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I posted a previous blog on how Cards fans shouldn't panic about Earl Clark jumping to the NBA. And, if things were still where they were last week, I would stand by my post. But, in light of Thursday's announcement, I feel like I should tie up the loose end I left. I am not a Clark-hater. I do believe that he needed to come back, but wished him the best as he tried to make his money. Now, with him returning, here is a list of who should be celebrating the most.
1. Rick Pitino
Not only does a starter and potential All-Conference player ditch a chance at the draft to return to school, but he eventually followed Pitino's advice. This will show current and future players that he still knows what he's talking about. Also, he now has a legit Final Four contender and a potential Top 5 team.
2. Terrence Williams/Andre McGee
The senior leaders on this team will have a major cog back to help the offense flow. The run this past season to the Elite Eight has only wet their appetite for the big stage of the Final Four. With Clark back in the fold, there is a real good possibility that they can get there.
3. UofL Public Address Announcer Sean Moth
He gets another season of growling "E-5" after each score. It's just so cool.
4. The fans
This goes without saying that this team could be the best Cards team that has hit the floor since Pitino has been in town. The Final Four Garcia/Dean-led team was talented, but probably overacheived. This past season's team was loaded, but I think the hype may have outweighed their talent and they went as far as they could have. The upcoming season should have the entire city rocking and rolling from November through March...maybe even April.
5. Earl Clark
He made the right decision. He would've been drafted this year and probably would've been in the league for a while. But returning to school will give Earl an opportunity to grow; not only as a basketball player but as a person. Earl's maturity will grow throughout the upcoming season and that may be the biggest gain he needs for the next level.
Earl, you made the right choice and for that I commend you. Cardinal fans all I can say is buckle up, next year is gonna be a great ride.
-Kyle Brown/WHAS11 Sports
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