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Grant Billmeier

• Position Played: 4,5
• Height: 83"
• Weight: 256lbs
• Wingspan: 85.5"
• Birthdate: 10/6/1984
• Nationality/Passport: USA/Yes
• School: Seton Hall University
• Last Team: Wuerzburg '07-'08 (GER), AD Vagos '08-'09 (POR - LPB)

Other Info:

• Physical & Mental: In far above average physical condition. As evidence by his ability to run the floor for full game sets. Mentally very focused on his game execution as well as his goal aspirations.
• Ball Skills: Handles the ball well with his back to the basket. Above average ball skills along the perimeter for a players of his size. Needs to continue to work on protecting the basketball in the low post and on defensive rebounds.
• Offense: Has ability to score with back to the basket. Effective at both low and high post. Good shot mechanics and range from 17ft. – 19ft. Must work on quickness of release.
• Rebounding: Overall, his biggest strength and asset on both ends of the floor. Has excellent timing, anticipation, positioning, and quick and effective outlet passes. These are definite assets.
• Defense: Excellent shot block, with a keen ability to keep the ball in play. Great presence on defensive rebounds. He has ability to front and/or deny his man successfully.
• Game Knowledge: Having previously played overseas, his overall knowledge of the international game is evident by his performance on the court. He understands the international rules and style of play and executes them to his advantage.
• Strengths: Rebounding. Shot blocking. Initiating fast breaks with outlet passes. Runs the floor. Ability to score with back to the basket.
• Opportunities for Improvement: Quickness of shot release. More aggressive in finishing around the basket. Mental toughness.
• Overall Comments: Grant is a very effective player that is focused on his goal of continuing his career on the international pro level. His overseas experience couple with his game execution at our recent combine, qualifies him to be a candidate for the pro level right now.
• Collegiate Basketball Career: Seton Hall University - Head Coach Bobby Gonzalez - 2 Time Team Captain. Led team to two NCAA tournament appearances.
• Personal Data: US citizen With US Passport. No injuries reported. - Wuerzburg (Germany) - Average 13 point per game & 11 rebounds per game. Put up multiple 20/20 games during season. - AD Vagos (Portugal) - 11.9ppg, 8.6rpg, 1.4bpg
• Contact Information: Phone: (609) 737-1229 Email: gbanger33@yahoo.com