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Post by cbrown1709 on Dec 31, 2006 2:25:08 GMT -5
I think Chase just really wanted to play for Olsen and Arizona.
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Post by star035 on Dec 31, 2006 17:20:00 GMT -5
Does anyone know why he thought that he had to choose between basketball and volleyball? I think I read somewhere that he preferred basketball over volleyball (of course, if it were based solely on earning potential, basketball was the clear choice). It could very well have been just a personal choice. I'm sure this was discussed in length somewhere on this board. He excels in both sports that I think if he had chosen to play, let's say at UCLA, he could have gotten an NCAA championship in both basketball AND volleyball. Not only is this an attainable goal, but, there is the possibility of multiple rings. I'm only stating UCLA as an example because right now the UCLA basketball program is back in the limelight, being ranked #1 and the runner-up in last year's championship game. The men's volleyball program will always be a contender for the title and, of course, they're the defending national champions. I just think Chase Budinger could have really set some new NCAA records. It would have also been great for men's volleyball. I could be wrong as the school I play for is Division III, but at least where I'm at, you can't play both basketball and volleyball, as the seasons overlap. Regardless of how good he is physically, it'd be hard for a volleyball team to play without a guy for a few months, then when it's getting to crunch time have a new player who hasn't played for a few months get into the mix and start gelling with new teammates. Would love to see him play volleyball, but can't blame the guy for focusingly primarily on the sport that could make sure he's set for life by his early to mid 20's. But it seemed to work OK for Julius Peppers (football, basketball) at NC a few years ago. That SI article was a good read, for those that are interested.
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Post by Will Rogers Beach on Dec 31, 2006 22:18:07 GMT -5
I could be wrong as the school I play for is Division III, but at least where I'm at, you can't play both basketball and volleyball, as the seasons overlap. Regardless of how good he is physically, it'd be hard for a volleyball team to play without a guy for a few months, then when it's getting to crunch time have a new player who hasn't played for a few months get into the mix and start gelling with new teammates. Would love to see him play volleyball, but can't blame the guy for focusingly primarily on the sport that could make sure he's set for life by his early to mid 20's. But it seemed to work OK for Julius Peppers (football, basketball) at NC a few years ago. That SI article was a good read, for those that are interested. Several players have played multiple sports. Danny Farmer of UCLA played football and volleyball. He has two volleyball NCAA rings (1996 & 1998). He's now playing with the Miami Dolphins. Matt McKinney played basketball and volleyball for Howland and Scates. If not for health issues, Matt would have contributed more to both programs. Gregg Guenther Jr. played football and basketball for USC. Kristee Porter of UCLA played basketball, volleyball and track. And so on and so forth. I think if both coaches agree, this has never been an issue. I just believe that if you are blessed with the God given talents to play and excel in multiple sports, why not take advantage of it!
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Post by blastingsand on Dec 31, 2006 23:36:52 GMT -5
Got to feel sorry for Matt and his injury problems, which i just read here: uclabruins.cstv.com/sports/m-baskbl/spec-rel/061705aaa.htmlSad to end a career that way. Two sports are good, but I really do think its nearly impossible with basketball and volleyball at the same time, as both have weekends with matches at different locations most of the time. Plus, its hard for the coaches as they probably don't want to risk the athlete being injured at the other sport.
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Post by usav on Jan 1, 2007 18:42:18 GMT -5
Several players have played multiple sports. Danny Farmer of UCLA played football and volleyball. He has two volleyball NCAA rings (1996 & 1998). He's now playing with the Miami Dolphins. I couldn't find Farmer on any NFL roster. Can someone post a link?
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Post by volleyballer4life on Jan 2, 2007 1:55:02 GMT -5
To those that replied to my original comment, touche, I can't deny that certain athletes like Peppers did in fact play two sports that conflicted in college, although it's clear that there had to be some leeway granted by one of the programs-. Judging by the gamefilm I've seen from Budinger, I'm sure if he really wanted to he could play both sports, and perhaps certain programs would allow it. I think it's pretty safe to say that by his decision to go to Arizona that he probably wants to focus solely on basketball.
Time will tell, perhaps after being away from it he'll miss it enough to come back and give volleyball another shot.
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Post by Deleted on Jan 9, 2007 19:59:49 GMT -5
Farmer was w/ the Bengals for a while: www.sportsline.com/nfl/players/playerpage/187533Not sure he is on an active roster now. I think his football career was accidental. I am pretty sure (but please correct me if I am wrong) that he walked on at UCLA for football but was focused on volleyball and just ended up having some success in football and got drafted. His twin brother just played volleyball at LMU.
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Post by shibbybeam on Jan 10, 2007 11:42:12 GMT -5
Danny Farmer does not play in the NFL anymore. He is living in Orange County and working. The last team that he played for was the Bengals. Correct me if I am wrong but I believe that if you play football or basketball that you can not have a scholarship in another sport. That may be the reason that Jamie D couldn't play on the basketball team because of a volleyball scholarship. I know that Mckinney had some health issues in the past but he is currently training with the USA team in Anaheim.
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Post by shibbybeam on Jan 10, 2007 11:45:49 GMT -5
And yes Farmer was a walk on for the football team even though he had a lot of success in the sport in high school.
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Post by CityTechLegend on Jan 11, 2007 0:47:42 GMT -5
Didn't Danny also have a twin brother that played on those same UCLA Championship Teams or am I mistaken???
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Post by gobruins on Jan 11, 2007 3:36:10 GMT -5
Danny's twin brother, Tim, played for Loyola Marymount (back in the good old days when LMU had a Men's VB team).
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Post by volleyfred on Jan 12, 2007 14:04:09 GMT -5
Danny Farmer played for three teams. He played for the Bengals, the Steelers, and the Dolphins. His Football career was no mistake. His father played football, and Danny knew from the time he red-shirted that he could have the opportunity to play in the NFL. I asked a Football player for UCLA during Danny's red-shirt year if he knew Danny Farmer, he laughed and told me then, "Danny will play in the NFL."
He was plagued by injury... Such is the NFL.
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Post by Will Rogers Beach on Jan 19, 2007 9:47:23 GMT -5
www.dailybruin.com/news/articles.asp?id=39497After saying no to UCLA, Budinger faces Pauley Chase Budinger had everything a coach would want in a basketball player. Understanding of the fundamentals, a fantastic shooting touch, an intrinsic knowledge of the game. And being 6 feet 7 inches, with a 43-inch vertical leap, makes it reasonable why both UCLA and Arizona were gasping at the thought of getting the services of the forward from La Costa Canyon High School in San Diego. Because Budinger eventually signed with the Wildcats, Bruin fans will have their first glimpse of the freshman standout Saturday when the No. 11 Arizona Wildcats come to Pauley. "Growing up in Southern California, it would be hard not to be aware of UCLA in both basketball and volleyball," Budinger said. "It will be a very exciting experience for me." He was a standout player in volleyball and basketball in high school, winning the 2006 CIF Southern Section player of the year for both sports. Going into his junior season, he narrowed his college choices to Arizona, USC and UCLA. The real question for Budinger at the time was whether he would give up volleyball, a sport he had played his entire life, when he entered college. Budinger, after all, was named the 2006 Mizuno national volleyball player of the year by Volleyball Magazine. "Being able to play both sports was in my mind for a while," he said. "But once I decided to focus on basketball, the choice to go to Arizona was easier." The Wildcats were the first Pac-10 team to recruit Budinger, and despite UCLA and USC also offering volleyball, he knew he could focus on basketball in college and play volleyball later. "If he had played volleyball, he could have been (a) special (player)," UCLA men's volleyball coach Al Scates said. "But his primary interest was playing basketball. "I tried to convince him that he could be the next Danny Farmar (sic) (UCLA football and volleyball standout)." UCLA, over the years, has had a tradition of multi-star athletes, the most prominent being Jackie Robinson. The most famous ever to play volleyball and basketball for the Bruins was Keith Erickson, who won both a basketball national championship under former coach John Wooden and a title under Scates playing volleyball during his time at UCLA. "Volleyball wasn't really a factor. All along, (Budinger's) goal was to be an NBA player," UCLA men's basketball coach Ben Howland told the Los Angeles Times. "Whatever he wanted to do, he's a great player." Focusing solely on basketball, Budinger has been able to thrive in his first year with the Wildcats. The freshman scored 32 points in his second career game and is currently third for the Wildcats in scoring with 15.6 points per game. Still, Budinger, who has struggled slightly in the Pac-10, knows there is room for improvement. "I'm working hard on the areas of my game that need to improve," he said. "I knew that this year was going to be a lot of hard work, but it's been a good experience so far." On the road against the No. 3 Bruins in a sold-out Pauley Pavilion on Saturday, Budinger will see if his hard work has paid off.
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Post by BearClause on Jan 19, 2007 20:09:29 GMT -5
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Post by blastingsand on Jan 19, 2007 20:35:58 GMT -5
Ryan is awesome and I still think he is one of the most underrated players in NCAA basketball. Glad to see he's getting more and more recognition
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