MarkRedman
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Today at 12:30 PM streaming live on ESPN3
St John's Basketball Media Day
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Per Chris Barca
.@Marv_Time13, a Michigan State transfer, also said this #SJUBB team is "definitely the most athletic" he's ever played on.
Mullin on the "poised" @Marv_Time13: "He took that year and really improved. Physically, we didn't have that guy around last year." #SJUBB
.@Marv_Time13, a Michigan State transfer, also said this #SJUBB team is "definitely the most athletic" he's ever played on.
Mullin on the "poised" @Marv_Time13: "He took that year and really improved. Physically, we didn't have that guy around last year." #SJUBB
MarkRedman
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Media Day just ended - whole program lasted an hour and a half
Both head coaches held separate Q & A's with the media and then Ralph B & Tariq Turner
Ralph & Tariq also spoke with Akina Wellere and Tariq Owens
Good interviews but, as expected, nothing earth shattering uncovered today
Here are some highlights:
Coach Tartamella:
1. A lot of offense to replace - Lewis & Walker
2. Has seen good effort from the young kids (Hoppie, Charles, England)
3. Been to post season 10 straight years; 4 straight 20 win seasons
4. Emphasis on defense in preseason - has seen improvement in past week
5. Thinks this is the best shooting team he has had as a head coach
6. Likes being a dark horse - preseason ranking not as high as in past years
Coach Mullin:
1. Strength of team - quickness & athleticism
2. Preseason focus on defense and rebounding. Also being unselfish on offense
3. Shamorie - had most points ever by a frosh - stronger & quicker this year
4. Clark & Simon - bring experience & maturity. Should have tremendous impact
5. Simon - likes the open floor. Pass first & slasher. Will mesh well w/Marcus & Shamorie
6. Likes versatility of front court. They will rebound by committee
Akina Wellere:
1. Shot 47% from 3 point range last year - highest % in country
2. Shy by nature but learning to be more vocal to help lead newcomers
3. Knows that teams will key on her - working on new moves/shoot off dribble
4. Very superstitious - will change shoes at halftime if not shooting well
Tariq Owens:
1. Was 510" when started 9th grade - grew to 6'5" within 4 months
2. Gained 10 lbs during off season. Now between 205 and 210
3. Off season focus - shooting the J from several midrange locations
4. Major team focus - defensive intensity, cut down fouls, better communication
5. Clark & Simon - bring intensity and leadership to the team
Well done program. Ralph B & Tariq are optimistic that both teams will do well this year
So am I
WE ARE ....................................... ST JOHN'S!!
Both head coaches held separate Q & A's with the media and then Ralph B & Tariq Turner
Ralph & Tariq also spoke with Akina Wellere and Tariq Owens
Good interviews but, as expected, nothing earth shattering uncovered today
Here are some highlights:
Coach Tartamella:
1. A lot of offense to replace - Lewis & Walker
2. Has seen good effort from the young kids (Hoppie, Charles, England)
3. Been to post season 10 straight years; 4 straight 20 win seasons
4. Emphasis on defense in preseason - has seen improvement in past week
5. Thinks this is the best shooting team he has had as a head coach
6. Likes being a dark horse - preseason ranking not as high as in past years
Coach Mullin:
1. Strength of team - quickness & athleticism
2. Preseason focus on defense and rebounding. Also being unselfish on offense
3. Shamorie - had most points ever by a frosh - stronger & quicker this year
4. Clark & Simon - bring experience & maturity. Should have tremendous impact
5. Simon - likes the open floor. Pass first & slasher. Will mesh well w/Marcus & Shamorie
6. Likes versatility of front court. They will rebound by committee
Akina Wellere:
1. Shot 47% from 3 point range last year - highest % in country
2. Shy by nature but learning to be more vocal to help lead newcomers
3. Knows that teams will key on her - working on new moves/shoot off dribble
4. Very superstitious - will change shoes at halftime if not shooting well
Tariq Owens:
1. Was 510" when started 9th grade - grew to 6'5" within 4 months
2. Gained 10 lbs during off season. Now between 205 and 210
3. Off season focus - shooting the J from several midrange locations
4. Major team focus - defensive intensity, cut down fouls, better communication
5. Clark & Simon - bring intensity and leadership to the team
Well done program. Ralph B & Tariq are optimistic that both teams will do well this year
So am I
WE ARE ....................................... ST JOHN'S!!
dalydoseofhoops
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Catching the open half of St. John's practice now that media day has concluded. Although he's sitting out, Quinnipiac transfer Mikey Dixon is among the warmup leaders. Look for him to be a significant piece in the rotation when he's eligible again next year. #SJUBB
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Catching the open half of St. John's practice now that media day has concluded. Although he's sitting out, Quinnipiac transfer Mikey Dixon is among the warmup leaders. Look for him to be a significant piece in the rotation when he's eligible again next year. #SJUBB
Nice!
