jaytuomi wrote:Random question: is Leathernecks PF Orvo Haapajarvi from Finland?
Yes, Orvo Haapajarvi is from Finland. He's 6-6, 207 lbs and will be a senior this season. He was recruited by the Leathernecks when he was the #69 ranked recruit of the 2035-36 recruits.
Here's his stats:
2036-37: 30 games, 26 starts, 24.9 mpg, 4.9 ppg, 1.3 apg, 4.3 rpg
2037-38: 28 games, 27 starts, 26.3 mpg, 6.3 ppg, 1.3 apg, 4.3 rpg
2038-39: 30 games, 30 starts, 27.6 mpg, 7.9 ppg, 1.9 apg, 4.3 rpg (unusual that his rebounding averaged has been exactly the same in each of his first 3 years)
His career game bests: 20 pts, 5 assists, 11 rebounds, 4 blocks, 3 steals, 1 double-double...and he's wonn 5 "player of the game" awards.
He's hit in the mid-high 40% for FG's, but has only VERY rarely attempted a 3...and good since he has yet to sink one. He's a pretty good defender and going into his senior year, he's a 3-1/2 star (current) and 4-1/2 star (potential) player.
His current ratings were pretty low as a freshman, improved significantly as a sophomore, improved slightly as a junior, and again improved slightly going into his senior year.
Looking at the roster for the Leathernecks for the 2039-40 season, I anticipate he will continue to start every game and likely play even more mpg.
Orvo was pleased someone was interested in him and says, "Kiitos!"