As I reported in another thread JL was at Methodist for a ribbon cutting dedicating our new non-smoking fitness area. Watch for a report on Week and Wmbd tonite.
I started another thread because I got a small scoop and didn't want it to get lost in the other thread by those that allready viewed it.
JL and Merf both in attendance and talking with Methodist CEO Micheal Bryant who was decked out in a BU shirt and a SWEEEEET 16 hat (just like mine 8) ) purchased in Oakland.
I slid in very close to the three and eves dropped on the initial conversation. JL eventuall recognized me from the nite before as I had spoke with him a Double A's. He stepped over to me and said hi and commented it was the first time at AA's and he liked their pizza. (thats NOT the "scoop" :lol: )
The 3 joked about Matt Roth and JL said he was hoping he could use Micheal to help lure MR to BU. THey all got a huge laugh out of it knowing he (Bryant) is "Mr. IU". I will add Mr. Bryant has become a huge BU fan and a great supporter for all things Bradley....its a sincere attachment to BU allthough I'm sure his main allegiance lies with IU.
He commented that the LOI from Roth to BU or IU would be a win win for him...also said with a laugh from all 3 guys.
As JL and Bryant spoke I slid in and introduced myself to Coach Merfeld. Initial impression is that he is a very nice guy. Was content to be in the background at this event and had to be lured or coaxed to share the spotlight with JL throughout the festivities.
After some small talk of which he seemed genuinely interested in about who I was ( nobody :lol: ) he told me his wife would actually be working at Methodist as a nurse (great...another source :lol: )
I then asked him about Austin. He hesitated (my heart skipped)...I quickly said..."he's coming correct?" He said "oh yes, we expect him Saturday."
He told me they are concerned that he has missed all the time with the players and strength coach Wright. He stated that the paper work was tough to get all set up to get him here.
He also said something to the effect of that Austin was going to have to learn to fit in with us (BU). He said all of this with a bit of concern on his face. Kind of like a Doctor who wants to give you good news but doesn't want to have you thinking your totally out of the woods yet.
I got the impression Jims going to have his hands full with him. Again this was just MY impression.
Hopefully he'll get here and adapt quickly. Get him to the Itoo supper and he'll see how warmly the BU family will greet him.
Later Merf sought me out and just extended his hand and said thanks for the warm welcome. I told him BU fans were initially surprised he was coming here but very glad he was. I said everyone thinks he'll be a wonderful addition to BU. He said he was VERY glad to be on board.
I asked him about the percieved rift between JL and him at one time. He laughed and basically said it was NEVER an issue.
The 3 then did a shoot around all towards the BU basket. JL commented he hoped the BU basket got the most "work"...the crowd went wild :wink:
All 3 were cold with JL asking..."are there lights out here". Eventually all 3 heated up and they knocked down all the "required" shots.
Sorry for the long report.
Dru...
I started another thread because I got a small scoop and didn't want it to get lost in the other thread by those that allready viewed it.
JL and Merf both in attendance and talking with Methodist CEO Micheal Bryant who was decked out in a BU shirt and a SWEEEEET 16 hat (just like mine 8) ) purchased in Oakland.
I slid in very close to the three and eves dropped on the initial conversation. JL eventuall recognized me from the nite before as I had spoke with him a Double A's. He stepped over to me and said hi and commented it was the first time at AA's and he liked their pizza. (thats NOT the "scoop" :lol: )
The 3 joked about Matt Roth and JL said he was hoping he could use Micheal to help lure MR to BU. THey all got a huge laugh out of it knowing he (Bryant) is "Mr. IU". I will add Mr. Bryant has become a huge BU fan and a great supporter for all things Bradley....its a sincere attachment to BU allthough I'm sure his main allegiance lies with IU.
He commented that the LOI from Roth to BU or IU would be a win win for him...also said with a laugh from all 3 guys.
As JL and Bryant spoke I slid in and introduced myself to Coach Merfeld. Initial impression is that he is a very nice guy. Was content to be in the background at this event and had to be lured or coaxed to share the spotlight with JL throughout the festivities.
After some small talk of which he seemed genuinely interested in about who I was ( nobody :lol: ) he told me his wife would actually be working at Methodist as a nurse (great...another source :lol: )
I then asked him about Austin. He hesitated (my heart skipped)...I quickly said..."he's coming correct?" He said "oh yes, we expect him Saturday."
He told me they are concerned that he has missed all the time with the players and strength coach Wright. He stated that the paper work was tough to get all set up to get him here.
He also said something to the effect of that Austin was going to have to learn to fit in with us (BU). He said all of this with a bit of concern on his face. Kind of like a Doctor who wants to give you good news but doesn't want to have you thinking your totally out of the woods yet.
I got the impression Jims going to have his hands full with him. Again this was just MY impression.
Hopefully he'll get here and adapt quickly. Get him to the Itoo supper and he'll see how warmly the BU family will greet him.
Later Merf sought me out and just extended his hand and said thanks for the warm welcome. I told him BU fans were initially surprised he was coming here but very glad he was. I said everyone thinks he'll be a wonderful addition to BU. He said he was VERY glad to be on board.
I asked him about the percieved rift between JL and him at one time. He laughed and basically said it was NEVER an issue.
The 3 then did a shoot around all towards the BU basket. JL commented he hoped the BU basket got the most "work"...the crowd went wild :wink:
All 3 were cold with JL asking..."are there lights out here". Eventually all 3 heated up and they knocked down all the "required" shots.
Sorry for the long report.
Dru...
