blueandgray
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Post by blueandgray on Jul 15, 2024 6:37:56 GMT -5
Time for this kid I have his own thread. Here are some of the details.
Diouf is from the Netherlands and arrived here in the states in fall of 2022. He went to a tiny high school/boarding school in Santa Barbara county, CA where they played division 6 basketball. He was basically off the radar.
AAU programs took notice as word spread and he played 16U for the Oakland Soldiers and this spring plays for Vegas Elie in 17U. He’s raw in many ways in part because of the lack of training and development at this small school he attends that struggles each year to even field a team….but to schools recruiting him his upside is undeniable.
At 6’9” 230 he already has an NBA frame. He is strong, runs the court well, can block shots, is very explosive around the rim and a very fluid athlete.
He has about 15 mid-major offers including St. Mary’s, San Francisco, Richmond and Davidson, but Georgetown was perhaps the first high major that was on him where he took an official visit in June. In the last months his recruitment has really picked up with several high majors in he mix. He has not come out a list of schools but coaches from Michigan, West Virginia, Texas Tech and Georgetown have been regulars at his games. He may be announcing in the next weeks. One to keep an eye on for sure.
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bluechi
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Post by bluechi on Jul 15, 2024 7:17:23 GMT -5
shhh... lol jk. would be a good pickup if it happens, too bad he's not 2024.
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Post by marcusee on Jul 18, 2024 17:43:44 GMT -5
It sounds like there is at least a possibility he can / may reclassify. If he can come in with the 2024 class, that would be even better, given our current needs. >>>> Serious Names to Monitor Seal Diouf – Vegas Elite EYBL, C:.....Diouf is expected to decide relatively soon, with reclassing being an option. www.house-enterprise.com/post/big-east-recruiting-update-1 <<<< |
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hoyaguy
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Post by hoyaguy on Jul 18, 2024 20:50:19 GMT -5
It sounds like there is at least a possibility he can / may reclassify. If he can come in with the 2024 class, that would be even better, given our current needs. >>>> Serious Names to Monitor Seal Diouf – Vegas Elite EYBL, C:.....Diouf is expected to decide relatively soon, with reclassing being an option. www.house-enterprise.com/post/big-east-recruiting-update-1 <<<< That would actually be great. High upside |
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Post by trotters10 on Jul 18, 2024 22:16:03 GMT -5
Not sure it’s been mentioned anywhere, but Diouf does have a Crystal Ball for us, placed by Travis Branham (who has a REALLY high percentage with his CB’s).
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blueandgray
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Post by blueandgray on Jul 19, 2024 5:53:44 GMT -5
For what it’s worth, he’s supposed to announce Monday. Feels like we are in a good spot here.
He has no list of schools as he seems to prefer flying under the radar, but from what I understand, outside of Georgetown, the schools that have been coming at him the hardest are Texas Tech, West Virginia, San Francisco, St Mary’s, Miami and Michigan.
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bluechi
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Post by bluechi on Jul 19, 2024 12:54:15 GMT -5
For what it’s worth, he’s supposed to announce Monday. Feels like we are in a good spot here. He has no list of schools as he seems to prefer flying under the radar, but from what I understand, outside of Georgetown, the schools that have been coming at him the hardest are Texas Tech, West Virginia, San Francisco, St Mary’s, Miami and Michigan. . 🙏 |
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kghoya
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Post by kghoya on Jul 19, 2024 13:48:09 GMT -5
This has class of 2024 written all over it.
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Post by pioneeer on Jul 19, 2024 15:35:01 GMT -5
I Concur!!
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hoyarooter
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Post by hoyarooter on Jul 19, 2024 19:06:36 GMT -5
We could really use some good news.
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Post by hoyarooter on Jul 22, 2024 18:20:01 GMT -5
No announcement today?
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Post by FrazierFanatic on Jul 22, 2024 19:29:58 GMT -5
see Ron's not-so-cryptic message in the 24-25 Hoyas Basketball thread. Looks like tomorrow
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blueandgray
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Post by blueandgray on Jul 22, 2024 20:45:38 GMT -5
Texas Tech has made a huge push. We shall see!
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Post by prhoya on Jul 22, 2024 21:02:34 GMT -5
Texas Tech has made a huge push. We shall see! Don’t. Jinx. It. Again. |
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bluechi
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Post by bluechi on Jul 23, 2024 8:12:38 GMT -5
he loves cooley. they're good.
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hoyaguy
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Post by hoyaguy on Jul 23, 2024 8:13:26 GMT -5
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bluechi
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Post by bluechi on Jul 23, 2024 8:14:16 GMT -5
yeah. interesting, seems like he may stay 2025 but his quotes seemed like he was on campus lol
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Post by hoyaguy on Jul 23, 2024 8:16:45 GMT -5
“Georgetown fans, get ready for an exciting season! We’re building something special here. The energy and support from you all mean everything to us.”
They might be ironing out how and if he can reclassify with enough time left in the off season.
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prhoya
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Post by prhoya on Jul 23, 2024 8:18:30 GMT -5
Congrats to Seal, his family, Cooley and the coaching staff! Welcome to the Georgetown family!
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blueandgray
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Post by blueandgray on Jul 23, 2024 8:29:28 GMT -5
Let the speculation begin on the reclass. I will say that he is much more of a PF than a center. He played center for Vegas Elite because he was the best and strongest big they had….but he is more of a true power forward.
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