Welcome to the Family Kaleb Washington!

[lhsgolf19]

Another Phenomenal Get by this staff!

Kaleb Washington
@KalebWashingt0n
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IM 110% COMMITTED TO UNIVERSITY OF DAYTON!!!! GO FLYERSRed circleBlue circleWhite circle https://instagram.com/p/CG06ZLmjuRI/...=1rr3x23es24d0

6'7"/6'8" Wing (will play the 2/3 for us) is long, athletic with massive upside... He's actually Pre-Season 1st Team All-State in Georgia.

[John C.]

The thing I like about both Washington and Holmes is their versatility defensively. And they both pride themselves on what they can do on the defensive end.

[Marysville Flyer]

If this keeps up Chris is gonna have to dole out a bunch of money for new servers. Wow!!

AG is filling the roster with long and athletic guys - watch out
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[FlyerBob]

...and just like that we're going to be in the top 25 nationally in recruiting IMHO. Welcome to the family Kaleb! I have a hunch your gonna like it here very much.

[IndianaFlyer]

So glad you chose the Flyers Kaleb, can’t wait to watch you play!
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[TX Flyer]

Originally Posted by FlyerBob ...and just like that we're going to be in the top 25 nationally in recruiting IMHO. Welcome to the family Kaleb! I have a hunch your gonna like it here very much.

Time for 1-2 more top 50 recruits to get top 5

[Jeff]

Holy crap

[NJFlyr71]

Welcome to the Flyers! A better choice you could not have made. Coach Grant will get you to your dreams.

[steverino015]

welcome to the Flyers!

not done yet

Go Flyers!

[lhsgolf19]

This kid is an absolute stud and only getting better... Program altering last few days... Remarkable

[John C.]

Wait until you step into the Arena the first time with 13,500 people screaming. It is an amazing experience! You will be forever loved in Dayton young man.

[redbengal]

In Brian Snow’s report on the commitment he says Dayton now has the #22 recruiting class. He used the 247Sports ranking of #133 for Kaleb which is 3 stars.

[FlyerBob]

Rivals has us #21.... so far

[Jeff]

So this is what it feels like to be a Browns fan?

Winning the off-season?

[Hobopotamus1]

This is getting out of hand.

[Hobopotamus1]

Watching highlights. This guy can legitimately play the 2. We could be 6'6"+ 6'8" at the 1 and the 2.

[T-Bone 84]

Welcome to the Flyer Family, Kaleb! Looking forward to seeing you representing the Red and Blue!
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[CJ#4]

Thoughts:
1) Congratulations to the coaching and athletic staff. Last year was a ridiculous accomplishment on the court, and you've followed it up with great success off the court.
2) Not that they necessarily would, but am I right that (depending on which website you use) UD could start a lineup of all four-star recruits in 21-22? Weaver-Cohill-Washington-Holmes-Johnson.
3) If the 21-22 Flyers at times run out a lineup of Weaver, Washington, Nwokeji, Holmes and Chase Johnson, that might be the most impressive collection of size and athleticism from 1-5 that I can remember from a UD team.
4) None of it means anything unless everybody gets to work. Remember that even after 29-2, nobody's giving UD much respect this year. Put that chip back on your shoulder and prove it again.

[Bonziflyer]

A nice listen from Adam Finkelstein ESPN

https://twitter.com/i/status/1320884222463270913

[Gazoo]

Originally Posted by CJ#4 2) Not that they necessarily would, but am I right that (depending on which website you use) UD could start a lineup of all four-star recruits in 21-22? Weaver-Cohill-Washington-Holmes-Johnson. 3) If the 21-22 Flyers at times run out a lineup of Weaver, Washington, Nwokeji, Holmes and Chase Johnson, that might be the most impressive collection of size and athleticism from 1-5 that I can remember from a UD team.

I hope Malachai Smith is running wind sprints right now because he's going to collect a lot of assists if he can play like his older brother.

[CvilleFlyer]

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[CvilleFlyer]

This is going to be fun watching all this talent. The UD Arena will be rocking! Good choice, Kaleb! Congrats on becoming a Flyer!
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[flyer016]

More interesting than the recruiting rankings, Grant is building a very long roster.

Frazier is listed as 6'5"; Brea and Blakney at 6'6"; Nwokeji at 6'7". Weaver is listed at 6'6".

Recruiting profiles have Kaleb Washington between 6'6" and 6'8". DaRon Holmes appears to be at least 6'8".

All of these guys appear to rank somewhere between good and great athletes as well.

The only guy the program has brought in over the last two classes under 6'5" is Malachi Smith, and he'll be a pure PG. It appears Grant values length and versatility, and it's not hard to imagine all that size wrecking havoc on the defensive end.

[pmcmullen]

Originally Posted by flyer016 More interesting than the recruiting rankings, Grant is building a very long roster. Frazier is listed as 6'5"; Brea and Blakney at 6'6"; Nwokeji at 6'7". Weaver is listed at 6'6". Recruiting profiles have Kaleb Washington between 6'6" and 6'8". DaRon Holmes appears to be at least 6'8". All of these guys appear to rank somewhere between good and great athletes as well. The only guy the program has brought in over the last two classes under 6'5" is Malachi Smith, and he'll be a pure PG. It appears Grant values length and versatility, and it's not hard to imagine all that size wrecking havoc on the defensive end.

It seems, based on size, the whole team are built like 2-4 players. If some of these kids can handle the ball to run point, that's awesome. And, it seems a couple have that handle.

It seems to me the only missing piece is a true 5. I'd love to see a David West style post player mixed in here. Big enough to slam mass around, but also still quick enough to not be trailing down the floor all night. Even with Obi, this was still where we got smacked around last year. Jordy couldn't stay on the floor long enough, and frankly, he was normally out-matched even when he could - with the exception perhaps of the last couple games of the season.

[frisco flyer]

There has been a few comments about a true center. I thought we have one in Moulaye!

He has been with the team for a year now, and physically he sure looks like someone who can handle the workload. I am hoping he has the basketball skills to hold his own.

The future for this team has not looked so good in a very long time. It now looks like there’s a system in place and we can begin to expect making the tournament and winning games year in and year out.

[Gazoo]

Originally Posted by pmcmullen It seems to me the only missing piece is a true 5. I'd love to see a David West style post player mixed in here. Big enough to slam mass around, but also still quick enough to not be trailing down the floor all night. Even with Obi, this was still where we got smacked around last year. Jordy couldn't stay on the floor long enough, and frankly, he was normally out-matched even when he could - with the exception perhaps of the last couple games of the season.

I don't think so, we've got Moulaye for a few years and there are only rare games where you need more than a single true center. Even when you play the top 5 programs, they typically have 1 dominant center and then another guy who's big but not a centerpiece of the offense, he's just there to fill space. So if we've got a single 6'10" guy who can play defense we've met the minimum. If we've got one who can play defense and run the floor, we've got an advantage in most games. If we've got one who can play defense, run the floor, and has touch around the rim, we're golden.

And if we have 2 of them, we're Kentucky.

[jack72]

Originally Posted by Gazoo I don't think so, we've got Moulaye for a few years and there are only rare games where you need more than a single true center. Even when you play the top 5 programs, they typically have 1 dominant center and then another guy who's big but not a centerpiece of the offense, he's just there to fill space. So if we've got a single 6'10" guy who can play defense we've met the minimum. If we've got one who can play defense and run the floor, we've got an advantage in most games. If we've got one who can play defense, run the floor, and has touch around the rim, we're golden. And if we have 2 of them, we're Kentucky.

We want to be KY. In fact we want to be better than KY. One center is great if he is an A player, doesn't get injured and stays out of foul trouble. So no, we need two.

[Runnin' Rebel]

Originally Posted by Gazoo I don't think so, we've got Moulaye for a few years and there are only rare games where you need more than a single true center. Even when you play the top 5 programs, they typically have 1 dominant center and then another guy who's big but not a centerpiece of the offense, he's just there to fill space. So if we've got a single 6'10" guy who can play defense we've met the minimum. If we've got one who can play defense and run the floor, we've got an advantage in most games. If we've got one who can play defense, run the floor, and has touch around the rim, we're golden. And if we have 2 of them, we're Kentucky.

This is why a Castro commitment would be huge!

[FlyerinChicago]

Was anyone aware that Kaleb visited campus on 10/9? He was sold soon after and took no further school visits.

[SLUFLYER]

Originally Posted by FlyerinChicago Was anyone aware that Kaleb visited campus on 10/9? He was sold soon after and took no further school visits.

I thought I read somewhere in these threads that perhaps he made/paid for his own visit? I assume that was/is because schools are precluded from official campus visits at this time?

[Sid Louick]

Originally Posted by SLUFLYER I thought I read somewhere in these threads that perhaps he made/paid for his own visit? I assume that was/is because schools are precluded from official campus visits at this time?

I think that was Castro,

[steverino015]

I thought that was Castro,
also

Go Flyers!

[Lifelong Flyer Fan]

Both Castro and Kaleb Washington visited UD and took the admissions tour. Both of course had to pay their own way. The article I will link below tells about Kaleb's visit. He was able to see the Arena also and talk to two players outside of Cronin. Good article
https://www.daytondailynews.com/spor...HRYHIXUOQC4OI/

[San Diego Flyer]

You watch these young talented players, and it feels like we have several Obi-clones in the making. Appears to be genuine 4 star talent with significant upside.

[NorthwestFlyer]

This is awesome! Grant is doing a stellar job!

[steverino015]

this is really looking outstanding!

Go Flyers!

[MrFlyerFanatic]

Originally Posted by flyer016 More interesting than the recruiting rankings, Grant is building a very long roster. Frazier is listed as 6'5"; Brea and Blakney at 6'6"; Nwokeji at 6'7". Weaver is listed at 6'6". Recruiting profiles have Kaleb Washington between 6'6" and 6'8". DaRon Holmes appears to be at least 6'8". All of these guys appear to rank somewhere between good and great athletes as well. The only guy the program has brought in over the last two classes under 6'5" is Malachi Smith, and he'll be a pure PG. It appears Grant values length and versatility, and it's not hard to imagine all that size wrecking havoc on the defensive end.

A far cry from 6 scholarship players and a walk-on. None of which were over 6'6".

[lhsgolf19]

Kaleb is off to a great start to his season

Was named Game MVP, scoring 17 points, this past weekend when his team, Wheeler, went head to head against 2021 Top 10 Player & Auburn signee Jabari Smith & Sandy Creek

Full Highlights of the game
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S_-uqJgOcjc

So long and talented

[Sid Louick]

Is he #14?

[The Fly]

Originally Posted by Sid Louick Is he #14?

Yep, that’s him.

[Medford]

Don't know who his teammate is, #4, but I liked the look of his highlights in that package. Don't recall seeing any 3 pointers, so perhaps he's a London Warren type who can't shoot, but he can get to the rim and finish.

	London Warren LONDON WARREN 6-0 185lb Junior Raines, HS | Jacksonville FL Nicknamed the "Jacksonville Jet", London Warren is perhaps UD's quickest player baseline to baseline. Leader in steals defensively, he likes to push tempo on offense. Working on his shot and confidence at the charity stripe. 2007-08 | 4.3ppg 2.9rpg 2006-07 | 2.4ppg 1.7rpg

[Medford]

Apparently he's a top 25 type talent in the 2023 class:


https://247sports.com/player/isaiah-collier-46098116/


Maybe he'll want to play ball in college with his HS teammate

[TA111]

Just found this quick video of Kaleb. Big time athlete and player. https://twitter.com/overtime/status/...334556166?s=20

[The Fly]

Wow. Already pumped for a front line of Amzil, Holmes and Washington. Looks like our dunk drought will be short-lived.