2012 Recruiting

[forestgreen]

Looks like the Viks picked-up a new big body for 2012:

Lamont Prosser, Power forward
Sheridan, Wyoming
Sheridan C.C.
Ht:6'8"
Wt:275 lbs
Class:2012 (Junior College)
Portland State, COMMITTED (09/29/2011)

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[jonathan]

6'8'', 275 lbs... sounds like a traditional big man there. Anyone know much about him?

 

[martymoose]

6'8'', 275 lbs... sounds like a traditional big man there. Anyone know much about him?

I don't.

I'd like to hear more. About time we have a legit big man.

 

[forestgreen]

6'8'', 275 lbs... sounds like a traditional big man there. Anyone know much about him?

I don't.

I'd like to hear more. About time we have a legit big man.

Some Thoughts on Lamont Prosser

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Portland State recently got a commitment from Lamont Prosser, a 6'8'', 275 pound JUCO forward. He plays at Sheridan College in Sheridan, WY.

Last year as a freshman he averaged about 12 PPG and 7 RPG, shooting a solid 54% for the year. Solid numbers for a freshman anywhere, even a junior college in Wyoming.

He also put up good numbers at prep school, with about 17 PPG, 12 RPG, and over 2 blocks per game. As important, he appears to be a solid guy whose character has drawn the praise of his coaches.

From all accounts he has good footwork around the basket and soft hands, which (along with his strength) allows him to be an effective inside scorer. His height and weight suggest that he can take up some space down low, which is an effective asset as long as he stays in shape.

A Twitter profile called RecruitDirt had this to say about Prosser:


Lamont Prosser from Sheridan JC commits to Portland St 2 days ago...did anybody relay this to the world???...kid is a Top 5 juco player!...
All in all, Prosser seems to be a nice signing for the Vikings. He is a little bit under the radar, but space eaters down low that can score around the basket and rebound their share are quality assets in the Big Sky. With Chehales Tapscott exhausting his eligibility after this season, it was important for Coach Geving to get a big man, and Prosser appears likely to be able to step in and play right away.

 

[forestgreen]

Tuesday, October 11, 2011
Generals Big Man Will Continue Career At Portland State

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(Sheridan, WY) – As the Sheridan College General’s Men’s Basketball team continues to prepare for the upcoming season, one General has decided where his basketball career will continue next fall. Lamont Prosser (6’8 Sophomore Ft. Wayne, IN) has committed to play for Portland State for the 2012-2013 season. The Sporting News preseason super-sophomore averaged 12.1 points and 6.7 rebounds as a freshman for the Generals, helping to lead them to a second straight Region IX Championship game. Lamont came to Sheridan College from Charis Prep in Wilson, North Carolina where he played for Coach Carlos Peralta.

“I am so blessed for the opportunity to move on and play Division I basketball at Portland State,” Prosser commented about his decision. “I am excited to go to such a great school and to continue playing under a great coaching staff. With my decision I have the opportunity to focus on the upcoming season. We are ready this year to win a championship with the great team that we have put together, and all the work we have been doing in the preseason. With five sophomores returning, and an experienced coaching staff, if we continue to work hard, we have the chance to obtain some great goals this year.”


Coach Smiley had this to say about Lamont: “We feel really good about Lamont’s commitment to Portland State during this early period. This will allow Lamont to really focus on academics and basketball and not have to worry or be pressured any more by the recruiting process. Lamont will be playing for a very good coaching staff with Head Coach Tyler Geving and Lamont really feels good about his relationship that he has developed with lead recruiter Anthony Owens. Lamont has a chance to be a special player at Portland State and finish his last two years on a successful note.”

General fans will have the opportunity to continue to follow Prosser as he competes in Big Sky play, facing conference opponents such as Northern Colorado, Montana State, and Montana. The Generals begin their season on October 21st in Casper, Wyoming at the Casper College Jamboree. Preseason play will continue with a home exhibition game on October 27th before the Generals open their season at home against Williston State on November 1st at 7:00 pm.