The unifying theme at the University of Kentucky Campout continues to be the Free Enes! movement, with signs and banners hanging throughout. The actual question of Enes’s eligibility is still however very much up in the air at this point. There continue to be delays in the process and those around UK have said to me that they are now unsure when the process will end. Dick Vitale sent out a tweet that suggested the NCAA should make its decision very soon and that there is no reason to waste anymore time, a thought that most around the process would agree with. As for the practical implications, Enes Kanter has been given a practice waiver, but it runs out when the actual practice begins in two weeks. The NCAA would have to extend that for it to continue and it is expected to be renewed if necessary. But for now, the waiting game continues and there is no obvious end in sight. (this portion from www.kentuckysportsradio.com)
Here are my feelings on the Enes Kanter matter:
1. He played Pro for Turkey since the age of 14. (Does not have a signed contract, which keeps him from being considered a professional player)
2. He accepted living expenses - (The Turkish General Manager stated that it was around $100,000, but can't show proof)
3. He is a BEAST!
Follow up:
Now, since the NCAA instatuted some new changs that will make it easier for players from other countries to come to the United States to play college ball, this should be interesting. First, if Enes Kanter is the first case of this new rule change, the NCAA will need to not drag this out, it could deem harmful to future players. Second, why is it taking so long to make this decision? The NCAA added the new rule, the Turkish team can't back up the $100,000 claim (he said/she said) and Enes Kanter DID NOT and COULD NOT sign a contact, therefore is still considered an AMATUER!
So, this leads to one simple answer...FREE ENES AND LET HIM PLAY FOR THE UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY!




