Kenny Pohto 6'11 C 2021 a Shocker!

[NCAABound]

If he ever hits a buzzer beater that needs to be reviewed, will we call it a Pohto Finish?

I'll be here all week, folks!

He's not Finish....he's Swedish

bada bump

[Shock Top]

I hadn’t been too throughly impressed with what all has happened since IB was named permanent HC, but I have to give credit were it’s due on this one. Kudos coach.

Now, let’s hope this becomes a normality and not an outlier.

[pie n eye]

Any idea how much he played and how well at Sunrise?

Like his coach said they’re facing some solid competition most nights. It’s not difficult to imagine that he can come in and exceed what Bilau contributed last year. Both he and McFarlane look like they could play the 4 or 5 skill wise.

There weren’t many rebounds or blocks on his senior year highlight tape. I’ll assume for now that those two are a given for a 6’11 kid.

He doesn’t look super quick in that video but he also doesn’t look like a lumberer. His coach said he could guard multiple positions which leads me to believe he’s plenty athletic.

I love that he can shoot, keeps his head up to find open teammates and find the open space in the dunker spot. Seems like a high BBIQ/skill guy. Looks like he needs to add a counter move to his left shoulder baby hook. So does almost every young, tall post player.

Can’t wait to see our new post rotation in action.

[TheShocktocles]

Any idea how much he played and how well at Sunrise?

Like his coach said they’re facing some solid competition most nights. It’s not difficult to imagine that he can come in and exceed what Bilau contributed last year. Both he and McFarlane look like they could play the 4 or 5 skill wise.

There weren’t many rebounds or blocks on his senior year highlight tape. I’ll assume for now that those two are a given for a 6’11 kid.

He doesn’t look super quick in that video but he also doesn’t look like a video. His coach said he could guard multiple positions which leads me to believe he’s plenty athletic.

I love that he can shoot, keeps his head up to find open teammates and find the open space in the dunker spot. Seems like a high BBIQ/skill guy. Looks like he needs to add a counter move to his left shoulder baby hook. So does almost every young, tall post player.

Can’t wait to see our new post rotation in action.

Totally agree. Congratulations Coach IB. Go Shocks.

[shoxlax]

Just guessing, we never offered Leons. Not to say we wouldn’t have had Pohto not materialized. Funny how the dominoes fall.
Still would like to take a shot at Chuks.

[SubGod22]

Any idea how much he played and how well at Sunrise?

Like his coach said they’re facing some solid competition most nights. It’s not difficult to imagine that he can come in and exceed what Bilau contributed last year. Both he and McFarlane look like they could play the 4 or 5 skill wise.

There weren’t many rebounds or blocks on his senior year highlight tape. I’ll assume for now that those two are a given for a 6’11 kid.

He doesn’t look super quick in that video but he also doesn’t look like a video. His coach said he could guard multiple positions which leads me to believe he’s plenty athletic.

I love that he can shoot, keeps his head up to find open teammates and find the open space in the dunker spot. Seems like a high BBIQ/skill guy. Looks like he needs to add a counter move to his left shoulder baby hook. So does almost every young, tall post player.

Can’t wait to see our new post rotation in action.

I don't have his stats, but he was the starting center on the #2 HS team in the country.

Add that to what I've seen on video and this is the prized signing of this class. Kid is already a solid talent with ability and a higher ceiling than the others. He will earn time this year and contribute.

[Topshock]

I hadn’t been too throughly impressed with what all has happened since IB was named permanent HC, but I have to give credit were it’s due on this one. Kudos coach.

Now, let’s hope this becomes a normality and not an outlier.

The talent of all of IB's recruits is very high. This is definitely not an outlier. He is looking like a coach that recognizes talent, no matter how it is "ranked'

[WuShocker2006]

This is awesome. Sign another guard and leave one scholarship open.

[shockersx]

This is awesome. Sign another guard and leave one scholarship open.

Would not advise leaving a scholarship unused

[Shawdog62]

Yessss perfect!

[Dan]

We need to find an athletic freak that needs some developing and can train behind Dex

[Shock Top]

We need to find an athletic freak that needs some developing and can train behind Dex

I don’t know if I have any eligibility left...

[Mr. Pickle]

Not sure what his credentials are as a scout, but a guy from the Minnesota Rivals page did a pretty extensive write up about Pohto after he signed there.

[Shockadaisical]

I remember going to a game three years ago and I loved the atmosphere. (Koch Arena) was amazing and the fans were amazing, so I’m looking forward to it.”

Quote from Kenny. It appears that his time in Wichita has been positive and the passion of the fan base had a role in his decision.

[TrackSuitAndTie]

Not sure what this guy's credentials are as a scout, but a guy from the Minnesota Rivals page did a pretty extensive write up about Pohto after he signed there.

"Pohto has the terrific habit of making sure he gets a hit every time a shot goes up, so a second chance on Pohto's watch was almost non-existent on film against some really good teams and players."