MBB Recruits 2026-27

Mark19th · Post by **Mark19th** » Wed Mar 18, 2026 12:39 pm

Seven footer Chol Machot is in the portal from College of Charleston.

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Hof_Judge99 · Post by **Hof_Judge99** » Wed Mar 18, 2026 4:11 pm

garyg wrote: ↑Wed Mar 18, 2026 9:50 am I think DeCady is going to have a break out season next year and all the excitement surrounding Hofstra and It's March Madness appearance... conference chamipionship..and 20 win plus record will help to draw the attention of talented recruits and make Hofstra their destination..

I don't have numbers to back this up I feel there are a lot more Hofstra games on TV now, MSG/SNY/CBSSN especially. I remember in the mid 2010s barely having many if any games on TV. Not sure exactly how much that helps with program building but it can't hurt. Hope it continues especially on mainstream cable channels like MSG and SNY.

bean-pie · Post by **bean-pie** » Wed Mar 18, 2026 4:16 pm

Hof_Judge99 wrote:
garyg wrote: ↑Wed Mar 18, 2026 9:50 am I think DeCady is going to have a break out season next year and all the excitement surrounding Hofstra and It's March Madness appearance... conference chamipionship..and 20 win plus record will help to draw the attention of talented recruits and make Hofstra their destination..

I don't have numbers to back this up I feel there are a lot more Hofstra games on TV now, MSG/SNY/CBSSN especially. I remember in the mid 2010s barely having many if any games on TV. Not sure exactly how much that helps with program building but it can't hurt. Hope it continues especially on mainstream cable channels like MSG and SNY.

Making the tournament will absolutely help. Casual sports fans may be more intrigued by a team that went dancing.

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Wags · Post by **Wags** » Wed Mar 18, 2026 4:22 pm

Mark19th wrote: ↑Wed Mar 18, 2026 12:39 pm Seven footer Chol Machot is in the portal from College of Charleston.

That's big. The only CAA DPOY in Charleston history, and only the second Charleston player ever to win a DPOY (Jeremy Simmons, in the SoCon, in 2010).

Hof_Judge99 · Post by **Hof_Judge99** » Fri Mar 20, 2026 7:34 pm

Not sure if it’s too soon for this but what odds are we setting at Preston/Cruz coming back? I’d say Preston 70% and Cruz maybe 10% at best? Maybe I’m off, just throwing numbers out there. (I know Preston said he’s coming back but so did Jean A) Anyway if Preston hypothetically stayed here for 4 years you’d have to think he’d finish top 5 all time in points in Hofstra history, he has that kind of potential.

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bean-pie · Post by **bean-pie** » Fri Mar 20, 2026 7:54 pm

Hof_Judge99 wrote:Not sure if it’s too soon for this but what odds are we setting at Preston/Cruz coming back? I’d say Preston 70% and Cruz maybe 15%? Maybe I’m off, just throwing numbers out there. (I know Preston said he’s coming back but so did Jean A) Anyway if Preston hypothetically stayed here for 4 years you’d have to think he’d finish top 5 all time in points in Hofstra history, he has that kind of potential.

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Preston is 2 years tops - and Cruz is 0% returning. He’ll end up in the SEC.

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HUSID74 · Post by **HUSID74** » Sun Mar 22, 2026 9:50 am

Both of them havebeen quoted extensively as planning on staying...they are both very differnet than Aranguren. Edmead is from Long Island and has strong family ties here. Cruz plans on going to law school....we should give him a full ride right now!

bean-pie · Post by **bean-pie** » Sun Mar 22, 2026 1:17 pm

HUSID74 wrote:Both of them havebeen quoted extensively as planning on staying...they are both very differnet than Aranguren. Edmead is from Long Island and has strong family ties here. Cruz plans on going to law school....we should give him a full ride right now!

If that’s true, that would be absolutely incredible. And if Cruz sees a future academically, vs basketball here or overseas, that would be incredible. Money talks however - we’ll see.

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Hof_Judge99 · Post by **Hof_Judge99** » Sun Mar 22, 2026 4:22 pm

HUSID74 wrote:Both of them havebeen quoted extensively as planning on staying...they are both very differnet than Aranguren. Edmead is from Long Island and has strong family ties here. Cruz plans on going to law school....we should give him a full ride right now!

Edmead is from LI and his parents go to games and I’m sure they like him being close by in that regard. I also think with his small frame and young age he could use another year at this level to if nothing else toughen up a little more. Cruz is likely gone but something tells me it’s not 100%, maybe it’s the quiet Jalen Ray like demeanor. He also seems to like the NY area, Iona- SJ and now Hofstra

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Polito · Post by **Polito** » Sun Mar 22, 2026 4:58 pm

I believe both will return - from a developmental standpoint, Edmead absolutely should for at least 1 more year here, and Cruz really tailed off the last few games - as I have said before, love the kid, but he has more to work on in his game to be a truly top flight player - he really didn't do himself any favors in the NCAAT game - frankly, he was not good, got exposed a bit at that level, and that may impact the potential bag level for him. BUT if I'm wrong and he receives a super opportunity at a P2 with big $, I won't fault him one bit with just 1 yr left to go.

For me, this program is on the cusp of something very special, and I think the guys are bought into that overall - keeping Edmead makes it that much more attractive for the rest. We will absolutely need to get them paid as much as we can though - it's not all about money for these guys, but there certainly needs to be something respectful to their worth. And I believe HU is going to work hard to make it happen.

HU could put together one of the best teams in its history with those 2 at the core next season.

The bigger concern for me is Victory - he has his glaring flaws, but that dude has tremendous upside. His athleticism, confidence, and aggressive play is just what the doctor ordered in many cases. He absolutely proved he can play with a P2 like Bama - one of the few who matched their skill level. Needs some maturity and additional development, but super high ceiling, and I think he is a huge piece to the puzzle next year.

I am PUMPED for recruiting season - let's get some wings and some bigs and solidify a run for a repeat!!

bean-pie · Post by **bean-pie** » Sun Mar 22, 2026 6:02 pm

If I’m Speedy, I’m doing everything possible to retain Edmead, Victory, Decady… amongst other bench players not mentioned - the young guard Robert’s has massive upside - figure out how to retain that group plus new recruits,we’re onto something. If Cruz returns, that’s icing on the cake.

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UncleVegas · Post by **UncleVegas** » Sun Mar 22, 2026 10:08 pm

bean-pie wrote: ↑Sun Mar 22, 2026 6:02 pm If I’m Speedy, I’m doing everything possible to retain Edmead, Victory, Decady… amongst other bench players not mentioned - the young guard Robert’s has massive upside - figure out how to retain that group plus new recruits,we’re onto something. If Cruz returns, that’s icing on the cake.

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Im not so sure I'd break out a big checkbook for Victory. Sure hes a factor when hes playing well but how much money can you pay a kid who in his last 16 games played over 18 minutes twice all while amassing 44 personal fouls in those games. The book is clearly out on him. Go right at him, he will foul you every time.

I like him, hes a solid player but he gets completely taken out of the game way too early and way too often to count on him

bean-pie · Post by **bean-pie** » Sun Mar 22, 2026 10:13 pm

UncleVegas wrote:
bean-pie wrote: ↑Sun Mar 22, 2026 6:02 pm If I’m Speedy, I’m doing everything possible to retain Edmead, Victory, Decady… amongst other bench players not mentioned - the young guard Robert’s has massive upside - figure out how to retain that group plus new recruits,we’re onto something. If Cruz returns, that’s icing on the cake.

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Im not so sure I'd break out a big checkbook for Victory. Sure hes a factor when hes playing well but how much money can you pay a kid who in his last 16 games played over 18 minutes twice all while amassing 44 personal fouls in those games. The book is clearly out on him. Go right at him, he will foul you every time.

I like him, hes a solid player but he gets completely taken out of the game way too early and way too often to count on him

That’s what’s intriguing-you don’t need to spend much on him - he’ll benefit from another season just as Sunday did over his time at Hofstra.

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Hof_Judge99 · Post by **Hof_Judge99** » Sun Mar 22, 2026 11:20 pm

Polito wrote:I believe both will return - from a developmental standpoint, Edmead absolutely should for at least 1 more year here, a

Yeah I feel like an 18/19 year old at 170 pounds would get beat up at the high major level, he’s a unique case where taking less money now might help him in the long run. Cruz really has no reason to stay but I’ve heard he has family in NY and since he already played for SJ/Pitino he probably won’t go back there, making his options limited. As far as Decady I don’t see him being in high demand elsewhere so I’d expect him to be back.

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HUSID74 · Post by **HUSID74** » Mon Mar 23, 2026 9:21 am

I hear Victory was paid something like $150k to come here...so we can probably keep him for that kind of money...well worth it. As Polito said and I agree he can play with the big boys although we need another big who can score around 10 pts per game reliably in the paint.

Mark19th · Post by **Mark19th** » Mon Mar 23, 2026 10:34 am

According to AI, Alabama’s team makes close to 10 million this year, around five times as much as the Pride. We played almost even with them for 35 minutes. Not bad at all.

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Polito · Post by **Polito** » Mon Mar 23, 2026 11:22 am

The P2 is just a whole other level - all are dropping between 10-15 mil for their rosters - other top hoops programs in the Big 12, Big East, etc are doing the same. The in-between-ers like top A10 teams, such as VCU, and the like are in the 5 mil range - we simply aren't going to get that high... BUT we don't really need to either - there are plenty of big money teams that do not produce - it's a big factor, but it's not the only factor - it also takes wise investment of the money you have, and it takes a strong staff to make it all come together - we can do that in the CAA

That's where HU has and can continue to punch over it's weight - Speedy & Co. have proven they are strong recruiters and putting together a roster that wins (overall), and then strong in developing their talent - get us to 1-2 mil and we can establish a program that produces conf championships and ncaat berths at a much higher clip than in the past. And I think we'll get there - the school is, thankfully, actively pursuing fund increases through various channels. I think they FINALLY get it for the most part - this is your (only) cash cow and you better fund it.

I totally get the dichotomy of Victory... there's tremendous upside and also lots of risk - he needs maturity, both in his game and his approach - BUT there is NO denying that kid is a ball of lightening, and watching that game a few rows back in person he was one of the VERY few HU guys on that floor that had any inkling of ability to match Alabamas athleticism - their bigs are unreal, FF / pro level, and he went toe to toe - he's worth the risk, and I believe in Parrotta to max his potential - get a big body to replace Silas and be a more steady hand on the floor, and you continue to utilize Victory as much as possible to bring the fire

Find me a starting 7 footer than can produce for 20-25 min a game, and get me 2 athletic inside/outside wings in the 6'5-6'7 range to replace German and Biggie, keep the key pieces we've got, put them all through an offseason of development, and let's ride baby.

triplec2195 · Post by **triplec2195** » Mon Mar 23, 2026 12:44 pm

It's a no brainer to bring back Victory we all know his strengths and weaknesses and he'll work on the weaknesses which keeping his head screwed on might be the biggest. As much as Sunday has played well over the course of this year like has been said here his skill set doesn't equate at this level. He doesn't jump well and he's too ........ SLOW! Victory has the athleticism to play at this level if he can stay out of foul trouble. Need another complement player to take some of those minutes.

If anyone had the chance to listen to the podcast with Rick Cole he talked in some length about NIL(WHICH HE'S an advocate of) and HU money. He says after this NCAA appearance much more money is flowing in and donors are jumping on board. He was asked the biggest donation we have received over the years and he said in the 1.5-2 MIL range but they have a commitment on the table for more then that right now. He said it's pending and has not been received as yet. While we may not have nearly the money that the power conference schools have our coffers are filling and we will be able to get the players to compete favorably at this level.

As far as what our needs are we have a wing type player at 6'5 or 6'6 when he finally gets here in Xavier Blake who may as a freshman come in here and fill that void right away. So exciting a time for HU basketball and clearly not the D3 program people referenced early in the year!

Pbdutch · Post by **Pbdutch** » Mon Mar 23, 2026 12:59 pm

There you go^. I’m telling you guys. If we get to the tourney consistently we will get a lot of NIL money and will be able to compete and continue to rise. It’s great for all of our sports and our university.

I’ve been told UNCW is right around 3 Mil and as Polito mentioned the middle of the pack A-10 teams are in the 5 Mil range.

We need to keep Edmead, victory, Cruz, decady, etc…really wish we could get another year out of biggie as well! HA

I’ve been hearing a lot about high point moving conferences too now. Because of their recent success there’s now talks of them joining the SOCON or the CAA. Their arena is amazing

bean-pie · Post by **bean-pie** » Mon Mar 23, 2026 1:29 pm

I’d take them in the CAA. It’s partly counter productive, but you want a good conference. I believe they’re in North Carolina so the footprint works.

Second topic - we need to drop sports and allocate funding to basketball players and recruits. Anyone have insight into the overall budget for revenue sports and what they bring in and what they net out? Private school, so maybe it’s just not available. Keep basketball, lacrosse, softball, soccer , baseball and dance - get rid of the rest.

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