New Athletic Article on Akok

[husky429]

Akok Akok’s energy and skill make him a huge part of the future of UConn basketball

The freshman forward ranks in the top 10 nationally in blocks per game and is still scratching the surface of his potential

theathletic.com

Read it if you can... Some highlights:

“It almost feels like he’s a sophomore,” Moore says. “Even though he only had one semester. The thing that makes him really good is that he loves basketball. He’s coming from a place he knows how important basketball is to his future and his family. He treats it that way. He’s as probably as close to anyone we have that sort of carries himself like a pro basketball player right now in terms of his recovery and treatment.

“He’s very methodical about his process, which you don’t usually see with kids when they come into college.”

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But in creating his routine, Akok has stood out to Moore because of his diligence and focus.

“You don’t really have to correct him very much in anything in here because you explain stuff and he does it,” Alosi adds. “I think he understands the importance of it, and I think he feels the benefits of it. I definitely feel that he feels the benefits of it because he comes in here with a great attitude everyday. His approach to the work is outstanding.”

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Mentions he's been fighting knee injuries too. Might explain some recent struggles.

 

[coachn]

Must be more aggressive on offense. Seems he is not always ready when his teammates find him. Has to click better with his teammates. Balls go thru his hands too easy.

 

[jdp89ct]

Great article...I really enjoyed learning more about his childhood and prep experience.

He’s such an easy kid to root for, the consummate teammate and someone who always gives 100% effort. Can’t wait to watch his continued evolution with us.

 

[Hans Sprungfeld]

Akok Akok’s energy and skill make him a huge part of the future of UConn basketball

The freshman forward ranks in the top 10 nationally in blocks per game and is still scratching the surface of his potential

theathletic.com

“It almost feels like he’s a sophomore,” Moore says.

Hurley referred to him as a "freshmore" a few weeks back in an interview.

 

[UconnPT2007]

Akok’s development is the key to our next 2 seasons. He has a much longer way to go offensively that I thought. If he can make a Brendan Adams-like leap (never thought I’d type that after last year) next year it would go a long way towards making us a top 20 team.