I've read a few mentions on this board about how JaJuan has improved his shooting mechanics. If so, it certainly shows — where he was 9-49 (18.4%) from 3-point range in Big East play during his first two seasons, he finished 13-29 (44.8%) last year.
I know part of that is shot selection. Part is putting up some unbelievable number of shots before, during and after practice. But first, someone had to point to JJJ out the inconsistencies in his form (i.e. not always squaring up) — and offer some guidance on how to correct them.
Who on the coaching staff is responsible for this? What's involved, such as video review, tracking shots or specific drills? Even to the untrained eye (that'd be mine), great shooters such as Sam Hauser stand out. But aside from an obvious hitch, it's harder to see poor shooting habits, either in warm-ups or during a game. I'm curious which players stand to show the greatest improvement.
Quote from: Marcus92 on October 31, 2016, 03:08:11 PM
I've read a few mentions on this board about how JaJuan has improved his shooting mechanics. If so, it certainly shows — where he was 9-49 (18.4%) from 3-point range in Big East play during his first two seasons, he finished 13-29 (44.8%) last year.
I know part of that is shot selection. Part is putting up some unbelievable number of shots before, during and after practice. But first, someone had to point to JJJ out the inconsistencies in his form (i.e. not always squaring up) — and offer some guidance on how to correct them.
Who on the coaching staff is responsible for this? What's involved, such as video review, tracking shots or specific drills? Even to the untrained eye (that'd be mine), great shooters such as Sam Hauser stand out. But aside from an obvious hitch, it's harder to see poor shooting habits, either in warm-ups or during a game. I'm curious which players stand to show the greatest improvement.
As far as who is responsible, Brett Nelson worked with JaJuan last summer to reconstruct his shot. As far as who stands to show the greatest improvement? Not sure. Most of our returning guys have good, not great form.
I would expect Traci to shoot it better. His form is pretty good and apparently he has been putting in the work.
Quote from: MuEagle1090 on October 31, 2016, 04:05:28 PMAs far as who is responsible, Brett Nelson worked with JaJuan last summer to reconstruct his shot.
Found a video profile of Nelson online. I've never paid specific attention to him on the sidelines during games before — but he seems very involved and mentions helping Wojo develop the game plan. He's served as an assistant for 4 programs (Marshall, Ball State, Arkansas and Drake) since 2007.
I'd like to learn more about the responsibilities of the different assistant coaches during practices and games. I know Stan Johnson is our go-to recruiter. His coaching career began in 2003 at Division II Bimidji and includes stops at Drake and Utah. Chris Carrawell probably has the least coaching experience (3 years as an assistant in the NBA D-League).
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wUQsBuAIAQQ
Quote from: Marcus92 on October 31, 2016, 05:52:44 PM
Found a video profile of Nelson online. I've never paid specific attention to him on the sidelines during games before — but he seems very involved and mentions helping Wojo develop the game plan. He's served as an assistant for 4 programs (Marshall, Ball State, Arkansas and Drake) since 2007.
I'd like to learn more about the responsibilities of the different assistant coaches during practices and games. I know Stan Johnson is our go-to recruiter. His coaching career began in 2003 at Division II Bimidji and includes stops at Drake and Utah. Chris Carrawell probably has the least coaching experience (3 years as an assistant in the NBA D-League).
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wUQsBuAIAQQ
Brett very involved in recruiting & eval as well
Quote from: Marcus92 on October 31, 2016, 03:08:11 PM
I've read a few mentions on this board about how JaJuan has improved his shooting mechanics. If so, it certainly shows — where he was 9-49 (18.4%) from 3-point range in Big East play during his first two seasons, he finished 13-29 (44.8%) last year.
I know part of that is shot selection. Part is putting up some unbelievable number of shots before, during and after practice. But first, someone had to point to JJJ out the inconsistencies in his form (i.e. not always squaring up) — and offer some guidance on how to correct them.
Who on the coaching staff is responsible for this? What's involved, such as video review, tracking shots or specific drills? Even to the untrained eye (that'd be mine), great shooters such as Sam Hauser stand out. But aside from an obvious hitch, it's harder to see poor shooting habits, either in warm-ups or during a game. I'm curious which players stand to show the greatest improvement.
If the coaches can get Luke and Duane to shoot free throws better , it would be very helpful. They can both get to the line a lot.
Quote from: MuEagle1090 on October 31, 2016, 04:05:28 PM
As far as who is responsible, Brett Nelson worked with JaJuan last summer to reconstruct his shot. As far as who stands to show the greatest improvement? Not sure. Most of our returning guys have good, not great form.
When Wojo hired him, Nelson was still Florida's all time three point leader, FWIW.
Quote from: Brewtown Andy on November 01, 2016, 11:20:55 PMWhen Wojo hired him, Nelson was still Florida's all time three point leader, FWIW.
I would think it should help to have Travis Diener on the bench, as well — a 41% shooter from beyond the arc at Marquette.
Traci reminds me of Derrick Wilson. Except Traci has a better shot
Quote from: GoldenEagles32 on November 02, 2016, 09:27:11 AM
Traci reminds me of Derrick Wilson. Except Traci has a better shot
+1 though I could see traci being legit as a senior or junior whereas I still don't trust derrick even when he was playing for the alumni team this year
To answer the initial question, you can correct a bad form but there is nothing a good coach can do to correct the poor motor skills necessary to be a good shooter.
Quote from: GoldenEagles32 on November 02, 2016, 09:27:11 AM
Traci reminds me of Derrick Wilson. Except Traci has a better shot
That's not saying a lot. 8-)
Traci reminds me A LOT more of Tony Miller than Derrick Wilson. Traci has all the tools you want in a pure PG. Derrick? All the tools you want in a fullback.
Quote from: The Sultan of Sunshine on November 02, 2016, 09:51:57 AMTo answer the initial question, you can correct a bad form but there is nothing a good coach can do to correct the poor motor skills necessary to be a good shooter.
My impression is that newcomers Katin Reinhardt, Andrew Rowsey, Sam Hauser and Markus Howard are already among the team's best shooters. Based on that alone, the offense will look nothing like last year's (when we hit just 33.9% of 3-point shots). Together with Haanif and JaJuan, it looks like we'll have at least 6 shooters capable of hitting 38-40% (or better) from 3-point range.
Could Brett help Traci (31.4%), Duane (34.6%) or Sandy (35.5%) improve enough to join that group? If so, a 4-out, 1-in offense becomes all the more dangerous.
When every player on the perimeter is a legitimate long-range threat, defenders can't sag into the middle as much. This would open things up for Luke, not to mention driving lanes from the wings. I also look forward to 6-8 power forwards trying to keep up with Katin or JaJuan all over the court.
Thinking about this reinforces just how much our poor outside shooting limited us a year ago. It's possible we could see the best shooting Marquette team since 2009-10 — which hit an incredible 41.3% from long range, led by DJO, Acker, Cubillan and Hayward.
Quote from: GoldenEagles32 on November 02, 2016, 09:27:11 AM
Traci reminds me of Derrick Wilson. Except Traci has a better shot
And a better assist rate and a better steals rate