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Post by GuyF on Jun 26, 2024 10:28:26 GMT -5
How does this year's team compare to last year's team at this very, very early stage? I think the only one who could answer that question would be Tobin.
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Post by ic59 on Jun 26, 2024 11:10:26 GMT -5
Naturally, TA and his staff would be in the best position to answer it, but I think we all have an opinion. And this is mine.
TA and his staff now have a year's experience coaching in a mid-major school, so they have a better idea of the teams in the MAAC, and that alone should be a big help, even though many/all MAAC teams had big roster turnover. They also, know the problems, last year Iona's team had, and I'm SURE they recruited certain type players that should help solve those problems. TA has enjoyed a great deal of success over the years, and there is no reason to think that he has forgotten how to coach.
And, while It's only my opinion, though based upon writeups, player history, and videos, I think it's fair to say that this team has much more talent, than last year's. But, there is still a problem, and the problem is NIL, which impacts PT. All coaches must deal with this. Do you just play your best players, at the cost of losing talented, though inexperienced, players? It's a tough call at the mid-major level, unlike the Big Schools who are used to "One and Done" for years. Pre-Portal and NIL, I would be shouting that there is a night and day difference.
Now, all I'm sure of is that this team will be a lot more fun to watch. And, I'm Garth Short and I approve this message.
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Post by ic59 on Jun 26, 2024 11:23:51 GMT -5
Speaking of Njie, Due to Hayes' late graduation date, he missed enrolling for Iona's June semester. So, I'm guessing he has to wait to enroll in July, and thus can't practice, until he's enrolled.
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Post by ncgaelfan on Jun 26, 2024 15:27:38 GMT -5
59, very much agree with you regarding the talent level. Also seems the frontcourt players are more aggressive. Highlight reel is highlight reel but Njie looks incredibly skilled. Can't wait to tip it off for real and know for sure.
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Post by ic59 on Jun 26, 2024 16:20:06 GMT -5
Guy, two numbers that you didn't mention. At one point #12 was guarding Moundi, and I assume that's Emuobor. And, also #24 making a pass, and I guess that's Menard.
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Post by GuyF on Jun 26, 2024 17:50:31 GMT -5
Guy, two numbers that you didn't mention. At one point #12 was guarding Moundi, and I assume that's Emuobor. And, also #24 making a pass, and I guess that's Menard. 24 is Menard, forgot to add him. Missed 12, so I'll live dangerously and take your word for it.
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Post by ic59 on Jun 26, 2024 18:55:14 GMT -5
Not to brag, but my eyesight is 20/86.
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Post by GuyF on Jun 26, 2024 20:16:34 GMT -5
Connor Horan is a Middlesex Magic kid that we'll see added to the roster. He's a walk-on.
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Post by GuyF on Jun 26, 2024 20:25:24 GMT -5
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Post by gregcrow on Jun 26, 2024 21:36:52 GMT -5
Connor Horan is a Middlesex Magic kid that we'll see added to the roster. He's a walk-on. That was my nickname in High School
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Post by epatrick on Jun 26, 2024 22:47:44 GMT -5
Not to brag, but my eyesight is 20/86. I only have hindsight. It's 20-20.
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Post by ic59 on Jun 27, 2024 5:55:03 GMT -5
Connor Horan is a Middlesex Magic kid that we'll see added to the roster. He's a walk-on. That was my nickname in High School Are we expected to believe that you actually made it to HS? Mark me down as not convinced.
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Post by ic59 on Jun 27, 2024 6:06:22 GMT -5
I know it's only about a one minute video, but that's probably all we've seen of the team, so far. So, my question is this. Was there any one thing/play that impressed you? For me, it was Yaphet Moundi finishing at the rim with his left hand, and I'm assuming he's primarily a right handed shooter.
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Post by ic59 on Jun 27, 2024 8:24:10 GMT -5
Guy, two numbers that you didn't mention. At one point #12 was guarding Moundi, and I assume that's Emuobor. And, also #24 making a pass, and I guess that's Menard. I was definitely wrong about #12. You named him as Michigan, who is a white kid while Emuobor is black, and it is a white kid who was guarding Moundi.
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Post by GuyF on Jun 27, 2024 9:10:47 GMT -5
Guy, two numbers that you didn't mention. At one point #12 was guarding Moundi, and I assume that's Emuobor. And, also #24 making a pass, and I guess that's Menard. I was definitely wrong about #12. You named him as Michigan, who is a white kid while Emuobor is black, and it is a white kid who was guarding Moundi. Well, I said I was living dangerously.
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