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Rob Igbawua

• Position Played: SG/SF/PF
• Height: 78.5"
• Weight: 225lbs
• Wingspan: 85.5"
• Birthdate: 3/22/1986
• Nationality/Passport: USA/Yes
• School: Fort Hays State
• Last Team: Qatar ('09-'10)

Other Info:

• Physical & Mental: In excellent pysical condition. Possesses a real mental toughness that he uses as a true advantage. Excellent size and length. Has the ability to effectively play SG, SF, & PF.
• Ball Skills: Possesses ability to handle the ball with either hand along the perimeter and in the post. Must continue to work on using his left to get to the basket.
• Offense: Consistent outside shot to 23ft. Can score from anywhere on the floor. Good mid range jumper and has ability to score inside. Uses his quickness to score inside of bigger more powerful power forwards. Can finish at the rim and plays above the rim. Excellent body control gives him ability to score in traffic. Excellent finisher in transition.
• Rebounding: Excellent rebounder thanks to his vertical leap and his timing. Vertical leap allows him to rebounder over taller players. Versatility allows him to either make an effective outlet pass to his teammates to start the break , or he can take the ball up the floor himself.
• Defense: Excellent on the ball defense. Is a lock down defender for 2's and 3's along the perimeter. Uses long wingspan to shut down opponents trying to get around him. Good shot blocking skills.
• Game Knowledge: Possesses excellent overall knowledge of the international style of pro ball. Knows where to be on the floor in order to be the most effective. Great transition game.
• Strengths: Ability to finish at the rim. Versatility. Ability to score from anywhere on the floor on any sort of defender. On the ball defense. Shot blocking. Transition game - including handling the ball and finishing on the break. Toughness and coachable.
• Opportunities for Improvement: Rob must continue to work on effectively using his left hand to get to the basket.
• Overall Comments: Rob is a very versatile player that can play 3 positions effectively. He can do everything needed on the floor on both ends. He is very coachable and interacts well with teammates and officials. His athleticism and versatility will make him a very effective pro player. Rob just needs a solid start to his pro career and he will take care of the rest. A start on a low level team would be best at the beginning, but he will move up quickly.
• Collegiate Basketball Career: Fort Hays State - Head Coach Mark Johnson
• Personal Data: U.S. Citizen With U.S. Passport. No reported injuries. Also a citizen of Nigeria. Played professionally in Qatar (2009-2010).
• Contact Information: Phone: (734) 383.3658 Email: robtiv5@gmail.com