Reiber and Hyatt saved RU today

[NewJerseyHawk]

I know there's a hyper focus on the last 8 minutes and it was beyond what we wanted to see.

But the harsh reality is as others have mentioned in other threads, the 2 fouls on Cliff really could have collapsed this game early and made things ugly.

But, in the end, it was the beginning that was the bench difference and that was Dean Reiber and Aundre Hyatt.

It was 3-0 PSU and Reiber answered with 5 quick points to energize the crowd.....and RU closed the 1H with an out of bounds play/dunk by Reiber.

9 1H points...all of them big ones.

And add 2 timely 3s by Aundre Hyatt in each half.......both were key to building a lead that held up in the end.

When you play well-coached teams like most everyone has in this league, sometimes you need to steal points from your bench. Reiber and Hyatt delivered in limited minutes. The Cliff foul trouble could have really put RU in a tough spot. Gotta give the credit to Reiber and Hyatt for delivering big.....!!

 

[Scarletnut]

I know there's a hyper focus on the last 8 minutes and it was beyond what we wanted to see.

But the harsh reality is as others have mentioned in other threads, the 2 fouls on Cliff really could have collapsed this game early and made things ugly.

But, in the end, it was the beginning that was the bench difference and that was Dean Reiber and Aundre Hyatt.

It was 3-0 PSU and Reiber answered with 5 quick points to energize the crowd.....and RU closed the 1H with an out of bounds play/dunk by Reiber.

9 1H points...all of them big ones.

And add 2 timely 3s by Aundre Hyatt in each half.......both were key to building a lead that held up in the end.

When you play well-coached teams like most everyone has in this league, sometimes you need to steal points from your bench. Reiber and Hyatt delivered in limited minutes. The Cliff foul trouble could have really put RU in a tough spot. Gotta give the credit to Reiber and Hyatt for delivering big.....!!

Absolutely, game ball to Reiber

 

[ImBadRU]

Huge

 

[SBP]

….and 1! Dean is turning into a complete inside-out player. I see him starting at tge 4 next season. Bring in a transfer back up center.

 

[Mr. Magoo1]

Both were huge today. Reiber was the MVP with all of his value in the first half.

 

[Scangg]

Hyatt was supposed to be a 3 point sniper. He has a nice looking shot when it's on. He is building confidence. Rebounding very strong. Playing better D

Reiber was amazing first half and saved the day. He played so freaking hard too

 

[RU-Choppin-Ohio]

Two big 3's from Hyatt today

 

[Mr. Magoo1]

Glad we didn’t start all of the seniors…could have made a difference

 

[RURahh]

Of course we all love Dean because expectations were so low and he occasionally gets us excited. Still needs to improve greatly and add size and muscle ( definitely doable) to be a serviceable starter next year. Still think we need a RHJ inside out player to make us competitive next year.

Pike needs to throw chemistry out the window and bring in an alpha type who wants to be the lead scorer and work well with Cliff and Paul. I hear the guy at Bryant is pretty good

 

[RU05]

I hate Hyatt's eagerness to shoot when it's early in the shot clock, but that eagerness is very welcome late in the shot clock.

 

[RUsojo]

I think Ron Harper deserve more credit even though he does often get it

 

[RU05]

Of course we all love Dean because expectations were so low and he occasionally gets us excited. Still needs to improve greatly and add size and muscle ( definitely doable) to be a serviceable starter next year. Still think we need a RHJ inside out player to make us competitive next year.

Pike needs to throw chemistry out the window and bring in an alpha type who wants to be the lead scorer and work well with Cliff and Paul. I hear the guy at Bryant is pretty good

I think the concern regarding Reib's is stamina moreso then bulking up.

Doesn't seem able to play for more then 5-6 minutes in a stretch.

 

[anon1753890747]

I know there's a hyper focus on the last 8 minutes and it was beyond what we wanted to see.

But the harsh reality is as others have mentioned in other threads, the 2 fouls on Cliff really could have collapsed this game early and made things ugly.

But, in the end, it was the beginning that was the bench difference and that was Dean Reiber and Aundre Hyatt.

It was 3-0 PSU and Reiber answered with 5 quick points to energize the crowd.....and RU closed the 1H with an out of bounds play/dunk by Reiber.

9 1H points...all of them big ones.

And add 2 timely 3s by Aundre Hyatt in each half.......both were key to building a lead that held up in the end.

When you play well-coached teams like most everyone has in this league, sometimes you need to steal points from your bench. Reiber and Hyatt delivered in limited minutes. The Cliff foul trouble could have really put RU in a tough spot. Gotta give the credit to Reiber and Hyatt for delivering big.....!!

On point!
Observation, 2 plays that seemed disastrous at the time that worked in our favor
1. Second foul on Cliff, 19!!! Minutes to go.
They were not prepared to defend Reiber
2.Pauls Inbound pass.
If we get it in, then get fouled we are defending with 5-6 seconds a winning or tying shot
What a crazy game. I will take the win.

 

[Scarletnut]

I think the concern regarding Reib's is stamina moreso then bulking up.

Doesn't seem able to play for more then 5-6 minutes in a stretch.

I think the adrenaline was probably really pumping for Reiber since he knew he was getting extended playing time. Adrenaline highs can drain you pretty quickly.

 

[GORU2014]

I think Ron Harper deserve more credit even though he does often get it

He’s so strong when he drives to the basket

 

[RUsojo]

He’s so strong when he drives to the basket

Yeah and funnily enough he actually had a down year in converting those this year, relative to his prior performances that is.

 

[mikebal9]

I think the concern regarding Reib's is stamina moreso then bulking up.

Doesn't seem able to play for more then 5-6 minutes in a stretch.

I noticed this each time he came out. He was way more exhausted than the rest of the team.

 

[RU05]

I think the adrenaline was probably really pumping for Reiber since he knew he was getting extended playing time. Adrenaline highs can drain you pretty quickly.

Yeah but this does seem to be a thing with him. Which is fine for a bench guy, but looking ahead, maybe not conducive to him starting.

 

[rubjk]

Of course we all love Dean because expectations were so low and he occasionally gets us excited. Still needs to improve greatly and add size and muscle ( definitely doable) to be a serviceable starter next year. Still think we need a RHJ inside out player to make us competitive next year.

Pike needs to throw chemistry out the window and bring in an alpha type who wants to be the lead scorer and work well with Cliff and Paul. I hear the guy at Bryant is pretty good

He should be playing the 4. Hopefully we bring in another real 5 and he gets to.

 

[RU05]

He should be playing the 4. Hopefully we bring in another real 5 and he gets to.

Ya, and that probably plays into the stamina issues, trying to muscle up down low with these bigger guys. And there are no shortage of big 5's in this conf.

 

[Sweet Pea's Corner]

RHJ got the R chain today. I would have given it to Reiber maybe.

 

[Knight Owl]

Ya, and that probably plays into the stamina issues, trying to muscle up down low with these bigger guys. And there are no shortage of big 5's in this conf.

This. He’s outweighed by post up guys in the BIG. It takes maximum effort for him to hold his position.

 

[BigEastPhil]

Reiber was a lightning rod for us after Cliff got into foul trouble. Hyatt seems like a new player since he hit the 2 FTs in Indiana game.

 

[Scangg]

He’s so strong when he drives to the basket

Deadly when he gets the ball at the high post elbow. Takes one dribble uses his body and gets to the rim