Return of the "Cannabis Kings?"

[CajunCharlie]

We have to remember that this latest incident happened while they were not part of the team, hence the crack in the door for a possible return, in my opinion............

I just feel General Lee is playing with fire. What difference does it make that these two immature, selfish individuals were not part of the team. Both were at one time. To worsen matters, Southall, had he taken the opportunity to straighten himself, could have really helped the team. I don't know, I just can't convince myself that russian roulette is being played with these two.

What irritates and concerns me the most is that this is being revived at a time when support for BB is on the table.

[RaginEsquire06]

I have to believe that if these two guys are allowed to play....It will be interesting! First...like one other poster stated...anticipate damage control! Do not let these two start....Second...If they violate a rule....Kick their butts to the wind! We have nothing to lose by allowing them to return....or not allowing them to! We will be just fine!

[manizzle]

i don't know what the big deal is. if you all remember, southall is about as dominant a player as any we have ever had at louisiana. many teams gamble with troubled players and still come out on top, and most importantly, we are not counting on them for all the marbles. look how georgetown gambled with allen iverson. i promise you that their program benefitted both financially and on the court because of that gamble (which was much greater than our potential one). we have talent, but we should always look to improve on it. after all, who knows more about our team, our needs, and our potential players than coach lee. trust your leader and success will follow.

[Clutch0364]

I trust coach lee and whatever he does I will support but what a lot of people don't want is for this team to fall back to that thug image that we had for a few years.
And although he was dominent he never got us to a NCAA tourny so we will see where this situation goes.

[RaginEsquire06]

Gotta have faith Baby! Nothing wrong with a little anticipation!

[CajunGuru]

"I don't know what the big deal is. if you all remember, southall is about as dominant a player as any we have ever had at louisiana. many teams gamble with troubled players and still come out on top, and most importantly, we are not counting on them for all the marbles. look how georgetown gambled with allen iverson. i promise you that their program benefitted both financially and on the court because of that gamble (which was much greater than our potential one). we have talent, but we should always look to improve on it. after all, who knows more about our team, our needs, and our potential players than coach lee. trust your leader and success will follow."

Manizzle, you clearly don't know anything about the history of this program. First,Southall is not nearly one of the most dominant players ever to wear the Cajun uniform. Second, Southall wasn't convicted of just smoking a joint. He was convicted for contributing to the delinquency of a minor and served time. That being said, I will give this coaching staff the benefit of the doubt. They have earned it!

[RaginEsquire06]

Love him or hate him...M. Southall may still be in the picture!

: Lee left the door ajar for the return of Southall, who is scheduled to be in summer school at UL.

"It depends on what happens with his latest troubles," Lee said. "We'll make the decision from there. There may be some new light on the charges he's facing."

See: http://acadiananow.com/apps/pbcs.dll...505260333/1006

[CajunProud]

I have to admit that I do not know much at all about basketball, but I do love the Cajuns, no matter what the sport. Althought I do not know the General, I have been very impressed so far in the way that he has handled the program. He has instilled discipline in the team as well as a respect for the University and the community in which it sits. But I will be very disappointed if these two criminals are let back on the team. I am all for second chances, but not 3rd, 4th or 5th etc......

[Tuffguy21]

I'll be the first to admit when I see I did something wrong, and I do believe I was wrong with regard to Southall. Since he was dismissed of the charges put against him, I believe he should be given the same chance he had before the incident with Williams. As for Williams, I think he should be dismissed and you should close the book on him.

Tuffguy

[CajunCharlie]

I'll be the first to admit when I see I did something wrong, and I do believe I was wrong with regard to Southall. Since he was dismissed of the charges put against him, I believe he should be given the same chance he had before the incident with Williams. As for Williams, I think he should be dismissed and you should close the book on him.

Tuffguy

When did the dismissal occur, and where there any reasons given for doing so?