Roster Revealed: New Season, New Depth

The basketball team has concluded its preseason, with the focus now shifting to the season opener against Niagara. The established starting five includes guards Miles Sadler, Finley Bizjack, and Joson Sanon, forward Brenen Lorient, and center Mouhamed Sylla. This lineup was utilized in two of the three exhibition games, with Sanon being held out of one contest as a precaution.

This group is noted for its speed, athleticism, and versatility, with all five players demonstrating the ability to shoot and handle the ball effectively. Even center Mouhamed Sylla has shown comfort bringing the ball up the floor, a departure from more traditional center roles.

The team's rotation players—guard Martin Somerville, forwards Seydou Traore and Javan Buchanan, and center Amadou Seini—are also being highlighted for their quality. Coach Ross Hodge suggested that many of these players could start elsewhere, emphasizing the roster's significantly increased depth compared to the previous season. This depth ensures minimal performance drop-off when players are substituted.

Players like Keonte Greybear are considered "on the bubble," with potential opportunities early in the season against lower-level opponents. Developmental prospects, including center Aliou Dioum, are also part of the roster. Dioum, a former highly recruited player, is seen as having potential but will likely require more development time before seeing significant minutes, with next year being a more realistic timeframe for impact.