Gee Davis

How did this post turn into an all out discussion about Boutte and anybody other than Jaylan Ballou...it's pointless...go start another thread and go back and forth about that on it

How did this post turn into an all out discussion about Boutte and anybody other than Jaylan Ballou...it's pointless...go start another thread and go back and forth about that on it

How did this post turn into an all out discussion about Boutte and anybody other than Jaylan Ballou...it's pointless...go start another thread and go back and forth about that on it

To be fair, you were more than 2 days ahead of any of the media outlets!

Confirmation of what it is...Congratulations to him and his family...GREAT STORY! :
Former Nederland HS star Jaylan Ballou (who played with Basketball University 16u last summer) moved to California for his senior season, and really opened a few eyeballs (17ppg 9apg) at Sante Fe HS.  Among the college coaches who expressed initial interested was Marvin Menzies (who was HC at New Mexico State).  Well, fast forward to April 2016 - Menzies accepted the HC gig at UNLV.  That doesn't change his vision nor did that have any effect on the players whom he liked.  So, once a Memphis based pg decided he would reverse his decison to attend UNLV, it became a blessing in disguise for Ballou.  That scholarship spot was offered to Ballou and without hesitating, he accepted it.  That is such an awesome story and it once again proves that rankings don't mean diddly squat.  If you produce and win on a consistent level, in today's society, somebody will take notice. 

Maybe more players from Greater Houston should move the heck away and take a leap of faith akin to Ballou.  Meanwhile, I am a firm believer that some players actually improve from one point to another.  In this case, everyone should yeild benefit of doubt and at least settle on the thought that Ballou is obvoiusly much improved from 10 months ago.  It happens and when it does - it's a great thing!
 

Correction...Menzie recruited Jaylan for NM St...so for him to want him in a completely different program at UNLV...speaks volumes of Jaylan 

Yep, I guess I didn't make myself clear enough. Menzies wanted Ballou BEFORE he took the job at UNLV, while he was still the coach at New Mexico State. Great opportunity for this young man. Hard work & dedication does pay off.

Good luck Jaylan!! Wishing you the Best!!

Congratulations Jaylan from the entire Ary family!! Congratulations Mom and Dad !! Big time accomplishment!!

Memphis guy didn't work out so Ballou got the call.  Congrats to Ballou family and smh at some of you people lol

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Congrats.Prime example of hard work and opportunity.Alot of talented kids in setx. Congrats once again

Yep, sometimes you gotta do whats best for  (eye) in individual. Congrats Jaylan,  UNLV is looking like a good fit.  Good move.

Well for those who were questioning the move it obviously worked in his favor . Congrats 

Nice.  

Congratulations to him and his family.

In his 2015-2016 senior year...Jaylan earned Santa Fe League MVP, First Team All-League, All-Region, All-Area, All-CIF Second Team and the All-Star Team...he has verbally committed to UNLV...congrats to Jaylan and his family
 

I'm sure a lot of false information was said on here...it's a forum...that's usually what's on here...I just choose to speak facts and stay away from the gossiping

I'm sure a lot of false information was said on here...it's a forum...that's usually what's on here...I just choose to speak facts and stay away from the gossiping

Geez, let's try this...congrats to the kid on a fine senior season and best of luck going forward...glad to see he had a successful senior campaign

After ur assessment...what was he supposed to do...pick his teammates and opponents?

The kid's been living there for 4 months and playing with those guys for 3...he did a great job adjusting 

I've read several posts of individuals concerned with Jaylan Ballou.  So here's a highlight reel of 1st team all league and unanimously selected league MVP, Jaylan Ballou...enjoy!