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7 NCAA titles
43 SEC regular season titles in 87 years (841-231)
25 SEC tourney titles in 47 years (110-20)
46 All-Americans (15 consensous)

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And at one time, the sun never set on the British Empire.

In the mind of an 18 year old recruit, how much does all that matter?

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that is the million dollar question

How well can the coach convey that message to potential recruits?
Looking at Self and Kansas, I say it can go pretty far.

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You don't sell today's players on 'ancient' history. You sell them on the future.
You really think Self uses Danny Manning or Jo Jo White as examples in his recruiting?

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i think history plays a crucial role in recruiting. obviously along with many other factors, like current team players, facilities, coaches, area, education etc... but don't discount a schools history during the recruiting process like it's a non-factor, thats insane.