Not sure that a classic low post player is as important with the run and press approach.

(04-24-2024 08:58 AM)zablenoise Wrote:  

(04-24-2024 08:54 AM)W+M4TW Wrote:  Can't find a thing about Ryan Jackson, Jr.--anyone got highlights?

6'7" G/F is good size though, and did see his picture is in the commitment tweet, looks like a strong build.

We've got 6'8", 6'8", 6'7" now, that's decent, still need that true big for larger matchups-that redshirt from Portland could be a decent piece, he'd almost assuredly get minutes with us which could make us stand out on the list of interested schools.

Could also do some neat stuff with Chase, Pulliam, G. Dorsey, Dorsey/Collier, and this new kid if he's ready to go. That's a lineup with everyone between 6'5" - 6'8", potential for a lot of offensive rebounds and run a quick pace.

Don't want to be over eager, but I already like the freshman/d2 strategy vs going for guys looking to drop down (Dane). We've got enough of a core to take a chance on guys moving up/underrecruited HS.

Highlights package in the recruiting thread

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Gracias, oh I like this kid a lot.

Re: classic 5^^--I agree, however, I think we need just one >6'9" and strong purely for a defensive presence in OOC and the Stony Brooks/Drexels of the last few years. A Sean Sheldon would do the trick--screener and strong defense, with a pick n roll. He'd fit nicely in Earl's system.

We appear to be recruiting a number of 6'9 230lb pick and pop guys. Hopefully we can snag one.

(04-24-2024 10:11 AM)mrjoolius Wrote:  We appear to be recruiting a number of 6'9 230lb pick and pop guys. Hopefully we can snag one.

We need that and/or a true rim runner (I think Collier could be that).

(04-24-2024 10:37 AM)Tribe32 Wrote:  

(04-24-2024 10:11 AM)mrjoolius Wrote:  We appear to be recruiting a number of 6'9 230lb pick and pop guys. Hopefully we can snag one.

We need that and/or a true rim runner (I think Collier could be that).

I'm not sure if a true rim runner is as valuable in a Princeton offense that puts so much emphasis on shooting, passing, and cutting. I'd think they want a physical, good passing big that will knock down jumpers at the top of the key if not respected. I'm by no means a Princeton offense expert, but offensive black hole players that aren't strong shooters like Collier don't seem a great fit IMO. I think Charlie would have potentially been a great fit, but that ship has sailed. But, I would have also said that Chase doesn't seem like a great Princeton fit, and Earl seems absolutely smitten with him. So, what do I really know?

In my simple view, an offense built on sniping threes requires …

Backdoor cuts and other attacks on the rim to free up shooters which requires …

Open space in the low post and …

And effective high post play, especially passing.

Shaver’s offense was predicated on away from the ball movement to attack the rim. Ironically, as distraught as I was by the events of March 2019, it would have been a challenge for him to optimize Nathan Knight without clogging up the middle.

(04-24-2024 10:48 AM)mrjoolius Wrote:  

(04-24-2024 10:37 AM)Tribe32 Wrote:  

(04-24-2024 10:11 AM)mrjoolius Wrote:  We appear to be recruiting a number of 6'9 230lb pick and pop guys. Hopefully we can snag one.

We need that and/or a true rim runner (I think Collier could be that).

I'm not sure if a true rim runner is as valuable in a Princeton offense that puts so much emphasis on shooting, passing, and cutting. I'd think they want a physical, good passing big that will knock down jumpers at the top of the key if not respected. I'm by no means a Princeton offense expert, but offensive black hole players that aren't strong shooters like Collier don't seem a great fit IMO. I think Charlie would have potentially been a great fit, but that ship has sailed. But, I would have also said that Chase doesn't seem like a great Princeton fit, and Earl seems absolutely smitten with him. So, what do I really know?

I wasn't aware that Earl's offense was based on the Princeton offense. I thought it was more run and press. Thans for that clarity.

(04-24-2024 06:43 PM)Tribe32 Wrote:  I wasn't aware that Earl's offense was based on the Princeton offense. I thought it was more run and press. Thans for that clarity.

Earl is a Princeton guy. Played there and coached there. Ran a true Princeton system when he 1st got to Cornell. Over the Covid year he went to the drawing board and came up with what he does now. It is a high tempo offense with Princeton elements. Lots of 3 point shooting and back cuts. That combined with pressing to try and speed the game up.

As of 4/26, Current scholarship athletes on the Roster:

Grad F Keller Boothby

Sr G Matteus Case

Sr G Gabe Dorsey 

Sr F Caleb Dorsey

Sr F Noah Collier 

Jr G Chase Lowe

Jr G Kyle Pulliam 

Jr G Jack Scott

Fr G Isaiah Mbeng 

Fr G/F Ryan Jackson

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So what is left? My vote is for a couple of mobile 6’9” players who are good passers and a threat from the perimeter, plus an experienced true point guard in the mold of David Cohn. I sure liked that 5’10” point guard from the NAIA school that someone posted about in the transfer thread,but not sure what the NAIA competition is like. I just remember the really old days when the NAIA national tourney was a 32 team event spread over 6 days in KC, I think.

(04-26-2024 12:47 PM)WMTRIBE75 Wrote:  So what is left? My vote is for a couple of mobile 6’9” players who are good passers and a threat from the perimeter, plus an experienced true point guard in the mold of David Cohn. I sure liked that 5’10” point guard from the NAIA school that someone posted about in the transfer thread,but not sure what the NAIA competition is like. I just remember the really old days when the NAIA national tourney was a 32 team event spread over 6 days in KC, I think.

Anybody got a scoop on Jay Lemond. I don't see much action on him ??

Lemond is possible, but I'd say not probable. He seems to be getting a good mix of mid and low major interest judging by his Twitter followers.

My plan for the 3 would be:
1) another HS guard or SF
2) a productive D1 or D2 transfer pg
3) a D1 transfer big with shooting range

(04-26-2024 01:29 PM)mrjoolius Wrote:  Lemond is possible, but I'd say not probable. He seems to be getting a good mix of mid and low major interest judging by his Twitter followers.

My plan for the 3 would be:
1) another HS guard or SF
2) a productive D1 or D2 transfer pg
3) a D1 transfer big with shooting range

I saw the interest, I think he would be better off here in the offense! But who knows what these kids or coaches think!!

(04-26-2024 02:21 PM)Biggjohn43 Wrote:  I saw the interest, I think he would be better off here in the offense! But who knows what these kids or coaches think!!

I think Earl would have loved to keep him. He's made his decision though. Introducing a whole new system, I think we would be better off with an experienced guard that has been productive at the college level. Not saying Lemond couldn't be that guy, but it's a stronger bet bringing in a guard with proven productivity.

(04-26-2024 11:36 AM)mrjoolius Wrote:  As of 4/26, Current scholarship athletes on the Roster:

Grad F Keller Boothby

Sr G Matteus Case

Sr G Gabe Dorsey 

Sr F Caleb Dorsey

Sr F Noah Collier 

Jr G Chase Lowe

Jr G Kyle Pulliam 

Jr G Jack Scott

Fr G Isaiah Mbeng 

Fr G/F Ryan Jackson

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Interesting that Jackson has already signed his NLI and his announcement is on the TribeAthletics website, but there is nothing reported on MBeng's signing yet. I wonder if maybe he is being recruited as a walk on.

(04-30-2024 10:14 AM)WMTRIBE75 Wrote:  Interesting that Jackson has already signed his NLI and his announcement is on the TribeAthletics website, but there is nothing reported on MBeng's signing yet. I wonder if maybe he is being recruited as a walk on.

No, he's scholarship. We don't put out those school generated committed graphics for PWOs. He either hasn't signed his LOI yet or they are slow playing it. Also, Pulliam is listed on the roster, but not Boothby or Scott. Again, either we are waiting for the paperwork or slow to update the roster

(04-30-2024 10:19 AM)mrjoolius Wrote:  

(04-30-2024 10:14 AM)WMTRIBE75 Wrote:  Interesting that Jackson has already signed his NLI and his announcement is on the TribeAthletics website, but there is nothing reported on MBeng's signing yet. I wonder if maybe he is being recruited as a walk on.

No, he's scholarship. We don't put out those school generated committed graphics for PWOs. He either hasn't signed his LOI yet or they are slow playing it. Also, Pulliam is listed on the roster, but not Boothby or Scott. Again, either we are waiting for the paperwork or slow to update the roster

Thanks. BTW, there is an announcement about Pulliam on our website also.

Boothby now listed on roster.

I guess they are adding them as they sign
https://twitter.com/WMTribeMBB/status/17...plVOw&s=19

Hicks and Evans are on the roster.