Sebastian Walda

Polpharma

Position: Wing

Nationality: Poland

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Of 2000 Generation

Born: 28.07.2000

Height: 193cm - 6’4’’

PREDRAFT MEASUREMENTS

Recap: Polish U18 Championships
Bronisław Wawrzyńczuk
May 30, 2017
Sebastian Walda – Phenomenal athlete with rare energy and intensity. He can throw down some powerful dunks in transition and also half court offense. Still struggles shooting wise with not the most typical and slow release but in my opinion it is slightly improved. He never had to shoot as he used to get to the rim at will in youth tournaments of 2000 category so there is a promise that Sebastian will become acceptable shooter.
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Evaluation 1999-2001
Modernet Studio
February 11, 2017

STRENGHTS WEAKNESSESS
  • elite athleticism for a European prospect. Huge vertical leap
  • muscular both upper and lower body
  • has a good slashing feel. Loves getting to the rim in transition and half court
  • has a finishing flair and very solid hangtime. Embraces the contact perfectly
  • notable rebounder for position
  • displays good defensive effort for someone who has been the main offensive option for years at youth level. Anticipation allows him to get into the passing lanes frequently. Can play lockdown defense when fully engaged 
  

  • doesn’t really have a mid range game. Struggles to create shots off the dribble
  • not talented shooting wise. Mechanics looks poor. Even career FT% are not good enough
  • lacks skills in left hand 
OUTLOOK
Walda’s father is a physioterapist in Trefl Sopot senior team. Sebastian is often compared to 1995 born Przemyslaw Zolnierewicz as Polish basketball has athletes like them just once a few years. He achieved a lot on youth level, plays with poise and good mentality. Improving shooting skills and utilizing outstanding energy is critical for his future development. 

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League / TeamGMINPTS2%FG3%FG%FTRDRORTASSTTOBFvFCmEff
Polish 2nd Div 16-17
Trefl Sopot		2520:318.5
Polish U20 16-17
Trefl Sopot		720:3311.6
Polish U18 16-17
Trefl Sopot		825:4413.6

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