Post by FrazierFanatic on Sept 25, 2018 7:15:43 GMT -5
For those who don't check the recruiting board obsessively - 6' 11" center from SC tweeted at 6 am that he has committed to the Hoyas, in advance of his rescheduled official visit this coming weekend. Welcome to the Hilltop Malcolm - now get to work!
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Post by centercourt400s on Sept 25, 2018 8:19:32 GMT -5
Nice news and welcome to Malcolm. He's a 3 star on the cusp of being a 4, according to 24/7. The consensus seems to be that he has a great deal of potential especially after putting on some weight. He also offers the Hoyas a lot of flexibility because he is open to redshirting if need be:
"Wilson added that because he needs to add more weight and strength to his frame, he would not [be] opposed [to] redshirting his freshman season if that’s what the staff suggests is best for him." www.thestate.com/sports/college/acc/clemson-university/article216670445.html (originally posted by etomic in the Recruiting thread)
I imagine the staff will keep recruiting others and make the redshirt decision down the road depending on who else signs.
When is the last time Georgetown had a non-injury related redshirted player? I can think of a few that should have been redshirted, but can't recall any.
When is the last time Georgetown had a non-injury related redshirted player? I can think of a few that should have been redshirted, but can't recall any.
Interesting commitment especially after the earlier commitment of the another "project" big guy earlier. I have to assume one of them will redshirt next year.
I do like the athleticism and potential of Wilson and think he could develop into a really strong player with the right coaching.
When is the last time Georgetown had a non-injury related redshirted player? I can think of a few that should have been redshirted, but can't recall any.
Interesting commitment especially after the earlier commitment of the another "project" big guy earlier. I have to assume one of them will redshirt next year.
What is the advantage to the school for anyone to redshirt today? Almost everyone with who is eligible in his fifth year transfers for that final year. And redshirts do count against the 13 schollie limit even though the are not playing.
Malcolm, Congratulations and WELCOME to the Hoya family. We're looking forward to all you bring to the program and your humble attitude. Let the beast within you live when you get on the court. Best wishes for a great season!
Congratulations and welcome to Big Man U, where you will fit right in. Work on the body, work on the feet, work on the stroke. You have chosen well.
"Everyone has a plan before I hit them" - Mike Tyson "You have to be odd to be #1" - Jagan Mosely, Sr Yr in HS “Syracuse, tanked again.” Sopranos, Season 6, Episode 11 "Please don't dominate the rap Jack, If you've got nothing new to say." - Robert Hunter "If you didn't aim too high, you aimed too low." Jagan Mosely, Sr Yr at GU
I know some people aren't going to be overly excited because he's not a five star, but the potential is absolutely there. Give him to Patrick and watch something special happen.
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"The ball should move, bodies should move. You talk about being an undisciplined, unselfish group. That's what you do. If the ball's sticking, great defensive teams are going to load up. If you don't move the ball and [be] unselfish, it's gonna be long nights, so you better learn to move the ball, share, and play with a sense of urgency on every possession. Our teams will always be unselfish, our teams will always be physical, and our teams will always do our best to defend."
Post by HoyaFanNY on Sept 25, 2018 12:28:01 GMT -5
One thing I like from his video is that when he blocks a shot he doesn't swat it out of bounds. He keeps it in play allowing for an opportunity for a fast break on the other end. NOBODY does this these days. Zo and Deke did it all of the time.
This highlight reel is the best highlights I have seen for Wilson. More active and engaged than some of the other highlights I have seen. Certainly shows the potential the staff must see in him.
Post by sleepyjackson21 on Sept 25, 2018 13:21:55 GMT -5
Much rather have a kid like Wilson than a hothead like Sodom. Wilson is a smart, hardworking humble kid. He is going to work and he is going to get better. Yes he's raw but you can see he is athletic and has good feet.
Post by CountAardvark on Sept 25, 2018 13:57:35 GMT -5
I'm very happy about this commitment, but I wonder - are we getting too stacked with big men? Ighoefe, Wilson, a possible Akok Akok commit, even Will Baker - what do we do if we're in a situation where we have a class of 4 centers plus Yurtseven?