re: I am a realistic person. Jones has set back the program.

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LSU is still top 4 in the SEC.

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But yet still were behind other teams below us in the standings for post season consideration.

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LSU hasn't taken a step back

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From going to the tourney, to missing it completely and not even participating in any post season play? Yeah thats a step back.

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The #3 player in the nation next year is from Louisiana. Jones has a solid chance at landing him. Do some research before you start spitting your feelings on here

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Top 5 guys in the state are committed elsewhere for 2016

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I love how people bring up the placement in the SEC standings like it's something to brag on

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What is there to brag about? I'm just saying LSU is still one of the dominant SEC teams when it comes to conference play. If that continues and they win some non-conference games they'll make the tournament. Team couldn't figure out how to play with each other early on which resulted in those early losses. The later losses resulted in lack of effort. Two different reasons.

Jarrell Martin turned out pretty good for LSU considering he played in LA

Unfortunately, whether they like it or not, as soon as a college athlete puts on a uniform for his/her school and steps on to the field/court, they become part of the public domain.

They're there for our entertainment while they get an education.

As such, they will be criticized, idolized and be the subject of public opinion.

There's nothing wrong with expressing a critical opinion about a player's game, it's just how you do it.

I haven't been on this board for a couple of years, so I don't know exactly how the OP and others voiced their criticism, but "trashing" someone sounds a bit over-the-top.

So be critical, express your frustration, but don't get vicious with it (not saying you have, btw). I always think that you wouldn't like your brother or sister treated that way if they were a college athlete.

Just my thoughts.

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U need to stop being "that guy" a-hole. We as fans due to boards like this deserve a right to vent frustration. If u can't handle it I'll gladly whip ur arse instead.

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Oh yeah.

Threatening people online is a surefire way to avoid The Ban Hammer. Absolutely genius move there.

For the Jones supporters, please justify his RIGID 2 PF and you're out the rest of the half rule. Shouldn't a good coach be able to understand the situation and adjust accordingly?

Well, out of his league Johnny decided to sit Craig Victor on the bench on Saturday as the lead ballooned to 10, then to 15 and finally 22 at the half.

After it got to double digits, shouldn't a coach realize, "damn, I need to make sure this game doesn't get out of hand and need to risk my guy picking up a 3rd foul or maybe I should coach him in such a way that he won't pick up a foul"

He has always been criticized for this and his uncanny ability to take a TO about 2 possessions too late. He wants to let his players play through it, but this year has shown, players need some structure and coaching during the game.

It's representative of his inability to make appropriate decisions based on the situation. His in game decision making might be among the worst in the country.

#fireJohnnyJones

I feel your pain on that banned situation!

Thanks!

You left out Women's soccer Not too great either. I did go and see one game, they played okay .

I go to all home Men's basketball games, when I'm not travelling out of the country. I go to away games as well.

Was at the SEC tournament and was thoroughly disgusted at our performance.
Shocked and angered by CJJ's announcement that we weren't playing in the NIT, because TWO (that's right, 2) players were unable to play. Awful decision, the guys want to play (except maybe Tim) and should have the opportunity to play one or more games

JJ followed that up with a terrible press conference. LSU basketball is now nationally ridiculed.

I really like Johnny as a person, but am fed up with his coaching and I'm pissed off about the NIT. It's time for him to go.

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Thanks!

You left out Women's soccer Not too great either. I did go and see one game, they played okay .

I go to all home Men's basketball games, when I'm not travelling out of the country. I go to away games as well.

Was at the SEC tournament and was thoroughly disgusted at our performance.
Shocked and angered by CJJ's announcement that we weren't playing in the NIT, because TWO (that's right, 2) players were unable to play. Awful decision, the guys want to play (except maybe Tim) and should have the opportunity to play one or more games

JJ followed that up with a terrible press conference. LSU basketball is now nationally ridiculed.

I really like Johnny as a person, but am fed up with his coaching and I'm pissed off about the NIT. It's time for him to go.

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Glad you are back. Your no Sunshine Pumper, that's for sure. Just calling it like you see it. The rant needs you.

Sorry about leaving out Women's Soccer. I forgot. We can just add them to the list of "needs improvement".

Yes Women's Tennis was ranked 15th last year and 18th this year. The Men are not ranked.

As a whole I guess you could say Tennis needs improvement.

But congrats to our Lady Tennis Tigers none the less. Keep up the good work.