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Apparently Akoy has his heart set on playing in the Big 10/Big East...and if UCONN ever offers it's over. But UCONN might be a pipe dream for him. Point being this is a guy Miles has got to get. Not because he's the next Dwight Howard but because he's a Nebraska kid that's going to play high major college bball. The tide has to turn at some point. Not sure what the roster will look like by the time (if) Agau makes it to NU but hopefully there isn't too much pressure on him to be great right away. I think he can be a defensive presence from day one. But that he will take a while to develop offensively is going to be my guess. (Remember, RIch King was only good for 5 and 3 as a frosh)
Would be a good "in-road" for the Central sophomore (jr. next year) that people are already excited about.
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 Originally Posted by bilsker
Apparently Akoy has his heart set on playing in the Big 10/Big East...and if UCONN ever offers it's over. But UCONN might be a pipe dream for him. Point being this is a guy Miles has got to get. Not because he's the next Dwight Howard but because he's a Nebraska kid that's going to play high major college bball. The tide has to turn at some point. Not sure what the roster will look like by the time (if) Agau makes it to NU but hopefully there isn't too much pressure on him to be great right away. I think he can be a defensive presence from day one. But that he will take a while to develop offensively is going to be my guess. (Remember, RIch King was only good for 5 and 3 as a frosh)
Would be a good "in-road" for the Central sophomore (jr. next year) that people are already excited about.
I said this in another thread, but I have a pretty good couple of friends that coach at Central. Right now he is leaning Wichita as the Doc firing means new relationships have to be formed, though Miles was trying to recruit him at CSU. Creighton is basically out since he lives about 4 blocks from there. If Miles goes in and offers Thurman (the sophomore and jr to be that you mentioned) Akoy would look hard at the Huskers. He is already blown away by the facilities. UCONN is his dream offer, he'll go there if offered.
Thurman, if he develops like I think (kid has a size 17 shoe and is already 6'6 as a sophomore) will have more D1 offers than Akoy, and will be a bigger offensive threat. Kid had a great couple of games in the state tourney. I think, like you stated, Akoy will be a defensive force, but fans will be les than impressed with his offensive skills the first couple of years.
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You're the only person...reporter or recruit-nik or fan...that I've ever heard say he was big on Wichita. Not saying it's not true but a lot of stuff has to be taken with a grain of salt...even "coaches at Central". Honestly, unless grades are an issue, I'll eat my hat if he ends up at Wichita State.
This summer will be big for him. He'll likely sign in November so programs that are on the fence right now will make up their minds based on his play in the AAU circuit. If he impresses expect more big offers. Offers from Clemson, Iowa, Marquette, Xavier, New Mexico to go along with Creighton and Wichita State.
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I said this in another thread, but I have a pretty good couple of friends that coach at Central. Right now he is leaning Wichita as the Doc firing means new relationships have to be formed, though Miles was trying to recruit him at CSU. Creighton is basically out since he lives about 4 blocks from there. If Miles goes in and offers Thurman (the sophomore and jr to be that you mentioned) Akoy would look hard at the Huskers. He is already blown away by the facilities. UCONN is his dream offer, he'll go there if offered.
This isn't what I'm hearing about Creighton.
"I told him to be patient, that these things have a way of working themselves out." -- Tom Osborne to Steve Taylor when Taylor voiced concerns about the direction of the football program under Bill Callahan and Steve Pederson.
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Originally Posted by Fromunda Cheese
This isn't what I'm hearing about Creighton.
As recently as the state final he said Creighton may be too close, as he lives within walking distance of their campus....from the horses mouth. Not the end all be all, but that's the thought right now. Who knows, staying that close may become important to him....
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Originally Posted by bilsker
You're the only person...reporter or recruit-nik or fan...that I've ever heard say he was big on Wichita. Not saying it's not true but a lot of stuff has to be taken with a grain of salt...even "coaches at Central". Honestly, unless grades are an issue, I'll eat my hat if he ends up at Wichita State.
This summer will be big for him. He'll likely sign in November so programs that are on the fence right now will make up their minds based on his play in the AAU circuit. If he impresses expect more big offers. Offers from Clemson, Iowa, Marquette, Xavier, New Mexico to go along with Creighton and Wichita State.
Wichita moved in to first when Doc was fired.....but that is right now. I doubt he ends up there, it just was the top out of his 3 that he was looking hard at (nebraska, creighton, wichita). Marquette and UConn are big players though. I actually can't believe UConn hasn't offered yet. He's a rivals top 150 player.
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Originally Posted by ShortSideOption
Wichita moved in to first when Doc was fired.....but that is right now. I doubt he ends up there, it just was the top out of his 3 that he was looking hard at (nebraska, creighton, wichita). Marquette and UConn are big players though. I actually can't believe UConn hasn't offered yet. He's a rivals top 150 player.
Rivals top 150 probably doesn't impress UCONN all that much. THey are one of those bball recruiting power-houses. I'm going to guess that they'll see how this summer goes first. If he's free with his "if UCONN offers I'm taking it" remarks then UCONN can afford to slow play him.
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Originally Posted by bilsker
Rivals top 150 probably doesn't impress UCONN all that much. THey are one of those bball recruiting power-houses. I'm going to guess that they'll see how this summer goes first. If he's free with his "if UCONN offers I'm taking it" remarks then UCONN can afford to slow play him.
Good point, again, I just know UCONN is his dream school, I haven't actually heard him say that if they offer he is for sure going there. You are right though, they can slow play him if they don't get the PF they want initially. This would be a huge recruiting "get" for Miles though, and could start a great pipeline into not only Central, but the downtown Omaha area. They have some talent sitting down there at the moment.
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What is the shot clock for Neb hs? 35 or 40 or 45 seconds?
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Originally Posted by mjw11
What is the shot clock for Neb hs? 35 or 40 or 45 seconds?
None of the above...there is no shot clock, however I would love to see one implemented.
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WOW...just WOW...you HAVE to have one...that is a disservice to Nebraska high school players...if they are going to play in college it would really be nice to be playing the same game
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Originally Posted by mjw11
WOW...just WOW...you HAVE to have one...that is a disservice to Nebraska high school players...if they are going to play in college it would really be nice to be playing the same game
It is also a disservice to good defense....
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Originally Posted by Huskers57
and how many DIV I prospects are there in a 500 mile radius of Lincoln? Not that many, IMO.
plenty of talent, i would say 50+ D1 talent.
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Originally Posted by mjw11
WOW...just WOW...you HAVE to have one...that is a disservice to Nebraska high school players...if they are going to play in college it would really be nice to be playing the same game
The only info I could find said there were only 8 states that use a shot clock for high school. I ref'd high school for 10 years and they way they all ran up and down the court I don't know if a shot clock would have mattered too much. I do suppose that might be the next big thing though.
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Originally Posted by Huskers57
and how many DIV I prospects are there in a 500 mile radius of Lincoln? Not that many, IMO.
Chicago is within 500mi.
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Originally Posted by joncarl
The only info I could find said there were only 8 states that use a shot clock for high school. I ref'd high school for 10 years and they way they all ran up and down the court I don't know if a shot clock would have mattered too much. I do suppose that might be the next big thing though.
wow that surprises me
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Top in-state product talks Miles
After winning his third straight Class A State title, Omaha Central forward Akoy Agau goes into his AAU season with 20+ offers.
“It gets a little hectic, but it something a lot of players have to go through. It comes with the territory,” said Agau. “I'm just really trying to take it slow and figure out where I want to go for the next four to five years. I'm talking with coaches and getting a feel for them.
“This is my last year of AAU, so not only do I hope it goes well, but I hope to pick up more (offers).”
With no schools standing out at the moment, he does say teams like Xavier, Tennessee, and Nebraska are recruiting him hard.
“There are always new schools jumping in, so it feels like I'm talking to new coaches all the time,” said Agau. “Last week I visited Florida University. I have been talking with them sort of slowly.
“I have talked with Coach Miles when he was at Colorado State...We had a pretty good connection when he was there. I would say we actually talked a lot while he was in Colorado. I haven't talked to him much since he got the job. He's been transitioning, moving his family, and has been busy, which is more than alright.
“They have written a lot about him, so I'm learning new stuff all the time. He's won everywhere he's gone. He's been successful during his career. I don't know if he's going to do it at Nebraska, the Big Ten is a tough conference. But, he's done it everywhere else and I wish him all the luck in continuing the trend in the Big Ten.”
The 6-foot-8, 230 pound prospect feels the pressure from locals to choose an in-state school like Nebraska or Creighton, but it comes with the “territory.” Unlike some players, conference affiliation will not play a major role in the junior's decision down the road. While he says it's important, finding the right school is even more important, whether it's in the Big Ten, SEC, Big East, or elsewhere.
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On former teammate Deverell Biggs (Seward County CC) picking up an offer from Nebraska: “We talk all the time. He would have obviously family support if he came back to play at Nebraska. I just hope that he does what's best for him, if that's going to Nebraska I will be happy for him.”
Offer list: Nebraska, Tennessee, Xavier, Drake, Clemson, Colorado State, Creighton, New Mexico, Iowa, Wichita State, etc...
http://nebraska.scout.com/2/1175515.html?refid=400
by Josh Harvey
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Originally Posted by RedDog
After winning his third straight Class A State title, Omaha Central forward Akoy Agau goes into his AAU season with 20+ offers.
“It gets a little hectic, but it something a lot of players have to go through. It comes with the territory,” said Agau. “I'm just really trying to take it slow and figure out where I want to go for the next four to five years. I'm talking with coaches and getting a feel for them.
“This is my last year of AAU, so not only do I hope it goes well, but I hope to pick up more (offers).”
With no schools standing out at the moment, he does say teams like Xavier, Tennessee, and Nebraska are recruiting him hard.
“There are always new schools jumping in, so it feels like I'm talking to new coaches all the time,” said Agau. “Last week I visited Florida University. I have been talking with them sort of slowly.
“I have talked with Coach Miles when he was at Colorado State...We had a pretty good connection when he was there. I would say we actually talked a lot while he was in Colorado. I haven't talked to him much since he got the job. He's been transitioning, moving his family, and has been busy, which is more than alright.
“They have written a lot about him, so I'm learning new stuff all the time. He's won everywhere he's gone. He's been successful during his career. I don't know if he's going to do it at Nebraska, the Big Ten is a tough conference. But, he's done it everywhere else and I wish him all the luck in continuing the trend in the Big Ten.”
The 6-foot-8, 230 pound prospect feels the pressure from locals to choose an in-state school like Nebraska or Creighton, but it comes with the “territory.” Unlike some players, conference affiliation will not play a major role in the junior's decision down the road. While he says it's important, finding the right school is even more important, whether it's in the Big Ten, SEC, Big East, or elsewhere.
Notes:
On former teammate Deverell Biggs (Seward County CC) picking up an offer from Nebraska: “We talk all the time. He would have obviously family support if he came back to play at Nebraska. I just hope that he does what's best for him, if that's going to Nebraska I will be happy for him.”
Offer list: Nebraska, Tennessee, Xavier, Drake, Clemson, Colorado State, Creighton, New Mexico, Iowa, Wichita State, etc...
http://nebraska.scout.com/2/1175515.html?refid=400
by Josh Harvey
Akoy reiterates what I said in the other thread, I hope Biggs does what's best for him.
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Originally Posted by ShortSideOption
Akoy reiterates what I said in the other thread, I hope Biggs does what's best for him.
Except for the part about favoring Wichita St. 
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