(2013) F Kevin Thomas [Palm Beach State - Signed LOI]

[Lil' Red]

I saw on another site that the staff went down to Palm Beach to visit him. I like the fact that this staff recruits on the road during the season!

You certainly have to commend the staff for the effort they put into recruiting.

[Minnesota_husker]

Tweeted at Robin Washut... He mentioned that Thomas might visit on 2/16

[flatwaterfan]

He's a real good rebounder and athlete. Has good nice skills and a high ceiling. Would love to see him visit.

[Huskball]

Has anyone heard if Thomas did get a visit scheduled or if he visiting this weekend? (Feb 16)

[SUHperman]

Has anyone heard if Thomas did get a visit scheduled or if he visiting this weekend? (Feb 16)

@RobinWashut: I'm told juco forward Kevin Thomas of Palm Beach St. (Fla.) will not be coming to Lincoln for an official visit this weekend. #Nebrasketball

[Minnesota_husker]

Has anyone heard if Thomas did get a visit scheduled or if he visiting this weekend? (Feb 16)

@RobinWashut: I'm told juco forward Kevin Thomas of Palm Beach St. (Fla.) will not be coming to Lincoln for an official visit this weekend. #Nebrasketball

That doesnt bode well.

[Huskball]

Here is that rest of the twitter conversation. Washut makes it sound like it was more of Nebraska's decision to stop pursuing him. Regardless, sounds like it's a wrap for Thomas here.

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   Tyler Rabe ‏@tylerrabe
   @RobinWashut is he no longer interested or did something come up?
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   14 Feb Robin Washut ‏@RobinWashut
   @MikePalmer_ Atewe is priority No. 1. His decision will play a big role in what they do with the other spot. Could be another juco also.
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   14 Feb Robin Washut ‏@RobinWashut
   @tylerrabe I think he just doesn't really fit what they need right now (i.e. size)
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   14 Feb Tyler Rabe ‏@tylerrabe
   @RobinWashut they need some big guys don't they?? Or since he is a forward they feel they are good at that position?
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   14 Feb Robin Washut ‏@RobinWashut
   @tylerrabe His body type fits more of a David Rivers mold, albeit much more talented. They need more strength and physicality though.
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   14 Feb nubball2 ‏@nubball2
   @RobinWashut That isn't good...we out then for him?
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   14 Feb Robin Washut ‏@RobinWashut
   @nubball2 more than likely, yes.
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   14 Feb Random Husker Fan ‏@RandomHuskerFan
   @RobinWashut @nubball2 I believe NU dropped Thomas, not the other way around.
   

[flatwaterfan]

I can understand this. It makes sense. Pitchford can be our starting center but he would make a better starting PF. Have Atewe start at Center and bring in another big juco body to compete at center. That would give us pretty solid 2 deep with lots of great competition at the wings.

 

C Atewe, Juco, Serge

PF Pitchford, Rivers or Petteway

Wing Petteway or Shields or Fuller

Wing Gallegos, Petteway or Hawkins

PG Biggs, Webster, Parker

[Minnesota_husker]

I didnt think he looked as light as Rivers, but makes sense.

 

We need a few big/physical guys... Actually, strike the "big" I just want a physical guy who can go get rebounds. We will be fine offensively.. i just want a rebound pitbull.

[flatwaterfan]

I didnt think he looked as light as Rivers, but makes sense.

 

We need a few big/physical guys... Actually, strike the "big" I just want a physical guy who can go get rebounds. We will be fine offensively.. i just want a rebound pitbull.

 

Yah, I'll take a Charles Barkley along with Atewe.

[SouthLincoln Husker]

Maybe there is a good chance of getting Russell in 2014, which give us a 3-4 yr. player or maybe grades are a issue?

[Blackshirts007]

Maybe there is a good chance of getting Russell in 2014, which give us a 3-4 yr. player or maybe grades are a issue?

we will not be getting a 5 star kid anytime soon if ever.

[HUSKER FREAK]

Maybe there is a good chance of getting Russell in 2014, which give us a 3-4 yr. player or maybe grades are a issue?

we will not be getting a 5 star kid anytime soon if ever.

I wouldn't say that. It may not happen in the next few years, but if the coaches can keep improving the players the way they have been these players will see an opportunity to be the "Man". This is how K-State became relevant I believe?

[Hedley Lamarr]

Tai Webster is considered one of the top 30 players around in this class. Heck we had Robert Sallie signed and delivered and he was a 5 star way back when. Our admissions dept ruined that for us.

 

I would bet Miles brings in a 5 star in the next 5 years no questions asked. We will also win our first tourney game in that time.

[flatwaterfan]

Maybe there is a good chance of getting Russell in 2014, which give us a 3-4 yr. player or maybe grades are a issue?

we will not be getting a 5 star kid anytime soon if ever.

I wouldn't say that. It may not happen in the next few years, but if the coaches can keep improving the players the way they have been these players will see an opportunity to be the "Man". This is how K-State became relevant I believe?

 

Huggins used his time between jobs to gain some advantages with some kids. He also hired the AAU coach of a certain player. IMO that's how KSU turned it around so quickly. IMO They cheated or work the shady areas if that's how you want to call it.

 

http://www.sportsbyb...s-huggins-29891