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-> One thing is certain: Caroline’s presence at UConn will certainly be an allure for Reid if he chooses to commit to the men’s program.

“My whole family and I are really close, Caroline and I have been working out together, (played) together a whole lot,” he said. “That’ll definitely help my decision.”

That decision won’t likely come for another year. Ducharme, a 6-foot-4 shooting guard, is being heavily recruited by not only UConn but Iowa, Stanford, Providence and a few Ivy League programs, among others. <-
 
I think his comment about his sister means how she likes UConn and what her experience is here will influence his decision, rather than simply her playing for UConn. If we want him, I hope she likes it here and plays a ton.
 
UCTitleTown said:
I think his comment about his sister means how she likes UConn and what her experience is here will influence his decision, rather than simply her playing for UConn. If we want him, I hope she likes it here and plays a ton.
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I think she will play enough. The coaches and players are saying she is better than expected.
 
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HooperScooper said:
What were the expectations? Wasn't she a top 5 rated recruit?
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I think she is going to be a star, based on a couple of things. I caught a podcast with her talking basketball and I swear she reminded me of Taurasi. She sounded like she knows and loves the game. The initial reports are good, she's tall and can make 3's. She will fit this team like a glove.
 
HooperScooper said:
What were the expectations? Wasn't she a top 5 rated recruit?
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She has been hurt a lot in high school, so her ranking suffered early. She’s a stud and will be in the league one day. UConn has recently gotten and have ALOT of talent coming in, so it’s gonna be hard for any one player not named Paige, Azzie or Aliyah to stand out. But I’m hearing if anyone, it will be her. Her experience here should be awesome because not only will she play, she will be good.
 
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I Bleed Blue said:
Curious if we can bring in both Ducharme and Griffiths. Slightly different play styles, so maybe we can.

A class of Ducharme at SG, Griffiths at SF, and Bowen at PF, plus a Top PG would be killer.
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Miranda has to be a priority as well
 
Not the first time it’s happened and won’t be the last, but this kid’s height is different on every website. Is he 6’4”, 6’5” or 6’6”?
 
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IF a choice is needed, I have been predisposed to favor Ducharme over Griffith because I assumed by reputation and ranking that they were equal shooters with approximately equal size and skill to play a big 2G for us. I liked the storyline with Caroline. I liked the storyline playing with Bowen and Buzelis at Brewster where I could watch in person, and maybe see half of our future team.

Now that I've watched multiple live streamed games of both, at Avon Old Farms with their Brewster and Kingswood teams, and Peach Jam with their AAU teams, Griffith is winning me over based on his consistency. In the small sample size, if they both shoot 40% from deep, Griffith seems to be a guy who makes 4 out of every 10. Ducharme seems to have cold streaks and I haven't yet seen the hot streak that must be there. Both have a relationship with Bowen.

The defensive comment of @Matrim55 with respect to Ducharme surprises me because in the AAU games he was the point person in a 1-2-2 zone whenever I noticed. They were using him there to chase the ball and be difficult to pass over. He wasn't really playing anybody to show tough hardnosed defense. Since we don't seem to play zone, I didn't think there was much to notice unless Hurley wanted to change up to a zone in certain game situations.

(FYI; I think he is 6'6 or a big 6'5. Definitely bigger than 6'4. I've forgotten how to convert to Hilton units.)

If we are losing Hawkins to the pros after 2 seasons, I could see both as Huskies. I love the great comments from Castle, Bowen, Ducharme, and Griffith. I think Buzelis might be impactful in the most ways. Buzelis, Miranda, & Edwards have been interested enough to unofficial without gushing like the others. I'd be thrilled if we filled our open roster spots with any combination of as many of these players as practical. I do want Bowen, and at least 1 of Griffith and Ducharme.
 
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Ricker said:
IF a choice is needed, I have been predisposed to favor Ducharme over Griffith because I assumed by reputation and ranking that they were equal shooters with approximately equal size and skill to play a big 2G for us. I liked the storyline with Caroline. I liked the storyline playing with Bowen and Buzelis at Brewster where I could watch in person, and maybe see half of our future team.

Now that I've watched multiple live streamed games of both, at Avon Old Farms with their Brewster and Kingswood teams, and Peach Jam with their AAU teams, Griffith is winning me over based on his consistency. In the small sample size, if they both shoot 40% from deep, Griffith seems to be a guy who makes 4 out of every 10. Ducharme seems to have cold streaks and I haven't yet seen the hot streak that must be there. Both have a relationship with Bowen.

The defensive comment of @Matrim55 with respect to Ducharme surprises me because in the AAU games he was the point person in a 1-2-2 zone whenever I noticed. They were using him there to chase the ball and be difficult to pass over. He wasn't really playing anybody to show tough hardnosed defense. Since we don't seem to play zone, I didn't think there was much to notice unless Hurley wanted to change up to a zone in certain game situations.

(FYI; I think he is 6'6 or a big 6'5. Definitely bigger than 6'4. I've forgotten how to convert to Hilton units.)
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Always appreciate your insights Ricker. I haven't seen much of Ducharme, helpful that's helpful to hear.

And FWIW remember that Ducharme was playing up in 17U. Better competition could have impacted his consistency. Plus playing with new guys for BABC and with a team that has never played a game together with Brewster... he's both not the #1 option like Gavin is for his team, and has less experience playing with those groups. Personally not concerned with the consistency just yet. Give him a month with Brewster before we make those judgments in my opinion.

Griffiths looks 6'6 to me and Ducharme looks 6'5. Probably listed an inch taller for each in college.

We have enough talent leaving (or likely leaving) that year that I wouldn't be surprised if we pursue both heavily and could accept a commitment from both. I'm thinking GG as a Jackson replacement and RD as a Hawkins replacement potentially. Ducharme is probably a 2/3 and Griffiths a pure 3, so some options to play together.
 
Matrim55 said:
Because when you see him play live you realize he defends like a mean SOB.
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Now that is music to my ears. My imagination serves up a slightly taller version of Rex Walters, who I watched quite a lot. But that's probably asking too much.
 
It’s pretty amazing how many high upside kids we are recruiting for 23. It’s really difficult to try and pick and choose what direction I hope we move in because they all seem to bring so much to the table. The other hard part is trying to predict how many open scholarships we will have to offer as well.
 
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husky429 said:
Always appreciate your insights Ricker. I haven't seen much of Ducharme, helpful that's helpful to hear.

And FWIW remember that Ducharme was playing up in 17U. Better competition could have impacted his consistency. Plus playing with new guys for BABC and with a team that has never played a game together with Brewster... he's both not the #1 option like Gavin is for his team, and has less experience playing with those groups. Personally not concerned with the consistency just yet. Give him a month with Brewster before we make those judgments in my opinion.

Griffiths looks 6'6 to me and Ducharme looks 6'5. Probably listed an inch taller for each in college.

We have enough talent leaving (or likely leaving) that year that I wouldn't be surprised if we pursue both heavily and could accept a commitment from both. I'm thinking GG as a Jackson replacement and RD as a Hawkins replacement potentially. Ducharme is probably a 2/3 and Griffiths a pure 3, so some options to play together.
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I have not watched much of either, but I thought Ducharme was playing mostly G, even 1 sometimes. Is he more of 2/3 or is that just your guesstimate based on his size and shooting? Genuinely curious, haven't watched them like others have.
 
Mr. French said:
I have not watched much of either, but I thought Ducharme was playing mostly G, even 1 sometimes. Is he more of 2/3 or is that just your guesstimate based on his size and shooting? Genuinely curious, haven't watched them like others have.
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Watched half a full game so far
I expect he'll play 2/3 at Brewster and college. I'll get a better sense as I watch these games. Not seeing the handle/PnR passing to really be a lead guard currently. He's got 2 years more in HS though--that could easily change.
 
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DUCHARME VS BUCKINGHAM BROWN


21 PTS
6 REB
1 AST (2 potential/ 2 foul)

2 TO
0 BLK
0 STL

7/7 2FG
1/6 3FG
4/5 FT
  • Played roughly 18 minutes. Sat most of the 2nd with foul trouble and the whole 4th because his team was up 20.
  • Strength/athleticism combo is good for a ⅔ combo. Not an athlete like Hawkins at the 2, but good. In particular he doesn’t move as well laterally. But he’s stronger at the same stage.
  • Looks 6’5 or 6’6 to me. Tallest on his team.
  • Passes with his left hand a bit… not great, but a solid skill to have. Short arms some easy passes.
  • Strong driver to his right hand. Finishes well from what I can see… has a reverse, regular, 2 foot and 1 foot finish. Not bad.
  • Nice use of jabs.. Fundamentally sound footwork overall on the perimeter
  • Decent shooting form. Fantastic follow through and balance mostly. Leans back too much and seems to be why he misses. Seems to have a really high Larry-esque setpoint that is slowing his shot down.
  • FT form is good. You can tell his coach has told him to keep the ball close to his body on the way up… he taps the ball against stomach. I think that was a Steve Nash trick. He misses when he leans back on his FTs instead of keeping his posture or leaning in a little…. After the miss he leans onto his toes. Sign that he’s aware of the bad habit.
  • Not sure he has much of a left hand dribbling it yet. Got into the corner a couple times and didnt try to get out with the left.
  • Competition isn’t great, but some nice drive and kick looks. Should be a translatable skill at Brewster.
  • Defense:
    • On-ball defense seems good enough. Very conscious of staying in his stance. Does some wonky stuff with his feet but generally okay. Needs to turn and sprint a little earlier instead of continuing the slide. The kind of thing he’ll be forced to learn at practice at Brewster. He’s getting away with it because he’s so much better here.
    • Defends very stiff in his shoulders. Defends like bad coaches are telling kids to. Both hands up on the drive, not cross his feet early enough… weird stuff like that.
    • Not great off ball D… looks stiff and uncomfortable, not naturally keeping his eye on the ball and his man. Mechanical-ish. You can tell he’s been coached to keep his hands out and swipe up at the ball. Doesn’t commit to help enough, especially considering how weak the players he’s guarding are. Experience will help. Effort is there for sure.
    • Not sure I see the “mean SOB” moniker here at all… must have been an AAU thing. Hopefully that has developed.
    • We’ll learn a lot more about his defense next year. He’s so much bigger/stronger than the guys he’s guarding, his own man doesn’t really do much.
    • Not sure he’s really the athlete or natural defender to generate steals or blocks. This competition is weak and his defensive fundamentals looks suspect.
  • No left hand driving… Seems to have a bit of a left hand at the rim, but not too confident in it yet. Goes right when under pressure by habit
  • Not a fundamentally sound rebounder at all. He should be dominating the boards with his size vs these guys and doesn’t find a body or pursue the ball much at all. Seems more fond of leaking out in transition if someone hits him.
  • Scored or assisted on EVERY SINGLE point his team had in the 1st Q.
  • Sat most of the 2nd quarter with foul trouble.
  • Very soft touch around the rim even with tough angles.

Right hand drive gets fouled. Makes 2/2 at the line.
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Gets back cut… bad defense.
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For 3
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Bricked 3. Still like the footwork and catch though for a soph.
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I don’t know why anyone ever thought this kid wasn’t an athlete… well, I do. But he has hops.
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Next play… right hand for 2.
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Deflection
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Fouled on the euro… would’ve got it off if he laid it up with the left.
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Good help forces the TO… not gonna happen at Brewster with normally better comp. But good to see the positioning and awareness.
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And one… love the way he leaks in transition behind his defender. Watch him read his defenders eyes in these.
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Funky but successful double team here. Another one of those things that won’t really work at Brester but he gets away with now. Need to double more selectively IMO
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Rebound and the long potential assist his teammate somehow bricked
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Dumb shot with no shotclock to worry about
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Easy 2
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Nice potential assist
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TO… needs to work on the left hand dribble
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Not really sure what to think of this D. Didn’t take the right angle to cut off the scoring spot I guess
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Foul assist
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Easy 2
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Rebound
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Rebound. TO on the other end.
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Missed 3. teammate Gets the board, then he drives for 2.
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Nice funky reverse 2
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Drive and dish--teammate gets fouled
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Offensive board
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Reid just picked up a Cuse offer
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