Agree on BJL, but if I was coach I would bring him back, instead of bringing on another juco or frosh.
I would love to see BJL back, but the greater need is an experienced PG. Iona needs to replace lots of scoring. I see Clayton as the perfect replacement for Jolly, and honestly their games are pretty similar.
Sharkey,
Even if Duach and/or Wildy don’t come back next season, opening up a scholarship or two.
To me it seems BJL’s status next season will involve an in-depth discussion with RP and the landscape of the 22/23 roster.
I also agree the most pressing need is to replace Joiner with an experienced senior or grad student transfer.
I would love to see BJL back, but the greater need is an experienced PG. Iona needs to replace lots of scoring. I see Clayton as the perfect replacement for Jolly, and honestly their games are pretty similar.
Sharkey,
Even if Duach and/or Wildy don’t come back next season, opening up a scholarship or two.
To me it seems BJL’s status next season will involve an in-depth discussion with RP and the landscape of the 22/23 roster.
I also agree the most pressing need is to replace Joiner with an experienced senior or grad student transfer.
Will be interesting to see if everyone comes back. I can't speak for Duach, but I do know that despite not getting any PT, James and Wildy love it at Iona. Recent tweet has PG Jordan Pope planning to visit Iona soon, being from California I would assume it's an official visit, so he might be in line if 2nd scholarship opens up. Just my opinion, current open scholarship goes to experienced PG from transfer portal. If another opens up, have to believe BJL will be in mix with other possible transfers or Jordan Pope if he wants to come to Iona. Will be interesting to see how it all plays out.
I know one thing, Pitino isn't looking to rebuild next season, but rather take Iona up another level
Even if Duach and/or Wildy don’t come back next season, opening up a scholarship or two.
To me it seems BJL’s status next season will involve an in-depth discussion with RP and the landscape of the 22/23 roster.
I also agree the most pressing need is to replace Joiner with an experienced senior or grad student transfer.
Will be interesting to see if everyone comes back. I can't speak for Duach, but I do know that despite not getting any PT, James and Wildy love it at Iona. Recent tweet has PG Jordan Pope planning to visit Iona soon, being from California I would assume it's an official visit, so he might be in line if 2nd scholarship opens up. Just my opinion, current open scholarship goes to experienced PG from transfer portal. If another opens up, have to believe BJL will be in mix with other possible transfers or Jordan Pope if he wants to come to Iona. Will be interesting to see how it all plays out.
I know one thing, Pitino isn't looking to rebuild next season, but rather take Iona up another level
I think Wildy and James will see more playing time as they mature. I think there is potential in both.
Will be interesting to see if everyone comes back. I can't speak for Duach, but I do know that despite not getting any PT, James and Wildy love it at Iona. Recent tweet has PG Jordan Pope planning to visit Iona soon, being from California I would assume it's an official visit, so he might be in line if 2nd scholarship opens up. Just my opinion, current open scholarship goes to experienced PG from transfer portal. If another opens up, have to believe BJL will be in mix with other possible transfers or Jordan Pope if he wants to come to Iona. Will be interesting to see how it all plays out.
I know one thing, Pitino isn't looking to rebuild next season, but rather take Iona up another level
I think Wildy and James will see more playing time as they mature. I think there is potential in both.
Oddly, Duach seems to get no love. I was excited most about him as a recruit than any of the other freshman so hoping he stays and gets a ton of development in the offseason. Needs to get stronger for sure but the talent is there.
I think Wildy and James will see more playing time as they mature. I think there is potential in both.
Oddly, Duach seems to get no love. I was excited most about him as a recruit than any of the other freshman so hoping he stays and gets a ton of development in the offseason. Needs to get stronger for sure but the talent is there.
Pitino said one of the freshmen isn’t working hard enough, may be him.
No idea where to post this, so might as well be here since it impacts the '22 roster. Didn't know the rules changed. Lots of people on Twitter are surprised to read this, so maybe Rothstein is wrong? If true this season will be the end of BJL at Iona. Really wanted him back
I'm not sure this is correct. Feel like we'd all have known. Pretty certain Pitino and Berrick have talked about it too.
The greatest poster in the history of the MAAC as determined by THREE separate polls.
Will be interesting to see if everyone comes back. I can't speak for Duach, but I do know that despite not getting any PT, James and Wildy love it at Iona. Recent tweet has PG Jordan Pope planning to visit Iona soon, being from California I would assume it's an official visit, so he might be in line if 2nd scholarship opens up. Just my opinion, current open scholarship goes to experienced PG from transfer portal. If another opens up, have to believe BJL will be in mix with other possible transfers or Jordan Pope if he wants to come to Iona. Will be interesting to see how it all plays out.
I know one thing, Pitino isn't looking to rebuild next season, but rather take Iona up another level
I think Wildy and James will see more playing time as they mature. I think there is potential in both.
Especially Wildy.. surprised his minutes have not increased this season . Very active underneath.
I think Wildy and James will see more playing time as they mature. I think there is potential in both.
Especially Wildy.. surprised his minutes have not increased this season . Very active underneath.
Not sure, but to me it looks like that Wildy is not strong enough to play this season. Has shown range on his shot and can get up and down the court, quickly, so I'm hoping that by next year he'll be able to contribute.
Especially Wildy.. surprised his minutes have not increased this season . Very active underneath.
Not sure, but to me it looks like that Wildy is not strong enough to play this season. Has shown range on his shot and can get up and down the court, quickly, so I'm hoping that by next year he'll be able to contribute.
No idea where to post this, so might as well be here since it impacts the '22 roster. Didn't know the rules changed. Lots of people on Twitter are surprised to read this, so maybe Rothstein is wrong? If true this season will be the end of BJL at Iona. Really wanted him back
I'm not sure this is correct. Feel like we'd all have known. Pretty certain Pitino and Berrick have talked about it too.
So as a follow up, I asked a couple writers about this Rothstein tweet, who are very informed about this topic and spoke to some coaches.
It appears that this rule is not official yet,which is why it's not widely known by fan bases. However it's expected that the NCAA will make this official, where only 13 scholarships will be allowed and kids using their "covid" year WILL count against the 13 scholarship limit. Supposedly coaches are aware of this.
This will have a impact on multiple MAAC programs. Interesting to see how it plays out
sharkey, 86, any recent news on our four commits? Thanks in advance.
No recent news on Ayo and Florence. Miami Prep Elite is playing this weekend in a event at IMG academy in Florida. Watched parts of their games from Friday/Saturday. Games are very hard to watch because their PG is far from pass first..lol.
Grullon has played well, kid has nice handle and can score. Very good 3pt shooter.
After watching many games, I had some question about Howells, and quite frankly was wondering why the staff took his commitment so early. He's a 6'9" kid who has strictly played on the perimeter. Has a great stroke from 3 but in the games I have watched, he hasn't shot well. Didn't start these past 2 games, but yesterday was the best I have seen him play. Hit a couple long threes, but most important was much more active playing some in the paint on both sides of the court.
Both kids will be much better playing with a real PG in a real offensive system. Not sure what kind of coaching they are getting in practice, but the coach is a lunatic on the sidelines. The Pitino development system will do wonders for the both of them
sharkey, 86, any recent news on our four commits? Thanks in advance.
No recent news on Ayo and Florence. Miami Prep Elite is playing this weekend in a event at IMG academy in Florida. Watched parts of their games from Friday/Saturday. Games are very hard to watch because their PG is far from pass first..lol.
Grullon has played well, kid has nice handle and can score. Very good 3pt shooter.
After watching many games, I had some question about Howells, and quite frankly was wondering why the staff took his commitment so early. He's a 6'9" kid who has strictly played on the perimeter. Has a great stroke from 3 but in the games I have watched, he hasn't shot well. Didn't start these past 2 games, but yesterday was the best I have seen him play. Hit a couple long threes, but most important was much more active playing some in the paint on both sides of the court.
Both kids will be much better playing with a real PG in a real offensive system. Not sure what kind of coaching they are getting in practice, but the coach is a lunatic on the sidelines. The Pitino development system will do wonders for the both of them
Should we put up a Real PG Needed sign? Or do you think that WC can fill that role?
No recent news on Ayo and Florence. Miami Prep Elite is playing this weekend in a event at IMG academy in Florida. Watched parts of their games from Friday/Saturday. Games are very hard to watch because their PG is far from pass first..lol.
Grullon has played well, kid has nice handle and can score. Very good 3pt shooter.
After watching many games, I had some question about Howells, and quite frankly was wondering why the staff took his commitment so early. He's a 6'9" kid who has strictly played on the perimeter. Has a great stroke from 3 but in the games I have watched, he hasn't shot well. Didn't start these past 2 games, but yesterday was the best I have seen him play. Hit a couple long threes, but most important was much more active playing some in the paint on both sides of the court.
Both kids will be much better playing with a real PG in a real offensive system. Not sure what kind of coaching they are getting in practice, but the coach is a lunatic on the sidelines. The Pitino development system will do wonders for the both of them
Should we put up a Real PG Needed sign? Or do you think that WC can fill that role?
I really hope Pitino recruits a proven D1 PG, like he did with Joiner. I prefer Clayton to fill in the role of Jolly. Their games are similar, shoot the three, attack the rim..2 athletic guards with size who play without fear and just bully teams in the paint. Let Clayton do his thing without the extra burden of playing PG and he will be All-MAAC next season
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No recent news on Ayo and Florence. Miami Prep Elite is playing this weekend in a event at IMG academy in Florida. Watched parts of their games from Friday/Saturday. Games are very hard to watch because their PG is far from pass first..lol.
Grullon has played well, kid has nice handle and can score. Very good 3pt shooter.
After watching many games, I had some question about Howells, and quite frankly was wondering why the staff took his commitment so early. He's a 6'9" kid who has strictly played on the perimeter. Has a great stroke from 3 but in the games I have watched, he hasn't shot well. Didn't start these past 2 games, but yesterday was the best I have seen him play. Hit a couple long threes, but most important was much more active playing some in the paint on both sides of the court.
Both kids will be much better playing with a real PG in a real offensive system. Not sure what kind of coaching they are getting in practice, but the coach is a lunatic on the sidelines. The Pitino development system will do wonders for the both of them
Should we put up a Real PG Needed sign? Or do you think that WC can fill that role?
You do realize he has had Myers at the point the last couple of games when joiner goes out, that is scary enough