Jon Rothstein: "Miami grad transfer Rashad Muhammad tells me he's received interest from Georgia Tech, Western Kentucky, UNLV, Portland, and Washington."
Interest is located in a different universe than an actual offer but why even the 'feelers' for a one-dimensional player who has already blown through two programs? Not trying to knock the young man -- it's a fair and accurate assessment.
Tuesday, May 23, 2017
Sunday, May 14, 2017
This is based on pure speculation and nothing more
This is based on pure speculation and nothing more...
It appears San Jose State University has one scholarship available for the 2017-18 recruiting class, that being fifth-year senior Jalen James. Ryan Singer could become a graduate transfer if he has completed the necessary requirements to do so in what would be his four years at SJSU but that obviously remains to be seen.
Noah Baumann will be a freshman this coming season and likely the best long-distance shooter on the team, thus highlighting the major remaining team need. Another outside marksmen would really be beneficial. Walter Graves may eventually help in that area but not likely immediately.
The answer to this deficiency lies really close to home. It's Jake Wojcik of Bellarmine College Prep, a 6-foot-4 2018 prospect
One recent evaluation: "Wojcik was one of the better shooters in the event. He gets great lift on his shot and he is always on balance. He has a quick release on his shot and he is equally effective off the catch as he is off the dribble. Has the IQ to be secondary ball handler and facilitator."
Yes, Wojcik announced an early commitment to Sienna University in Albany, New York. The Saints play in the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference. The earliest he can sign will be mid-November.
But will Jake Wojcik sign with Sienna if his father receives a lengthy extension of his contract at SJSU?
Just asking.
Also, one of Jake Wojcik's best friends (they are rivals in the West Catholic Athletic League but play on the same travel team), 6-foot-2 Tyler Johnson of St. Francis High and also in the 2018 class, was just recently offered by the Spartans. His recent evaluation: "Tough, physical, assertive, and athletic describe this blue-collar point guard. He gets in the lane with savvy and IQ and his vision is high-level. He can defend both guard positions as well as rebound and lead the break. For his game to go to another level his jump shot needs to get more consistent."
Might some home cooking and close to home cooking be the answers for the Spartan backcourt needs?
It appears San Jose State University has one scholarship available for the 2017-18 recruiting class, that being fifth-year senior Jalen James. Ryan Singer could become a graduate transfer if he has completed the necessary requirements to do so in what would be his four years at SJSU but that obviously remains to be seen.
Noah Baumann will be a freshman this coming season and likely the best long-distance shooter on the team, thus highlighting the major remaining team need. Another outside marksmen would really be beneficial. Walter Graves may eventually help in that area but not likely immediately.
The answer to this deficiency lies really close to home. It's Jake Wojcik of Bellarmine College Prep, a 6-foot-4 2018 prospect
One recent evaluation: "Wojcik was one of the better shooters in the event. He gets great lift on his shot and he is always on balance. He has a quick release on his shot and he is equally effective off the catch as he is off the dribble. Has the IQ to be secondary ball handler and facilitator."
Yes, Wojcik announced an early commitment to Sienna University in Albany, New York. The Saints play in the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference. The earliest he can sign will be mid-November.
But will Jake Wojcik sign with Sienna if his father receives a lengthy extension of his contract at SJSU?
Just asking.
Also, one of Jake Wojcik's best friends (they are rivals in the West Catholic Athletic League but play on the same travel team), 6-foot-2 Tyler Johnson of St. Francis High and also in the 2018 class, was just recently offered by the Spartans. His recent evaluation: "Tough, physical, assertive, and athletic describe this blue-collar point guard. He gets in the lane with savvy and IQ and his vision is high-level. He can defend both guard positions as well as rebound and lead the break. For his game to go to another level his jump shot needs to get more consistent."
Might some home cooking and close to home cooking be the answers for the Spartan backcourt needs?
Sunday, May 7, 2017
A look at next season's Mountain West Conference
"Mountain West Stock Watch: UNLV’s rebuild, New Mexico’s teardown, others" -- Eli Boettger
The Spartan excerpt:
"San Jose State
Notable additions: Oumar Barry (4* JUCO transfer), Keith Fisher (3* redshirt), Nai Carlisle (3*)
Significant departures: Gary Williams, Jr. (7.1 PPG, 2.6 RPG), Isaac Thornton (4.6 PPG), Cody Schwartz (3.8 PPG), E.J. Boyce (3.9 PPG)
San Jose State’s losses are minor, and I don’t think many people are aware of the talent that Dave Wojcik is bringing in this fall. Oumar Barry, Keith Fisher and Nai Carlisle are all nationally-rated recruits that provide a spark at the guard, wing and forward position. Let’s not forget that the Spartans also bring back one of the most efficient players in the conference in Brandon Clarke (17.3 PPG) and also Ryan Welage (13.2 PPG). A top five league finish is a very realistic possibility for SJSU in ‘17-18.
Stock: Up"
The Spartan excerpt:
"San Jose State
Notable additions: Oumar Barry (4* JUCO transfer), Keith Fisher (3* redshirt), Nai Carlisle (3*)
Significant departures: Gary Williams, Jr. (7.1 PPG, 2.6 RPG), Isaac Thornton (4.6 PPG), Cody Schwartz (3.8 PPG), E.J. Boyce (3.9 PPG)
San Jose State’s losses are minor, and I don’t think many people are aware of the talent that Dave Wojcik is bringing in this fall. Oumar Barry, Keith Fisher and Nai Carlisle are all nationally-rated recruits that provide a spark at the guard, wing and forward position. Let’s not forget that the Spartans also bring back one of the most efficient players in the conference in Brandon Clarke (17.3 PPG) and also Ryan Welage (13.2 PPG). A top five league finish is a very realistic possibility for SJSU in ‘17-18.
Stock: Up"
Tuesday, May 2, 2017
The Graves scholarship
Verbal Commits: "Former San Jose State G E.J. Boyce is transferring to Saint Martin's (DII)."
Monday, May 1, 2017
Learn more about Walter Graves III
"I've known Walter since he was 11 years old. He has a terrific personality, very outgoing -- you can't help but like him and his smile ...
... I've always been drawn to those who outworked others, not necessarily those who are most talented, and Walter is someone with talent who works very hard ...
... He is exciting [on the court], fun to watch and he enjoys being out there. Walter is a gem of an athlete who plays above the rim and is a shotblocker ...
... Walter played in the paint for us because he was the tallest guy and he can score in there as well as shoot the three and the mid-range shot. He just needs to work on bettering his skills. He is best in transition ...
Here's an analysis of Graves' game after a 2016 event: "Graves is an athletic wing that is very active. He looks to impose his will on smaller defenders with his chiseled frame and can take defenders off the dribble from the 3-point line. When a shot goes up, Graves looks to corral every rebound in sight; defensively, he uses his athleticism to alter shots and/or send them into the bleachers."
From a tournament this past weekend: "There wasn't a better slasher/finisher at this event than Urbina-Graves. Ideal Division 1 frame with long arms and he is explosive in transition. He scored in a variety of ways and he was engaged at both ends as a rebounder and weak-side defender."
Tuesday, April 25, 2017
San Joaquin wing commit
His commitment post.
He's 6-foot-7, 190 and out of Clovis West High where he played for Coach Vance Walberg this season. The young man possesses tremendous athleticism.
Sunday, April 23, 2017
Meet Oumar Barry
"A very intelligent and thoughtful young man with a 3.7 grade point average. He came from West Africa to attend high school and ran with it ... Oumar has a high character, a very good basketball motor and showed really quality improvement this year. He needed to get some college minutes [after playing little at DePaul] and he has developed his offensive game ... He and De'Quon Lake (6-foot-10 and an Arizona State signee from Iowa Western) benefited from practicing against each other all season ... Oumar is a rim protector and a catch and finish guy offensively. He understands the game well and is an eager learner, he can help with ball screens and he recovers quickly ... Oumar wanted to be patient with recruiting because he felt he committed too fast with DePaul and it helped that Coach Wojcik took a personal interest in his recruitment."
Friday, April 21, 2017
JC big goes with SJSU
Great individual, great student, not much of a threat offensively on the court but finally some rim protection.
Barry was at DePaul but left amidst a coaching change and not getting on the court very often and transferred to Iowa Western Community College this past season. He averaged 4.4 points per game on 62% and 41% shooting respectively plus 4.4 rebounds an outing. Barry had 36 blocked shots in 32 games and made one start. His minutes per game average has so far remained elusive.
Thursday, April 13, 2017
Schwartz heading home
Junior-to-be Cody Schwartz has announced he is heading back to The Dairy State to play for Wisconsin-Green Bay.
He'll be playing in the Horizon League after sitting out a season. The Phoenix shot 32% from three-point range this season (Schwartz finished at 38%) and posted an 18-14 overall record, 12-6 in conference. Just 10 free throws on the season as well as being a defensive liability didn't bode well for greater playing time for him with the Spartans in 2017-18.
He'll be playing in the Horizon League after sitting out a season. The Phoenix shot 32% from three-point range this season (Schwartz finished at 38%) and posted an 18-14 overall record, 12-6 in conference. Just 10 free throws on the season as well as being a defensive liability didn't bode well for greater playing time for him with the Spartans in 2017-18.
Tuesday, April 11, 2017
Monday, April 10, 2017
A new recruiting prospect out of the Bay Area
Also: "2018 Garrett Pascoe 6'3 PG Clayton Valley HS recruitment heating up! Grew 5 inches in HS that's why all of West Coast MMs hasn't offered yet"
Some video
Sunday, April 9, 2017
Noah Robotham
Christian PoP'oola: "Akron junior PG Noah Robotham has received his release and will transfer. Robotham is one of the most polished playmakers in the county."
Originally out of Las Vegas (UNLV will be pursuing him hard), Robotham was a San Jose State University target while a high school senior. He enjoyed two 20+ wins seasons while at Akron but his coach was hired to run the Duquesne program at the end of March. Does Robotham follow him, return home or?
One Akron player has already announced his plan to transfer to Duquesne.
Robotham would certainly solve the Spartan need at the point but would first have to sit out a season.
Originally out of Las Vegas (UNLV will be pursuing him hard), Robotham was a San Jose State University target while a high school senior. He enjoyed two 20+ wins seasons while at Akron but his coach was hired to run the Duquesne program at the end of March. Does Robotham follow him, return home or?
One Akron player has already announced his plan to transfer to Duquesne.
Robotham would certainly solve the Spartan need at the point but would first have to sit out a season.
Friday, April 7, 2017
Mitchell turning to football
Former Spartan basketball player Brandon Mitchell is morphing into a wide receiver for the SJSU football team.
Sunday, April 2, 2017
New Mexico fires Craig Neal
"At the 11th hour, UNM decides it can’t afford to retain Neal" -- Geoff Grammer
What strange timing. What changed since March 10 when Neal was deemed coming back by his AD? One thing: there were a number of player defections since then including top talent Elijah Brown.
Geoff Grammer also posted this: "At least two Lobo players who have recently announced plans to transfer have already confirmed they could stay depending on new coach."
What strange timing. What changed since March 10 when Neal was deemed coming back by his AD? One thing: there were a number of player defections since then including top talent Elijah Brown.
Geoff Grammer also posted this: "At least two Lobo players who have recently announced plans to transfer have already confirmed they could stay depending on new coach."
Friday, March 17, 2017
Wichita St. is not coming to the Mountain West
No, moi is not being consulted by the powers-that-be but, simply put, why trade the Missouri Valley Conference for the Mountain West Conference? That's a nothingburger and does nada for Wichita State's basketball interests.
"Wichita State looking to change conferences" -- McKenzie Dalgleish
"Wichita State looking to change conferences" -- McKenzie Dalgleish
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