'13 PG MI EC Matthews (URI - Signed LOI)
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Re: '13 PG MI EC Matthews (URI - Signed LOI)
I cannot wait to watch him play next season. Good luck today, EC!
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Re: '13 PG MI EC Matthews (URI - Signed LOI)
Romulus is leading 51-32 after 3rd Quarter, EC has 18 points
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Re: '13 PG MI EC Matthews (URI - Signed LOI)
Sloppy play in the first half, but they're running away with it now.
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Re: '13 PG MI EC Matthews (URI - Signed LOI)
He was 8 for 13 shooting through 3 quarters
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Re: '13 PG MI EC Matthews (URI - Signed LOI)
Romulus wins the Class A Michigan title 61-49. EC Matthews had 20 points and 10 rebounds
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Re: '13 PG MI EC Matthews (URI - Signed LOI)
Super! What a player we're getting!
He and Martin, both, winning players from winning programs with winning coaches.
He and Martin, both, winning players from winning programs with winning coaches.
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Re: '13 PG MI EC Matthews (URI - Signed LOI)
Congrats, E.C.!
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Nice to build these relationships with programs that consistently have very good players.
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Re: '13 PG MI EC Matthews (URI - Signed LOI)
EC Matthews and Romulus played well the entire tournament with the Detroit Pershing game being one of the best high school games that I have ever seen. It was nice being at the Breslin Center and hearing all of the buzz about EC. It seemed that Coach Murphy created some buzz himself enjoying the celebrity like status from some of the top AAU and High School Coaches in the area. It was also nice that Coach Dan Hurley was there to watch his future star win the State Championship.
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What an incredible 4 years E.C. has ahead of him in Kingston!
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Re: '13 PG MI EC Matthews (URI - Signed LOI)
District highlights
I can't wait to see him play next year. With changing positions, he'll have to make adjustments in his game, which he knows. I love everything I hear about how that Romulus program is run. There's lots of structures and adult assistance- getting him into the gym and to the library. I don't care that a player needs that extra support because that's basically what a college program is like, very demanding and controlled. It's familiar, and he's shown he'll do the work.
And EC, we're looking forward to it, too.
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"I think my spot where I can be really special is the point guard area," he (Matthews) said. "We've got great coaches up there -- Bob Hurley and Dan Hurley -- so they're going to teach me a lot of stuff, and I'm looking forward to the challenge."
I can't wait to see him play next year. With changing positions, he'll have to make adjustments in his game, which he knows. I love everything I hear about how that Romulus program is run. There's lots of structures and adult assistance- getting him into the gym and to the library. I don't care that a player needs that extra support because that's basically what a college program is like, very demanding and controlled. It's familiar, and he's shown he'll do the work.
And EC, we're looking forward to it, too.
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"I think my spot where I can be really special is the point guard area," he (Matthews) said. "We've got great coaches up there -- Bob Hurley and Dan Hurley -- so they're going to teach me a lot of stuff, and I'm looking forward to the challenge."
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Awesome. Now I hope Hurley can land a pure shooter and a banger with the two remaining scholarships. I can only imagine what type of recruits we sign when URI starts winning.
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Re: '13 PG MI EC Matthews (URI - Signed LOI)
Moved to #23 in USA Today Rankings today.
Here are the notes attached to Romulus at Position 23. Mentions EC Mathews 3 different times.
Results: Defeated Southeastern (Detroit) 61-49 in state Class A final as E.C. Matthews had 20 points. Defeated Grand Rapids Christian (Grand Rapids) 76-67 in semifinals as Matthews had 37 points. Defeated then-No. 14 Pershing (Detroit) 93-91 in quarterfinals as Matthews had 29 points
Here are the notes attached to Romulus at Position 23. Mentions EC Mathews 3 different times.
Results: Defeated Southeastern (Detroit) 61-49 in state Class A final as E.C. Matthews had 20 points. Defeated Grand Rapids Christian (Grand Rapids) 76-67 in semifinals as Matthews had 37 points. Defeated then-No. 14 Pershing (Detroit) 93-91 in quarterfinals as Matthews had 29 points
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Wonder if Matthews' ranking gets upgraded?
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Re: '13 PG MI EC Matthews (URI - Signed LOI)
Doesn't seem like it. Still ranked #99 in the ESPN Top 100. Wasn't he higher than that to start the year or am I mistaken?
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Re: And it begins.. Renewed Speculation of Dan Hurley to Rut
No way EC stays, especially after Bobby left.
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Re: '13 PG MI EC Matthews (URI - Signed LOI)
He's gone.rodfromcranston wrote:Thanks troll, but he signed his LOI, and his coach said everything is fine.
Go post on your PC board.
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Delusional or E.C.?TruePoint wrote:He's gone.rodfromcranston wrote:Thanks troll, but he signed his LOI, and his coach said everything is fine.
Go post on your PC board.
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Ha sorry. The troll. No patience for that crap right now. If your name is troll-y there is a zero tolerance policy as far as I'm concerned. I'm not going to debate the guy about whether he is or isn't.
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Good, TP! The PC board is beside themselves with all this Hurley to Rutgers talk.
They brag about bombing the UConn board with garbage, so I'm sure our board is going to
be subjected to their crapola.
They brag about bombing the UConn board with garbage, so I'm sure our board is going to
be subjected to their crapola.
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Re: '13 PG MI EC Matthews (URI - Signed LOI)
Maybe we shouldn't allow any new posters for a while. We all know what we'll be getting from them.
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Re: '13 PG MI EC Matthews (URI - Signed LOI)
Named to All-State Dream Team
http://www.usatodayhss.com/detroit/arti ... 3304070107
E.C. Matthews
Romulus, 6-4, Sr. G
Accomplishments: A key component in the team's Class A championship run, Matthews averaged 17.5 points, shot 65%, , averaged 7.2 rebounds, 2.5 assists and 1.1 steals. College: Rhode Island.
Matthews: "Last season, in our eyes, we were defeated by a team we had no business losing to, so this season was our road to redemption. We worked hard during the off-season, and combined with our talent and having a great coach the only option was a state title."
Coach Nate Oats: "E.C. has been one of the biggest gym rats I've ever coached. He spends countless hours in the gym working on his game. He really matured on the court in his leadership role."
http://www.usatodayhss.com/detroit/arti ... 3304070107
E.C. Matthews
Romulus, 6-4, Sr. G
Accomplishments: A key component in the team's Class A championship run, Matthews averaged 17.5 points, shot 65%, , averaged 7.2 rebounds, 2.5 assists and 1.1 steals. College: Rhode Island.
Matthews: "Last season, in our eyes, we were defeated by a team we had no business losing to, so this season was our road to redemption. We worked hard during the off-season, and combined with our talent and having a great coach the only option was a state title."
Coach Nate Oats: "E.C. has been one of the biggest gym rats I've ever coached. He spends countless hours in the gym working on his game. He really matured on the court in his leadership role."
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Re: '13 PG MI EC Matthews (URI - Signed LOI)
Nice. Good for EC.
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Michigan All State is just a liiiiitttttttlllllle bit better than RI All State.
This is a real honor.
He really blossomed this season, and was the best player in the playoffs for
his team.
This is a real honor.
He really blossomed this season, and was the best player in the playoffs for
his team.
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Re: '13 PG MI EC Matthews (URI - Signed LOI)
looks like the ticket to practice is going to be a hot one this year. We have depth at front and back court, or at least compelling competition. Going into this year I bet there will be a lot of division over which players Keaney posters like. More than the past 5 years. Great Times!
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Re: '13 PG MI EC Matthews (URI - Signed LOI)
Great point!
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There are no tickets for practices. You just walk in and sit down.
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Re: '13 PG MI EC Matthews (URI - Signed LOI)
I never heard when the open practices were last year. How do you find out when they are? Also, I wonder if the practices before the Italy trip will be open to the public?rodfromcranston wrote:There are no tickets for practices. You just walk in and sit down.
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Re: '13 PG MI EC Matthews (URI - Signed LOI)
Hurley had open practices, Mon, Wed, Fri 9:00
Tues, Thus,, 10:00.
He said he doesn't mind people being there, but he doesn't want people
running around.
Tues, Thus,, 10:00.
He said he doesn't mind people being there, but he doesn't want people
running around.
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If only the afternoon practices were open. Work during the day puts a damper on going
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Re: '13 PG MI EC Matthews (URI - Signed LOI)
So, let me get this straight.....EC Matthews starts the season at 94 or something in the
ESPN rankings.
Goes on to have a great season, capped by becoming MVP of the Michigan HS Championships.
His reward is to get dumped from ESPN's top 100.
His crime? He didn't sign with a BCS school, and therefore, must be a lesser player.
Kentan Facey, whose game is pretty limited, broke into their top 100 as soon as he
signed with UConn, and is now #92 in the newest rankings.
As my late grandmother would say,"BOOLAH SHEET!"
ESPN rankings.
Goes on to have a great season, capped by becoming MVP of the Michigan HS Championships.
His reward is to get dumped from ESPN's top 100.
His crime? He didn't sign with a BCS school, and therefore, must be a lesser player.
Kentan Facey, whose game is pretty limited, broke into their top 100 as soon as he
signed with UConn, and is now #92 in the newest rankings.
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Pretty clear evidence to speak to Rod's point about recruit rankings...
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Agree with Rod. Yet another example.
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More fuel to the fire for EC!!
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Re: '13 PG MI EC Matthews (URI - Signed LOI)
I believe he was once ranked as high as #82. Espn's rankings are garbage. Just look at Ryan Brooks grade a few years back, thats all you need to know.
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Re: '13 PG MI EC Matthews (URI - Signed LOI)
DeAndre Bembry also dropped out, he was 92
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Re: '13 PG MI EC Matthews (URI - Signed LOI)
Yeah, not sure more evidence was required, but if you needed some here you go.
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Re: '13 PG MI EC Matthews (URI - Signed LOI)
A 90?!?! Wow...STC wrote:I believe he was once ranked as high as #82. Espn's rankings are garbage. Just look at Ryan Brooks grade a few years back, thats all you need to know.
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Re: '13 PG MI EC Matthews (URI - Signed LOI)
ESPN re-did their evaluation system last year. A 90 from 4 years ago is different from a 90 now. What is interesting is that Rivals said that Ryan had good hands. Check it out...
"Brooks, who plays at Holy Spirit High School in New Jersey, is a long forward with good bounce, good hands and oozes potential. He's an ideal Atlantic 10 level big man."
"Brooks, who plays at Holy Spirit High School in New Jersey, is a long forward with good bounce, good hands and oozes potential. He's an ideal Atlantic 10 level big man."
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Funniest thing I've heard all day.Bos8 wrote:What is interesting is that Rivals said that Ryan had good hands.
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Re: '13 PG MI EC Matthews (URI - Signed LOI)
Amazing how 180degrees off that Brooks assessment is.
Now back to E.C.....
Can't wait to see what he can do in Keaney Blue and White as early as this Summer.
Now back to E.C.....
Can't wait to see what he can do in Keaney Blue and White as early as this Summer.
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Re: '13 PG MI EC Matthews (URI - Signed LOI)
Wasn't Gavitt one of the first to identify players as how they belong in certain conferences? I still remember him announcing (shilling) BE games and talking about "Big East dunks", etc.
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Summer session #2 begins on June 24th. I assume that EC and Hassan will be on campus with the other guys on the team by then.ATPTourFan wrote:Amazing how 180degrees off that Brooks assessment is.
Now back to E.C.....
Can't wait to see what he can do in Keaney Blue and White as early as this Summer.
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PC smartasses puke out a tweet:
Welcome to Friartown @FriarFrenzy 9 May
Saw that EC Matthews fell out of ESPN's top 100. See what happens when you commit to URI? #pcbb
Welcome to Friartown @FriarFrenzy 9 May
Saw that EC Matthews fell out of ESPN's top 100. See what happens when you commit to URI? #pcbb
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For now they are right, Rod.....when you sign with a BCS school your rating jumps.....when you sign with a mid-major you drop....it is all perception and politics....
...hopefully in a few years with Hurley and success on the floor this won't be the scenario....pc fans hubris requires they try to denigrate URI as opposed to naming any mid-major school in their posts...
...hopefully in a few years with Hurley and success on the floor this won't be the scenario....pc fans hubris requires they try to denigrate URI as opposed to naming any mid-major school in their posts...
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Did PC become good when I wasn't looking?
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Point guard, point guard, point guard. Who is the Fwiahs point guard???? Realistically asking……You know, replacing Vincent Council, all-time assists leader. I Dunnnnnnnnnnnno! (That board seems to have an answer for everything.)
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Screw them.bressler3south wrote:Point guard, point guard, point guard. Who is the Fwiahs point guard???? Realistically asking……You know, replacing Vincent Council, all-time assists leader. I Dunnnnnnnnnnnno! (That board seems to have an answer for everything.)