(2018) PF Jake Forrester to IU

[Bailey7878 2,506]

Jake Forrester, Westtown School (Pa.): Forrester finished with 18 points and 10 rebounds in a 76-66 loss to Our Savior (NY) on Dec. 3. Forrester had 22 points and 10 rebounds in a loss to Georgetown Prep at the National Hoop Fest on Dec. 9. Forrester was scoreless in 10 minutes in a 77-69 win over Holy Spirit at the National Hoop Fest on Dec. 10.

Was he injured, sick, or foul trouble in that third game? 10 minutes seems really low for a key front court player.


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He sounds like a for sure four year guy who might need a redshirt season. I'm not seeing numbers that show he could come in and play right away unless the competition is really good.

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[Stuhoo 75,559]

 

Part of his reduced stat line might be a product of playing for a high school team that seems to have an offensive game plan of launching as many three pointers as humanly possible.

They attempted 25 of 'em in the game this week. That's a lot.

 

[BottomLine 677]

33 minutes ago, Stuhoo said:

 

Part of his reduced stat line might be a product of playing for a high school team that seems to have an offensive game plan of launching as many three pointers as humanly possible.

They attempted 25 of 'em in the game this week. That's a lot.

 

The big honcho in that team is Reddish.  He is 6-9 and a Duke commit, probable McDonalds all American, and has the green light to cut loose wherever he is on the floor.  

[TXHoosierDaddy 1,375]

1 hour ago, Stuhoo said:

 

Part of his reduced stat line might be a product of playing for a high school team that seems to have an offensive game plan of launching as many three pointers as humanly possible.

They attempted 25 of 'em in the game this week. That's a lot.

 

I would still like to see this guy consistently getting double digit boards with three or four blocks a game. Forget the offense. 

[Class of '66 Old Fart 80,939]

Link to box score to Westtown's 62-60 loss to Cannon School in the Chick-fil-A classic.   Either whistle happy refs or a very sloppy game based on the number of fouls called.  Forrester fouled out with only 12 minutes of court time.

http://s3.amazonaws.com/vnn-aws-sites/9511/files/2017/12/ed209a5bed4a5526-Game-16-Cannon-School-vs.-Westtown-School.pdf

[WayneFleekHoosier 46,725]

Looking like a long term prospect. Good athleticism. But his talented HS team is losing a lot and he isn't exceeding expectations.


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[IUHAHN81 2,176]

Can only hope he is yet another recruit we don't expect to impact right away that ends up standing out.  Seems that is becoming the norm for us.  

[HoosierAloha 29,887]

Can only hope he is yet another recruit we don't expect to impact right away that ends up standing out.  Seems that is becoming the norm for us.  

I don't expect him to play that much as a freshman. If he does I expect okay defense and not much offense. I like what he can provide going forward though.


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[Old Friend 8,389]

30 minutes ago, IUHAHN82 said:

Can only hope he is yet another recruit we don't expect to impact right away that ends up standing out.  Seems that is becoming the norm for us.  

Phinisee will come in here and either start right away or be very prominent off the bench

Anderson is the shooter we need and will play

Hunter will contribute significantly if not start.

[Stuhoo 75,559]

Phinisee will come in here and either start right away or be very prominent off the bench

Anderson is the shooter we need and will play

Hunter will contribute significantly if not start.

 

And I expect Race Thompson to be a rotation big right away.

 

 

 

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[IUHAHN81 2,176]

15 minutes ago, Old Friend said:

Phinisee will come in here and either start right away or be very prominent off the bench

Anderson is the shooter we need and will play

Hunter will contribute significantly if not start.

100% agree

[IUHAHN81 2,176]

18 minutes ago, Stuhoo said:

 

And I expect Race Thompson to be a rotation big right away.

 

 

 

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Absolutely! A yr of practice as a head start.  I hope so!

[Class of '66 Old Fart 80,939]

Westtown (PA) F Jake Forrester (@begreatjake): 14 PTS, 11 REB, 4 BLK, 2 STL  in a 77-67 loss to Huntington Prep.  He was 7-11 from the field.

 

[Bailey7878 2,506]

Can only hope he is yet another recruit we don't expect to impact right away that ends up standing out.  Seems that is becoming the norm for us.  

Not impressed at all with him. I'd say by year three maybe he can contribute but he will not play next year. Needs to be redshirted.

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[WayneFleekHoosier 46,725]

Not impressed at all with him. I'd say by year three maybe he can contribute but he will not play next year. Needs to be redshirted.

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Although I partly agree, our team lacks both front court size and athleticism. That seems to be Jake's calling card. He will get a shot at time because of that alone and his supposed motor. Race had decent size but isn't too athletic either. Jake will be the only one to offer both skill sets. Well, and Juwan.

I just wish we were seeing better results this season in HS. If he was getting these numbers in winning efforts, I'd like that better.


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[Brass Cannon 24,064]

His rebounding numbers look pretty good. Anybody see him play. How's his defense?

[VO5 8,272]

He had one bad game recently. Since when is 14 and 11 a bad game for a guy who likely never gets a play ran for him? He’ll contribute before year 3

[GloryDays 5,888]

He had one bad game recently. Since when is 14 and 11 a bad game for a guy who likely never gets a play ran for him? He’ll contribute before year 3

Cam Reddish isnt exactly the most willing passer Ive seen.

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[Bailey7878 2,506]

He had one bad game recently. Since when is 14 and 11 a bad game for a guy who likely never gets a play ran for him? He’ll contribute before year 3

Maybe year two I just don't see year one imo. Moore put up good hs numbers and is on the bench. Maybe I will be wrong.

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5 hours ago, VO5 said:

He had one bad game recently. Since when is 14 and 11 a bad game for a guy who likely never gets a play ran for him? He’ll contribute before year 3

I'm not sure I buy that.  Clifton Moore is taller and bigger and can't get a sniff.  When he does, he looks very awkward and unready for D1 basketball.  Forrester isn't as good as Moore was; and I just don't see it.  

The "yang" to this is I really think Miller believes in building teams that have experience and size; so with a few 4 year players; I expect solid teams.