Class of '66 Old Fart

Recap of the Husker B1G Invitational https://iuhoosiers.com/news/2021/4/17/track-and-field-iutf-completes-husker-b1g-invitational.aspx?fbclid=IwAR2g0GO993PZZvUgHu3BqLJ3QQ4h_XTaJogb-lm7GCryMW4Gs_FU1GVsCdA

https://www.insidethehall.com/2021/04/17/q-a-class-of-2022-four-star-forward-kaleb-banks-discusses-iu-offer/

Crean and Georgia offered Jalen Hooks today.

Mike Schumann of TheDailyHoosier - Also watched 2022 PG Braden Smith (Westfield, Ind.) today at PAC. Has the great vision and shooting ability he's known for, but he has made clear strides with his speed, athleticism and strength, and he is a legit 6-foot now.

https://www.thedailyhoosier.com/iu-basketball-recruiting-hoosiers-offer-2022-4-star-forward-kaleb-banks/?fbclid=IwAR3r0DTObB8i5p-UfDtV5Hw6BaexzcNlNUQo5vombmlhTQ7hEl1O_36FSDA

Former 4-star Keon Edwards @Keoniswinning has transferred to Nebraska from DePaul

A small sample, but his performance is quite consistent from game to game. March 29 - @TeamDickerson1 was undefeated at @RYZEHoops Tip-Off this past weekend. In 4 games, @NoahClowney averaged 16.25 PPG, 10.25 RPG, & 3 BPG. An aggressive scorer & defender. From the above event - 2022 PF Noah Clowney (Team Dickerson)- Clowney is having a huge start to the travel season, with great showings in each of Team Dickerson’s first 2 events. He possesses all the physical traits the college coaches desire and looks to have become extremely confident in his offensive ability. At close to 6’10” he runs with fluid, long strides that cover a lot of ground and he gets up off the floor easily. Clowney has finished with both force and finesse at the rim the last 2 weekends, but is also showing shooting ability that extends out to 3. Just as impressive is his ability to protect the basket, altering and sending away countless shots with long arms, big hands, and good timing. He’s making noticeable progress in tapping into the immense potential that he has shown at various points of his high school career.

Haven't found any video but did find this from April 10 - Georgia Stars vs Team Dickerson 17U Was a great game to watch the battle of bigs. Shaun Phillips 13 points on 6-10 with 14 rebs and 5 blks. For Team Dickerson Noah Clowney had 19 on 7-15 with 8 rebs 3 blks. Another game - Pro One vs Team Dickerson 17U. NoahClowney was the story of this game early on offense and finished it on defense he finished with 23 points, 11 reb. and 7 blks. Paul Biancardi - Noah Clowney has had a productive day! Brings physical measurables, a scoring package with length and is a shot blocking presence. Like his IQ to cut for scoring opportunities & his quick finishes. April 4th event: 3 Games Sat with @TeamDickerson1 @NoahClowney averaged 15.3 PPG, 8.7 RPG, 1.7 BPG

Jake Weingarten - Illinois adds Utah transfer Alfonso Plummer, he announced. All-Pac 12 prospect who averaged over 15.5 points per game and was a vital part of the Utes roster all year long. A program that lost several players now adds talent right back.

Three-star forward Markus Ilver signs with the #Badgers, gives Greg Gard a four-man recruiting class in 2021. A native of Estonia, the 6-foot-8, 200-pound combo forward from Woodstock, Virginia, most recently played a partial season of high school basketball (due to COVID-19 restrictions) at Western Reserve Academy in Hudson, Ohio during the 2020-21 season. Ilver played at Massanutten Military Academy in Virginia in 2019-20. A three-star recruit according to 247 Sports, Ilver was ranked as the No. 6 player from the state of Ohio and the 40th-best power forward in the country in the Class of 2021.

Jamie Shaw of Rivals - Perhaps no player at the On the Radar Sweet 16 took more advantage of the moment than Clowney. He came into the event with high-major offers from Virginia Tech and Xavier, he added three more when Georgia Tech, Clemson and Providence all offered after his performances. In prime matchups against the Rivals150 prospects such as Shawn Phillips and Will Shaver, Clowney took advantage of the spotlight. Clowney is a big who moves very well. His fluidity, explosion, and tenacity in defending the ball really stick out. He also knocked down threes, showed comfort going over his left shoulder and provided a nice vertical spacing threat on lobs. Playing for Team Dickerson this summer, look for Clowney to enter the Rivals150 in our next release.

More info on Oklahoma's De'Vion Harmon https://www.thedailyhoosier.com/transfer-portal-names-to-know-oklahoma-guard-devion-harmon/?fbclid=IwAR1dOF50KyPWef_91spx38p1AgdHvvKUmRQA4cHDCmNzPpObI6tur7xAD1Q

So you're saying it's a lot like this -

Friday recaps for this weekends split teams. https://iuhoosiers.com/news/2021/4/16/track-and-field-hertensteins-school-and-facility-record-highlights-night-one-of-weekend.aspx?fbclid=IwAR2VoT0HaOcZmQXcAxDFMJiT17hQ5m42_CoPsHC4d8-iNfrrie0OZLtQHOs

This was a report from a February first round game in the Georgia state tournament. Fayette Co. made it to the championship game where it was beaten by Baldwin 54-53. Kaleb Banks was terrific tonight. The 6-7 JR F had 36 points (I had him for only three missed shots), 13 rebounds, 3 assists, 3 steals. Was everywhere. Big 73-46 1st round win in state. Anchored team’s 43-19 second half. Man, he’s tough.

Huge news out of the Pac-12. Arizona’s James Akinjo has entered the transfer portal, a source told @Stockrisers. All-conference prospect who averaged over 15 points per game on 38% shooting this past season.

Kaleb Banks @Kalebb_3 Blessed to receive an offer from Indiana University 4-star 6'8" PF attending Fayette County HS in Fayetteville, GA. In March, he was named to the Georgia AAAA All-State Team. In the article earlier today from TheDailyHoosier on Coach Yas, it's stated that he trained Banks among others. 247 Rivals Hudl July 2020 Article MaxPreps for 20-21 MaxPreps for 18-19 and 19-20

Noah Clowney @NoahClowney Blessed to receive an offer from Indiana University 6'9" 205 lbs PF attends Dorman HS in Roebuck, SC. Currently unrated on both 247 and Rivals. Nothing on MaxPreps 247 Rivals Hudl

More way too early '24 news but because the young many plays on the Indiana Elite 2024 AAU team he might be a name we hear more of. Travis Perry of Lyon County HS in Eddyville, KY (just east of Paducah) was named to the Max Preps All American 3rd team team averaging 27.1pg. https://www.ncsasports.org/mens-basketball-recruiting/kentucky/eddyville/lyon-county-high-school/travis-perry6 https://www.paducahsun.com/sports/lyon-countys-perry-poised-for-prolific-possibilities/article_a3c0870d-31fd-5c8d-ad2d-cdaadba0e2af.html

Rutgers grad transfer Myles Johnson has committed to UCLA, per his Twitter page.

This is always mind blowing to see what Ted Williams accomplished and what he might have accomplished were it not for the seasons he lost serving his country. Ted Williams’ career stats: 2654 H 525 2B 521 HR 1798 R 1839 RBI 2021 BB AND YET: Lost ages 24, 25 & 26 years to WWII. Lost almost all of ages 33 & 34 years to the Korean War. If you think “Eh, he was 34 anyway”: Hit .345, .356, .345, .388 his first four years after Korea.

Tamar Bates isn't truly in the transfer portal but this is where the discussion about him has been so I'll add this from Alec Lasley that isn't behind the Rivals paywall. Indiana has one class of 2021 commit in Logan Duncomb, but new head coach Mike Woodson is keeping tabs on a new name in four-star guard Tamar Bates. Bates is ranked the No. 57 prospect in the class of 2021. The Kansas native transferred from Piper (KS) High School to national-power IMG Academy (FL) ahead of his senior year. As a junior, Bates averaged 22.1 points, 5.0 rebounds, 4.1 assists and 2.0 steals per game. He also shot 58 percent from the field and 44 percent from three. This year, he helped lead IMG to GIECO Nationals. Bates recently re-opened his recruitment after decommitting from Texas following the departure of head coach Shaka Smart to Marquette. "After a lot of careful consideration and conversation with my family I have decided to request a release from my letter of intent with the University of Texas Men’s Basketball team," Bates said. Since then, he has heard from numerous programs. Oklahoma State, Missouri, Pitt, Marquette and Indiana are some that are receiving most of the interest now. "We are looking for adults that we can trust to be more concerned with Tamar’s continued character development rather his basketball skill development," Bates' father Tyrone told TheHoosier.com. "Opportunity to be able to compete for significant minutes that allow him to play right away." The rest of the story is behind the paywall.

It's Jason Witten retired football player.

Jamal Mashburn Jr. will transfer and play for New Mexico, a source told @Stockrisers. Over the last two days the Lobos add two skilled backcourt additions in Mashburn and Arizona State transfer Jaelen House. Richard Pitino also working on recruiting UC’s Mason Madsen.

Williams didn't play a lot of minutes this past high school season as a member of a loaded Montverde Academy team. His AAU team is Team Final and it's hosting an event this weekend. From the published scheduled, Team Final will play 2 games on Sunday the 18th -- 11:40 and again at 3:40. And from what I've seen the games will be available on YouTube. Obviously, we have no idea at this point if IU will still be interested in Williams but Sunday could be an opportunity to see him in a larger role than he played for Montverde. https://www.cityofbasketballlove.com/news_article/show/1158004 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNbNfpE0We4L_ZqNN3rbLXg