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Post by goldsaint17 on May 18, 2022 12:28:51 GMT -5
This one has been in the works for awhile… he was the other “iron in the fire”.
Think there’s some upside here… 6’7-6’8, 200 pounds, can shoot it and go off the bounce, play 3 or the 4.
With Kellier, Baer, Jayce and Gaines all gone after this year, needed someone long-term to compete at that spot.
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Post by class94 on May 18, 2022 13:05:21 GMT -5
His numbers don’t jump off the page and there doesn’t seem to be any video easily available…..sooooo……I’ll just say that this kid could be anywhere from a total flop to a great get and I am very grateful that we don’t have an immediate/urgent need at his position. So weird to me that Carm is going overseas to get guys that seem to be a dime a dozen. Maybe I’m wrong and this kid brings more than any HS senior or kid in the portal? If hoops doesn’t work out, it looks like he’s familiar with a soccer field. 🤷🏻♂️
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Post by goldsaint17 on May 18, 2022 13:06:56 GMT -5
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Post by OneIndian on May 18, 2022 13:30:50 GMT -5
Hum that basketball hotspot 🇮🇸 Iceland? Three NCAA D1 hoopsteers in NCAA D1. All non factors. I would be more excited if played Curling.
Seriously is this another walk-on or did we just burn 1 of the 2 scholarships on this kid?
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Post by hoopdad on May 18, 2022 13:31:35 GMT -5
Interesting sign by the Saints. I guess Carm is leveraging the international pipeline having covered all of the world's basketball hot spots, Turkey, Ireland and Iceland with this recruiting class. I hope it works out for him and that Sveinn has "ICE" in his veins.
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Post by iskout on May 18, 2022 13:32:40 GMT -5
Hum that basketball hotspot 🇮🇸 Iceland? Three NCAA D1 hoopsteers in NCAA D1. All non factors. I would be more excited if played Curling. Seriously is this another walk-on or did we just burn 1 of the 2 scholarships on this kid? He's on scholarship, according to Singelais.
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Post by class94 on May 18, 2022 13:34:33 GMT -5
Thanks for the vid, GS. He looks to have a nice shot but hard to make anything else from it as I’ve seen better defense played in NBA all-star games. Lol. Like I said, I have zero idea how this one will turn out but I’m just glad he’s coming at a position in which we have some depth (not sure how much QUALITY depth so QUALITY would be nice).
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Post by OneIndian on May 18, 2022 13:35:28 GMT -5
Hum that basketball hotspot 🇮🇸 Iceland? Three NCAA D1 hoopsteers in NCAA D1. All non factors. I would be more excited if played Curling. Seriously is this another walk-on or did we just burn 1 of the 2 scholarships on this kid? This kid fills no glaring need that I can see. If you ask me we’re struggling in our ability to sign solid US kids this year to a scholarship. He's on scholarship, according to Singelais. Vid looks ok but the competition is highly suspect. If this was Patsos recruiting in ‘22 he’d be crucified. I know I’m going to hear from the usual suspects that Carm & Bob are geniuses but I’m not seeing it. I feel like we’re preparing for a move to NE10 D2. I don’t see how this kid gets a scholarship he fills no glaring need.
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Post by gorvy on May 18, 2022 13:39:49 GMT -5
Weather shouldn't be a problem
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Post by OneIndian on May 18, 2022 13:40:36 GMT -5
Weather shouldn't be a problem He’ll think he’s in SoCal
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Post by saints15 on May 18, 2022 13:41:51 GMT -5
Watched 10 minutes of the video. He had 1, and I’ll give him a half on another, dunks at the beginning of the video, then no others (even on a couple of breakaways), so not exactly an athletic leaper. His 3 point shot (right down to the 1 handed release) and his entire game, reminds me of Baer. Seems to me he could be a serviceable 8-9th man, but not an impact player next year or in the future.
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Post by gorvy on May 18, 2022 13:42:51 GMT -5
Weather shouldn't be a problem He’ll think he’s in SoCal But at least if somebody asks us if we have any bridges to sell them we can say we have sven Briges to sell them.
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Post by dawg on May 18, 2022 13:43:59 GMT -5
He's on scholarship, according to Singelais. Vid looks ok but the competition is highly suspect. If this was Patsos recruiting in ‘22 he’d be crucified. I know I’m going to hear from the usual suspects that Carm & Bob are geniuses but I’m not seeing it. I feel like we’re preparing for a move to NE10 D2. Couldn’t agree more. I’m at a complete loss with where this teams heading. Really recruiting at St. Roses level. Maybe joke is on all of us except I gave up my tickets but still care about the program. Really disappointing.
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Post by OneIndian on May 18, 2022 13:44:26 GMT -5
He’ll think he’s in SoCal But at least if somebody asks us if we have any bridges to sell them we can say we have sven Briges to sell them. Lamo yup & Carm’s Tekin offers on all of them
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Post by goldsaint17 on May 18, 2022 13:53:44 GMT -5
I think the way I’d frame this signing is:
The *idea* of this kid is pretty intriguing and fits a need. Guys with his size and length who can dribble, pass and shoot are a hot commodity. Runs the floor well, can shoot the three, has a frame you can put weight on. Blocked shots at a good rate in FIBA comp. Plus, we have a bunch of guys at his position graduating in a year, so you’re looking for long term answers.
Is *this* particular kid good? It’s hard to know, for the reasons posted above. Don’t really know the level of competition, history of kids from there moving up, etc. I personally kinda like the tape, but again if he’s playing against future plumbers and insurance salesmen I like it less lol.
I believe he was being recruited by a couple other MMs and an elite D2 program, if he’s the kid I heard something about around banquet time when Carm was teasing this signing. That might assuage some fears. Time will tell…
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