In a recent post practice #1 recap video, CaneSport’s Matt Shodell aka "Mr. Negative" went on a lengthy rant that revealed some of his frustrations with the Miami Hurricanes program.
Here are the key takeaways:
Access Issues: Unsurprisingly, Matt’s access to the Miami program is limited, and he shared a few examples to illustrate this. One notable story involved Miami’s sports information director, whom Matt refers to as “he who shall remain nameless.” According to Matt, the SID refused to provide roster numbers for some of the team’s newcomers, a request that was apparently denied. LOL!
Recruiting Criticism: Matt didn’t hold back in criticizing Miami’s recruiting efforts, accusing the program of “purchasing” its players. Why use this verbiage? We’re firmly entrenched in the NIL era. You’re a beat reporter for the Canes. Player compensation is not new news.
Player Personality Jabs: Matt also took a shot at Tyler Baron, claiming he has “no personality.” It’s possible that Baron simply didn’t feel comfortable interacting with Matt. Possible? I think so!
Agreeing with Cam Ward: Matt found common ground with quarterback Cam Ward, who expressed displeasure with the offense's effort in a post-practice interview. Matt specifically mentioned Sammy Brown not going full speed in a drill as an example of this issue.
In summary, Matt is the only Hurricanes reporter focusing on the negatives surrounding the program right now. With so much excitement and optimism in the air, I felt it was worth noting how Matt has chosen a path that contrasts sharply with the prevailing sentiment.
Go Canes!
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