Monday, October 15, 2007

Stan Simpson to join Illini Basketball

As expected here, Stan Simpson committed to Illinois basketball today, representing the first player recruited for the 2008 class. Now that he's an Illini, some background on Stan Simpson:

-Height is 6-10
-Weight is 220
-High School ball at Chicago Leo and Simeon
-Rated 3 stars by Rivals and Scout
-AAU team is Illinois Warriors
-Plays well with back to the basket
-Started playing basketball in high school, rapidly improving player
-Had offers from Arkansas, DePaul, Indiana and Virginia

Stan, welcome to Illini basketball, we are excited to have you for the class of 2008!


Scout Profile

Illinois Prep Bulls-eye

Rivals Summary

Sun-Times Article

Videos on the Web

The News-Gazette

1 comment:

Legal Pub said...

Did he turn down IU because of the announcement of Sampson cheating?

Will Illinois sudden good fortune in recruiting cause folks to wonder if they are not cheating?

I have no answers, just questions. Legal Pub may do an article on IU alleged violations after more facts become public.