Women Land Big Prize at Center

That story is an object lesson for us fans in the reality that sometimes a school, a staff and a player just click. Lots of opposing fans might well be gnashing their teeth today, given that Mulkey had no interest in us just weeks ago and she could have signed with virtually anyone she wanted.

But she arrived in Norman and boom, it just felt right to her.

When we lose on a player in similar fashion (see: Shake Milton), it'll be good to recall this signing. I'm as guilty as anyone of taking recruiting losses hard (though I don't follow recruiting nearly as closely as many), but sometimes, as in Mulkey's case, it's nothing your school did wrong. You just have to tip your hat and say, well, s/he found a place that felt like home.

I was intrigued to see that Mulkey cited Sherri's past success with big players, and I have to admit, I was a little surprised. Does Coach Coale have a particular strong history with post players?
 
skyvue said:
That story is an object lesson for us fans in the reality that sometimes a school, a staff and a player just click. Lots of opposing fans might well be gnashing their teeth today, given that Mulkey had no interest in us just weeks ago and she could have signed with virtually anyone she wanted.

But she arrived in Norman and boom, it just felt right to her.

When we lose on a player in similar fashion (see: Shake Milton), it'll be good to recall this signing. I'm as guilty as anyone of taking recruiting losses hard (though I don't follow recruiting nearly as closely as many), but sometimes, as in Mulkey's case, it's nothing your school did wrong. You just have to tip your hat and say, well, s/he found a place that felt like home.

I was intrigued to see that Mulkey cited Sherri's past success with big players, and I have to admit, I was a little surprised. Does Coach Coale have a particular strong history with post players?
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The Paris Twins come to mind
 
I saw a photo taken of Mulkey and the players during her visit. She looked like she was already part of the team, so Sherri and the players obviously did a good job in making her feel that way. Skyvue is right, sometimes it just "clicks." Clearly that is what happened with Mulkey.

Is she the tallest player the Sooner women have ever had? Nicole Griffin was listed at 6' 5" or so. She was really thin her entire career, which made it tough for her to compete with bigger, stronger players inside. Mulkey appears to be more D-1 ready in her listed 6' 9" frame.

For you guys who may say this thread belongs on the women's forum, you'll be right. It will be moved over there in time. However, the OU women's team doesn't sign a 6' 9" player who is ranked as the #2 center in the country too often. Actually, never, as far as I can tell. So give them their due and applaud what is definitely a great recruiting coop!
 
SoonerBounce13 said:
2016!
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True. It's a commitment only. With two more years to play high school basketball, anything can happen between now and when she will be allowed to sign with OU.

Still, I would rather be in the Sooner's position with Mulkey right now than on the outside trying to get back in.
 
Will be interesting to see how she literally measures up. Could be the tallest person campus when she arrives.
 
Abi Olajuwon was also a pretty well-known center.

Mulkey is supposedly almost 6-10 and still growing. But, her aunt is about 6-6 and played for Georgia some thirty years ago. Her mother is 6-7 and played for Georgia Tech, setting the rebounding and scoring records for the school. Her brothers are 6-9 and 7-0.

Daddy is only 5-11.
 
It's a huge haul for Sherri. Like landing the Paris twins, or Bob signing A.D.
 
Glad to see all the support over here for the women's program! You bet, this commitment came at a great time and it is outstanding Mulkey is one of the best centers in the country. Beating UCONN, Duke, Baylor, and other great programs for a top player doesn't happen very often and needless to say, it is an event to celebrate!

Really glad to hear of the men's recruiting success as well. Both programs are looking good!
 
Boomer Sooner!

Many of us are big fans of the OU Women's basketball program. Great get by SC and her staff.
 
sybarite said:
Abi Olajuwon was also a pretty well-known center.

Mulkey is supposedly almost 6-10 and still growing. But, her aunt is about 6-6 and played for Georgia some thirty years ago. Her mother is 6-7 and played for Georgia Tech, setting the rebounding and scoring records for the school. Her brothers are 6-9 and 7-0.

Daddy is only 5-11.
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Wow! I remember refereeing a girl's game at 2nd Baptist in Houston, and the coach was a really pretty blonde lady. I'm 6'2" and the lady coach was 6'5" and it made me feel "funny" during the pre-game introductions. I can't imagine being married to a woman 8 inches taller than me. I'm sure their family gets a lot of looks whenever they walk into a store or restaurant.

I'm glad Mulkey committed to the Lady Sooners.
 
Any relation to Kim Mulkey? Didn't see mention of it in the article. Not a last name you hear often.
 
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