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George Baylor OP
Jan 01, 2026 at 07:52 AM ET
An observation and "atta boy" for Gurdak
Gurdak yesterday was outstanding, and just think he is only a freshman to what he can become. HIs play surely helped us win. Hope the ACC refs don't see this. I was surprised that Gurdak was not called several times for "Moving Screens." Did anyone else notice that? Will be super glad to have our full team back soon, as CMY indicated in post game. GREAT WIN and Thank you CMY, Staff and Team. Happy 2026!

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UTPr0sim UTPr0sim
7mo
His screens are "VIOLENT" Some Ref is going to push back on them.
VTKev80 VTKev80
7mo
He did get called for a foul while stationary when a UVA guy bounced off hi
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KiloZulu KiloZulu
7mo
I'm surprised Neo does not get called for traveling more often. The kid...
takes multiple steps upon receiving a pass, especially at the top of the key.
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RJHokie
7mo
He’s not alone.
I’ve seen other players both on VT and opponents do the same.
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Blueboy
7mo
It seems all players to that, and it never gets called. I think the refs
must take the position that nothing was gained so nothing is called, but it does appear to happen frequently by many players, not just VT
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uber hokie
7mo
Yes he was outstanding ! FYI they teach that “moving screen” . Doran does
it too and is a master at it if you are referring to when they keep their defender from stopping a teammate driving to the bucket . Most teams do that now it just needs to be disguised to look like an innocent basketball move and they practice doing just that. Kind of like a pick play in a football game that will be called if it’s too obvious.
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HokieBrazil
7mo
If he adds some range on his shots he will be absolutely dangerous.Just the
threat that he could score mid-range or an occasional 3 pointer. I wonder if that can be coached/added next year?
Tuckahokie Tuckahokie
7mo
6'10 260...Coach Franklin probably thinking...Hmmmm...
HoakieCup HoakieCup
7mo
Gurdak did catch an over the shoulder pass at one point. Looked like a TE.
** Edited by HoakieCup at 1/1/2026, 8:17:23 AM
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Marooned
7mo
Rivers 2.0?
I think CMY might put him in witness protection first.
YBYSAIAHokie YBYSAIAHokie
7mo
Tight end? Hmmm, are you thinking what I'm thinking?
Tuckahokie Tuckahokie
7mo
Jeff King!!!
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VBpescador
7mo
He sealed that one off very nicely. Then Made the catch and bucket
Hes adept at placing himself in the right position and using his heft. He was outstanding yesterday.
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George Baylor OP
7mo
He actually commented on that during his TV interview yesterday.