Semaj Christon PG (Commit Xavier)

[bobbiemcgee]

http://espn.go.com/mens-college-basketball/recruiting/player/_/id/127873/semaj-christon

http://rivals.yahoo.com/ncaa/basketball/recruiting/player-Semaj-Christon-116888

Since this guy's from the 'nati, what say you resident scouts?

[xu15]

ESPN seems to like him a lot. I guess they haven't updated the list yet because he's a 94, which would put him well within the top 100, but he's not. Rivals will also likely put him in their top 150 when they update. It seems like he's a guy that's trending up right now, so I like the kid from what I've heard/seen.

[bobbiemcgee]

Scout has him 73/11 4* now

[Masterofreality]

A guard? Same class as DSR?

Uh, I'm taking DSR

[xu15]

A guard? Same class as DSR?

Uh, I'm taking DSR

I don't think people are arguing with you, but if DSR isn't committing, and he strings us along forever and then commits to somewhere like Georgetown or Texas, we are screwed. I think Christon is an excellent alternative with good upside. That doesn't mean I wouldn't love to have DSR.

[MuskiePimp23]

http://heardthisblog.com/?p=521

Christon says we are his leader and looking to make a decision in September...I would love to have DSR, but Christon is also very, very good.

[xu15]

http://heardthisblog.com/?p=521

Christon says we are his leader and looking to make a decision in September...I would love to have DSR, but Christon is also very, very good.

Hopefully Illinois doesn't snatch him. I will be disappointed if we don't end up with him or DSR.

[ReturnOfTheMack]

Hopefully Illinois doesn't snatch him. I will be disappointed if we don't end up with him or DSR.

One thing is certain: he will be visiting Illinois before he makes a final choice.

“Just to see what the campus look like,” Christon said. ”I’ve never been to Chicago, and I’ve always wanted to see what it looks like.”

ring, ring, ring...

Samoj: Yes this is Samoj.
Coach Mack: Samoj what's up? This is coach Mack.
Samoj: Hey what's good coach Mack? Good to hear from you.
Coach Mack: The pleasure is all mine Samoj; hey actually I was just calling you out of the blue to make sure you're keeping up with your studies and keeping everything straight in the classroom.
Samoj: Oh yeah definintely coach definitely.
Coach Mack: How's geography going inparticular?
Samoj: Uhh, good I guess.
Coach Mack: Just checking. Hey did you know that the University of Illinois is located in some podunk Dayton-esque town called Champaign? Yeah that's real close to another dump known as Urbana. Yeah those aren't in Chicago. As a matter of fact it's like over an hour drive to Chicago. That's like saying UK is in Cincinnati. Get my drift?
Samoj: Damn coach are you serious?
Coach Mack: I know nothing but absolute truths. Some call me a coach while others reference me as a theologian. You may not have heard that yet.
Samoj: Damn coach you're deep. I like that about you. You know what I have to run, I've got a commitment to give on Twitter... see you in a year COACH!

[TUXU2011]

Why not get Semaj and DSR? Semaj will be a BEAST point guard considering his athletic ability and outside shot. Xavier has never had a point guard quite like Semaj (he will make X miss Tu a little bit less when he graduates). However, we should also go for DSR because he has a chance to be the best player on the team once Tu graduates, he is that much of an impact freshman.

[xu15]

Why not get Semaj and DSR? Semaj will be a BEAST point guard considering his athletic ability and outside shot. Xavier has never had a point guard quite like Semaj (he will make X miss Tu a little bit less when he graduates). However, we should also go for DSR because he has a chance to be the best player on the team once Tu graduates, he is that much of an impact freshman.

Sounds great but we would then have to come up with two scholarships for them.

[muskienick]

One must wonder if Jalen Reynolds will have any impact on this kid's choice of college since they'll both play at Brewster this coming season. If DSR goes elsewhere, Jalen could convince Semaj to play at Xavier (simply through example, of course!).

[MuskieMAN5]

After watching a couple of semaj's videos on youtube, I would love to have him here. He looks to be a great athlete, can get to the rim at will, and has a great shot with range. Not to say I don't want DSR but I would be happy with either for certain

[Blue Blooded-05]

After watching a couple of semaj's videos on youtube, I would love to have him here. He looks to be a great athlete, can get to the rim at will, and has a great shot with range. Not to say I don't want DSR but I would be happy with either for certain

He's obviously a great athlete. Didn't you read the ESPN bio: "Christon is a long lean point guard that is not only a good athlete but is very athletic."

That's Pulitzer Prize winning material right there, folks. ESPN doesn't call themselves the World Wide Leader for nothin!

[TUXU2011]

Christon will be a Musketeer when he commits in September. According to sources he loves XU and wants to be the starting point guard when Tu graduates while playing for Coach Mack.

[SixFig]

Christon will be a Musketeer when he commits in September. According to sources he loves XU and wants to be the starting point guard when Tu graduates while playing for Coach Mack.

Dee Davis might have something to say about that, and Lyons will be a senior.

[Masterofreality]

One thing is certain: he will be visiting Illinois before he makes a final choice.

“Just to see what the campus look like,” Christon said. ”I’ve never been to Chicago, and I’ve always wanted to see what it looks like.”

ring, ring, ring...

Samoj: Yes this is Samoj.
Coach Mack: Samoj what's up? This is coach Mack.
Samoj: Hey what's good coach Mack? Good to hear from you.
Coach Mack: The pleasure is all mine Samoj; hey actually I was just calling you out of the blue to make sure you're keeping up with your studies and keeping everything straight in the classroom.
Samoj: Oh yeah definintely coach definitely.
Coach Mack: How's geography going inparticular?
Samoj: Uhh, good I guess.
Coach Mack: Just checking. Hey did you know that the University of Illinois is located in some podunk Dayton-esque town called Champaign? Yeah that's real close to another dump known as Urbana. Yeah those aren't in Chicago. As a matter of fact it's like over an hour drive to Chicago. That's like saying UK is in Cincinnati. Get my drift?
Samoj: Damn coach are you serious?
Coach Mack: I know nothing but absolute truths. Some call me a coach while others reference me as a theologian. You may not have heard that yet.
Samoj: Damn coach you're deep. I like that about you. You know what I have to run, I've got a commitment to give on Twitter... see you in a year COACH!

Strong as day old fish!

[Xman95]

Strong as day old fish!

Reminds me of a hooker I once knew...

[bobbiemcgee]

Reminds me of a hooker I once knew...

Was that the jewish hooker who was a union president.? Think she hacked my phone @ a flash mob.

[Kirmet]

Was that the jewish hooker who was a union president.? Think she hacked my phone @ a flash mob.

Per Goodman, Semaj verbals to Xavier!!!

[UnCaged]

Per Goodman, Semaj verbals to Xavier!!!

I am really high on this kid (on life, not drugs kids). Can't believe how well this Summer is playing out. We're stacked this year and it is an absolute reloading for the coming year.

Welcome aboard Semaj. Anyone think he'll be rooming with our former recruit (soon to be renewed LOI) at prep school?

[SixFig]

http://img171.imageshack.us/img171/9251/39987183.jpg

[Emp]

Semaj = James backwards?

[xu15]

Reggie Rankin really likes Christon a lot. He mentions him like crazy, which is awesome. I've got high hopes for him. Here's the latest shout out.

http://espn.go.com/college-sports/recruiting/basketball/mens/story/_/id/6829971/biggest-breakout-performers-july

[Juice]

Semaj is now ranked #58 on Scout.com

http://scouthoops.scout.com/a.z?s=75&p=9&c=4&cfg=bb&pid=88&yr=2012

[xu15]

Semaj is now ranked #58 on Scout.com

http://scouthoops.scout.com/a.z?s=75&p=9&c=4&cfg=bb&pid=88&yr=2012

The kid has serious potential. His stock will only rise. I'm very excited for his career at X.

[bobbiemcgee]

Semaj #7 PG - DSR #8 SG

[CleXU]

Semaj jumped up to #73 overall in Rivals Top 150 for 2012 updated rankings today...

http://rivals.yahoo.com/xavier/football/recruiting/rankings/rank-2509

[More Cowbell]

Solid Video of Semaj(James)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ab2dJkFLp2I&feature=player_embedded#!

[JimmyTwoTimes37]

New Semaj Highlight. Ridiculous

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XZtWUES_mfU&feature=channel_video_title

[XUFan09]

New Semaj Highlight. Ridiculous

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XZtWUES_mfU&feature=channel_video_title

"Holy shit!" That was my immediate reaction to the second play (the one they replayed). He suddenly darts to the basket so quickly, he has to be tough for even the best defenders to stick with.

[Nigel Tufnel]

Filthy...dirty poop nasty. Looks like between Davis and Semaj, PG is covered in the future.

[Benxman]

Any word on whether Semaj is signing his letter of intent?
Is signing day today, 11/08/11, or tomorrow, 11/09/11?

Go Semaj Christon!
&
GO MUSKIES!

:sword:

[Davis Love III]

Just watched Shannon's video of Semaj that she posted in regard to the recruits that signed yesterday. Call me crazy, but he moves a bit like John Wall. He is a taller PG like wall and is very quick and can take it the hole fast. I am very excited about him playing at Xavier. Looks like we got a good one.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=XZtWUES_mfU

[SixFig]

Just watched Shannon's video of Semaj that she posted in regard to the recruits that signed yesterday. Call me crazy, but he moves a bit like John Wall. He is a taller PG like wall and is very quick and can take it the hole fast. I am very excited about him playing at Xavier. Looks like we got a good one.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=XZtWUES_mfU

I think his game will resemble Rajon Rondo more. Great at getting to the rim with a developing jumpshot. So excited to see him and Dez Wells on the floor together. This is a great time for Xavier, we have never had so many high-level high-talent athletes especially in the backcourt.

BTW at the end of the video you can see Chris Mack in the background sitting down.

[More Cowbell]

Semaj Christon finished with 21 points, 8 assists, 3 steals against Redemption Christian.

http://hooprootz.blogspot.com/2011/11/brewster-academy-98-redemption.html

[SixFig]

Semaj Christon finished with 21 points, 8 assists, 3 steals against Redemption Christian.

http://hooprootz.blogspot.com/2011/11/brewster-academy-98-redemption.html

"Also making a mess of the stat sheet was Jalen Reynolds, who finished with 9 points, 10 boards, 5 blocks, and the play of the night on a penthouse one-hand put-back slam which drew a noise ordinance violation from the crowd. Having a nice night at the point was Semaj Christon, who finished with 21 points, 8 assists, 3 steals, and numerous deflections."

[bobbiemcgee]

http://ballastv.com/video/6-2-semaj-christon-s-mvp-performance-vs-22-notre-dame-prep-best

[xufan02]

The one thing to me that stands out the most with Semaj is his burst. He gets ahead of the defender with ease with his speed. He also has legit size and athleticsm for the point guard spot.

[XUmeat]

In the CBS Sports podcast this week Jeff Borzello (their recruiting expert), says "Semaj Christian might be the best point guard in the country. He's really improved dramatically"

Throws in props for Reynolds & Davis as well.

Heard here:
http://eye-on-college-basketball.blogs.cbssports.com/mcc/blogs/entry/26283066/33437793

[Xavier Nation]

http://513-sports.blogspot.com/

This again is on the blog my friends and I started. We have not exactly given a whole lot of interviews in our lives, but kudos to Semaj for helping us out. I hope you all enjoy!

[UCGRAD4X]

I got a Jason Blasinggame interview.

[Xavier Nation]

Scroll down.

[XUmeat]

New Scout.com rankings released on Semaj was one of the biggest movers becoming a 5 star and going from #57 up to #23

[SixFig]

Good stuff:

"When looking at the top 25, the player who made the biggest rise up the charts was Semaj Christon. Now reaching five-star status, Christon is an athletic 6-foot-2 point guard who has led Wolfeboro (NH) Brewster Academy to an undefeated season so far.

Christon, who is headed to Xavier next year, translated his strong summer on the AAU circuit to the prep school ranks seamlessly with his combination of size, passing ability, athleticism, and elite speed baseline-to-baseline. "

[powerofX]

Good stuff:

"When looking at the top 25, the player who made the biggest rise up the charts was Semaj Christon. Now reaching five-star status, Christon is an athletic 6-foot-2 point guard who has led Wolfeboro (NH) Brewster Academy to an undefeated season so far.

Christon, who is headed to Xavier next year, translated his strong summer on the AAU circuit to the prep school ranks seamlessly with his combination of size, passing ability, athleticism, and elite speed baseline-to-baseline. "

Shows some respect for where X is as a program as well. Can't think of a recruit that went up that much after choosing X. I thin Wells went up a littl eand he had some good pub but tradiitonally they always drop a few rungs after saying they are heade to a "lesser" school like X.

[xu15]

Shows some respect for where X is as a program as well. Can't think of a recruit that went up that much after choosing X. I thin Wells went up a littl eand he had some good pub but tradiitonally they always drop a few rungs after saying they are heade to a "lesser" school like X.

Those days are becoming things of the past.

[X-man]

I also see that Semaj is now rated above DSR in Scout's new rankings. Who knew?

[SixFig]

I also see that Semaj is now rated above DSR in Scout's new rankings. Who knew?

Chris Mack maybe?

[waggy]

Congrats to Semaj.

I never got the hype on DSR. Can't say I knew Semaj was better though. I'd never even heard of him until shortly before he committed.

[smileyy]

Not to be a negative-nancy, but does going to prep school show that a player's overall upside is limited? Is he #23 among college-freshmen-to-be next year? That would make sense that he rose -- he's a year older than a good portion of others on the list.

Edit: of course, there's an advantage to teams like XU going after older players -- they're more developed, more mature.

[Xman95]

I also see that Semaj is now rated above DSR in Scout's new rankings. Who knew?

From 10/13 in the DSR thread:


Honestly, I'm happier to have Semaj in the fold than I was to have DSR. Don't get me wrong, I would have gladly taken DSR at X and think he would have had a very good career. But Semaj seems to have a more athletic game and could have a greater upside. DSR looks like his game is primarily based on strength and that might even out over a college career.

Ok, so I really didn't know anything. I was just basing it off things I read and videos I've seen. But I really was, and still am, happier to have Semaj instead of DSR.

[Juice]

From 10/13 in the DSR thread:



Ok, so I really didn't know anything. I was just basing it off things I read and videos I've seen. But I really was, and still am, happier to have Semaj instead of DSR.

Pfffft, lucky guess

[Juice]

This was on Rivals.com today:


4. Semaj Christon
School: Wolfeboro (N.H.) Brewster Prep
The Buzz: A native of Cincinnati, the Xavier-bound Christon has been outstanding during his post grad year. He has great size, tremendous speed, should be a good defender and puts pressure on the defense with his ability to make plays off of the dribble

http://basketballrecruiting.rivals.com/content.asp?CID=1333392

[boozehound]

Glad to hear the hype continue about Semaj. He is going to have to be good for our team to win next year...

[JimmyTwoTimes37]

Surprised no one has posted this yet.

AND 1!!!!!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nELKrWyIYs

[UCGRAD4X]

Surprised no one has posted this yet.

AND 1!!!!!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nELKrWyIYs

Couldn't really tell from the camera angle but it looked like the defender covered the play fairly well and Semaj just blew through like the wind. Looks like a shorter Dez, not quite the hops, but great speed and probably batter ball skills.

[bobbiemcgee]

http://grosse.is-a-geek.com/lunch/images/boondi2.jpg
Couldn't really tell from the camera angle but it looked like the defender covered the play fairly well and Semaj just blew through like the wind. Looks like a shorter Dez, not quite the hops, but great speed and probably batter ball skills.

Is that anything like "Balls of steel'?

[GoMuskies]

I suspect that Semaj won't suck.

[paulxu]

and probably batter ball skills.

This guy had some fairly good batter ball skills.

http://www.posters.ws/images/836600/pete_rose_batting_photofile.jpg

[smileyy]

Nice video. It's been a while since we've had a guard who could finish like that. I realize that would be a different defender in D-I, but that's nice height and explosiveness to have.

[Xman95]

This guy had some fairly good batter ball skills.

http://www.posters.ws/images/836600/pete_rose_batting_photofile.jpg

Mickey Mantle on Pete Rose: "If I had played my career hitting singles like Pete, I'd wear a dress."

For the life of me I cannot understand how anybody can claim that Pete Rose was the best hitter ever (not that you were saying that paulxu). He made a lot of contact and played until he was 50...that will get you a lot of hits. But these numbers don't scream, "BEST HITTER EVER!":

CAREER: .303 AVG, .375 OBP, .409 SLG, 160 Home Runs

162-GM AVG: .303 AVG, .375 OBP, .409 SLG, 98 runs, 34 2B, 6 3B, 7 HR, 60 RBI

Make no mistake, Rose was a very good hitter. But best ever? Not. Even. Close.


Being that I put a Mantle quote in there, I'll give you his 162-GM AVG for the sake of comparison:

.298 AVG, .421 OBP, .577 SLG, 113 runs, 23 2B, 5 3B, 36 HR, 102 RBI

[Masterofreality]

Not to mention that "The Mick" played most of his games drunk/hungover.

[UnCaged]

Mickey Mantle on Pete Rose: "If I had played my career hitting singles like Pete, I'd wear a dress."

For the life of me I cannot understand how anybody can claim that Pete Rose was the best hitter ever (not that you were saying that paulxu). He made a lot of contact and played until he was 50...that will get you a lot of hits. But these numbers don't scream, "BEST HITTER EVER!":

CAREER: .303 AVG, .375 OBP, .409 SLG, 160 Home Runs

162-GM AVG: .303 AVG, .375 OBP, .409 SLG, 98 runs, 34 2B, 6 3B, 7 HR, 60 RBI

Make no mistake, Rose was a very good hitter. But best ever? Not. Even. Close.


Being that I put a Mantle quote in there, I'll give you his 162-GM AVG for the sake of comparison:

.298 AVG, .421 OBP, .577 SLG, 113 runs, 23 2B, 5 3B, 36 HR, 102 RBI

Couldn't agree more. Most at bats of all time makes it a bit easier to get the most hits. Similar to people calling Nolan Ryan the best pitcher of all-time. The guy has the most K's....and the most walks. Longevity does not equal greatness.
Please don't get me started on Terry Bradshaw and the "greatness" his performances reveal.

[smileyy]

Can we get this thread back to how awesome it will be to have a 6'3" PG?

[Xman95]

Can we get this thread back to how awesome it will be to have a 6'3" PG?

You just did! :D

[MarvAlbert]

"Best" of February 2012 Highlights (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LvTjIEzTWh8)


Semaj takes #1 in what can only be a precursor to the abuse dayton will take from him for the next 8+ games (after friday). Also, looks like Jalen is gonna help bring back the swagger to X.

[GIMMFD]

I love that Jalen has an attitude, looks like he plays with emotion too. Also loved how he threw up the X at the end of the video after Semaj posterized that kid.

[A10fan]

Anyone an insider on ESPN. They posted an article about the championship game and I'm curious what they had to say about Semaj.

Article (http://insider.espn.go.com/college-sports/recruiting/basketball/mens/story?id=7661100&_slug_=national-prep-championship-recap&action=login&appRedirect=http%3a%2f%2finsider.espn.go.com%2fcol lege-sports%2frecruiting%2fbasketball%2fmens%2fstory%3f id%3d7661100%26_slug_%3dnational-prep-championship-recap)

[XUFan09]

Anyone an insider on ESPN. They posted an article about the championship game and I'm curious what they had to say about Semaj.

Article (http://insider.espn.go.com/college-sports/recruiting/basketball/mens/story?id=7661100&_slug_=national-prep-championship-recap&action=login&appRedirect=http%3a%2f%2finsider.espn.go.com%2fcol lege-sports%2frecruiting%2fbasketball%2fmens%2fstory%3f id%3d7661100%26_slug_%3dnational-prep-championship-recap)

Davis is such a great shooter from deep that people miss how important his versatility is to his team. Christon and McGary were huge late in the game, with Christon's dribble driving was aggressive yet efficient.

That's pretty much it.

[JimmyTwoTimes37]

:D

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QT9eKU8Q4XA

[GoMuskies]

Screamed "And 1". That's not classy. Dayton didn't recruit him.

[SixFig]

Probably doesn't shake hands either. Yuck :rolleyes:

[Xpectations]

Dang! Cannot wait to see him playing for us. Some nice Jalen Reynolds finishes in that mix too!

[XU-PA]

I love the look in his eyes,,, you see it as he approaches the basket,, D Brown had that same look,, hard to describe, like he's searching for a way, but there's a glint like he knows he's going over the five guys in front of him.

[Jumpy]

He is amazing at ball faking and finding the small slivers of floor space inside the lane. His skills will transfer well to this level. Can't wait to see next year's class in the 'Tas.

[Cincypunk.org]

Dang! Cannot wait to see him playing for us. Some nice Jalen Reynolds finishes in that mix too!

The Jalen finish at the 1:49 mark is sick!

And I'll go ahead and call it now: Jordan Crawford 2.0 (if he develops a great jump shot.)

[DC Muskie]

Is this where I call a 19 year old a "stud?"

That creeps me out when white old guys do that.

Seriously though I am waiting...their seems to be a dent in the armor and because of all of the negative press and lack of handshakes, recruiting is really going to falloff.

@DaytonPalinFan.

[UCGRAD4X]

Great no look pass to Jalen.

I want to say he needs to develop a left hand shot, but he did use his left hand on all of those two handed dunks.

[More Cowbell]

The Jalen finish at the 1:49 mark is sick!

And I'll go ahead and call it now: Jordan Crawford 2.0 (if he develops a great jump shot.)

He seems to have better shot selection than JC. That's a huge plus.

[ThePowerOfX]

I really try to not get excited over highlight videos for obvious reasons, but some of those passes were just absolutely filthy.

[Pete Delkus]

Dez and Semaj...we've had a number of Batmans and Robins, but these guys could be the best.

[UCGRAD4X]

dez and semaj...we've had a number of batmans and robins, but these guys could be the best.

Xavier basketball!

Reloading again!

[UnCaged]

I try not to get too wrapped up in what are highlight videos against sometimes less than stellar opposition (was that the Andy Griffith All-stars I saw?), but this kid looks to be something special. Tight handle, hesitation out the wazoo, excellent ups and length for a 6'2 guard, and what impressed me the most was how quick and effortless his shot was. Not Antoine Walker "I'm too lazy to extend my arms much or jump on my jump shot" effortless, but quick and easily repeatable, even off the dribble.

I'd love to see a report on his D or at least his abilities and willingness to defend at the next level, but when you see that type of skill....it's hard not to project him right into the starting line-up next year. He'll be 19 going on 20 and as long as he buys in on defense, I don't see what stops him.

It's good to be King, now let's go hand some payback to the neon highlighters. Smell the Glove!

[DoubleD86]

I try not to get too wrapped up in what are highlight videos against sometimes less than stellar opposition (was that the Andy Griffith All-stars I saw?), but this kid looks to be something special. Tight handle, hesitation out the wazoo, excellent ups and length for a 6'2 guard, and what impressed me the most was how quick and effortless his shot was. Not Antoine Walker "I'm too lazy to extend my arms much or jump on my jump shot" effortless, but quick and easily repeatable, even off the dribble.

I'd love to see a report on his D or at least his abilities and willingness to defend at the next level, but when you see that type of skill....it's hard not to project him right into the starting line-up next year. He'll be 19 going on 20 and as long as he buys in on defense, I don't see what stops him.

It's good to be King, now let's go hand some payback to the neon highlighters. Smell the Glove!

I totally get what you are saying, but at least 4 or 5 of those highlights are against Tilton (NH) a nationally ranked team with the uber-prospect Nerlens Noel on it. In fact, one of those highlights is Semaj taking it at Nerlens and then shooting over him.

The rest of the teams, no clue could be Andy Griffith All-Stars.

[BallasTv]

I totally get what you are saying, but at least 4 or 5 of those highlights are against Tilton (NH) a nationally ranked team with the uber-prospect Nerlens Noel on it. In fact, one of those highlights is Semaj taking it at Nerlens and then shooting over him.

The rest of the teams, no clue could be Andy Griffith All-Stars.


I made the highlight tape for Semaj GREAT KID what i can tell you about the league he plays in is that its the best league in the country EASY. The clip where he dunked on the white kid... that kid has a D1 scholarship and atleast 4 other d1 players on his team. Brewster Playes in the NEPSAC AAA and every team they face will bringout a starting line up of all scholarship basketball players there is NO better competition in the country ANYWHERE.

[Drew's Crew]

Damn, UD must be recruiting some serious studs if they "plan on passing us next year" like so many of them believe....

Semaj looks ridiculous. I am curious what his intentions are bc he looks talented enough to maybe be a one and done.

I am stoked to see Reynolds in an X uni too. A lineup including Semaj, Cheekz, Dez, Robinson, and Reynolds could be nice. Don't forget about Dee and Myles Davis, Philmore, and Taylor.

Reload baby!!!

[bobbiemcgee]

I refuse to talk about "next year" until April.

[Drew's Crew]

I refuse to talk about "next year" until April.

You just did. ;)

[GreatWhiteNorth]

Semaj appears to have long arms, similar to those of J. Reynolds. That allows him to dunk the ball with relatively little effort. He appears confident and has good moves. Chances are he will be able to contribute significantly to the team in his first year here. I am excited with the anticipation of seeing the trio of Semaj, Reynolds and Wells playing together.

[Drew's Crew]

Yeah his ball, shoulder and head fakes are sick too. I love his smooth handle and natural hesitation and studder dribble. He and Dee will solidly our PG position for a while and open things up for Cheekz next year to become primarily a scoring threat.

[bleedXblue]

Yeah his ball, shoulder and head fakes are sick too. I love his smooth handle and natural hesitation and studder dribble. He and Dee will solidly our PG position for a while and open things up for Cheekz next year to become primarily a scoring threat.

This guy is going to open up a lot of things next year.

I never like to say this, but he looks ready to play right away offensively.

I'm sure he'll struggle defensively a little bit early on.

Lets not discount how well Dee Davis has played the last 4-5 games.

He's going to get some minutes next year also.

We still need a JUCO or transfer big man in a bad, bad way.

If Mack could make that happen, we could be ok next year hoping Philmore, Reynolds and Farr bring something to the table.

[xavierj]

This guy is going to open up a lot of things next year.

I never like to say this, but he looks ready to play right away offensively.

I'm sure he'll struggle defensively a little bit early on.

Lets not discount how well Dee Davis has played the last 4-5 games.

He's going to get some minutes next year also.

We still need a JUCO or transfer big man in a bad, bad way.

If Mack could make that happen, we could be ok next year hoping Philmore, Reynolds and Farr bring something to the table.

If Lyons comes back I can see some 4 guard lineups with semaj, mark, dee and dez to go with whoever down low. Need someone to play the 5. So maybe Jeff robinson can do a cycle.

[Xman95]

Dez and Semaj...we've had a number of Batmans and Robins, but these guys could be the best.

I think we're about to have Batman and Batman!

[Nocalmuskie]

anyone got a link to stream?

[A10fan]

No link but there was a tweet that he has 8pts, 6assts., and 3 steals in the first half.

[More Cowbell]

http://blogs.courier-journal.com/jodydemling/2012/04/06/derby-classic-recap/

Finished with 10 points and 11 assists.

[bobbiemcgee]

http://media.morristechnology.com/mediafilesvr/upload/statesboro_herald/article/2010/12/16/W_Blue_Hen_Mascot.jpg

Chicken Knowles should commit to Delaware.

[Masterofreality]

Check this out from You Tube.

Semaj highlights from last night. Don't know if Rick posted this, but thanks for the freebie RB!

Understand that this was an exhibition where defense is a rumor, but pretty good stuff. Like the kid with the "Xavier Nation" T shirt at the end trading some love with Semaj.

Derby Fest - Semaj (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WjaJ4gdGpHQ)

[golfitup]

Check this out from You Tube.

Semaj highlights from last night. Don't know if Rick posted this, but thanks for the freebie RB!

Understand that this was an exhibition where defense is a rumor, but pretty good stuff. Like the kid with the "Xavier Nation" T shirt at the end trading some love with Semaj.

Derby Fest - Semaj (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WjaJ4gdGpHQ)

I really dropped the ball not going to this last night. Why didn't you tell me MOR!?

[Masterofreality]

I really dropped the ball not going to this last night. Why didn't you tell me MOR!?

You were busy moving equipment for Houndmouth last night, roadie boy. #Ijustknowit

[bobbiemcgee]

We gonna LOVE this KID! Can't friggin' wait. :D:D:D

[GIMMFD]

The best part is how humble he is, giving away his shoes? That's a class act. There's a handful of guys that would do that, (Tu, Dez), and I'm glad Christon is a class act, and I'm also glad he shares the common excitement of playing with Chris Thomas as we do watching them in two years!!

[RealDeal]

Yeah, Semaj really fires it up with his comments at the end. Love that guy.

[SixFig]

The best part is how humble he is, giving away his shoes? That's a class act. There's a handful of guys that would do that, (Tu, Dez), and I'm glad Christon is a class act, and I'm also glad he shares the common excitement of playing with Chris Thomas as we do watching them in two years!!

I thought only Dayton gets those classy players? We don't recruit any right? Semaj must have some unclassy flaw, like not shaking hands

[GIMMFD]

I thought only Dayton gets those classy players? We don't recruit any right? Semaj must have some unclassy flaw, like not shaking hands

lol +reps.

[smileyy]

Semaj shakes hands, but he doesn't wash his first if you know what I mean

[atljar]

Semaj shakes hands, but he doesn't wash his first if you know what I mean

At least he doesnt spit on the floor and mark off "his territory" / :logo:

[danaandvictory]

Semaj shakes hands, but he doesn't wash his first if you know what I mean

Does he make mean faces on the court? This is important.

[XUmeat]

B Snow's latest article has some good stuff on Semaj picking Xavier:

http://scouthoops.scout.com/2/1176637.html

"Eventually in the month of July, Christon and his mother told the third party to take a hike and cut him out of the mix. Eventually Christon would decide to stay home and commit to Xavier, a decision his former advisor was upset with, but one his mother wanted."

Any idea who this third party advisor was that he speaks of? AAU coach?

[powerofX]

B Snow's latest article has some good stuff on Semaj picking Xavier:

http://scouthoops.scout.com/2/1176637.html

"Eventually in the month of July, Christon and his mother told the third party to take a hike and cut him out of the mix. Eventually Christon would decide to stay home and commit to Xavier, a decision his former advisor was upset with, but one his mother wanted."

Any idea who this third party advisor was that he speaks of? AAU coach?

It actually says it isn't the AAU coach, but rather a "well known" person in Cincy. Interesting.

[GoMuskies]

B Snow's latest article has some good stuff on Semaj picking Xavier:

http://scouthoops.scout.com/2/1176637.html

"Eventually in the month of July, Christon and his mother told the third party to take a hike and cut him out of the mix. Eventually Christon would decide to stay home and commit to Xavier, a decision his former advisor was upset with, but one his mother wanted."

Any idea who this third party advisor was that he speaks of? AAU coach?

Someone please get Snow a ghost-writer...or at least an editor. His stuff is basically unreadable.

[XUFan09]

Someone please get Snow a ghost-writer...or at least an editor. His stuff is basically unreadable.

So I'm guessing you haven't graded undergraduate papers? Lol I'd rather read Snow's writing all day than a number of term papers. :D

[GoMuskies]

So I'm guessing you haven't graded undergraduate papers?

I haven't, and I'm sure most are atrociously bad. That fact does not stop my eyes from bleeding when reading Snow's work.

From this particular article:

"at the end of the day" = 7 matches

"however" = 9 matches (first word of the sentence = 5 matches)

"Now" = 14 matches (first word of the sentence = 8 matches)

"Still" to start a sentence = 5 matches (followed by "at the end of the day" = 3 matches)

Starting a sentence with "The" = 3 matches

[XUFan09]

I haven't, and I'm sure most are atrociously bad. That fact does not stop my eyes from bleeding when reading Snow's work.

From this particular article:

"at the end of the day" = 7 matches

"however" = 9 matches (first word of the sentence = 5 matches)

"Now" = 14 matches (first word of the sentence = 8 matches)

"Still" to start a sentence = 5 matches (followed by "at the end of the day" = 3 matches)

Starting a sentence with "The" = 3 matches

Yep, he hasn't really learned about word repetition. The one originally quoted was the worst. I did a double-take reading it, confused because I thought I may have just imagined reading "eventually" to begin consecutive sentences. I didn't imagine it; he really left it like that.

[Juice]

Why don't editors make suggestions or corrections on that stuff? It seems like simple stuff a different set of eyes could easily spot.

[Jumpy]

Hell, the writer themselves should be able to spot it a mile away, if they would simply re-read what they've typed once they finished.

[RealDeal]

Snow gets good info but his writing and analysis are pretty bad in my opinion.

[JTG]

Yep, he hasn't really learned about word repetition. The one originally quoted was the worst. I did a double-take reading it, confused because I thought I may have just imagined reading "eventually" to begin consecutive sentences. I didn't imagine it; he really left it like that.

Are all you guys English teachers ? Bitch, Bitch, Bitch....I'm more interested in the information than how it's written. It's just like when all the attys on this board start complaining and debating semantics. This stuff is for fun and information, It's not a fucking term paper or thesis.

[bobbiemcgee]

Bitch, Bitch, Bitch.....

You've apparently avoided this board in the Off Season.....it's what we do.:D

[GoMuskies]

Are all you guys English teachers ? Bitch, Bitch, Bitch....I'm more interested in the information than how it's written. It's just like when all the attys on this board start complaining and debating semantics. This stuff is for fun and information, It's not a fucking term paper or thesis.

I only care because his information should be interesting....if it wasn't so damned painful to read his stuff.

[XUFan09]

Are all you guys English teachers ? Bitch, Bitch, Bitch....I'm more interested in the information than how it's written. It's just like when all the attys on this board start complaining and debating semantics. This stuff is for fun and information, It's not a fucking term paper or thesis.

Snow is a journalist, even if his articles are split between insider and public information. So, he should be critiqued when he writes poorly, sometimes at the expense of the coherent flow of the article.

Good job bitching about bitching though!

[Jumpy]

Are all you guys English teachers ? Bitch, Bitch, Bitch....I'm more interested in the information than how it's written. It's just like when all the attys on this board start complaining and debating semantics. This stuff is for fun and information, It's not a fucking term paper or thesis.

Is it too much to ask of a guy that gets paid to write as his profession to have a basic grasp of writing?

[muskienick]

Are all you guys English teachers ? Bitch, Bitch, Bitch....I'm more interested in the information than how it's written. It's just like when all the attys on this board start complaining and debating semantics. This stuff is for fun and information, It's not a fucking term paper or thesis.

That's almost like saying that a mason doesn't have to lay down sidewalks smoothly and according to local codes --- just as long as there's a bunch of concrete thrown down in the correct place.

These guys are doing their writing for a living. One might logically expect that they would at least want to do a good enough job at plying their trade that we amateurs have little or nothing left to criticize of the technical aspects of their work.

[RealDeal]

Are all you guys English teachers ? This stuff is for fun and information, .

Yeah, when his "analysis" is that D Brown can't play the 4 at the college level (that he was a 3), it's neither fun nor informative. It's just shitty analysis.

[smileyy]

Well......he did play more like a 6'9" 3. It wouldn't surprise me if a lot of the time Brown covered the opposing 3, and Anderson defended the opposing 4.

We all need to embrace the Positional Revolution pioneered by Bethlehem Shoals.

[RealDeal]

Well......he did play more like a 6'9" 3. It wouldn't surprise me if a lot of the time Brown covered the opposing 3, and Anderson defended the opposing 4.

We all need to embrace the Positional Revolution pioneered by Bethlehem Shoals.

He was a combo forward for sure, but he could play the 4.

[PMI]

Bad writing is a pet peeve of mine. Not on a message board, or social media, or any other medium where it's become acceptable, but for "journalists." Snow definitely has good information and clearly has great sources, but he is way too shamelessly awful at writing. It's embarrassing. His job involves writing, and not in a small way. It's one thing for me to finish this post without proofreading, which I will, but it's a completely different thing to submit an article without doing so. If he is actually reading what he writes before submitting it, then he's just not very educated. If expecting a little more professionalism out of someone who many of us pay is wrong, then so be it.

[DC Muskie]

Whenever I write something that is awful, it is most likely because I didn't slow down and reread the things I wrote.

Brian always has great information, but if you can't effectively communicate that information, what good is it?

[Benxman]

Hell, the writer (singular) themselves (plural) should be able to spot it a mile away, if they (plural) would simply re-read what they've (plural) typed once they(plural) finished.

Notice that I graded your work above. Are you sure you should be criticizing someone else's writing? :cool:

Having said this, I agree with all of you that B. Snow's writing needs some improvement, but people who live in glass houses probably should not throw rocks.

If their are any true english teachers on here, has it now become correct usage to use plural pronouns in a singular situation when the gender is not known? It has become common usage due to our feminine politically correct society, but has it become correct? This is one that makes my eyes and ears bleed! :(

GO MUSKIES!

:sword:

[A10fan]

If their are any true english teachers on here, [/B] :(

:sword:

Had to laugh at that one. Glass houses indeed.

[PMI]

Notice that I graded your work above. Are you sure you should be criticizing someone else's writing? :cool:

Having said this, I agree with all of you that B. Snow's writing needs some improvement, but people who live in glass houses probably should not throw rocks.

If their are any true english teachers on here, has it now become correct usage to use plural pronouns in a singular situation when the gender is not known? It has become common usage due to our feminine politically correct society, but has it become correct? This is one that makes my eyes and ears bleed! :(

GO MUSKIES!

:sword:

I'd say there's a difference between a bunch of schmoes posting on a message board and a man who is being paid as a journalists. I don't see any glass house issue. If I were being paid to write, I'd take it a little more seriously than he does. It's lazy quite frankly.

[paulxu]

Charting Semaj;

http://collegebasketballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/04/27/semaj-christon-and-grant-jerrett-headline-this-years-biggest-risers/

[GoMuskies]

Charting Semaj;

http://collegebasketballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/04/27/semaj-christon-and-grant-jerrett-headline-this-years-biggest-risers/

Hopefully ESPN is as clueless as they appear with respect to Mr. Christon.

[smileyy]

ESPN is...clueless

Yep, got that right.

[paulxu]

What's the magic with #113? All the raters have multiple guys at that number.

[bobbiemcgee]

We don't care about no friggin' rankings. We like to "sneak up".:D

[smileyy]

What's the magic with #113? All the raters have multiple guys at that number.

Maybe that means 113+ and ESPN only ranked to 112?

[XUFan09]

Hopefully ESPN is as clueless as they appear with respect to Mr. Christon.

ESPN doesn't re-rank prep school kids, even if they reclassify early in the game. I guess that's its own kind of clueless though.

[SixFig]

Youtube vid of Myles Davis, Chris Thomas and Semaj Christon


link (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FEjbqko_3Wc&feature=youtube_gdata_player)

[bobbiemcgee]

Selfmade‏@semaj2332

closing another chapter of my life on the road to #success xaviernation here I come #turnUP

[More Cowbell]

http://sports.yahoo.com/news/ncaab--top-newcomers-outside-the--big-6--conferences-for-next-season.html;_ylt=AgYtJQ3x.KNB8YpoiYGC2q7evbYF


Xavier PG Semaj Christon
Particulars: 6-3/170, Fr.; 4-star prospect from Wolfeboro (N.H.) Brewster Academy
Buzz: Christon is a Cincinnati native who will be returning to his hometown to play college ball. Xavier needs a new point guard, and Christon should be that guy. He is a good ballhandler with excellent quickness and has the potential to be a top-flight defender. His height is a positive, and once he adds a few pounds and some strength, he'll be even more of a handful for opposing point men. Xavier lost its top three scorers, and Christon needs to provide a steady hand immediately if Xavier is to make it back to the NCAAs for the eighth season in a row and the 12th time in 13 seasons.

[SixFig]

http://sports.yahoo.com/news/ncaab--top-newcomers-outside-the--big-6--conferences-for-next-season.html;_ylt=AgYtJQ3x.KNB8YpoiYGC2q7evbYF

Somebody should tell the author that VCU will be in the A-10 next year.

[EDATDUDE]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AIgP_ByJQZU&feature=plcp

[EDATDUDE]

Also ft. Mark Lyons

[More Cowbell]

Kyrie Irving may have a future in basketball.

[Xman95]

Kyrie Irving may have a future in basketball.

And he'll be playing until he's an old man..

Irving as old man destroying the youngbloods! (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ySMVPBtQu7Y)

[xufan02]

And he'll be playing until he's an old man..

Irving as old man destroying the youngbloods! (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ySMVPBtQu7Y)

Great video

[Benxman]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AIgP_ByJQZU&feature=plcp

Notice Semaj and Jason flashing the X sign at the beginning. Too bad Jason didn't get some face time in the game. How good is this kid anyway? I keep reading how good he is, but the few games I've seen on youtube he hasn't looked that good. I sure hope he isn't too much of a project. We need some big man help THIS year.

GO MUSKIES!

:logo:

[bobbiemcgee]

Semaj @ .30, Jalen around 3:00

Welcome to Campus, Guys:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ybJwr9zApWU&feature=related&noredirect=1

[Xman95]

Semaj @ .30, Jalen around 3:00

Welcome to Campus, Guys:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ybJwr9zApWU&feature=related&noredirect=1

If only Jakarr Sampson would have ended up at X too!