Recruiting Report: Darryl Robinson (2017)
It’s difficult to define what position Darryl Robinson (2017) plays. So, let’s not do that. Robinson is a player with perimeter skills and a willingness to body up with post players. At 6’5”, Prep Hoops has seen Robinson defend centers,…
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Continue ReadingIt’s difficult to define what position Darryl Robinson (2017) plays. So, let’s not do that. Robinson is a player with perimeter skills and a willingness to body up with post players. At 6’5”, Prep Hoops has seen Robinson defend centers, win the rebound, and then initiate the offense, in the matter of 20 seconds.
“At my height and the way that I’m built, it’s looking like I’m going to be a guard,” Robinson said.
All of the positional talk is fine, but his role will be defined by whichever coach welcomes Robinson onto campus next fall.
With that being said, who is showing interest in Toledo Bowsher senior?
“New Mexico State, Cochise College in Arizona, and Nebraska-Lincoln … And Cincinnati Christian, so I might make a trip there,” Robinson said.
He went on to mention that he “likes Cochise a lot.”
Robinson plays alongside Division I prospect Dalonte Brown, making for a versatile duo next winter. Brown is an athletic stud who is going to put up huge scoring numbers next season.
How does Robinson complement his teammates and fit into a roster?
“I’m a real defensive player. On the court, I’m a vocal leader. I focus more on the defensive side of the court, rather than the offense.”
As mentioned, Robinson can defend in pretty much every spot.
What about the offense?
“But like, I can score. I get good separation on the perimeter. My mid-range shot is consistent. And I drive to the rim hard. I can finish with either hard. And I have good recognition of the defense collapsing in, so I know when to kick it to the corners,” Robinson said.
When watching, you’ll notice Robinson takes unconventional long strides when gathering on pull-ups. By being aggressive when he does drive, defenders often brace for the contact, making for plenty of uncontested step-backs.
Robinson spent his summer either with trainers or travelling with the Ohio Celtics for the grassroots season. In pursuit of that first offer, he’s been looking to expand his attack.
“I work on my ball-handling and my mid-range shot … My shot from behind the perimeter, I work on that a lot. Because I’m not really a shooter but sometimes you’re going to have to knock it down,” Robinson said.
Expect the duo of Robinson and Brown to be dominate in the Toledo City League this upcoming winter. If they can find consistent shooters to space the floor, Bowsher will put up huge scoring totals.
“I’m trying to win States. And I can’t let anybody get in the way of that,” Robinson said.
Last season, Robinson averaged 13.1 points and 5 rebounds.