As official practice begins

[muskieman]

What are your concerns? What are you excited to see? WHAT is X's biggest question mark?

I think we have a lot of talent and will be looking to see how Richard can mold this team. The post position is my biggest concern. I think Nwoko is the guy; he better be. He is the highest-paid guy. But he averaged a little over 21 minutes last year and seems to be a foul machine. Also, there were concerns over his health, so if he is healthy this year, he is #1 for 25 to 30 minutes, but the question is: who is his backup when he needs a blow? Aligbe and Asher Elson seem to be the answer, and while the former is a rim protector, I am eager to see the guy Richard says might have the biggest potential in Elson, reportedly a 7-footer now. Sure, he will be raw, but sources say not that raw.

The other position is point. Westry has advantages in size, length, and experience, but the new guy, House, is said to be more than capable. Richard said he was, at times, the best guard on the floor. I hope Richard is right, and the competition is tough, because X needs a guy who can run the team and distribute the ball to the bevy of shooters.

Finally, Poz vs. Ruben. There is some excitement; if they are as good as advertised, our point guard might set an assist record sometime this season. I know you are all watching the OSU/Kent State game, but give me your opinion on what you want to see.

[muskieman]

anyone know the cutdown day?

Without Filip listed on the roster, X has 16 players. Only two are walk-ons: Wolf and Thole. Do they go on the practice squad if Filip becomes eligible?


Gabriel Pozzato Position F Academic Year R-So.Height 6' 7'' Weight 200 lbs

Mike Nwoko Position F Academic Year Sr. Height 6' 10'' Weight 260 lbs

Kalek House Position G Academic Year Fr. Height 6' 3'' Weight 200 lbs

Tru Washington Position G Academic Year Sr. Height 6' 4'' Weight 210 lbs

Harrison Aligbe Position F Academic Year Fr. Height 6' 8'' Weight 220 lbs

Asher Elson Position F Academic Year Fr. Height 6' 11'' Weight 200 lbs

Rolyns Aligbe Position F Academic Year Jr. Height 6' 9'' Weight 243 lbs

Ruben Dominguez Position G Academic Year Sr. Height 6' 6'' Weight 214 lbs

Chance Westry Position G Academic Year Sr. Height 6' 6'' Weight 205 lbs

Braden Appelhans Position G Academic Year Sr. Height 6' 6'' Weight 200 lbs

Kason Westphal Position C Academic Year R-Fr. Height 7' 0'' Weight 260 lbs

Nikos Chitikoudis Position F Academic Year Sr. Height 6' 9'' Weight 235 lbs

Gedeon Basson Position G Academic Year Fr. Height 6' 1'' Weight 218 lbs

Henry Thole Position F Academic Year Jr. Height 6' 7'' Weight 230 lbs

Jovan Milicevic Position F Academic Year Jr. Height 6' 10'' Weight 241 lbs

Michael Wolf Position G Academic Year Gr. Height 6' 1'' Weight 195 lbs