"He picks up on things so quickly. He’s a really smart kid. You show him something and he’s able to take visually what he’s seen and he can translate that to the court almost instantly."
Anton might be one of the most intriguing Friar players in a long time. I have almost no expectations because that seems unfair to him…I also had high expectations last yr for Slim and it didn’t pan out…so better to just enjoy whatever production we get. The good thing is that theoretically, unlike last yr, there is a degree of depth at the 2 frontcourt spots (JAR, Hop, Christ, Oswin…plus I believe Rich or JF can spot minutes at the 4 if needed during a small ball stint). Last yr it was Slim…with Ticket initially expected to just spot minutes there.
My hope is Anton can give Slim level production - but not in a spot where they NEED that production (which was the case with Slim).
Kevin- great article on Bonke! I see alot of potential for him and I think he can even help us this season in our quest for a ticket to the Big Dance and beyond. He can help us especially defensively in situations where we are playing a team with a 7 foot plus guard. I'm very confident that our coaching staff can turn him into a force to be reckoned with.
One thought on Bryce Hopkins' return. Kim English and staff can bring him back slowly and try to get him back to his former play as much as possible by the Battle 4 Atlantis where we will need him the most. As far as the scheduled non conference team games they can be handled ok with Bryce playing limited minutes. His experience is tantamount to our success this season. Go Friars!
Hi Alfred, I'm not sure what to expect in regard to Hopkins' return. They can certain get by the first few games without him, but in an ideal world I'd like to see him get some live reps before a critical game against Oklahoma.
It seems like the fans have very fair expectations when it comes to Bonke, and he's well positioned to not have to come along at a rapid pace.
Anton might be one of the most intriguing Friar players in a long time. I have almost no expectations because that seems unfair to him…I also had high expectations last yr for Slim and it didn’t pan out…so better to just enjoy whatever production we get. The good thing is that theoretically, unlike last yr, there is a degree of depth at the 2 frontcourt spots (JAR, Hop, Christ, Oswin…plus I believe Rich or JF can spot minutes at the 4 if needed during a small ball stint). Last yr it was Slim…with Ticket initially expected to just spot minutes there.
My hope is Anton can give Slim level production - but not in a spot where they NEED that production (which was the case with Slim).
To me, one of the most intriguing pieces this year is Wes Cardet Jr. Is an article about this young man coming soon?
Hi Darren, I think the only two I have left are Wes and Bryce Hopkins. Those will be out over the next week or two. Thanks!
Kevin- great article on Bonke! I see alot of potential for him and I think he can even help us this season in our quest for a ticket to the Big Dance and beyond. He can help us especially defensively in situations where we are playing a team with a 7 foot plus guard. I'm very confident that our coaching staff can turn him into a force to be reckoned with.
One thought on Bryce Hopkins' return. Kim English and staff can bring him back slowly and try to get him back to his former play as much as possible by the Battle 4 Atlantis where we will need him the most. As far as the scheduled non conference team games they can be handled ok with Bryce playing limited minutes. His experience is tantamount to our success this season. Go Friars!
Hi Alfred, I'm not sure what to expect in regard to Hopkins' return. They can certain get by the first few games without him, but in an ideal world I'd like to see him get some live reps before a critical game against Oklahoma.
It seems like the fans have very fair expectations when it comes to Bonke, and he's well positioned to not have to come along at a rapid pace.