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UD freshmen impressive so far
The Flyers haven’t even gotten through the exhibition part of their schedule, but it’s not too early to make an assessment of the freshman class: It’s a good one.
The 6-foot-8 Luke Fabrizius may be built like a Q-tip, but he can stroke it and he’s not afraid to let it fly. Opponents will always have to account for him when he’s in the game.
I like Chris Johnson, the Columbus Brookhaven product. I had a sports-writing buddy from Columbus tell me about him last year, guaranteeing that “C.J.” would start for the Flyers. I’m not so sure about that, but he’s going to play starter-like minutes.
Although I haven’t see much of Paul Williams, he’s got shooting range and is known as a winner — and that’s a combination of traits any coach would take.
And junior-college transfer Rob Lowery shows plenty of promise and will likely rotate with London Warren at the point-guard spot.
Here’s what Charles Little, the team’s lone senior, had to say about the freshmen:
“Luke can shoot it from half court if he wanted to. I hate guarding him. It’s miserable. Paul has been banged up, but he’s been working his way back to practice. And he’s really impressed me with his defense and what he brings to the table.
“I didn’t know CJ could shoot like that. And he has a knack for slashing and getting to the basket. And Josh (Benson) was really coming along before he got hurt.”
The freshmen will get another chance to show what they can do in an exhibition against Gannon tonight. Although we should be careful about going overboard with rookie players before they’ve been tested in actual game situations, this group looks to be everything Flyer fans had hoped for and more.
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By A-Train
November 11, 2008 2:13 PM | Link to this
These Freshman need to hit the weight room and get some meat on them to be able to compete with the tough A-10 play. Josh Benson’s injury is the best thing to happen to him and hopefully he gets bigger and strong and still have 4 years of eligibility.By NCAA4
November 11, 2008 10:13 PM | Link to this
Great article to start the season. For all those who bash Gregory, look at the past 2 recruiting classes. And think for a second about a UD team last year with a healthy Chris Wright all year. About the current squad, would any other coach have been able to pull the athletes Gregory and his staff have landed? Watch how these freshman jell this year leading into next where they will all be playing together another year + Kavanaugh. Give BG a break.By Harry the Horse
November 11, 2008 11:53 PM | Link to this
Cautiously optimistic about the young Flyers. Growing Pains a plenty with this years squad. But plenty of talent to work with. If Brian can bring them along they could win 18 games…