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Bearcat Fan Since 1958
08-18-2007, 10:03 AM
PF (Gates) replacing Sikes.
PG (Wright) replacing Warren.
3 spots left. SF Williamson, C Adam H, SG Gentry are all seniors.
Need another F, another G, and C to fill out the class.
I wouldn't rule out a JuCo possibility.
james jr
08-18-2007, 12:10 PM
PF (Gates) replacing Sikes.
PG (Wright) replacing Warren.
3 spots left. SF Williamson, C Adam H, SG Gentry are all seniors.
Need another F, another G, and C to fill out the class.
I wouldn't rule out a JuCo possibility.
At this point in the recruitment of J'Mison Morgan it would like we may end up with a JUCO center. Anybody have a line on top JC's (other than Orlando Allen)?
Cats21
08-18-2007, 12:47 PM
At this point in the recruitment of J'Mison Morgan it would like we may end up with a JUCO center. Anybody have a line on top JC's (other than Orlando Allen)?
I will not rule out a JUCO as well, but I did hear Mick and Mike Thomas speak this week and the comment was made that they "do not really have JUCO lists anymore". That they are and will be going after the Elite HS Players. I am sure he has a list and is keeping it up to date, but the comment was made in a relatively serious manner.
Bearcat Fan Since 1958
08-18-2007, 03:30 PM
Basketball Times published a list of the top JuCo recruiters in Div I basketball in its most recent issue.
TCFEBUC was #1 but Mick Cronin was #8 (Andy Kennedy #14) just ahead of UK assistant Glynn Cyprien at #7.
ctipton
08-18-2007, 07:05 PM
What is TCFEBUC?
jeffto
08-18-2007, 07:12 PM
I think it means the coach who will soon be forgotten by everybody at UC (except Tom).
Bearcat Fan Since 1958
08-18-2007, 07:24 PM
What is TCFEBUC?
The Coach Formerly Employed By UC.
Bearcat Fan Since 1958
08-18-2007, 07:25 PM
I think it means the coach who will soon be forgotten by everybody at UC (except Tom).
Hard to forget a guy who won 3 of every 4 games from 1990 through 2005, including 20 NCAA games (doubling UC's total of NCAA wins) and earning its first FF appearance in nearly 30 seasons.
IKnowMoreThanYou
08-18-2007, 08:19 PM
With the new rules limiting the amount of core classes kids can take in a prep year some of the talent that's been going the prep route instead of JUCO might start to even out. As for a Center in 2008 another strong possibility is an international player via Larry Davis and as we have seen Larry's connections are real and can pay dividends. With McClain on board it wouldn't surprise me to see a center be brought in, especially from Europe, who can shoot it and is fundamentally sound.
No names yet as this is all preliminary but something to keep in mind as another avenue UC could take.
Bearcat Fan Since 1958
08-18-2007, 08:24 PM
With the new rules limiting the amount of core classes kids can take in a prep year some of the talent that's been going the prep route instead of JUCO might start to even out. As for a Center in 2008 another strong possibility is an international player via Larry Davis and as we have seen Larry's connections are real and can pay dividends. With McClain on board it wouldn't surprise me to see a center be brought in, especially from Europe, who can shoot it and is fundamentally sound.
No names yet as this is all preliminary but something to keep in mind as another avenue UC could take.
Agreed. Foreign players are another option. UC is not limiting its recruiting to HS players.
SLMadiCat
08-19-2007, 10:28 AM
I will not rule out a JUCO as well, but I did hear Mick and Mike Thomas speak this week and the comment was made that they "do not really have JUCO lists anymore". That they are and will be going after the Elite HS Players. I am sure he has a list and is keeping it up to date, but the comment was made in a relatively serious manner.
I think Cronin will go the JUCO route only if he absolutely has to or if there is an exceptional player there. The JUCO talent pool just isn't what it used to be. Add in that it typically takes a year to develop to the Division I game and it just isn't worth it. Last year was an exception considering the circumstances.
james jr
08-19-2007, 06:45 PM
I will not rule out a JUCO as well, but I did hear Mick and Mike Thomas speak this week and the comment was made that they "do not really have JUCO lists anymore". That they are and will be going after the Elite HS Players. I am sure he has a list and is keeping it up to date, but the comment was made in a relatively serious manner.
Thanks "CATS"! That's good information and probably means Mick has an eye on a "big" for '08 that we are more involved with than is being reported nationally.
Bearcat Cafe
08-19-2007, 08:34 PM
He is right. Mick has said on 1530 more than once this summer that they are not even scouting JUCOs anymore. Said 2006 was a one time deal. Said the talent is not what it used to be. Those guys are now going the prep route. Until something changes they are only recruiting potential 4 year players.
Bearcat Fan Since 1958
08-21-2007, 03:09 PM
Thanks "CATS"! That's good information and probably means Mick has an eye on a "big" for '08 that we are more involved with than is being reported nationally.
I don't think so - UC may get a "big" player but there aren't many in the 2008 class. Many are spoken for and the others don't have UC listed right now.
JuCo or Foreign players are viable options. Heck, KENTUCKY is recruiting JuCo players in 2008 because big players are few and far between in 2008 class.
Bearcat Jeff
08-21-2007, 03:38 PM
The other thing signing a juco would do is help balance the classes a little better. Currently the only player we have as a sophmore is Vaughn. It gives the 'Cats a player that would be physically ready to bang in the BEAST. I would love to see a wide bodied HS kid but it doesn't appeat that there is one out there. The big kid from Georgia (name escapes me) would be a nice get. He played in the shadow of the Wake Forest signees but had a nice summer.
Bearcat Jeff
08-21-2007, 03:41 PM
Darius Morrow is the kid I was trying to remember. Listed 6'8" 250. needs to get in better shape, but even at 240 he is a hoss.
shaunsimpson
08-21-2007, 04:44 PM
I don't get too wraped up in the position, but UC does need a wing and a big man. Gates, McClain and another player would be tough to beat. Due to foul trouble and the physicaly demanding Big East it is very important to get a backup/minute eater. Morrow, Gibson and other under the radar guys are still in play. I can't imagine that the Cats would go after a JUCO player - I am not a big JUCO fan unless a very last resort.
waterhead
08-21-2007, 06:19 PM
I don't get too wraped up in the position, but UC does need a wing and a big man. Gates, McClain and another player would be tough to beat. Due to foul trouble and the physicaly demanding Big East it is very important to get a backup/minute eater. Morrow, Gibson and other under the radar guys are still in play. I can't imagine that the Cats would go after a JUCO player - I am not a big JUCO fan unless a very last resort.
I completely agree a big man post player and a wing man that can shoot long range would just about cover any weakness this team "might" have. If Mick could get a top 50 type big man and a top 75 type swing man I would be willing to give the remaining scholly to Xavier for 08' (as long as we get it back in 09').
Oldtimer_UC_fan
08-22-2007, 09:59 AM
I don't get too wraped up in the position, but UC does need a wing and a big man. Gates, McClain and another player would be tough to beat. Due to foul trouble and the physicaly demanding Big East it is very important to get a backup/minute eater. Morrow, Gibson and other under the radar guys are still in play. I can't imagine that the Cats would go after a JUCO player - I am not a big JUCO fan unless a very last resort.
I'll bet you were a big JUCO fan when they took UC to the final 4. Seems to me we've had pretty good luck with them over the years.
MikeInClifton
08-22-2007, 10:48 AM
I was certainly a fan of the former Juco players when they had success here, but Mick is trying a different avenue. Thats fine by me. He now has team of non-senior HS players and is poised well for the future.
No Bearcat coach attended the most important Juco event of the summer, the Mullen Showcase in Tulsa in early July, so to me was a big sign that Juco's are not in the near future for Cincinnati.
shaunsimpson
08-22-2007, 11:07 AM
I'll bet you were a big JUCO fan when they took UC to the final 4. Seems to me we've had pretty good luck with them over the years.
JUCOs today are different then JUCOs in the past IMO. It is harder for JUCOs to make an impact today. Kids today don't go the JUCO route as often. Now they go to prep school and wait a year. Also, the top rated freshman who are coming in have more experience playing then JUCOs do. A JUCO kid plays in front of his friends and family and maybe another 2,000 people. Many of these freshman are playing in AAU tournaments and other high school events where there are 10,000+++ people in the stands and the level of talent is much better.
In 15 years the landscape has changed. It doesn't mean that I am not thankful for the JUCO players that we have had at UC, but I do think that those that can contribute are few and far between.
Oldtimer_UC_fan
08-22-2007, 12:15 PM
JUCOs today are different then JUCOs in the past IMO. It is harder for JUCOs to make an impact today. Kids today don't go the JUCO route as often. Now they go to prep school and wait a year. Also, the top rated freshman who are coming in have more experience playing then JUCOs do. A JUCO kid plays in front of his friends and family and maybe another 2,000 people. Many of these freshman are playing in AAU tournaments and other high school events where there are 10,000+++ people in the stands and the level of talent is much better.
In 15 years the landscape has changed. It doesn't mean that I am not thankful for the JUCO players that we have had at UC, but I do think that those that can contribute are few and far between.
I was just giving you a hard time. I agree, things are different. But, for one player, someone who can backup McClain, it may be the way to go.
Inchickinkick
08-22-2007, 12:18 PM
There are always a handful after a handful of good juco players every year, Lets just hope Mick can land a center for 08>
We want 6-10+ guy that rebounds defends and blocks shots. We do not want a 6-7 300 pound stop gap>
We do have Belton, He could be our stop gap.
I can except that>
Oldtimer_UC_fan
08-22-2007, 01:55 PM
There are always a handful after a handful of good juco players every year, Lets just hope Mick can land a center for 08>
We want 6-10+ guy that rebounds defends and blocks shots. We do not want a 6-7 300 pound stop gap>
We do have Belton, He could be our stop gap.
I can except that>
So, Jason Maxiel wouldn't be acceptable?
Inchickinkick
08-22-2007, 02:36 PM
So, Jason Maxiel wouldn't be acceptable?
We will stick Rashard Bishop in the post, He is 6-6 220 pounds>
swilsonsp4
08-22-2007, 05:47 PM
We will stick Rashard Bishop in the post, He is 6-6 220 pounds>
Rashad Bishop isn't even close to the answer as backup in the post. He's a perimeter player who's best game is on the run. If Mick has to stick him inside guarding a BE center, then the cause is lost.
waterhead
08-22-2007, 06:15 PM
So, Jason Maxiel wouldn't be acceptable?
Jason Maxiell could do the job we are talking about because he is athletic and has long arms just like Hicks. They could both bang down low. I don't think Belton is known as an athletic shot blocker. A 6'10" Beast center worth his weight might be able to just turn and shoot over Belton but couldn't over Max and Hicks (as easy) because of their reach and athletic ability. I haven't seen Belton I am just going by what I've heard.
I am certainly not saying Belton can't keep someone out of the lane and box out and rebound just that he might not be able to alter shots. I think he can provide some valuable minutes however. Hopefully Mick will coach him up and whip him into shape and he will end up like Hicks and Max.
Inchickinkick
08-22-2007, 06:19 PM
I think Kenny Belton will be our backup center if Mick can't find anybody.
for 08
Kindog202
08-22-2007, 06:27 PM
Hopefully Mick will coach him up and whip him into shape and he will end up like Hicks and Max.
Mick's not a miracle worker :) From what I saw at the summer league, Belton is not nearly as quick or athletic as Hicks or Maxiell and I don't know that he ever will even with all the coaching and conditioning in the world. The best comparison that I can think of right now is Danny Fortson, although Belton does not have near the post moves that Fortson had. His offensive game is pretty limited now to put-backs and an occasional 10'-15' foot jumper. What he is, is a low-post banger/blue collar guy who is not afraid to get on the ground for a lose ball (even in a summer league game) and is big enough to body someone up and push them out of the lane. I don't think any Big East centers will have trouble shooting over him, but he will not give ground on position easily.
Kindog202
08-22-2007, 06:31 PM
I think Kenny Belton will be our backup center if Mick can't find anybody.
In two years, that statement may be true or Mick might be able to go smaller for a period of time (ala Villanova of 2 years ago). I gotta think that Mick will find another big (maybe not a center) but someone at least 6'8, 6'9 who can also provide some backup to McClain in 2 years.
I think Belton can be an effective player, he is more suited for a slower, half-court game and tends to get lost in a faster-pace style of play.
Inchickinkick
08-23-2007, 08:41 AM
If Belton can develop into half of what Mr. Fortson was, That would make Mick happy>
mike pinzki
08-24-2007, 12:51 AM
I would be happy if Belton could mirror Ryan Fletcher. A big man that can hit an open jumper and can bang. Although, i would expect more dunks from Belton. But, if i remember correct, Elton Brand had a hard time trying to back down on Fletcher during the Great Alaskan Shootout. A big strong post player is always an asset.
Bearcat Jeff
08-24-2007, 07:49 AM
I may be wrong, but I believe that Belton was recovering from a knee injury during the summer league so I'm not sure we know how athletic or quick he is going to be. Bottom line is that the "cats need another inside player for next season....period!! Offensively McClain is still developing and he still needs to get stronger. We need an inside presence coming off the bench to be competitive. A player who can rebound, guard, defend and give you some offensive production. Belton will be a banger only in my opinion.
Mick's Da Man
08-24-2007, 10:13 AM
JUCO's aren't what they used to be.
Also, we don't play in Conference USA anymore. We're in the Big East. You can't squeak by with fill-ins.
Inchickinkick
08-24-2007, 03:49 PM
I may be wrong, but I believe that Belton was recovering from a knee injury during the summer league so I'm not sure we know how athletic or quick he is going to be. Bottom line is that the "cats need another inside player for next season....period!! Offensively McClain is still developing and he still needs to get stronger. We need an inside presence coming off the bench to be competitive. A player who can rebound, guard, defend and give you some offensive production. Belton will be a banger only in my opinion.
Belton is recovering from knee injury. I did'nt know that, That might pose a problem for Mick on the front line backing up Mike williams.
Williams,Sikes and Williamson playing power forward> opinions everybody
BasketBySteveLogan
08-24-2007, 04:54 PM
Sikes can't play power forward.. he's too soft.. can't rebound (because his vertical is about the same as Nancy Zimpher's).. Williamson should be a bit better down there this year since he'll have some other big bodies and hopefully a healthier knee..
I still think it should just be uptempo high paced pressing and trapping, lot of subbing.. so it won't matter who plays where... just go score points and force turnovers!!
Bearcat Jeff
08-24-2007, 05:26 PM
If Marcus Sikes is our back up power forward on a consistent basis we are in trouble.
SLMadiCat
08-24-2007, 05:54 PM
If Marcus Sikes is our back up power forward on a consistent basis we are in trouble.
I'd somewhat agree, although it is an improvement going from the starting center. I thinks Sikes is a tweener, not really a PF but not really a SF. I see some backup minutes of both positions for him.
BigDaddyCornHusker
08-25-2007, 04:09 PM
Sikes has good size & has shown he can score. Last year scored in double digits in 13 games. His game high was 24 (on the road vs. Syracuse). Being out of town I never got to see Sikes play. What's been the knock on Sikes?
Paul
UC '91
Sikes has good size & has shown he can score. Last year scored in double digits in 13 games. His game high was 24 (on the road vs. Syracuse). Being out of town I never got to see Sikes play. What's been the knock on Sikes?
Paul
UC '91
IMO, the knock on Sikes is that he's 6'8", 230 lbs. and was trying to play C in the Big East. :rolleyes:
Kindog202
08-25-2007, 05:46 PM
Another knock is that he has a PF's body but seems to prefer to hang out on the perimeter and does not like to rebound like a PF should. I think with Adam H., Williams, Belton and McClain, he won't be needed as much to rebound and should provide some instant offense off the bench.
By the way, I just got back from the Skyline Chilli Showcase at Nippert and as I was leaving, McClain walked past me. He probably has to add some weight (I've seen his weight listed between 220-250, he looked closer to 220 then 250) but looked to be a legit 7 feet tall and was moving well through the crowd. :)
waterhead
08-25-2007, 09:57 PM
IMO, the knock on Sikes is that he's 6'8", 230 lbs. and was trying to play C in the Big East. :rolleyes:
I agree...we have a much deeper bench than last year and Sikes coming off the bench has to be better than Sikes starting. We could sure use a BIG but I think we have some depth to compete. It seems to be better than recent memory. I think we are on the right track. We have some guys to use and that is better than the alternative...right?
MikeInClifton
08-27-2007, 01:53 PM
According to RivalsHoops.com, Teondre Williams is now down to two schools, so I added a file on him (http://www.bearcatnews.com/recruiting/list/active/datemod).
Kindog202
08-27-2007, 06:10 PM
Mike, it would be nice to get Williams, I saw some video on him and he seemed pretty impressive. I also wanted to get your take on Dequan Jones and our chances of landing him. Jones is a SF and Williams is a SG, so if Williams commits, it should not affect Jones' decision, correct? I also saw that Jones has put out a Final 5? and lists us with "high" interest, yet you only have him at a "3". Should you move up your level of interest or is he not really as interested in us as Rivals or Scout seems to indicate? I really would like to see Jones a Bearcat, hopefully that will happen. Finally, do you think Mick will hold a scholly back, if he cannot land a top big man or will he "take the next best player available". Also, what about Laron Dendy, is there enough interest on both sides to start a file. Thanks.
SLMadiCat
08-27-2007, 06:31 PM
According to RivalsHoops.com, Teondre Williams is now down to two schools, so I added a file on him (http://www.bearcatnews.com/recruiting/list/active/datemod).
I'm guessing that means UC is one of them? I don't know if that info is privy to members only. He looks like he would be a good pickup along with D. Jones.
Kindog202
08-27-2007, 06:38 PM
I'm guessing that means UC is one of them? I don't know if that info is privy to members only. He looks like he would be a good pickup along with D. Jones.
If you look at his list on Rivals, it has us and Clemson as the 2 with high interest. I am not a member but I have to infer that Clemson is the other school. Mick and Purnell should just trade reports on guys, it seems like they are recruiting the same people in '08. First Cashmere Wright, now Williams, possibly Dendy and I think they are in the final 5 for D. Jones as well.
CincyBeerCo
08-27-2007, 10:07 PM
Williams is more of a 3 from all I have seen. 6'5"ish, high riser, good ball handling, semi-quirky and sometimes accurate shot. I would be quite content (tempered enthusiasm) w/ either DeQuan or Teondre.
MikeInClifton
08-27-2007, 11:54 PM
I also wanted to get your take on Dequan Jones and our chances of landing him. Jones is a SF and Williams is a SG, so if Williams commits, it should not affect Jones' decision, correct?
I would think it will affect the decision making. SF and SG are pretty close on the court.
I also saw that Jones has put out a Final 5? and lists us with "high" interest, yet you only have him at a "3".
Website editors chose the "high" rating, not Jones.
Should you move up your level of interest or is he not really as interested in us as Rivals or Scout seems to indicate?
I have my system of ratings and it is not an exact science, just like any given site. I like my system. Sometimes I'm right and sometimes I'm wrong, but at least I can say its my system. Part of the reason he is a 3 and not higher is that he has yet to visit Cincinnati's campus on a visit and he still has five strong programs on his list.
Finally, do you think Mick will hold a scholly back, if he cannot land a top big man or will he "take the next best player available". Also, what about Laron Dendy, is there enough interest on both sides to start a file. Thanks.
Mick doesn't seem to be a "hold a scholly back" kind of guy so far. Especially with so many openings for 2008. Since Dendy is a Juco kid I doubt he will be a Bearcat per Mick's recent comments.
Kindog202
08-28-2007, 06:43 AM
Mike, thanks for the responses, I was unaware that Dendy was a JUCO, Rivals has him mixed in with the class of '08.
If I am reading between the lines correctly, you don't seem to feel as strongly about Jones coming here as some other sites do.
Anyway, thanks again for the answers, keep up the good work.
MikeInClifton
08-28-2007, 09:23 AM
Mike, thanks for the responses, I was unaware that Dendy was a JUCO, Rivals has him mixed in with the class of '08.
If I am reading between the lines correctly, you don't seem to feel as strongly about Jones coming here as some other sites do.
Anyway, thanks again for the answers, keep up the good work.
My "Interest" number is really a single digit grade of my feeling as to the likelihood of the recruit becoming a Bearcat. Its far from an exact science.
I base the Interest level on the following
- what I read. This includes national pay sites that I subscribe to all the way to the local paper.
- what I hear. Sometimes I get inside scoop. I recall once that a pay site had mentioned a player was being watched closely by Cincinnati, when the day before I had heard from a great source that they werent recruiting said player anymore. So I changed my Interest number downward and many were surprised. Sure enough he was off the collective radar within a few weeks.
- experience. I've been watching Bearcat recruiting, and recruiting in general, for 10+ years now. I've spoken to many HS, AAU/club and college coaches about recruiting and how it works. I've seen recruiting mail from major colleges to players. I've even been on unofficial recruiting trips with players from the Club program I help with and received phone calls from college coaches about our players. Talked to a Big East asst coach (not Cincinnati) yesterday about one of our Club players.
My second sentence is worth repeating - Its far from an exact science.
MicksTheGuy
08-29-2007, 07:39 AM
Okay Mike. If you had to guess, and guessing is all you really can do, how do you think the 08 class rounds out? There are people on this board who I call out for making predictions but in this case since I am asking for you to make a guess/prediction I promise not to hold you to any of it. Just curious what you think will happen.
CincyBearcat95
08-29-2007, 01:47 PM
Mike,
I know you hear this all the time, but just wanted you to know how much I appreciate this site. Over the last couple years it has become my #1 source for all things Bearcat (in particular basketball) and is an absolute essential for those of us don't live in Cincy anymore and rarely get back to Clifton!
John
Oldtimer_UC_fan
08-29-2007, 02:16 PM
Mike,
I know you hear this all the time, but just wanted you to know how much I appreciate this site. Over the last couple years it has become my #1 source for all things Bearcat (in particular basketball) and is an absolute essential for those of us don't live in Cincy anymore and rarely get back to Clifton!
John
I will echo CincyBearcat95's comment. Living in St. Louis, this is my #1 place to find out information, and at least converse about UC basketball. This place is a wasteland for college basketball, although with Majerus here, that could change a bit.
CincyBearcat95
08-29-2007, 03:53 PM
I will echo CincyBearcat95's comment. Living in St. Louis, this is my #1 place to find out information, and at least converse about UC basketball. This place is a wasteland for college basketball, although with Majerus here, that could change a bit.
Yah I hear you on that! I live in Kansas City so I have to hear all about the Jayhawks, Missou and for a short time K-State basketball - though that may now fade away again depending on how Martin does!
Bearcat Fan Since 1958
08-29-2007, 09:07 PM
Mike,
I know you hear this all the time, but just wanted you to know how much I appreciate this site. Over the last couple years it has become my #1 source for all things Bearcat (in particular basketball) and is an absolute essential for those of us don't live in Cincy anymore and rarely get back to Clifton!
John
No doubt. Far and away the best Bearcat fan Web site. And it ain't $10 a month either.
Bearcat Fan Since 1958
08-29-2007, 09:10 PM
It's far from an exact science.
...
My second sentence is worth repeating - It's far from an exact science.
Those who like recruiting or hot dogs wouldn't like to watch either being made.
Kindog202
08-29-2007, 10:01 PM
Just as an FYI, ESPN released their top 150:
#25 - Yancy Gates - Grade 90
#60 - DeQuan Jones - Grade 88
#71 - Cashmere Wright - Grade 87
#80 - Teondre Williams - Grade 86
#116 - Phillip McDonald - Grade 82
Don't know what to make of the list, how reliable it is but thought it was interesting to see Gates at #25.
FleXcursion
08-30-2007, 03:12 AM
Found this on Dendy.
"In late April, Clemson basketball commitment Laron Dendy told reporters that he was rescinding his commitment to the Tigers and re-opening his recruitment.
The news dismayed some Clemson fans who were hoping to see the highly regarded Dendy wearing orange starting in 2008-09. But there was more to the story than Dendy, a top-50 forward, simply backing out of his commitment. In fact, it all appears to have been orchestrated by a Clemson staff that was eager to sever ties with the troubled recruit.
The 6-8 Dendy has given Clemson plenty of negative attention since he originally committed to the Tigers about two years ago. He has bounced among four high schools, including one – Prince Avenue Prep – whose academic legitimacy has been called into question by the NCAA. Dendy initially was supposed to start at Clemson in 2007-08, but he was reclassified as a junior last fall, after more problems with his grades.
Insiders said that the Tigers’ coaches, who already were putting together an impressive 2008-09 recruiting class apart from Dendy, decided to back off a few weeks before Dendy told reporters he was backing off. Essentially, they allowed the player to publicly proclaim that the decision was his so he could save face and keep his already questionable reputation from taking yet another hit."
http://www.accsports.com/school_by_school/clemson/xxx/clemsonxxx19.jsp
waterhead
08-30-2007, 08:01 AM
From the interest ranking list on this site it looks like Mick might be closing in on two positions of SF and SG. Williams moved to a 5. Who would we rather have at SG and who is likely to commit if any?
Teondre Williams
Phillip McDonald
Who at SF?
Dequan Jones
Jared Swopshire
I am leaving out Warren for now and consider him a bonus if it happens.
MikeInClifton
08-30-2007, 09:59 AM
Okay Mike. If you had to guess, and guessing is all you really can do, how do you think the 08 class rounds out? There are people on this board who I call out for making predictions but in this case since I am asking for you to make a guess/prediction I promise not to hold you to any of it. Just curious what you think will happen.
I think now Teondre Williams is a strong candidate, given his quotes. His positive comments stand out as a player who has mostly made a decision.
Philip McDonald's list has too many strong schools and he still lists four or five publicly, so its hard to say. In one quote he said he was still open to other schools, so he seems far from a decision.
Minnesotan Royce White just saw the Univ of Minn sign a Juco player that has similar game as he, so that will make Cin more attractive in his eyes.
So I feel good about White and Williams for now. Any other scholarships would be a tough call presently.
SLMadiCat
08-30-2007, 11:58 AM
I think now Teondre Williams is a strong candidate, given his quotes. His positive comments stand out as a player who has mostly made a decision.
Philip McDonald's list has too many strong schools and he still lists four or five publicly, so its hard to say. In one quote he said he was still open to other schools, so he seems far from a decision.
Minnesotan Royce White just saw the Univ of Minn sign a Juco player that has similar game as he, so that will make Cin more attractive in his eyes.
So I feel good about White and Williams for now. Any other scholarships would be a tough call presently.
If R. White would commit, wouldn't that essentially mean Mick is holding back a scholarship? Everything I have read is White is an '09 recruit and isn't McElroy supposed to be a SF in college? I would think that if they hold back a scholly it would need to go to a big man, preferably a center.
jeffto
08-30-2007, 05:01 PM
Is Robert Mitchell anywhere on the radar? Just left Duquense. A-10 rookie of the year 6'6"
Bearcat Fan Since 1958
09-01-2007, 10:32 AM
Teondre Williams could be next - UC or Clemson are his Top 2 schools.
Bearcat Fan Since 1958
09-01-2007, 11:49 AM
Is Robert Mitchell anywhere on the radar? Just left Duquense. A-10 rookie of the year 6'6"
Seton Hall landed him.
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