Basketball Season Preview 2017-18
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Finding Answers
Basketball programs look to fill roster gaps amid role shifts
Both Colonials teams are confident before their seasons start Friday, despite offseason losses and inexperienced rosters.
Men’s Basketball
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Jack Granger
Former manager joins the roster after three years on the sideline
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Yuta Watanabe
Senior guard enters final season at center of the action
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Bo Zeigler
Graduate transfer returns to Smith Center ready to play
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Prioritizing defense
With fluid positions, men’s basketball prioritizes defensive end
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Freshman Class
Four-man freshman class expects to see action as soon as the season begins
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Second-year leaders
Jair Bolden and Arnaldo Toro prepare to lead young lineup
Women’s Basketball
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Their turn to lead
Seniors said their coach will rely on them to score, defend and lead
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Fast-pace offense
Guard-heavy Colonials prepare for fast-paced year
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Mei-Lyn Bautista
Outspoken point guard takes on the season’s challenges with her voice
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Freshman Class
Freshman trio brings energy, athleticism to program
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Camila Tapias
Senior brings international basketball experience back to GW