Spokaloo, I didnt think you were bashing G-Prep. You do have good points, a new coach is certainly an unknown but I think Coach M will do a good job, he has "new" energy, a youthfull approach to the game and he bleeds Blue and White. He is fortunate to have Nicholas as his court leader, it will make his first year a smooth transition.
What I like about GP is their size. Their starting lineup goes 6'3, 6'5, 6'4, 6'7 and 6'7. Kelly, Sarbaugh both got a lot of minutes last year and should be ready to mature quickly into a starting role. Having the other big kid, Hopkins, will force teams to respect the paint allowing Nicholas to do what he does best, attack the basket from the perimeter. Plus Nicholas wont have to guard the post which takes a lot of energy, he can sag and guard a high post player or wing and save strength for the offensive end.
Also there is a kid, TJ who is a pretty decent point guard. He will allow the backcourt a few different looks and take some ball handling pressure off Sarbaugh.
I will admit they dont look like a #2 team in the state right now, but I am confident they will make it there and then who knows.
The question you should be asking is how in the world is Ferris ranked #3? Not that they are a bad team but they are size challanged and the last game they played was in the championship of the GU camp this summer where they were beaten by 30 by GP. I would think of the two teams they have more to prove, at least you know that Prep produced last year.
Heres to a great season, good banter and the safety of all who compete.
