Continual Updates on the Recruiting Page
We’ve added some new recruits over the past week, including the new Class of 2011 list on the VUhoops.com Recruiting Page.
Keep checking back and follow the comments at the bottom to see who has been updated the most recently.
Tony Wrotten, a 6-5 left-handed Guard from Seattle, is already gaining attention as possibly the #1 player for the Class of ‘11. He notes that he has heard from, and is considering, Villanova.
Wayns, Cheek, Vinson, Armwood Invited to Try Out for U18 National Team
Villanova Commit Maalik Wayns, along with known ‘Nova Recruits Dominic Cheek, Isaiah Armwood, and Terrell Vinson have been invited to participate in the tryouts for the Under-18 USA National Basketball Team. The camp will be held at the Verizon Center in Washington DC, Jul 1-3.
The 12-man squad will compete at the FIBA Americas U18 Championship For Men which will be held July 14-18 in Formosa, Argentina.
*Note- Isaiah Armwood was invited to participate but opted out, “because he cannot afford to take off from summer school as he wants to ensure he is eligible to play as a college freshman,” notes the Washington Post Recruiting Blog.
*Jun29 Note- Terrell Vinson has withdrawn his name for consideration and will not attend the tryouts.
Articles of the Day
From The Bleacher Report: Villanova Basketball: Why Not ‘NOVA This Year?
Interesting comments. The author draws a mention to the 2006 squad and then…
So let me ask you this: Why can’t a new trio emerge for this upcoming season? I know, I know, it’s very early, but let’s do some dreaming. Why can’t a trio of Scottie Reynolds, Corey Fisher, and Reggie Redding lead the way?
From Villanova by the Numbers, a very analytical look at the performance of Stokes, Fisher, Pena, and Grant. Man, do we love VBTN.
Rivals 2010 Top 100
Rivals.com has listed their top 100 rankings for the Class of 2010.
Some Villanova Recruits…
- “Near Commit” James Bell at #73
- Joe Jackson (G, Memphis, TN), #10
- Josh Hairston (F, Spotsylvania, VA), #15
- Jason Morris (G, Hotchkiss School in CT), #20
As always, check out the entire VUhoops.com Recruiting List.
Recruits Win Awards at NBA Top 100 Camp
Last week, we pointed out that some Villanova Recruits were invited to participate in the NBA’s Top 100 Camp.
Bob Gibbons released his Awards for the camp last night.
- Best All-Around Player: Terrell Vinson
- Best Post Player: Dante Taylor
Gibbons’s Top 30 Performers*
- Terrell Vinson #2
- Dante Taylor #16
*Gibbons notes that Dominic Cheek, Maalik Wayns, and Aaric Murray are not ranked because of limited playing time due to injuries.
Albany on the 2008-09 Schedule?
As we wait for the official word from The Davis Center on the entire 2008-09 Schedule, we can only piece-meal the schedule. This blog rumors that Villanova will be taking on Albany.
We know Navy is on the calendar.
Rumors have it that Texas will be playing ‘Nova in the Jimmy V. Classic as Michigan has backed out.
It’s Official: Maurice Sutton is a Wildcat
Nothing too newsworthy here. An Official Press Release from Campus “announces”:
Maurice Sutton, a 6-11 product of Largo High School in Upper Marlboro, Md., has signed a national letter of intent to attend Villanova University, it was announced today. He will enroll as a freshman this fall.
Talib Zanna Visiting Campus Today
Talib Zanna, a 6-9 Forward from Bishop McNamara, is scheduled to be on campus today for an unofficial visit w/ Jay Wright & Co.
New to VUhoops.com -> Message Boards
We mentioned there would be some new functionality ot VUhoops.com one of the first we’d like to announce is:
The Boards
http://vuhoops.com/boards/
The Boards is a Message Board where Villanova Basketball fans can connect with one another, post messages, pictures, articles, and, well, basically anything. All you need to do is register.
There is no charge to register, participate, and access information on The Boards. Plus, you can enjoy the features such as a usable Search function, private messaging, and a WYSIWYG Editor (no more HTML code- unless you want).
Some Articles on ‘Nova Recruits
Maalik Wayns ‘09
Wayns took away Gaddy’s ability to use his change of speeds to get into the teeth of the defense and find open teammates. Wayns also pressured Gaddy and kept him from getting into a comfort zone with the ball. On offense, Wayns used his quickness to get into the paint for his own lay-ups.
- Wayns shows defensive prowess in matchup with Gaddy [ESPN]
Markus Kennedy ‘10
He has a very soft touch around the hoop, and excellent hands. He scored most of his points right around the hoop. He muscled his was to the hoop then laid the ball in using two hands, it hit nothing but the bottom of the net. Marcus also banked in one basket with a man draped all over him. Marcus also hit a reverse lay up from directly under the hoop.
- Reebok Headliner Tryout Camp - Philadelphia (Day 1: Part 2) [CAA Insider]
- Northstar Basketball
