Our final 2009 class rankings are being revealed starting May 11, releasing one team a day leading up to our #1 ranking and the signing day finale on May 20.
This is probably coach Jay Wright's best overall haul yet. This four man class has talent busting at the seems and any coach in the nation would be chomping at the bit to coach them. Finally coach Wright has added an elite big man in Yarou and another who can play either forward position in Isiah Armwood. Though the guards are the higher rated of the two pair of players, the post players are definitely needed more. The team will also feature (former McDonald's All-American) transfer Talyor King from Duke. King played in 34 games for Duke and averaged 5.5. points and 2 rebounds per game. King was widely considered to be on of the best shooters in his class.
Mouphtauo Yarou- A native of Benin, Africa that has only been playing basketball for about 4 years.This kid is an impressive physical specimen. Once sealed in the paint Yarou is almost impossible to stop, especially if a double team is not set in time. Yarou is extremely powerful and athletic, has a great drop step and soft hands around the basket. Don't expect this kid to shoot beyond 8 feet or so anytime soon. We love his energy and effort. The first true star in the front court for coach Wright at Nova. Photo.
High School: Montrose Christian School
Hometown: Rockville, MD
Position: PF/C
Height: 6'9
Weight: 245
Rivals.com Rank: #10, #3 PF
Scout.com Rank: #9, #3 PF
ESPN.com Rank: #18, #7 PF, scouts grade 97
Spin: This kid is strong as an ox. We like rivals rank best.
Maalik Wayns- We saw this kid play at the 2009 Derby Classic where he posted 10 points, 2 assists and a steal in limited action. We like this kids abilities overall, but Wayns seemed to struggle with the elite speed of Peyton Siva. Ultimately this kid will produce. Waayns tough and gritty style should help him follow in suit with the line of solid guards at Villanova. Photo.
High School: Roman Catholic High School
Hometown: Philadephia, PA
Position: PG
Height: 6'0
Weight: 185
Rivals.com Rank: #26, #5 PG
Scout.com Rank: #26, #3 PG
ESPN.com Rank: #23, #3 PG , scouts grade 96
Spin: Another good one following a long line. We like Rivals rank best.
Dominic Cheek- This kid played for head coach Bobby Hurley who is one of the best high school coaches in the nation. Cheek has a rather odd looking jump shot but it seems to work for him, though some work on his mechanics wouldn't hurt. This kid is a team player that can score if needed but is content playing a role, you have to love that about him. Averaged 14.2 ppg, 9.0 rpg and 4.0 apg as a senior. Photo.
High School: St. Anthony High School
Hometown: Jersey City, NJ
Position: SG/SF
Height: 6'6
Weight: 180
Rivals.com Rank: #30, #7 PG
Scout.com Rank: #22, #4 SF
ESPN.com Rank: #19, #5 SG, scouts grade 96
Spin: Team player with mad individual skills. We like Scouts rank best.
Isaiah Armwood - This kid could end up logging minutes at both forward positions. Has a nice build and is an explosive finisher. Armwood and Yarou already have pretty good chemistry, after attending the same high school. This kid is long, quick and has great elevation. Was put at the wing during spurts last season. In our option this kid is a bit of a tweener but should produce at either position in college, with his ever improving skill set. Photo.
High School: Montrose Christian School
Hometown: Rockville, MD
Position: PF
Height: 6'8
Weight: 180
Rivals.com Rank: #62, #19 PF
Scout.com Rank: #81, #27 pF
ESPN.com Rank: #41, #13 PF, scouts grade 93
Spin: Needs to improve jumper to play the 3. Will contribute but we like Socut's rank best.
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| 2009 College Basketball Class Rankings, Dominic Cheek, Isaiah Armwood, Maalik Wayns, Mouphtauo Yarou, Villanova Wildcats
