I went back and took a look at Alaysia Styles high school tape, as well as her ESPN rating.
Had forgotten that she was a top 100 player nationally, and per ESPN, was referred to as:
"Explosive finesse 4 with next level impact; quick leaper; active on the glass; plays long and athletic; superb in up-tempo game, emerging perimeter threat."
And that is exactly what was on the tape- with a particularly outstanding impact in running the court and in taking it to the basket. However, what I didn't see was the bulk and positioning usually associated with our traditional three-big rotation.
Again, I am hoping that we will not simply try to put square pegs in round holes with this unusual mix of upcoming personnel. Time for our coaches to identify some innovative ways of best deploying this unusual roster for next year.
Note: Styles incoming interview on Calbears.com from last year was also quite impressive. Very mature, articulate and intelligent. Chose Cal as a final choice over Maryland, an offer from which again reflects her nationally-rated regard.
Had forgotten that she was a top 100 player nationally, and per ESPN, was referred to as:
"Explosive finesse 4 with next level impact; quick leaper; active on the glass; plays long and athletic; superb in up-tempo game, emerging perimeter threat."
And that is exactly what was on the tape- with a particularly outstanding impact in running the court and in taking it to the basket. However, what I didn't see was the bulk and positioning usually associated with our traditional three-big rotation.
Again, I am hoping that we will not simply try to put square pegs in round holes with this unusual mix of upcoming personnel. Time for our coaches to identify some innovative ways of best deploying this unusual roster for next year.
Note: Styles incoming interview on Calbears.com from last year was also quite impressive. Very mature, articulate and intelligent. Chose Cal as a final choice over Maryland, an offer from which again reflects her nationally-rated regard.