'13 Chicago PF - Alex Foster (Texas Tech)

BFC · Unread post by **BFC** » 11 years ago

Alex Foster - PF
From: Chicago, IL
School: De La Salle
Travel/AAU: Meanstreets

Ht: 6'8"
Wt: 205 lbs

RANKINGS:
Rivals: 3 Star
ESPN: 3 Star, 71 Grade, #59 PF in 2013
Scout: 3 Star
247Sports: 3 Star, 83 Grade, #61 PF in 2013

Former Minnesota commit, URI Rams/Heat Fan is tweeting that he's meeting with Hurley and Murphy tomorrow. He's getting his information from Brandon Willaby, don't know his connection to Foster but he keeps referring to Dan as Bob in his tweets.

http://rivals.yahoo.com/ncaa/basketball ... GiNF7XO5B4
http://espn.go.com/college-sports/baske ... lex-foster
http://scouthoops.scout.com/a.z?s=75&p= ... id=4600861
http://247sports.com/Player/Alex-Foster-14075

Unread post by **TruePoint** » 11 years ago

BFC wrote:Former Minnesota commit, URI Rams/Heat Fan is tweeting that he's meeting with Hurley and Murphy tomorrow. He's getting his information from Brandon Willaby, don't know his connection to Foster but he keeps referring to Dan as Bob in his tweets.

rodfromcranston · Unread post by **rodfromcranston** » 11 years ago

Maybe Bobby is recruiting this guy?

Unread post by **TruePoint** » 11 years ago

With Preston? That'd be weird. Are they going to flip a coin for him?

bressler3south · Unread post by **bressler3south** » 11 years ago

No, Brandon Willaby, is an assistant coach at some small-time school and an AAU guy. He Twittered that he'd had "Duke" on his mind and wrote Bobby, but meant Dan. There's also an interesting article about "Little-Little Ricky" running off Foster and other Tubby Smith recruits. The comment section is very interesting….like this board!!!!
Have a great day, everyone!!!!!

15 Year Lurker · Unread post by **15 Year Lurker** » 11 years ago

He must think Dan went to Duke lets roll with it. I think Dan probably would have strangled Christian Laetner a few times if he did though.

bressler3south · Unread post by **bressler3south** » 11 years ago

No, he corrected himself, etc., If Dan and Preston are meeting with him and Foster, this could be one of the big pushes….

BFC · Unread post by **BFC** » 11 years ago

Brandon Willaby ‏@bwill1565
Bout to ko have a meeting wit coach Dan Hurley and Preston Murphy

rodfromcranston · Unread post by **rodfromcranston** » 11 years ago

This could be very significant.
Getting a big man this late and of Foster's
reputation, is huge, if they pull it off.

STC · Unread post by **STC** » 11 years ago

I agree Rod, this would be significant. To be able to grab a Big 10 level big man during the late signing period would be great.

Foster or the nigerian big would be a very nice get at this point. If we can land either of them the front court depth we would have would leave me drooling.

rodfromcranston · Unread post by **rodfromcranston** » 11 years ago

We can be like Michigan State and pound the hell out
of people on the boards.
With Matthews and Munford and whatever SG they recruit this year
or next, this could be a very dangerous team.

rhodyfan3 · Unread post by **rhodyfan3** » 11 years ago

I would be extremely pumped if we are able to land this guy. Watched some highlights on him, everyone should check it out if they have a chance.

Iggy1979 · Unread post by **Iggy1979** » 11 years ago

Foster, a 6-8, 215 pound-forward, averaged 15.0 points and 10.0 rebounds per game last season as a junior at De La Salle. He has been highly-rated in the Chicago area since his freshman year at De La Salle.

“Alex Foster is a young man that can play both forward positions,” said Tubby Smith. “He is a lefty that has an all-around game - the ability to put the ball on the floor at his size, shoot with range and has a very good basketball I.Q.”

An honor roll student all three years at De La Salle, Foster was named to the 2011 Panther Hoops All-Tournament Team, the 2011 Holiday Classic All-Tournament Team and the 2010 John McBride Thanksgiving Classic All-Tournament Team.

Foster also held multiple offers but ultimately chose the Gophers over Auburn, Wisconsin, Illinois, Northwestern, Purdue and Tennessee.

Rhody74 · Unread post by **Rhody74** » 11 years ago

I wonder why young Ricky didn't take to this guy .... or maybe he just screwed up

ramswin · Unread post by **ramswin** » 11 years ago

I knew firing Tubby was the right move...........kidding.

rodfromcranston · Unread post by **rodfromcranston** » 11 years ago

You can see the progress in his game at Seton.
He can put the ball on the floor and drive, instead of just putbacks.
Very impressive, and worth a scholarship, based on all the information we have.
And he's a lefty, which is always a URI plus.
Being a good student is also a big positive!

15 Year Lurker · Unread post by **15 Year Lurker** » 11 years ago

Im very happy we don't have Richard Pitino jr coaching our team. Minnesota is guaranteed to be no better than .500 for the next five years.

ramfan85 · Unread post by **ramfan85** » 11 years ago

"Little Ricky" may have some splainin' to do.
Maybe he just doesn't want anyone on the team smarter than him.

Ramulous · Unread post by **Ramulous** » 11 years ago

Does anyone know which other schools are recruiting Foster now?

I saw a list of schools he was considering before he opted for Minnesota......are those schools at their scholarship limit?

Billyboy78 · Unread post by **Billyboy78** » 11 years ago

I'm confused. Are these two guys the same guy? The one from DeLaSalle is shooting right handed and the one from Seton is shooting left handed.

ace · Unread post by **ace** » 11 years ago

It looks like Foster played 3 seasons at De La Salle, then spent his senior year at Seton.

ace · Unread post by **ace** » 11 years ago

ESPN Analyst
Updated 04/17/2013

Strengths:
This long and athletic forward has a good basketball body for such a young player. He slithers between defenders for nice finishes or drawing fouls. Foster also displayed the ability to rebound with authority in a crowd. He runs the floor very well and is quick to the ball. Foster has developing good hands and makes plays with his consistent effort.

Weaknesses:
He has a funny release on his shot especially from the free throw line. His form is not bad but he releases his guide hand too soon which at times moves his shot off line. This young lefty is raw and must continue to work to develop his overall skills and at times seems to still finding his way but the talent and potential are very evident.

Bottom Line:
Alex is a lefty post player that is smooth and talented. He is a little raw right now but is developing a face-up basket game. He has range on his shot right now to 15 feet. He is long and athletic and is very good transition. Tremendous amount of upside.

Notes
Travel Team: Mean Streets...Released from his letter of intent to Minnesota...

rambone 78 · Unread post by **rambone 78** » 11 years ago

Looks like he would be a perfect fit here.

We need big guys who are 4 year players.

RIFan · Unread post by **RIFan** » 11 years ago

I wonder if we'll be competing with Rutgers a lot this spring since they have a lot of openings...

Billyboy78 · Unread post by **Billyboy78** » 11 years ago

ace wrote:It looks like Foster played 3 seasons at De La Salle, then spent his senior year at Seton.

But in that video, when he is with DeLaSalle, he is shooting free throws right handed, but with Seton, he is shooting free throws left handed. That's why I asked if it was the same guy.

ace · Unread post by **ace** » 11 years ago

Currently on an official visit to Texas Tech.

Matunuck · Unread post by **Matunuck** » 11 years ago

@RhodyHoops: @RhodyMBB and Texas Tech in the running for PF Alex Foster. Memphis no longer involved. @Foster_34. #gorhody

Billyboy78 · Unread post by **Billyboy78** » 11 years ago

ace wrote:Currently on an official visit to Texas Tech.

Are we getting a visit?

Gunboat · Unread post by **Gunboat** » 11 years ago

Billyboy78 wrote:
ace wrote:It looks like Foster played 3 seasons at De La Salle, then spent his senior year at Seton.
But in that video, when he is with DeLaSalle, he is shooting free throws right handed, but with Seton, he is shooting free throws left handed. That's why I asked if it was the same guy.

I don't believe he is the guy shooting left handed. He was the guy rebounding in that highlight.

Billyboy78 · Unread post by **Billyboy78** » 11 years ago

Gunboat wrote:
Billyboy78 wrote:
ace wrote:It looks like Foster played 3 seasons at De La Salle, then spent his senior year at Seton.
But in that video, when he is with DeLaSalle, he is shooting free throws right handed, but with Seton, he is shooting free throws left handed. That's why I asked if it was the same guy.
I don't believe he is the guy shooting left handed. He was the guy rebounding in that highlight.

But Foster is left handed. So who is the guy shooting right handed?

Billyboy78 · Unread post by **Billyboy78** » 11 years ago

Someone please solve this mystery for me. Go back and watch that video of Foster. Foster for DeLaSalle is #54. He shoots free throws right handed. Foster for Seton is #32. He shoots free throws left handed. I don't even think they look alike. Which one is the one we're recruiting?

Iggy1979 · Unread post by **Iggy1979** » 11 years ago

You would think there's a decent chance he'll follow Tubby Smith to Texas Tech. was comfortable to sign with him once.... That's what Hurley will have overcome. Hopefully he gives URI a visit.

Billyboy78 · Unread post by **Billyboy78** » 11 years ago

By his recent tweets, it seems like he wants so go to Texas Tech.

rodfromcranston · Unread post by **rodfromcranston** » 11 years ago

What else is disturbing is, he seems to be deleting the
pro URI tweets sent his way.
Not one on his page.
Hey, he was recruited successfully by Tubby Smith to Minnesota.
Maybe Biggie Minnis should tell him that Lubock, Texas is a hell hole, and
Texas Tech is a football school.

3wisemen · Unread post by **3wisemen** » 11 years ago

See: Mike Aaman. Coach gets fired/leaves, recruit follows. They're not picking schools. They're picking staffs.

rodfromcranston · Unread post by **rodfromcranston** » 11 years ago

Big difference going from a Staten Island school to Rhode Island, vs.
going from Minnesota to Lubock, Texas.
Which by the way, is a footbal school, which even the great
Bob Knight only had moderate success.

3wisemen · Unread post by **3wisemen** » 11 years ago

This wasn't Bob Knight in 1976, 1986 or even 1996. He was well past his prime by the time he went to Texas Tech. It's still a Big 12 program with solid, football-based financial backing.

Unread post by **TruePoint** » 11 years ago

If the kid doesn't want to be here, that is up to him. We will get our guys. Would be fun to have him, but you don't get every guy you talk to.

Unread post by **ATPTourFan** » 11 years ago

I would think Texas is an upgrade from Minnesota. Maybe he's thrilled to be in a warmer climate and still get to play with his choice head coach.

BFC · Unread post by **BFC** » 11 years ago

Ryan James ‏@RyanJamesMN
Received a Chicago text today saying that former Gopher commit Alex Foster's next visit will be Rhode Island.

rambone 78 · Unread post by **rambone 78** » 11 years ago

Looks like he's going to TT. I think staff really wanted him.

Tough to lose out, but I'm sure they're looking at others who will be just as good a fit.

Just hope Dan is looking at 4 year players, rather than more transfers. In 2 years, they will be losing a big part of the team to graduation. Have to keep the continuity going.

Just saw BFC's post. Maybe not so fast!

Iggy1979 · Unread post by **Iggy1979** » 11 years ago

If you get a visit, you got a chance.

Unread post by **TruePoint** » 11 years ago

rambone 78 wrote:Looks like he's going to TT. I think staff really wanted him.

Tough to lose out, but I'm sure they're looking at others who will be just as good a fit.

Just hope Dan is looking at 4 year players, rather than more transfers. In 2 years, they will be losing a big part of the team to graduation. Have to keep the continuity going.

Just saw BFC's post. Maybe not so fast!

This is a weird response to news of a visit.

rodfromcranston · Unread post by **rodfromcranston** » 11 years ago

I hope it's nice weather when he gets here.
URI is less than pretty in the rain and mud.
As Iggy said, he visits and staff gets their shot at convincing him.
Preston has worked hard on this one, and very hard in this live period,
to come up with players.

Unread post by **ATPTourFan** » 11 years ago

Go Preston, Go!!

TexRam · Unread post by **TexRam** » 11 years ago

ATPTourFan wrote:I would think Texas is an upgrade from Minnesota. Maybe he's thrilled to be in a warmer climate and still get to play with his choice head coach.

Not sure if by "upgrade" you are referring to location, but Lubbock is probably not an upgrade (to mn, or pretty much anywhere else). Awful weather, dust storms, tornadoes, it's an oven in the summer and actually pretty cold in the winter. Not to mention there is absolutely nothing to do there, and nothing is close.

If he does choose lubbock, it'll be for tubby.

Unread post by **TruePoint** » 11 years ago

In any comparison between Minnesota and Lubbock, TX, Rhode Island wins.

rodfromcranston · Unread post by **rodfromcranston** » 11 years ago

Minneapolis-St. Paul isn't a bad place at all.
Lubbock, Texas on the other hand, is a shithole.
Their basketball program is a disaster.
If its a good weekend, have some of the players take him to a beach.
That's something they don't have in Lubbock.

Unread post by **TruePoint** » 11 years ago

The twin cities aren't bad but I'm just not into being land locked or being in such a cold place.

If you want to see something funny, though, do a google image search for "Rhode Island" and "Lubbock, TX".

Unread post by **ATPTourFan** » 11 years ago

TexRam wrote:
ATPTourFan wrote:I would think Texas is an upgrade from Minnesota. Maybe he's thrilled to be in a warmer climate and still get to play with his choice head coach.

Not sure if by "upgrade" you are referring to location, but Lubbock is probably not an upgrade (to mn, or pretty much anywhere else). Awful weather, dust storms, tornadoes, it's an oven in the summer and actually pretty cold in the winter. Not to mention there is absolutely nothing to do there, and nothing is close.

If he does choose lubbock, it'll be for tubby.

I stand corrected.

I like the google image search comparison between "Rhode Island", "Lubbock, TX" and "Twin Cities, MN". RI Wins hands down!

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