Channeling Samson or Olynyk, Brad Waldow grows his hair and game

Brad Waldow (left) has been one of St. Mary's best defenders, blocking two shots a game.

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Likewise, Waldow's Afro is nowhere near its ceiling. "He's told me he's going to grow it out, maybe get Jheri curls and a head band," says Holt. "If he's playing this well, I certainly don't want him to cut it."