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Verdell Jones
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April 24, 2008 1:22 pm

Saw this little blurb in Sid's column:

Meanwhile, Verdell Jones, the 6-4 guard from Champaign (Ill.) Central, who the Gophers are recruiting along with Indiana and others, visited the campus Wednesday. Jones, who was a Illinois Class 3A All-State player, is not being recruited by Illinois for some reason.


Verdell Jones
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April 25, 2008 8:52 am
That's not really true.  Illinois did offer him a scholarship, and he attended some of their games.  Jones just made it clear that he wanted to go elsewhere to be on a team with a shot at a championship.  That's not far-fetched to through Minnesota in with Indiana and Kentucky, considering the recruiting classes Tubby Smith is putting together.  I'm just glad that he views Minnesota as a better program than Illinois, because they seem to have our number lately.

Verdell Jones
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April 25, 2008 9:43 am

I thought I heard on the news that Tubby did land someone this week.  I think they said he was ranked 32 in the country (whatever that means).

However, I havent heard anything since and couldnt find anything online.  He was a MN kid though.  Any idea what they where talking about?

   


Verdell Jones
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April 25, 2008 12:52 pm

Royce White perhaps? Strib:

White, the former De La Salle star who now attends Hopkins, called Gophers coach Tubby Smith on Wednesday morning to verbally commit. White, considered a top 50 national recruit, had also attracted interest from UCLA, North Carolina, Wisconsin, Michigan State and Arkansas.

Apparently his commit also may help them land Rodney Williams

Rodney Williams, the state's other top junior, said Wednesday that his AAU teammate's decision has moved the Gophers up on his personal list.


Verdell Jones
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April 28, 2008 9:18 am

That's it.  Thanks taco.


Verdell Jones
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May 1, 2008 1:19 pm

Jones has apparently cut his list to MN, UK, IU and Arizona.  It sounds like he will make a decison on Monday.  I think he'll end up selecting IU, but who knows.  It seems like his best opportunity to play right away.

All I know is that it's just nice to see the Gophers included on such an impressive list of schools.


Verdell Jones
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May 1, 2008 3:21 pm
I just heard on the Fan that he chose the Gophs.  I guess we'll see on Monday.  

Verdell Jones
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May 3, 2008 6:27 pm
Eh I would rather move on then sign this guy. He could be good, but if he still hasnt decided what school he wants then he might not be totally into our concept.

As for Royce White.. Im pumped! 6'7" silky smooth plus hes got connections with my boy Rodney Williams Jr. who i've known since I was in 5th grade.

Gophers are turning into a big ten power!

Verdell Jones
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May 5, 2008 8:09 pm
Looks like he's gonna be a Hoosier, I'm sure he'll receive a warm welcome at The Barn

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May 6, 2008 11:14 am
I just heard on the Fan that he chose the Gophs.  I guess we'll see on Monday.  

Or not.