SportsLine/Lindy's reports
Nov. 12, 1999

The faces have changed, but the expectations of coach Dave Farrar remain high.

Only two starters return from last year's 16-11 team, and this year's success hinges on how quickly Farrar can blend the talent of five newcomers and two key redshirts.

Shooting guard Gordon Scott has the potential to take over a game, but was plagued by inconsistency in 1998-99. Enough raw talent should have the Vandals contending in the East by season's end.

Keep an eye on

Kaniel Dickens, a tremendously athletic junior who, with a 6-8 frame and soft shooting touch, can be a presence inside and out.

Vandals at a glance

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Returning starters (2):
Gordon Scott, G, 6-5, 185, Sr. (14.8 ppg, 3.1 rpg)
Devon Ford, G/F, 6-3, 195, Sr. (10.3 ppg, 6.7 rpg)

Returning key reserves:
Kaniel Dickens, F/C, 6-8, 215, Jr. (6.3 ppg, 4.8 rpg)
Adam Miller, G, 5-10, 185, Jr. (1.3 ppg, 0.5 apg)
Clifford Gray, F, 6-5, 215, Sr. (11.1 ppg, 6.3 rpg)

Newcomers to watch:
Anthony Lewis, G, 6-4, 205
Lance Buoncristiani, G, 5-8, 140
William Gates, F, 6-7, 217
Matt Gershefske, F, 6-6, 195
Chris Monroe, C, 6-8, 235

Starters lost (3):
Avery Curry, G, 6-2, 185 (16.5 ppg, 4.6 apg)
Kevin Byrne, C, 6-9, 225 (6.2 ppg, 6.1 rpg)
Cameron Banks, G/F, 6-4, 210 (10.0 ppg, 3.2 rpg)

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