U of L denies Goodman story

by Mike Rutherford on Apr 17, 2008 8:48 AM EDT in News

That's right, we can't have anyone freak out out there, OK! We've gotta keep our composure! We've come too far! There's too much to lose! We've just gotta keep our composure!

U of L spokesman Kenny Klein is delaying Earl Clark parties (both of the pantsless and fully-clothed variety) throughout the Derby City, calling Jeff Goodman's report that the junior forward was returning to Louisville for another season "all speculation."

U of L spokesman Kenny Klein, reached last night, called the report "all speculation." He said he had spoken with members of the coaching staff yesterday and none indicated a change in Clark's status.

Klein said that Clark and fellow sophomore Derrick Caracter -- who also declared for the draft -- haven't been participating in individual workouts but are still in school.

"I think a lot of this talk stems from people seeing them in class," Klein said. "I can't relate that to them coming back right now."

He noted that when Francisco Garcia declared for the draft after his junior season, he finished the academic semester.

"As far as there being anything to report about either one of those guys truly coming back, there's nothing there right now," Klein said.

There have been enough credible people saying the same thing for me to believe that this is simply a case of U of L wanting to package the news in a fashion of their choosing. Also, a decision still needs to be reached as far as Derrick Caracter's future is concerned, and I'm sure Pitino - who is still on vacation - would like to have something to say about that when he's interviewed for the Clark story.

BUT, if something should happen and Clark does not end up coming back to U of L, Jeff Goodman: brace yourself for the pain, my man...like, multiple emails featuring the words "not cool" pain.

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It's a sad thing to see a 50 -something freak out

so let's not

by frankpos on Apr 17, 2008 9:13 AM EDT 0 recs

I'll say this...

One of my best friends works for a company that does alot of the equipment work for the football and basketball teams. He was in the basketball office recently on business. He said the office was pretty mum on the whole situation, however he talked to one person in the basketball office that is "in the know" regarding the whole thing. He said this person wouldn't say anything definite but at the same time they said that, the person gave a wink, wink to my buddy.

So either he was getting fresh with my buddy or the guys are coming back and U of L is waiting for the right time to make the announcement so no one's commenting right now.

Go Cards!

by JMC on Apr 17, 2008 9:57 AM EDT 0 recs

My hopes are too high

If I'm let down now, Goodman's ass is grass.

by Red C on Apr 17, 2008 9:58 AM EDT 0 recs

I wouldn't mind seeing a 1st draft of..

a "not cool" Jeff Goodman email...that could be interesting.

by jerb2 on Apr 17, 2008 10:14 AM EDT 0 recs

Dear Mr Goodman:

You, sir, are the epitome of a douche bag. I do not know where from you received your journalistic education, but I dare say that that institution should hang its head low this day. You are an affront to the credibility of the sports writing profession, and I hereby declare you "not cool."

Good Day,

sarasotacard

by sarasotacard on Apr 17, 2008 2:14 PM EDT up 0 recs

I said Good Day, Sir!

by statprof on Apr 17, 2008 3:03 PM EDT up 0 recs

I think Jeff Goodman is right

He is the one who broke the news on Earl declaring for the draft so he has an inside source and I believe that to be reliable.

That doesn't mean that I am still not praying that this comes true.

by D Rock on Apr 17, 2008 1:42 PM EDT 0 recs

Can someone get to

Twill's MySpace?

I have been told thier is some E5 info on his page.

by Blocky on Apr 17, 2008 2:35 PM EDT 0 recs

From T-Will:

Date: Apr 17, 2008 10:43 AM
Subject: EARL CLARK
Body:
IF YOU HAVEN'T HEARD IS COMING BACK TO THE VILLE. WE BACK ON THE MAP NOW SHAWTY.

- T-WILL

by Mike Rutherford on Apr 17, 2008 2:47 PM EDT up 0 recs

mike,

Is this pantless dance time yet? Shawty.

by Blocky on Apr 17, 2008 3:09 PM EDT up 0 recs

Only RickyP gets my pants off

by frankpos on Apr 17, 2008 5:25 PM EDT up 0 recs

TMI

TMI? Too Much Information. It's just easier to say "TMI." I used to say "don't go there," but that's lame.

by Mike Rutherford on Apr 17, 2008 5:27 PM EDT up 0 recs

Ha!

I thought that would provoke some response ;-)

by frankpos on Apr 17, 2008 6:30 PM EDT up 0 recs

Hey Frank, a little help, please

Does the phrase, "We back on the map now, Shawty?", have anything to do with Dan Rather and "What is the frequency, Kenneth?"

The phrase ("We back on the map now, Shawty") is ethereal, ephemeral, diaphanous, and blows me back into last Tuesday.

When Premier Krushchev,(frustrated because of the language barrier) removed his clod like Ukrainian shoes (no Sketchers here) and proceeded to beat them upon his desk, in a drum solo Keith Moon might envy, British Prime Minister, never flummuxed, turned to United Nations President Ralph Bunche, and cooly demanded, "I'd like a translation, please."

Frank, just tell me that "We back on the map now, Shawty," is a good thing, and I'll be happy.

by Roz on Apr 17, 2008 6:12 PM EDT up 0 recs