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Post by worcestergray on Sept 16, 2014 12:21:38 GMT -5
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Post by petagay77 on Sept 21, 2014 16:46:54 GMT -5
Marist has offered 2015 SG Corey Johnson of Vermont Academy (VT).
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Post by oldfox on Sept 21, 2014 19:13:36 GMT -5
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Post by yankee on Sept 21, 2014 20:49:16 GMT -5
I am sure the tape got better, but that is the rare video of a player that shows bad plays/mistakes by a player. First 2 scenes were a forced turnover on his part and then a missed bunny inside. |
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Post by ggaff on Sept 22, 2014 7:02:44 GMT -5
Saw video of Johnson. Perfect fit. Can really shoot it. I like the looks of these possibilities. They all have vision and length..
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Post by ggaff on Sept 22, 2014 7:06:07 GMT -5
Like that it says that Maker has a track record of finding hidden gems. Did they sign him??
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Post by nomar33 on Sept 22, 2014 7:10:16 GMT -5
What is HM talent? Hidden? Something - i cant figure it out
We can't sign anyone for another month but maybe verbal? Can't find any verbals yet
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Post by ggaff on Sept 22, 2014 7:21:06 GMT -5
High Major I believe. I saw a pic of Maker in the gym in Vermont. This guy is gonna do big things with us. I feel it. Love the guy's enthusiasm. His track record is great..
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Post by foxred on Sept 22, 2014 9:41:17 GMT -5
I am sure the tape got better, but that is the rare video of a player that shows bad plays/mistakes by a player. First 2 scenes were a forced turnover on his part and then a missed bunny inside. Here is better highlights of Pierfrancesco Oliva from last season. I really like what I see, and think he would be a great get. Seems to have alot of potential... www.youtube.com/watch?v=p416NmtsJwg |
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Post by petagay77 on Sept 22, 2014 12:26:37 GMT -5
Kid is pretty good ... I would be surprised if we landed him. Too much potential for him not to get bigger offers.
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Post by fox94 on Sept 22, 2014 13:34:38 GMT -5
Giorgis does ok even though he does not usually land the kids with "bigger offers".
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Post by oldfox on Sept 22, 2014 20:14:56 GMT -5
Marist has offered 2015 SG Corey Johnson of Vermont Academy (VT). Johnson made a big impression playing for Team Canada in this Chicago, Ill Tournament this past August. Strikes me as a guy with the potential to get a lot of shots in Maker's offense scheme. Got to love the way the staff is shooting high with these kids. Nike Global Challenge: Day 1
The NIKE Global Challenge kicked off last night at Whitney Young High School in Chicago, IL. The tournament takes place over a four day span with the championship occurring Saturday afternoon..
There are eight teams overall, four from the USA along with a team from Canada, Brazil, China, and Africa. The first night featured two games: USA Midwest vs. Canada and USA West vs. Brazil.
....Individual Focus: Corey Johnson, 6’4”, SG, Vermont Academy (VT), 2015
The top shooter award on opening night belongs to shooting guard Corey Johnson from Team Canada who hit 5-10 three’s on the night to finish with 15 points. He recently hit 6-15 from three in Canada’s silver medal run at the U18 FIBA America’s tournament and quickly showed off his perfect shooting form in Chicago. In the first quarter Johnson knocked down an open three from the left wing with his body square and strong rotation on his shot. He then added three’s off the dribble, from the corner, and with a hand in his face. Consecutive three’s in the third quarter got Canada to within five points before losing steam.
After the game, Johnson noted, “Overall, we did good. It was the first time we were all together. We were able to grow as a team even though we had just one practice together. It was a slow start, but once I found my feet I hit some shots. I think I can do a few things better such as attacking and facilitating for my teammates.”
Next year Johnson plans to suit up for the Vermont Academy and will play against high level competition in the New England prep school ranks which will help him increase interest and “get the highest D1 scholarship” that he can get.
“Interest wise I have Virginia Tech, Harvard messaged me, UMASS, Creighton is going to offer me soon, Lehigh, and a bunch of other mid majors like Delaware, Northern Illinois,” said Johnson.
While he did hit five three’s, Johnson is more than just a shooter. He has good size and a good build for a shooting guard and also finished with six rebounds and pushed the ball in transition when given the opportunity. With increased exposure during the high school season, it isn’t a stretch to say that a lot more high majors will come knocking on the Canadian’s door.
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Post by yankee on Sept 22, 2014 21:11:46 GMT -5
Maker is really impressing me just with seeing the type of player he is recruiting. In the MAAC, it is rare to get the big guy who isn't an oaf to do well in the middle. Looks like Marist is looking to find more of the 6'6-6'8 guy who can do a bunch of things, most of important moving the ball. I think this is a great strategy at this level. I know I said, PROVE IT TO ME MAKER, before I believe it. But, I am feeling a lot more confident.
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