2019/20 UConn Recruiting

[BobbyJ]

So, 41 on Thursday and 40 on Friday. I don’t know what Geno is thinking, but I’m impressed.

He might be trying to project what she could do with some defense being played on her. That’s what I’d be thinking.

 

[Sluconn Husky]

Cardinals reporter Jody Demling's 1st-hand report on Griffin:


Aubrey is listed as a guard but far from it. She plays the 3-4 for her team and she can also run the point. Like I said before, she's a more physical Candyce Bingham....she's a Jazz-type without the explosive leaping ability but maybe better handles (at this stage).

I certainly would not say she's a guard....and they're in great shape and would take her in a heartbeat.

Just got back from watching her and she had 23 today (16 were from her posted on the block)

 

[Charliebball]

He might be trying to project what she could do with some defense being played on her. That’s what I’d be thinking.

no defense in an AAU game.......surely you kid........

 

[HuskyFan1125]

Cardinals reporter Jody Demling's 1st-hand report on Griffin:


Aubrey is listed as a guard but far from it. She plays the 3-4 for her team and she can also run the point. Like I said before, she's a more physical Candyce Bingham....she's a Jazz-type without the explosive leaping ability but maybe better handles (at this stage).

I certainly would not say she's a guard....and they're in great shape and would take her in a heartbeat.

Just got back from watching her and she had 23 today (16 were from her posted on the block)

Exactly what i have been saying from the beginning. She is a 3/4 and imo will project as that at the next level. Maya Moore was also 6’1 and played the 4 spot all thru college successfully. I have seen Griffin play and she definitely has handles but she was lethal around the basket and in the paint.

 

[donalddoowop]

Yea. Saw that but at least GA and CD are watching her. I wasn’t sure there was any interest.

Maybe they found out their other choices are not committing to Uconn. I hope that is not the case.

 

[BobbyJ]

no defense in an AAU game..surely you kid...

That’s my point. Surprised that people get excited by meaningless numbers. Or maybe I’m not.

 

[MilfordHusky]

Maybe they found out their other choices are not committing to Uconn. I hope that is not the case.

I don’t think that’s the case. They are looking at 5 kids.

 

[UConnCat]

After watching Aubrey Griffin play in Louisville Geno traveled to Colorado Springs to watch the U17 team scrimmage as they continue preparation for the World Cup later this month.

 

[Sluconn Husky]

Louisville in on everyone.

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The 6-foot-2 Griffin, whose father is an assistant coach with the Oklahoma City Thunder, has an athletic background. She’s a very versatile guard and can play several positions at the college level. She missed her sophomore season because of an ACL.


Top rank: No. 56 by ESPN’s HoopGurlz

U of L’s chances: Louisville appears to be the favorite unless Connecticut offers - which they likely will after her showing last weekend. Other schools are trying to get in the mix.


Here are 10 University of Louisville women's basketball recruits to watch in the Class of 2019

 

[UConnCat]

Louisville in on everyone.

And he was just in Canada checking out the top-ranked 2020 Canadian recruit Merissah Russell (5-11 G). Recall she played in the Global Showcase against the US team that had Brunelle, Horston, Jackson and others. Russell and Horston were by far the best players in that game. I think Russell has already visited Louisville.

 

[Sluconn Husky]

Local video report on Jordan Horston prior to her leaving with the U17 team:


Africentric basketball star tackles international play, recruiting during very busy summer

 

[Sluconn Husky]

New video montage of Hailey Van Lith from a state tournament game:

 

[HuskyFan1125]

Caitlin Clark highlights. This kid is starting to grow on me

2020 PG Caitlin Clark Highlights From The Grassroots Summer Championship!

 

[Mdoggie]

Hailey Van Lith ala Shea Ralph. Uconn will get her. Boston and Jones complete the trifecta. Future battles with the leprechauns will be classic. I feel like the Irish will get SB "friends". Uconns team with the 3 named above, Megantron and the girl with the strong game who scores points will be formidable.

 

[BobbyJ]

New video montage of Hailey Van Lith from a state tournament game:

Winters are cold in Storrs but I don't see Auriemma letting her wear the long johns.

 

[Charliebball]

Hailey Van Lith ala Shea Ralph. Uconn will get her. Boston and Jones complete the trifecta. Future battles with the leprechauns will be classic. I feel like the Irish will get SB "friends". Uconns team with the 3 named above, Megantron and the girl with the strong game who scores points will be formidable.

problem is Boston seems to be an SB friend and also played AAU with ND pledge Jordan Nixon..............don't assume she's a UConn lock............

 

[Huskee11]

Wow Van Lith has a great handle - knows how to create space - reminds me of Chauncey Billups only left handed. Lindsay Whelan comes to mind as well.

Hope we get her!

 

[oldude]

problem is Boston seems to be an SB friend and also played AAU with ND pledge Jordan Nixon....don't assume she's a UConn lock..

Boston is practically a fixture at UConn home games. She lives right up the road in MA. I’m sure she’s friends with lots of players she knows from the AAU circuit and USA b-ball.

And then there is the history of outstanding UConn bigs who achieved their potential as Huskies: Lobo, Wolters, Charles, Dolson, Stokes & Stewart.

Mark my word. Boston will be playing her college basketball somewhere in New England.

 

[Charliebball]

Boston is practically a fixture at UConn home games. She lives right up the road in MA. I’m sure she’s friends with lots of players she knows from the AAU circuit and USA b-ball.

And then there is the history of outstanding UConn bigs who achieved their potential as Huskies: Lobo, Wolters, Charles, Dolson, Stokes & Stewart.

Mark my word. Boston will be playing her college basketball somewhere in New England.

I certainly hope you're right but as I've noted before, it seems a bit odd that a UConn "lock" wouldn't just accept the offer to end whatever recruiting pressure she might be under never mind the fan speculation.........I would think she'd be jumping at the chance of being a possible four year starter for such a storied program........I don't buy the "target on your back" argument as plenty of other recruits have announced without any negative ramifications that I'm aware of.........frankly I think Ms Boston can take care of herself if she receives some razzing from other players or fans........

 

[oldude]

I certainly hope you're right but as I've noted before, it seems a bit odd that a UConn "lock" wouldn't just accept the offer to end whatever recruiting pressure she might be under never mind the fan speculation....I would think she'd be jumping at the chance of being a possible four year starter for such a storied program...I don't buy the "target on your back" argument as plenty of other recruits have announced without any negative ramifications that I'm aware of....frankly I think Ms Boston can take care of herself if she receives some razzing from other players or fans...

I’ve learned from experience that expecting teenagers to get things done on your schedule is a recipe for futility. I’m sure Boston is enjoying the recruiting experience, and I suspect that Geno is not pressuring her for a commitment at this time.

While I realize that BY’ers would all love to have “non-binding” verbal commitments from Boston and a host of other UConn recruits. After the experience with Charli Collier, the only commitment I care about is the one accompanied by a signature that can only be made during the early signing period of Nov 14-28.

 

[Orangutan]

Mark my word. Boston will be playing her college basketball somewhere in New England.

BC could really use her.

 

[meyers7]

BC could really use her.

Tufts. Seeing as how she is already playing for Carla.

 

[connboy77]

BC could really use her.

Why would Boston play for a team that has zero chance of getting to the final four let alone win a NC?

 

[Huskee11]

Why would Boston play for a team that has zero chance of getting to the final four let alone win a NC?

Orangutan was kidding I'm sure. Still, has to be some interest in a college that they named after you.

 

[oldude]

Why would Boston play for a team that has zero chance of getting to the final four let alone win a NC?

Charity?