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Indianapolis Star
2 days ago
- Sport
- Indianapolis Star
How Matt Painter changed his recruiting philosophy to better Purdue basketball
After Purdue basketball missed the 2013 and '14 NCAA tournaments, coach Matt Painter decided he had to change the way he recruited and built his team. "The one thing we can fix that we don't want to fix is ourself," he said on the "Athletics of Business" podcast. Painter decided to eschew some of the common approaches to recruiting, such as telling a player only what he wants to hear. "(I'd be) giving a dissertation, and part of me is saying, 'What does he want to hear?' We are in the business of selling," he said. Painter's adjustments have yielded a national runner-up finish, three seasons featuring a No. 1 national ranking, five Big Ten regular-season championships and 10 NCAA tournament appearances in the past 11 years. Painter said he doesn't promise minutes or a certain number of shots per game, just the opportunity to earn them. "If you're going to be one of our top three scorers, here's how we're going to use you," he said. "If you don't, then you're going to have to blend in with those top two or three scorers from an offensive standpoint." The common approach involves revealing hard truths such as that after a season has begun. BoilersXTRA podcast: Drafting the ultimate Matt Painter era team "I go, 'Have any other coaches said this to you?' They'll be like, 'No.' I say, 'They will, but just not until November 1st.' I used to be one of those guys," he said. Painter said his assistant coaches have joked that that approach won't yield nationally ranked recruits, but he has reeled in players who are right for Purdue over the long term. "That's really helped us," he said. "We're not under-promising. We're just trying to be really, really honest. "You're not going to come in, and we're just going to roll you the ball more than Zach Edey. … I didn't promise him anything." Edey split time with Trevion Williams his first two seasons before being a two-time National Player of the Year. Purdue hasn't relied on transfers to nearly the degree that other high-major programs have in recent seasons, even with more liberal transfer rules and greater NIL opportunities. The Boilermakers have two incoming transfers for 2025-26: Oscar Cluff from South Dakota State and Liam Murphy from North Florida. Their 2024-25 team had no transfers and the 2023-24 national runner-up team had one: Lance Jones from Southern Illinois. LINK TO FULL PODCAST HERE Painter, who turns 55 years old in Aug. 27, said he uses the DiSC personality testing system to evaluate a recruit's fit for Purdue, on top of his transcript and statistics. He believes this kind of evaulation will help draw players who will remain for multiple seasons. Insider: Oscar Cluff was destined to be a boilermaker. His world tour found Purdue's 'basketball heaven' "In the portal, people look for talent. I'm looking for production through growth," Painter said. "They're looking at immediate satisfaction." Painter takes recruiting rankings with a pinch — perhaps a pound — of salt. "Stereotypically, what happens is people look at some of the people we're recruiting as not being good enough (compared to other high-major programs). It's actually a joke because when they rank, people that go to those blue bloods (and get an artificial boost in rankings). When we take guys, they go off of who offered them, rather than digging in." Painter will pursue highly ranked recruits (he noted Caleb Swanigan and Carsen Edwards), but said he sometimes argues with other coaches who stress talent above all else. Painter's approach: "Lean toward production. You want productive players. You want productive people." Painter said he learned a valuable lesson from former Purdue football coach Joe Tiller: "Don't be blinded by what you don't have." "There are things out there screaming, 'Don't take me,'" Painter said. Doyel: Unlike recent Boiler greats, Omer Mayer will come to Purdue with greatness expected Painter said preseason work begins in the summer with full practices as opposed to endless scrimmages, learning the nomenclature of the program, video study and quizzes. (He said one is planned for next week.) He described a drill in which players go through 20 competitive sets on the court, identifying their assignments in each. Players get points for setting up correctly, but will repeat the drills when they are incorrect. "You've got to treat it like a class," he said. When recruits are hesitant about that approach, Painter tells them: "If you like basketball, you'll put the time in." Painter also discusses the roles of his assistant coaches, what he learned from mentor Gene Keady, and why isn't as combative on the sideline ("Coach Keady is one of the nicest people you'll ever meet, but if you watched him coach a game, you'd think he's a borderline madman."), bouncing back from an NCAA tournament loss to a No. 16 seed and what keeps him motivated entering his 21st season on the Purdue sideline.
Yahoo
29-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Kalgoorlie Gold Mining completes initial farm-in at Pinjin Gold Project
Kalgoorlie Gold Mining has reached a significant milestone with the completion of its initial farm-in at the Pinjin Gold Project. The company has now secured a 75% interest in the project's key tenures including the areas hosting the Kirgella Gift and Lighthorse discoveries. The successful farm-in at Pinjin South and Kirgella covers tenures that encompass the Kirgella Gift and Providence mineral resources, the Lighthorse discovery and the entire mineralised Lighthorse corridor. This corridor is notable for extending north to gold mineralisation and anomalism at Wessex, which is situated less than 1km from the Anglo-Saxon open-pit gold mine, currently under care and maintenance by Hawthorn Resources. The transaction involved a $1.65m (A$2.56m) cash settlement for ownership in multiple tenures including E 28/2654, E 28/2655, E 28/2656, E 31/1127 and several P 31 parcels. According to the agreement, the vendors will be free carried until a positive bankable feasibility study has been delivered and a decision to mine is made. At that point, they must choose to either contribute their share of costs or convert their interest into a 2% net smelter royalty. Kalgoorlie Gold managing director Matt Painter said: 'This marks a major milestone for the company. We are incredibly proud of the KalGold team's achievements since commencing the farm-in at Pinjin. 'In less than two years, the company has defined over 75,000oz of gold in a near-surface Mineral Resource following JORC Code (2012) guidelines, at Kirgella Gift and Providence. Beyond this, we have defined gold mineralisation and anomalism across multiple prospects throughout the tenement package, including the hugely prospective Lighthorse and Wessex prospects.' The company is now awaiting assay results from its recent large-scale aircore drill programme, which targeted areas north and south of the Lighthorse discovery. The outcomes of these assays will significantly influence Kalgoorlie Gold Mining's future exploration strategy. With the key tenure at the Pinjin project now under its control, Kalgoorlie Gold Mining is preparing to ramp up its exploration efforts. The company plans to accelerate aircore, reverse circulation and diamond drilling activities at Pinjin. Additionally, Kalgoorlie Gold Mining is considering targeted geophysical programmes to detect alteration zones, structures and mineralisation. The objective is to discover new high-priority target areas, make further gold discoveries and increase the mineral resource inventory. "Kalgoorlie Gold Mining completes initial farm-in at Pinjin Gold Project" was originally created and published by Mining Technology, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
West Australian
29-05-2025
- Business
- West Australian
KalGold secures 75 per cent stake in fruitful WA gold project
Kalgoorlie Gold Mining has locked in a 75 per cent stake in its highly prospective Pinjin gold project near Kalgoorlie, completing the first milestone of its farm-in agreement over the project. The company has sealed the deal with a $1.65 million all-cash settlement for the project, which incorporates its Kirgella Gift and Providence mineral resources, alongside its promising breakout Lighthorse discovery and Wessex gold prospect. KalGold says potential remains for it to earn full ownership over the project upon a decision to mine the resources. The development means the company is now firmly positioned as a potential toll treating operation in Western Australia's gold-rich Laverton Tectonic Zone. The farm-in agreement covers four exploration tenements and several prospecting licences, marking a pivotal step for KalGold. The company surpassed all its required metrics to reach its three-quarter stake in under two years. It swiftly defined a 76,400-ounce shallow gold resource at Kirgella Gift and Providence, grading a mineable 1 grams per tonne (g/t) gold, while unearthing significant gold anomalism at both Lighthorse and Wessex. The Lighthorse corridor, in particular, shows massive resource potential. Stretching north to within 1 kilometre of Hawthorn Resources' Anglo Saxon open pit mine, which is under care and maintenance, Lighthorse provides serious exploration upside as KalGold looks to develop its defined resources. 'In less than two years, the company has defined over 75,000 ounces of gold in a near-surface JORC resource at Kirgella Gift and Providence. Beyond this, we have defined gold mineralisation and anomalism across multiple prospects throughout the tenement package, including the hugely prospective Lighthorse and Wessex prospects.' Kalgoorlie Gold Mining managing director Matt Painter The company says its all-cash settlement minimises dilution to its shareholders, while maximising the upside for gold-hungry investors. Under the agreement, the vendors are free carried until a bankable feasibility study or decision to mine, at which point they must contribute costs or convert their 25 per cent interest into a 2 per cent net smelter royalty. Should KalGold reach a decision to mine, the company could secure full ownership of the project, cementing its control over a project sitting just 25km north of Ramelius Resources' 1-million-ounce Rebecca gold project. Rebecca is set for first production in 2027. KalGold's Pinjin project lies within the prolific Laverton Tectonic Zone, a crustal-scale suture hosting giants such as the Sunrise Dam, Granny Smith and Wallaby gold mines, which have a combined output of 30M ounces gold. The company's tenure spans a multi-kilometre corridor ripe for exploration, which is already turning up economic gold. Alongside it, historic Newmont prospects, such as T12 and T15, are yet to be fully tested. February's Lighthorse discovery has already lit up the market with more than a 400 per cent share price run on reports of high-grade hits, including 17m at 4.81g/t gold from 48m and 9m at 3.52 g/t gold from 58m. A recent reverse circulation drilling program confirmed primary orogenic gold mineralisation beneath a supergene blanket, pointing to a potentially large hydrothermal system. KalGold is wasting no time, with plans to accelerate air core, reverse circulation and and diamond drilling across the 2.4km Lighthorse corridor and beyond. Targeted geophysical programs are also on the horizon, designed to sniff out alteration zones, structures and new mineralisation. The company's track record speaks for itself: It defined 214,000 ounces of gold across its WA portfolio, including the 138,000-ounce La Mascotte deposit at its Bulong Taurus project at a discovery cost of $4.60 per ounce. The company says the farm-in deal strengthens KalGold's position to engage strategic partners. Its commanding tenure and low-cost discovery model is drawing attention in a gold market buoyed by prices above $5000 per ounce, more than 1000 times KalGold's current rate of discovery. With a clear path to potential production of its near-surface supergene gold deposits and a pipeline of exploration catalysts, KalGold is shaping up as a serious contender as a cash-flushed WA gold producer. Is your ASX-listed company doing something interesting? Contact:
Yahoo
21-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
What Purdue basketball coach Matt Painter said about freshmen, transfers
There weren't many holes to fill on a Purdue basketball roster returning a pair of All Americans, but coach Matt Painter sure is excited about who he signed. A pair of freshmen guards and a pair of portal posts will add to a Boilermakers lineup that returns its big three of Braden Smith, likely preseason national player of the year, Trey Kaufman-Renn and Fletcher Loyer. Most of the supporting cast also returned after pushing national runner-up to the buzzer in the Sweet 16. Advertisement It's in large part why many pundits picked Purdue to be among the nation's best teams in way-too-early college basketball rankings. And, with the Final Four hosted in the Circle City, it will surely be a popular pick come March should things come together as has been customary under Painter. A seemingly refreshed Painter sporting a Chicago Cubs t-shirt joined 'The Sideline with Andy Katz' podcast to discuss a number of things. Here's what Painter said about his new recruits. What Purdue basketball coach Matt Painter said about Oscar Cluff Cluff was the nation's second-leading rebounder last season and has taken an unorthodox journey to the U.S. In his native Australia, he was going to be a boilermaker. Funny how things work out. Advertisement "He was a great rebounder," Painter said. "... just his physical play, his ability to pass in the low post; we needed better rebounding. We think Daniel (Jacobsen) can help us in there. We think Oscar is probably more polished in that area. Daniel's more polished in terms of rim protection, getting flip-up lobs and using his length right there. So we feel really good about that. ... That for us was huge." Insider Oscar Cluff was destined to be a boilermaker. His world tour found Purdue's 'basketball heaven' Liam Murphy's role for Purdue basketball coach Matt Painter Murphy spent last season at North Florida, where he went on to make 104 3-pointers which tied for 18th most in Division I last season. He fills another need, Painter said. Advertisement "Losing Cam Heide, we felt like we had to get that face-up four also," Painter said. "Cam really helped us in that area, stretching the defense, just like Mason Gillis did, and so that really kind of completes our front line and we feel good about that." Insider: Offseason surgery latest hurdle for Purdue basketball transfer ready to fill his role Freshman Antione West Jr. brings versatility to Purdue basketball West is a 6-foot-3, 180-pound guard who helped lead Toledo Whitmer to the Ohio state semifinals as a junior. He was rated three stars by On3's industry rankings and No. 169 nationally. "I mentioned Antione West before as a combo guard," he said. "... who can score the basketball and is able to play either position." Advertisement And here's what Painter said in November when the Boilers announced his signing: "We are really excited to sign Antione to our squad for next season. He is going to be able to help us in a lot of different ways on both ends of the floor. He is a lead guard that can play both positions, but perhaps most importantly, he is just a player. He can score the basketball. He can catch and shoot, play off the dribble and has a very good pull-up game. I've always liked guards like him that can draw a lot of attention like he does. He has a good skill level, good speed and athleticism and loves to compete and battle. I am just really looking forward to coaching him." Insider mailbag: What will Purdue's offense look like? What's next for Boilers basketball? What Israeli guard Omer Mayer brings to Purdue basketball Mayer will be the first Boilermaker to wear No. 47, and the 6-4, 215-pound guard brings professional experience after playing alongside Trevion Williams with Maccabi Tel Aviv. Advertisement "We think he's going to be a fantastic player for us," Painter said. "He can play either position, very good with the basketball, good decision-maker, plays at an elite level in the EuroLeague ... so we're very excited about him." Insider: How Omer Mayer can elevate Purdue basketball lineup in championship hopeful season, beyond This article originally appeared on Indianapolis Star: Purdue basketball coach Matt Painter said about freshmen, transfers
Indianapolis Star
21-05-2025
- Sport
- Indianapolis Star
What Purdue basketball coach Matt Painter said about freshmen, transfers
There weren't many holes to fill on a Purdue basketball roster returning a pair of All Americans, but coach Matt Painter sure is excited about who he signed. A pair of freshmen guards and a pair of portal posts will add to a Boilermakers lineup that returns its big three of Braden Smith, likely preseason national player of the year, Trey Kaufman-Renn and Fletcher Loyer. Most of the supporting cast also returned after pushing national runner-up to the buzzer in the Sweet 16. It's in large part why many pundits picked Purdue to be among the nation's best teams in way-too-early college basketball rankings. And, with the Final Four hosted in the Circle City, it will surely be a popular pick come March should things come together as has been customary under Painter. A seemingly refreshed Painter sporting a Chicago Cubs t-shirt joined 'The Sideline with Andy Katz' podcast to discuss a number of things. Here's what Painter said about his new recruits. Cluff was the nation's second-leading rebounder last season and has taken an unorthodox journey to the U.S. In his native Australia, he was going to be a boilermaker. Funny how things work out. "He was a great rebounder," Painter said. "... just his physical play, his ability to pass in the low post; we needed better rebounding. We think Daniel (Jacobsen) can help us in there. We think Oscar is probably more polished in that area. Daniel's more polished in terms of rim protection, getting flip-up lobs and using his length right there. So we feel really good about that. ... That for us was huge." Insider Oscar Cluff was destined to be a boilermaker. His world tour found Purdue's 'basketball heaven' Murphy spent last season at North Florida, where he went on to make 104 3-pointers which tied for 18th most in Division I last season. He fills another need, Painter said. "Losing Cam Heide, we felt like we had to get that face-up four also," Painter said. "Cam really helped us in that area, stretching the defense, just like Mason Gillis did, and so that really kind of completes our front line and we feel good about that." Insider: Offseason surgery latest hurdle for Purdue basketball transfer ready to fill his role West is a 6-foot-3, 180-pound guard who helped lead Toledo Whitmer to the Ohio state semifinals as a junior. He was rated three stars by On3's industry rankings and No. 169 nationally. "I mentioned Antione West before as a combo guard," he said. "... who can score the basketball and is able to play either position." And here's what Painter said in November when the Boilers announced his signing: "We are really excited to sign Antione to our squad for next season. He is going to be able to help us in a lot of different ways on both ends of the floor. He is a lead guard that can play both positions, but perhaps most importantly, he is just a player. He can score the basketball. He can catch and shoot, play off the dribble and has a very good pull-up game. I've always liked guards like him that can draw a lot of attention like he does. He has a good skill level, good speed and athleticism and loves to compete and battle. I am just really looking forward to coaching him." Insider mailbag: What will Purdue's offense look like? What's next for Boilers basketball? Mayer will be the first Boilermaker to wear No. 47, and the 6-4, 215-pound guard brings professional experience after playing alongside Trevion Williams with Maccabi Tel Aviv. "We think he's going to be a fantastic player for us," Painter said. "He can play either position, very good with the basketball, good decision-maker, plays at an elite level in the EuroLeague ... so we're very excited about him."
