see recruiting page, now we are full
Announcement
Collapse
No announcement yet.
0 skollies left
Collapse
X
-
The future
I'm delighted to see the guard situation apparently in good hands for a while, and I also hope and expect to see Orukpe in Shocker colors after next year.
Still, that will leave me, at least, wondering about two main questions:
1. What will happen with Raphael Akpejiori, the next Nigerian nightmare currently a junior (I think) at Sunrise? Will he be good enough to want as a Shocker, as it sounds like he may be? And if so, and if the Shocks have an in with him based on his being in town already and his relationship with Orukpe, where's the spot for him? Something would have to open up unless he goes on to yet another prep school -- and how long can you keep a guy in prep schools?
2. Who plays small forward? If Coy can keep up defensively -- and it seems that Arizona State thought he might be able to -- he could be the answer. Or maybe Richardson will grow another couple of inches. Otherwise, it's Hatch or someone 6-3 or 6-4 -- which may be okay; Illnois went almost a whole year undefeated not long ago while starting three guys 6-4 and under. But it's the one obvious potential gap on the roster with no room to fill it for a couple of years.
On the other hand, these aren't bad problems to have...
Comment
-
Re: The future
Originally posted by WSUwatcherI'm delighted to see the guard situation apparently in good hands for a while, and I also hope and expect to see Orukpe in Shocker colors after next year.
Still, that will leave me, at least, wondering about two main questions:
1. What will happen with Raphael Akpejiori, the next Nigerian nightmare currently a junior (I think) at Sunrise? Will he be good enough to want as a Shocker, as it sounds like he may be? And if so, and if the Shocks have an in with him based on his being in town already and his relationship with Orukpe, where's the spot for him? Something would have to open up unless he goes on to yet another prep school -- and how long can you keep a guy in prep schools?
2. Who plays small forward? If Coy can keep up defensively -- and it seems that Arizona State thought he might be able to -- he could be the answer. Or maybe Richardson will grow another couple of inches. Otherwise, it's Hatch or someone 6-3 or 6-4 -- which may be okay; Illnois went almost a whole year undefeated not long ago while starting three guys 6-4 and under. But it's the one obvious potential gap on the roster with no room to fill it for a couple of years.
On the other hand, these aren't bad problems to have...
2. I think Hatch/Richardson are our guys at SF. Murry and Kyles can fill in, if needed.
Comment
-
Re: The future
Originally posted by RoyalShockOriginally posted by WSUwatcherI'm delighted to see the guard situation apparently in good hands for a while, and I also hope and expect to see Orukpe in Shocker colors after next year.
Still, that will leave me, at least, wondering about two main questions:
1. What will happen with Raphael Akpejiori, the next Nigerian nightmare currently a junior (I think) at Sunrise? Will he be good enough to want as a Shocker, as it sounds like he may be? And if so, and if the Shocks have an in with him based on his being in town already and his relationship with Orukpe, where's the spot for him? Something would have to open up unless he goes on to yet another prep school -- and how long can you keep a guy in prep schools?
2. Who plays small forward? If Coy can keep up defensively -- and it seems that Arizona State thought he might be able to -- he could be the answer. Or maybe Richardson will grow another couple of inches. Otherwise, it's Hatch or someone 6-3 or 6-4 -- which may be okay; Illnois went almost a whole year undefeated not long ago while starting three guys 6-4 and under. But it's the one obvious potential gap on the roster with no room to fill it for a couple of years.
On the other hand, these aren't bad problems to have...
2. I think Hatch/Richardson are our guys at SF. Murry and Kyles can fill in, if needed.
Comment
-
I expect Coy to fill that role much of his career here.Infinity Art Glass - Fantastic local artist and Shocker fan
RIP Guy Always A Shocker
Carpenter Place - A blessing to many young girls/women
ICT S.O.S - Great local cause fighting against human trafficking
Wartick Insurance Agency - Saved me money with more coverage.
Save Shocker Sports - A rallying cry
Comment
-
Re: The future
Originally posted by WSUwatcherI'm delighted to see the guard situation apparently in good hands for a while, and I also hope and expect to see Orukpe in Shocker colors after next year.
Still, that will leave me, at least, wondering about two main questions:
1. What will happen with Raphael Akpejiori, the next Nigerian nightmare currently a junior (I think) at Sunrise? Will he be good enough to want as a Shocker, as it sounds like he may be? And if so, and if the Shocks have an in with him based on his being in town already and his relationship with Orukpe, where's the spot for him? Something would have to open up unless he goes on to yet another prep school -- and how long can you keep a guy in prep schools?
2. Who plays small forward? If Coy can keep up defensively -- and it seems that Arizona State thought he might be able to -- he could be the answer. Or maybe Richardson will grow another couple of inches. Otherwise, it's Hatch or someone 6-3 or 6-4 -- which may be okay; Illnois went almost a whole year undefeated not long ago while starting three guys 6-4 and under. But it's the one obvious potential gap on the roster with no room to fill it for a couple of years.
On the other hand, these aren't bad problems to have...Because Denny Crane says so Dammit!
Comment
-
Originally posted by ShockRefI would keep a close eye on DK to admirably fill the time AJH consumed @ the 3 spot. He has the ability and could be the next big thing. 8)Infinity Art Glass - Fantastic local artist and Shocker fan
RIP Guy Always A Shocker
Carpenter Place - A blessing to many young girls/women
ICT S.O.S - Great local cause fighting against human trafficking
Wartick Insurance Agency - Saved me money with more coverage.
Save Shocker Sports - A rallying cry
Comment
-
I expect DK to work his tail off over the summer and earn that 3 spot before the start of the year.
I will be very disappointed in his missed opportunity if he doesn't.
Hannah, Murry, Kyles, Blair, Durley. Solid.
Manigault, Williams, Hatch (Coy), Ellis, Stutz. Solid.
Richardson and Hamilton I see as possible RS candidates. Hamilton to continue to develop, and Richardson due to fact still only 17.
Comment
Comment