Bruce Pearl has been complaining about the way Memorial Gym is set up. I contacted a few players who had some success in Memorial Gym and asked them to give a statement on their opinion of whether or not Vandy had an unfair advantage because of the benches .
Tre Kelley, South Carolina. Scored 29 points to upset Vandy in Memorial Gym in 2006.
Well they have the same bench so if its a negative for the visitors, it is for them also. So what I'm saying is, it balances in regards to any type of advantage.
Demetric Bennett, South Alabama. Scored 25 points and took Vandy to overtime last year
I mean its just something different. The goals, the court, and where we sit at. Its a tough spot to play in. But you just have to adapt.
Chris Lofton, All-SEC first team, UT. Averaged 23 points a game in Memorial Gym.
It's different but I dont think it gives Vandy an advantage because at the end of the day it's still two goals and a basketball.
Update from Norval McKenzie on AAFL
3-13-08
As Previously Reported Norval McKenzie had been drafted by Team Florida of the AAFL. Today the league announced plans to postpone their first season until next year. I contacted Norval today and this is what he had to say.
Norvel, I heard that the AAFL has postponed their season until next year.
Yes, they have decided to postpone the season until 2009.I currently had to resign from my job like many players did in an attempt to follow our dreams. I am currently studying for the GRE so I can go back to school and further my education.
Are you going to try to make the team again next year?
I can't answer that right now, I have to see what the immediate future holds. If I'm in a position to drop what Im doing then maybe. It was kind of a set back in hopes of obtaining my dream. I'm just not sure.
