Just a few quick hitters from Donahue's press conference:
Style of play
- Talked about his exciting brand of basketball
- Emphasized fast pace, diving for loose balls, and playing before the defense is set
- Hopes to score 75-80 points a game
- His teams share the ball as well as anyone in the country
Recruiting
- He is aware of the negative media spin about his recruiting abilities but doesn't believe it
- Has made hundreds of connections with high school and AAU coaches over his 20 years
- Said he has already received calls from coaches talking about sending athletes to BC
Personality
- Seems like a very excited, passionate guy
- Definitely a coach who is willing to be the face of the program
- Met with students and shook hands during the student rally
Overall
I came away impressed by what Donahue said and his visions for the program. The student body is certainly excited about his arrival and I think his up-tempo style of play will be fun to watch. I'm not sure how our current players will fit in. I think Jackson, Trapani and incoming frosh Kevin Noreen could thrive as they will push the ball and create open looks.
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