On the verge of greatness

[Hoofprint]

I'm as disappointed as the rest of you with the loss to Hawaii. But I can't get over how good Patrick Simpson is going to be. He had two of the best blocks I've seen in a long time. First he chased G Mark Campbell down from behind, and slapped Campbell's shot off the glass (Campbell didn't try another shot all night), then he went up and palmed F Phil Martin's shot so cleanly that he brought Martin down with the ball. Simpson already is a major defensive presence, and he looks like he's on the cusp of becoming a major offensive threat, too. This kid is going to be a major star.

[SMUPonyFan]

Next year lineup:
PG: BHop
SG: VOC
SF: Q
PF: Simpson
C: up for grabs as usual

[Horseshoe]

Actually, I see Isham and BHop starting in the backcourt, with neither being clearly defined as a shooting guard or point guard. Baoth can handle the ball, both can shoot, both can defend. And as happy as I am to see Voc get back from his knee injury, I'd rather see Brian Miller get back into the rotation. He's sevearl inches bigger than Voc, and has range at least as long as Voc's. I'm glad to have both of them.

As for the front court, I think the extra spot will be a hybrid forward/center position, with Eric Castro getting every chance to win the job. He and Simpson will be a very productive tandem before they're through.

[Charleston Pony]

Jibran Kelley and Nigel Smith are going to see a lot of playing time (along with Castro) next year. Hopefully there is a big man out there hiding somewhere and our coaching staff will find him. That last scholarship has to go to a low post player.

[Kiper]

Always thought Jibran Kelley has gotten a lack of respect. He's often cited by Coach Dement as the team's best interior defender, he's developed a nice outside jumper and his enthusiasm and hustle are perhaps the highest on the team. He's a quality kid and an underrated player. I like the way he goes full-speed for every second he's on the floor -- just with he got more playing time.

[Pony_Fan]

Indeed -- HE NEEDS MORE MINUTES. It's very obvious to me.

[GrapevineMustang]

Simpson and Kelley had better be great, now that Castro is done for the year. That hurts.

[ponytalk]

<BLOCKQUOTE><font size="1" face="Verdana, Arial">quote:</font><HR><font face="Verdana, Arial" size="2">Originally posted by GrapevineMustang:
<B>Simpson and Kelley had better be great, now that Castro is done for the year. That hurts.</B></font><HR></BLOCKQUOTE>

AMEN

[DreadHead]

Don't forget about my good friend Mr. Pharis. He'll be back and ready to prove something, mon.

[PonyTales]

You're kidding, right? The guy makes Greg Kinzer look like Vince Carter in terms of athleticism.

[Pony_Fan]

Pharis is a joke

[ponystudent]

<BLOCKQUOTE><font size="1" face="Verdana, Arial">quote:</font><HR><font face="Verdana, Arial" size="2">Originally posted by Pony_Fan:
<B>Pharis is a joke</B></font><HR></BLOCKQUOTE>

Despite his free throw line performance, I don't think he played that bad yesterday. He looks out of shape, but he probably played 40 times his usual amount yesterday. He is slow, but he is a smart player. He has a good shot, it would be better if he got more PT. I think he took three charges and he provides us with a big body that can go outside. I think with more playing time he could develope. I also think against teams that do not run and gun, he is a decent player.