Comments on: Ostrowski standing pat

By: Shoko

Shoko — Wed, 02 Mar 2011 19:41:52 +0000

A player’s skill set at the point guard position is much more important than his height. At the PG position, the player should be comfortable dribbling and passing the ball under heavy defensive pressure. He should also be able to penetrate off the dribble and pass the ball to other players with high-percentage shots. He is basically a QB on the floor that has a good understanding of the game and is able to direct his teammates in executing plays.

Miah possesses these attributes. He’s athletic, smart and able to handle the ball in high-pressure situations. If one recalls the Utah State and Nevada games, I think that proves he is able to handle pressure and is mentally tough. He may not be another NBA guard Nate Robinson (5’9″ – 180 with a 45″ vertical leap) who also played football at Washington, but considering that he came in half way through the season and has performed the way he’s done, I think his future as a player is very promising.

By: Hoohiki

Hoohiki — Wed, 02 Mar 2011 19:07:20 +0000

I agree with protector. I’m sure he knows his limitations, but for now he’s making “bigger” contributions than anyone on the team who’s physically bigger and to do it after personal tragedies and keep up with his academics is truly commendable. Not to mention, he’s a 2 sport athlete! He’s living his dream. Which is more than some people who sit around pretending to be NBA or NFL scouts. He deserves better than to be scrutinized for his size.

By: protector

protector — Wed, 02 Mar 2011 13:06:01 +0000

I’m just happy to have a talented local athlete like him come to play for us and represent us well on 2 of our Warrior teams, regardless of his height and future potential!

By: Ed

Ed — Wed, 02 Mar 2011 09:46:44 +0000

Integrity and character are two of the many things that his parents instilled in him.

Miah is making the right choice.

By: al

al — Wed, 02 Mar 2011 09:33:48 +0000

miah 5’9″/175lbs
chad 5’7″/180 lbs

By: Travis

Travis — Wed, 02 Mar 2011 09:10:20 +0000

I agree that Miah probably has a better shot of playing professionally in basketball rather than football. I could see him making a pro team in Europe or Asia.

By: jjay

jjay — Wed, 02 Mar 2011 08:25:34 +0000

Miah’s first love is basketball,he is smaller not as big as
Chad Owens, as far as pro sports Miah could probably make a living playing pro basketball in Asia, not the NFL or CFL

By: Innocent Observer

Innocent Observer — Wed, 02 Mar 2011 06:52:15 +0000

Miah undstands that any future as a pro athelete, is better in football than basketball. He too short for basketball, does not have a deadly 3 pointer and not lightning quick with the ball. He is good enough to play at UH, but if with other BCS or top ten teams, he might have some difficulty. If he can catch (really good), and with some speed, he has a better chance to play pro football, even though he is relatively small. But again, he has not played much in prior years, so it might also be difficult, unless he has a tremendous year. He has good athleticism but due to size, it is difficult for him to outshine the big boys with speed.

By: G (China)

G (China) — Wed, 02 Mar 2011 05:44:40 +0000

We all knew this to be the case, but because he has been playing lights out some people are speculating. I understand that, but I appreciate a man keeping his word. Miah is a special person as he is an athlete.

By: Oahu resident

Oahu resident — Wed, 02 Mar 2011 05:40:16 +0000

Miah needs to reconsider. He clearly is the key element that was missing from the basketball team and needs to focus on basketball. The football team has many receivers and he may not end up starting, or he might get injured. He is the local player who creates excitement and fills the Stan Sheriff.