Five players will battle for time in the post positions, each bringing a unique set of skills to the table. Malone started for CSUB's No. 1 ranked team in 1998, averaging 10.3 points and 5.6 rebounds per game. He is capable of playing both on the blocks and facing the basket. In addition, he is a tenacious defender and rebounder. He will be a handful to defend for most 'Runner opponents.
Gillies hails from Australia.
Though a relatively big man, he is an excellent face up player with a nice shooting touch. Kajfes, from Croatia by way of Canada's Humber College, is a strong, blue collar player who will fill in nicely for the departed Dock Ellis. Though he possesses the size and strength to guard post players, he is athletic enough to play on the wing. Look for him to earn playing time at the four and five spots this season. If the 'Runners are to return to the NCAA promised land this season, they will have to walk through a mine field to get there.