The First Practice

Eric Lindsey, of Cat Scratches, was able to attend last night's practice in what was mostly a feeling out session. The Cats are allowed to practice two hours/week until April 15 and last night practice went for about an hour and a half. The practice consisted of dribbling and layups. I cannot imagine a better place to start with this team. Here are a few of his observations:

• Coach Cal was intense, but very hands-on. Doesn't teach by yelling, stomping feet, or singling players out. A bit different from his predecessor.
• The first hour was all dribbling. The Cats were sloppy. He mentioned this has to change. Even the big's need to be able to handle the ball.
• Darius Miller will be a freak in this system. Perfect. A Kentucky Mr. Basketball has a new lease on life. From what I can tell Miller and Jon Hood have very similar games. This makes me smile.
• If you can't hit layups in practice, you won't be playing during the season.