njhoya78
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Post by njhoya78 on May 21, 2016 13:10:44 GMT -5
We were hosed by the zebras at the Spectrum.
Not that I'm still bitter. . . .
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Post by Deleted on May 21, 2016 14:11:39 GMT -5
ANTWAN WALKER OPTS FOR 2017 One of the better available prospects late in the 2016 recruiting class is no more. Antwan Walker did not commit to a college program but instead decided to go the prep route this fall, becoming a member of the 2017 class. Passing the looks test with a breeze and a super fluid and efficient scorer at the basket, Walker had it going once again on Friday evening in Hampton. Far from a finished product on the playing floor, Walker’s upside is pretty intriguing. He is a tough-nosed combo forward type standing at 6-foot-7 and has rapidly put on muscle that allows for him to produce in the more physically heightened affairs. His jumper isn’t consistent just yet but where the Team Loaded star flourishes is out on the break and off of the hard righty drive to the basket. Following his team’s victory on Friday, Walker noted that he is undecided on where he will attend school in the fall, but more than likely, it will either be at Hargrave Military Academy or Massanutten Military Academy. Whatever the case, expect for the giant spring stock boosting forward to enhance his resume much more as he produces with consistency and toughness each time that he hits the hardwood. www.hoopseen.com/news/event/201605/hg-southern-jam-fest-day-one-elijah-mccadden-becomes-a-nameYaboy, thanks. I realize this next comment stems from before your time, but maybe some of the old dogs have commented about this? That is, how does Walker compare to Craig "Big Sky" Shlton? By the time he left, Shelton was the best F in Hoya history. I believe he was also 6'7. Athletic. Great on D and the boards, and would find ways to score - pre-Three point shot. I don't recall outside shooting being one of his strengths, maybe some of the older posters might recall. His best year was his final year, along with classmate Johnny "Ba ba" Duren - best PG in Hoya history. And, sophomore guard Eric "Sleepy" Floyd, best guard in Hoya history. Wow...that team had the best PG, G and F in Hoya history to that point in time. Lost by a point to Iowa in the Elite Eight after blowing a 14 pt second half lead. Devastating. Sorry for getting off track. But some kind of comparison for Walker's game would be appreciated. Physical attacker whose hard nosed and very athletic. Competes on both ends, attacks the glass, gritty, self starter, tough. Needs to continue to work on the skill elements of his game going left and outside shooting. Wouldn't feel comfortable comparing him to anyone right now because his game is very much a work in progress. Think he's only been playing for a couple of years so his game next year this time might look a lot different than it does now...
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Post by SirSaxa on May 21, 2016 14:16:03 GMT -5
Physical attacker who's hard nosed and very athletic. Competes on both ends, attacks the glass, gritty, self starter, tough. That part of your comments could easily describe Shelton. OK, I know it is totally unfair to make those kinds of comparisons for a HS kid who won't even enter college for another year and whose game (as you pointed out) is still very much a work in progress. Key word there is "WORK"! Sounds like a kid who KNOWS he has to keep working on his game, WANTS to keep working on his game and is determined to make himself as competitive as possible. Have never seen him, but I like everything I've been reading. Thanks
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Post by navio on May 22, 2016 10:28:29 GMT -5
Check out @hatfieldsports's Tweet:
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Post by Deleted on May 22, 2016 10:30:01 GMT -5
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Post by Deleted on May 22, 2016 11:05:34 GMT -5
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Post by Deleted on May 22, 2016 11:22:39 GMT -5
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Post by Deleted on May 22, 2016 12:08:20 GMT -5
59-49 Loaded wins Walker came back in the second half after injury finished with 12... Btw no Tyer Foster for Boo this weekend I believe...
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Post by Deleted on May 23, 2016 17:41:03 GMT -5
Antwan Walker, a 6-foot-7 forward out of the DC area, was a relative unknown to most back in the fall. However, after helping lead his HD Woodson bunch to a championship run in the winter, the Team Loaded VA star will head off to a prep school this fall and should see a priority placed onto him and from some of the best throughout the east coast. While Walker could have gone the high-major route as a late spring signee, the DMV recruit will now enter himself into a recruitment where he can pick from some of a litany of schools throughout the nation. A giant, face-up 4-man with toughness, athleticism, and an improving skillset, Walker tracks as a top-125 recruit within the 2017 class and will be seen the next time our updated rankings are released. www.hoopseen.com/news/event/201605/hg-southern-jam-fest-three-things-learned
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Post by hoyalove4ever on May 24, 2016 5:52:46 GMT -5
Can we change title to 2017? OH MODERATORS, WHERE ART THOU???
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Post by Deleted on May 24, 2016 9:25:16 GMT -5
6’7” 2016 Antwan Walker Team Loaded Va 17s It is obvious Walker has been on the grind over the last year. Since the last time we saw him, Walker has put on 20+ good pounds and expanded his jump shot (and overall comfort zone) out to 18 feet. He also knocked down a couple 3s. With his expanded offensive repertoire, he could wind up a wing at the next level. With more time to work on it during a post grad year, already explosive Walker is well deserved of these high major offers. www.phenomhoopreport.com/news_article/show/651973?referrer_id=1593034
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Post by Deleted on May 28, 2016 5:03:20 GMT -5
ANTWAN WALKER, TEAM LOADED 17U The HD Woodson 2016 forward enjoyed a huge senior year, and his momentum hasn’t stopped as he’s added to his collection of Division I offers. “It feels good,” he said. “As more offers come in, I just keep working.” College will wait a year for Walker, though, as he said he’s narrowed his prep school options to either Hargrave Military Academy or Massanutten Military Academy. He said, “Trust and a coach that believes in me,” will be the biggest factors in his decision. The 6-foot-7, 215-pound Walker flashed the ability to score from the wing during the high school season, and said he’s focusing on improving his dribble. www.dmvelite.com/news/2016-southern-jam-fest-quick-notes
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Post by Deleted on May 29, 2016 3:41:19 GMT -5
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Post by Hoyas4Ever on Jun 16, 2016 0:54:27 GMT -5
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Post by Hoyas4Ever on Jun 27, 2016 9:49:26 GMT -5
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Post by blueandgray on Jun 27, 2016 14:19:15 GMT -5
He may have received an offer from Cinci today, but he's on our campus today. Have a good feeling about this one.
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Hoyas4Ever
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Post by Hoyas4Ever on Jun 27, 2016 20:00:53 GMT -5
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Post by michaelgrahmstylie on Jun 27, 2016 22:15:11 GMT -5
How do you read the expression?
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Post by HometownHoya on Jun 27, 2016 22:39:39 GMT -5
How do you read the expression? Like someone told him to go stand over there for a picture. Can't we ever get action shots? Them laughing with a future teammate or something?
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Post by michaelgrahmstylie on Jun 27, 2016 22:57:12 GMT -5
I don't know, man, he looks like he is quite comfortable and relaxed, like he about ready to pop. He's one to watch, definitely. Of course, I am wishing.
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