This quote really intrigues me.
Is he saying it's going to be primarily last year's team all over?
Or is he saying these experienced guys who have a year under his coaching are going to be the nucleus of a power house this year? We saw the improvement in Josh last year. With the added muscle and another off season of development, is he seeing a dominant center in Josh? I know he loves CV's energy and determination -- levelwise, it matches his. If he feels that he has gotten CV to redirect that drive in a direction that meshes with his own, he's got to be thrilled. And AG. Well, we all know what he's capable of. If he stays healthy does what he's always been capable of, the sky (such as it is in the confines of the mediocrity that is the AAC) is the limit.
This quote really intrigues me.
Is he saying it's going to be primarily last year's team all over?
Or is he saying these experienced guys who have a year under his coaching are going to be the nucleus of a power house this year? We saw the improvement in Josh last year. With the added muscle and another off season of development, is he seeing a dominant center in Josh? I know he loves CV's energy and determination -- levelwise, it matches his. If he feels that he has gotten CV to redirect that drive in a direction that meshes with his own, he's got to be thrilled. And AG. Well, we all know what he's capable of. If he stays healthy does what he's always been capable of, the sky (such as it is in the confines of the mediocrity that is the AAC) is the limit.
All great stuff. Comcast used to air this on some local channel with Calhoun, you knew the season was close, and he would give a rundown of the players and team. It would be great if someone could track down video of this.
Great news about Tyler, these improvements have to be linked to his physicality and aggressiveness.
Great comments about the improvement and expectations for the veterans and potential of the newer players, but a less than ringing endorsement for Adams.
“We felt he’d be a good person, a good player to help us rebuild the program. He’s an incredibly hard worker, he can really shoot the ball, he’s physically very strong, he’s athletic enough. It’s a big year for him to improve and develop a role for himself at UConn. My expectation is that he’s going to prove himself to be a valuable player this year."
wow! the praise for richie springs really jumped out to me:
“I think he is going to be great. He was a late add, but I think Richie, in his career, is going to prove to be as valuable as any of the other three freshman that probably came in with a lot more buzz. Richie’s 6-9, just turned 18, he’s still growing. Tristan Thompson is the best offensive rebounder I’ve ever coached, he plays for the Cavaliers, Richie Springs is would be the second best offensive rebounder I’ve ever coached. He’s such a quick jumper, traces the ball real well he’s going to develop a really good skill set. He could end up being 6-11 when it’s all said and done.”
Why? It's not like we won't need someone to pick up minutes in the middle this year.Is there a chance to redshirt Springs and let him full grow and develop before hitting the court?