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I get Fuchs is our center but we need rim protection like it’s going out of style (height). And depth at the 5. Green is too small at the 4 if we go up against a big team. Last season, our guards got beat a lot and we didn’t have that true rim protector in the paint. If we get Zapala, the staff is ...

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Man, our message board is incredibly negative. Have people forgotten that we have a starting center? And not just any center, but one who had a solid freshman year, better than many good A10 bigs in the past. A starting center, we should be excited about coming back in a world where a lot of young,...

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This is a guy who couldn't get off the bench for Utah State for 3 years, transferred to Longwwod and played 16 minutes per game. I guess we just need a big body, but he does nothing for me. That's the best we can do? Yes Billy didn’t do much at Utah State. He would be more of a depth piece for us.

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There's a huge difference between Danny and Archie. No matter how bad the team was, they always played hard for Dan. As we saw last year, that's not the case with Archie. Forget the X's and O's of Dan's offense. Forget the packline defense of Archie. If kids are at least giving 100% effort, I'm som...

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Szymon Zapala Is coming off of a visit to Wichita State wouldn’t be surprised if he ends up there Got a good feeling about Zapala He might currently be visiting right now, can’t confirm. Noticed Rhody MBB started following him and they only follow transfers that have signed. I would take Zapala or ...

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It’s all about how the coach connects with the kids on top of NIL, I don’t see Archie connecting with kids in today day and age. This!! Nobody wants to acknowledge this here but this is where I am at. We are punching way below our weight when it comes to recruiting in the A10 and it is not all rela...

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No one is coming here or not coming here based on the defensive philosophy of the coach. That’s as silly as when PC fans claimed Cooley didn’t get certain recruits because he ran a flex offense a few times a game. That’s not a thing. Silly? Really? You’re a 3 or 4star. You’ve got similar NIL offers...

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Then why did our 4 best players stay? Even though the lead recruiter on them left? Why did Lawrence come? Not everyone is as salty and negative on our coach as an unfortunately vocal group on here. Then again this is the same message board that was clamoring for Dan Hurley to get fired in Feb 2017....

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It’s all about how the coach connects with the kids on top of NIL, I don’t see Archie connecting with kids in today day and age. Then why did our 4 best players stay? Even though the lead recruiter on them left? Why did Lawrence come? Not everyone is as salty and negative on our coach as an unfortu...

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A good addition for Joyce and Duquesne.
They are loading up on guards.
He averaged 12.4 pts/ 6.6 rebs for GW last season.

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Their first NCAA appearance since 1977, and the coach who got them there retired…so yes, surprised. I wouldn't be so shocked. Their recent success with winning the A10T plus a win in the NCAAT last season along with the shoutouts from LeBron means much more than past history to these current player...

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Good local article on Wilborn https://www.middletownpress.com/gametimect/article/eli-wilborn-nec-st-francis-pa-men-s-basketball-18608560.php Yes Ramster, I had read that earlier, it's a nice piece. He was excited to play against Central Ct so his family, friends, and inner circle could attend and w...

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Good local article on Wilborn https://www.middletownpress.com/gametimect/article/eli-wilborn-nec-st-francis-pa-men-s-basketball-18608560.php Yes Ramster, I had read that earlier, it's a nice piece. He was excited to play against Central Ct so his family, friends, and inner circle could attend and w...

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So, we could be losing a recruiting battle to Duquesne? They were in the NCAAT this year. Why are you surprised? Their first NCAA appearance since 1977, and the coach who got them there retired…so yes, surprised. I wouldn't be so shocked. Their recent success with winning the A10T plus a win in the...

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The one time #notcommitted is a good thing. I have a feeling he ends up in the A10 The Dukes also looking at PF Myles Foster who was scheduled to visit there. Last season he averaged 12.4 pts/ 8 rebs at Illinois State (MVC). He is from Brooklyn, NY and a multi-transfer, also spent time at Monmouth....

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https://www.instagram.com/p/C6mm-pSOkRt/?igsh=MWN2MWFoaTFlODUxdw== The one time #notcommitted is a good thing. I have a feeling he ends up in the A10 The Dukes also looking at PF Myles Foster who was scheduled to visit there. Last season he averaged 12.4 pts/ 8 rebs at Illinois State (MVC). He is f...

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$2 mil for one year? If that tweet is accurate, 78, that is crazy. I wonder what he was paid for last season? When will this NIL payout market find a level? It has to, right? But then, maybe not? I guess as long as there are desperate programs and desperate collectives, it will just continue to go ...

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Ramfan22 wrote: ↑2 days ago Jamarii Thomas has flipped his commitment from VCU to South Carolina.

Yep, that was fast.
What the portal gives it takes away even quicker.
This is a $ business.

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steveystuds06 wrote: ↑2 days ago As I said I don’t think we land Wilborn and he goes high major.

If Traore is the best big we can get we’re in serious trouble with our frontcourt.

Traore wouldn't be a bad addition if we can add several other pieces upfront that would be more of an impact.

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Billyboy78 wrote: ↑2 days ago There goes another one.

Wow, with Conway going to the BIG, that concerns me with Wilborn.
Not sure how good our chances would be with him, hope they are putting in an all-out effort.

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It has been a little quiet for us lately, so I thought I would do a little mental masturbation exercise. After looking at how the A10 teams are coming together so far, I did my "Way Too Early" predictions. Broken out into 3 tiers (5 teams, no particular order) and subject to change rather...

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It has been a little quiet for us lately, so I thought I would do a little mental masturbation exercise. After looking at how the A10 teams are coming together so far, I did my "Way Too Early" predictions. Broken out into 3 tiers (5 teams, no particular order) and subject to change rather ...

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Committed to Charleston

Billyboy78 wrote: ↑2 weeks ago

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Ramster, out of sincere curiosity on my part, do you know for a fact that Hammond is doing what is best for his family or are you making an assumption ? I don’t know his background, his family situation, his family’s financial situation, etc. which is why I ask. I get disappointed, frustrated and j...

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Can’t do 4 guard lineups anymore. A10 is getting bigger. Yeah the 4 guard lineup was only feasible because of the absence of Bilau and Green and needing an alternative to Brown and Fuchs on the floor at the same time. Either way, Mr Whitmore is following all these big guys. Perhaps someone is visit...

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Agree. Done. He had 1 year of double figure scoring his Junior Year after 2 so-so years in the Coastal Athletic Conf with UNC Wilmington. 1 year of eligibility left coming from Norfolk State which plays in the 32nd ranked conference out of 33 conferences. IMG_3407.jpeg IMG_3364.jpeg He won't be a s...

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Wow, props to Grant and Dayton for landing Posh, huge.
They are loaded at guard with Posh, Malachi, Cheeks, and Bennett.

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Jeff Goodman
@GoodmanHoops
George Washington has landed Delaware transfer Gerald Drumgoole Jr., source told
@TheFieldOf68
.

Averaged 13.9 points last season and shot 37 percent from 3.

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I wouldn’t call it a huge addition at this point. Still Rhody Vault already calling him “a star in the A10” Better screenshot that one Agree. Done. He had 1 year of double figure scoring his Junior Year after 2 so-so years in the Coastal Athletic Conf with UNC Wilmington. 1 year of eligibility left...

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Ramfan22 wrote: ↑5 days ago
Jersey77 wrote: ↑5 days ago
Roddie Anderson from Boise State, and Cam’ron Fletcher from SLU are both visiting SLU I believe

They believe Roddie will commit, not so sure about Fletcher.

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Huge addition for Odom and VCU. https://x.com/portal_updates/status/1785478257762329082 For comparison’s sake, Bassy filled the stat sheet better in just about every category but shooting % in the #21 ranked conference, while the MEAC is ranked #32. I wouldn’t call it a huge addition at this point....

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Yes. So what's the point of having it? I guess because of tradition and the recruits like the drama and feel like it is a big deal for them. The point of having it is supposed to be to "close" your recruitment. Once both sides have signed it other schools are not allowed to recruit you an...

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It never really meant much anyway though. The vast majority of schools would always let players out of their NLI if they requested it before to. They ALL were let out of it, if the recruit asked for it. The team and coaches don't really want a player who doesn't want to be there. Besides if the sch...

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adam914 wrote: ↑5 days ago I wonder if Goodman plans on releasing the names of the schools that told him they are paying players. Seems like that would be a pretty big story!

It is looking like the NCAA will soon be allowing all member schools to participate in contributing to the "Collectives".

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Most of us said he's not a big loss for NEXT year. As a freshman. We also said that many players like Ben tend to leave, go to a high-major, and transfer. And I can promise you that at least one person in our program felt like Ben would not stay here long term because they messaged me that the day ...

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Another good get for Skinn and GM.
Watch out for Mason, they can make some noise in 24-25.

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With our current roster, the chances of us landing three more starters are slim to none. House, Green, and Lawerence are definitely starting. Fuchs and Bassy are most likely starting or, at the very least, playing starter minutes. Cam should have a big role. I think we could land a starting-caliber...

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UConn with Hurley has it going and will probably be favored again.
But Creighton should be up there again this season.

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If he could is a big if, NYG. I don’t think we can yet as I don’t believe we are able to from an NIL standpoint at this point in time. We are paying for the core and the 3 new players we brought in already. Do you know that we have the NIL money available to add 3 more talented starters in addition...

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Tennessee would be a great landing spot for him, if he gets that chance, take it.

Playing and learning under Zeigler, who he compares with well, would be the perfect opportunity for him.

Plus, the chance to go to a nationally ranked team, that also just went to the Elite 8 and play under Barnes.

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Scott, maybe you can bring this up.
Mason fans seemed a little bummed about his departure.

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Loyola may be the only A10 team that currently has their entire 24-25 roster filled, all 13 scholarships. They seem to have a solid rotation and could finish in the top 4 again. They return: (CG/Wing)) Watson - 2nt Team All-A10 (23-24) averaged 12.6 pts (39% 3PT)/4.6 rebs. (C) Miles- All-Defensive ...

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His thoughts on the NIL and portal and how it is affecting the A10.

How is Jalen Haynes and the decision to RS in 23-24.
Overcoming the losses of Hall, Okojie, and Polite.
Impact of returning guard Maddox.
His portal additions Emejuru, Johnson, Quigley, and O'Connor.

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Loyola may be the only A10 team that currently has their entire 24-25 roster filled, all 13 scholarships. They seem to have a solid rotation and could finish in the top 4 again. They return: (CG/Wing)) Watson - 2nt Team All-A10 (23-24) averaged 12.6 pts (39% 3PT)/4.6 rebs. (C) Miles- All-Defensive T...

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