FrogsToday: Eddie Lampkin steps away from TCU basketball

[Froggy Style]

Seems like even if you’re not happy, you stay for your teammates to finish the year next matter what when there’s a month left.

Leaving because someone didn’t treat you nice right before March madness is as weak as it gets.

 

[StinnettFrog]

Dixon has been coaching for a long time and nothing like this has ever been out there that I’m aware of. The rest of the team doesn’t seem to have an issue. I would have to lean towards a player not happy with something involving his own personal benefit unless something concrete comes out.

 

[TopFrog]

I don't think Miles and some of the others would put up with what Lamp has made accusation of. Miles and Dixon seem very close, respectful of each other.

 

[froginmn]

This is precisely the "journalism" that I hate. To whom did he cite mistreatment? Reading stuff of of Insta and creating stories is crap. Unless you are able to hear it from Eddie or CJD, don't write a story.

 

[LisaLT]

You sound like you've made up your mind about the situation already. Care to share your inside knowledge??

We don't know anything about the situation. And yes, it is jarring - but what if he's right? What if something along these lines IS going on - whether it's a misunderstanding or a massive secret? You gonna feel that way about him still? It's too early to pass judgment.

I'll say it again, people of his age have grown up in an era of public figures denying even provable truths because spin wins nowadays, it seems. Frankly, someone his age and in his position (player for institution, not part of leadership of institution) might have a completely legitimate concern about the spin machine making him look in the wrong even if he is not. So he puts things out there that show there is more than one side to the story.

But there was nothing "out there" until HE posted it. This is on Lampkin creating the "Spin" not the reverse.

 

[Brevity Frog]

Lampkin is hurting himself here. You can’t air stuff like that and expect to land somewhere nice, whether a new college via transfer portal or a pro team. Gotta keep that stuff off the public social media boards, Eddie. Also you gotta fulfill your commitment, play for your team, and then move on. Come on man.

 

[82 Frog Fever]

You sound like you've made up your mind about the situation already. Care to share your inside knowledge??

We don't know anything about the situation. And yes, it is jarring - but what if he's right? What if something along these lines IS going on - whether it's a misunderstanding or a massive secret? You gonna feel that way about him still? It's too early to pass judgment.

I'll say it again, people of his age have grown up in an era of public figures denying even provable truths because spin wins nowadays, it seems. Frankly, someone his age and in his position (player for institution, not part of leadership of institution) might have a completely legitimate concern about the spin machine making him look in the wrong even if he is not. So he puts things out there that show there is more than one side to the story.

Definitely, it should be an easy decision.
No matter what happened, his public postings and accusations are a point of no return.
You cannot have a selfish immature player in your locker room, who is more than willing to stab the entire team in the back just so he can have some sort of emotional release.
Every player and coach has been working their asses off toward preparing for the next few weeks and Eddie just spit in their face.

 

[UltimateFrog]

You sound like you've made up your mind about the situation already. Care to share your inside knowledge??

We don't know anything about the situation. And yes, it is jarring - but what if he's right? What if something along these lines IS going on - whether it's a misunderstanding or a massive secret? You gonna feel that way about him still? It's too early to pass judgment.

I'll say it again, people of his age have grown up in an era of public figures denying even provable truths because spin wins nowadays, it seems. Frankly, someone his age and in his position (player for institution, not part of leadership of institution) might have a completely legitimate concern about the spin machine making him look in the wrong even if he is not. So he puts things out there that show there is more than one side to the story.

Well if that's his attempt at showing his side of the story, he's failed miserably. Makes him seem like a total dumbass.

 

[tetonfrog]

At least the Frogs have 24 hours to deal with this, put it behind them and then be ready to fight K-State on Thursday.

 

[CryptoMiner]

 

[satis1103]

Lots and lots of jumping to conclusions here. But fine. I've been shouted down. I got the message. Won't try to say "tap the brakes" anymore because I guess we've all figured this out

 

[LVH]

Based on how this season has gone, the Lampkin injury at Kansas is the equivalent to the Lee Nailon ejection against UNLV in 1999

 

[JugbandFrog]

This is precisely the "journalism" that I hate. To whom did he cite mistreatment? Reading stuff of of Insta and creating stories is crap. Unless you are able to hear it from Eddie or CJD, don't write a story.

Eddie posted it on his Instagram. Sounds legit enough to me.

 

[LVH]

Really wish this could have waited until after we were knocked out of the tourney.

 

[Putt4Purple]

What terrible timing. From the sounds of it Lampkin will be back after the Big 12 tournament? Family issues and he possibly feels slighted by our coach? Why air this dirty laundry now to only give bad vibes and feelings towards your coach and program? I was just beginning to feel positive about this program. Now I can understand the Dr. Jekle/Mr. Hyde play on the court this year. Would not be surprised if K. State blows TCU out by at least 20 on Thursday. It’s sport’s psychologically.
How sad. Go Frogs!

 

[PurpleBlood87]

Eddie posted it on his Instagram. Sounds legit enough to me.

Sarcasm?

 

[This Ain't Chopped Liver]

Both the Star Telegram and Dallas Morning News now have headlines about accusations of abuse or mistreatment by Dixon. I suppose it will be on ESPN sometime tonight.

 

[ftwfrog]

What terrible timing. From the sounds of it Lampkin will be back after the Big 12 tournament? Family issues and he possibly feels slighted by our coach? Why air this dirty laundry now to only give bad vibes and feelings towards your coach and program? I was just beginning to feel positive about this program. Now I can understand the Dr. Jekle/Mr. Hyde play on the court this year. Would not be surprised if K. State blows TCU out by at least 20 on Thursday. It’s sport’s psychologically.
How sad. Go Frogs!

I don’t think that’s correct.

 

[McFroggin]

With the new medical school, we should be able to quickly utilize many mental health options at a moments notice. This seems like something that could have used some urgent care.

 

[Hemingway]

There were several physical reads in that interview. He’s hiding something or he’s got a lot of apprehension with the questions.