Post by beavsinorange on Feb 22, 2018 23:36:12 GMT -8
I may get some flack by this by the non-Wayne supporters , but I am really looking forward to next years Basketball Season. Yes, we are not getting the results we want, and I admit it is getting frustrating losing all these close games, making all these mental mistakes, and our dismal performances on the road. That is the half-glass empty way of looking at this season.
I am a half-glass full type of guy, and I am happy that the 2017-18 season is MUCH better than the dismal 2016-17 5 win campaign. On the bright side, we beat the Ducks, Dawgs, and Bruins. (Three of my least favorite Pac 12 teams) At least there haven't been huge blowouts this season. In addition, 13 wins is much better than 5. Last year was nauseating. I had to stop watching games last season, and at least this year I expect us to be competitive in every game. It was too bad that JaQuori McLaughlin never reached his potential. If he would have panned out for us, we could be talking about being a possible tournament team this year.
Flash forward to next season. I really legitimately feel we are a definite tournament team. I feel Drew will likely be back next season (I agree with the announcers Drew is not ready for the NBA.) If lets say we don't land a PG GradTransfer, or JC PG, Stevie or Ethan will have a year under their belt of PG Experience. However, it would really benefit this I really think Hollins and Reichle have a bright future. I have high hopes for incoming Freshmen Jack Wilson, and Warren Washington. Kylor Kelly will give us good depth in the front court.
Our starting five looks virtually the same. (If Drew stays)
G Soph.Ethan Thompson- Expect Ethan to take a huge leap next season
G Sr. Stevie Thompson-Stevie's experience and Composure will lead the Beavs to success.
F So. Alfred Hollins-Alfred is another star in the making. His athletism will be a huge plus. Needs to stay out of foul trouble.
F RJR. Tres Tinkle-Tres should take the next step. Could he compete for Pac-12 player of the year?
C Sr. Drew Eubanks-After another year of polishing, Drew could really help his draft status.
Bench-(in no particular order)
Guards-
So. Zach Reichle
Jr. Kendall Manuel
So. Xavier Smith (walk-on)
Frontcourt-
Sr. Gligorije Rakocevic
Jr. Ben Kone
Jr. Kylor Kelley
Fr. Warren Washington
Fr. Jack Wilson
One Scholarship remaining.
Here are some Non-Conference games next year. (This is all I know for now)
Home Games: Wyoming (2 for 1, we play in Laramie in 2019-20,) Kent State (2 for1), Texas A&M in Portland
Neutral: Paradise Jam Tournament (3 Games) Road: ? I haven't heard any upcoming road games.
If the Beavers don't get a road win at the Washington Schools. I hope we could schedule a cupcake on the road.
Hopefully, the Beavers learn how to be more cohesive, cut down on mistakes, and develop a more productive bench next season, next season could be very special. It will help to play great Defense out of the gate next season rather than wait till Pac-12 play like this season. We can depend on the team playing well at Gill, but they need to learn how to win some on the road. Keep the faith Beaver Nation
I am a half-glass full type of guy, and I am happy that the 2017-18 season is MUCH better than the dismal 2016-17 5 win campaign. On the bright side, we beat the Ducks, Dawgs, and Bruins. (Three of my least favorite Pac 12 teams) At least there haven't been huge blowouts this season. In addition, 13 wins is much better than 5. Last year was nauseating. I had to stop watching games last season, and at least this year I expect us to be competitive in every game. It was too bad that JaQuori McLaughlin never reached his potential. If he would have panned out for us, we could be talking about being a possible tournament team this year.
Flash forward to next season. I really legitimately feel we are a definite tournament team. I feel Drew will likely be back next season (I agree with the announcers Drew is not ready for the NBA.) If lets say we don't land a PG GradTransfer, or JC PG, Stevie or Ethan will have a year under their belt of PG Experience. However, it would really benefit this I really think Hollins and Reichle have a bright future. I have high hopes for incoming Freshmen Jack Wilson, and Warren Washington. Kylor Kelly will give us good depth in the front court.
Our starting five looks virtually the same. (If Drew stays)
G Soph.Ethan Thompson- Expect Ethan to take a huge leap next season
G Sr. Stevie Thompson-Stevie's experience and Composure will lead the Beavs to success.
F So. Alfred Hollins-Alfred is another star in the making. His athletism will be a huge plus. Needs to stay out of foul trouble.
F RJR. Tres Tinkle-Tres should take the next step. Could he compete for Pac-12 player of the year?
C Sr. Drew Eubanks-After another year of polishing, Drew could really help his draft status.
Bench-(in no particular order)
Guards-
So. Zach Reichle
Jr. Kendall Manuel
So. Xavier Smith (walk-on)
Frontcourt-
Sr. Gligorije Rakocevic
Jr. Ben Kone
Jr. Kylor Kelley
Fr. Warren Washington
Fr. Jack Wilson
One Scholarship remaining.
Here are some Non-Conference games next year. (This is all I know for now)
Home Games: Wyoming (2 for 1, we play in Laramie in 2019-20,) Kent State (2 for1), Texas A&M in Portland
Neutral: Paradise Jam Tournament (3 Games) Road: ? I haven't heard any upcoming road games.
If the Beavers don't get a road win at the Washington Schools. I hope we could schedule a cupcake on the road.
Hopefully, the Beavers learn how to be more cohesive, cut down on mistakes, and develop a more productive bench next season, next season could be very special. It will help to play great Defense out of the gate next season rather than wait till Pac-12 play like this season. We can depend on the team playing well at Gill, but they need to learn how to win some on the road. Keep the faith Beaver Nation