated with that team that is associated with this current team? who was the coach in 98? was it mcphearson? why do you blame the current players/fans/coaches for things that people did 9 years ago?
you bring up a good point about UHs court. Those extra 10 feet and woodacres ball handling make it difficult to press the whole game. Wartburg better play their whole squad if they want to keep this close. I look for UH to win, but will have to play best game to date. No gimmees this time of year.