2013 PF Set to Make Decision

     Schuyler Rimmer was one of the most sought after recruits in the class of 2013. Rimmer is a talented big man, one that many schools were looking for. After committing to Florida, Rimmer decided to decommit and see what else was out there. He ended up with a final four of Virginia, Southern Cal, Vanderbilt, and Stanford. Rimmer narrowed his list from about 20 offers.
     Rimmer took his last official visit over the weekend. He enjoyed his visit to Vanderbilt, stating that he liked the coaches, players, campus, and the city of Nashville. Rimmer plans to decide Thursday.

Coach Reggie Tucker: Thank you for all you have done keeping me and others updated with Schuyler's recruitment. I'm glad you have added more high major players for next year so I get to deal with you another year.

Small Talk with Rozelle Nix

Rozelle Nix is a 2013 big man that satnds at 7 foot and weighs in at 300 pounds.
Joseph Thompson: Who is interested in you?
Rozelle Nix: .LSU, Georgia, Auburn, Wright State, Dayton, Wichita State, Xavier, Bowling Green, East Tennessee State, Northern Kentucky, and Ohio.
JT: Do you have any offers?
RN: Yes, I have offers from LSU, Ohio, Dayton, and Wright State.
JT: What teams did you grow up watching?
RN: I always watched UNLV and Indiana.
JT: Who would you compare your game to?
RN: .My mother and my close friends always said that my game is compared to Wilt Chamberlain because of my post moves. I have also been compared to my great grandfather (Eugene Harper. Not sure if it is the one that played at Arizona or not) because I have a nice soft touch and jumper.
JT: What are you looking for  in a NCAA program?
RN: I'm looking for a NCAA program that fits me really well. Like a run and gun offense that looks for the big man first to see if I'm open or not.
JT: Do you have a dream school?
RN: My dream school is UNLV
JT: Are you a fan of an NCAA team?
RN: No, I'm just a big basketball fan.
JT: Do you have any visits planned?
RN: Yes, I have planned visits LSU, Wichita State, Ohio, Dayton, and any other school that is interested in me or has offered after the season.JT: Have you visited any schools?
RN: I have visited Wright State and Auburn.
JT: When do you plan to sign?
RN: I plan to sign on April 6th, 2013.

Small Talk with Jordan Tribble

Joseph Thompson: Who is interested in you?
Jordan Tribble: Clemson, Ole Miss, Xavier (my Mom's Alma Mata),
Tennessee, Florida State, Alabama, Wake Forest, Georgia, Memphis, and LSU

Follow Jordan on twitter @Tribb_2tall

Joseph Thompson: Do you have any offers?
Jordan Tribble: USF, Minnesota, Cincinnati
Joseph Thomspon: What teams did you grow up watching?
Jordan Tribble: Lakers and Bulls
Joseph Thomspon: Who would you compare your game to?
Jordan Tribble: John Henson
Joseph Thompson: What are you looking for  in a NCAA program?
Jordan Tribble: I am looking for an NCAA program where the team has good work ethics and chemistry on and off the court. The ability to get stronger and tougher and of course get a good solid college
education!
Joseph Thompson: Do you have a dream school?
Jordan Tribble: Kentucky, Baylor, North Carolina
Joseph Thompson: Where have you visited?
Jordan Tribble: South Florida and Hargrave. I'm considering a prep
year(at Hargrave).
Joseph Thompson: Do you have any visits planned?
Jordan Tribble: Trying to go to Minnesota and Memphis in October
Joseph Thompson: Explain the situation with you moving around.
Jordan Tribble: It wasn't planned at all. The last couple of schools
I've attended didn't go the way I wanted due to injuries, coach
resigning (Oak Ridge Military Academy), transfer issues (bon-a-fide move
paper work at Holmes County), but in a way it made me stronger
mentally. Although I lost almost 2 years of playing , I now realize
what I have to do and to always keep my head up and no matter what the
circumstance. Trust God always! I'm in a good place now with a great
coach and great teammates. Everything happens for a reason I know for
sure I am where I am supposed to be now.

2013 G Barnes Has a List

     Thomas Barnes is a 2013 combo guard from Belton, Texas has narrowed his list to 10 schools. The hoops standout cut UT-Pan American and Grambling. The list is now down to Arkansas, North Texas, Texas State, Liberty, Louisiana Tech, Texas Tech, Stephen F. Austin, Lamar, TCU,  and California in no order. Here are his thoughts on each school:

Arkansas

"I think that the staff is amazing and I bet that the education is great there"

North Texas

"I like North Texas because it is close to home and they have a great coaching staff"

Texas State

"Texas State is close and they offer a great education"

Liberty

"I like Liberty's coaching staff and I think I would like to be in Virginia"

Louisiana Tech

 "I like it there because I have family in the area and the coaches are great"

Texas Tech

"Texas Tech has an amazing campus and the people are great there"

Stephen F. Austin

"Stephen F. Austin offers a great education"

Lamar

"I love the campus, it's great, and there are very nice people there"

TCU

"TCU is close to home and I think that I would have a bright future there"

California

"I can see myself in California. I'll love it there , the coaching staff is great, and the education is amazing"

So far, Barnes has only visited Lamar and Texas Tech. He has a visit planned to Arkansas on July 27th.

Small Talk with Thomas Barnes

     Thomas Barnes is a 2013 combo guard from Belton, Texas. Barnes is hearing from several schools including an SEC school.
     Joseph Thompson: Which schools are interested in you?
     Thomas Barnes: Stephen F. Austin,, Sam Houston State, Arkansas, and Texas Tech.
     JT: Do you have any offers?
     TB: Not yet.
     JT: What teams did you grow up watching?
     TB:  I grew up watching the Baylor, Texas Tech, and the Miami Heat.
     JT: Who would you compare your game to?
     TB: Dwayne Wade.
     JT: What are you looking for in a program?
     TB: A basketball powerhouse with great academics and a great coaching staff.
     JT: Are you a fan of any NCAA teams?
     TB: Yes, Missouri Tigers.
     JT: Do you have any visits planned?
     TB: Yes, Texas Tech on July 11th and Arkansas on July 26th.
     JT: What are your goals for July?
     TB: To pick up an offer.
Thanks for doing the interview Thomas!

Alabama Picks Up a Commitment

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     Anthony Grant and his staff at Alabama picked up a huge commitment tonight from 2013 center Jimmie Taylor. The athletic big man, from Greensboro, Alabama, chose the Crimson Tide over Arkansas, Auburn, Georgetown, Georgia, Mississippi, Mississippi State, Tennessee, and Vanderbilt. Taylor stands at 6'9" and weighs 215 pounds.
Taylor's Rankings
Scout
Overall: 78
Position: 8
ESPN
Overall: 19
Position: 2
Rivals
Overall: 30
Position: 3