Fueled By Adversity, Robert Primed For New Challenge
Remy Robert’s shot speed and ability to get hot in clusters were two components that paralleled his ascension on the prep level.
After bouncing back from a nagging injury while at Believe Prep (TN), the 6-foot-2 guard developed a new mentality and blackout work ethic.
It has already reverberated into the 2018-19 season, where the underrated State College of Florida off guard said he hopes to cement his mark as one of the best (if not the best) 3-point dagger man in the country.
Robert was flanked by high end talent at Believe, coming in and graduating with a class that included Jason Preston (Ohio), Dexter Dennis (Wichita State), and the hard-driving Tae Hardy (East Carolina).
The reason few know of Robert’s exploits is because he spent his senior season in Louisiana dealing with a spate of injuries. Prior to that, he subscribed to the role of outside shooter and supplemental piece.
Beyond his outside stroke, Robert displayed a highly effective first step and an improved ability to score on the drive. Developing toughness and a tighter handle were essential ingredients in his evolution as a well-rounded guard. This enabled him to shed the tag of “shooter” and refine elements of his all around game moving forward.
While a pair of injuries hampered his mobility, they did nothing to deter his unbridled desire and boundless energy. Robert is very different from today’s kid in that he minimizes distractions and has routinely fended off waves of adversity throughout his career.
The adversity hit a near crescendo late in June, when he was rummaging through several late options and without a hardwood home.
While the adversity could have potentially snowballed and derailed him in his tracks, Robert fought through it. Getting rattled and sulking was never an option in his mind, even if he did find himself wallowing in frustration during tense moments.
He developed a 1400-shot regimen, vowing to outwork anyone and everyone who stepped foot in the gym. His range and his consistency improved dramatically. Propelling his development was Baton Rouge area trainer Dwayne Harmison.
“He (Harmison) is the best of the business,” said Robert. “He gets after it everyday and took me in as family and is a big part of where I am today. Coach Brad (Traina), he made several calls to D1s and JUCOs throughout Florida. I’m blessed and fortunate to be in this position right now.”
Robert envisions himself as a shooter similar to Nathanael Jack, who proved himself as a no-brainer high caliber Division-I player this summer.
Jack, the 6-foot-5 Canadian flamethrower who starred at Calusa Prep (FL) and is currently a sophomore at Eastern Florida, widened eyes this summer with a wowing 13 3-pointers in a single game during the JA-32.
Robert said he never let the exasperation overwhelm him throughout the recruiting process, even if he was still undecided very late in the game.
“I knew God had a plan for me and I talked to my parents along with Dwayne and they helped me keep my head leveled,” explained Robert. “They made sure I stayed in the gym and prepared for the opportunity. I leaned a lot on verse Jeremiah 29:11.”