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Disclaimer: I can't stand the guy.

Terry Nelson has publicly said all of this in the last nine months:

* Advocates against Brannen for the job and wants one of his buddies, van Exel or Martin.

* Throws Jarron under the bus about his work ethic in Chad's podcast. John Brannen and I would like to know why you never said this when Mick was here? Thanks for this messy clean-up in aisle 34.

* Says Trevor Moore should transfer to NKU. What did he mean by that, and who used to coach there?

The first guy who needs to go is Terry. He's a problem and a distraction to the program. Pretty sure everyone associated with the program agrees with me. He's one of the most unprofessional people I have ever met. How many jobs has be been let go from? Every one.

I saw him get thrown out of an AAU game this spring when he threw a hissy fit which made his own team forfeit! This meant he could not stay to watch his daughter play her game. When I talked to the ref if he knew who he was, he replied "No, some loser who hates life and knows nothing about basketball." Smart ref.

Is it Wednesday yet?

I was ready to come in here guns blazing but I think I'm on Romell's side on this one. Terry says some pretty cringeworthy stuff at times and is a little subpar with the X's and O's for a color guy IMO. That being said, this thread wouldn't exist if the team wasn't so dysfunctional.

Just my opinion, but you seem to have an axe to grind, not sure what it is. Maybe a personal beef. I have never had issues with T-Nel, yea he could work on some PR stuff as he is a little loose with the things he says. But it is usually insightful information. Rather have him than some stiff with nothing but spin. He says whats on his mind.

(12-16-2019 10:28 AM)jarr Wrote:  Just my opinion, but you seem to have an axe to grind, not sure what it is. Maybe a personal beef. I have never had issues with T-Nel, yea he could work on some PR stuff as he is a little loose with the things he says. But it is usually insightful information. Rather have him than some stiff with nothing but spin. He says whats on his mind.

Second post this year trying to generate outrage about Nelson. I've got no dog in the fight, but pretty obvious dude has an axe to grind.

I have no issue with Nelson and think he does a great job. Yes, he has some odd ball comments here and there, but to your points above:

1) I don't remember him advocating against Brannen. I just remember him advocating for Van Exel/Martin which I understand since he has personal relationships with those guys.
-In fact, I thought Van Exel was intriguing, but happy I'm not the guy having to make the decisions and Brannen was probably the less risky higher and I'm happy with him so far aside from late game meltdowns.

2) I think it is well know Jarron has never been a workout guy since he came here. He has a killer/I dont give a F*** personality at the same time (It is what it is). I love Cumberland. Hope he gets it back together before year.

3) Trevor Moore comment is the one I wouldn't understand, but idc where he transfers to and don't care what Terry's opinion is of where he should transfer to.

(12-16-2019 10:28 AM)jarr Wrote:  Just my opinion, but you seem to have an axe to grind, not sure what it is. Maybe a personal beef. I have never had issues with T-Nel, yea he could work on some PR stuff as he is a little loose with the things he says. But it is usually insightful information. Rather have him than some stiff with nothing but spin. He says whats on his mind.

I agree. I really like Terry calling the games. I think he's very strong on Xs and Os, good enthusiasm and I appreciate the candor. He's a good matchup with Tommy G. who I also like but who strives to be as inoffensive and uncontroversial as possible.

He's following the lead of Bill Walton and Dan Dakich. Say envelope pushing statements just to get attention. It's the broadcasting equivalent of clickbait online.

Some people like that style. Some don't.

However, I think a lot of guys are patterning themselves in that direction as they think that is the up and coming style to be.

(12-16-2019 11:41 AM)Def Berkkat Wrote:  He's following the lead of Bill Walton and Dan Dakich. Say envelope pushing statements just to get attention. It's the broadcasting equivalent of clickbait online.

Some people like that style. Some don't.

However, I think a lot of guys are patterning themselves in that direction as they think that is the up and coming style to be.

Those two are the worst in the game IMO.

Bill Walton- We get it you dropped acid in your life. Not that crazy pal.

Dan Dakich- Ohio State/Big Ten HOMER of HOMERS

I really like Nelson calling the games - I think he's great. If he has a fault, it's that he loves the Bearcats maybe too much to the point where he can't be objective at times.

i don't mind him. he loves UC and so do i. okay in my book. better than jeff "welcome to rupp arena" piecoro.

he wanted NVE after mick left. all former players did. i only recall corie blount trashing brannen on twitter and making up stories about him, not nelson.

I went to school at the same time as T Nel and had many classes with him. Great guy. Funny as hell, loyal, hard worker. I’d never say a bad word about him.

I have also met Terry a couple of times. I find him more likeable than I do Romell Shorter.

People must forget what the role of the local coverage color man is.

I want a fan of the program and a former player doing color. I’d prefer his energy over the sterile stuff lots of coverage gets. Reason I have always enjoyed listening to Jim Kelly with Dan Hoard. Different style but he is into the team as much as I am and I appreciate that.

Terry gets thrown in jail like the guy he ultimately ended up replacing at the broadcast table then I’ll pay attention to complaints.

(12-17-2019 10:33 AM)rath v2.0 Wrote:  People must forget what the role of the local coverage color man is.

I want a fan of the program and a former player doing color. I’d prefer his energy over the sterile stuff lots of coverage gets. Reason I have always enjoyed listening to Jim Kelly with Dan Hoard. Different style but he is into the team as much as I am and I appreciate that.

Terry gets thrown in jail like the guy he ultimately ended up replacing at the broadcast table then I’ll pay attention to complaints.

Jim Kelly Jr. is great. His fandom just rings through in his broadcasts. Been lucky enough to speak with him a few times. It comes off there as well.

Terry clearly loves the program. I think he's still growing into the role but I like him well enough.