Great season for both the men and women hoops teams. Katz (Mid-Major Coach of the Year) and the Hornets finally landed a winning season (21-12), won a BSCT game, and won a post season game (CIT). The Lady Hornets (18-16) overcame a brutal non-conference schedule to make a nice run through the BSC regular season and also win a game in the BSCT before advancing to the final 16 of the WNIT. Thank you Hornets!
It was an exciting and enjoyable run on all fronts and it was good to see both programs bring pride and excitement to campus and the community. It was great to once again see the Nest packed to standing room only crowds along with rambunctious student section engaging in taunts and other general banter. I hope these programs continue to play at a competitive level so the crowds continue to come out, and I hope the admin gets off its ass and does something about the horrendous facilities.
Now onto the highly coveted SDH awards:
MVP: Mikh McKinney (19.2 ppg, 4.9 apg, 2.5 spg). Obviously the clear cut winner following his BSC POTY award and All-American honorable mention selection. He provided some amazing highlights in his 3 years here and got it done on both sides of the floor. McKinney finished his career with 1,468 points (4th in Hornet history).
Stalwart Starter: Dylan Garrity (13.9ppg, 2.5 apg). Started almost every game of his entire career and was a key piece in the foundation that got the program to where it is today. He could hit a shot from literally any spot on the court (yes literally, just ask Weber) as he posted some amazing career numbers (45.0% from the floor, 41.7% from 3, 83.6% FT). Garrity finished his career with 1,406 points (6th in Hornet history) is the all-time leader in assists (527), games played (119), games started (116) and total minutes (3,991).
6th Man: Zach Mills (5.9 ppg, 3.2 rpg). Mills didn’t put up eye popping stats but he seemed to be “Johnny on the spot” when this team needed a lift. He had a knack for grabbing the timely boards and had some range as he was able to knock down the occasional 3.
Most Improved: Cody Demps (9.8 ppg, 5.1 rpg, 3.3 apg). Demps stepped up his game tremendously and had a breakout season. His shooting numbers were significantly improved from a season ago as his mid range game and free throw shooting was outstanding all season long and he showed he can get to the rim and create a shot when needed.
Notable Newcomer/Freshman: Justin Strings. Strings’ floor time increased as the season went on, and one can’t help but think he will serve a key role moving forward. Even though his stat line isn’t much to talk about (he only average 4 minutes a game), he brought energy onto the court whenever he came in. Strings will have a lot to work on, but the potential is there.
Honorable Mention:
Alex Tiffin (4.4 ppg, 2.9 rpg) was a close 2nd in the 6th Man category. Even though his overall production only marginally improved, his FT shooting greatly improved and he was able to knock down the mid range jumper at opportune times. Entering this season, I expected Tiffin to just be a body to eat up minutes and fouls but he provided much more than that this season as he picked up the slack inside.
Nick Hornsby’s (6.8 ppg, 5.2 rpg, 1.3 spg) solid year didn’t go unnoticed as he made great strides this season and the argument can be made for the Most Improved Award. The athleticism is clearly there and Hornsby needs to refine his finish at the rim. If he can finish at the rim at an improved clip then I think he will be a monster next season.
Thanks again Hornets!
I didn’t follow the Lady Hornets as closely as the men, so someone else can chime in there if they would like. A poor, ill-informed attempt to point out accolades for their star players by me wouldn't serve them their much deserved noteworthiness.
It was an exciting and enjoyable run on all fronts and it was good to see both programs bring pride and excitement to campus and the community. It was great to once again see the Nest packed to standing room only crowds along with rambunctious student section engaging in taunts and other general banter. I hope these programs continue to play at a competitive level so the crowds continue to come out, and I hope the admin gets off its ass and does something about the horrendous facilities.
Now onto the highly coveted SDH awards:
MVP: Mikh McKinney (19.2 ppg, 4.9 apg, 2.5 spg). Obviously the clear cut winner following his BSC POTY award and All-American honorable mention selection. He provided some amazing highlights in his 3 years here and got it done on both sides of the floor. McKinney finished his career with 1,468 points (4th in Hornet history).
Stalwart Starter: Dylan Garrity (13.9ppg, 2.5 apg). Started almost every game of his entire career and was a key piece in the foundation that got the program to where it is today. He could hit a shot from literally any spot on the court (yes literally, just ask Weber) as he posted some amazing career numbers (45.0% from the floor, 41.7% from 3, 83.6% FT). Garrity finished his career with 1,406 points (6th in Hornet history) is the all-time leader in assists (527), games played (119), games started (116) and total minutes (3,991).
6th Man: Zach Mills (5.9 ppg, 3.2 rpg). Mills didn’t put up eye popping stats but he seemed to be “Johnny on the spot” when this team needed a lift. He had a knack for grabbing the timely boards and had some range as he was able to knock down the occasional 3.
Most Improved: Cody Demps (9.8 ppg, 5.1 rpg, 3.3 apg). Demps stepped up his game tremendously and had a breakout season. His shooting numbers were significantly improved from a season ago as his mid range game and free throw shooting was outstanding all season long and he showed he can get to the rim and create a shot when needed.
Notable Newcomer/Freshman: Justin Strings. Strings’ floor time increased as the season went on, and one can’t help but think he will serve a key role moving forward. Even though his stat line isn’t much to talk about (he only average 4 minutes a game), he brought energy onto the court whenever he came in. Strings will have a lot to work on, but the potential is there.
Honorable Mention:
Alex Tiffin (4.4 ppg, 2.9 rpg) was a close 2nd in the 6th Man category. Even though his overall production only marginally improved, his FT shooting greatly improved and he was able to knock down the mid range jumper at opportune times. Entering this season, I expected Tiffin to just be a body to eat up minutes and fouls but he provided much more than that this season as he picked up the slack inside.
Nick Hornsby’s (6.8 ppg, 5.2 rpg, 1.3 spg) solid year didn’t go unnoticed as he made great strides this season and the argument can be made for the Most Improved Award. The athleticism is clearly there and Hornsby needs to refine his finish at the rim. If he can finish at the rim at an improved clip then I think he will be a monster next season.
Thanks again Hornets!
I didn’t follow the Lady Hornets as closely as the men, so someone else can chime in there if they would like. A poor, ill-informed attempt to point out accolades for their star players by me wouldn't serve them their much deserved noteworthiness.
