Recruiting: 2016

[VU2014]

https://twitter.com/JonRothstein/status/731202624922341376

Just committed to High Point yesterday.

[valpopal]

Larry Austin Jr. has chosen Vandy over Valpo as his transfer location.

[VU2014]

Could he have pick any other school...?

[M]

They're out of scholarships now right?

[covufan]

They're out of scholarships now right?

Not quite. They have one player declared for NBA, and might still come back.  Doubtful, but might come back.

[covufan]

https://twitter.com/GoodmanESPN/status/733295576842821632


http://verbalcommits.com/players/michael-gilmore-fl

[vu72]

https://twitter.com/GoodmanESPN/status/733295576842821632


http://verbalcommits.com/players/michael-gilmore-fl

We may be starting to see Jackie Manuel's connections here.  Manuel is from Florida as is Gilmore.

[VU2014]

I've watched quite a few VCU games the last few years. Didn't see him play much but his game kind of reminds me of E Victor but with a more consistent outside shot. He sort of seemed like more of a 3 then a 4 or maybe a stretch 4, not as quick as E Victor though. He'd be a really nice pick up if he decided to come here. Could potential help replace Skara's minutes. Anyone know he's visiting Miami? or Miami-Ohio?

[bbtds]

Anyone know he's visiting Miami? or Miami-Ohio?

The folks in Oxford, Ohio would probably like it if people thought "is it Miami? or Miami, FL?

The Oxford, Ohio school is 116 years older than the Coral Gables, FL school. Oxford has 18,456 students while Coral Gables has 16,774. The big difference is that Miami U (Ohio) is a public research university while U of Miami (FL) is a private research university.

[covufan]

From ESPN site:

Troy Harper, 6-1, G, Soph., Campbell -- considering St. Peter's, Monmouth, Drexel, Valparaiso

http://verbalcommits.com/players/troy-harper

Not sure he would fit in at PG.

[valpo64]

Still anxiously waiting for news regarding new recruits, or those leaning toward VU at this point in time...any news?

[VULB#62]

Here's one for sure:

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[Vale O. Paradise]

Verbal Commits says Valpo has offered a scholarship to 6'7" PF Solomon Hainna, currently a JuCo junior.


http://www.verbalcommits.com/players/solomon-hainna

[valpopal]

Verbal Commits says Valpo has offered a scholarship to 6'7" PF Solomon Hainna, currently a JuCo junior.


http://www.verbalcommits.com/players/solomon-hainna

Hainna would be a very good addition to the team. He also has an interesting personal story that includes service in the Air Force.

[vu72]

Verbal Commits says Valpo has offered a scholarship to 6'7" PF Solomon Hainna, currently a JuCo junior.


http://www.verbalcommits.com/players/solomon-hainna

Really like his athleticism.  Reminds me of Shane as he is also left handed.

[covufan]

Verbal Commits says Valpo has offered a scholarship to 6'7" PF Solomon Hainna, currently a JuCo junior.


http://www.verbalcommits.com/players/solomon-hainna

I think he could be a good addition to the team.  Unfortunately, he has several other offers in the last month.  Hopefully, the chance to play with Peters and play for a chance at an NCAA berth will help.

[vu72]

So I've lost track of signing dates etc.  Can Valpo add players right up to the start of classes in the fall or is there some sort of other time frame?

[VULB#62]

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FROM USU MBB Roster Page:

John Middleton
Class: Freshman
Hometown: Atlantic City, N.J.
High School: Holy Spirits HS
Height / Weight: 6-4 / 215
Position: Guard
Experience: HS

2015-16 SEASON (FR): Appeared in eight games during the year... Averaged 1.8 points and 0.5 rebounds... Also tallied two steals on the year... Recorded season highs of six points (at WYO, 2/6), two rebounds (at SDSU, 1/23), one steal (twice) and 17 minutes (at WYO, 2/6)... Made his Aggie debut against UNLV, scoring two points and logging one steal.

HIGH SCHOOL: Four-year varsity letter winner and three-year starter at Holy Spirits High School in Atlantic City, N.J... Averaged 17.8 points and 7.4 assists per game during his senior season where he led the team to an overall mark of 19-7, including a 10-2 mark in league play... Scored in double figures in all but three games during his senior campaign, turning in a season high of 32 and scoring 20 or more points in four games.

PERSONAL:: Parents are Robert and Christa Middleton... Undecided on a major course of study.

http://www.utahstateaggies.com/sports/m-baskbl/mtt/john_middleton_981760.html

[vu72]

Middleton highlights:  Kid seems to be able to score with either hand and has some hops!!

http://www.verbalcommits.com/players/john-middleton

[vu72]

Wow!  I'm a little shocked that after the first commitment to the program in a long time there is so little interest or notice.  WAKE UP CRUSADER FANS!!!

[RS]

I'm awake and it's good to hear about a new recruit but I'm still looking for some help on next years team. Team could use some depth at forward and off guard.

[VULB#62]

Ditto.

[oklahomamick]

I'm going to catch a lot of grief over this, but I want 3* star recruits like UIC. 

[atkins]

I'm going to catch a lot of grief over this, but I want 3* star recruits like UIC.

Agreed.


I am not sure why we are looking at Utah State as a transfer pipeline.  Maybe Middleton was just not a good fit for that system.  Sure seems to have talent and strength.  Hope he turns into an excellent Valpo player.   


Gilmore sounded like a good fit in terms of his skills (at least on paper). We could use a big with pick-and-pop ability. 

[M]

Good have another guy on board. Not every signee is a slap the couch type of guy.