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Re: Game 27: at Binghamton 2/15
« Reply #15 on: February 17, 2018, 09:08:59 am »
I agree on all fronts Oldseawolf. Especially with Almonancy.  Big mistake not playing a local product. Coach Boals has a lot to learn.  I personally think coach B is NOT a HC but more of an assisstant.

I too, am disappointed with his effort this year, but I think we need to give him 1 year, with HIS recruits.  I think we were all led to believe that this year would be much better, given last year's results.  But looking back on it, he leaned heavily on Woodhouse, as he should have, but this year, we have no leadership on the court at all.  Every team lives or dies with its quarterback.  Let's see what next year brings.
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Re: Game 27: at Binghamton 2/15
« Reply #16 on: February 17, 2018, 09:33:28 am »
I agree  get some more new blood and see what happens . He still has 1 scholarship to give hopefully its another big man .

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Re: Game 27: at Binghamton 2/15
« Reply #17 on: February 17, 2018, 10:26:13 am »
It’s a sad end to Ty’s career. He was a nice reserve his first two years and, while he had some head scratchers, he still played an important role in our success as a junior. This year, it seems as though Boals has seen enough of him - nothing inside, too many turnovers, not enough on defense, poor shot selection a lot of the time. Tonight, 6 minutes, 3 fouls (1 a weak tech) and almost no contributions. Saintel had a nice first half, but the four other seniors combined for 5 points.

Just not enough firepower or consistency.


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I agree.  Seems like a nice kid, but since his surge in the 1st half of last season, it's been straight downhill for him.  Poor basketball IQ and athleticism just not showing up. 'Tis a shame.

Although Olaniyi makes a lot of freshmen mistakes, he shows lots of potential and he and Yeboah will be the core of the team next year.   Point guard worries me tremendously.  Cornish, who has abundant energy and athleticism, is just plain out of control too much, and that is a position that requires discipline as the quarterback of the team.  On the other hand, as I watch McKenzie closely, he lacks athleticism, and is downright slow - certainly more in control than Cornish, but can't see him being the starting PG moving forward.  For whatever reason, Almonacy has fallen out of favor, and he'll probably wind up transferring I'd imagine, if he's looking to continue his playing.  Personally, I'd play Almonacy now over McKenzie.

Saintel played a really good game last night - tremendously athletic, just needs to finish better around the rim generally.  That steal and dunk last night was the highlight of the game.  Also, Chef did some good things early in the game last night.   He's raw, but I definitely see potential there.
I agree on all fronts Oldseawolf. Especially with Almonancy.  Big mistake not playing a local product. Coach Boals has a lot to learn.  I personally think coach B is NOT a HC but more of an assisstant.

I'll reserve judgment on Boals for now. Not saying I completely disagree with you, but he deserves a longer leash. He did a nice job with last year's team.

On your other point, I'd have to think that very few are clamoring for more Almonacy. Granted, I'm surprised he's been DNP'd entirely, but I think that's mostly on merit. He has looked disinterested; maybe that's just on the outside. I could see him getting some bit time, but that Iroegbu has played the point when Mac and Cornish have been in foul trouble speaks volumes about how far Almonacy has fallen ... assuming he's not injured of course.

And if you have a problem with them not playing him simply because he's local, then you should take a close look at the recruits on our radar. Nobody's local. Problem with that or no? I do not because the Long Island hoops landscape is pretty barren in general. Let's get the best guys we can, regardless of their place of origin.
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Re: Game 27: at Binghamton 2/15
« Reply #18 on: February 17, 2018, 12:51:58 pm »
It’s a sad end to Ty’s career. He was a nice reserve his first two years and, while he had some head scratchers, he still played an important role in our success as a junior. This year, it seems as though Boals has seen enough of him - nothing inside, too many turnovers, not enough on defense, poor shot selection a lot of the time. Tonight, 6 minutes, 3 fouls (1 a weak tech) and almost no contributions. Saintel had a nice first half, but the four other seniors combined for 5 points.

Just not enough firepower or consistency.


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I agree.  Seems like a nice kid, but since his surge in the 1st half of last season, it's been straight downhill for him.  Poor basketball IQ and athleticism just not showing up. 'Tis a shame.

Although Olaniyi makes a lot of freshmen mistakes, he shows lots of potential and he and Yeboah will be the core of the team next year.   Point guard worries me tremendously.  Cornish, who has abundant energy and athleticism, is just plain out of control too much, and that is a position that requires discipline as the quarterback of the team.  On the other hand, as I watch McKenzie closely, he lacks athleticism, and is downright slow - certainly more in control than Cornish, but can't see him being the starting PG moving forward.  For whatever reason, Almonacy has fallen out of favor, and he'll probably wind up transferring I'd imagine, if he's looking to continue his playing.  Personally, I'd play Almonacy now over McKenzie.

Saintel played a really good game last night - tremendously athletic, just needs to finish better around the rim generally.  That steal and dunk last night was the highlight of the game.  Also, Chef did some good things early in the game last night.   He's raw, but I definitely see potential there.
I agree on all fronts Oldseawolf. Especially with Almonancy.  Big mistake not playing a local product. Coach Boals has a lot to learn.  I personally think coach B is NOT a HC but more of an assisstant.

I'll reserve judgment on Boals for now. Not saying I completely disagree with you, but he deserves a longer leash. He did a nice job with last year's team.

On your other point, I'd have to think that very few are clamoring for more Almonacy. Granted, I'm surprised he's been DNP'd entirely, but I think that's mostly on merit. He has looked disinterested; maybe that's just on the outside. I could see him getting some bit time, but that Iroegbu has played the point when Mac and Cornish have been in foul trouble speaks volumes about how far Almonacy has fallen ... assuming he's not injured of course.

And if you have a problem with them not playing him simply because he's local, then you should take a close look at the recruits on our radar. Nobody's local. Problem with that or no? I do not because the Long Island hoops landscape is pretty barren in general. Let's get the best guys we can, regardless of their place of origin.

Checkmate. Coach Boals absolutey should be playing Almonacy over Cornish or McKenzie. Boals wont because he didnt recruit Almonacy . Coach P was widely liked and popular on long Island because he did have a couple of local products from L I on his team. Woodhouse had a nice following when he was here, so does Almonacy ..

Last year team was not his team. It was still Pikiell so, I give Boals very little credit for their season.

I have to give coach Boals one more season as well before I make a final judgement call on him, but from what I am seeing of his play calling and use of timeouts, he is as green as they come..

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Re: Game 27: at Binghamton 2/15
« Reply #19 on: February 18, 2018, 07:50:31 am »
It’s a sad end to Ty’s career. He was a nice reserve his first two years and, while he had some head scratchers, he still played an important role in our success as a junior. This year, it seems as though Boals has seen enough of him - nothing inside, too many turnovers, not enough on defense, poor shot selection a lot of the time. Tonight, 6 minutes, 3 fouls (1 a weak tech) and almost no contributions. Saintel had a nice first half, but the four other seniors combined for 5 points.

Just not enough firepower or consistency.


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I agree.  Seems like a nice kid, but since his surge in the 1st half of last season, it's been straight downhill for him.  Poor basketball IQ and athleticism just not showing up. 'Tis a shame.

Although Olaniyi makes a lot of freshmen mistakes, he shows lots of potential and he and Yeboah will be the core of the team next year.   Point guard worries me tremendously.  Cornish, who has abundant energy and athleticism, is just plain out of control too much, and that is a position that requires discipline as the quarterback of the team.  On the other hand, as I watch McKenzie closely, he lacks athleticism, and is downright slow - certainly more in control than Cornish, but can't see him being the starting PG moving forward.  For whatever reason, Almonacy has fallen out of favor, and he'll probably wind up transferring I'd imagine, if he's looking to continue his playing.  Personally, I'd play Almonacy now over McKenzie.

Saintel played a really good game last night - tremendously athletic, just needs to finish better around the rim generally.  That steal and dunk last night was the highlight of the game.  Also, Chef did some good things early in the game last night.   He's raw, but I definitely see potential there.
I agree on all fronts Oldseawolf. Especially with Almonancy.  Big mistake not playing a local product. Coach Boals has a lot to learn.  I personally think coach B is NOT a HC but more of an assisstant.

I'll reserve judgment on Boals for now. Not saying I completely disagree with you, but he deserves a longer leash. He did a nice job with last year's team.

On your other point, I'd have to think that very few are clamoring for more Almonacy. Granted, I'm surprised he's been DNP'd entirely, but I think that's mostly on merit. He has looked disinterested; maybe that's just on the outside. I could see him getting some bit time, but that Iroegbu has played the point when Mac and Cornish have been in foul trouble speaks volumes about how far Almonacy has fallen ... assuming he's not injured of course.

And if you have a problem with them not playing him simply because he's local, then you should take a close look at the recruits on our radar. Nobody's local. Problem with that or no? I do not because the Long Island hoops landscape is pretty barren in general. Let's get the best guys we can, regardless of their place of origin.

Checkmate. Coach Boals absolutey should be playing Almonacy over Cornish or McKenzie. Boals wont because he didnt recruit Almonacy . Coach P was widely liked and popular on long Island because he did have a couple of local products from L I on his team. Woodhouse had a nice following when he was here, so does Almonacy ..

Last year team was not his team. It was still Pikiell so, I give Boals very little credit for their season.

I have to give coach Boals one more season as well before I make a final judgement call on him, but from what I am seeing of his play calling and use of timeouts, he is as green as they come..

Savion Lewis, PG,is  the best player on Long Island and is averaging 33 points per game for Half Hollow Hills .He has no offers from Stony Brook. Now could that be because of his grades? Possible.. Maybe someone with some info can tell me if this is the case or not.. HH plays Ward Melville next week in the 2nd round of the playoffs..

 https://247sports.com/Player/Savion-Lewis-46035309

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Re: Game 27: at Binghamton 2/15
« Reply #20 on: February 18, 2018, 12:56:51 pm »
It’s a sad end to Ty’s career. He was a nice reserve his first two years and, while he had some head scratchers, he still played an important role in our success as a junior. This year, it seems as though Boals has seen enough of him - nothing inside, too many turnovers, not enough on defense, poor shot selection a lot of the time. Tonight, 6 minutes, 3 fouls (1 a weak tech) and almost no contributions. Saintel had a nice first half, but the four other seniors combined for 5 points.

Just not enough firepower or consistency.


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I agree.  Seems like a nice kid, but since his surge in the 1st half of last season, it's been straight downhill for him.  Poor basketball IQ and athleticism just not showing up. 'Tis a shame.

Although Olaniyi makes a lot of freshmen mistakes, he shows lots of potential and he and Yeboah will be the core of the team next year.   Point guard worries me tremendously.  Cornish, who has abundant energy and athleticism, is just plain out of control too much, and that is a position that requires discipline as the quarterback of the team.  On the other hand, as I watch McKenzie closely, he lacks athleticism, and is downright slow - certainly more in control than Cornish, but can't see him being the starting PG moving forward.  For whatever reason, Almonacy has fallen out of favor, and he'll probably wind up transferring I'd imagine, if he's looking to continue his playing.  Personally, I'd play Almonacy now over McKenzie.

Saintel played a really good game last night - tremendously athletic, just needs to finish better around the rim generally.  That steal and dunk last night was the highlight of the game.  Also, Chef did some good things early in the game last night.   He's raw, but I definitely see potential there.
I agree on all fronts Oldseawolf. Especially with Almonancy.  Big mistake not playing a local product. Coach Boals has a lot to learn.  I personally think coach B is NOT a HC but more of an assisstant.

I'll reserve judgment on Boals for now. Not saying I completely disagree with you, but he deserves a longer leash. He did a nice job with last year's team.

On your other point, I'd have to think that very few are clamoring for more Almonacy. Granted, I'm surprised he's been DNP'd entirely, but I think that's mostly on merit. He has looked disinterested; maybe that's just on the outside. I could see him getting some bit time, but that Iroegbu has played the point when Mac and Cornish have been in foul trouble speaks volumes about how far Almonacy has fallen ... assuming he's not injured of course.

And if you have a problem with them not playing him simply because he's local, then you should take a close look at the recruits on our radar. Nobody's local. Problem with that or no? I do not because the Long Island hoops landscape is pretty barren in general. Let's get the best guys we can, regardless of their place of origin.

Checkmate. Coach Boals absolutey should be playing Almonacy over Cornish or McKenzie. Boals wont because he didnt recruit Almonacy . Coach P was widely liked and popular on long Island because he did have a couple of local products from L I on his team. Woodhouse had a nice following when he was here, so does Almonacy ..

Last year team was not his team. It was still Pikiell so, I give Boals very little credit for their season.

I have to give coach Boals one more season as well before I make a final judgement call on him, but from what I am seeing of his play calling and use of timeouts, he is as green as they come..

Savion Lewis, PG,is  the best player on Long Island and is averaging 33 points per game for Half Hollow Hills .He has no offers from Stony Brook. Now could that be because of his grades? Possible.. Maybe someone with some info can tell me if this is the case or not.. HH plays Ward Melville next week in the 2nd round of the playoffs..

 https://247sports.com/Player/Savion-Lewis-46035309

He committed to Quinnipiac a couple months ago.
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