Guys, in between game sessions here at John Paul Jones Arena at UVA. Lots of guys here with VT offers and guys that the Hokies are looking at. Here's a few quick notes.
*Guard Markelle Fultz, No. 24 in the Rivals150, is really the VT target here to watch all week. Starting to really blow up a little bit, but the Hokies have been in on him for months now. And more importantly, Fultz is still interested enough that he took an unofficial visit to VT on Monday. Fultz said he loved that visit and hanging out with the coaches. He told me that his mom's opinion is very important to him and that coach Buzz Williams has developed a great relationship with not only Fultz, but his mom. You can tell that Fultz is hoping and waiting for more big offers, like Kentucky and North Carolina. Right now, Louisville seems to be the one that really is jumping out to him, though he claims no favorites. As it stands right now, I think VT has an excellent shot at him. But if the big boys come in, this one could really get away from the Hokies.
**The guy I really liked in the first session was Maury (Va.) 2017 five-star guard Matt Coleman. He had some great moves and took control of the floor when he was out there. Another one who has good VT interest right now, but who is close to perhaps being out of reach for the Hokies.
***The guy who really got everyone talking from the opening round, though, is 2016 center Jethro Tshishumpa. That guy is a man among boys, at 6'10" and 250 pounds, but still relatively unknown. Mostly, that's because he plays at tiny Mountain Mission (Va.), though he's originally from Texas. VT knows about him well. And while he has just one offer, that won't stay that way long. He took over in the paint, at one point getting three blocks in a row, over two straight possessions. Keep an eye on this kid, especially since he's playing in-state.
****Cross Vermont Academy four-star guard Bruce Brown off the Hokies' list. Williams has been up to see him play a few times, but he's moved on. Only visit he has set right now is to Arizona, though he said Indiana, Texas and Michigan are the ones making him feel most like a priority. When I asked him if he had any VT interest, he closed his eyes and silently said, "no."
I'll have more updates coming later tonight after the second set of games, but will continue to keep you guys updated all weekend.
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*Guard Markelle Fultz, No. 24 in the Rivals150, is really the VT target here to watch all week. Starting to really blow up a little bit, but the Hokies have been in on him for months now. And more importantly, Fultz is still interested enough that he took an unofficial visit to VT on Monday. Fultz said he loved that visit and hanging out with the coaches. He told me that his mom's opinion is very important to him and that coach Buzz Williams has developed a great relationship with not only Fultz, but his mom. You can tell that Fultz is hoping and waiting for more big offers, like Kentucky and North Carolina. Right now, Louisville seems to be the one that really is jumping out to him, though he claims no favorites. As it stands right now, I think VT has an excellent shot at him. But if the big boys come in, this one could really get away from the Hokies.
**The guy I really liked in the first session was Maury (Va.) 2017 five-star guard Matt Coleman. He had some great moves and took control of the floor when he was out there. Another one who has good VT interest right now, but who is close to perhaps being out of reach for the Hokies.
***The guy who really got everyone talking from the opening round, though, is 2016 center Jethro Tshishumpa. That guy is a man among boys, at 6'10" and 250 pounds, but still relatively unknown. Mostly, that's because he plays at tiny Mountain Mission (Va.), though he's originally from Texas. VT knows about him well. And while he has just one offer, that won't stay that way long. He took over in the paint, at one point getting three blocks in a row, over two straight possessions. Keep an eye on this kid, especially since he's playing in-state.
****Cross Vermont Academy four-star guard Bruce Brown off the Hokies' list. Williams has been up to see him play a few times, but he's moved on. Only visit he has set right now is to Arizona, though he said Indiana, Texas and Michigan are the ones making him feel most like a priority. When I asked him if he had any VT interest, he closed his eyes and silently said, "no."
I'll have more updates coming later tonight after the second set of games, but will continue to keep you guys updated all weekend.
Full story coming, but as always, what's posted here, STAYS HERE. Don't de-value your own subscription by giving away information to others who don't pay like you do. It's also a violation of our terms of service and will result in the termination of your subscription
