Class of 2018 SF Cole Swider (RI) Transferring from Villanova to Syracuse

[Orangefan1]

I was always upset we struck out with this kid. 6 ft 9 and can shoot the three sounds like a marek replacement

 

[Cusesky8214]

I like Cole...I feel I should put that out there seeing as though I've shown a bit of reluctance. I just don't want us to get too slow. Gotta see how the rest of things shake out I guess. 40% 3point shooter is hard to pass regardless.

 

[HOFCeluck]

LOL we’re getting him

 

[orangefog]

I like Cole...I feel I should put that out there seeing as though I've shown a bit of reluctance. I just don't want us to get too slow. Gotta see how the rest of things shake out I guess. 40% 3point shooter is hard to pass regardless.

I hear you, we need to upgrade our athleticism. But, a former top 40 recruit would be a nice addition. We have so many spots to fill, it would be impressive if we can get a Cole Swider. If Q comes back, we may end up with a really nice forward rotation. I wouldn't mind a beefy 6'10 athlete that can play the 4 or 5 to round out the forwards. Maybe an athletic swing player as well.

 

[Cusesky8214]

At this point we mine as well bring in Tape too. Symir/Swider/Tape all guys we were in the running for and went elsewhere lol

 

[Orangezoo]

Cole was rated the 38th best player in the class of 2018. It could well be that his issues with defense will be reduced playing in the 2-3 zone.

Would we be thinking of him as a 5 though? I would hope not but given his foot speed as a defender I do wonder.

 

[Orangezoo]

LOL we’re getting him

Considering we are on that list and he just announced... Well

 

[Trueblue25]

Lol my eyes are on the Bryce Golden thread too now.

a 2nd chance for you
A 2nd chance for you
And a 2nd chance for you

 

[albanycuse]

I like Cole...I feel I should put that out there seeing as though I've shown a bit of reluctance. I just don't want us to get too slow. Gotta see how the rest of things shake out I guess. 40% 3point shooter is hard to pass regardless.

You like jimmy more remember...

 

[Orangefan1]

We want Cole there is no doubt and he’s be a perfect braswell replacement and one who can do a lot more

 

[Cusesky8214]

You like jimmy more remember...

I do. I think ur way under rating Jimmy's game but that's just my opinion. I still like Swider and I'm not crazy on building a slower team then what we already have but like I said, gotta see how things play out. Regardless we will need bodies. Is what it is...id like us to get more athletic but ill reserve judgement until things are finalized.

 

[Cusesky8214]

Lol my eyes are on the Bryce Golden thread too now.

a 2nd chance for you
A 2nd chance for you
And a 2nd chance for you

What? Did I miss him transferring?

**I see now u were joking...wouldn't surprise me if he does lol**

 

[HOFCeluck]

Whats this kids motor like? Do I have to worry about him trying to steal Joe’s wading pool filled with gravy?

 

[orangefog]

Whats this kids motor like? Do I have to worry about him trying to steal Joe’s wading pool filled with gravy?

Sounds like spring break in Key West.

 

[albanycuse]

I do. I think ur way under rating Jimmy's game but that's just my opinion. I still like Swider and I'm not crazy on building a slower team then what we already have but like I said, gotta see how things play out. Regardless we will need bodies. Is what it is...id like us to get more athletic but ill reserve judgement until things are finalized.

Fair enough, i think you’re giving Jimmy too much credit for an average player, that played against lesser competition. And still shot 29% from 3 last year.

 

[OttoinGrotto]

I think this dude could do well defensively here. His height on the wing of the zone if he can move even a little bit is a lot to try and see/shoot over and work around.

 

[Cusesky8214]

Fair enough, i think you’re giving Jimmy too much credit for an average player, that played in against lesser competition. And still shot 29% from 3 last year.

Fair enough and maybe I am. But he has more post moves then anyone on our current team and better footwork. Older kid who is mature. I think if used properly he could be a nice addition. Same can be said for Swider I suppose. I just want to see us bring in more of a high flyer type but I'm not sure if that's going to happen and we need a guard that can get in the lane and by his defender to make plays for these type of guys. Lots of kinks to work out still.

 

[Cuse1055]

Lol my eyes are on the Bryce Golden thread too now.

a 2nd chance for you
A 2nd chance for you
And a 2nd chance for you

How about the center that chose St. Bonaventure? Now that would be a huge pickup.

 

[Capt. Tuttle]

Lol my eyes are on the Bryce Golden thread too now.

a 2nd chance for you
A 2nd chance for you
And a 2nd chance for you

Worked for Al Davis' Raiders

 

[albanycuse]

Fair enough and maybe I am. But he has more post moves then anyone on our current team and better footwork. Older kid who is mature. I think if used properly he could be a nice addition. Same can be said for Swider I suppose. I just want to see us bring in more of a high flyer type but I'm not sure if that's going to happen and we need a guard that can get in the lane and by his defender to make plays for these type of guys. Lots of kinks to work out still.

Footwork matters more if you’re a center and hes not , hes a forward. He’s a 6’8” streaky shooter with less than ideal 3 point %.

 

[jdubs30]

I really like this pick up honestly

 

[UpstateSM]

Footwork matters more if you’re a center and hes not , hes a forward. He’s a 6’8” streaky shooter with less than ideal 3 point %.

220 pounds and he’ll be 23 next season though so he can bang inside with skinny forwards like most freshman/sophomores are at that position.

Only shot 54% at the rim in 19-20 but hopefully the time he’s spent in the gym plus his size will make him a threat inside. I think he’ll be more than solid. Just not a star but we don’t need him to be haha

 

[jr4750]

I really like this pick up honestly

Is this official? Sorry haven’t read through the thread

 

[UpstateSM]

How about the center that chose St. Bonaventure? Now that would be a huge pickup.

It would be shocking if left the Bonnies but that would be perfect haha

 

[Cusesky8214]

Footwork matters more if you’re a center and hes not , hes a forward. He’s a 6’8” streaky shooter with less than ideal 3 point %.

How would you compare him to Quincy or really anyone we currently have or had this past season that we asked to play inside?