Recruiting as of 5/15/25

[Herman Cain]

My gut tells me it's uconn

Seems like Avery is fishing in a lot of the same ponds we are these days.

[jsglow]

I can respect a mans wishes, but, cheezus glow, chill man.  Just axk nicely-sorry, I missed the rules somewhere, but no more HE from me here.  Carry on

I hope that many agree that one good thing about this thread is that it HAS stayed on topic and has provided a valuable flow of information.  I decided to be harsh more for shock value than anything.  I'd venture a guess that 95% of the board has heard enough HE talk. My comments weren't directed at anyone personally.  Anyway I think I remember that Markus would decide in April. Anyone hear anything about his final Official Visit?

[willie warrior]

He playing mind games with Wojo.

If that is the case, then Wojo should play the same game:Recruit over Henry!!!

[jsglow]

Can anybody confirm that Christian Vital has an offer?

Edit: 247 claims he does.  I'll accept that and put him on the list.  Cripes it has gotten long.  Feel free to let me know if any have dropped.

[tower912]

Never stop recruiting.   

[jsglow]

Are we all in agreement that Markus is target #1 and is welcome to verbally commit any time he likes laying claim to that last scholarship until HE (or someone else) makes an announcement?  Assuming that's true, all the other guard types must be absolutely 'on hold' per Wojo.  I can certainly understand guys like Kalif or Fernando waiting on Henry.  So the longer they remain silent, the better I suppose.

[WarriorPride68]

Can anybody confirm that Christian Vital has an offer?

Edit: 247 claims he does.  I'll accept that and put him on the list.  Cripes it has gotten long.  Feel free to let me know if any have dropped.

Wojo contacted him almost immediately after he opened up & flew out to Connecticut to offer & visit Vital (with Brett Nelson).

I wonder if Markus is leaning towards 2017 after all. Leaving one official visit in his back pocket + the easy ability to unofficial to Arizona / USC if need be. OR...we are losing a guard via transfer.

Just speculation on the last part. Don't kill me please

[jsglow]

Wojo contacted him almost immediately after he opened up & flew out to Connecticut to offer & visit Vital (with Brett Nelson).

I wonder if Markus is leaning towards 2017 after all. Leaving one official visit in his back pocket + the easy ability to unofficial to Arizona / USC if need be. OR...we are losing a guard via transfer.

Just speculation on the last part. Don't kill me please

There has been credible chatter about a potential transfer.  I won't share a name and I think it's fair to say that the situation might be 'evolving'.  While I know nothing specific, recall that the kids are all due back on campus Tuesday for the resumption of class.  All have been home (or wherever) for 10 days now.  I bet we know lots more in the next 2 weeks.  I wouldn't even be surprised if Wojo asked them to 'finalize' their thoughts in conjunction with their family over break.  I suppose one might argue that played into a decision not to consider Vegas16, among many other factors.  Fair enough?

[rocket surgeon]

I hope that many agree that one good thing about this thread is that it HAS stayed on topic and has provided a valuable flow of information.  I decided to be harsh more for shock value than anything.  I'd venture a guess that 95% of the board has heard enough HE talk. My comments weren't directed at anyone personally.  Anyway I think I remember that Markus would decide in April. Anyone hear anything about his final Official Visit?

[Jay Bee]

What about Josh Jackson?

I heard he could rival Simmons if eligible this year.

Josh is really good, but Giles -- if healthy -- is ridiculous. Been eyeing him as a likely #1 pick for 4 years now. He's 100% legit. Unreal.

[CountryRoads]

There has been credible chatter about a potential transfer.  I won't share a name and I think it's fair to say that the situation might be 'evolving'.  While I know nothing specific, recall that the kids are all due back on campus Tuesday for the resumption of class.  All have been home (or wherever) for 10 days now.  I bet we know lots more in the next 2 weeks.  I wouldn't even be surprised if Wojo asked them to 'finalize' their thoughts in conjunction with their family over break.  I suppose one might argue that played into a decision not to consider Vegas16, among many other factors.  Fair enough?

The recruitment of guards beyond Howard is interesting to say the least. Makes you think something is up.

Here's how I would break down the roster:

Group1:
Carter
Cheatham
Duane
Rowsey

Group 2:
JJJ
Cohen
Hauser
Anim
Wally

Group 3:
Fischer
Heldt
(Henry)

If MU signs Howard, that would add another to group 1. If MU doesn't sign Howard, I still don't feel there is a need for another player in that group unless someone from there is leaving. The roster seems pretty imbalanced to me especially with so many question marks at the group 2 & 3 positions.

Also, is Bailey officially not coming this year ?

[PGsHeroes32]

There has been credible chatter about a potential transfer.  I won't share a name and I think it's fair to say that the situation might be 'evolving'.  While I know nothing specific, recall that the kids are all due back on campus Tuesday for the resumption of class.  All have been home (or wherever) for 10 days now.  I bet we know lots more in the next 2 weeks.  I wouldn't even be surprised if Wojo asked them to 'finalize' their thoughts in conjunction with their family over break.  I suppose one might argue that played into a decision not to consider Vegas16, among many other factors.  Fair enough?

Why would you say something like that and not share who is the rumor??

[Groin_pull]

Wojo contacted him almost immediately after he opened up & flew out to Connecticut to offer & visit Vital (with Brett Nelson).

I wonder if Markus is leaning towards 2017 after all. Leaving one official visit in his back pocket + the easy ability to unofficial to Arizona / USC if need be. OR...we are losing a guard via transfer.

Just speculation on the last part. Don't kill me please

Certainly possible. It wouldn't be MU if there wasn't at least one transfer.

[forgetful]

Why would you say something like that and not share who is the rumor??

I'll help clarify glow's comments.  There may be some question marks regarding some of the people in group 1 and 2 above and HE in group 3.

[jsglow]

Why would you say something like that and not share who is the rumor??

Because I won't/can't.  Please accept that.  Thanks.

[jsglow]

Also, is Bailey officially not coming this year ?

Marquette has publicly stated that Bailey is going on a 2 year mission.  Absent further announcements, I think you can take that as 'official'.

[PGsHeroes32]

Because I won't/can't.  Please accept that.  Thanks.

Then don't say anything?

There isn't anything in like you can't do. Please accept that.

You've always got a choice

[GGGG]

Then don't say anything?

There isn't anything in like you can't do. Please accept that.

You've always got a choice

I think it is just fine that glow shares that he has heard a transfer rumor about someone but doesn't feel comfortable in a public forum sharing the name.  Better than nothing.

[jsglow]

Thanks Sultan. I suppose to clarify,  I won't say anything further including identity because I promised I wouldn't. How's that? But I think it provides a little context regarding Wojo's continuing recruitment just in case.

[MUCrew]

I think it is just fine that glow shares that he has heard a transfer rumor about someone but doesn't feel comfortable in a public forum sharing the name.  Better than nothing.

This.

[WarriorPride68]

Thanks Sultan. I suppose to clarify,  I won't say anything further including identity because I promised I wouldn't.

Appreciate any insight Jsglow. Thank you

[GoldenWarrior11]

Never stop recruiting.

[rocket surgeon]

Then don't say anything?

There isn't anything in like you can't do. Please accept that.

You've always got a choice

Respect the process.  I understand completely.  If many of us here, privy to say a little more info than another and it leaks out, the sources will dry up.  A little different in private conversations.  Many of us here, some more than others all know someone...it's not what ya know, but who....

[WarriorPride68]

I will put this in the grad transfer thread as well...

Stan Johnson just started following Malcolm Bernard (6'5) Charleston Southern & Florida A&M grad transfer

[jsglow]

It's funny.  This morning I scrolled the 247 board.  We're on everybody that hasn't already committed.  Okay, I exaggerate only slightly.