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Adam Doyle upgraded to 36ers full time roster

Doyle obviously has game, but I fear that his ceiling is limited by his height (or lack thereof).

At 176cm He is listed at one centimetre taller than Randle (175cm), but he obviously doesn't possess Randle's exceptional quickness.

I realise he is unlikely to get many minutes in any event, but it does limit the team's flexibility having both Randle and Doyle. Those height mismatches are going to be exploited by every team in the league. I don't think any other team would have a guard on its roster listed at under 181 or 182 cms?

So when are rookies either given the tick or given the flick. Or is this decided closer to the season

Joey wont be cancelling any opportunity to part errr coach in Vegas. Surely this holiday isnt on the 36ers watch... anyone who knows this guy knows he loves to party. Nothing wrong with that, but not at the 36ers expense. Doyle is a great locker room guy, very well liked and will be just happy to be there id say.

Yeah Thunder Jam, it must be terrible to actually get paid to sit on the bench watching/practising the game you love instead of doing it for free as a development player.

Of course it's money saving as the 10th guy never gets on so the 11th guy is a glorified towel waver. I feel for those guys on each team.

"Definitely looks like a money saving signing so hopefully 2 wualitu imports alongside Randle and DJ. Hopefully Joey cancels his Vegas import trip because no one but scrubs ever play there."

Joey loves scrubs. He'll be there with bells on looking for his next Jared Frye.

So they sign a PG who should be an 11th man. Makes sense for Adel. That why they are so MoR.

Anyone got any comments on his game? I haven't seen him for a couple of years. Knee injury since then?

Definitely looks like a money saving signing so hopefully 2 wualitu imports alongside Randle and DJ. Hopefully Joey cancels his Vegas import trip because no one but scrubs ever play there.

28 July 2010
STACKER APPOINTED HEAD COACH OF AIS MEN’S BASKETBALL PROGRAM
The Australian Institute of Sport (AIS) has continued its tradition of employing excellence by appointing Ian Stacker as head coach of the AIS Men’s Basketball Program.
Stacker, who was Basketball Victoria State Director of Coaching for 12 years, has spent the past three seasons as assistant coach at the Melbourne Tigers. Previously he was head coach of NBL franchises the Townsville Crocodiles and the Geelong Supercats.

Stacker was also head coach of the triumphant Australian under-23 team that won gold at the 1997 World Championships in Melbourne.
Stacker said he was delighted to be given the opportunity to work at arguably the best sporting institution in the world.

‘The AIS is regarded throughout the world as being at the forefront of elite athlete development and the Institute’s basketball program is testament to that reputation,’ Stacker said.

‘I’m looking forward to helping build Australia’s future in the basketball arena through the development of talented junior players.’
AIS Director Professor Peter Fricker said Stacker was well equipped to take the Institute’s men’s basketball program forward through his vast experience and expertise.

‘Ian is one of Australia’s outstanding coaches who will help build on the strength of a world class basketball program,’ Professor Fricker said.
‘With an intimate knowledge of Australia’s elite basketball pathways he is well placed to guide Australia’s talented young athletes in their quest for excellence.’

‘The AIS, through the partnership between the Australian Sports Commission and Basketball Australia, continues to help strengthen Australian basketball through the development of talented young athletes.’

‘The Institute’s proud record of developing players such as Andrew Bogut, Nathan Jawai and Patrick Mills is testimony to the quality of the program.’

Basketball Chief Executive Larry Sengstock welcomed the appointment of Stacker.
‘The quality of the applicants for this position was truly exceptional, with some top Australian and international coaches considered for the position,’ Sengstock said. ‘Ultimately, Ian’s extensive experience and demonstrated success made him the preferred candidate and it is a selection that Basketball Australia is only too happy to endorse.’