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Rus Bradburd
6'4
New Mexico State
A very versatile player. Flashy ball-handling, dynamite quickness and deft passing make him fun to watch. A three-year starter at New Mexico State. Can shoot the "three " or dunk it. Very personable, already popular with the kids in town. Averaged 14 ppg as a senior, and led NSMU in assists and steals.
5'7
Tralee
The Tiger's "Little Big Man" averaged 30 minutes a match after Christmas last year. True point gaurd who made big shots all last season. Dangerous if left open. Probably the Tiger's best help-side defender Took over Captain duties after John Teahan was injured. Named Tiger's Most Valuable Player last year for his leadership and consistency
6'6
West Texas State
Irish grandparents from Sligo allow Chris to play as an Irishman. Tough, strong, and mean he could be the Tiger's best defender. A dangerous three point shooter, he shot 40% from the arc in college. his team finished 23-9, and made the NCCA division II playoffs for the first time in ten years. Chris made the end-of-year all-tournament team in the Lone Star Conference. Finishing his degree in Criminal Justice while he's in Tralee.
6'5
McNeese State U.
An explsovive leaper who will stun the fans with his incredible springs. Can play any position on the floor, and will for Tigers. Led McNeese to the NCCA tournament for the first time in twelve seasons. Averaged 13 ppg in his two years there. Was named Player of the Game in NCAA tournament against Mississippi State. Earned his college diploma before he left, in Criminal Justice.
6'5
Limerick
Joined on with the Tralee Garda this Spring. Starred for limerick previously , and dropped in 20 points in the Cup Final two years ago. A good shooter out to 16', smart and crafty. Now living in Abbeyfeale, has a five-year old son, Jack. A surprise additions to the tigers.
6'4
Tralee
The youngest starter in the IBA last season, his first in the Super League. Kieran averaged nearly 10 ppg for the Tigers. A star for local power Austin Stacks GAA club as well. Big hands, great heart, fantastic in the fast break game. Joined the Tigers in October last year, learned his trade with St. Brendan,s club before swithcing over.
6'8
Washington DC/Tralee
Longtime Tigers player suffered one of the most devestating injuries a plyer can have: a torn achilles. Attempting a comeback this year, should improve dramaticall as the season goes on. Long successful career in Irterland, mostly with Tralee. Married to a lovely Tralee lady.
5'11
Tralee
Named the Tiger's "Most Improved player" last season, his first in the Super League. "Super Dave" earned several starting assignments at the end of the season. Stunned "Top 8" champs St. Vincents by drilling six points in the Tiger's overtine loss in thie next-to-last match. Studyin at ITT.
5'11
Tralee
Named the Tigers "Smartest Player" lst season. Played until Christmas before he committed his first turnover. Heady, good vision, good passer, and made several key "threes" for the Tigers last season. Attending college in Cork again this year. Father Mike is hoops coach at Mount Hawk
5'6
Tralee
Returns to th Tigers this season, but has been associated with the club for years. Lefty, a smart passer and a good three point shooter. Nephew of locl basketball legend Derry O' Shea
6'5
Tralee
The Keirns-O'Rahilly GAA hero missed most of the Tigers matches last season with schooling and football, but his football club's misfortune is good news for the Tigers. maybe the best passer on the squad, and a fine shooter as well. Had twenty points in a close loss at killester last season. Finishing his college work at ITT
6'4
Boston American International U.
After residing in Ireland for seven years, waitng for citizenship papers so he can join the Tigers full time. Filled in the last three games as an import last season, averaging 20 ppg. has had a long successful career in Ireland, and has a long association with the Tigers.
6'1
Castleisland/Cairharsiveen
Lower back probelms last season limited Teahan to just 58 points for the year, his lowest in a decade. had been named Irish Player of the Year the season before. Appears health now. Tenacious defender, unselfish, a rugged competitor, and a good scorer. the ultimate team player. Was raised in castleisland.
6'0
Tralee
The Tigers best three point shooter last year, averaged just under 9 ppg. Lit up Notre Dame for 25 points in Dublin. Can get hot with long-range bombs. Strong and barrell-chested. Last season was hsi first in organized basketball in five years, and he was the surprise of the season.
6'0
Tralee/Kanturk
Former Tiger standout at the point gaurd is making his comeback after a three yesr absence. Gritty, scraapy, and smart. Can drill shots if left open, but prefers to run the team with his crafty passing. Starred for the St. Brendan's club in the past as well.
Fourteen seasons in USA Divison I college coaching, at U of Texas-El Paso and New Mexico State U. Eight NCCA tornament appearances; seven league championships. UTEP was the 7th winningest team in the USA in the 1980's; New Mexico State was the 9th winningest team in the USA in the 1990's.
Tigers were the youngest team in the Super League last year by an average of over 4 years. Worst Tiger loss was by 18 points at St. Vincent. Tigers lost at Cup Champ Demons on a last second three. Tigers lost to Top Eight Champs St. Vincent on overtime.