In the latest Monday Mailbag, sports columnist Chris Murray discusses the formula for winning in any sport, emphasizing the importance of talent but also pointing out the significance of playing hard, smart, and together, along with great coaching. He notes that Nevada football coach Jeff Choate has focused on recruiting disciplined players with a strong commitment to the team. The recent additions to the Wolf Pack teams, like Vaughn Weems and Kaleb Lowery, show promise due to their size and athleticism, with expectations for them to be top scorers next season.
Murray also touches on the challenges of recruiting in an era of NIL and the increasing need for shooting and a center for Nevada’s basketball team. He suggests that investing in softball or volleyball could boost the success of female Olympic sports programs at Nevada. He highlights recent accomplishments by Nevada baseball, softball, tennis, and track and field teams, pointing to a positive 24-hour period for Wolf Pack sports.
Additionally, Murray addresses the potential benefits of having a general manager for each Division I football and men’s basketball team to handle NIL payments and roster management. He clarifies the NCAA’s revenue-sharing rules with athletes and notes upcoming portal dates for various sports. Murray wraps up by providing updates on Nevada baseball and softball games held at Greater Nevada Field and shares his thoughts on the Dodgers and Triple-A Angels’ recent performances.
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