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Offensive Freedom Since Tony Bennett was hired in the spring of 2009, one of the popular topics on TheSabre.com message boards has focused on the pace of play. Bennett, as most Hoo fans know at this point, uses the Pack-Line Defense, which forces opponents to grind their way to shots on many possessions while, on the flipside, Bennett prefers an offensive approach that emphasizes patience and low-turnover totals. Many of the message board chatter shifts to the recruiting side of that equation, namely how to convince ACC capable players to come to UVa and play in a 'ball and chain system.' The theory, in other words, is that patient offense equals shackles and why would players want their creativity and ability to be stifled. After watching an exhibition game and the season-opening win against William & Mary this year, it's clear that the theory of offensive handcuffs is a misguided notion. There is a system in place, but it is clear that players are encouraged to communicate and create within the framwork and not told to supress their talents. As long as you take care of the basketball and make good decisions, Bennett is going to let you play ball. Freshman Joe Harris confirmed as much in a postgame chat after the Roanoke game. "When you get the ball, he gives you a lot of freedom and options within it. As guards, we've got to create. Especially we want to run a lot of stuff through Mike [Scott] because when we get the ball to Mike good things happen," Harris said. "Coach gives you so much freedom in the offense. We have some sets that we run, but then like when we get in to the motion, if you're coming off [a screen] and you've got a lane open, he wants you attacking the lane and making things happen and playing basketball. It's little things like that he wants you to do." With that in mind, fans should take a chance to see the Hoos in action this year as players learn how to show off their abilities in Bennett's program.
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This Week In Recruiting Monday, EDGE subscribers can read the latest on Kempsville (Virginia Beach, VA) linebacker Travis Hughes, who was in Charlottesville on Saturday. The 6-1, 215-pound senior will announce his college choice on Dec. 18. The five finalists include Clemson, Maryland, North Carolina, Virginia and Virginia Tech. In this most recent article, Hughes will discuss each of the five finalists and what is most attractive about each program. Hughes made an official visit to UVa the weekend of the Miami game and also took in the UNC game earlier this season. Bayside (Virginia Beach, VA) cornerback Demetrious Nicholson considered announcing his college choice this Wednesday, but as of late last week he had decided against it. The 5-9. 165-pound senior had a great official visit to Virginia the weekend of the Miami game, but it appears Coach London and company will have to wait with everyone else until after the season for Nicholson's decision. Clemson, North Carolina, Stanford, Virginia and West Virginia are the reported finalists for Nicholson, who now wants to commit after his season is over. Bayside captured victory in the Division 5, Eastern Region first round, defeating Cox 26-15. Cox features UVa-bound offensive lineman Ross Burbank, who will also be featured on the EDGE this week. Be sure to check out The Good Ol Blog for more on Virginia's 2011 class and how they performed in last week's games. Also on the blog, I have posted a list of those players we confirmed to be in attendance on Saturday for the Maryland game.
Chris Horne, our resident recruiting expert, provides updates throughout the week for Edge subscribers about UVa's commitments and recruiting targets in football and men's basketball. To sign up for an Edge subscription, please check out the Sabre Edge Sign Up and Information Page. If you're already on board as an Edge subscriber, click the links below to catch up on recruiting. Sabre Edge recruiting updates from the past week ...
Travis Hughes Sets Decision Date
Notes: Atkins, Jesperson Excited To Be Hoos More recent recruiting updates on The Sabre ...
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Issue No. 264 - Oct. 23, 2006 This Week In Recruiting By Chris Horne Basketball recruiting ... Mike Scott, a 6-8, 215-pound power forward recruit, made an official visit to UVa last week. The visit went well according to Scott's father, Michael. However, a commitment does not appear to be imminent at this point. The Hargrave Military Academy prospect plans to visit each of his remaining finalists before making a decision. Scott was hosted on the visit by Sean Singletary and freshman Will Harris. Stay tuned for a full update on the Sabre EDGE later today. This weekend, UVa expects to host five-star power forward Patrick Patterson on an official visit. The 6-8, 235-pound Huntington (W.V.) prospect has made official visits to Florida, Duke, and Kentucky. He is also considering West Virginia and Wake Forest and has scheduled an official visit to Wake for next weekend. Patterson had a great time on his latest official visit, which was to Kentucky. The Hoos will need to make a huge impact to come away with his commitment, but Leitao and company at least have a chance.
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What's New on TheSabre.com? | |||||
Coming Soon The Sabre has you covered when it comes to Hoo news. Here are a few of the articles to expect on the site soon:
In Case You Missed It ... Sabre articles since the last SabreMail
The Sunday Sampler - Maryland
Sloppy Penalties Doom Hoos
Hoos Must Overcome 'Used To It' Feeling
Cracking Zone's Code Led To Win
Hoos, Baron Bomb Visiting Tribe
Understanding Blocker/Mover
Game Preview 2010: Maryland
JHoo's 10 Things I Learned 2010 ... Duke
Greg's Game Report: Duke
Press Conference Notes 2010: Maryland
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