[Cracked Sidewalks] Al's Run......and actual updates on the program

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Al's Run......and actual updates on the program

Written by: noreply@blogger.com (NY Warrior)

There is no truth to the rumor that the Cracked Sidewalks staff is actively refusing to post news and opinion about Marquette hoops until the new stretch goal for Al's Run is met.

Of course, if we could collectively get to that lofty $2,750 donation level, the world would be a better place and kids in need would get even more help through the wonderful programs at Children's Hospital of Wisconsin (subliminal message......the tip jar is hungry, very hungry.  fill the tip jar and warm your hearts).

OK, back to Marquette basketball.

More on McMorrow
The Toronto Star checks in on the tallest Canadian to ever earn a scholarship at Marquette University, Liam McMorrow.  McMorrow will be redshirted this year and retain three years of collegiate eligibility.  What an amazing story -- the kid didn't even play hoops two years ago.  Luckily for MU, he won't play competitively this year either.

The 'Help Wanted' signs are still out for the program.
Despite being full-up with scholarships for the 2009-2010 campaign, coach Buzz Williams remains active on the recruiting front -- apparently  set on adding more high-ceiling talent to the roster beginning next season.  The prospect generating the greatest interest on the boards of late is 6'4" shooting guard Michael Snaer.   Snaer, who hails from California, is one of the top 15 players in the country for the class of 2009, and will vist Milwaukee this weekend.

Snaer is down to Marquette, Missouri, Florida State and UCLA.  He visited Tallahasee and Columbia earlier this month.

In addition to Snaer, Marquette remains involved with a pair of highly sought after big men, seven-foot JUCO center Jerrid Famous and 6'9" Turkish strongman Deniz Kilicli.  Famous is hearing from UConn, MU, Mizzou and OkState, while the skilled Kilicli recently fielded an offer from Kentucky.  No word on visits from these fellas  (or several others, we'd wager) just yet.

How is the team looking?
Todd Rosiak offers candid reviews of a recent open gym session at The Al, and provides good news on the long, slow recovery of David Cubillan.

Finally, congratulations to Joe Krysiak and his bride Pam!
Joe and Pam were married last weekend.  Below is a photo from the wedding that includes a few faces you might recognize  (left to right:  John Wolfe, Joe Nethen, Jim McIlvaine, Joe Krysiak, Jeff Zavada, Tommy LaChance)





Finally, legendary basketball coach Al McGuire will be inducted into the inaugural class of the Belmont Abbey College Athletics Hall of Fame on October 2.  Coach Al was obviously a no-brainer in the selection process -- just like it should be a no-brainer for everybody to pitch in and help us meet our fundraising target of $2,750 in support of Al's Run. Every little bit helps!

(subliminal message......the tip jar is hungry, very hungry.  fill the tip jar and warm your hearts).

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Despite being full-up with scholarships for the 2009-2010 campaign, coach Buzz Williams remains active on the recruiting front -- apparently  set on adding more high-ceiling talent to the roster beginning next season.

MU isn't full.  Mbakwe leaving opened up a scholarship.

Snaer is down to Marquette, Missouri, Florida State and UCLA.  He visited Tallahasee and Columbia earlier this month.

Snaer is not down to those four.  Stanford and Kansas are still in the mix as well.  After visiting MU, he's going to choose between UCLA and Stanford for his 4th visit, and likely go to Kansas for his 5th official.

[NYWarrior]

thanks for the fact check.......just edited