2015 Recruits

[Kemo]

Re: 2015 Recruits

Will the PG be 4 yr or JUCO?.....

No idea. I'm sure the coaching staff would like to find a 4 year player, but it all depends on who is available. It wouldn't shock me if they went after a transfer, either, as more and more kids are transferring out of their original school than ever before. Plus, we could afford to have a PG sit for a year with both Marshall and Moffit coming back.

[Hip2daHop]

Re: 2015 Recruits

Will the PG be 4 yr or JUCO?.....

[SUPERBUNNY]

Re: 2015 Recruits

In terms of post play for 2015-16, I'm really not worried about it. No doubt Larson is an exceptional post and his back-to-the basket game won't be able to be replaced next year, but we also don't have to run the offense through the post, either.

We had 2 tournament teams that had strong point guard play but limited post scoring. Theisen is a bigger, but slightly less athletic than Fiegen was, but should be able to fill a similar roll with maybe even a higher potential for back-to-the-basket/ underneath scoring. I can't stress enough how well Ian has played overall considering that he's a true freshman.

I'm also not ready to give up on Devine, either. The kid showed potential of being a very good rim protector early in the season, which can be such a valuable asset for a mid major, as most just don't have this type of player. The key is to get Conner not to be a liability on offense, and I still believe that is coming from a lack of confidence. Hopefully the coaching staff can figure out a way to get him to just play naturally on the offensive end instead of just trying not to make a mistake (which, ironically, usually happens when you think this way).

Also, Logan Doyle will only be a sophomore and Mike Daum will be a redshirt freshman, so both have the potential to take big steps in the off season, especially considering bigs usually develop later than other positions.

This is a Bingo!

If anyone should be able to appreciate good PG play it is Jacks fans. It is critical! We do have a bunch of big bodies that will be back and should be ready to go. Is there anyone of Cody Larson caliber? Really doubtful but any of those kids could develop.

It would be awesome to add a PG and a post but until something opens up that isn't possible. Coming to the Jacks would have to look quite attractive for a post considering what we will have back. Remember, Scott highly prefers to have 4-year players. This year is odd for a Nagy team with Larson, Parks, and Marshall all transferring in. Will it be a trend? We will see.

SUPERBUNNY

[Kemo]

Re: 2015 Recruits

In terms of post play for 2015-16, I'm really not worried about it. No doubt Larson is an exceptional post and his back-to-the basket game won't be able to be replaced next year, but we also don't have to run the offense through the post, either.

We had 2 tournament teams that had strong point guard play but limited post scoring. Theisen is a bigger, but slightly less athletic than Fiegen was, but should be able to fill a similar roll with maybe even a higher potential for back-to-the-basket/ underneath scoring. I can't stress enough how well Ian has played overall considering that he's a true freshman.

I'm also not ready to give up on Devine, either. The kid showed potential of being a very good rim protector early in the season, which can be such a valuable asset for a mid major, as most just don't have this type of player. The key is to get Conner not to be a liability on offense, and I still believe that is coming from a lack of confidence. Hopefully the coaching staff can figure out a way to get him to just play naturally on the offensive end instead of just trying not to make a mistake (which, ironically, usually happens when you think this way).

Also, Logan Doyle will only be a sophomore and Mike Daum will be a redshirt freshman, so both have the potential to take big steps in the off season, especially considering bigs usually develop later than other positions.

[jacks1]

Re: 2015 Recruits

It's tough to choose between a post and PG recruit for this class.

Not really. College basketball is guard driven. You can win, especially in the Summit, with less than stellar post play. You can't win without good guard play.

[bigticket1]

Re: 2015 Recruits

It's tough to choose between a post and PG recruit for this class. There is definitely a need to bring a PG into the program to groom for the future when Marshall and Parks are gone. On the other hand , with the 4 starters we return next year it has the chance to be one of those "special" seasons like we had in Nate's last two seasons if we can get above average post play. I think Theisen can be a part of that , but we need another post that can step in and I'm not 100% convinced that Devine is that player , since he has been getting virtually no meaningful minutes since the conference season began. I would have to agree that the possibility of a player(s) leaving after the season could very well happen , and that Moffitt will likely get a scholarship his senior year if the Jacks have an open spot.

[Kemo]

Re: 2015 Recruits

Need a PG to groom for a year and take over once Marshall is gone. Heard this from someone that sits really close to the players on game days

This. Relying on a true freshman point guard (or a converted off guard) is not a recipe for winning the conference. Even Nate had an up and down true freshman year and could have benefited from a redshirt or being the backup for a year.

[jacks1]

Re: 2015 Recruits

Why a point guard as we are covered in 2016? Beyond that not so much. I think post is a glaring need on the 2016 roster. I would not be surprised if we don't see one and maybe two players leave the team and not hard to figure out who they are based on lack of playing time.

Need a PG to groom for a year and take over once Marshall is gone. Heard this from someone that sits really close to the players on game days

[JACKGUYII]

Re: 2015 Recruits

The last scholly is gonna go to a point guard. The only way we bring in a JUCO post is if someone leaves the team.

Why a point guard as we are covered in 2016? Beyond that not so much. I think post is a glaring need on the 2016 roster. I would not be surprised if we don't see one and maybe two players leave the team and not hard to figure out who they are based on lack of playing time.

[jacks1]

Re: 2015 Recruits

I agree. I'd also expect the last scholly to be a help now - JUCO player or offered to Moffitt for his senior year.

The last scholly is gonna go to a point guard. The only way we bring in a JUCO post is if someone leaves the team.

[Hip2daHop]

Re: 2015 Recruits

I agree. I'd also expect the last scholly to be a help now - JUCO player or offered to Moffitt for his senior year.

[Nidaros]

Re: 2015 Recruits

Looks to be a great addition. C-2 basketball is generally pretty good ball in Nebraska.

[UWMandSDSU]

Re: 2015 Recruits

Cool. It looks like he switched his verbal commitment, judging from his Twitter account. His cover art now features Frost Arena. ... Signing day for basketball hasn't arrived yet, has it?

April 15 is the spring signing day. Early signing period was Nov 12.

[Jacked_Up]

Re: 2015 Recruits

Cool. It looks like he switched his verbal commitment, judging from his Twitter account. His cover art now features Frost Arena. ... Signing day for basketball hasn't arrived yet, has it?

[Jacked4Days]

Re: 2015 Recruits

Highlights:

http://www.hudl.com/athlete/558273/h...s/137839377/v2

Reminds me of a lighter, more athletic Jordan Dykstra type player.