I don't see a thread about final rankings

[1972Shocker]

You're right. I would rather debate about if LeVelle Moton will accept the AC position for the 15th time with no new info. The season did end on March 16th, that's why we're talking about meaningless polls. It's the offseason.

And even if it was in season we've never let that stop us from talking about meaningless stuff.

[Shock Therapy]

Who really cares where you are ranked after playing a tournament to determine a true winner?
Do you think there is actually a consolation prize for what some dumbass writer thinks about WSU's final position?

The season ended on March 16th and nothing after it matters.

That is all.

This is an internet forum. Nothing discussed here matters. It's still entertaining though.

[shocksrbest]

Top 10 this year--may even be ranked top 10 pre-season next year with who we have coming back.

[WstateU]

That is all.

We 'yearn' for more @ShockRef: - we miss (or have I missed?) your "Annual STL Notes, Quotes & Billygoats"; maybe next year?

Personally, this year I was impressed with the...

[RoyalShock]

Who really cares where you are ranked after playing a tournament to determine a true winner?
Do you think there is actually a consolation prize for what some dumbass writer thinks about WSU's final position?

The season ended on March 16th and nothing after it matters.

That is all.

The dumbasses in this case would be the coaches, or the SIDs who vote on their behalf, as only the coaches poll is done after the tournament.

[WuShock16]

Is this question for real ?

I would guess around 7th-8th for you guys. The Final 4 teams will probably be ranked 1-4 with the champion being #1

There was an obvious reason that I prefaced this as being a probable dumb question. Yes, the national title winner would and probably should be ranked #1 in the final poll. That said, my point was that Florida beat Kentucky three times already (two of them rather convincingly). I would find it at least worth conversation of pondering the notion of Kentucky finishing ahead of Florida in the final poll with a theoretical 1-3 head-to-head record. As others have mentioned, there is unfairly too much weight put on the NCAA Tournament.

Again, yes, I am sure that Monday's winner will be #1 in the final poll...just to clear that up for you.

[Shockeriffic]

There was an obvious reason that I prefaced this as being a probable dumb question. Yes, the national title winner would and probably should be ranked #1 in the final poll. That said, my point was that Florida beat Kentucky three times already (two of them rather convincingly). I would find it at least worth conversation of pondering the notion of Kentucky finishing ahead of Florida in the final poll with a theoretical 1-3 head-to-head record. As others have mentioned, there is unfairly too much weight put on the NCAA Tournament.

Again, yes, I am sure that Monday's winner will be #1 in the final poll...just to clear that up for you.

I can appreciate the conversation you're trying to have. For reference, this year in college football, I thought Alabama should have stayed ranked ahead of Auburn after they lost on a freak last second play on the road. That said, the polls tend to be more of a power ranking and Kentucky would then be coming off a 1 point loss and a win against Florida on neutral courts.

[Kung Wu]

Post season rankings are another data point for marketing to brag about if you are rockin' it out and helps to keep the Shocker brand getting some top quality press. From that aspect they are useful.

[fansince80s]

Ku #5. They played toughest schedule since 1499.

[Rlh04d]

I'll be happy if we finish top 10. If Kentucky had lost to Louisville, I think we might have plummeted. As it is, how strong Kentucky closes determines how much we'll be penalized for losing early. I'm good with 8-12. Happy with anything above that, annoyed with anything below it.

[molly jabali]

Who really cares where you are ranked after playing a tournament to determine a true winner?
Do you think there is actually a consolation prize for what some dumbass writer thinks about WSU's final position?

The season ended on March 16th and nothing after it matters.

That is all.

Sorry to offend your sensibilities.

[ShockRef]

We 'yearn' for more @ShockRef: - we miss (or have I missed?) your "Annual STL Notes, Quotes & Billygoats"; maybe next year?

Personally, this year I was impressed with the...

WstateU,
I actually composed the usual Notes, Quotes & Billy Goats and right before I submitted, my internet had a blip (AT&T sucks) and it was lost. I was urinated off and didn't do another.

However... I agree and was very impressed with the Sugar Bears this year.
There was a tall dancer with short blond hair that was All-league Dance Team MVP. Even RefChick agreed with my 'professional' observation!
Unfortunately, I was very disappointed with Illinois State. The sweat suit outfits were bush league and some of the performers need to get in the gym more often.
Very disappointing!

That is all.