He has also improved his scoring range in the off-season." And freshman LaVista is someone Zyrkowski said "is physically ready for the varsity level," he said. "Jack is very difficult to guard and makes great decisions with the ball. "He is also a very good defender." Huber, the coach added, handles pressure extremely well. "Will is a very good rebounder for his size and has improved his scoring range," Zyrkowski said. "Look for him to have a breakout year." The Cats will also benefit from Buchert's ability on the glass. "With the experience we have, we are able to do more things defensively." Zyrkowski felt Boone was the team's most improved player last year, "and has improved much more during the off-season," he said. "We like to mix it up defensively," he explained. "Our players with size, Aidyn, Cole and Henry, can score inside and out." Experience, Zyrkowski added, will mean the ability to do more on defense. "This team is very unselfish with a strong returning backcourt in Jack (Huber) and Will (Buchert)," Zyrkowski noted. Huber was all-NSC and an all-area selection. Bonder averaged 6 points and 4 rebounds, while Boone was at 5 points and 4 rebounds a year ago. Buchert averaged 8 points, 5 rebounds and 3 assists, while Huber was at 8 points, 5 assists and 2 steals. Worth noting: The Wildcats have four starters back and multiple players who were part of last year's NSC runner-up squad that went to overtime with 4A semifinalist Barrington in a sectional final. Last season's record: 27-8, 12-2 North Suburban "As long as we stay true to ourselves and play with high energy, we will have an opportunity to reach our potential." "With so many new faces, roles will continue to evolve throughout the year," he said. Keys to success, Coughlin added, will be limiting turnovers and establishing an identity. "Anton is young, but has great footwork and feel in the post," Coughlin said. "This year, we have the ability to play a more aggressive style in our defense." Coughlin noted Powers' confidence "has grown tremendously, and he's worked really had to become multidimensional and add to his game," he said. "People know we play ball press," he said. Coughlin likes the team's defensive prospects based on roster personnel. "I think we may have a different leading scorer every game due to our versatility," he said. "We will be a work in progress due to our youth, but I think we will improve each week throughout the year." Coughlin likes the fact the team shares the ball well. "We are very inexperienced, but can score from multiple levels and will have the ability to put some long and multidimensional lineups on the floor," Coughlin said. Worth noting: The Bears return one starter from a year ago. Top returning players: Brendan Powers, sr., (G, 6-4), Nick Popovic, jr. Last season's record: 12-18, 4-10 North Suburban The defending North Suburban champions have three starters back, including Thomas, a four-year varsity player, Aberle, a three-year varsity player, and Mordini. Worth noting: Clemson-bound Thomas led the Scouts in scoring (17 ppg), rebounding (6 rpg), free-throw percentage (85%), 3-point field goal percentage (40%) and overall field goal percentage (60%) on his way to earning North Suburban player of the year honors and first-team all-state accolades. Top returning players: Asa Thomas, sr., Tommie Aberle, jr., Anthony Mordini, sr. Last season's record: 27-7, 13-1 North Suburban champions
0 Comments
Leave a Reply. |
AuthorWrite something about yourself. No need to be fancy, just an overview. ArchivesCategories |