Tuesday, July 21, 2020

From Gia to LBA Jeffrey carroll is working on his journey to professional basketball

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From GIA to LBA: Jeffery Carroll’s journey to the pros the leap from the G League and Serie A2 level to the LBA. This will be quite a change for Carroll, however, he only looks forward to a greater challenge and better competition.

“It’s a whole ‘nother level of basketball over there, far more physical and way faster than anything I’ve played in.”

Throughout the pandemic, Carroll has made sure to keep himself in prime league shape. Coming and going between Dallas and Oklahoma City, Carroll has connected with local trainer Zephaniah Moore and trained with Lindy Waters III. Both pushed each other to a new level of skill and kept each other in check.

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Jeffery Carroll walked into the SkinzLeague one last time Wednesday evening, slated to play No. 1 ranked OnPoint.

It was just a few days before Carroll got on a plane Monday morning and headed over to Italy, home of his brand new team, De’ Longhi Treviso Basket.

Carroll’s road to pro basketball consisted of three head coaches at Oklahoma State, signing with the Los Angeles Lakers for the 2018 Summer League, leading to a a 2-way contract in 2018-19 season and a Serie A2 Basket contract with Bergamo Basket.

This year, Carroll will take his talent overseas once again, this time on a top-tier LBA Italian league deal, with De’ Longhi Treviso Basket.

In an interview with the O’Colly, Carroll shared that those coaching changes at OSU created an opportunity for even greater development.

“It forced me to learn how to adapt,” said Carroll. “Their styles of coaching were similar, but there was definitely something I had to get used TUESDAY, JULY 21, 2020

Jeffrey Carroll is working hard to achieve his basketball dream.

to.”

Though three different coaches had

their share of time in Stillwater during Carroll’s five years, he

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just continued to play hard, which set him up for success.

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Success has become a trend in Carroll’s life now that he made

But in the end, Carroll thanks his roots for his success.

“I wouldn’t be a professional basketball player if I didn’t play for Oklahoma State,” Carroll confidently said. “I redshirted my freshman year so that gave me a year off to kind of find my game, find how I want to play and build my body, get right mentally, physically, stuff like that. Without them, I wouldn’t be here right now.”

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Horoscope

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Los Angeles Times Daily Crossword Puzzle Edited by Rich Norris and Joyce Lewis

By Nancy Black Tribune Content Agency Todays Birthday (07/21/20). Together, you’re invincible this year. Partnership with coordinated teamwork wins. Learn unexpected new tricks. Self-discovery illuminates the summer, leading to a positive change for you and your partner. A quiet, introspective winter nurtures your health and work for new energy. Support each other.

To get the advantage, check the day’s rating: 10 is the easiest day, 0 the most challenging.

Aries (March 21-April 19) — Today is a 7 — Talk with family about the domestic changes you’d love to see. Dreamy results are possible. Review plans and research options in detail.

Taurus (April 20-May 20) — Today is an 8 — Reach out to reinforce connections and communication channels. Share news, resources and information. Help others find each other. Participate in a larger conversation.

Gemini (May 21-June 20) — Today is a 7 — Brilliant ideas lead to lucrative opportunities. Get creative. Provide products and services that fill a niche demand.

Share and coordinate distribution of resources.

Cancer (June 21-July 22) — Today is a 9 — You’re the star for the next phase.

The spotlight shines your way; take advantage to promote a personal cause. Find easy ways to amplify your contribution.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) — Today is a 7 — Take the high road. Restore integrity where missing. Recharge before attempting to take care of everyone. Peace and tranquility restores. Enjoy special rituals.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) — Today is a 7 — Friends benefit your heart and health.

Support each other. Participate with a community effort, especially if you’re feeling alone. Love makes the world go around.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) — Today is an 8 — Your work is gaining respect.

Investigate a career opportunity and imagine the potential. A dreamy assignment offers exciting connections. Smile and respond in the affirmative.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) — Today is an 8 — Consider cultural views outside of your own. Try on new ideas and ways of thinking. Learn through exploration and investigation. Study to expand your horizons.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) — Today is an 8 — Resources are available for shared ventures. It may require applications, paperwork and dedication. Stay in communication and cooperate for common gain. Profit through collaboration.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) — Today is an 8 — Find thoughtful ways to let your partner know how much you care. Provide support. Small gestures go a long way.

Weave romance from thin air.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) — Today is an 8 — Get moving! Physical action gets results. Exercise clears your head and keeps your body energized. You’re growing stronger. Keep practicing for strength and endurance.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) — Today is a 7 — Love, art and beauty provide soul food. Creativity and inventiveness arise from curiosity or necessity. Enjoy games, sports and hobbies, romance and family fun.

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Solution to Monday’s puzzle

Complete the grid so each row, column and 3-by-3 box (in bold borders) contains every digit, 1 to 9.

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ACROSS 1 “__ U Been Gone”: 2004 Kelly Clarkson hit 6 Church section 10 __ facto 14 Early morning hr.

15 Abolitionist Lucretia 16 Superhero whose surname is Odinson 17 *Spotify alternative 19 Foot part 20 Palindromic address 21 Baldwin of “30 Rock” 22 Family grams 23 Not online: Abbr.

24 Incensed feeling 25 Cincinnati-based supermarket chain 27 *“More heat in that dish!,” Emeril-style 31 Formerly called 32 Really popular 33 Battery size 34 African country whose capital is Accra 37 __-Z: Millennials’ followers 38 Not at all pleased 40 Slippery sea creature 41 Neither’s partner 42 Bygone airline 43 *“Unwell” band 49 Go over again, as a contract 50 Cleanse (of) 51 Positive response 53 Crowd requirement?

54 Turn sharply 56 South American berry 57 Clarinet insert 58 Game-ending result ... or what each of the answers to starred clues has?

60 Othello’s betrayer 61 Memorial notice 62 Honor-thieves link 63 Cons’ opposites 64 Candy apple and fire engine 65 Thick, like fog

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DOWN 1 “Me too!”

2 Like a garaged car, gearwise 3 Sherpa, typically 4 The __ before the storm 5 Suffix with morph 6 Protective piece of jewelry 7 Ask, as a question 8 Neckwearsecuring accessory 9 And more: Abbr.

10 “Let’s do this” 11 Frustrating series of missed calls 12 Sun-powered vehicle 13 Valuable rocks 18 Decluttering maven Kondo 22 Opposite of oui 24 DIY furniture brand 26 Tattered cloth 28 Current events TV channel 29 Popular ride app’s basic service level 30 Horses eat it 34 Amazing person

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35 “Agreed!”

36 Hannah Montana, for Miley Stewart 37 Positive feeling 38 Amazed 39 Indian flatbread 41 Minnesota Timberwolves org.

42 Spin, as a baton 44 Things one believes

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45 Giggle syllable 46 Pays for everyone 47 Business big shot 48 Longs (for) 52 Prolonged attack 53 Excursion 55 Geraint’s beloved 56 Very top 58 In favor of 59 In low spirits