Post by barrefan1 on Dec 1, 2010 19:46:00 GMT -5
Bilal Benn; 6'5'' Double-Double "Glue Guy"
In most scenarios, rookies or players whom have not played in the PBL will approach us. Bilal Benn is an exception to that commonality. About a month ago, as a staff, we recognized a need that we had to acknowledge. A player with a certain style that we were lacking from the wing position. Thus, we started a search for a player that could fill this role. This search is conducted through various resources on the Web, and through networks that have been established.
Bilal is a player that instantly stood out among the rest. He is tough, can score, rebound, and play defense. Essentially, he is a statsheet filler. He is not a specialist in one area, he will help a team in all situations. Bilal is a player that also had a few other opportunities that could have altered him from joining the Frost Heaves. A key factor for Bilal joining the Frost Heaves, as well as other players decisions to come aboard, is the reputation and success that the organization has had. The conitnued rise in the level of play in the PBL has also helped attract players to organizations within the league.
Bilal Benn was recruited to play for Villanova, which he did for two seasons. Bilal's minutes were down at Villanova, as there was a guard heavy situation at the program. Bilal had the talent to play at Nova; however, he decided to transfer to Niagara, in the MAAC. In Bilal's first season at Niagara, as a Junior, he was recognized as an All-MAAC Conference player of the year. Bilal helped Niagara to 26 wins in his Junior season.
Bilal had become a double double machine from the wing; scoring and rebounding. A nice attribute for a 6'5'' wing player. He recorded 12 double-doubles. Bilal ended the season leading the conference in rebounding, posting a lofty 9.3 rpg. Bilal was the only player in the nation to average 13ppg, 9rpg, 3apg, and 2spg. Bilal's highlight game that season was 20 point, 19 rebound game in the MAAC tournament semifinal game against Rider. Bilal went on to have a very successful Senior season as well.
Needless to say, we are extremely excited to have gotten Bilal aboard. He is the guy from the wing that will do everything. Understandably, rebounding in the MAAC is not the same as it is in the PBL. A player with that mentality is difficult to find; especially a player who will translate it to on-the-court results. Many guys will say they want double figure rebounds; however, not many are going to go out and do the work it takes to get there. We are happy that Bilal will be coming to town this season.
Posted by Nick Foster at 8:19 AM
In most scenarios, rookies or players whom have not played in the PBL will approach us. Bilal Benn is an exception to that commonality. About a month ago, as a staff, we recognized a need that we had to acknowledge. A player with a certain style that we were lacking from the wing position. Thus, we started a search for a player that could fill this role. This search is conducted through various resources on the Web, and through networks that have been established.
Bilal is a player that instantly stood out among the rest. He is tough, can score, rebound, and play defense. Essentially, he is a statsheet filler. He is not a specialist in one area, he will help a team in all situations. Bilal is a player that also had a few other opportunities that could have altered him from joining the Frost Heaves. A key factor for Bilal joining the Frost Heaves, as well as other players decisions to come aboard, is the reputation and success that the organization has had. The conitnued rise in the level of play in the PBL has also helped attract players to organizations within the league.
Bilal Benn was recruited to play for Villanova, which he did for two seasons. Bilal's minutes were down at Villanova, as there was a guard heavy situation at the program. Bilal had the talent to play at Nova; however, he decided to transfer to Niagara, in the MAAC. In Bilal's first season at Niagara, as a Junior, he was recognized as an All-MAAC Conference player of the year. Bilal helped Niagara to 26 wins in his Junior season.
Bilal had become a double double machine from the wing; scoring and rebounding. A nice attribute for a 6'5'' wing player. He recorded 12 double-doubles. Bilal ended the season leading the conference in rebounding, posting a lofty 9.3 rpg. Bilal was the only player in the nation to average 13ppg, 9rpg, 3apg, and 2spg. Bilal's highlight game that season was 20 point, 19 rebound game in the MAAC tournament semifinal game against Rider. Bilal went on to have a very successful Senior season as well.
Needless to say, we are extremely excited to have gotten Bilal aboard. He is the guy from the wing that will do everything. Understandably, rebounding in the MAAC is not the same as it is in the PBL. A player with that mentality is difficult to find; especially a player who will translate it to on-the-court results. Many guys will say they want double figure rebounds; however, not many are going to go out and do the work it takes to get there. We are happy that Bilal will be coming to town this season.
Posted by Nick Foster at 8:19 AM