Villanova's 2009 Recruiting Class- Profiles

Now that the Tyreke Evans sweepstakes is finally over with, Villanova, who returns every single player from last year's roster besides Malcolm Grant (transfered), is looking ahead to the 2008 season with high hopes of repeat success from this past year. Although Nova does not have one single recruit in their 2008 class, they do have a strong list of recruits (see below) from the graduating class of 2009 who are considering Jay Wright's Cats:

2009 Recruits:

1. Dominic Cheek, SG: Rank: #8 (overall)

Hometown: Jersey City, NJ

Saint Anthony's High School

Ht: 6'5" Wt: 170

Considering: Villanova, North Carolina, Uconn, Florida, Ohio State, Wake Forrest, Rutgers, & Texas

Cheek is a multi-dimensional perimeter player capable of playing three positions. Thin, but aggressive to the basket, his Tayshaun Prince build loves to draw contact and finish. An unselfish teammate, Dominic boosts terrific long range shooting accuracy.

Dominic is one of the top players in the country. He is an athletic wing that can shoot, slash and score. He is the best player at famed St. Anthony High School playing for the legendary Bob Hurley. Dominick has all the tools. He is long and has nice bounce. He is a good scorer inside the arc. His game is best 19 feet and in. Dominic is a top 10 player nationally in the class of 2009.

He is a big-time player who shows unmatched explosiveness. He can flat out score, inside or outside. He can pass and has an overall feel for the game. His defense continues to improve which puts him at the top of many high-major wish lists including Villanova's.

2. Maalik Wayns, PG: Rank #15 (overall)

Hometown: Philadephia, PA

Roman Catholic High School

Ht: 6'1" Wt: 185

Considering: Villanova (Solid Verbal)

Wayns, is next in a long line of tough Philadelphia point guards. He's an old school point guard who thinks pass first, shot second. He brings mature leadership and a coach on the floor mentality to each game. Other attributes are a secure handle, great court vision, solid three point shooting, a killer crossover, and scintillating explosiveness to get to the rim and finish. He also rebounds well for a guard and has tremendous court vision. He is a good passer who can also get to the rim when he wants. He can also shoot well off the dribble. All in all, he reminds alot of folks around Philly of another former Villanova guard from the Philly area, Kyle Lowry, but with a better shot.

3. Terrel Vinson, PF: Rank #20 (overall)

Hometown: Baltimore, MD

Montrose Christian High School

Ht: 6'7" Wt: 195

Considering: Villanova, Texas, Maryland, Gerogetown, & Duke

Vinson is one of the most versatile, do it all players in the Class of '09. He is a combo forward who consistently fills up a stat sheet. Terrell is a very good athlete with a variety of ways to score. He has a good nose for the ball and a willingness to compete in the paint. His motivation, court intelligence, and consistency make him a coveted recruit.

Terrell has a really nice looking stroke, solid basketball knowledge and a good build which allow him to have a great offensive arsenal. He can take it to the rim and finish on anyone. Vinson plays inside in high school but he's an ideal wing at the next level. His experience down allows him to rebound with the best of them and get out and go.

4. Dalton Pepper, SG: Rank # 51 (overall)

Hometown: Fairless Hills, PA

Pennsbury High School

Ht: 6'5" Wt: 210

Considering: Villanova, West Virginia, Miami, & Seton Hall

Intelligent, hardnosed competitor. Dalton brings a quiet intensity to the floor. His strong, muscular frame and tight dribbling allows him to navigate in transition or half-court situations. He shines in structured, team-oriented plays where his court IQ impresses. A good, not great athlete, Pepper has deceptive ups and average foot speed. A three-point marksman and solid rebounder.

Dalton is a talented scorer with toughness. He is a solid athlete. He is good off the dribble. Deceptively quick and explosive. His skills are solid. He tends to let the game come to him unless he is in a leadership role. He needs to be more aggressive and assertive at all times. Dalton is a solid shooter to 20 feet. He is also good off the bounce, especially going to his right. He is an average defender that struggles with quickness. Dalton is a top 100 player in the 2009 class.

4. Isaiah Armwood, PF: Rank #52 (overall)

Hometown: Rockville, MD

Montrose Christian High School

Ht: 6'9" Wt: 200

Considering: Villanova, Texas, Maryland, Georgetown, & Duke

One of three highly regarded '09 prospects at prep powerhouse Montrose Christian. Armwood is a versatile forward in that he demonstrates some good power forward traits but his body and persona say wing forward. Inside he uses his quickness and long limbs to snatch rebounds and block shots, but he also has good passing and ball skills. His shooting range is getting deeper and deeper but he is not a legitimate three-point marksman. Will he bulk up to be an athletic, face-up"4" or will he solidify his perimeter game and be a "3"?

Isaiah is a very skilled and very long 4 man right now that is slowly making the transition to the 3. He is a solid combo forward right now that should be classified as a 4. He is definitely athletic. He has a solid face up jumper to 18 feet. Isaiah is a decent defender. He does struggle some with quick due to the fact he has not totally grown into his body. He is a definite talent.

My sources close to Villanova have indicated to me that Armwood is strongly considering Villanova and is a likely commit.