Marcis Ponder impresses FSU coach Loucks by breaking rim in practice
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 10:06 AM
Last updated Jun 4, 2026
Florida State freshman Marcis Ponder broke a rim during his first day of summer workouts, prompting praise from head coach Luke Loucks. Loucks stated that he found the hoop damaged upon entering the practice facility, attributing the incident to Ponder's intense training. Standing at 7 feet, Ponder is expected to make a significant impact for the Seminoles in the upcoming season. Loucks has emphasized the need to improve Ponder's conditioning ahead of their 2026-27 opener against Florida A&M. The team looks to build on an 18-15 record from Loucks' inaugural season.
- •Ponder broke the rim on his first day of workouts.
- •Loucks finds Ponder's competitive nature impressive.
- •Ponder is likely to start for FSU this season.
- •Florida State opens its season against Florida A&M.
- •FSU seeks improvement after an 18-15 record last season.
- 10:06 AMYahoo Sports — FSU head coach Luke Loucks praises Marcis Ponder after breaking rim
"Florida State freshman Marcis Ponder broke a rim on his first day of summer workouts, and he had high praise coming in from head coach Luke Loucks.
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