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Rick Issanza (C, 7'1", 225) to visit

There isnt much on big Rick aside from what we have from rivals.

Seeing as rivals puts him ahead of Jon Bol Ajak, Syracuse commit 3* 0.8535 per 247 and Raymond Hawkins, Alabama commit 0.8992 per 247 I think it’s safe to say he’s a 3* high 80’s guy for you 247 nerds. All these recruiting websites vary, of course, in rankings so it’s very difficult to guesstimate a ranking.

Rick has BIG12 offers but it doesn’t seem like he’s visited anywhere outside of UConn which is good for us but can be one of those “proceed with caution” as he hasn’t had a proper evaluation from the big time recruiting outlets.

In a recent TCU basketball recruiting article: “Playing for Bella Vista coach Kyle Weaver, a TCU alum himself, has certainly helped the shot-blocking dynamo build a relationship with the basketball staff, and it’s likely to come down to the Frogs or Bears when it comes to winning the big man’s services.”

HS coach is a TCU alum. Meh.

Raw talent, sure. But with Josh picking up a majority of the minutes, competing with him and Akok regularly, and the mere fact you can’t teach size I would love to have him. 7’1” is pretty damn tall!
 
Austin316 said:
There isnt much on big Rick aside from what we have from rivals.

Seeing as rivals puts him ahead of Jon Bol Ajak, Syracuse commit 3* 0.8535 per 247 and Raymond Hawkins, Alabama commit 0.8992 per 247 I think it’s safe to say he’s a 3* high 80’s guy for you 247 nerds. All these recruiting websites vary, of course, in rankings so it’s very difficult to guesstimate a ranking.

Rick has BIG12 offers but it doesn’t seem like he’s visited anywhere outside of UConn which is good for us but can be one of those “proceed with caution” as he hasn’t had a proper evaluation from the big time recruiting outlets.

In a recent TCU basketball recruiting article: “Playing for Bella Vista coach Kyle Weaver, a TCU alum himself, has certainly helped the shot-blocking dynamo build a relationship with the basketball staff, and it’s likely to come down to the Frogs or Bears when it comes to winning the big man’s services.”

HS coach is a TCU alum. Meh.

Raw talent, sure. But with Josh picking up a majority of the minutes, competing with him and Akok regularly, and the mere fact you can’t teach size I would love to have him. 7’1” is pretty damn tall!
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He’s a legit 7’1 too. Kid is gigantic. Two year starter for Bella Vista, which is one of the best programs in the country, which is encouraging. One thing he can do which will translate is block shots he’s a phenomenal shot blocker. Still a gamble taking him he’s so raw he’s likely a year away from being a year away. I like the Chuck Okwandu comparison, seems accurate.
 
Palatine said:
He is the #1 undecided center.
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Funny you say that because Charles Coleman actually just decommited from Wake. I wonder if Hurley will get involved. The old staff was going after him if I remember correctly.
 
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4xChamps said:
Funny you say that because Charles Coleman actually just decommited from Wake. I wonder if Hurley will get involved. The old staff was going after him if I remember correctly.
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Well that’s interesting...
 
JimHurley said:
What happened to this guy? I remember being on him early and thought he was a top 75 recruit. Now he’s outside the top 300?
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Don’t believe he was ever top 75. Was always a lower ranked guy that we thought could end up being a big riser, but never rose.
 
If there is a scholarship available I would take him provided he understands he is a backup. We could use another big with length
 
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GHSWolverines said:
If there is a scholarship available I would take him provided he understands he is a backup. We could use another big with length
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He would get 10 to 15 minutes a game and Hurley would help him develop. If he develops quickly, he could give us even more minutes by years end. I hope we get this kid
 
Hurley and co. can scout a million times better than me but 7'1 with a 7'7 wingspan. Someone who can block everything and just dunk doesn't sound at all bad to me. Not really sure what the red flag is here besides Palatine liking him...
Watch "Rick Issanza mix 2018 2019" on YouTube
 
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superjohn said:
Hurley and co. can scout a million times better than me but 7'1 with a 7'7 wingspan. Someone who can block everything and just dunk doesn't sound at all bad to me. Not really sure what the red flag is here besides Palatine liking him...
Watch "Rick Issanza mix 2018 2019" on YouTube
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Geez this tape looks even better than the earlier in the thread and by a lot. Close the deal please.
 
superjohn said:
Hurley and co. can scout a million times better than me but 7'1 with a 7'7 wingspan. Someone who can block everything and just dunk doesn't sound at all bad to me. Not really sure what the red flag is here besides Palatine liking him...
Watch "Rick Issanza mix 2018 2019" on YouTube
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yes please
 
Looks like he would definitely help next year and could develop into a real impact player. Nice little face up shot and he’s not earth bound. He can jump reasonably well.
 
He really does look good. I’d be excited to get him. My guess is that he’s being heavily courted and we want him, but it’s a battle. I’m sure some coaches have been on him for a long time.
 
NJHoops said:
They’re not going to make a move official/public until they get the 12th scholarship situation documented and finalized. They owe everyone involved at least that much.
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True but why is it taking so long?
 
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DadBod24 said:
Because a young man is deciding the fate of his basketball career. Very difficult circumstance.
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I'm glad it is in his hands and that it isn't the administration being difficult.
 
djct1999 said:
Because the young man is not on campus, spending time with his friends and family, and won't return until the summer session.
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The summer session FYI begins June 3rd. I have to imagine we'll have clarity by then.
 
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