Rysheed Jordan Media Availabilty

Perhaps it has to do with almost every article written about him including talk about his family responsibilities, tragedies and terminally ill family members. These are private matters that should remain private but he probably gets asked about them constantly.
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My thoughts exactly Paul. Can't blame the kid or Lavin for looking out for him.
 
Perhaps it has to do with almost every article written about him including talk about his family responsibilities, tragedies and terminally ill family members. These are private matters that should remain private but he probably gets asked about them constantly.
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Thank you so much for stating this fact. This young man is a 19 year old college basketball player who has had a lot of adversity in his life. Maybe all he wants right now is to let his playing speak for him. I may see things a little different than some others, but all I expect from him is to practice and play his hardest on the court.
Why is it necessary for some on here to speculate as to why he is not talking to the media. None of us know the answer, so why not leave it alone.
This young man has dealt with a lot of adversity in his life. The fact that he has made it to this point is an accomplishment. Wishing him and the whole team a successful season.
 
In my experience with the press and in managing people, I learned that preparedness to face the media has very ittle to do with age. In fact, the more educatted and experienced individuals quickly learn that dealing with the press is far more precarous an activity than they thought it would be. That's parrtly why most enterpries insist that media calls be channeled through a central communications point.
I think holding back an underclassman from the press is very wise, especially if
the individual has personal issues of any type.
 
Hey, here's a novel idea; let's let Lavin coach his team. Obviously there is a little smoke here; Lavin doesn't owe any i=of us an explanation other than what he siad. Me, I think he is trying to prevent another Sampson in which the kid put his own personal goals ahead of the team.
 
There are young trial attorneys in our office under my supervision that (if I had the authority) I wouldn't allow to speak to the media. Coach Lavin has numerous valid reasons at his disposal to deny access to our student athletes, the fact that he gives us the most nonsensical demonstrates his own personal media savvy. This doesn't strike me as a substantive story, just a sound policy that is not original to our team and/or coach.
 
There are young trial attorneys in our office under my supervision that (if I had the authority) I wouldn't allow to speak to the media. Coach Lavin has numerous valid reasons at his disposal to deny access to our student athletes, the fact that he gives us the most nonsensical demonstrates his own personal media savvy. This doesn't strike me as a substantive story, just a sound policy that is not original to our team and/or coach.
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I think all D1 athletes, especially those the media pays attention to, should take at least 3 credits in public speaking or additional coursework designed for this purpose, before being allowed to speak to media. This has nothing to do with the issue with Jordan, but classroom training would help these kids (any college student actually) in improving his speech, thinking on his feet, and improving his overall presence. Especially for the kids who aren't naturals at this, it would help tremendously.
 
There are young trial attorneys in our office under my supervision that (if I had the authority) I wouldn't allow to speak to the media. Coach Lavin has numerous valid reasons at his disposal to deny access to our student athletes, the fact that he gives us the most nonsensical demonstrates his own personal media savvy. This doesn't strike me as a substantive story, just a sound policy that is not original to our team and/or coach.
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I think all D1 athletes, especially those the media pays attention to, should take at least 3 credits in public speaking or additional coursework designed for this purpose, before being allowed to speak to media. This has nothing to do with the issue with Jordan, but classroom training would help these kids (any college student actually) in improving his speech, thinking on his feet, and improving his overall presence. Especially for the kids who aren't naturals at this, it would help tremendously.
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Well said. I couldn't agree more.
 
There are young trial attorneys in our office under my supervision that (if I had the authority) I wouldn't allow to speak to the media. Coach Lavin has numerous valid reasons at his disposal to deny access to our student athletes, the fact that he gives us the most nonsensical demonstrates his own personal media savvy. This doesn't strike me as a substantive story, just a sound policy that is not original to our team and/or coach.
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I think all D1 athletes, especially those the media pays attention to, should take at least 3 credits in public speaking or additional coursework designed for this purpose, before being allowed to speak to media. This has nothing to do with the issue with Jordan, but classroom training would help these kids (any college student actually) in improving his speech, thinking on his feet, and improving his overall presence. Especially for the kids who aren't naturals at this, it would help tremendously.
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All students period should take a Speech class. As you stated it would help them learn to think on their feet. Additionally, it would help to prepare them for job interviews where presentation is extremely important.
 
Public speaking is a required course in St. John's current curriculum and most students take it freshman year so I wouldn't doubt he took it already.
 
Public speaking is a required course in St. John's current curriculum and most students take it freshman year so I wouldn't doubt he took it already.
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A public speaking class, from my experience, wouldn't do much to help a kid speak the media. If he has to stand up there and regurgitate a 5 minute speech then he should be all set.
 
Exactly, Conor. I was going to say that media training is quite different than a public speaking class. Public speaking classes train you to read a script. Media training trains you to interact and respond to questions and comments from a third party, in this case the media. Two vastly different skillsets.
 
Exactly, Conor. I was going to say that media training is quite different than a public speaking class. Public speaking classes train you to read a script. Media training trains you to interact and respond to questions and comments from a third party, in this case the media. Two vastly different skillsets.
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I do agree with both of you that it won't really help with speaking to the media. I was just answering the post above mine about a speech class. I'm sure the students and coaches have some sort of practice when it comes to speaking to the media. Kinda like the NFL Rookie Symposium where they are given a lecture from players about speaking to the media and the do's and don'ts.
 
There are young trial attorneys in our office under my supervision that (if I had the authority) I wouldn't allow to speak to the media. Coach Lavin has numerous valid reasons at his disposal to deny access to our student athletes, the fact that he gives us the most nonsensical demonstrates his own personal media savvy. This doesn't strike me as a substantive story, just a sound policy that is not original to our team and/or coach.
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I think all D1 athletes, especially those the media pays attention to, should take at least 3 credits in public speaking or additional coursework designed for this purpose, before being allowed to speak to media. This has nothing to do with the issue with Jordan, but classroom training would help these kids (any college student actually) in improving his speech, thinking on his feet, and improving his overall presence. Especially for the kids who aren't naturals at this, it would help tremendously.
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All students period should take a Speech class. As you stated it would help them learn to think on their feet. Additionally, it would help to prepare them for job interviews where presentation is extremely important.
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My daughter was recently complaining about her public speaking class...I told it was probably the most important class she is takng
 
There are young trial attorneys in our office under my supervision that (if I had the authority) I wouldn't allow to speak to the media. Coach Lavin has numerous valid reasons at his disposal to deny access to our student athletes, the fact that he gives us the most nonsensical demonstrates his own personal media savvy. This doesn't strike me as a substantive story, just a sound policy that is not original to our team and/or coach.
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I think all D1 athletes, especially those the media pays attention to, should take at least 3 credits in public speaking or additional coursework designed for this purpose, before being allowed to speak to media. This has nothing to do with the issue with Jordan, but classroom training would help these kids (any college student actually) in improving his speech, thinking on his feet, and improving his overall presence. Especially for the kids who aren't naturals at this, it would help tremendously.
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All students period should take a Speech class. As you stated it would help them learn to think on their feet. Additionally, it would help to prepare them for job interviews where presentation is extremely important.
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My daughter was recently complaining about her public speaking class...I told it was probably the most important class she is takng
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The point is, as you are aware, that great communicators rule the world. Being able to influence people begins with being able to communicate effectively. Whether one on one or in front of a group, communication skills are important. Whatever the curriculum, college athletes who are going to be in front of a mic should have some sort of training to prepare them.
 
Personally I don't think the kids should even be giving interviews. Any of them

But public speaking is important in life. I can't memorize anything and I don't like reading off a script. I don't even try to when I do meetings. I just know the general direction I want to go and wing it and I actually prefer the q&a after

But if I had to do a memorized speech I'd be completely screwed.
 
Make no mistake about it. The seniors will be better. The addition of the big men will help the defense and rebounding. But if this team wants to have a big year and go to the big dance it is going to have to do it on the shoulders of Rysheed Jordan. He has the most talent and upside to take over a game and of course he won't be here next year.
 
Make no mistake about it. The seniors will be better. The addition of the big men will help the defense and rebounding. But if this team wants to have a big year and go to the big dance it is going to have to do it on the shoulders of Rysheed Jordan. He has the most talent and upside to take over a game and of course he won't be here next year.
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I hope he's not here next year. that would mean he had a monster year worthy of a 1st round draft choice. The NCAA regionals in Denver were fun, and I'd like to make the trip again this season, and a monster year by Jordan will help get us back there.
 
He may not be cleared to talk to the media, but he has a TON to say on Twitter. Anyone who follows his account knows he is 100% leaving after this year.

I would hate to see Rysheed press too hard just to be "the man" this year. All other players seem to be talking "team". I think Rysheed is a good guy, but there is a maturity factor that could bite us.
 
He may not be cleared to talk to the media, but he has a TON to say on Twitter. Anyone who follows his account knows he is 100% leaving after this year.

I would hate to see Rysheed press too hard just to be "the man" this year. All other players seem to be talking "team". I think Rysheed is a good guy, but there is a maturity factor that could bite us.
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Really? You think it's a 100% chance he's leaving because of some cocky tweets?
 
He may not be cleared to talk to the media, but he has a TON to say on Twitter. Anyone who follows his account knows he is 100% leaving after this year.

I would hate to see Rysheed press too hard just to be "the man" this year. All other players seem to be talking "team". I think Rysheed is a good guy, but there is a maturity factor that could bite us.
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Really? You think it's a 100% chance he's leaving because of some cocky tweets?
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I think if the staff lands everyone they are gunning for, Jordan would receive a subtle push out the door whether he's ready or not.
 
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