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GOT NEXT: Cassidy Ryan
Published by Jason Gairey on January 28, 2010
It is very rare to see a 6-foot-6; curly red-head running up and down the floor in the basketball court. It is kind of reminiscent of the good old Raptor days with one of the most lovable, hard-nosed NBA players to grace Toronto, Matt Bonner. Except 15 year-old Cassidy Ryan is only a freshman, and his potential is very promising. Let’s forget about the red curls that bounce up and down as he grabs rebound after rebound. This kid has game.
For the past few years, he’s been one of the top players at his age level in the OBA ranks. But he has entered the stage where your game has to be on point. The high school era of his life has finally come. Cassidy has taken it one step further than most 8th graders coming in to play on their high school bantam or junior teams. He’s opted for the bigger challenge, the jump right to the big boys: senior Varsity ball!
Big Red, as many call him, is not at a household powerhouse program, but is comfortable at Mount Carmel, a catholic high school in Mississauga, ON. He still is competing with some of the best senior teams in the Peel region and that is no easy task for any freshman. Cassidy has been impressive thus far averaging 15ppg, 7rpg, and 2blks.
Known for his toughness and intense inside play, Cassidy Ryan is most definitely a banger, loving to post up and use his body and size to dictate his presence on the hardwood. Being that he is a potential double-double kind of player is a sign that he brings it every night. He is working on his handle and perimeter game and looking to be more versatile. However, there could be a day when his aggressiveness and size may be matched. By the looks of things with his progress this year, his potential is unlimited. He has some athletic ability, but for the most part, his scrappiness and hard-working mentality is what has many insiders of this game, ears low and watching.
(8 votes, average: 4.50 out of 5)
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#1 Whitehall Canada on Fri, 29th Jan 2010 8:17 am
We are all very proud here for you and your mother. It is exciting times for you..use God’s gift and have fun with it. Congrats on your acheivements.
Martin and the Gang
#2 Dad on Fri, 5th Feb 2010 6:39 pm
dad is very proud of you, be good.
love you
dad
#3 Dad on Fri, 5th Feb 2010 7:35 pm
he has a father to
#4 Dad on Sun, 7th Feb 2010 8:28 pm
ross an donna thank you for been their for cass and been a role model
#5 jamie on Sun, 14th Feb 2010 1:13 am
We couldn’t be more happy and proud of you Cassidy for your achievements and successes for your future. Shoot for the top and reach for all the stars that your heart desires. We wish you happiness and much success in all your endeavours. We know your sister Taylor looks up to you with all of her heart and tremendous love as well as your mom and dad. Always keep your eye on the prize.
much love always
Auntie Jamie and Uncle Chris
#6 ashling and dylan on Wed, 3rd Nov 2010 10:14 am
yoyoyoyoyoyo home skillet we’re so proud of you ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥
remember us when you get famous, and give us lots of money
BEST FRIENDS FOREVERRRRRRRRRRRRRR MUAH ILY BIG RED
xoxoxoxoxoxooxox ashling and dylan (k)
#7 ashling and dylan on Wed, 3rd Nov 2010 10:15 am
“Known for his toughness and intense inside play” inside play
“Cassidy Ryan is most definitely a banger” banger
#8 David (the brown kid that lived on Stoneham) on Fri, 12th Nov 2010 3:14 pm
goood luck when u coming back to visit cause im betta then u even thou im 5 foot
#9 Inez Blackburn on Fri, 1st Apr 2011 12:41 am
Cassidy,
I knew you were special the first time I say you play and will always be one of your biggest fans. You are a true inspiration and I am in awe of your passion, discipline and commitment to the game. I definitely see a D-1 scholarship in your future and Natasha, Nathan Dallas and Nathan say hello.
PS Please remember us when you’re famous
Inez