We Need Shooters

[magic_chiongson]

The trend in world basketball (especially youth brackets) that I see is, teams will have 3 to 4 very similar in height players (wings) then a big and sometimes a smaller lead guard. But for those 3 to 4 similarly sized players, positions are blurred and they can all shoot and handle the ball.

chot's actually been doing this for years..his "3-4 similar height players who can shoot and handle the ball" are all point guards though and around 6' or below in height. i even remember him playing alapag, tenorio, and castro together at the same time before

[IPC]

That would be good obviously but what does he need to do to be a wing? Once he does that, does that mean he dislodge papa dwight, carl, balti, harris, jones, and bayla among others? They wont all be available same time but where will he be in the pecking order?

As for the wing part, maybe improve the handle, just to attack closeouts? To be honest, a 6'7" guy with his quickness and motor doesn't sound too bad, whether he plays 4 or 3, can be a prototype for an ideal 4 if he pans out.

As for dislodging, wait and see. Honestly, I hope he stays in the States for college first.

[Metta]

As for dislodging, wait and see. Honestly, I hope he stays in the States for college first.

No dislodging needed. Like what I said in my previous post, players are trending towards the size/versatility of a wing all playing together. So we need as much prospects of that variety as possible.

Look at the Letran juniors championship squad. Also, look at the new recruits of ADMU, they loaded up on young close to 6'3-6'5 versatile players who can all shoot.

Now if we can translate that into Gilas that's closer to 6'6" across the board and all can shoot then that's a good start.

[Metta]

Ludovice has earned himself a spot on this list for me.

Confidence. And the kid has tons of it, and a knack for making it in "crucial" moments like that big 3 at the end of the 3rd to regain the lead. His size didn't matter and so did exposure (first time at fiba). Good job by Josh giving him the green light, and of course to Alas the ace. It's all about the Cajones.

This is what elite shooters look like when they were young. He just needs to keep shooting hundreds of shots a day, and compete at the highest level possible.

[Metta]

Finally a Competente sighting. He'll be playing in an FEU tuneup game today. Hope his shooting has been developing.

[Rds]

Ludovice has earned himself a spot on this list for me.

Confidence. And the kid has tons of it, and a knack for making it in "crucial" moments like that big 3 at the end of the 3rd to regain the lead. His size didn't matter and so did exposure (first time at fiba). Good job by Josh giving him the green light, and of course to Alas the ace. It's all about the Cajones.

This is what elite shooters look like when they were young. He just needs to keep shooting hundreds of shots a day, and compete at the highest level possible.

Reminds me of that undersized shooter who just recently got drafted in the PBA. This is the perfect role for an undersized shooter, not the main scorer as with the previous undersized shooter. Ludovice's defense is also pretty good for a midget PG. He also knows his role very well. He doesnt shy when he is open but also doesnt force shots.

[Gh@strider]

Reminds me of that undersized shooter who just recently got drafted in the PBA. This is the perfect role for an undersized shooter, not the main scorer as with the previous undersized shooter. Ludovice's defense is also pretty good for a midget PG. He also knows his role very well. He doesnt shy when he is open but also doesnt force shots.

Wacks Ludovice also has great vision, deceptive athleticism and long arms which enable him to play bigger. More importantly, he has a humble attitude and has been mentored well by his older brothers. Although he plays for a different club team (and school), he is one of our favorite opponents and we relish the challenge of going against him and his teams to sharpen our own skills.

On another matter, as I mentioned in another thread, the best shooter (and press breaker) of this Gilas squad, 5'5 Gian Gomez begged off from joining the Doha tournament (as with Espinas and Hachuela) to take care of his studies.

[Metta]

Wacks Ludovice also has great vision, deceptive athleticism and long arms which enable him to play bigger. More importantly, he has a humble attitude and has been mentored well by his older brothers. Although he plays for a different club team (and school), he is one of our favorite opponents and we relish the challenge of going against him and his teams to sharpen our own skills.

On another matter, as I mentioned in another thread, the best shooter (and press breaker) of this Gilas squad, 5'5 Gian Gomez begged off from joining the Doha tournament (as with Espinas and Hachuela) to take care of his studies.

Right on point about the attitude. The kid is impressive with his attitude. Pay attention to how he treats teammates after they make something good or something bad, he's always giving encouragement. Even when he's on the bench.

How tall are his parents/brothers, is there a chance he'll grow more?

[mathematicianrcg]

As for the wing part, maybe improve the handle, just to attack closeouts? To be honest, a 6'7" guy with his quickness and motor doesn't sound too bad, whether he plays 4 or 3, can be a prototype for an ideal 4 if he pans out.

As for dislodging, wait and see. Honestly, I hope he stays in the States for college first.

Aside from Alex konov

There is another Fil Foreign named Alex

Alex Pachuki

6'5 shooter. I am not sure how good he is though

[The_Big_Cat]

Aside from Alex konov

There is another Fil Foreign named Alex

Alex Pachuki

6'5 shooter. I am not sure how good he is though

Jude Roque and San Beda had a closer look at him last year. Played as a jump shooting big man most of his Canadian years. Only started to play in the perimeter when he moved to the US last year. Kinda soft and is a project when it comes to playing in the perimeter. Around 18-19 years old.

[Metta]

Aside from Alex konov

There is another Fil Foreign named Alex

Alex Pachuki

6'5 shooter. I am not sure how good he is though

He's got good size and has a very good shooting form. He played in the recent NBTC, it was kind of confusing why he wasn't getting more playing time for his team even if he looked like one of their best players. Didn't get to watch a lot of him because of that. I was thinking he probably already got an offer and accepted that's why they were trying to hide him. However, that may not be the case because no news about him playing in the Philippines.

[Metta]

Jude Roque and San Beda had a closer look at him last year. Played as a jump shooting big man most of his Canadian years. Only started to play in the perimeter when he moved to the US last year. Kinda soft and is a project when it comes to playing in the perimeter. Around 18-19 years old.

Oh, now it makes sense what I posted above.

[Metta]

Jude Roque and San Beda had a closer look at him last year. Played as a jump shooting big man most of his Canadian years. Only started to play in the perimeter when he moved to the US last year. Kinda soft and is a project when it comes to playing in the perimeter. Around 18-19 years old.

Could be another case of William Navarro. Did not get to show his potential with SBU and deemed very soft. While now a defensive-minded Gilas-level wing.

[Gh@strider]

For the 2008 age group. Known shooters are 5'7 Karl Songco of LSGH, 5'10 Barcelon from Bacolod and 6'0 JB Cagurungan of FEU.

[Metta]

Hoping Chico Briones gets meaningful playing time in that loaded UP lineup. His shooting at 6'6(?) is intriguing. And he mentions he likes playing defense. So perfect 3 and D if ever.