Chad Brendel
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He's a low motor version of Yancy. Marinate on that for a minute...
'13 TX C Dominic Woodson (Offer)
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JumpinJack5
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I will take it over Gaines and Nyarsuk. Maybe Strickland would push him, he seems like a hard worker. I mean, anyone that can overcome 2 torn ACLs and lose the weight put on pretty fast must be a pretty hard worker. Plus, he is also a good scorer, so they could battle for minutes. That was half of Yancy's problem-he had no internal competition to push him. Biggie McClain and Ibrahamia Thomas aren't exactly top notch big guys that can push someone.....
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After watching the absolute black hole that was our low post play last year. I will take anything close to Yancy. Cant teach talent but hopefully Mick could light a fire under his ass. Taking him everyday of the week and twice on Sunday.
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His weight and motor are legitimate concerns. Definitely has good passing ability and a soft touch though...
With Kelly Olynyk blossoming (from out of nowhere) into an AP Top 5 All American and declaring early the '13-'14 Zags have been left with 2 bigs. This kid would be a welcome addition and could have 20-25 minutes a night next season should he choose to come West.
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Woodson likes Marshall
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Huntington Prep's Dominic Woodson, right, looks for a rebound against Dante Buford of Arlington Country Day during the Boyd County Roundball Classic on Saturday, Dec. 15, 2012, at Boyd County Middle School in Summit, Ky.
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May 21, 2013 @ 12:00 AM
GRANT TRAYLOR
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HUNTINGTON -- When Dominic Woodson came from Round Rock, Texas, to play for Huntington Prep, he never imagined it might one day be his home for college basketball.
Now, those thoughts are starting to creep into the mind of the 6-10, 280-pound center who was reportedly released from his commitment to Baylor University in Waco, Texas.
"It's definitely changed from when I first got to Huntington," Woodson said. "I went to a few games at Marshall and I saw the coaches and players and atmosphere and I just liked it. I've gotten to know people here."
Woodson asked for his release from a signed National Letter of Intent and, according to sources, Baylor has reportedly granted his release, pending approval by the NCAA. Woodson signed with Baylor in November 2012.
Until the NCAA approves Woodson's release, it is not official. However, indications are that Woodson was given a full release.
Woodson said Monday the two schools he is interested in are Marshall and Memphis, and that he plans to make a decision soon.
"That's pretty much it," Woodson said. "I'm going to choose pretty quick. I want to get it over with. Another round of recruiting gets pretty crazy."
The reason for the craze is because of Woodson's skill set, which is not found in many big men around the country. He has extremely quick feet and good hands for a man of his size.
Woodson is also a matchup problem because if the opposition double-teams him, he can work away from the low block with strong passing and ball-handling skills. He also can knock down jump shots from 15-to-18 feet.
Huntington Prep head coach Rob Fulford said Woodson's biggest needs heading to the next level are maintaining his body and developing toughness.
"He's skilled, there's no question about it," Fulford said. "He just has to get his body right. He needs to be about 270. He needs to be on that (New Mexico State center) Sim Bhullar, hide-the-Twinkie diet. Right now, Dom's got a two pack. We need to get him to a six pack."
Fulford confirmed he and Woodson discussed his future when Baylor announced that 7-1 center Isaiah Austin and 6-9 forward Cory Jefferson both were returning to school. The announcements came as a surprise because both players were projected first-round picks in he NBA Draft.
"When Dom asked what I thought about Baylor and the situation with the kids coming back, I talked to him and he had no interest in redshirting," Fulford said. "We started tossing around ideas and I asked him what he thought about Marshall. It just sort of went from there.
"There's a laundry list who want to get involved," Fulford said. "He's a top-100 guy and was a top-50 guy. He's going to be a popular guy. My advice to Dominic was that if they didn't recruit you at first, don't let them in the second time because that means they are recruiting you because they missed on someone else."
Marshall might be the leader for Woodson because of his familiarity and comfort level with the area.
Woodson has gotten acquainted with the Huntington area over the last year and has grown close with many people in the Tri-State.
Marshall would be a situation where he would have a family-like atmosphere and a support system nearby in his former Huntington Prep coaches and teammates.
Woodson said Huntington had become his home.
"Definitely, it's home," Woodson said. "This is like my second home. Whatever situation I feel comfortable in, that's where I want to be. I'm comfortable here."
Woodson also has the experience of playing alongside high-caliber players at Huntington Prep, so the adjustment period to the college game would not be as sharp a curve as with some athletes out of high school.
Fulford said if Woodson wants to be an immediate impact player, Marshall would be his top option to do so.
Memphis, who generally uses four guards and one power forward or center, under coach Josh Pastner, returns Shaq Goodwin to the post and has talented power forward Austin Nichols coming in.
"He'd have a chance to be an impact player at Marshall immediately, and I think he knows that," Fulford said. "If he's looking at immediate playing time and immediate impact, Marshall would be the better option."
Woodson, who still needs to achieve a qualifying test score on the NCAA's sliding scale to be eligible, graduates Friday from Huntington St. Joe, so there is a strong chance he will make his decision before the end of the week.
Fulford said he envisions Woodson being eligible in the fall, and that scores from a previous attempt at the SAT should return within the next week or two.
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x1430511103/Huntington-Preps-Woodson-likes-MU
Mark Webb/The Herald-Dispatch
Huntington Prep's Dominic Woodson, right, looks for a rebound against Dante Buford of Arlington Country Day during the Boyd County Roundball Classic on Saturday, Dec. 15, 2012, at Boyd County Middle School in Summit, Ky.
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May 21, 2013 @ 12:00 AM
GRANT TRAYLOR
The Herald-Dispatch
HUNTINGTON -- When Dominic Woodson came from Round Rock, Texas, to play for Huntington Prep, he never imagined it might one day be his home for college basketball.
Now, those thoughts are starting to creep into the mind of the 6-10, 280-pound center who was reportedly released from his commitment to Baylor University in Waco, Texas.
"It's definitely changed from when I first got to Huntington," Woodson said. "I went to a few games at Marshall and I saw the coaches and players and atmosphere and I just liked it. I've gotten to know people here."
Woodson asked for his release from a signed National Letter of Intent and, according to sources, Baylor has reportedly granted his release, pending approval by the NCAA. Woodson signed with Baylor in November 2012.
Until the NCAA approves Woodson's release, it is not official. However, indications are that Woodson was given a full release.
Woodson said Monday the two schools he is interested in are Marshall and Memphis, and that he plans to make a decision soon.
"That's pretty much it," Woodson said. "I'm going to choose pretty quick. I want to get it over with. Another round of recruiting gets pretty crazy."
The reason for the craze is because of Woodson's skill set, which is not found in many big men around the country. He has extremely quick feet and good hands for a man of his size.
Woodson is also a matchup problem because if the opposition double-teams him, he can work away from the low block with strong passing and ball-handling skills. He also can knock down jump shots from 15-to-18 feet.
Huntington Prep head coach Rob Fulford said Woodson's biggest needs heading to the next level are maintaining his body and developing toughness.
"He's skilled, there's no question about it," Fulford said. "He just has to get his body right. He needs to be about 270. He needs to be on that (New Mexico State center) Sim Bhullar, hide-the-Twinkie diet. Right now, Dom's got a two pack. We need to get him to a six pack."
Fulford confirmed he and Woodson discussed his future when Baylor announced that 7-1 center Isaiah Austin and 6-9 forward Cory Jefferson both were returning to school. The announcements came as a surprise because both players were projected first-round picks in he NBA Draft.
"When Dom asked what I thought about Baylor and the situation with the kids coming back, I talked to him and he had no interest in redshirting," Fulford said. "We started tossing around ideas and I asked him what he thought about Marshall. It just sort of went from there.
"There's a laundry list who want to get involved," Fulford said. "He's a top-100 guy and was a top-50 guy. He's going to be a popular guy. My advice to Dominic was that if they didn't recruit you at first, don't let them in the second time because that means they are recruiting you because they missed on someone else."
Marshall might be the leader for Woodson because of his familiarity and comfort level with the area.
Woodson has gotten acquainted with the Huntington area over the last year and has grown close with many people in the Tri-State.
Marshall would be a situation where he would have a family-like atmosphere and a support system nearby in his former Huntington Prep coaches and teammates.
Woodson said Huntington had become his home.
"Definitely, it's home," Woodson said. "This is like my second home. Whatever situation I feel comfortable in, that's where I want to be. I'm comfortable here."
Woodson also has the experience of playing alongside high-caliber players at Huntington Prep, so the adjustment period to the college game would not be as sharp a curve as with some athletes out of high school.
Fulford said if Woodson wants to be an immediate impact player, Marshall would be his top option to do so.
Memphis, who generally uses four guards and one power forward or center, under coach Josh Pastner, returns Shaq Goodwin to the post and has talented power forward Austin Nichols coming in.
"He'd have a chance to be an impact player at Marshall immediately, and I think he knows that," Fulford said. "If he's looking at immediate playing time and immediate impact, Marshall would be the better option."
Woodson, who still needs to achieve a qualifying test score on the NCAA's sliding scale to be eligible, graduates Friday from Huntington St. Joe, so there is a strong chance he will make his decision before the end of the week.
Fulford said he envisions Woodson being eligible in the fall, and that scores from a previous attempt at the SAT should return within the next week or two.
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x1430511103/Huntington-Preps-Woodson-likes-MU
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You lose respect for someone because they go mid-major. That's stupid.
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He played with Wiggins on what was probably a really stacked team, so maybe he didn't get a whole lot of playing time
You would just think a 4 star #90 best player in the Nation and #9 best Center in the nation according to ESPN would avg more and not have a problem with getting minutes. Just made me a little less excited about the kid. Makes me think his rating is more on potential then what kind of a player he is right now but I guess either way our center situation sucks so still would be a nice addition. And with his size kind of reminds me of Gardner from Marquette if he turned into him I don't think any of us would be mad about that lol
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We have 0 bigs that can play and 1 that might be able to play. The 2 bigs Gonzaga has would suck up most of the minutes, they have been their longer, are more polished, and are more skilled than Woodson. We have no one, besides maybe Strickland......
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Realistically, I think he will really on consider 3 schools. He went to Vermont for Prep school and hated being that isolated. Gonzaga is very far away, RI is a slight possibility, but it will be a 3 horse race: UC, Memphis, and Marshall. I think the odds he goes to Marshall or Memphis are higher than us, but I wouldn't rule us out, especially considering playing time and not quite as isolated. Memphis is similar in that sense, but I think Marshall is definitely at the top of his list.
He wasn't the only 4 star center on that team. They also had Moses Kingsley, a 4 star, top 50 overall, top 5 center.
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Huntington Prep big man Dominic Woodson says he will likely take an official visit to Memphis this weekend 6-9, 280 center.
Wouldnt be surprised if he commits on his visit. Said he will make a quick decision.
Huntington Prep big man Dominic Woodson says he will likely take an official visit to Memphis this weekend 6-9, 280 center.
Wouldnt be surprised if he commits on his visit. Said he will make a quick decision.
Gotcha23
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Thought Jamaree was going to be the next Z Randolph JJ????? Why would we need Woodson?
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Thought Jamaree was going to be the next Z Randolph JJ????? Why would we need Woodson?
Need as many good players as we can get, unless you are content with the illustrious Kelvin Gaines and David Nyrasuk.
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MAn, Hunington PRep had two 4 star recruits and Andrew Wiggins. How did they lose 3 games?
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Rathan-Mayes, Kingsley and Woodson are 4 star guys. Plus a few young guys that will be in the 4 star range. Lost to 3 schools with a lot of high level D1 talent as well...
