'12 IN C A.J. Hammons

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Ht: 6'11"
Wt:250 lbs
Class:2012 (High School)

Rivals 4 star, rated 10th at his position, and 56th nationally. Anybody that's seen him up close can vouch for his size. I'd love to sign this kid!

Cincinnati hosted a huge recruit on Saturday for their game against Georgetown. 6-10 junior A.J. Hammons of Oak Hill Academy in Virginia took a visit to Ohio for the Bearcats contest.

http://www.zagsblog.com/2011/03/05/anderson-picking-up-offers-recruiting-rundown/
 
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Strengths:
Hammons has great size and impacts the game with he post presence when motivated. He is a big bodied center that runs the floor well and has great hands. He is a huge post target that can score with power drop steps, Jump hooks and drop off passes created by dribble penetration that he finishes above the rim with a clear path or direct angle. Hammons has great touch and feel around the basket. He has the ability to score through contact when he goes to the rim aggressively. He is a good area rebounder on both ends because of not only his length but big body. He is difficult for defenders to get around in the post which is a great advantage for a true back to the basket scorer. He plays with his hands up on defense and does a good job of making the offense shot over his outstretched arms which prevents him from picking up cheap fouls.

Weaknesses:
Hammons must work to maintain his conditioning in order to play for extended periods of time. He must also work to stay aggressive throughout game because when he is attacking he is very difficult to handle. Hammons must also work on continuing to hone and add to his back to the basket moves and become a better out of area rebounder in which he is very capable even through he is a big center. Hammons could be a better head hunt screener in order to not only help teammates get open but himself.

Bottom Line:
Hammons is a true center that is mobile and has great hands. He has great size and can score, rebound and defend and change the game in a positive way when he is active and aggressive. He must pay special attention to his strength and conditioning but his upside is tremendous and with steady development could develop into a special post player. He has looked to continue to lose unwanted weight and has increased his explosiveness which has made him a better shot blocker due to the fact that he has the size, length and timing already in his possession.

http://espn.go.com/mens-college-basketball/recruiting/player/_/id/97352/aj-hammons
 
Mick is quoted in the Enquirer saying Hammons parents called and UC is now # 1 on his list.

Quote from the Enquirer:


"We had a couple of big-time recruits at the Georgetown game and we are now their No. 1 school," Cronin said. "And they called us, their parents, on Monday morning, to tell us that."
 
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Hammons was at the Georgetown game so I assume he was one of the two. Anyone know who the other recruit at the Georgetown game might have been?
 
I'm not certain but I think one or two of the big time 2013 local prospects were there: IE Devin Williams.
 
I believe A.J. Hammons is a UC lean right now, but Ohio State is all over him from what I'm hearing. The next few months are going to be extremely interesting.
 
Great chance to watch A.J. play against Joell James from Dwyer, Fl. today. Should be a nice match up. ESPN Rise National High School Invitational. I believe the game will be on ESPNU.
 
A.J. Hammons (2012 , Spiece)- Hammonds has typically been that big guy that left you wanting more out of him. It looks like this is becoming less the case with him. He does need to play tougher on a consistent basis, but Hammonds now looks more comfortable asserting himself on the court and is becoming more productive. With his size and mobility, he has a high ceiling.

www.rivals.com
 
If we don't land one of our main big man targets for 2012 I'll be really upset... so many good players Mick and Co. is in on: Hammonds; Macon and McGary are the main three that come to mind.
 
psax889906 said:
If we don't land one of our main big man targets for 2012 I'll be really upset... so many good players Mick and Co. is in on: Hammonds; Macon and McGary are the main three that come to mind.
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i think macon is about as good as gone to wvu.
 
psax889906 said:
Well then focus on Hammons and McGary... it's time to start seeing the NCAA Tournament appearance pay off!!!
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I'm not convinced Macon is good as gone to WVU. I know he still has interest there but I wouldn't call him a lock at this point.
 
I think Macon is a WVU lean. I Also think he likes the recruiting "game". He is much more of a face up 4 at this point and has problems posting against players with size. Personally, if I had to choose between the 2 I'd pick McGary.
 
bearcat jeff said:
I think Macon is a WVU lean. I Also think he likes the recruiting "game". He is much more of a face up 4 at this point and has problems posting against players with size. Personally, if I had to choose between the 2 I'd pick McGary.
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i would too. i just hope that mcgary's stock doesnt out grow us. we arent at the point yet where we can feel confident going up against the crop of syracuse, duke, texas.
 
dp3113 said:
i would too. i just hope that mcgary's stock doesnt out grow us. we arent at the point yet where we can feel confident going up against the crop of syracuse, duke, texas.
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Very important to follow up last season with another NCAA trip and strong BEast showing for the future of recruiting. Sustained success is the key to recruiting growth and drawing top talent.
 

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