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Title: Terrance Thompson to Marshall
Post by: Herdmeister on April 27, 2015, 02:14:36 PM
Tweeted by Landon and Redd that Terrance Thompson a 6-7 power forward is on his way to MU. Was at Charlotte one semester and then ended up at Georgia Highlands JC. Avg something like 9 points and 8 rebounds. He will have 3 years to play at Marshall beginning 15-16 season.
I assume that barring any defections that we have given out all of our scholarships for the coming season.
Looks like a good get for Danny and The Herd!
Title: Re: Terrance Thompson to Marshall
Post by: Buffalo Bop on April 27, 2015, 02:18:52 PM
It's nice to see another big man added to the roster. A good get by us.
Title: Re: Terrance Thompson to Marshall
Post by: _sturt_ on April 27, 2015, 02:23:07 PM


(http://content.screencast.com/users/spook1320/folders/Jing/media/970d924f-809b-4452-982c-2d4e544ef660/2015-04-27_1325.png)
Title: Re: Terrance Thompson to Marshall
Post by: _sturt_ on April 27, 2015, 03:00:26 PM
Found this from the old Charlotte media guide...

(http://content.screencast.com/users/spook1320/folders/Jing/media/3bdc241a-a936-41d7-bc34-0061a1dde3d1/2015-04-27_1349.png)

So, he did a prep school, then Charlotte for a year, then a JV... so assuming he turned 18 in 2012 when he graduated HS, that makes him 21 this year with 3 years of eligibility remaining?

And, one has to wonder, given that he only started 3 games for Georgia Highlands... only averaged 6 minutes per game tho he played in 36 total... yet, 9.6 ppg?... 8.9 rpg?... dang... that's some SERIOUS production... there's got to be more to this story, b/c what coach leaves 62 pts per 40 minutes on the bench?

EDIT

Check out that FG%.

Perhaps that's a good reason to leave 62 pts per 40 min on the bench.
Title: Re: Terrance Thompson to Marshall
Post by: Luke80 on April 27, 2015, 03:15:13 PM
I hope that date on the bottom of the video is wrong. It would be 8 years old.that would make it from mide school
Title: Re: Terrance Thompson to Marshall
Post by: HerdKelly on April 27, 2015, 03:20:34 PM
Those minutes per game are screwed up.  If you go here...

http://stats.njcaa.org/sports/mbkb/2014-15/div1/boxscores/20141210_3qzy.xml

you will find the boxscores.  It shows every player as having played one minute in the game. 
Title: Re: Terrance Thompson to Marshall
Post by: _sturt_ on April 27, 2015, 03:33:31 PM
Good catch. I didn't bother to look.
Title: Re: Terrance Thompson to Marshall
Post by: Herdmeister on April 27, 2015, 03:36:36 PM
Found this from the old Charlotte media guide...

(http://content.screencast.com/users/spook1320/folders/Jing/media/3bdc241a-a936-41d7-bc34-0061a1dde3d1/2015-04-27_1349.png)

So, he did a prep school, then Charlotte for a year, then a JV... so assuming he turned 18 in 2012 when he graduated HS, that makes him 21 this year with 3 years of eligibility remaining?

And, one has to wonder, given that he only started 3 games for Georgia Highlands... only averaged 6 minutes per game tho he played in 36 total... yet, 9.6 ppg?... 8.9 rpg?... dang... that's some SERIOUS production... there's got to be more to this story, b/c what coach leaves 62 pts per 40 minutes on the bench?

EDIT

Check out that FG%.

Perhaps that's a good reason to leave 62 pts per 40 min on the bench.


He was at Charlotte for less than a semester in the 14-15 school year then finish the 2014-15 year at Georgia Highlands. That means he has 3 years remaining.
Title: Re: Terrance Thompson to Marshall
Post by: HerdKelly on April 27, 2015, 03:44:29 PM
He was at Charlotte for less than a semester in the 14-15 school year then finish the 2014-15 year at Georgia Highlands. That means he has 3 years remaining.

We need a volunteer to go to the C-USA boards and ask Charlotte fans about him....
Title: Re: Terrance Thompson to Marshall
Post by: W0lfman on April 27, 2015, 04:36:21 PM
he likes crab legs

http://ghcchargers.com/teams/mens-basketball/10-terrence-thompson/
Title: Re: Terrance Thompson to Marshall
Post by: Herdmeister on April 27, 2015, 05:40:48 PM
We need a volunteer to go to the C-USA boards and ask Charlotte fans about him....

In looking at Charlotte stats, he NEVER played for them. He left before the season started
Title: Re: Terrance Thompson to Marshall
Post by: Buffalo Bop on April 27, 2015, 08:04:19 PM
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"He's an athletic big who can swing to the perimeter," D'Antoni said. "He's a solid rebounder who can run the floor and score inside and outside the 3-point area. He went for 23 points and 10 rebounds in the national junior college tournament semifinals. Not to mention he's a biology major who wants to go to med school. We're looking forward to having him."

http://www.herdzone.com/sports/m-baskbl/spec-rel/042715aaa.html

His team went to the 2015 NJCAA Division I men's basketball national semifinal!
Title: Re: Terrance Thompson to Marshall
Post by: Killer Buffalo on April 27, 2015, 08:23:12 PM
I read where he red shirted at Charlotte.
Title: Re: Terrance Thompson to Marshall
Post by: Herdmeister on April 27, 2015, 08:32:36 PM
I read where he red shirted at Charlotte.

I see that too. I knew he was at Charlotte and never played. That is the reason why.
Title: Re: Terrance Thompson to Marshall
Post by: HerdnClt on April 27, 2015, 10:57:39 PM
I know one thing he will deal on WVU's head.
Title: Re: Terrance Thompson to Marshall
Post by: goherd24 on April 27, 2015, 11:44:54 PM
Not impressed.
Title: Re: Terrance Thompson to Marshall
Post by: HerdnClt on April 27, 2015, 11:57:02 PM
We need a volunteer to go to the C-USA boards and ask Charlotte fans about him....

Yes that is being done often now when competitive fans do this.
Title: Re: Terrance Thompson to Marshall
Post by: _sturt_ on April 28, 2015, 08:59:17 AM
My bias sensor starting beeping loudly as I read this...

D'Antoni:
Quote
"...Not to mention he's a biology major who wants to go to med school..."

I just did not expect that a basketball player who did a prep year and who after starting to go to a D1 program detoured back to JC would be a biology major, let alone have the ambition to become a doctor.

Kudos if that's all true, and I don't know why D'Antoni would say it if it wasn't. And shame on me for assuming the worst.
Title: Re: Terrance Thompson to Marshall
Post by: The Right Stuff on April 28, 2015, 03:47:18 PM
Just curious goherd, who would you be impressed with, a Deandre Kane, an Elija Pittman, or a Kevin Damayo (sp).  Come on give the kid some credit and don't be so quick to judge.  Austin Loop wasn't wanted by anybody and he has done alright for himself.  It takes more that just stats to be a good player prospect.  It takes character, coach ability, and work ethic to boot. Something that the three mentioned above lacked.

TRS
MU 71
Title: Re: Terrance Thompson to Marshall
Post by: ZackUSAF82 on April 28, 2015, 03:52:17 PM
Just curious goherd, who would you be impressed with, a Deandre Kane, an Elija Pittman, or a Kevin Damayo (sp).  Come on give the kid some credit and don't be so quick to judge.  Austin Loop wasn't wanted by anybody and he has done alright for himself.  It takes more that just stats to be a good player prospect.  It takes character, coach ability, and work ethic to boot. Something that the three mentioned above lacked.

TRS
MU 71

24 is kind of like Chuck "Done Deal" Landon, you can pretty much expect the opposite of what he says and expects.  Case in point, he said Devon Johnson would not be very good...he's also said the same about Birdsong so I look for him to have around 4000 yards and 30 TDs mininum.  ;D
Title: Re: Terrance Thompson to Marshall
Post by: lovetheherd2 on April 28, 2015, 06:52:39 PM
24 is kind of like Chuck "Done Deal" Landon, you can pretty much expect the opposite of what he says and expects.  Case in point, he said Devon Johnson would not be very good...he's also said the same about Birdsong so I look for him to have around 4000 yards and 30 TDs mininum.  ;D

 ;D ;D.   :D.  8)
Title: Re: Terrance Thompson to Marshall
Post by: _sturt_ on April 28, 2015, 07:08:54 PM
Dang. Pre-dated the Boise State foregone conclusion, eh? How bout that. Get to add to a little more to the collection (http://www.herdfans.com/12thman/index.php?topic=83026.msg672407#msg672407). Cool.
Title: Re: Terrance Thompson to Marshall
Post by: girthyherdon on April 28, 2015, 08:37:53 PM
To be honest, I'd take another Dre Kane in a heartbeat. Whoever says otherwise is fooling themselves.
Title: Re: Terrance Thompson to Marshall
Post by: 2xBison on April 28, 2015, 09:14:33 PM
Yep girthy no doubt he was a warrior
Title: Re: Terrance Thompson to Marshall
Post by: pembrook burrows III on April 28, 2015, 09:24:48 PM
Maybe, but this guy is no slouch, and offers a good mix of qualities to the squad DD is building.

1.  As an entering freshman on his junior college team, he had to find his way among a group of second year players. Despite coming off the bench, Thompson averaged almost a double-double. By March when his team entered the national junior college tournament, he may have developed into the team's best player. In the tournament his points-rebounds totals were 5-12, 13-10, 11-10, 11-5, 13-15, 23-10, and 16-9. Again, these totals were all achieved as a non-starter.

2.  He brings a physical inside presence that the Herd will need in 2015-16. Not only is Thompson an excellent rebounder, but he gets to the free throw line a lot. He shot 8 or more free throws in 10 games last season, including total free throws of 10, 12, 14, and 19 in individual games. That's a lot of blue-collar banging inside. He should be a good complement to the Herd's array of three point shooters.

3.  Thompson is a winner. His prep school and junior college teams won 61 times and lost just 11. Both achieved recognition on a national level for their success, and this young man was a significant contributor.

4.  He has 3 years of eligibility remaining, not the usual 2 for a junior college player.

5.  Thompson chose the Herd at least in part because, as a biology major, it has a medical school! Perhaps the last power forward from Marshall to earn a medical degree was Larry "Doc" Watson in the early 80's, who I believe now serves as the team physician for the Columbus Blue Jackets of the NHL. "Doc" not only battled on the hardwood, but he received both his undergraduate and medical degrees from old Marshall U.
Title: Re: Terrance Thompson to Marshall
Post by: coalherd on April 28, 2015, 09:41:49 PM
Just curious, does anyone know if Kane is playing ball somewhere- - -overseas, NBA D-league, etc. ?
Title: Re: Terrance Thompson to Marshall
Post by: _sturt_ on April 28, 2015, 10:08:48 PM
Maybe, but this guy is no slouch, and offers a good mix of qualities to the squad DD is building.

1.  As an entering freshman on his junior college team, he had to find his way among a group of second year players. Despite coming off the bench, Thompson averaged almost a double-double. By March when his team entered the national junior college tournament, he may have developed into the team's best player. In the tournament his points-rebounds totals were 5-12, 13-10, 11-10, 11-5, 13-15, 23-10, and 16-9. Again, these totals were all achieved as a non-starter.

2.  He brings a physical inside presence that the Herd will need in 2015-16. Not only is Thompson an excellent rebounder, but he gets to the free throw line a lot. He shot 8 or more free throws in 10 games last season, including total free throws of 10, 12, 14, and 19 in individual games. That's a lot of blue-collar banging inside. He should be a good complement to the Herd's array of three point shooters.

3.  Thompson is a winner. His prep school and junior college teams won 61 times and lost just 11. Both achieved recognition on a national level for their success, and this young man was a significant contributor.

4.  He has 3 years of eligibility remaining, not the usual 2 for a junior college player.

5.  Thompson chose the Herd at least in part because, as a biology major, it has a medical school! Perhaps the last power forward from Marshall to earn a medical degree was Larry "Doc" Watson in the early 80's, who I believe now serves as the team physician for the Columbus Blue Jackets of the NHL. "Doc" not only battled on the hardwood, but he received both his undergraduate and medical degrees from old Marshall U.

Thanks for the did-you-know... I didn't. :) But I remember Larry well.
Title: Re: Terrance Thompson to Marshall
Post by: goherd24 on April 28, 2015, 11:40:50 PM
24 is kind of like Chuck "Done Deal" Landon, you can pretty much expect the opposite of what he says and expects.  Case in point, he said Devon Johnson would not be very good...he's also said the same about Birdsong so I look for him to have around 4000 yards and 30 TDs mininum.  ;D

I also said Cato would be a great QB for us instead of graham. I get as many right as i do wrong zack, just like the rest of us. Certainly not done deal Lol and i resent that.

Yes, I, like everyone else on this planet, did not foresee DJ being the back he is. So sue me. Like me or not, I am wrong sometimes like everyone, sure, but i also have my fair share of correct points as well.

Birdsong is not as good a player as Litton imo, its that simple.

And right stuff, i just shared my opinion,i dont have any ill feelings for the kid. I hope he becomes a first rounder for gods sake. all those players you mentioned were very talented, but also had things that krpt them from their potential, be it coaching, discipline, etc.
Title: Re: Terrance Thompson to Marshall
Post by: _sturt_ on April 29, 2015, 01:02:12 AM
Hmmm... as many right as you do wrong? Might want to check that. Or get W0lf to eliminate that danged search function. Because the wrong side of the ledger fills up pretty quick... seems we were told back at the same time we were hearing how Cato would become a star as a sophomore that...

- Eddie Sullivan had what it takes.

- If CUSA lost ECU and one more team, Appy St would be in.

- Hassan Whiteside had a job at Burger King awaiting him.

- Doc should fire Bill Legg.

But then again... none of these were labeled foregone conclusions, so maybe some credit is deserved for having that much discretion (?).
Title: Re: Terrance Thompson to Marshall
Post by: Herdmeister on April 29, 2015, 07:22:13 AM
Just curious, does anyone know if Kane is playing ball somewhere- - -overseas, NBA D-league, etc. ?

He is overseas. I saw where but don't remember. Thinking it was Israel.
Title: Re: Terrance Thompson to Marshall
Post by: 2xBison on April 29, 2015, 07:31:51 AM
So this Thompson kid was sixth man on his JUco team?
Title: Re: Terrance Thompson to Marshall
Post by: _sturt_ on April 29, 2015, 09:39:33 AM
Admittedly, it does make you want to know if the guy in front of him on the depth chart signed to play for Duke. Hopefully. But really, I'm prepared to give DD's judgment the benefit of the doubt that he knows better than I possibly could. If he believes in a kid and that he's someone he can develop, then DD has earned my trust in his conclusion.
Title: Re: Terrance Thompson to Marshall
Post by: The E-Man on April 29, 2015, 10:07:03 AM
He is overseas. I saw where but don't remember. Thinking it was Israel.

Last I heard of Kane is that he was playing in all of places Moscow, Russia..
Title: Re: Terrance Thompson to Marshall
Post by: goherd24 on April 29, 2015, 02:18:25 PM
Hmmm... as many right as you do wrong? Might want to check that. Or get W0lf to eliminate that danged search function. Because the wrong side of the ledger fills up pretty quick... seems we were told back at the same time we were hearing how Cato would become a star as a sophomore that...

- Eddie Sullivan had what it takes.

- If CUSA lost ECU and one more team, Appy St would be in.

- Hassan Whiteside had a job at Burger King awaiting him.

- Doc should fire Bill Legg.

But then again... none of these were labeled foregone conclusions, so maybe some credit is deserved for having that much discretion (?).

What a sad little life you have sturt, if mine was as sad as yours, i would respond but you aren't worth the waste of energy it takes to move my thumbs more than i already have.


Title: Re: Terrance Thompson to Marshall
Post by: mr_ash_1995 on April 29, 2015, 07:45:06 PM
Last I heard of Kane is that he was playing in all of places Moscow, Russia..

E-Man....looks like he is playing for Antwerp Giants (a Belgium team) now.  Here is a link:

http://basketball.eurobasket.com/player/DeAndre_Kane/Belgium/Port_of_Antwerp_Giants/209193
Title: Re: Terrance Thompson to Marshall
Post by: _sturt_ on April 29, 2015, 07:49:11 PM
24, even sadder without the benefit of the entertainment that would be provided had you responded.

Darn. *wipes away tear*

Then again, it occurs to me that it's kinda like being Hillary Clinton these days... better off to stay away completely from that microphone if one isn't prepared to own her/his actions and swallow all of the humble pie that her/his record sets up in front of her/him.

I have to hand it to the poster who mentioned the Devon error--I guess I should have suspected there was some history pre-dating the Boise foregone conclusion fiasco, but it'd just never occurred to me to look.
Title: Re: Terrance Thompson to Marshall
Post by: QuickStrike on April 29, 2015, 09:44:41 PM
Admittedly, it does make you want to know if the guy in front of him on the depth chart signed to play for Duke. Hopefully. But really, I'm prepared to give DD's judgment the benefit of the doubt that he knows better than I possibly could. If he believes in a kid and that he's someone he can develop, then DD has earned my trust in his conclusion.

I'm just happy it wasn't another freakin' guard!  ;D
Title: Re: Terrance Thompson to Marshall
Post by: elginherd on April 29, 2015, 10:08:38 PM
I'm just happy it wasn't another freakin' guard!  ;D

If you watch, more & more ball at all levels is played with less definitive positions. I don't worry as much about size as I do worry about whether the player can shoot, drive to the hole and defend by moving his feet.
Title: Re: Terrance Thompson to Marshall
Post by: _sturt_ on April 29, 2015, 10:10:52 PM
Now you're talking like one of us ATL fans. :D