C/O 2019 Scholarships

[hoofer]

How many spots might we have available in 2019?

We obviously had a huge class in 2018. And the 2020 in-state class is LOADED. So what is our outlook for adding bodies to the 2019 class?

[Kevin McPherson]

How many spots might we have available in 2019?

We obviously had a huge class in 2018. And the 2020 in-state class is LOADED. So what is our outlook for adding bodies to the 2019 class?

No scholarships available in that class at the moment, but there is a realistic possibility that anywhere from 1-3 spots comes open by this time next year. Not going into specifics on that at this time. Justice Hill is c/o of '19 and is committed to the Hoop Hogs, may re-class and enroll mid-term of the '18-19 season, so something will have to give there to make room. Javon Franklin, Tim Ceaser, and Jahmius Ramsey are 3 more names in c/o '19 that Arkansas has big interest in.

[navyhog24]

We definitely will need another 2G to replace Khalil if he is unable to come back, so Ramsey would be great to have. Outside of him, I think we'll need another big in case Gafford is gone after next season.

[Hawg Red]

Must find a way to get Franklin on board.

[The_Bionic_Pig]

Scholarships are renewed on a yearly basis thus the "numbers working themselves out" quote.

Pay attention (without saying names) which player's Fresh-Juniors are getting very little PT and you'll have your answer.

My prediction: If Gafford doesn't bolt based on potential I can easily forsee (2) spots.  Justice will probably have the option of joining the Football team

[Razorod]

Plus, we need Jones' and bailey's scholarships for the '20 class.

Both should continue to get better and contribute more and more each year. With six seniors leaving after this season, plenty of minutes next year.

[hogwood]

Hopefully Jones or Bailey don't leave. Like Jones ability to score and Bailey's tenacity. Both are continuing to get better. Not sure if Gabe would be forced out or not. Coach A seems to like him and always room for a defensive stopper that's long and athletic. I see a lot of improvement from him as well. Ideally, yes, Justice takes a football scholarship and frees one for basketball to use, but if we're being realistic, he probably won't play football. If Garland can't go, and it seems that decision will be made this year, that opens a spot for Franklin. I don't see Gafford leaving after this year. Time is the ultimate truth teller and he could blossom into something special, but I feel as though he'll play through at least SOPH year. Really pulling for Garland. Overall though, I hope Franklin makes it here and Justice enrolls in spring to RS and practice but not play, as I feel it would be a waste.

Would be shocked if either of them transfer or leave. Bailey could start for the next 3 years. Jones could start for 2 in a row.

Not sure how we'll fit everyone in but I think the 2019 class will be another impressive haul with perfect system fits that CMA & Co can get the most out of. Just like the last 3 classes (16-18).

[NWAHog479]

I am just speculating here, but if Garland redshirts and then for some reason he is able to play next year, wouldn't that have an impact on what Justice decides to do?

[Hawg Red]

Where is this thought of Justice Hill taking a football scholarship coming from? Do people realize the AD was just fired and the football coach is about to be fired?

[Hawg Red]

I am just speculating here, but if Garland redshirts and then for some reason he is able to play next year, wouldn't that have an impact on what Justice decides to do?

Yes, potentially. Unless he wants to walk on for a semester.

[hogfan98]

Wasn't there a really good guard that played with Gafford at El Dorado that went to Juco because of grades?  Is he still on the radar?  For some reason I had it in my head that he was D1 material if not for the grades issue.

[navyhog24]

Wasn't there a really good guard that played with Gafford at El Dorado that went to Juco because of grades?  Is he still on the radar?  For some reason I had it in my head that he was D1 material if not for the grades issue.

Czar Perry is at Northwestern State in Louisana which is a D1 school. He was a late qualifier. I wish we would have taken a shot at him over Jalen Harris.

[Hawg Red]

http://www.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/player/_/id/4278312/czar-perry

Not off to a bad start at NW State. Still not a fan after the Kentucky dream school thing and his dad talking hella crap about Mike after he signed with NW State.

[FineAsSwine]

Czar Perry is at Northwestern State in Louisana which is a D1 school. He was a late qualifier. I wish we would have taken a shot at him over Jalen Harris.

I wanted to see him be a Hog and I don't know if that would have happened, even if he had qualified sooner. I know, when I saw him play in person, I was sure he would be a high D1 prospect.

[Dominicanhog]

My prediction: If Gafford doesn't bolt based on potential I can easily forsee (2) spots.  Justice will probably have the option of joining the Football team

Really, easily?  I could come up with one, maybe .. this might be the one time when there's just no room... KG, 1? ,  DG... maybe someone from next years class after one year?

[JayHog]

http://www.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/player/_/id/4278312/czar-perry

Not off to a bad start at NW State. Still not a fan after the Kentucky dream school thing and his dad talking hella crap about Mike after he signed with NW State.

And when I watched him in the state championship game, he just comes off as a ball hog.  Doesn't look to pass to anyone else. Just jacks up a million shots a game with an average shooting %. We don't need him, IMO.

[azhog10]

http://www.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/player/_/id/4278312/czar-perry

Not off to a bad start at NW State. Still not a fan after the Kentucky dream school thing and his dad talking hella crap about Mike after he signed with NW State.

Solid numbers on a really bad team. They lost by 15 to a D3 school.......

[Hawg Red]

Solid numbers on a really bad team. They lost by 15 to a D3 school.......

Ouch. Did not realize that. Glad NWSU isn't on our schedule this year.

[FineAsSwine]

Solid numbers on a really bad team. They lost by 15 to a D3 school.......

Lost to Texas 105-59

Lost to Le Tourneau 99-84

Lost to SMU 81-35 last night.

Really, really bad team.

[niels_boar]

Plus, we need Jones' and bailey's scholarships for the '20 class.

Both should continue to get better and contribute more and more each year. With six seniors leaving after this season, plenty of minutes next year.

From what I've seen so far I'm expecting Jones to be our leading scorer next season.

[Pinto]

Czar Perry is at Northwestern State in Louisana which is a D1 school. He was a late qualifier. I wish we would have taken a shot at him over Jalen Harris.

I like Czar a lot and im from El Dorado but he isn't better than Jalen lol

[Pumbaa]

From what I've seen so far I'm expecting Jones to be our leading scorer next season.

I truely expect Gafford to be here one more year. Fingers crossed anyways. And if he develops some stronger post moves on a more consistent basis, look out!

[swinesation]

I don't see any Fresh-Juniors who look likely to leave because of lack of talent. Maybe Gafford goes to the NBA. Maybe Garland is not able to play. But the lowest man on the totem pole is Gabe, and he seems to be a keeper - super athletic defensive asset with loads of potential.

The weakest player on the team, IMO, is Arlando Cook, and he's a senior.

[Dominicanhog]

I don't see any Fresh-Juniors who look likely to leave because of lack of talent. Maybe Gafford goes to the NBA. Maybe Garland is not able to play. But the lowest man on the totem pole is Gabe, and he seems to be a keeper - super athletic defensive asset with loads of potential.

The weakest player on the team, IMO, is Arlando Cook, and he's a senior.

That's my thoughts as well... though you have to over recruit and Mike's staff has recruiting woven in the fabric...