[CHShawk]

Rob Howe just tweeted that an unsigned 2011 SG Kyle Heck visited unofficially in Tuesdays Louisiana Tech game. He's a 6'3 senior at Metamora HS (IL). I couldn't find any info about him though at rivals or scout though.

[rjhindm]

Originally Posted by CHShawk

Rob Howe just tweeted that an unsigned 2011 SG Kyle Heck visited unofficially in Tuesdays Louisiana Tech game. He's a 6'3 senior at Metamora HS (IL). I couldn't find any info about him though at rivals or scout though.

There are a couple Vids of him on Youtube. I chose not to post them as they are not very good. Looks like a ok shooter.

[sportstalent]

Does anyone know anything about Otto Porter a kid that has Iowa listed, but has only Missouri high, but still hasn't committed? Missouri has been waiting for him to sign for quite a long time and he hasn't...just curous?

[SheagleHawk]

In this article he states that he visited Mizzou and intends to visit Georgetown. Sounds like Kansas has expressed interest as well. I would say little to no chance of ever coming to Iowa.

seMissourian.com: High School Sports: SCC's Porter says he'll wait to choose a college (01/02/11)

[storminspank]

Shaq Attack: Stokes making mark as Lincoln's leader - NYPOST.com

[Hawkstrat]

Andrew Francis was in Kansas yesterday, I think we can assume he was watching Kantenda and Olesani (spelling for both?)


From Francis' twitter

"Long but great day on the road. Driving back roads in Kansas felt like I was in a movie. So freaky, now off to Michigan tom. Here we go."


I wish there was a video of these two available, I think if Iowa can pick up either Stokes or Eli Carter and then one of the Kansas duo, that would round out a pretty fine class for McCaffery's first full effort.

[greghammel]

I wish the Hawkeyes would get both of the Kansas Duo. We need help inside.

[uofihawkInation]

I believe theres only 2 schollies left, I'd like either Stokes or Washpun, and Oleseni (spelling?).

[JDavis11]

I posted this in another thread but wanted to keep everything together. The latest target is JUCO PG Chris Colvin. He was a top-100 player two years ago before picking Iowa State and transferring at the end of the year.

Former Chicago Whitney Young Star Chris Colvin Playing Well For Nationally-Ranked Palm Beach State College

Also according to the blogger Stokes' team is the 20th best in the country.
http://blog.northstarbball.com/2011/...-25--2311.aspx

[JDavis11]

At this point my pg wishlist would be

1) Guerrero or Carter
2) Stokes or Colvin

All of these would make an immediate impact next year. Take any one of those and add a good JUCO big man and that would be a great first class for McCaffery

[JDavis11]

Iowa is not listed as a school interested in Eli Carter. Maybe he dropped us or maybe they just left us off the list (happened with Katenda earlier this year)

Davon Reed Getting Looks; Recruiting Roundup | ZagsBlog.com

[big10fan]

when is the next signing period? thanks for all your hard work JDavis! really appreciated.

[JDavis11]

Thanks big10fan

The signing period starts on April 13th so not too far away!

[hawkfaninboston]

Great win on the road today!!!

For those wondering where Coach Francis was, he was at the National Prep School Invitational Tournament held in Kingston, RI.

On Thursday, I went to check out the tournament and was able to catch Brewster Academy, the team who Eli Carter plays for.

Brewster completely outmatched their opponenet, so it was hard to guage Carter's game. That team is loaded with talent.

I met coach Francis there, he was very nice and was sporting Hawkeye gear for all the players to see.

Tons of coaches at this tournament. Saw Saul Smith there.

For more info on some of the teams and players at this event, here is a link:

2011 National Prep School Invitational

I feel very comfortable about the future of Iowa Basketball.

Go Hawks!!!

[TheNebraskaHawk]

Great info, and I appreciate the update!