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DUSTY RYCHART'S BLOG View profile
201cm / 6'7'' - Forward - 1979

USA-Australian

Dusty Rychart Basketball Career

Born: Nov.8, 1979 in Grand Rapids, USA
URL: www.d-rych.com
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Outlook:
A hard working player who will do all the little things necessary to win. Has good inside moves and is an excellent rebounder with a great nose for the ball. Possesses a nice shooting touch and is a solid defensive player
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Career:
Grand Rapids, Minn. / Grand Rapids HoopsS.
1997-1998: Minnesota (NCAA): Redshirted
1998-1999: Minnesota (NCAA): 21 games: 3.8ppg, 2.8rpg, 0.5apg
1999-2000: Minnesota (NCAA, starting five): 28 games: 11.8ppg, 7.9rpg, 1.5apg
2000-2001: Minnesota (NCAA, starting five): 31 games: 14.6ppg, 8.0rpg, 1.5apg
2001-2002: Minnesota (NCAA, starting five): 31 games: 13.1ppg, 6.6rpg, 2.0apg
2002 July: Shaw's Pro Summer League (Minnesota Timberwolves)
2002-2003: Victoria Giants (Australia-NBL, starting five), left in Dec '02: 14 games: 16.5ppg, 7.9rpg, 0.9apg, then moved to Adelaide 36ers (Australia-NBL, starting five): 10 games: 17.9ppg, 7.9rpg, 1.1apg
2003-2004: Adelaide 36ers (Australia-NBL, starting five): 30 games: 21.9ppg, 9.9rpg, 1.9apg
2004-2005: Adelaide 36ers (Australia-NBL, starting five): 32 games: 21.4ppg, 10.8rpg, 2.9apg
2005: Hawkes Bay Hawks (New Zealand-NBL, starting five): 18 games: 16.8ppg, 8.3rpg, 1.7apg, 1.4spg, FGP: 48.6%, 3FGP: 15.4%, FT: 64.0%
2005-2006: Adelaide 36ers (Australia-NBL, starting five): 31 games: 18.8ppg, 9.2rpg, 2.1apg
2006 June: Howard Pulley League in Minneapolis, MN
2006-2007: Brisbane Bullets (Australia-NBL, starting five): 39 games: 15.1ppg, 8.1rpg, 1.5apg
2007: North Adelaide Rockets (Australia-ABA, starting five)
2007-2008: Brisbane Bullets (Australia-NBL, starting five): 32 games: 16.2ppg, 9.3rpg, 1.8apg, FGP: 53.5%, 3PT: 14.3%, FT: 60.0%
2008: Brisbane Capitals (Australia-ABA, starting five): 10 games: 18.1ppg, 12.6rpg, 4.0apg, FGP: 39.9%, 3PT: 33.3%, FT: 76.7%
2008-2009: Wollongong Hawks (Australia-NBL, starting five): 30 games: 15.1ppg, 8.5rpg, 1.6apg, FGP: 50.7%, 3PT: 36.7%, FT: 65.7%
2009-2010: Cairns Taipans (Australia-NBL, starting five): 28 games: 11.9ppg, Reb-3(6.8rpg), 1.6apg, FGP: 52.8%, 3PT: 43.5%, FT: 60.6%
2010-2011: Skytrans Cairns Taipans (Australia-NBL, starting five): 34 games: 8.3ppg, 6.0rpg, 1.2apg, FGP: 45.3%, 3PT: 15.4%, FT: 67.4%
2011-2012: Skytrans Cairns Taipans (Australia-NBL): 14 games: 6.3ppg, 5.0rpg, 0.7apg, FGP: 43.0%, FT: 72.7%
2012: Cairns Marlins (Australia-QBL): 6 games: 13.5ppg, 7.7rpg, 1.5apg, 2FGP: 56.3%, FT: 81.8%
2012-2013: Skytrans Cairns Taipans (Australia-NBL): 15 games: 3.9ppg, 2.0rpg
2013: Brisbane Capitals (Australia-QBL, starting five)
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Awards/Achievements:
Third Team All-Big Ten -02
Australian NBL All-Stars Game -05
Australiabasket.com All-NBL 2nd Team -05
New Zealand NBL Regular Season Runner-Up -05
New Zealand NBL Finalist -05
Australiabasket.com All-New Zealand NBL 2nd Team -05
Australiabasket.com New Zealand NBL All-Imports Team -05
Australian NBL All-Star Game -06: 14pts
Australiabasket.com Australian NBL All-Import Players 2nd Team -06
Australian NBL Champion -07
Australian NBL Regular Season Champion -07
Australian NBL Semifinals -08
Australiabasket.com Australian NBL All-Imports 2nd Team -08
Australiabasket.com All-Australian NBL Honorable Mention -08, 10
Australiabasket.com Australian NBL All-Imports Team -10
Australian NBL Finalist -11

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First 3 Months In Nyiregyhaza - Dec 8, 2010

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Curtis
Marshall

Hello, hogyan csinalod? For those who don't understand that, and I'm sure its most of you, it means hello, how are you doing in Hungarian. You have to love google translate!!!! If you do not know me, my name is Curtis Marshall (196-G/F-83, agency: R.H.Consultancy, college: Texas Tech) and I'm from St. Louis, Missouri. I graduated from Texas Tech in 2005 and played for legendary coach Bob Knight . In my years under coach Knight I gained so much knowledge of the game of basketball. Playing for Bob Knight was the best decision I could have made for my basketball career. This is my sixth season playing professional basketball overseas. This is my second season in Europe and I have played other seasons in Australia and South America. I played my first season in Europe in the Baltic League and Eurocup for Barons LMT in Riga, Latvia. This was a come-back season for me since I haven't played basketball in Europe since the 06-07 season. I'm currently playing for Marso-Vagep NYKK basketball team in the Hungarian League (Hungary - A Division). I decided to play in Nyiregyhaza because I believed this could be the new start I needed in order to make a name for myself in Europe again. I also wanted to help an upcoming club be able to accomplish things that have not been previously accomplished. Practices here are typical for me, including two-a-days and weights. The difference is the travel because we travel on the day of games. I'm not a fan of this, but it definitely beats the 8-22 hour bus trips I experienced in Argentina. I think the longest trip we have to take here is like 6 hours or so. Another difference from previous seasons is the weather. I'm still trying to get back adjusted to the cold weather because I haven't experienced winter since my first season in Europe four years ago. That's the great thing about playing basketball in countries that don't get cold during the season, but rather having warm weather.

My team is having an up and down season so far. We are 3-6 so far and most would think we are not a good team,but that's not the case. The last three games we have been playing without a center and I was the tallest player on the court. I'm only 196cm, not a good look playing against players 208cm and above. Its hard to win without post players, not saying its not possible, but we would have to shoot above 80% in order to pull of a win. Really, what are the odds of all of our post players being injured? This is the first time this has ever happened to a team I've played on and most people can't say they have experienced this. It's a hard situation but I have a job to do and I still go into every game with the thought of winning no matter what. I can say that im in top shape from all the practices and playing 40 minutes a game. Once we are back to full strength, we will be a team to be reconed with. Many will overlook us and that will be their mistake. Its still early and we do have a chance of making the playoffs in April. That is when Marso-Vagep will show everyone why we shouldn't have been overlooked!!!!

Living in Nyiregyhaza has not been much of a shock to me, except for not having English channels on TV. Some people be asking me about the games but they dont speak English. Have you ever tried explaining how you did to someone who doesnt speak your language or visa-versa? The crazy thing is that I been in South America so long that my first thought is to try to explain in Spanish, yeah, good luck pulling that off. Nyiregyhaza is a nice city, its not the biggest but there is enough here to keep anyone's time occupied and is also 2.5 hours from Budapest. There are things to do but I havn't done alot because I prefer to experience everything this city has to offer with my family. I have a nice apartment, a car, and to my surprised I eat for free!!!! My teammates call my car the village X5, ha ha ha, far from a Navigator, but it's better than walking or taking a taxi everywhere. The only thing I do not have is my family but my wife and daughter will be here December 16th. When they arrive here I will be whole again. Being reunited with your family is the greatest feeling!!!!

I give thanks to my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ for giving me this talent that allows me to travel the world and experience different cultures. 'Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer' -- Romans 12:12. I would also like to thank Eurobasket for giving me the opportunity to do this blog. Until the next time, Curtis Marshall signing off, God Bless!!!!

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Chad
Timberlake

Finals!!!!- May.14, 2012 (by Eurobasket Center)

This season has been a great one. At the beginning of the season the goal for this team was to finish in the top 8. As most already know we finished in first place. We set a Falco record with wins in a season and consecutive wins. It's great to be part of a team with this kind of success. We won our third game against Kormend last night in a very difficult, very tiring game. The end of the game came down to a couple big shots from Tamas Will (196-G/F-87, agency: TSS Management) and Laszlo Kalman (186-G-72, agency: Laszlo Vinko Group). Laci's free throws sealed the win. The whole team contributed in big ways. It was such a relief when the final buzzer went off. It felt like it took me a few seconds to start to celebrate. I started running down the court and didn't know where to go. I just had to hug someone hahaa. It was a lot of pressue off our shoulders and we are all very happy to win that game. Winning that game allows us a little time to rest before the finals so the injuries that our team has collected and fought through can receive some treatments and rest. This is well needed. We have had some unfortunate luck as far as injuries in these playoffs. (Pantelic/sprained ankle, Harizin/foot, Kalman/elbow, myself/dislocated ankle) Still, we have made it to the finals. After the possibility of losing to Kis-Raba menti Takarek Soproni KC in the first round, due in part to the injuries we accumulated and also that Kis-Raba menti Takarek Soproni KC is a good team, to be where we are now is why when that final buzzer went off yesterday it was a release of pressure and it took me a few seconds to react. I'm very proud of my coach and team. We have worked hard all season to get here and now we are!!! We are going to go against a great team in Szolnoki Olajbanyasz. A team who has had a tremendous season themselves. They won the Hungarian Cup and as everyone should be aware of they went to the final four of the Eurochallenge and they were a few plays away from winning their first game against the champion Besiktas Milangaz Istanbul. So congratulations to them for the Eurochallenge. I'm looking forward to putting the whole season on the line against a team who has had such international success as them.

Today is a chill day! I started the day at 9:30 where I went to Derkovits Gyula ltalnos Iskola and spoke to students learning english. So I send a thank you to Veronika and Aletta for setting that up. It was a good time and I hope the kids enjoyed it as much as I did. They prepared some wonderful questions for me. Now that thats finished I'm going to relax at home before going to lift weights and then head over to Sarvar to relax at the spa and get a massage. You know, all that good stuff. Time to take care of my body today before we get into our clash with szolnok.

It's been a long time since I wrote a blog, largely due to the focus I was putting on the season. I have had a few interesting days in that time. I'll share one of them. I was going to lunch one day and there was police on every corner leading up to the restaurant. When I get to the street that the restaurants on it looks like secret service blocking the street off. They make me circle the block and park the next street over. I'm thinking, 'what, is Obama here?' I park the car and start walking to my restaurant where a secret service guy is standing like every bit of cliched security: black shades, suit, ear pieces, speaking in the cuff of his sleeve, the whole nine. As I get closer I see him speak into his sleeve as I get maybe 10 steps closer to him he squares up with me and holds his hand out obviously telling me to stop. I was laughing a little in my mind thinking, did this dude really just square me up?? While I'm thinking that, a rush of photographers are taking flashing pictures of a man walking right towards me. As he gets closer I recognize that it's not Obama but it's the Hungarian President Pal Schmitt. I was very shocked to see a President eating at the restaurant I eat my lunches at. Must be good quality food! I've never seen a president in person so I'm glad I got to see him when I did. If it had been a month later it wouldn't of counted as an active president because he stepped down from office a few weeks later because of a plagiarism scandal. I hope to have a few more interesting times here. Our team is planning to go paint balling at the end of the season. I'm also thinking of going horseback riding through some mountains. Interesting for me. I never thought I would ride a horse let alone get on one and take it through mountain trails. :) We'll see. I hope everyone enjoys my blog as much as I've enjoyed my season in Szombathely.

Today is my sisters Birthday and I have to say Happy Birthday to the most beautiful sister in the world and also send her an extremely proud congratulations for her graduating from Seton Hall University with her masters. I love you Britnee.

I'll talk to you again in a few weeks.

Your favorite blogger
Chad Timberlake (194-G-84, college: Fair Dickinson)

It all ends in Debrecen- Apr.24, 2012 (by Eurobasket Center)

Who would have ever thought we would make it to the EuroChallenge Final Four?! Me being a player for Szolnok, I definetly did not think we would make it this far. I know its kinda sad that I would think that right? Now that we have made it this far I know we are capable of writing history and becoming the EuroChallenge champions!! My goal for this years EuroChallenge was to make it past the first round. The previous year we were so close but we came up just a little bit short, and that left a sour taste in my mouth as well as my teammates. We were able to make it past the first round, 'Thank God!' and I was satisfied with that. However we kept progressing and rode the momentum of the first round, started winning more games and before you know it we were in the final 8. When we reached this point in the tournament I felt like a kid in the candy store wanting more and more. I was thinking in my head, ' hey we made it this far why not set your goals even higher'. We did get some help from Aalstar in that round that propelled us into the final 8 but once again thank God haha! Ok so now we made it to the final 8 and we are up against Ventspils, a young and talented team. They were a very tough team to beat at home, and it showed the first game where they dominated us. We were beaten mentally and physically that night. We came back the next game more willing and eager to prove we could win. We won the next two games and celebrated on there home court :) as we wrote history in advancing to the final 4. That brings us now to Debrecen, Hungary where the Eurochallenge final 4 is being held. Its been a long journey from the start and it will all end here!! It will be us Szolnok, Hungary, Chalon, France, Besiktas, Turkey, and Triumph, Russia!
I want to also take the time to thank all of the Szolnok fans, and everyone else you have been supporting us throughout the EuroChallenge. We could not have done it without you. I am looking forward and I know my teammates are looking forward to the weekend where we will fight for the championship. And for those who are hoping that we lose we are representing Hungary, not just Szolnok. It would be a great achievement for a country that does not get as much respect in basketball as the other powerhouses do to win it all. But anyways I think thats long enough :) We are off to Debrecen tomorrow and we will see all you guys, and gals there :) If not at the gym hopefully you will watch it on your TV's. Take care everyone and God bless!!

Josh Wilson

Washingtonians Hooping in Hungary- Jan.4, 2012 (by Eurobasket Center)

The basketball world is a small one. Every new teammate seems to know someone you do. Whether its a college teammate or someone you played with in high school you can usually come across a common person that has crossed your paths. This can be a great advantage for every hooper in landing your next job or gaining information on a country or team. The vast network that connects us all is a powerful tool that should be harnessed by every player. Its all about networking.

I try and help out any player that has crossed my path and gained my respect. If I hear of a job or my team needs a player, I'll do my best to track down someone. So far I have been able to get my college teammate Stephen Sir (195-G-82, college: N.Arizona) on my team in Germany (the best shooter I have ever played with or seen) and now my friend Nik Raivio (192-G-86, agency: Priority Sports, college: Portland) on my current team, Kaposvari KK. We all need a shot, our chance, the big break. If you are in the position to help a hooper you respect, you should do so. Wouldn't you want someone to do the same for you?

This year I am fortunate enough to play with two other Washingtonians. I myself played for Mark Morris High School in Longview, WA while Nik Raivio played for Mountain View in Vancouver, WA and Michael Fey (213-F/C-83, college: UCLA) played for Capital High School in Olympia, WA. Tell me when that has happened before? Three players from the same state all on the same team is crazy. Olympia is only an hour drive from Longview and Vancouver is only 30 minutes. Now we are all hooping in a little city in Hungary. Mike and Nik can ball too, check out their stats. Since my last post we won a tough overtime game where I had 33 point and 6 assists, Nik had 26 points and 5 rebounds, Mike 17 points and 10 rebounds. Not too shabby for the Great Northwest. The victory put us in position to move up to 5th but unfortunately we lost to Falco on the 28th. We are tied for 7th and ready to make a run the second half of the season. Heads Up: We are 6-2 since Mr. Fey showed up.

My immediate network is killing overseas right now; Ruben Boykin (201-F-85, college: N.Arizona) (Greece A1), Kyle Landry (207-C/F-86, college: N.Arizona) (Russia) and Stephen Sir all groomsmen in my wedding and putting in work. My other friends and former Lumberjacks Zarko Comagic (201-F-85, college: N.Arizona) (Poland), Kristian Kuhn (208-C-87, college: N.Arizona) (Germany), Cameron Jones (193-G-89, college: N.Arizona) (NBDL), and Mike Trinh. Omar Krayem (185-G-86, college: Cal.Baptist) (Sweden), Longview legend and LCC star in Sweden averaging 20 pts and 6 assists. Kurt Cunningham (205-C/F-87, college: Boise St.) (France) and Daniel Werner (203-F-87, college: Florida) (Italy) from last years team also moved up to great leagues and are showing they belong in the top leagues in Europe. All these players are in high places and know GMs, agents and coaches throughout each league. These are all people I have played with. I didn't even mention any of the ones I have played against. Send your video out and have your friends put in a good word. What's the worst that could happen?

This blog may seem random but there is a point; use your network to better yourself and help your friends. Not every agent can be trusted and not everyone will be honest about the quality and legitimacy of the team/country youre going to. Before getting yourself in a bad position ask someone who has been there before if it's a good idea. There are MANY things that you should take into account before making a decision on where you're going, not just dollar signs. Veterans have seen most of Europe so don't be afraid to ask. Facebook and other social media platforms are a great way to connect with players and agents. Use all the tools necessary to give you the best chance at a good job. Lastly, you should introduce yourself to as many agents and coaches as possible. You never know where your next job may come from.

If you want to know more about me you can watch my highlights on YouTube (http://youtu.be/ApGzS3h-csQ) or follow me on twitter @jdubball21. Check back in a few days for next the blog. Josh Wilson (188-PG-87, agency: Hightower Law Firm, college: N.Arizona)

Josh Wilson's Blog Intro Dec.15, 2011

5 team tie early! Nov.13, 2011

Falco starts the right way Oct.10, 2011

Hungary once again! Oct.2, 2011

Striving For Better!!!! Jan.20, 2011

Marso-Vagep On The Rise!!!! Dec.24, 2010

First 3 Months In Nyiregyhaza Dec.8, 2010

Early Sucess Nov.8, 2010

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