After Friday night’s game — after the Dayton Flyers held off Saint Joseph’s 77-72 at UD Arena — both Nate Santos and Coach Anthony Grant talked about the team “finding its identity” again.
On an individual basis, Santos has been on the same path of discovery.
The 6-foot-7 senior forward has found a new identity in two of three categories this season:
- Although it is still an ongoing process, he’s taking on the role as a team leader.
It’s something that has been crucial for these Flyers after the loss of three pillars from last year’s team: DaRon Holmes II, who became a NBA first round pick and now is with the Denver Nuggets; Koby Brea is continuing his sharpshooting with the Kentucky Wildcats; and Kobe Elvis is now an integral part of Oklahoma Sooners’ 14-4 team…