Undefeated wrote:Just caught this thread. Been extremely busy lately with clinics/training. But I really appreciate the love you guys showing. Honestly, without all the members of this board providing thought provoking arguments I wouldn't have been able to create some of the threads without you guys. I don't really agree that there are specific individuals that drives how active this board is in terms of content because every member here all provide different content that makes it a truly unique experience to be a member of.
As I've said in my the Raptors Offensive Playbook thread, I hope some of you guys will participate with me in collecting all the Raptors offensive plays this upcoming season. I know when I started off on RealGM as a sophomore in HS I had very little knowledge of the game, so I hope that what I'm doing will help some of the guys learn more about the game which is what the basketball community is all about; our love for the game and sharing knowledge. Hopefully with my thread I gave some of you guys a head start in identifying certain actions, plays or sets when you're watching games this off-season, so by the time the season comes you'll have a guideline of the details. Also, I know for sure I won't be able to collect all the plays myself and there's quite a few posters that I know have a wealth of knowledge for the game as well that I can learn from.
Although I hate to do this as it kinds of contradicts my initial statement, but aside from the members already mentioned (i.e. VVV, DH, Rhett, etc.), I wanted to give recognition to some members that I find enjoyable to read; timdunkit, JWiLL02, Anatomize, Clementine9, FluLikeSymptom, SkywalkerAC, Dalek, raptor jesus, Ari_Emanuel, Thespianoid, Reg00, Volcano, and others that I can't remember. They don't post often, but when they do they've always got some insightful thoughts that they offer. And really appreciate the work Hassassin has done providing highlights and news on Canada Basketball.
Aw jeez, I'm blushing.
On a serious note...I admit to being a bit of a "basketball douche" in real life. I do tend to think I know more about the game than the majority around me (and I'm right, damn it). However, not only do your posts echo a lot of what I'm seeing and articulate it better than I can or am willing to attempt to, I also learn quite a few things along the way.
I really hope the younger crowd doesn't see some of your posts and just immediately "tl:dr" them like so many of this semi-literate generation tend to do, because they're missing out on an education.
On that note, I'll gladly participate in the upcoming playbook thread. It was a pleasure to see Casey expand beyond the same damn baseline floppy set last season (still effective in limited use!). I look forward to seeing what we have this year...our roster is built and disciplined enough for some serious action.
As for favourite posters...pretty much what you and my boy Anatomize said. Though I still hold a special place for Dr. Mufasa (I refuse to use his new name). I've never enjoyed disagreeing with someone as much as I do him. Oddly enough...he has decent taste re: TV shows and movies over in the media lounge. I don't think his 3 category, 30 point evaluation system applies there....
Also...big thanks to Hassassin and Turbozone. Hassassin did everyone a solid with his highlights, and Turbo never ceases to entertain. I am disappointed in how few of you jerks follow him on Facebook though...he needs a bigger support group there.
time sure passes so quickly
