GWOC 2023-2024
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Or it might just propel them. I've always said you need an adjustment before going into the tourney. This could be it. You never know.
Again, name me the last Centerville PG with Big10 talent that was the program leader Cupps was at Centerville.
DonJuanDeMarco
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Indiana struggles, but he's playing over 20 minutes a game. Rare for a freshman PG anywhere.
To compare, we can check out how much the top 7 Ohio 247 recruits from last year are playing.
Devin Royal - 8.5 minutes at OSU
Dailyn Swain - 19 minutes at X
Gabe Cupps - 21.7 minutes at IU
George Washington III - 7 minutes at Michigan
Austin Parks - 2 minutes at OSU
Lawrent Rice - 2.8 minutes at Murray State
Marlon Barnes - Has not played at Pitt.
Cupps is a generational leader. I will give him that. He was connected to his dad at the hip and having House and Powell on the perimeter did not hurt either. His game has transitioned to the college game well. He will be a 3 1/2 year starter that when its time for him to go, Assembly Hall will give him a standing ovation. Unfortunately his game likely will not transfer to the pros well. But I could be wrong. I foresee him having a great college career, play oversees for a few and come back to the US and become a dynamic young college coach. Generational talents are NBA guys these day that are Super athletic or can shoot from half court. His talent is his BBall IQ and right now that terrible game of Pro basketball just does not reflect that like it did years ago. Wish him the best. It's clear the Elks miss him.
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I just watched the clips. Wayne struggled handling the ball pressure Trotwood put on them in the 4th quarter. To much fancy dribbling then plop, turnover... Make a move then get to the basket and try to score or dish. Don't quite understand what the coach was thinking by having all that dribbling going on then turn it over. Kudos to Trotwood. They look like a complete team. Long, athletic, defended well and that big boy was a man amongst boys the other night. Can he do that vs someone his size? If so Trotwood might be back in Columbus, well Dayton.... That sounds so goofy. The state Championship should be in Columbus!!!!! Exit stage left from this thread because T-wood is not in the GWOC. So dumb. Best of luck to both squads in postseason play.
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DytnBballFan
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I wouldn't pencil him in as a starter the next three years just yet. Woodson is on the hot seat and I hear they have higher level guards already set to join them next year, not to mention the transfer portal. Gabe was a great high school player who probably went to a school he loved versus a school that fit him better. And, given today's college environment, that may be where he finishes.
Ahh. I disagree. I think Indiana will find a place for him for three years. That place loves kids like him. Scrappy, heady, tough, all the way back to Isiah. But hey we can say the transfer portal about anybody these days so you never know. Again it's my op. I wish him the best of luck.
DytnBballFan
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First off I wish him luck too. And I'm not even saying he won't start but with all that's going on over there, I wouldn't be surprised if he doesn't finish up there either. Finding a spot is a far cry from a three and a half year starter.
I feel ya. Its cool.. I am just saying I watched t5 or 6 games this year and every time he dove on the floor or made a good pass or got emotional the crowd loved that stuff. The game has change but somethings stay the same. Politics and his talent, because he is talented, may play a role in him being the poster boy for that program for a few years. Remember it's still Indiana. Home of the Hoosiers. That's all I am saying. Good dialogue.
The Wizard of DVH
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Wayne had 12 TOs in the 4th quarter smh
That was the big boy's best game all season and probably his career. If he can stay playing like that Trotwood will be a tough out. We'll see...
Redandgold
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But he has to win at that level, or nothing is guaranteed.
Looks like the portal will have a few Ohio kids. Most of these guys were Mid-Major guys anyway based on skill set alone maybe they'll end up somewhere that's the right fit for them this time around.
Talk some sense
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Maybe not every freshman is ready for D1 right out of the chute and teams have better upperclassmen. That's no need to transfer but I get it depending on who's whispering in their ears.
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DytnBballFan
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I agree but you imply it's bad if they do transfer? Why? Coaches leave all the time. If you aren't happy, find a better fit.
I believe some these guys are D1's just not Hi-Major or Hi/Mid Major guys they just need to go where they fit. Sometimes it takes a season to realize that you're not as good as you thought or a year away from your people telling you "you're great"!
DytnBballFan
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I'm not sure what's wrong with trying at a top level program. It's not like the kid gave themselves the scholarship. People aren't just telling them they are great, a school offered them a $50,000 scholarship to reinforce that notion. Seems like you are implying the kids ego was the reason they went there. As if the school itself didn't actually think they were good enough.
Never mind, looks like overtime.
This year, more than ever, will all depend on matchups. Fairmont might be Centerville’s kryptonite, but then they would get Middletown or Winton Woods in the district. If it’s Winton Woods, they don’t have anyone to guard McKinley. If it’s Middletown, the Middies are super long and athletic and tremendous defensively. Both are tough matchups for Fairmont, but not as much for Centerville. Wayne seems like they are hot, but their likely district matchup is Elder, who they played tough earlier but is a tough matchup. If Elder loses to Lakota West/Princeton winner, those are much better matchups for them. Which Beavercreek team shows up? If they get to districts, it will be Moeller, but I actually think their ability to move the ball and score matches up well against them! The district that is Cincy vs. Cincy could have any one of like 6 teams win it.
Both Centerville and Wayne played really good tonight. At one time I was thinking how did Centerville lose the league games they did. The ELKS size was giving Wayne issues especially since Wayne's 6'6" bench guy was not available for the game. Wayne led for most of the game but it looked like they were getting wore down late. Elks came back from 7 down with just over a minute to go to send it to OT. With all the momentum I thought it was going to be another disappointing lost to the ELKS. Wayne though exploded in OT scoring the first 4 points and then later hit a huge three. Wayne made free throws down the stretch and to pull out the win.
Juan Cranford JR went off tonight and in the first quarter made Powell look silly as he drilled a step back 3. Cranford ended up with over 30 points and also hit the 1000 point plateau.
Juan Cranford JR went off tonight and in the first quarter made Powell look silly as he drilled a step back 3. Cranford ended up with over 30 points and also hit the 1000 point plateau.
DytnBballFan
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That's not how standings work. Congrats to the team. Winning the GWOC is an accomplishment. Are there any more games for teams before tournament? Centerville still has one on Monday against Huntington Prep.
The Wizard of DVH
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Wayne had Elder beat at Elder!! If both teams take care of business Wayne is pulling up to Xavier confident they will be playing past March 10. (District Finals??? I always get the rounds confused.) Beavercreek has good size, great athletes, and well coached. I think they can definitely beat Moeller.