Class of 2025 PF Francis Folefac (MD) TRANSFERRING TO SYRACUSE (4/27/26)

[Cusesky8214]

Glad I could contribute to this fun thread and he finally announced it officially...for like the 3rd time!

 

[Red Holzman]

Thankful that FF finally planted his flag, ending need to check this thread and keep learning MANY things...

JHJ obviously spent the extended delay very productively, upping his game for this announcement!

Good JHJ-theme GIF for future NIL Waiting Room marathons :

 

[721Comstock]

FOLEFAC YEAH!!!!

FOLEFAC’n A!!!!

 

[ImperialOrange]

Good to have this news break, but are we sure it's not too risky having a guy in the locker room rumored to have ties with the Yakuza?

Maybe Yakuza ties will help level the playing feild against the ACC Mafia?

 

[DoctorBombay]

 

[Moten]

 

[Dmcnabbrules]

This is a solid pickup, roster needed a forward with some strength. Folefac can affect the game on both ends. I love that this is another player with multiple seasons remaining.

 

[JDubbin]

 

[GHLF]

Doty improved his 3 point shooting % from 28 to 32 last year.
He has said his primary focus this summer is to improve his 3 pt stroke up to 37, 38. I think he gets there, GMAC said last year he just has to remember the proper stance because he has the necessary stroke.
And it is money that he will be on the floor in the last 5 minutes for his defense and his 85% for free throws.

I think Dual will bring some stability to the PG position. He plays with defensive intensity and does not turn the ball over. If we had only had that with Nait George.

I also think as the season progresses Moesch will see significant time. He just won player of the year in a very tough prep league. He has all the tools I think, the question is if he can physically handle it.
Supposedly he is quite good at sinking 3s, a 247 analysis of him last year said he had the capability to go off and just make 3s from everywhere.

I also think Kiyan will greatly benefit from a coach who emphasizes hard work, accountability and who has surrounded him with like minded players. No throwing up wild shots anymore, I think he will buy in on being part of a system where he will get his shots if he is in the right spots. Dual will get him the ball.

Doty will have no fear about getting into Kiyans face to make him work hard and pay attention. Sadiq will also benefit from this as well. Frankly, seeing what this no real background kid accomplished against Duke, when they basically played the same team awfully, will give him street cred.

I also think Tobiason will also continue to improve. I could see him also running the point if the situation requires it.

I feel so much more hopeful than I have the last 2 years.

I very much appreciate your positive attitude and very importantly the fact that you don't seem to take offense to individuals who think your take is funny. I hope they eat their words and reevaluate their entire disposition. My gosh that last part was me actually trying to stay positive. In any event I appreciate your outlook. I also think if the kids fully buy in we are going to surprise some people and Folefac Is going to push SW only for good and I totally love that. Mainly because he is so physical. I hope KA, Keeps the faith and keeps working and has fun with his brothers. I hope he reads this as well. Blessing

 

[cliftonparksufan]

This is awesome. Really looking forward to next season. Get a point guard and things are set.

I love the experience. I love the idea that some guys have played together. I love Gerry's passion and his staff that he has put together.

What I don't love is people who worry what some players are supposedly being paid thru NIL. The market is the market. It doesn't matter that many people think these players are being paid too much. As long as there are NIL donors, it is what it is.

 

[sufan59]

 

[007]

Important addition for roster versatility and the comprehensiveness of the parts. Adds strength and physicality to the PF spot. Fits the versatility profile on D - Folefac can defend the 2-5 in a switching defense.

 

[NineOneSeven]

Definitely plays hard from the limited games I saw. Emphasis on limited. And he’s strong. Problem I have is what position will he play? Seems like he’s exclusively a 4 man. I anticipate him struggling against longer players inside.

15’ guy off the bench though, fine with it.

 

[NineOneSeven]

I love this gif and officially look forward to it from ya Jim!!

 

[007]

I love this gif and officially look forward to it from ya Jim!!

It's kind of like a mini Rorschach Test for the Board.

 

[TheCusian]

Does anyone know what these kids are getting for $. The answer is NO!!!!!

NIL CBB is like trying to follow an NBA teams offseason but where numbers of the deal are never released but ppl still argue passionately about it being a good deal or not

 

[bnoro]

The market sees a Sophomore in Doty and a Freshmen in Folefac playing at a mid major and competing hard against Duke and led an injured Siena team to a MAAC championship.

Low major.

 

[sufan59]

Low major.