'12 NY PF Christopher Obekpa
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JasonS
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If Gene Keady is doing any kind of recruiting, his reputation is already screwed because that would be a major NCAA violation. Last time I checked, he isn't a coach but rather "Special Assistant/Advisor."
Your right, but I would think being Lavin's mentor he would'nt want any part of that in his 70's with all he's accomplished. But hey, bearcat nation believes what they want to believe. cincinnati is the mecca of basketball and is a far better place to play, and who would'nt love a city where cops look like good humor ice cream men
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Get a life.
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We are human and react emotionally sometime. Had I thought about my reaction I wouldn't have posted what I said back to you. Ego? I take my own time and do this for free guys. Not much ego there. Apologize for my part as well.
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Titus Rubles is going to play. SK and JP usually return home. Highly doubt Cash wold play with his knee. I'd look for some of the underclassmen to play with Titus. Thomas, Guyn, Davis, Sanders etc.. Hope Gaines is at a big men's camp this summer.
I just received some insider information on Obekpa. We'll see if it comes true.
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He's being sarcastic. I meant mpleabnon was.
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Does anyone know if any of the Cats are taking part in any skills or positional camps? I know there are some of the named skills camps like Deron Williams an Vince Carter camps sending out invitations.
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Can't say I can answer that.
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Chris Obekpa named IS8 Player of the Year. #is8
Chris Obekpa named IS8 Player of the Year. #is8
http://www.zagsblog.com/2012/06/02/uncommitted-obekpa-wins-player-of-the-year-at-is8-johnnies-now-considered-the-favorite-for-the-shot-blocker/
Still, the conventional wisdom now is that St. John’s has re-emerged as a front-runner ahead of Cincinnati, perhaps in part because of the recent legal difficulties of several Bearcats.
Several bearcats? Ummmmm...... Not sure how legit that is.
Still, the conventional wisdom now is that St. John’s has re-emerged as a front-runner ahead of Cincinnati, perhaps in part because of the recent legal difficulties of several Bearcats.
Several bearcats? Ummmmm...... Not sure how legit that is.
JackBauer151
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Chris Obekpa may not have selected a college yet, but he continues to build an impressive resume in the final days of his high school career.
The 6-foot-9 shot-blocking sensation from Our Savior New American was named Player of the Year at IS8 after helping Team Flight win the IS8 Nike Spring Classic championship Saturday over the Rens Juniors, 92-83 in overtime.
Uncommitted Pathways junior Jordan Washington was named MVP of the final after posting 33 points and 15 rebounds for Team Flight. He had 15 points and 11 rebounds in a 94-68 semifinal victory over the Juice All-Stars.
Obekpa tallied 15 points, 17 rebounds and 7 blocks in the semis and then tired somewhat before notching 4 points, 10 rebounds and 6 blocks in the final.
“He really was a factor in the first game,” longtime New York recruiting expert Tom Konchalski told SNY.tv. “He changes the game defensively. He’s one of the best shot-blockers around.”
Obekpa’s handlers at Our Savior continue not to make Obekpa available for interviews and have been silent themselves, so it is difficult to get an accurate read on his thoughts regarding college.
Still, the conventional wisdom now is that St. John’s has re-emerged as a front-runner ahead of Cincinnati, perhaps in part because of the recent legal difficulties of several Bearcats.
St. John’s head coach Steve Lavin is unable to comment on prospective student-athletes, but Tweeted on Saturday: “Still in the hunt for some outstanding 2012 prospects. Six now signed in this class with 2 remaining scholarships if we elect to use them!”
He also Tweeted: “Pleased Johnnies secured a stellar incoming class to join a strong returning nucleus. Looking forward to the 2012-13 season. Hammer to Rock.”
St. John’s has already locked up Obekpa’s teammate, Felix Balamou, a 6-3 wing and Konchalski believes that could help them eventually land Obekpa.
“They’re good friends,” he said. “That certainly helps St. John’s.”
Even if they don’t ultimately land Obekpa, who also lists Providence, DePaul, Oregon and UConn, Konchalski believes Balamou can be a factor for the Johnnies going forward.
He had 19 points and 3 rebounds in the semifinal and 12 points in the final after succumbing to an injury, and was named First-Team All-IS8.
“Every time out he gets better,” Konchalski said of Balamou. “He’s always been an extraterrestrial athlete. He jumps like a grasshooper off two feet.
“In the past he was a very poor shooter, but he’s improved that. He doesn’t have much of a 3-point shot, but he’s a good mid-range shooter. He gets great elevation.”
Asked what his upside was, Konchalski said: “I think eventually he can be very good. A year ago he was a low-major player. Two months ago, he was a mid-major player. Right now, he might be a high-major player.”
If Balamou continues to improve and the Johnnies also add Obekpa to a recruiting class that includes JaKarr Sampson, Orlando Sanchez, Marco Bourgault and possibly Darrick Wood, their class could be very strong indeed.
“[Obekpa's] gotta become more assertive offensively,” Konchalski said. “Hes gotta learn how to involve himself in the game offensively.
“But he’s a factor defensively and on the boards. He’s gotta get stronger on the boards and build up his stamina. He can really be a factor for [St. John's]. He’s a legitimate shot-blocker, he changes the game.”
http://www.zagsblog.com/2012/06/02/...considered-the-favorite-for-the-shot-blocker/
The 6-foot-9 shot-blocking sensation from Our Savior New American was named Player of the Year at IS8 after helping Team Flight win the IS8 Nike Spring Classic championship Saturday over the Rens Juniors, 92-83 in overtime.
Uncommitted Pathways junior Jordan Washington was named MVP of the final after posting 33 points and 15 rebounds for Team Flight. He had 15 points and 11 rebounds in a 94-68 semifinal victory over the Juice All-Stars.
Obekpa tallied 15 points, 17 rebounds and 7 blocks in the semis and then tired somewhat before notching 4 points, 10 rebounds and 6 blocks in the final.
“He really was a factor in the first game,” longtime New York recruiting expert Tom Konchalski told SNY.tv. “He changes the game defensively. He’s one of the best shot-blockers around.”
Obekpa’s handlers at Our Savior continue not to make Obekpa available for interviews and have been silent themselves, so it is difficult to get an accurate read on his thoughts regarding college.
Still, the conventional wisdom now is that St. John’s has re-emerged as a front-runner ahead of Cincinnati, perhaps in part because of the recent legal difficulties of several Bearcats.
St. John’s head coach Steve Lavin is unable to comment on prospective student-athletes, but Tweeted on Saturday: “Still in the hunt for some outstanding 2012 prospects. Six now signed in this class with 2 remaining scholarships if we elect to use them!”
He also Tweeted: “Pleased Johnnies secured a stellar incoming class to join a strong returning nucleus. Looking forward to the 2012-13 season. Hammer to Rock.”
St. John’s has already locked up Obekpa’s teammate, Felix Balamou, a 6-3 wing and Konchalski believes that could help them eventually land Obekpa.
“They’re good friends,” he said. “That certainly helps St. John’s.”
Even if they don’t ultimately land Obekpa, who also lists Providence, DePaul, Oregon and UConn, Konchalski believes Balamou can be a factor for the Johnnies going forward.
He had 19 points and 3 rebounds in the semifinal and 12 points in the final after succumbing to an injury, and was named First-Team All-IS8.
“Every time out he gets better,” Konchalski said of Balamou. “He’s always been an extraterrestrial athlete. He jumps like a grasshooper off two feet.
“In the past he was a very poor shooter, but he’s improved that. He doesn’t have much of a 3-point shot, but he’s a good mid-range shooter. He gets great elevation.”
Asked what his upside was, Konchalski said: “I think eventually he can be very good. A year ago he was a low-major player. Two months ago, he was a mid-major player. Right now, he might be a high-major player.”
If Balamou continues to improve and the Johnnies also add Obekpa to a recruiting class that includes JaKarr Sampson, Orlando Sanchez, Marco Bourgault and possibly Darrick Wood, their class could be very strong indeed.
“[Obekpa's] gotta become more assertive offensively,” Konchalski said. “Hes gotta learn how to involve himself in the game offensively.
“But he’s a factor defensively and on the boards. He’s gotta get stronger on the boards and build up his stamina. He can really be a factor for [St. John's]. He’s a legitimate shot-blocker, he changes the game.”
http://www.zagsblog.com/2012/06/02/...considered-the-favorite-for-the-shot-blocker/
ucdave
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There were no "legal difficulties" with ANY of the Bearcat Players, including Octavious Ellis. Not sure where he gets this information.
Lobot
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Chad corrected him on Twitter.
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