Recruiting Report: Rob Brown (2017)
Cincinnati Walnut Hills has a collegiate level height now that 6’7” Rob Brown (2017) has transferred in from Toledo Bowsher. Brown, a bouncy forward, is combining forces with 6’11” sophomore, Abba Lawal, to create an intimidating interior presence. For the…
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Continue ReadingCincinnati Walnut Hills has a collegiate level height now that 6’7” Rob Brown (2017) has transferred in from Toledo Bowsher. Brown, a bouncy forward, is combining forces with 6’11” sophomore, Abba Lawal, to create an intimidating interior presence.
For the past couple weeks, Brown has been finding comfort in the new environment.
“A little bit of leader on the team. I think that’s good for me.” Brown continued, “We got some pretty good players on the team. And I motivate them and get them to play at another level.”
Teammates respond to guys, like Brown, who pride them self on playing hard and aggressively. While there remains some skill development to be had for Brown, he impacts every game with his effort.
Combining the intangibles with a 6’7” solid frame, Brown is a Division I and Division II prospect. On September 2, the University of Maryland Eastern Shore of the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) was the first Division I program to offer a scholarship.
Brown also holds offers from Tiffin University and Urbana University.
Otterbein and Davenport (MI) were mentioned as other programs showing interest.
“I love basketball. But I’m going to be honest, I’m going to play really hard to stay on my scholarship and play basketball. Because nobody in my family has been successful and went to college. So that’s my main goal, to go to college and do good,” Brown said.
'17 F Rob Brown of Bowsher HS with the follow-up jam at the Hidden Gems Gemboree yesterday. pic.twitter.com/leiH089wlj
— Ethan Knopp (@EHoopsOhio) May 16, 2016
In order to ensure that he’s prepared for the college ranks, Brown is using senior year to tighten up any shortcomings.
Walnut Hills is providing a spot where he can thrive academically, an area which he previously struggled. Also, the leadership role provides a layer of responsibility that he is embracing.
“It’s like three seniors on the team. And I’ve taken the biggest step in being a leader. I mean, I’m just getting to know them, but I’m not just playful, I’m being serious about stuff,” Brown said.
“I need to do work on my attitude a little bit. Staying aggressive and disciplined in hard game situations … I am growing out of it. When I’m not getting the ball, I’m going to go get it now. I’m not going to cry and complain about it.”
From a skill-work perspective, Brown identified shooting, ball-handling, post moves, and strength, as areas he’s been focusing on improving.
With the addition of Brown (not to mention, senior guard Kenny Thompson from North College Hill) the Eagles could make a playoff run this winter. The talent is elite. Whether or not Brown and Lawal coexist in the post may just be the deciding factor on how great this group can be.
Brown is excited about the possibilities, saying with a smile, “That’s a crazy duo right there.”