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Tennessee took advantage of the extra allotted practices for their Italy trip this week, getting to work on Monday and Tuesday afternoon.*
First off, since this was the first chance to see the newcomers with the rest of the team, a couple of observations. Armani Moore definitely looks like an SEC athlete. He's got good size and strength for a guard and is explosive. Zo said today that he'll get a look at the point but also on the wing.*
Reese, fresh off putting up big numbers for the Puerto Rican National team, has a chance to help on the wing this year, but people probably shouldn't take his stats from last weekend's tournament and automatically project him as a huge impact guy. No doubt though he has a chance to be a surprising sleeper. He's a little more solidly built than I expected and can shoot the ball. Zo told me that he really thought one of the most encouraging things about Reese is that he feels like eventually he'll be able to guard four different spots on the floor. The kind of detail that's a big deal to the Vols' head coach.*
Edwards, as you'd expect from a junior college player, is the most physically developed of the three. He has a nice stroke and looks like a solid athlete. My early impression--and let's remember it's July and a lot can change--is that he'll be the most ready to push for significant time when October gets here.*
On the injury front, both Maymon and Golden looked good to me. Maymon still is dealing with some soreness but he pushed himself hard today and both guys are clearly on the way back.
Kenny Hall faced up and knocked down a couple of 17-18 footers during five-on-five work today, lending some credence to his talk about putting in the time working on his shot.
Stokes is pretty much uncontrollable for anyone on the roster. He can more or less end up at the front of the rim every time he touches it.*
I continue to think that McRae has made some notable strides in both his strength and his overall game. Seems poised to become a consistent factor if he stays on track.
Dave Hart stopped by to visit with coach Martin after practice and also spent some time talking to former Vol Ron Slay who is in town this month finishing up his degree and a frequent presence around the team.
-Rob Lewis
I've also heard from people that Jordy looks very controlled so far. Still getting to the rim, but appears much smarter and under control.
First off, since this was the first chance to see the newcomers with the rest of the team, a couple of observations. Armani Moore definitely looks like an SEC athlete. He's got good size and strength for a guard and is explosive. Zo said today that he'll get a look at the point but also on the wing.*
Reese, fresh off putting up big numbers for the Puerto Rican National team, has a chance to help on the wing this year, but people probably shouldn't take his stats from last weekend's tournament and automatically project him as a huge impact guy. No doubt though he has a chance to be a surprising sleeper. He's a little more solidly built than I expected and can shoot the ball. Zo told me that he really thought one of the most encouraging things about Reese is that he feels like eventually he'll be able to guard four different spots on the floor. The kind of detail that's a big deal to the Vols' head coach.*
Edwards, as you'd expect from a junior college player, is the most physically developed of the three. He has a nice stroke and looks like a solid athlete. My early impression--and let's remember it's July and a lot can change--is that he'll be the most ready to push for significant time when October gets here.*
On the injury front, both Maymon and Golden looked good to me. Maymon still is dealing with some soreness but he pushed himself hard today and both guys are clearly on the way back.
Kenny Hall faced up and knocked down a couple of 17-18 footers during five-on-five work today, lending some credence to his talk about putting in the time working on his shot.
Stokes is pretty much uncontrollable for anyone on the roster. He can more or less end up at the front of the rim every time he touches it.*
I continue to think that McRae has made some notable strides in both his strength and his overall game. Seems poised to become a consistent factor if he stays on track.
Dave Hart stopped by to visit with coach Martin after practice and also spent some time talking to former Vol Ron Slay who is in town this month finishing up his degree and a frequent presence around the team.
-Rob Lewis
I've also heard from people that Jordy looks very controlled so far. Still getting to the rim, but appears much smarter and under control.
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