Class of '66 Old Fart

Hopefully there will be a reason to follow the circuits this year. EYBL April 25-27: Mesa, AZ May 16-18: Memphis, TN May 23-26: Kansas City, KS July 9-12: North Augusta, SC July 13-20: Peach Jam at North Augusta, SC 3SSB May 2-4: Bryan, TX May 16-18: Council Bluffs, IA July 9-13: Rock Hill, SC July 17-20: Ladea Ranch, CA UAA April 11-13: Kansas City, KS May 16-18: Hamilton, OH July 10-13: Emerson, GA July 18-20: Bedford Park, IL

https://247sports.com/college/indiana/article/indiana-basketball-recruiting-iu-coach-darian-devries-and-his-staff-are-on-the-road-as-the-first-july-evaluation-period-begins-today-251641593/

Nice Wednesday 3SSB summary from Andershock https://247sports.com/college/indiana/longformarticle/indiana-hoosiers-recruit-basketball-watching-adidas-3ssb-palmetto-road-notebook-251639448/#2668678

All 3 major circuits are playing today and coaching staffs can be present so we should get more indications over the next couple of days of who the staff is truly prioritizing in the '26 class. More from yesterday's 3SSB. From Samad Hines - NBA scouts have been all over Bruce Branch III the last few months and it showed why tonight — a 6-foot-7+ with a 3-and-D archetype, utilizes his long arms and athleticism, and an elite 3PT shot maker. 28 points; 44% FG; 6 threes and 6 boards tonight Paul Biancardi on Branch - Bruce Branch III was impressive and efficient, scoring 28 points: 8/18 FG, 6/11 from three-point range, and 6/6 from the free-throw line for the Compton Magic. Game Analysis: He possesses excellent positional size, with a long frame measuring 6’7” and a 7’1” wingspan. His triple-threat ball skills feature fluid movements. He scores within the flow and rhythm of the possession. He is gaining confidence and demonstrating elite scoring tools, including shooting range, accuracy, touch, footwork, a controlled handle, and passing ability.

https://www.thedailyhoosier.com/iu-basketball-recruiting-hoosiers-offer-2026-5-star-forward-miikka-muurinen/

https://www.insidethehall.com/2025/07/09/iu-basketball-offers-scholarship-to-class-of-2026-five-star-forward-miikka-muurinen/

D1 Minnesota defeats Indiana Elite 65-55. Anthony Thompson 16p 8r in the loss

Jeff Borzello - Incredibly clutch performance by five-star Deron Rippey Jr. Contested 3 in final seconds of regulation to send game to OT. Then a game-tying layup with six seconds left in overtime — followed by a game-winning steal and assist on the next possession. In OT, New Heights 79, Wildcat Select 77. Deron Rippey 22pts, 11asts for NH. Taylen Kinney 18pts, 5asts, 4rebs for WS. And it's been reported that Rippey has said he intends to visit IU.

Andershock - Final/OT: Iowa United 71, Phenom United 66. Iowa United caught fire from three with about eight minutes left to flip the game. Arafan Diane 22p, 13r The Daily Hoosier reported he plans to take visits in September but Diane did not name names.

I've not found an X account for him, but he has posted our logo on his Instagram account https://www.instagram.com/muurinen.miikka/

Per the link, he's not playing AAU ball this summer after having played for Bradley Beal Elite (EYBL) last summer. https://www.on3.com/teams/indiana-hoosiers/news/indiana-basketball-extends-offer-to-2026-five-star-forward-miikka-muurinen/

6'10" PF attends AZ Compass Prep in Chandler, AZ. In the ITH link above, it states he plans to announce his top 7 schools on Friday so the timing of our offer is weird. Strong connection to UNC as his mother, Jenni Laaksonen, played for Sylvia Hatchell at UNC in the early 2000s. NBA Draft Room 247 Rivals On3 FIBA Stats Zagsblog Jan 2025

I think you can probably scratch Holt off your dance cards. Noticeable absence of any B1G schools Joe Tipton - Caleb Holt has locked in official visits to Alabama and Auburn, source tells @Rivals. The 6-5 guard and top-5 player in the 2026 class is also planning to visit both Kansas and Kentucky, per source.

Not expecting 3SSB to provide box score info after each game but rather a single summary when the session is over so these kinds of reports will have to do. Indiana Elite 2027 3SSB defeats Garner Road 72-68 behind Jason Gardner Jr.'s. 24 points, 7 rebounds, and 6 assists Cooper Zachary followed with 19 points, 4 rebounds and 3 steals. '27 Derrick Cross of Bloomington North 12 points and 4 rebounds

Bump https://247sports.com/college/indiana/article/a-host-of-high-profile-indiana-basketball-recruiting-prospects-are-in-action-today-251620175/

https://www.jconline.com/story/sports/high-school/2025/07/09/mccutcheon-guard-lillie-graves-talks-about-new-offers-improved-shot-college-recruiting-class-2027/84387390007/?taid=686e2f9af62d0a000135059f&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter

That's right, a 2029 offer.

Hey Fort Wayne area posters is this true or an internet rumor gone wild?

First underclassman offer for our new head coach.