Couple of reasons. Obviously we are at competitive disadvantage in recruiting
top-tier, ready-to-play frosh. Also because of CBB's strong emphasis on selectivity
and thorough evaluation. So we bring in a preponderance of OJT prospects.
We're lucky to find more than three or four starters each year from any new class.
When we lose too many key players in a season, we are devastated.
So, to build strong Hog teams, we develop, hope, and wait for solid help.
IMO that is what is happening this season -- and in seasons past. We may be
short of talent in spots, but the real built-in drawback for us is developmental lag.
(What drives us nuts is "when will his lights come on?", "when will he step forward?")
We have to live with this. We are forced not just to select the tools we need but
to work harder than many teams to refine them. . . and hope the wait is not too long.
top-tier, ready-to-play frosh. Also because of CBB's strong emphasis on selectivity
and thorough evaluation. So we bring in a preponderance of OJT prospects.
We're lucky to find more than three or four starters each year from any new class.
When we lose too many key players in a season, we are devastated.
So, to build strong Hog teams, we develop, hope, and wait for solid help.
IMO that is what is happening this season -- and in seasons past. We may be
short of talent in spots, but the real built-in drawback for us is developmental lag.
(What drives us nuts is "when will his lights come on?", "when will he step forward?")
We have to live with this. We are forced not just to select the tools we need but
to work harder than many teams to refine them. . . and hope the wait is not too long.
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