As their season began with a victory, San Diego State basketball planted seeds this week for the future by inking a pair of four-star recruits. Commit San Diego State 2021 Basketball Prospects (5) San Diego State 2021 Basketball Prospects. From the desert to paradise in America's Finest City. But he grew up dreaming of playing for USC and committed shortly after the Trojans offered him. Peak Perspective: Boise State had a gentle fall to rock bottom and has now rebuilt its foundation. 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In short, there isnt much not to like in this class for the Aztecs. Now hes pushing 6-8. He was second in both scoring (14.4) and rebounding (5.9) before leaving the team in late February a day after leading scorer Xavier Johnson did. Dec 11, 2021; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Sierra Canyon High School guard Bronny James looks on against Perry High School at Footprint Center. Take this week. He contributes to the blocking game and is also challenging to bring down with just one defender. Hes similar to Allen Iverson. He was 6-7 as a freshman in college. #GoAztecs pic.twitter.com/S56bKwX1zF. SDSUs veteran staff took the opposite approach, knowing what they were looking for and quickly identifying four targets after the Section 7 events in Arizona (one with high school teams, the other with AAU teams). Haskell is going to need some time to develop, but he has the size and speed at quarterback that the Aztecs have been missing. Baker was born in the Dominican Republic and grew up there with his parents, Carmen Laura Mazara and Derek Baker, until moving to New Jersey during high school to live with his grandfather, Bailey Baker. 6-8 / Weve done better than most teams in the country at working the transfer market, finding the right pieces to what we do, and have every confidence well continue to do that.. Aztecs land commitment from 6-9 basketball recruit from Oakland area - The San Diego Union-Tribune Aztecs Aztecs land commitment from 6-9 basketball recruit from Oakland area Aztecs fans cheer. He and two other former Aztec players say they are innocent. San Diego State DL Jonah Tavai, WR Jesse Matthews best prospects for three-day draft, though several Aztecs expected to be free-agent signings, Privacy PolicyTerms of ServiceSign Up For Our NewslettersSite Map, Copyright 2023, The San Diego Union-Tribune |. The Aztecs are building a great recruiting class as they. The final number is expected to top 1,000, or approximately one in five scholarship players across the 350-odd programs in Division I. Tap in for the best reactions , Watch highlights from the Aztecs' historic title run ahead of tonight's championship, Stacked guest list for the mens national title game. One connection is Evan Brock, who grew up with JD Pollock, SDSU basketballs director of player development. Brady is a hard-hitting, athletic linebacker. 185, PG / Byrd turned 17 in September in an era when kids are held back once and sometimes twice before high school to literally be men among boys on the AAU circuit. The Aztecs could conceivably put a lineup on the floor next season that goes 6-3, 6-4, 6-7, 6-9 and 6-10, an average nearly three inches taller than the starting five in 2020-21 that had only one player over 6-6 and included 5-8 Terrell Gomez. Heres how coach Brian Dutcher and his staff answered it: by getting commitments from a trio of high school seniors. 210, SF / Mexico national soccer team could be coming to Snapdragon Stadium, Point Loma Nazarene promotes Justin Downer as next mens basketball coach, San Ysidro High School basketball star Mikey Williams pleads not guilty to shooting at vehicle, College baseball weekend: Point Loma Nazarene earns second straight PacWest title, Audio reveals tense, emotional meeting in DAs office over SDSU gang rape allegations, No Aztecs selected in 2023 NFL Draft, but seven players sign as free agents, Judge unseals sexually graphic videos in SDSU gang rape case, but with two-week delay, Recording details prosecutors decision not to file criminal charges in SDSU rape case, Aztecs hope to hear names called this week during 2023 NFL Draft, Padres Daily: Xander Bogaerts approach to hitting adds up; Fernando Tatis Jr.s Petco Park return, Column: Padres confidence-swelling sweep of Giants in Mexico City could signal true momentum, Matt Carpenter helps Padres fashion a two-game sweep of Giants in Mexico City, Padres notes: Yu Darvish recovers with hard stuff; Austin Nola uses new lumber; Nelson Cruz borrows a triple, Padres on deck: Reds in town for Fernando Tatis Jr.s home debut, Stacked with superstars, the Padres have a team built to win like no other before it, AP source: Broncos pick up Jerry Jeudys fifth-year option, Defiant boxing body IBA aims for progress in Olympic dispute, Carrasco could return soon to depleted Mets rotation, Flames fire head coach Sutter after disappointing season, AP Interview: Owner Vincent Viola talks Panthers, Forte. 1 hour ago. New Zealand has a great name and the talent to back it up. The last two Jalen McDaniels and Malachi Flynn are in the NBA, which no doubt was a selling point. Even if both stay, the Aztecs still must probably replace three starters. 17 Cincinnati, headed to one. It will keep going. Maui Invitational (@MauiInv) April 1, 2021 The Aztecs will be joined by Arkansas, Arizona, Cincinnati, Creighton, Louisville, Ohio State, and Texas Tech. Two left the team in January, and seven were in the transfer portal this spring. Ross is one of the better offensive linemen entering the Mountain West. And they did it despite USC hiring away Jay Morris, their assistant coach and recruiting coordinator. Watch SDSU's top plays from the final game. 180, C / Elijah Saunders, a 6-8, 220 pound forward who will graduate next year from Sunnyslope High School in Phoenix, is nationally ranked No. His father, Calvin Byrd, is a former college basketball player. He and two other former Aztec players say they are innocent. Why recruit young, inexperienced, unproven high school players when you can just get old and stay old with the annual replenishment of proven commodities from an ever-deepening transfer well? Darrion figures to develop into a productive rusher for the Aztecs. He has breakaway speed that allows him to turn quick routes into huge gains. He was named to the American Athletic Conferences all-freshman team after averaging 7.3 points, 5.9 rebounds, 1.2 steals and 1.3 blocks per game. Its a fair question for SDSU, which forged a sterling reputation for unearthing diamonds from a scrap heap that was about to get bigger with fewer restrictions. 32-7. He explodes off the line and punishes defenders with his hits as a run blocker. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (CO/IL/IN/LA/MD/MI/NJ/OH/PA/TN/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (KS/NH), 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA), visit OPGR.org (OR), or 1-888-532-3500(VA). Interested (1) Pos Ht / Wt Rating Status. If we can get the right freshmen and we think theyre good enough, then well just plug holes with transfers later. His high school film shows him as player with great pocket presence who can also beat defenses with his legs. San Diego State Basketball gets off to a good start in its 2022 recruiting class, landing talented three-star forward prospect Elijah Saunders. 165 21 18. A school or two call him, just to see where his head was. Basketball. SDSU coach Brian Dutcher (left), assistant Dave Velasquez and the rest of the staff landed a prep recruiting class ranked 19th nationally by 247Sports. Point Guard (2) Pos Ht / Wt Rating Status. Johnson played the 2-guard for both his AAU teams, Dream Vision and Seattle Rotary, instead of his more natural position on the ball, likely costing him more attention from programs that didnt do their homework. BROOKINGS, S.D. Duquesnes Chad Baker dunks the ball against Richmond during the Atlantic 10 tournament in March. In a vein similar to others, he has a big-frame making him an easy target in the passing game. But after averaging 22.1 points, 9.6 rebounds, 2.5 assists and 3.2 blocks, hes hardly a secret. Saunders is a consensus three-star prospect (247sportsComposite has his as a four-star), listed at 68 and around 220 pounds. Tyrell is another transfer, joining his teammate Jalen from Mississippi State. 5 player in Washington by Scorebooklive.com analyst Dan Dickau, a former star guard at Gonzaga. 175, SG / Jalen comes as a transfer from Mississippi State to the SDSU quarterback room. 11/10/2020. LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - MARCH 13: The San Diego State Aztecs celebrate their 68-57 victory over the Utah State Aggies in the championship game of the Mountain West Conference basketball tournament at the Thomas & Mack Center on March 13, 2021 in Las Vegas, Nevada. In Brian Dutchers quest to cook up another championship basketball team at San Diego State, he went out and got a Baker. He is quick enough and smart enough to hold his own in pass coverage. The thing I liked most the first time I saw him play was his ability to change speeds and directions to create space and get where he wanted on the court. We won't use your email for any other purpose, and you can opt out at any time via an unsubscribe link. Were trying to look at all those factors. Whichever program lands him will be getting an instant impact player at the next level.. Ilaisa brings college-ready size to the offensive line. Leonard showcases his explosiveness by being physical at the point of contact as soon as the ball is snapped, winning his battle at the line. Peak Perspective: How can New Mexico break out of its cycle? Theyre just scratching what they could be. 6-2 / 6-6 / They managed to bring in some of the top-rated talent in the state of California, bolstering their rankings in multiple positions. Dalton regularly fights off double teams and causes havoc in the backfield, disrupting quarterbacks and running backs alike. Cam is an electric running back coming out of Texas. The landscape of college basketball recruiting is shifting. 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Fiaseu really excels in his coverage ability, allowing him to neutralize offenses as he can cover multiple positions. No. He can play up in the box, in a short zone, in coverage, or as a deep safety. Theyre expected to sign letters of intent when the November window opens Nov. 10, a day after the Aztecs season opener against UC Riverside at Viejas Arena.