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RJRam

Not to interrupt, this BS conversation.
I noted in the Longwood vs Asheville video, the announcer stated that Longwood plays a Packline Gap defense. Fits right in.

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Video looked good to me. Not a great leaper, but we all know that white guys can’t jump. But seems to move his feet well and can run the floor a little. Good hands and aggressive. I think he can give us some minutes and give us a different look. The Nellie nay sayers are nuts. Sign him up.

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I hope the boo-birds stay on their couches and watch from home. When I am at the Ryan Center, I'm rooting for the kids, but really I'm also rooting for the team and the University. Unlike PC where only a small percentage of their crowds have any attachment to the school, Ryan Center crowds have a hi...

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Is it possible that Foumina could return? I was a little disappointed that he entered the portal. What do you all think? No guaranteed playing time or nil.

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Yeah I’m actually on the Bassy train think it’s a nice pickup and I think he will do well , I’m thinking he averages over 12 a game as well as being a solid distributor in over 30 minutes as a starter and I've never seen him just 'give up' either...and I can't think of anyone on last year's team th...

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Honestly that is an underwhelming list. Come back to Rhody Ben! This list reflects badly on our program no? We should be ahead of a lot of these clubs in the pecking order. Is it possible Miller cut bait for some reason on Hammond? It’s all seeming a bit weird….at first glance this is a kick in the...

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IMHO He was an undersize point guard that still has a lot to prove. I saw the videos, and he did look good. But I'll take a mature full size point guard any day and move on.

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Let’s move on. I won’t miss him.

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Have heard that Pepperdine has an awesome looking campus.... Rhody played there when Harrick was coach. Beautiful campus that overlooks Malibu. Those were the days! That was a Xmas tournament in Harrick 2nd season we lost to Pepperdine then beat Eastern Michigan the next night New Year's Eve in Mar...

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https://x.com/derek__murray/status/1770527263253045547?s=46 Dude averaged 8.7 PPG on 36% shooting (29% 3 Pointers) for an atrocious 6-26 Pacific squad. Archie needs to do a lot better than this going into a critical 3rd year. Speaking of Pacific, did anyone see their loss to Pepperdine in the WCC t...

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He needs to get more physical and learn to play through contact on both ends of the floor.

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OK Everyone is excited about the offensive stats. What about defensive stats, and free-throws.

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steviep123 wrote: ↑2 months ago

Maybe one year, but two?

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Estevez actually fighting through screens. Finally!!

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reef wrote: ↑2 months ago Really nice achievement for the 20 year old , he’s built like a rock let’s hope he keeps working and getting that outside shot down so he can score inside and out
Love him being a double double machine

And learn the art of the dish!

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Rhody15 wrote: ↑2 months ago Back 40 is also a great spot, close enough to both Shaidzon along with The Ryan Center.

It is popular, but the menu is really lacking.

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What doesn't get mentioned in this conversation, is that Arch wasn't even coaching when we hired him. Therefore he probably wasn't actively recruiting and therefore was out of touch with incoming freshman. Not only that, but because he wasn't coaching, he was unable to get a few of his players to tr...

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If we allow them to score 80, they win. Case closed. If we hold them to 73 or less, we have a chance. In my mind, it is all about our defense.

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I don’t know if it was mentioned, but I think the press finally had a mike to ask Archie questions after the game Saturday. Maybe they are listening?

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Personally, I would prefer a beefier big. Jeremy gives us a player that I imagine is more like IM. I think adding a hefty big, more like Joe, gives the team more options. Of course, I wouldn't pass on him, I just wouldn't prioritize him. And by the sound of Archie's interview, I wouldn't be surprise...

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Pressure the ball no matter where it is, take the opponent to out of what they want to do, make them uncomfortable……..doesn’t know if those are principles of packline? Also a little anticipation to deflect or steal a pass or two? I've seen Estevez show some signs of anticipating the competition's p...

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IMO, this team desperately needs a strong, athletic, 6'9 or taller, big. It appears that Joe will not play any more this season. His absence killed last season and looks to do the same to this season. Brown and Fuchs are not able to make other teams worry about attacking the rim. Our defense would i...

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I think confidence is very important to the offense. But I don't think they ever "play their ass off on defense". And there lies the problem!

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I don’t see the Delroy comp besides them both being 6’7 lefties. Del was a slasher with a really good handle and slithery in traffic. Green seems to rely more on strength and high IQ. Regardless he’s our most impt player after just 1 game. His previous stats in CUSA and CAA don’t add up to me. Eith...

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I still think you need to get Zek and House going to have any chance at a mid A-10 finish. Also, I’m not in the Archie camp that this game was good defensively. Delaware is a stone throw away from D2 and they dominated us. I also question where the preparation was for this game as 13 was basically ...

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Billyboy78 wrote: ↑4 months ago
Rhodymob05 wrote: ↑4 months ago There’s no way Bronny makes that lol
https://1075thefan.com/playlist/top-20- ... aluations/

How about #13 Bryce James, committed to Duquesne, $1.2M?

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PeterRamTime wrote: ↑4 months ago
RJRam wrote: ↑4 months ago D-FENCE! REBOUNDING! Let's see them!
They put an emphasis on it all week.

Let's see if there's a difference.

And let's add two more secondary things. TURNOVERS! FOUL SHOTS!
Our offense will take care of itself.

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D-FENCE! REBOUNDING! Let's see them!

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Time to change perceptions. Time to man up.
Go Rhody!

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I didn't see it mentioned here. This year URI has doubled the donation level at which one is offered AMP PC tickets through URI. Unfortunately, I am no longer eligible. Bought better seats thru Stub Hub at about the same price. I hope I get them. If our guys can settle in, get a few shots to drop ea...

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During Archie recent interviews, he mentioned that he didn’t like the body language of some of his players. Weston is a prime culprit. His body language is terrible and it always has been. I don’t know if he can change it.

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I think my complaint is more like a Post-Game Experiences, but I thought I would put it out there anyway. Why can't they do a better job on the post game interviews. Like how about a mike for the questions and a better feed for the whole thing. And while I'm at it, why can't we also be on the radio....

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Ramster, very interesting, but please review full season opponents numbers.

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Stop the BS. These kids aren't winning. And even if they do, let them keep the money. Just make a donation and feel good about it. Excuse me? Ain't winning? You wanna hand over all your Rhody gear too? I root hard, but I don't dream quite that big. Plus I have some pretty rare t shirts and collecta...

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Stop the BS. These kids aren't winning. And even if they do, let them keep the money. Just make a donation and feel good about it.

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In as always. Section 213. I did a little checking, and it may be my 50th year as a season ticket holder. Holy schitt's creek! Goes by fast. Looking forward to the new influx of talent coming this year and next. The only years, in my mind, that compared to last year were the Jerry D years that lacke...

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Fair or not, Euro players used to have a rep of being skilled but soft. Fuchs doesn’t look soft. I agree. I took some criticism way back when discussing Alex. I thought his competition in France was probably soft. But I think David is playing against Pros. $$$ When dinner is involved, I would think...

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steveystuds06 wrote: ↑10 months ago I'll be in the Ryan Center if we suck or if we are the best team in the country. If we suck, I may be cheering for the head coach to get fired, but I can't imagine not wanting to watch URI basketball at the Ryan Center.. To each their own

I have, and I will. Amen.

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The A10 is no longer a relevant basketball conference. There is no such thing any longer of a mid-major conference. There are "haves" and "have-nots". The ship has sailed. We play in the minor leagues. As soon as we develop a good player, he will be gone to a major league progra...

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Billyboy78 wrote: ↑11 months ago If Foumena is one of the top bigs in the nation this year, where will he be playing next year?

This has become an all too common reaction. I say, let's ease off the negativity, and let the dreamers dream. It's much more fun.

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Although it is a huge stretch to predict a national title in 5 years, there has always been a huge pool of talented hockey players in this area.

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If I were a college coach in this new "Portal" environment, I would have to be constantly rethinking on how best to adapt my coaching philosophies. I think the concept of focusing recruiting on just freshmen, has obviously changed to bringing in a mixture of transfers and freshmen. It's pr...

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Listen, IMO, this young man is extremely athletic and would have been a real stud if he had grown up playing basketball in the US with good tough competition. As it stands, a good wind knocks him off balance. He needs to play in a low conference or Division 2. He had a year in SEC and a year at URI...

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He shot 10-51 = 19.6% from behind the arc this season During a 13 game stretch he went 3-31 for 9.7% Yet, he was still one of the most talented players on the team...hopefully, he decides to come back My take is that it wasn't that Carey was good, it was just that the rest of the team, other than I...

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Listen, IMO, this young man is extremely athletic and would have been a real stud if he had grown up playing basketball in the US with good tough competition. As it stands, a good wind knocks him off balance. He needs to play in a low conference or Division 2. He had a year in SEC and a year at URI ...

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Could possibly teach Rory a thing or two about adding an inside game.

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With the right amount of NILDO we could play our games at Zuccolo gym and practice at Rainone gym and get great players. Ramulous, I was on my first basketball team at 6 yrs old. We played at Rainone Gym. The floor was cement back then (I think the hardwood floor was put in 3-4 yrs later maybe). On...

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bigappleram wrote: ↑1 year ago 1 thing I did find is his brothers name is All Wright.
Amazing stuff.

Sister's name Just-ine?

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reef wrote: ↑1 year ago Give me 2 studs regardless of the position !!

Not as good. Especially with the mediocrity that our players have demonstrated. Spread out the studs to spread out the defense. It's an easy game.

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We need 2 studs! One at PG and one in the front court, either forward or center. 2 guys that can win the close games. We are lacking in that category. Ish is a warrior, but has not yet shown the ability to win the close games. Throw in a couple of good role players and voila! Then, we will be good.

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