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Post by iona81 on Nov 14, 2018 18:31:43 GMT -5
Anything can happen as we are all aware,but for now him giving a verbal means he intends to come ,there are many reasons for a prep year.i certainly don't have that answer but I have hopes he preps and comes in 202o,FWIW that's the plan. 2020 it is. And he WILL come!!
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Post by sharkey on Nov 15, 2018 15:11:45 GMT -5
Interesting article in prephoops. Bruce Guy Jr. was all set to part of the '19 class, and believes he is ready to play D1 college hoops next season. Cluess told Guy Jr. it would be best if he reclassified into the '20 class, which Guy Jr agreed to do.It sounds like Guy Jr and Cluess have developed a pretty strong relationship, but in my opinion this is a very bold decision by Cluess. Let's be honest, Iona has a history of recruits not making it on campus, nevermind a recruit waiting 2 years. This young man is very talented, and if he plays well both his Sr and prep years, there is little doubt higher level programs will recruit him. Will be interesting to see how this plays out.
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Post by ic59 on Nov 15, 2018 15:24:27 GMT -5
It could be a matter of PT. We don't lose a wing to graduation, and have one (Ross) sitting out this year. Since we lose our PG to graduation, I can see us bringing in a PG. I understand that every year, it seems, we have unexpected losses, so you never know. As fans we can be sure of one thing, TC knows what he's doing.
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Post by sharkey on Nov 15, 2018 15:51:27 GMT -5
It could be a matter of PT. We don't lose a wing to graduation, and have one (Ross) sitting out this year. Since we lose our PG to graduation, I can see us bringing in a PG. I understand that every year, it seems, we have unexpected losses, so you never know. As fans we can be sure of one thing, TC knows what he's doing. Not meant to be a knock on Cluess at all, and yes the article states that there will be lots of seniors on the roster next season. Just my opinion based on the history with some past recruits, and the fact this kid is already very good. The one good thing is that Cluess and Guy Jr have plenty of time to change their minds.
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Post by ic59 on Nov 15, 2018 17:40:49 GMT -5
sharkey, no way did I take it as a knock (on TC) on your part. And, unfortunately, history tells us that this probably won't have a happy ending. But if TC proposed that he prep for a year, then it gives me a little better feeling. (Fingers crossed).
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Post by sharkey on Dec 1, 2018 18:19:27 GMT -5
Update on Iona commit Bruce Guy Jr. Off to a fast start to his senior season. Was told by the writer Guy Jr. is playing great and expects him to have a great season, as he just keeps getting better. I really hope the idea of him reclassifying to the '20 class is not set in stone.
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Post by sharkey on Dec 16, 2018 14:21:36 GMT -5
Guy Jr. named MVP in recent tournament. Have heard he has been making perimeter shots and averaging 20+ ppg.
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Post by iona05 on Dec 16, 2018 15:29:48 GMT -5
I heard from multiple sources that Guy is one of the most talented four year recruits we’ve landed in a long time! Somebody compared to him to Rudy Gay and Kevin Knox.
Fingers crossed that he comes to campus ASAP!!
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Post by iona81 on Dec 16, 2018 15:34:25 GMT -5
TC recruited and signed him,this should be a solid signing,I guess stranger things have happened
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Post by sharkey on Dec 16, 2018 15:42:48 GMT -5
I would have to say comparing him to Rudy Gay and Kevin Knox is a bit of a stretch, but have been told by a couple of writers that Guy Jr. is a steal for Iona, and are kind of surprised of the plan that Cluess wants him to reclass to the '20 recruiting cycle. Kid feels he is ready to contribute next season at the college level. He is a legit 3-star recruit in some recruiting sites. Yes, have been told this is totally a Cluess recruit.
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Post by iona05 on Dec 16, 2018 16:30:27 GMT -5
I would have to say comparing him to Rudy Gay and Kevin Knox is a bit of a stretch, but have been told by a couple of writers that Guy Jr. is a steal for Iona, and are kind of surprised of the plan that Cluess wants him to reclass to the '20 recruiting cycle. Kid feels he is ready to contribute next season at the college level. He is a legit 3-star recruit in some recruiting sites. Yes, have been told this is totally a Cluess recruit. Meant a poor man's version of both obviously.
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Post by sharkey on Dec 16, 2018 16:35:53 GMT -5
I would have to say comparing him to Rudy Gay and Kevin Knox is a bit of a stretch, but have been told by a couple of writers that Guy Jr. is a steal for Iona, and are kind of surprised of the plan that Cluess wants him to reclass to the '20 recruiting cycle. Kid feels he is ready to contribute next season at the college level. He is a legit 3-star recruit in some recruiting sites. Yes, have been told this is totally a Cluess recruit. Meant a poor man's version of both obviously. I know. I am just gun shy over any hype over the team or recruits. There has been plenty going back to the preseason, yet here we are. To be clear, I am also guilty of the hype. I posted more than once on the MAAC board, that I felt this team could develop and be better than last season's Iona team. The MAAC board is less forgiving, as I continue eating my humble pie..lol Well except for Iona1970...he hasn't been very forgiving..
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Post by jb on Dec 16, 2018 16:45:20 GMT -5
81 did he sign a LOI. Thanks
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Post by sharkey on Dec 16, 2018 16:59:15 GMT -5
81 did he sign a LOI. Thanks Pretty sure he is not allowed to sign a LOI now since he is a '20 recruit
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Post by ncgaelfan on Dec 17, 2018 16:07:08 GMT -5
Puzzled why Cluess would encourage a prized recruit to reclassify for a year at prep school where he will certainly be recruited by a new group of schools. There must be a reason. Maybe his relationship with Guy is that strong? You seem to have some insight, Sharkey.
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