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Gibson still considering Dayton, mother says
Percy Gibson might still end up being a Dayton Flyer.
I just had a lengthy conversation with Sandy Gibson, the mother of Detroit Southeastern basketball star who asked to be released from his letter-of-intent Tuesday.
She said Dayton is still very much in the picture and Percy still wants to be recruited by new coach Archie Miller and his staff.
“We had a positive meeting (with Miller), but Percy didn’t know what he wanted to do,” Sandy Gibson said. “We thought it would be best if he had a clean page and could start fresh.
“We’re not closing the door on Dayton. That’s not what we’re doing. It’s, ‘Based on what he knows today, would he go to Dayton with this coach?’ Just out of fairness to him, I wanted to let him come to that decision.”
She said when she asked for a release from the letter-of-intent, she told the school not to disassociate itself from Percy.
She said her son has been through a traumatic couple of weeks with a loss in the Michigan state finals, the departure of coach Brian Gregory and then the exit of assistant Cornell Mann, who has a close relationship with the recruit.
“Dayton is still under consideration. … We’re at the pregnancy phase of this. Before committing to Dayton, we want to see what the other options are about and maybe get away from the stress and pressure of the whole thing,” she said.
“The decision may still be Dayton. But he has to commit to the new Dayton, not the old Dayton.”
Read more about Gibson and his decision in Thursday’s Dayton Daily News.
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By Naturevibe
April 13, 2011 11:03 AM | Link to this
I am hoping you choose the Dayton Flyers as the team you want to play for.But, we have to move foward.Make your decision soon.Coach Miller needs to look at another player to fill your scholarship.Hope you choose the Flyers!
By Playing both sides of the fence
April 13, 2011 11:05 AM | Link to this
Either you want Dayton or not. I say cut him adrift and let momma find another sucker.
By Mike
April 13, 2011 11:19 AM | Link to this
This makes a lot of sense. Big decision met with a big change - step back, review, and make decision again. Kudos all around.
By AP
April 13, 2011 11:23 AM | Link to this
Are you guys serious? These comments are ridiculous. This was ABSOLUTELY the right decision by Percy and his mother, and I am a DIEHARD UD fan. Gregory spent years recruiting him, and we expect him to sign on with Coach Miller after one meeting over a coffee? Let’s be real, this is the smart thing for this young man. WIN HIM BACK ARCHIE!!! We still want you Percy!
By Angry John
April 13, 2011 11:25 AM | Link to this
Sounds like the old girlfriend speech where she tells her boyfriend she wants to start dating other guys, but she still wants to see him occasionally. How often does she go back to the boyfriend ? Hardly ever.
By John C.
April 13, 2011 11:26 AM | Link to this
Mrs. Gibson, if you happen to read these comments, the folks that don’t want your son to attend UD are easy to notice. They typically are Wright State, Xavier and Ohio State fans. Real UD fans would love to have your son attend UD. Good luck in making your choice. I think you are going about it in the right way.
By UD Alum
April 13, 2011 11:31 AM | Link to this
This sounds like a very mature decision. I hope the family continues to see UD as a great university and a great place to play basketball.
By xugrad96
April 13, 2011 11:41 AM | Link to this
John C.- for the record, could X use him? Sure, I wont say we wouldnt want him. However, We already have 3 top 100 recruits coming in so X will be just fine. That said, I think he is showing real maturity here in taking a step back and looking at the big picture. It shows a maturity that Staten totally lacked, and I’ll take this level headed mother over Billy Staten anyday. UD might be looking at a rough year, but they will rebound and be just fine.
By RudyFlyer
April 13, 2011 12:13 PM | Link to this
he wants to be recruited by the new coach? What the hell does that mean? Look the kid already knows about the campus and college related stuff. Miller came up to “recruit” him over the weekend and told him all he can about his coaching philosophies. So what else is there? The kid is looking for something better and will take UD if there isn’t anything else. I’d dump his sorry self indulgent rear end today.
By Swampy Meadows
April 13, 2011 12:18 PM | Link to this
I think I can step in and help here. I will have a talk with Percy - guys, this ship has not sailed yet.
By Rockpyle
April 13, 2011 12:20 PM | Link to this
Whatever happened to the days when your word was your bond. Percy singed a letter of intent to play @ UD—yes Brian Gregory recruited Brian but are we supposed to release the entire team who also was recruited by Brian. Maybe we should just do away with all this and let people move from school to school on an annual basis. Hope this young man has more integrity than Statens father “Billy the quitter who….” who has class, its just 3rd class
By MB
April 13, 2011 12:49 PM | Link to this
No the school/facilities haven’t changed, but the the staff has. Kudos to Percy & his mom for wanting to take a step back, its a big decision. I have no doubt that if he comes to UD, he’ll get his minutes, but more importantly he’ll graduate as a better man then when he entered. UD will see him as a person not just a bb player.
By Fifties Fan
April 13, 2011 1:04 PM | Link to this
Excellent decision. Percy, we want you, we need you! Come to UD and be part of this exciting program. Archie will take us to the next level. This would be an excellent resigning.
By FlyerFan
April 13, 2011 1:07 PM | Link to this
3 things. …to Percy Gibson, a very, very mature decision by a young man. Your maturity is to be commended. … to Mrs. Gibson, a very, very great job of parenting…you are making the absolute right decision with your son. …to UD, a very, very good move. Best way to start off a new regime. Go Flyers.
By BD
April 13, 2011 1:16 PM | Link to this
I agree that this is a big decision for any young man. I hope that Percy will decide that Dayton is the place for him. I applaud the fact that he and his family want to take a step back and reevaluate. I also hope that they realize that the philosophy behind all UD athletics is still the same. UD is a wonderful place for an athlete to get a great education and a great sports experience.
By Patrick_Talty_UD_'68
April 13, 2011 1:36 PM | Link to this
This a very important decision for the young Mr. Gibson. He and his mother are absolutley doing the correct thing in re-evaluating his decision. We do not need another recruit second guessing his decision ala JS. I hope Percy chooses UD for what it is … a University that cares about its athletes and their education.
By Jim
April 13, 2011 1:42 PM | Link to this
I sure don’t want Swampy Meadows “having a talk with Percy” nor do I “trust” him when he can’t post his comments once but has to post 3 times. Idiot, stay out of the discussion. I agree with the vast majority of the comments that Percy and his mother are taking the reasonable and prudent approach to step back and pause for a second look given the change in coaching staff. It’s a huge decision for an 18 year old and he does have to be “all in” to the new UD program. Good luck with your decision Percy and the Flyer Faithful will certainly welcome you in Dayton if that’s the school you select.
By Spoon
April 13, 2011 2:06 PM | Link to this
To coach Miller,stay on both these recruits, Its only common that players change their mind when a new system comes in and for the people making idiotic statements,there aren’t a lot of players left at this late stage as they all signed back in November.What we need is two guards to replace Staten and Spearman to go with Gibson and Henton.By the way checked with Atlanta papers and this is big news for Georgia Tech who has three scholarships to give for neext year and rumor is they would love to have Gibson.I realize coaches want their own people but it looks like UD erred by not retaining Cornell Mann the guy who really recruited both players.
By John Lacy
April 13, 2011 2:20 PM | Link to this
Too bad Sandy Gibson isnt Juwan Statens parent. She seems to “get it” and saying all the right things. Makes me want Percy even more. If Buckets doesn’t want to come that is his choice but hopefully we can hang on to Percy. We havent had a decent post presence since Finn and Wally in 03. On a side note, with all these BCS offers for Juwan rolling in why are we not hearing of them? Oh thats right, Juwans dad is a trainwreck and a headache and his son thinks he is Chris Paul. Uh oh, i mentioned Billy Staten, Doug Harris is going to delete my post……..
By Not that hard
April 13, 2011 4:11 PM | Link to this
It’s really not that hard to figure out. Bigger schools are giving him a look and if they offer he’s gone. If they don’t he comes back to Dayton and says he was coming here all along. It’s not rocket science folks.
By Downsouth
April 13, 2011 4:11 PM | Link to this
The departure of BG gives Percy a chance to avoid several embarrassing matchups against fellow Michigan player Jalen Reynolds without looking like a coward. Last year the matchup against the future Muskie was a joke and with no support it could be too much to fathom.
By NY Flyer 72
April 13, 2011 4:20 PM | Link to this
If ARRcchie meets with you again at Dunkin Donuts’ in this early pregnancy[moms words not mine] …abort now Percy… Unless you asked for to much money?? And didn’t get it.
By Bubba
April 13, 2011 5:06 PM | Link to this
No doubt that Mrs, Gibson is doing what’s best for her son by having him take a step back and re-evaluate things. This is a very important decision for the young man. I just hope that Archie stays in close touch with him to help him realize how much he is wanted. The team needs players with Gibson’s ability and maturity.
By roget
April 13, 2011 5:52 PM | Link to this
I hope Percy picks Dayton. He can get in a lot of initial playing time at Dayton and also get a good education there.
By Soylent Red
April 13, 2011 5:53 PM | Link to this
My girlfriend never did come around after the breakup. Saw her years later with less teeth.
By Lil' Swamp
April 13, 2011 6:00 PM | Link to this
Yo Perc, you weasel ! You took my money, my friendship, my free shoes, my free meals, and now you pull this crud? I followed your sorry hind end all over Michigan and you back out? Now? To heck with you - go to a MAC school where you belong you loser,
By Lou
April 13, 2011 6:11 PM | Link to this
I have been following the UD Flyers since the Don D era and I am so sick of these moron players like Percy Gibson. Hey Percy, YOU SUCK.
By Clint
April 13, 2011 6:16 PM | Link to this
Percy … The University of Dayton Flyers are a outstanding basketball school and HC Archie Miller is a good one . You can a be star at Dayton and help take the Flyers to the NCAA Tournament . Go Flyers
By Billy
April 13, 2011 7:25 PM | Link to this
espn is saying that Mich state has been in contact with Gibson, looks like we r doomed on this guy…..keep on keepn on though Archie i love the new look of the flyers regardless if we lose some players
By Percy is a Prick
April 13, 2011 9:28 PM | Link to this
When you sign a letter of intent, you don’t open up recruitment again. Percy is a prick.
By MK
April 13, 2011 9:54 PM | Link to this
Wow - some of these comments are absolutely ridiculous. Gibson and Henton deserve the option of backing out and will recommit if Archie and the new guys can resell the school and the program. It’s tough that we have to “win twice” here - but it’s a new era and the bond w/ the coaches is bigger than the school. Let’s hope one of them or both are back in the fold!
By JS-84
April 13, 2011 11:22 PM | Link to this
Let the haters hate. I say, he and his mom are taking the right approach, and while it sucks that we (UD) need to recruit him twice, I hope he’ll realize that UD is about more than just BG & CM, and that he’ll re-up his LOI. Percy, we’d love to have you here.
By THE NUTS
April 14, 2011 12:48 AM | Link to this
To PERCY and LADONTAE: The flyer faithfull have been anxietous waiting your arival since your first verbal commitment..You already have a fan base of thousands and you’ll feel that support the first moment you step onto the court.We the “Flyer Faithfull” will continue our support during your playing years and long after ,while other universities will only include you as a footnote to themselves…You young men will be embraced with such enthusiasm it might seem like you have been given a key to the city.In Dayton we love our flyers and always have and to prove it we have the best arena in the nation to showcase your talents to the world.
By Don Donaher
April 14, 2011 7:31 AM | Link to this
Lou, you where a a-hole in my era and you still are. Calling 17 yr old kids names is not cool,you redneck loser.
By Ken
April 14, 2011 7:54 AM | Link to this
Percy is a momma’s boy. We have had enough babies (see Juwan). I hope Percy moves on, we don’t need another cancer.
By Sean Miller
April 14, 2011 8:06 AM | Link to this
I have seen Percy Gibson play many times and he is a mediocre mid-major recruit. No big school will offer him a scholarship.
By Sean Miller
April 14, 2011 8:06 AM | Link to this
I have seen Percy Gibson play many times and he is a mediocre mid-major recruit. No big school will offer him a scholarship.
By Flyer Faithful
April 14, 2011 8:06 AM | Link to this
I hope that Archie tell’s Percy that he can kiss his fat a*s. We don’t need Percy the p***y.
By True_basketball_fan
April 14, 2011 8:19 AM | Link to this
Mrs. Gibson, The folks who write the mean and negative comments about coach Miller, your son and Dayton are unkind people who happen to be Wright State, Xavier and Ohio State fans. True UD fans would love to have your son attend UD. Good luck in making your choice. Dayton is a great university and your son will graduate with a degree along with good beliefs and values. You are doing a great job in raising your son! God bless your family!
By Reality Check
April 14, 2011 2:20 PM | Link to this
Gimme a break! Commitments in college sports honorable? Coaches sign contracts, then cut and run as they please. There is no honor in these commitments. As soon as a coach gets an offer for $1 more at a new school, he’s out of there regardless of what his contract says. If these guys want to take some time to think it over, have at it!
By RumorMonger
April 14, 2011 5:11 PM | Link to this
Interesting how these people know the new coach, know the player, know his intentions, know his mother, know everything. These are the children of the townies who leave half way through the second half. The stupidity apparently does not skip a generation.
By Update
April 14, 2011 5:26 PM | Link to this
Word from E. Lasning is MSU would redshirt Gibson and likely pass on Henton. Playing time would be a major issue. If both want to play and play right away they come to Dayton.
By OSU Joe
April 14, 2011 9:52 PM | Link to this
Waaaaah!!! Dayton Cryers, Liars, and Briars!!!! Waaaaah!!! Dayton Cryers, Liars, and Briars!!!! Waaaaah!!! Dayton Cryers, Liars, and Briars!!!! Waaaaah!!! Dayton Cryers, Liars, and Briars!!!!
By Greg S
April 15, 2011 7:30 AM | Link to this
Dayton is a dying city and no Dayton Flyer has made the NBA in over 20 years. If Gibson is any good, he will play on a bigger stage than UD. Ohio State has about 3 players drafted in the NBA every year. But of course, Percy would not be good enough to play in the Big 10.
By An actuall UD Students
April 15, 2011 9:25 AM | Link to this
You are all idiots. You all whined and moaned and thought you knew what was going on with Juwan and Brandon when you didnt know jack..Let percey do his thing and shut up…none of you ever know what your talking about…ever.
By HOMETOWN
April 15, 2011 11:40 AM | Link to this
Percy, STAY AWAY FROM UD!!! UD fans are very loyal to come out and support the team but if that particular star player is not on point they will dog you out. Look at how the UD fans started beittling Chris Wright, he was GOD to them as long as his game was helping them win but as soon as Chris started having some low scoring games the fans turned on him. Staton made the mistake by sticking to his word and going to UD. UD style of play destroy our talented young local players.Koodos to Percy and his mom :FIND ANOTHER SCHOOL AND koodos to Staton: you needed to leave there sorry asses. The question I have to all of you loyal UD fans: after these young men (perform for you guys) day in and day out how do you guys repay them in return after they graduate? Have any one hire or help them find employment? I most likely can answer that question my self: HELL NO!!!
By OSU Joe
April 15, 2011 12:22 PM | Link to this
Last night when my mom was braiding my hair, I thought man it sure would be great if I give coach matta a reach around. Here’s another thought, just for Percy: If you come to Dayton then you will never get any preferential treatment from me, my mouth, or my hands. Think about if Perc… I can swallow a whole Kielbasa sausage and pull it back out of my throat. Just ask Greg Oden.
By Kyle
April 15, 2011 12:22 PM | Link to this
No offense to the kid’s mother, she sounds like a stand-up woman, but I’m not going to put any stock in what a parent has to say about where her kid might decide playing. This recruit is gone, they just feel bad about cutting ties. Overall, they are doing the political thing, which is nice to see, but he’s not coming to UD.
By Greg S
April 15, 2011 12:32 PM | Link to this
Boy that OSU Joe sure is getting weird on us, Huh? Sounds like he might not have gotten accepted to UD and had to settle on OSU. From my personal experience with OSU Joe’s mom I would say the apple doesn’t fall to far from the tree, or bush in this instance. Old Gray Bush (OGB) is what we called her.
By OSU Joe
April 15, 2011 12:58 PM | Link to this
Poser @12:22 I would never write such a thing. My mom was stroking my hair. I don’t have long enough hair to braid.
By Jeremy
April 15, 2011 8:02 PM | Link to this
If Percy has to settle for playing at a mid-major like dayton, I really feel sorry for him. Dayton is dead. RIP
By Dayton Stats
April 15, 2011 8:24 PM | Link to this
ud accomplishments in the past 20 years: NBA Players: 0 , NCAA Tournament wins: 1, Drug convictions: 7
By Vince
April 15, 2011 10:10 PM | Link to this
Why is it so windy in Kettering Ohio? Because wright state blows and ud sucks
By Vince HasASmallWang
April 17, 2011 2:12 AM | Link to this
I’m Vince, and I’m a small man… in every way!
By Percy deserves better than ud
April 17, 2011 8:21 AM | Link to this
I wish the best for Percy and believe he can make it at a big school. If Percy wants to make a living playing basketball some day, he deserves to play at a big school.
By UD Mom
April 17, 2011 1:16 PM | Link to this
Percy is very happy playing for our mid-major program. He has no aspirations of playing in the NBA, so UD is a perfect fit.