The 25th ranked Rollins Tars improved to 5-0 on the season and 1-0 in the Sunshine State Conference with a 60-36 thrashing of the Spartans in the conference opener for both teams at the Bob Martinez Sports Center.
The Tars were paced by 12 points from Ian Scott. Scott also had three of the Tars 16 steals on the evening. Dave Diakite also tallied double figures scoring 11 points for the Tars. Jeremy Sharpe chipped in nine, while Brett Chance came off the bench to score eight. Diakite, Sharpe, and Chance also had three steals each in this one. The Tars zone defense held Tampa to 28 percent shooting, including 1 of 14 from the three point line ,while Rollins shot 42 percent for the game. The 36 points were Tampa's lowest output since a game against Northwestern in 1983.
Terrell Pritchett and Ashton Graham had eight points each to lead the Spartans (2-4 0-1 SSC). Tampa struggled at the foul line going 7-12 (58 percent). The Spartans won the battle on the boards 38-32. UT turned the ball over 24 times to 16 for the Tars. Rollins had eight blocked shots to 4 for Tampa. Chris Malcolm had four blocked shot for the Tars.
The game started at a very slow pace with neither team able to buy a basket. A Jeremy Sharpe three with 11 minutes to go in the opening half would give Rollins a 10-8 lead. The Tars would stretch that lead to 13-10 on a Brett Chance lay up and then would go "ice cold"from the field for the next six minutes. Brett Chance would give the Tars offense the jump start it needed when he would bank in a half court shot off of a Jeff Dirkin steal to give the Tars a 24-18 halftime lead.
Rollins would go scoreless the first 3:20 of the second half, but then would take command the rest of the way. A once close game turned into a laugher after a 19-4 Tars run stretched an eight point lead to 23 (45-22). Tampa would get no closer than 19 points the rest of the way.
The Tars will be back in action with a key Sunshine State Conference battle when they square off with the 22nd ranked Florida Southern Mocs at the Alfond Sports Center. As always you can catch all the action on 91.5 FM WPRK and round the world at rollinssports.com. Tip time is set for 4 PM.
Wednesday, November 30, 2011
Tars Open SSC Play at Tampa Wednesday.
The Rollins College Tars (4-0) will start their quest for a three-peat in the Sunshine State Conference when they travel to the Bob Martinez Sports Center in Tampa on Wednesday. Rollins has won each of the last two Sunshine State regular season titles and broke into the national Division II rankings this week at number 25. The Tars are led by Jeremy Sharpe (15.5 points a game), Myk Brown (14.5 per contest), while Dave Diakite chips in 11.5 a night. Chris Malcolm has also been solid, averaging nine points and eight rebounds a contest. The Tars lead the conference in steals at 11.8 a night, and are second in blocks (five a game). On the defensive end the Tars opponents are shooting just 38 percent on the season thus far.
Tampa (2-3) is coming off a split in the Eckerd College Classic. After a 70-50 loss to Shaw, the Spartans gained the split with a 53-44 win over Puerto Rico-Bayamon. Tampa comes into Wednesday's contest at the bottom of the SSC in scoring at just 50.2 points a game. They only have one player averaging double figures (Ashton Graham 11.8 ppg). Osby Kelly and Jon Riles add 8.4 and 7.8 points a night respectively. Defensively the Spartans only allow 56.2 points a game. One of the big problems for UT thus far has been foul shooting (57.3 percent).
The line: Rollins by 12
Tampa (2-3) is coming off a split in the Eckerd College Classic. After a 70-50 loss to Shaw, the Spartans gained the split with a 53-44 win over Puerto Rico-Bayamon. Tampa comes into Wednesday's contest at the bottom of the SSC in scoring at just 50.2 points a game. They only have one player averaging double figures (Ashton Graham 11.8 ppg). Osby Kelly and Jon Riles add 8.4 and 7.8 points a night respectively. Defensively the Spartans only allow 56.2 points a game. One of the big problems for UT thus far has been foul shooting (57.3 percent).
The line: Rollins by 12
Wednesday, November 23, 2011
Tars Turn Back Hot Shooting Piedras.
The Rollins College Tars (4-0) knocked off the Gallitos of Puerto Rico Rio-Piedras (0-2) 81-70 on Wednesday afternoon at Warden Arena. With the win Rollins completed a 3-0 home stand.
The Tars were led by Myk Brown who netted 21 points to lead the way. Jeremy Sharpe added 17 on the strength of 5 for 9 from the three point line. Dave Diakite added 12 points and six rebounds, while Brett Chance chipped in 11 off the Tars bench.
Hector Maldanado led all scorers with 33 points, including 9 of 20 from three point land. 20 of Maldanado's 33 were in the opening half. Ramon Matos also tallied 14 for the UPRP. Joseph Vegerano added 14 assists.
Both teams shot the ball extremely well especially in the opening half. It was Piedras who opened up an eight point lead seven minutes in. After even basketball for the next couple minutes the Tars would go on a run of their own and take a 21-20 lead after back to back Jeff Dirkin buckets. The Gallitos would make it 39-31 behind the hot shooting of Maldanado. Then it would be Myk Brown's turn, the Tars would take a 44-41 halftime lead after Brown would score the last ten points of the half.
The second half would begin with Piedras scoring the first five points to regain the lead. The Tars would answer with a 10-0 run sparked by a Sharpe three. The lead would grow to as many as 14 as the Tars would cruise to the 11 point win.
Rollins shot 58 percent in the game and 55 percent (11-20) from long range. The Tars won the battle of the boards 30-23. Piedras shot 49 percent from the field The Gallitos ended the game 14-34 (31 percent) from long range. They were just 5 of 20 in the second half. Piedras had 20 turnovers, while the Tars had 19. The Tars shot 71 percent at the foul line as opposed to 57 percent for Rio-Piedras.
The Tars will take a break for the Thanksgiving holiday and jump right into conference play when they head to the Bob Martinez Sports Center to face Tampa November 30th.
The Tars were led by Myk Brown who netted 21 points to lead the way. Jeremy Sharpe added 17 on the strength of 5 for 9 from the three point line. Dave Diakite added 12 points and six rebounds, while Brett Chance chipped in 11 off the Tars bench.
Hector Maldanado led all scorers with 33 points, including 9 of 20 from three point land. 20 of Maldanado's 33 were in the opening half. Ramon Matos also tallied 14 for the UPRP. Joseph Vegerano added 14 assists.
Both teams shot the ball extremely well especially in the opening half. It was Piedras who opened up an eight point lead seven minutes in. After even basketball for the next couple minutes the Tars would go on a run of their own and take a 21-20 lead after back to back Jeff Dirkin buckets. The Gallitos would make it 39-31 behind the hot shooting of Maldanado. Then it would be Myk Brown's turn, the Tars would take a 44-41 halftime lead after Brown would score the last ten points of the half.
The second half would begin with Piedras scoring the first five points to regain the lead. The Tars would answer with a 10-0 run sparked by a Sharpe three. The lead would grow to as many as 14 as the Tars would cruise to the 11 point win.
Rollins shot 58 percent in the game and 55 percent (11-20) from long range. The Tars won the battle of the boards 30-23. Piedras shot 49 percent from the field The Gallitos ended the game 14-34 (31 percent) from long range. They were just 5 of 20 in the second half. Piedras had 20 turnovers, while the Tars had 19. The Tars shot 71 percent at the foul line as opposed to 57 percent for Rio-Piedras.
The Tars will take a break for the Thanksgiving holiday and jump right into conference play when they head to the Bob Martinez Sports Center to face Tampa November 30th.
Rollins Wraps Up Home Stand Wednesday.
The Rollins College Tars (3-0) coming off a hard fought 75-67 overtime win over Webber International Monday, will wrap up a three game home stand Wednesday when they welcome Puerto Rico Rio Piedras (0-1) to Warden Arena for a noon tip.
The Tars come into the contest perfect on the young season. Jeremy Sharpe leads the way averaging 15 points a game. The Senior from Saint Louis scored seven of his 22 points points in the extra session on Monday. Sharpe also is averaging 5.7 rebounds a game. Three other Tars come into today's contest averaging double figures. Myk Brown is tallying 12.3 points a contest while Dave Diakite puts up 11.3 a game. Chris Malcolm rounds out the double digit scorers, he is averaging a near double-double with 10.7 points and 9.3 rebounds a contest.
The Gallitos (0-1) lost their season opener 97-79 at the hands of Florida Southern Saturday. Hector Maldanado led the way with 26 points for Piedras. Josseph Vegerano and Angel Acevedo each put up 17 points for UPRP in the opener. The Gallitos shot 44 percent for the game but went 7 of 26 from the three point line.
The line: Rollins by 19
The Tars come into the contest perfect on the young season. Jeremy Sharpe leads the way averaging 15 points a game. The Senior from Saint Louis scored seven of his 22 points points in the extra session on Monday. Sharpe also is averaging 5.7 rebounds a game. Three other Tars come into today's contest averaging double figures. Myk Brown is tallying 12.3 points a contest while Dave Diakite puts up 11.3 a game. Chris Malcolm rounds out the double digit scorers, he is averaging a near double-double with 10.7 points and 9.3 rebounds a contest.
The Gallitos (0-1) lost their season opener 97-79 at the hands of Florida Southern Saturday. Hector Maldanado led the way with 26 points for Piedras. Josseph Vegerano and Angel Acevedo each put up 17 points for UPRP in the opener. The Gallitos shot 44 percent for the game but went 7 of 26 from the three point line.
The line: Rollins by 19
Monday, November 21, 2011
Taken To The Brink!
The Rollins Tars (3-0) knew the Webber International Warriors were going to be a pesky bunch coming into Monday night's contest at Warden Arena and they would need an extra session to take care of the visiting Warriors 75-67.
Four Tars scored in double figures on the night. Jeremy Sharpe scored seven of his 22 points in the overtime. Brett Chance had a career high 14 points, while Dave Diakite and Ian Scott had 11 points each. Chris Malcolm also made an impact. Malcolm had 9 points, 11 assists and 3 blocks, including a pair of blocks in the extra session on the same possession with the game still in doubt.
The Warriors (2-7) who have played four division one opponents thus far this season were led by 21 points from Johnson Mesidor. David Swan netted 18 for Webber.
The Tars led by 12 at the break (38-26) after shooting 50 percent in the opening half. The lead would stay at 12 for the next four minutes. Rollins would then go thru a offensive lol and Mesidor and Swan would get hot from three point land and the Warriors would be up 50-48 with eight minutes to go. The Tars looked to regain command leading 59-54 after a good defensive stretch with 2:19 to go. The Tars would not score the rest of the way and the Warriors would score the last five points to force overtime. The Tars would have a chance on the last possession but Myk Brown missed a reverse layup and Chris Malcolm's put back did not go.
In the OT Sharpe would hit a three, then Swann would hit a 3-pointer of his own to tie the game. Sharpe would hit a fade away jumper to give the Tars a 64-62 lead they would not give up. Chris Malcolm would have a pair of blocks, Dave Diakite a thunderous dunk, and Ian Scott would seal it at the foul line.
Rollins shot 41 percent for the night while the Warriors shot 40 percent. The Tars were 9-23 from three point land while the Warriors were 8-27. Rollins went 20-28 (71 percent) while Webber International was 5 of 8 (63 percent) at the foul line. The Warriors won the battle on the boards 42-37. Rollins had 13 miscues as opposed to 16 for the Warriors.
Rollins will wrap up this brief three game home stand Wednesday when they face Puerto Rico-Piedras at noon at Warden Arena. As always you can catch all the action on 91.5 FM WPRK Winter Park and round the wold at Rollinssports.tv.
Four Tars scored in double figures on the night. Jeremy Sharpe scored seven of his 22 points in the overtime. Brett Chance had a career high 14 points, while Dave Diakite and Ian Scott had 11 points each. Chris Malcolm also made an impact. Malcolm had 9 points, 11 assists and 3 blocks, including a pair of blocks in the extra session on the same possession with the game still in doubt.
The Warriors (2-7) who have played four division one opponents thus far this season were led by 21 points from Johnson Mesidor. David Swan netted 18 for Webber.
The Tars led by 12 at the break (38-26) after shooting 50 percent in the opening half. The lead would stay at 12 for the next four minutes. Rollins would then go thru a offensive lol and Mesidor and Swan would get hot from three point land and the Warriors would be up 50-48 with eight minutes to go. The Tars looked to regain command leading 59-54 after a good defensive stretch with 2:19 to go. The Tars would not score the rest of the way and the Warriors would score the last five points to force overtime. The Tars would have a chance on the last possession but Myk Brown missed a reverse layup and Chris Malcolm's put back did not go.
In the OT Sharpe would hit a three, then Swann would hit a 3-pointer of his own to tie the game. Sharpe would hit a fade away jumper to give the Tars a 64-62 lead they would not give up. Chris Malcolm would have a pair of blocks, Dave Diakite a thunderous dunk, and Ian Scott would seal it at the foul line.
Rollins shot 41 percent for the night while the Warriors shot 40 percent. The Tars were 9-23 from three point land while the Warriors were 8-27. Rollins went 20-28 (71 percent) while Webber International was 5 of 8 (63 percent) at the foul line. The Warriors won the battle on the boards 42-37. Rollins had 13 miscues as opposed to 16 for the Warriors.
Rollins will wrap up this brief three game home stand Wednesday when they face Puerto Rico-Piedras at noon at Warden Arena. As always you can catch all the action on 91.5 FM WPRK Winter Park and round the wold at Rollinssports.tv.
Tars Continue Brief Home Stand Monday.
The Rollins College Tars (2-0) will continue a brief three game home stand Monday night when they welcome Webber International (2-6) to the Alfond Sports Center.
The Tars are coming off a 15 point win over Warner University on Friday night. The Tars have been paced in this young season by Myk Brown (14.5 ppg). David Diakite and Jeremy Sharpe each come into Monday's contest averaging 11.5 points a night. This is the second of three games in the current three game home stand for the Tars. Ian Scott continues to impress on the defensive end as he added another 4 steals in the 66-51 win. Chris Malcolm had his first career double-double in the home opener (14 points and 12 rebounds).
The Warriors (2-6) have dropped six straight after winning the first two games of the year. They are led by David Swan (15.8 ppg). Gabriel Rutledge leads the Warriors at 13.2 rebounds a contest, while Troy Simmons is dishing out 3.5 assists a game. The most recent loss for the Warriors was 84-61 at the hands of Georgia Southern.
Line: Rollins by 20
The Tars are coming off a 15 point win over Warner University on Friday night. The Tars have been paced in this young season by Myk Brown (14.5 ppg). David Diakite and Jeremy Sharpe each come into Monday's contest averaging 11.5 points a night. This is the second of three games in the current three game home stand for the Tars. Ian Scott continues to impress on the defensive end as he added another 4 steals in the 66-51 win. Chris Malcolm had his first career double-double in the home opener (14 points and 12 rebounds).
The Warriors (2-6) have dropped six straight after winning the first two games of the year. They are led by David Swan (15.8 ppg). Gabriel Rutledge leads the Warriors at 13.2 rebounds a contest, while Troy Simmons is dishing out 3.5 assists a game. The most recent loss for the Warriors was 84-61 at the hands of Georgia Southern.
Line: Rollins by 20
Friday, November 18, 2011
Malcolm's Career Night Powers Tars Past Warner.
Chris Malcolm had his first career double-double scoring 14 points and grabbing 12 rebounds, both career highs as the Rollins Tars (2-0) defeated the Warner Royals (4-2) 66-51 in the Tars home opener. Malcolm stuffed the stat sheet adding 5 blocks and 4 dunks to his career night (Malcolm did have a 9 block game to set the school record last season). Three others Tars scored double figures on Friday night. Jeremy Sharpe had 13 points and 5 rebounds, while Dave Diakite and Myk Brown each scored double figures for the second straight game (10 a piece).
The Royals were paced by a pair of players in double figures. Ian Wilhelm paced the Royals with 16 points on the strength of 4 3-pointers. Malcolm Campbell chipped in 13 for Warner.
The first nine minutes were a back and forth affair for these two teams. After the Tars trailed 12-10 they would go on a 14-5 run to make it 24-15 Rollins with 6:20 in the opening half after a three by Jeremy Sharpe. The Royals would close the half on a mini spurt and it would be 30-25 at the half.
Rollins would come out "red hot "in the second half while the Royals went "ice cold". Eight minutes into the second half the Tars opened up a 20 point lead (50-30). The Tars lead would balloon to 26 after a traditional three point play by Brett Chance all but sealed it. The Royals would not get any closer than the final 15 point margin.
The Tars shot 44 percent in the game. Rollins shot 31 percent (7-22) from the three point line. The Tars were 5-8 at the foul line. They had 15 assists to go along with 15 turnovers. Rollins won the battle of the boards 37-34. The Tars also had 7 blocks and 11 steals (4 by Scott and 3 by Diakite).
The Royals shot 38 percent for the game and just 6-23 (26 percent) from the three point line. The Royals just connected on just 7 of 12 (58 percent) at the foul line. Warner had just 8 assists on 25 made baskets and 22 turnovers.
The Tars will be back in action Monday night when they battle Webber International. Tip time at Warden Arena is set for 7:30 PM.
The Royals were paced by a pair of players in double figures. Ian Wilhelm paced the Royals with 16 points on the strength of 4 3-pointers. Malcolm Campbell chipped in 13 for Warner.
The first nine minutes were a back and forth affair for these two teams. After the Tars trailed 12-10 they would go on a 14-5 run to make it 24-15 Rollins with 6:20 in the opening half after a three by Jeremy Sharpe. The Royals would close the half on a mini spurt and it would be 30-25 at the half.
Rollins would come out "red hot "in the second half while the Royals went "ice cold". Eight minutes into the second half the Tars opened up a 20 point lead (50-30). The Tars lead would balloon to 26 after a traditional three point play by Brett Chance all but sealed it. The Royals would not get any closer than the final 15 point margin.
The Tars shot 44 percent in the game. Rollins shot 31 percent (7-22) from the three point line. The Tars were 5-8 at the foul line. They had 15 assists to go along with 15 turnovers. Rollins won the battle of the boards 37-34. The Tars also had 7 blocks and 11 steals (4 by Scott and 3 by Diakite).
The Royals shot 38 percent for the game and just 6-23 (26 percent) from the three point line. The Royals just connected on just 7 of 12 (58 percent) at the foul line. Warner had just 8 assists on 25 made baskets and 22 turnovers.
The Tars will be back in action Monday night when they battle Webber International. Tip time at Warden Arena is set for 7:30 PM.
Tars Welcome Warner to Warden Friday.
The Rollins Tars (1-0) start the home portion of there 2011-12 season when they welcome the Warner University Royals (4-1) to Warden Arena in Winter Park.
The two time defending conference champs are coming off a solid defensive effort in a 63-47 road win over Palm Beach Atlantic in West Palm Beach. The Tars were led by a trio of players in double figures. Myk Brown who is the team's leading returning scorer from a year ago scored 19 points, newcomer David Diakite scored 13 and grabbed 7 rebounds, while Jeremy Sharpe posted a 10 point evening. Since Tom Klusman took over the program 32 seasons ago the trademark of the Tars has become a stiffing zone defense. The zone was on full display in the opener when Rollins held the Sailfish to just 18 percent second half shooting.
Warner comes into the contest with a high flying offense that is averaging almost 97 points a contest. The Royals have eclipsed the century mark twice this season. Each time was against Trinity College. The Royals lone loss was at the hands of Edward Watters by a 78-71 score. Malcolm Campbell leads the Royals thru the first five contests averaging 18 points. Bryce Kachinski is averaging 15 a night, while David Westberry scores 13 a game to go along with six assists a contest.
The line: Rollins by 13
The two time defending conference champs are coming off a solid defensive effort in a 63-47 road win over Palm Beach Atlantic in West Palm Beach. The Tars were led by a trio of players in double figures. Myk Brown who is the team's leading returning scorer from a year ago scored 19 points, newcomer David Diakite scored 13 and grabbed 7 rebounds, while Jeremy Sharpe posted a 10 point evening. Since Tom Klusman took over the program 32 seasons ago the trademark of the Tars has become a stiffing zone defense. The zone was on full display in the opener when Rollins held the Sailfish to just 18 percent second half shooting.
Warner comes into the contest with a high flying offense that is averaging almost 97 points a contest. The Royals have eclipsed the century mark twice this season. Each time was against Trinity College. The Royals lone loss was at the hands of Edward Watters by a 78-71 score. Malcolm Campbell leads the Royals thru the first five contests averaging 18 points. Bryce Kachinski is averaging 15 a night, while David Westberry scores 13 a game to go along with six assists a contest.
The line: Rollins by 13
Saturday, November 12, 2011
New Look Tars Stymie Sailfish in Opener.
The Rollins College Tars (1-0) used there zone defense to hold down Palm Beach Atlantic (0-1) in a 63-47 season opening win at Rubin Arena in West Palm Friday night.
The Tars were led by three players in double figures. Myk Brown paced the Tars with 19 points, David Diakite added 13 and Jeremy Sharpe netted 10.
Marcus Hardy led PBA with 15 in the loss. Matthew Gierl also scored in double figures with 12.
Rollins shot 43 percent from the field and went 6-22 from the three point line. The real story of the night though was the Tars zone defense holding the Sailfish to 27 percent shooting. The Sailfish were 3-26 from the three point line and shot just 7- 39 overall in the second half.
It was PBA that jumped out to the early 4-0 lead. The Tars would answer right back and go on a 12-2 run after a Sharpe three to take a 12-6 lead. PBA would cut that lead to one (12-11) but again the Tars would answer with a 18-8 run this time to open up a 30-19 lead. PBA would cut that lead to seven (32-25) at halftime.
The Tars put the game away early in the second half. A 20-3 burst to open the half and give the Tars a 53-28 lead would remove all doubt in this one. Rollins will be back in action Friday November 18th when they battle the Royals from Warner University at Warden Arena. Tip time is set for 7 PM and you can always catch all the action on 91.5 WPRK and worldwide at:
www.RollinsSports.com
The Tars were led by three players in double figures. Myk Brown paced the Tars with 19 points, David Diakite added 13 and Jeremy Sharpe netted 10.
Marcus Hardy led PBA with 15 in the loss. Matthew Gierl also scored in double figures with 12.
Rollins shot 43 percent from the field and went 6-22 from the three point line. The real story of the night though was the Tars zone defense holding the Sailfish to 27 percent shooting. The Sailfish were 3-26 from the three point line and shot just 7- 39 overall in the second half.
It was PBA that jumped out to the early 4-0 lead. The Tars would answer right back and go on a 12-2 run after a Sharpe three to take a 12-6 lead. PBA would cut that lead to one (12-11) but again the Tars would answer with a 18-8 run this time to open up a 30-19 lead. PBA would cut that lead to seven (32-25) at halftime.
The Tars put the game away early in the second half. A 20-3 burst to open the half and give the Tars a 53-28 lead would remove all doubt in this one. Rollins will be back in action Friday November 18th when they battle the Royals from Warner University at Warden Arena. Tip time is set for 7 PM and you can always catch all the action on 91.5 WPRK and worldwide at:
www.RollinsSports.com
Thursday, November 10, 2011
Player Profiles 2011-12!!
Starters:
Ian Scott (#21)
Mount Dora,Fla. (Mount Dora High School)
6-3 170 Guard
Senior
Scott goes into his second year as the Tars starting point guard. Saw his scoring average climb from 5.7 to 6.2 points a game last season. He also averaged 2.6 assists and 1.6 steals a contest. He started all 31 games for the Tars.
This is what he had to say about his role going into the season:
"My leadership role will be more intense being that we have so many new players coming to the team. I will be expressing my leadership both vocally and through my actions on and off the court."
When asked about this season's senior class:
"This year's senior class is very strong. We have Jeremy Sharpe. Then there are Myk Brown and Chris Malcolm who both transferred from Division I schools. They all bring different assets to our team."
When asked about this year's goal as a team, Scott added:
"The goals are the same every year:
win the conference, win the conference tournament and win the NCAA tournament."
Scott is still best known for his defensive prowess. Brown had this to say about his fellow back court mate.
"Ian has always been a player of intense energy for as long as I have known him. I feel like that aspect of his game is why he is so solid on the defensive end. His length and athleticism are also exceptional."
Jeff Dirkin agreed:
"I believe Ian is our best defender especially at the guard position. His movements in our defense are second nature and he has a knack for getting an honorable mention."
Trip McFall knows Scott better than anyone having to face him in practice every day.
"I still believe Ian is the best defender because of his experience as well as energy."
Pete's take: The catalyst for this year's Tars
Myk Brown (#32)
Gainesville,Fla. (PK Yonge High School)
6-4 210 Guard
Senior
Brown is coming off a solid junior campaign. he averaged 12.3 points a game, shot 32 percent from the three point line and 84 percent at the foul line. He had this to say about what the Tars lost from a year ago.
"We obviously lost a lot from last year's roster, but I feel like the additions we have this year are just as good. The dynamic of the team has definitely changed and it should be an exciting year."
Scott had this to say about Brown:
"Myk is able to attack the rim and knock down a jump shot."
McFall had this to say about Brown:
" The best pure shooter on the team is Myk Brown. The way Myk has been shooting it lately has been great."
Kyle Schneider agrees:
"Myk is the best pure shooter, as well as the best at creating his own shot."
Pete's take: Brown is an excellent shooter and gets to the line at will.
Chris Malcolm (#34)
Orlando,Fla. (Timber Creek High School)
6-8 220 Center
Senior
Malcolm is coming off an injury plagued season. He was bothered by a broken wrist for much of last season. He still played in 28 of the Tars 31 games averaging 3.8 points, 3 rebounds and 1.8 blocks a game. He set the school record with 9 blocks in a single game versus Saint Leo in Mid February. Malcolm provided me with a little insight of what it was like to play through pain much of the season and how the wrist feels now.
" Going into the season my wrist is holding up really well, I was surprised that it feels as good as it does. It is healed but the range of motion is not totally back. "
"Yes it made last year difficult because I did not have complete use of my dominant hand."
When asked about the expectations for the upcoming season:
"I expect this year to start off slow because of so many new faces, but once everyone is clicking with the offense it should be a great year. "
Pete's take: Having a healthy Malcolm will help this season tremendously, especially on the defensive end.
Jeremy Sharpe (#0)
St.Louis,Mo. (Christian Brothers Academy)
6-6 180 Forward
Senior
Sharpe is back with the Tars after deciding not to play basketball last season. The last season Sharpe played (2009) he appeared in 29 games (26 starts). He averaged 12.3 points a contest.
"My expectations as far as myself are to help the team win in as many ways as I can, to be a complete player and basically to just win."
When asked about the athletic ability on this team:
"This is the most athletic team I have ever been a part of. "Sharpe said"
Scott had this to say about Sharpe:
"Jeremy is a strong player who can score in many different ways."
Pete's take: Pure scorer who can go for 30 on any given night
David Diakite (#42)
Washington D.C. (National Christian Academy)
6-6 215 Forward
Junior
A transfer from UCF, Diakite played in 25 games (18 starts) for the Knights last season. He played 10.5 minutes a night, averaging 3.3 points and 2.2 rebounds a contest.
Scott had nothing but praise for his new teammate:
"The most athletic on our team is David Diakite. He is literally a "freak of nature". He gets off the ground so quickly and jumps extremely high. He is strong and fast."
Jeff Dirkin agreed:
"Dave is a huge addition to our team, and his athleticism will help us at both ends. And in transition look out!!"
Brown is impressed with Diakite's basketball IQ:
"Dave is athletically blessed. He can easily play above the rim and knows how to get himself or a teammate a shot, he really understands the game of basketball. He is going to bring a lot of excitement to our team as well as another option offensively. Defensively, we will be able to be that much better with the tools and skills that he has."
Pete's take: Can not wait to finally see this kid play. He can jump out of the gym and should be a real asset to this year's Tars.
Bench:
Brett Chance (#15)
Winter Park,Fla. (Lake Howell High School)
6-2 190 Guard
Red Shirt Junior
Chance averaged 4.6 points and 2.2 assists per game last season. He appeared in all 31 games, coming off the Tars bench. Chance focused on his shooting technique more than anything this off season.
"I focused on my shooting technique this off season more than I ever have in the past and I feel that my form and shot have become a lot better ." Chance said.
When asked about himself as a shooter this is what Chance had to say:
"I wouldn't say I am a pure shooter, because that is not my game. I will shoot the 3 ball but I like to take people off the dribble or hit them with the mid range. "
Pete's take: Look out for Chance this year. he was already a good shooter but with the new form and technique he could be much better. Look for his minutes to increase as the season progresses.
Scott Schuette (#33)
Lexington,Kentucky (Lexington Catholic)
6-3 190 Guard
Freshman
Schuette is a pure shooter in every sense of the word. McFall really likes the way Schuette shoots the ball.
"The best pure shooter on our team is Myk Brown. I think Scott Schuette is up there too, the young pup from Lexington can really shoot it ,said McFall."
Dirkin agrees:
"Scott is our best pure shooter, as he adjusts to the college game he can help us."
As most great shooters do, Schuette puts in a lot of time in on his shot.
"During the off season I get up about 500 shots a day. During the season about 200 a day, yes I consider myself a gym rat."
On the biggest transition from high school to college:
"Getting my shot off faster."
On picking Rollins:
"Team, coaches and winning attitude made me want to come here."
Pete's take: Schuette will struggle early on, but as he gets familiar with the college game he will shine.
Chris Uhle (#24)
Ocala,Fla. (Trinity Catholic)
6-11 145 Center
Freshman
Uhle comes into his first season with the Tars looking to do big things. When asked to describe his game this is what Uhle had to say:
"My strengths are low post defense and rebounding as well as my shooting ability. My weakness are my perimeter defense and athleticism. My natural position is center."
Shoots the 3 ball well. Will open up some backdoor cuts for teammates off double teams. Will open up the three point line for teammates when in the game."
Scott added:
" Chris Uhle is a big guy who can knock down the open shot, he is strong and athletic."
Pete's take: Uhle will be a huge addition to the team along with Diakite. Just wait until Uhle knows what spots on the floor these guys want the ball.
Jeff Dirkin (#5)
Oak Park,Illinois (Oak Park High School)
6-8 210 Forward
Redshirt Freshman
Dirkin put in a lot of time on his ball handling skills since last year.
"I have put some serious time into my ball handling since last year and would say I have improved some. I am much better at getting to the basket and finishing.
"Also I worked hard on my jump hook. If I am confident and I have time I can be a threat in the post."
On himself as a scorer:
"I am definetly a 3 point shooter, I imagine most of my points will come off catch and shoot three's, lay ups and put backs.
Pete's Take: Dirkin will be integral coming off the Tars bench.
Kyle Schneider (#14)
Winter Park,Fla. (Winter Park High School)
5-10 180 Guard
Red Shirt Sophomore
Schneider is coming off major knee surgery last season. He plays hard when on the court. He will push everyone hard in practice.
Pete's take: He will see limited minutes this season.
Redshirts:
Corey Goedde (#4)
Cincinnati,OH (Glen Este High School)
6-1 180 Guard
Freshman
Goedde continues the long line of Rollins players from the queen city. This is what Goedde had to say about those ties:
"I really don't know too much about the ties to Cincinnati. I have just heard about them through people. I would say that this is just a good school with a great location that gets people from all over. Now they can use it as a selling point for kids from that area to make them more comfortable coming down here. I liked the fact that they had Cincinnati ties. It made me feel more connected. My final decision though was that it was the best offer for me so I just took it."
Ian Scott added this about Goedde and fellow teammate James Farrell:
"Corey Goedde and James Farrell are solid guards and with a year of redshirting will be ready for next season.
On his skills as a player:
I have played the two guard and the point guard throughout my career. Naturally I am a point guard because then I can push the ball up the floor and create in transition."
Pete's take: After a year of redshirting, Goedde could be just what the doctor ordered. With Brett Chance and Ian Scott both gone after this season the Tars will be looking for a point guard.
Trip McFall (#10)
Indianapolis,Indiana (North Central High School)
6-3 195 Guard
Sophomore
McFall will redshirt after having a sold Freshman season a year ago. On his experience from last season:
"I think last year helped me get comfortable in the offseason by getting some quality playing time with some veterans like Wolf, Matt and Nikola. "
On the teams goals for the upcoming season:
"This year we expect to win the conference for the third straight year and be playing our best basketball by the time conference season starts."
Pete's take: McFall will benefit from red shirting in the long run. Expect a big year from Trip next season.
James Farrell (#11)
Winter Park,Fla. (Winter Park High School)
6-0 175 Guard
Freshman
Farrell will also red shirt this season. He had a solid career at Winter Park High School and decided to stay local for college.
"I chose Rollins because it is close to home, has a good basketball program and also a MBA program."
On his biggest transition from high school to college:
"Living on my own and having more responsibility."
On the reason why he decided to red shirt:
"Gives me time to put on weight which is important to me."
Ian Scott added this:
"Corey Goedde and James Farrell are solid guards. With a year of red shirting they will be ready for next season."
Pete's take: Looks like the Tars have a solid crop of guards going forward!
Bridger Dawson (#55)
Aspen,Colorado (Aspen High School)
6-8 220 Center
Freshman
On choosing Rollins:
"I wanted to get a tropical feel and when they gave me an offer to play it was perfect."
Ian Scott provided this insight about Dawson:
"Bridger Dawson will be a good player, he has lots of potential and just needs some time to grow."
Pete's take: You can never have enough bigs during the course of a season.
Ian Scott (#21)
Mount Dora,Fla. (Mount Dora High School)
6-3 170 Guard
Senior
Scott goes into his second year as the Tars starting point guard. Saw his scoring average climb from 5.7 to 6.2 points a game last season. He also averaged 2.6 assists and 1.6 steals a contest. He started all 31 games for the Tars.
This is what he had to say about his role going into the season:
"My leadership role will be more intense being that we have so many new players coming to the team. I will be expressing my leadership both vocally and through my actions on and off the court."
When asked about this season's senior class:
"This year's senior class is very strong. We have Jeremy Sharpe. Then there are Myk Brown and Chris Malcolm who both transferred from Division I schools. They all bring different assets to our team."
When asked about this year's goal as a team, Scott added:
"The goals are the same every year:
win the conference, win the conference tournament and win the NCAA tournament."
Scott is still best known for his defensive prowess. Brown had this to say about his fellow back court mate.
"Ian has always been a player of intense energy for as long as I have known him. I feel like that aspect of his game is why he is so solid on the defensive end. His length and athleticism are also exceptional."
Jeff Dirkin agreed:
"I believe Ian is our best defender especially at the guard position. His movements in our defense are second nature and he has a knack for getting an honorable mention."
Trip McFall knows Scott better than anyone having to face him in practice every day.
"I still believe Ian is the best defender because of his experience as well as energy."
Pete's take: The catalyst for this year's Tars
Myk Brown (#32)
Gainesville,Fla. (PK Yonge High School)
6-4 210 Guard
Senior
Brown is coming off a solid junior campaign. he averaged 12.3 points a game, shot 32 percent from the three point line and 84 percent at the foul line. He had this to say about what the Tars lost from a year ago.
"We obviously lost a lot from last year's roster, but I feel like the additions we have this year are just as good. The dynamic of the team has definitely changed and it should be an exciting year."
Scott had this to say about Brown:
"Myk is able to attack the rim and knock down a jump shot."
McFall had this to say about Brown:
" The best pure shooter on the team is Myk Brown. The way Myk has been shooting it lately has been great."
Kyle Schneider agrees:
"Myk is the best pure shooter, as well as the best at creating his own shot."
Pete's take: Brown is an excellent shooter and gets to the line at will.
Chris Malcolm (#34)
Orlando,Fla. (Timber Creek High School)
6-8 220 Center
Senior
Malcolm is coming off an injury plagued season. He was bothered by a broken wrist for much of last season. He still played in 28 of the Tars 31 games averaging 3.8 points, 3 rebounds and 1.8 blocks a game. He set the school record with 9 blocks in a single game versus Saint Leo in Mid February. Malcolm provided me with a little insight of what it was like to play through pain much of the season and how the wrist feels now.
" Going into the season my wrist is holding up really well, I was surprised that it feels as good as it does. It is healed but the range of motion is not totally back. "
"Yes it made last year difficult because I did not have complete use of my dominant hand."
When asked about the expectations for the upcoming season:
"I expect this year to start off slow because of so many new faces, but once everyone is clicking with the offense it should be a great year. "
Pete's take: Having a healthy Malcolm will help this season tremendously, especially on the defensive end.
Jeremy Sharpe (#0)
St.Louis,Mo. (Christian Brothers Academy)
6-6 180 Forward
Senior
Sharpe is back with the Tars after deciding not to play basketball last season. The last season Sharpe played (2009) he appeared in 29 games (26 starts). He averaged 12.3 points a contest.
"My expectations as far as myself are to help the team win in as many ways as I can, to be a complete player and basically to just win."
When asked about the athletic ability on this team:
"This is the most athletic team I have ever been a part of. "Sharpe said"
Scott had this to say about Sharpe:
"Jeremy is a strong player who can score in many different ways."
Pete's take: Pure scorer who can go for 30 on any given night
David Diakite (#42)
Washington D.C. (National Christian Academy)
6-6 215 Forward
Junior
A transfer from UCF, Diakite played in 25 games (18 starts) for the Knights last season. He played 10.5 minutes a night, averaging 3.3 points and 2.2 rebounds a contest.
Scott had nothing but praise for his new teammate:
"The most athletic on our team is David Diakite. He is literally a "freak of nature". He gets off the ground so quickly and jumps extremely high. He is strong and fast."
Jeff Dirkin agreed:
"Dave is a huge addition to our team, and his athleticism will help us at both ends. And in transition look out!!"
Brown is impressed with Diakite's basketball IQ:
"Dave is athletically blessed. He can easily play above the rim and knows how to get himself or a teammate a shot, he really understands the game of basketball. He is going to bring a lot of excitement to our team as well as another option offensively. Defensively, we will be able to be that much better with the tools and skills that he has."
Pete's take: Can not wait to finally see this kid play. He can jump out of the gym and should be a real asset to this year's Tars.
Bench:
Brett Chance (#15)
Winter Park,Fla. (Lake Howell High School)
6-2 190 Guard
Red Shirt Junior
Chance averaged 4.6 points and 2.2 assists per game last season. He appeared in all 31 games, coming off the Tars bench. Chance focused on his shooting technique more than anything this off season.
"I focused on my shooting technique this off season more than I ever have in the past and I feel that my form and shot have become a lot better ." Chance said.
When asked about himself as a shooter this is what Chance had to say:
"I wouldn't say I am a pure shooter, because that is not my game. I will shoot the 3 ball but I like to take people off the dribble or hit them with the mid range. "
Pete's take: Look out for Chance this year. he was already a good shooter but with the new form and technique he could be much better. Look for his minutes to increase as the season progresses.
Scott Schuette (#33)
Lexington,Kentucky (Lexington Catholic)
6-3 190 Guard
Freshman
Schuette is a pure shooter in every sense of the word. McFall really likes the way Schuette shoots the ball.
"The best pure shooter on our team is Myk Brown. I think Scott Schuette is up there too, the young pup from Lexington can really shoot it ,said McFall."
Dirkin agrees:
"Scott is our best pure shooter, as he adjusts to the college game he can help us."
As most great shooters do, Schuette puts in a lot of time in on his shot.
"During the off season I get up about 500 shots a day. During the season about 200 a day, yes I consider myself a gym rat."
On the biggest transition from high school to college:
"Getting my shot off faster."
On picking Rollins:
"Team, coaches and winning attitude made me want to come here."
Pete's take: Schuette will struggle early on, but as he gets familiar with the college game he will shine.
Chris Uhle (#24)
Ocala,Fla. (Trinity Catholic)
6-11 145 Center
Freshman
Uhle comes into his first season with the Tars looking to do big things. When asked to describe his game this is what Uhle had to say:
"My strengths are low post defense and rebounding as well as my shooting ability. My weakness are my perimeter defense and athleticism. My natural position is center."
Shoots the 3 ball well. Will open up some backdoor cuts for teammates off double teams. Will open up the three point line for teammates when in the game."
Scott added:
" Chris Uhle is a big guy who can knock down the open shot, he is strong and athletic."
Pete's take: Uhle will be a huge addition to the team along with Diakite. Just wait until Uhle knows what spots on the floor these guys want the ball.
Jeff Dirkin (#5)
Oak Park,Illinois (Oak Park High School)
6-8 210 Forward
Redshirt Freshman
Dirkin put in a lot of time on his ball handling skills since last year.
"I have put some serious time into my ball handling since last year and would say I have improved some. I am much better at getting to the basket and finishing.
"Also I worked hard on my jump hook. If I am confident and I have time I can be a threat in the post."
On himself as a scorer:
"I am definetly a 3 point shooter, I imagine most of my points will come off catch and shoot three's, lay ups and put backs.
Pete's Take: Dirkin will be integral coming off the Tars bench.
Kyle Schneider (#14)
Winter Park,Fla. (Winter Park High School)
5-10 180 Guard
Red Shirt Sophomore
Schneider is coming off major knee surgery last season. He plays hard when on the court. He will push everyone hard in practice.
Pete's take: He will see limited minutes this season.
Redshirts:
Corey Goedde (#4)
Cincinnati,OH (Glen Este High School)
6-1 180 Guard
Freshman
Goedde continues the long line of Rollins players from the queen city. This is what Goedde had to say about those ties:
"I really don't know too much about the ties to Cincinnati. I have just heard about them through people. I would say that this is just a good school with a great location that gets people from all over. Now they can use it as a selling point for kids from that area to make them more comfortable coming down here. I liked the fact that they had Cincinnati ties. It made me feel more connected. My final decision though was that it was the best offer for me so I just took it."
Ian Scott added this about Goedde and fellow teammate James Farrell:
"Corey Goedde and James Farrell are solid guards and with a year of redshirting will be ready for next season.
On his skills as a player:
I have played the two guard and the point guard throughout my career. Naturally I am a point guard because then I can push the ball up the floor and create in transition."
Pete's take: After a year of redshirting, Goedde could be just what the doctor ordered. With Brett Chance and Ian Scott both gone after this season the Tars will be looking for a point guard.
Trip McFall (#10)
Indianapolis,Indiana (North Central High School)
6-3 195 Guard
Sophomore
McFall will redshirt after having a sold Freshman season a year ago. On his experience from last season:
"I think last year helped me get comfortable in the offseason by getting some quality playing time with some veterans like Wolf, Matt and Nikola. "
On the teams goals for the upcoming season:
"This year we expect to win the conference for the third straight year and be playing our best basketball by the time conference season starts."
Pete's take: McFall will benefit from red shirting in the long run. Expect a big year from Trip next season.
James Farrell (#11)
Winter Park,Fla. (Winter Park High School)
6-0 175 Guard
Freshman
Farrell will also red shirt this season. He had a solid career at Winter Park High School and decided to stay local for college.
"I chose Rollins because it is close to home, has a good basketball program and also a MBA program."
On his biggest transition from high school to college:
"Living on my own and having more responsibility."
On the reason why he decided to red shirt:
"Gives me time to put on weight which is important to me."
Ian Scott added this:
"Corey Goedde and James Farrell are solid guards. With a year of red shirting they will be ready for next season."
Pete's take: Looks like the Tars have a solid crop of guards going forward!
Bridger Dawson (#55)
Aspen,Colorado (Aspen High School)
6-8 220 Center
Freshman
On choosing Rollins:
"I wanted to get a tropical feel and when they gave me an offer to play it was perfect."
Ian Scott provided this insight about Dawson:
"Bridger Dawson will be a good player, he has lots of potential and just needs some time to grow."
Pete's take: You can never have enough bigs during the course of a season.
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