By ALEX KLINE On Sunday night, two very different — but talented – players made their college decisions. Erik Copes, a a 6-foot-8 2011 center out of Imhotep Charter in Pennsylvania, is headed to Geroge Mason. And Georges Niang (pictured), a 6-7 2012 forward out of the Tilton School in New Hampshire, has pledged to Iowa State. Copes, who was released from his letter of intent … [Read more...] about Copes, Niang Commit; Recruiting Rundown
Okoloji to George Mason
As first reported on my Twitter, former Seton Hall forward Anali Okoloji is transferring to George Mason. “Anali is excited about playing for a coach who has coached in a high major college program, who is also a great teacher of the game and who has a good number of players in the NBA,” said his high school coach, Wendell Saunders of Banneker. “He also would like to experience … [Read more...] about Okoloji to George Mason
Jalen Jenkins to George Mason
Jalen Jenkins, a versatile 6-foot-7 small forward from Cardinal Hayes and the New Heights AAU program, has verbally committed to George Mason for 2012 but may spend a year in prep school. “They recruited me heavily and showed me a tremendous amount of love,” Jenkins told SNY.tv. “Their campus is beautiful and I already know a player there.” Former Christ the King guard Corey … [Read more...] about Jalen Jenkins to George Mason
Marquise Moore to George Mason
Former Hofstra commit Marquise Moore is off the board. “I committed to George Mason earlier today,” the 6-foot-2, 195-pound point guard told SNY.tv. “I felt it was a good fit for me. They need a guard who can defend, penetrate, make plays and get into the lane. I know I can do that.” The Queens native was going to visit Tulane later this week, and also considered Hofstra and … [Read more...] about Marquise Moore to George Mason
Gregory Calixte to George Mason
Gregory Calixte, a 6-foot-9 senior post player from Mount Vernon High School and the NY Rens AAU program, verbally pledged to George Mason on Wednesday. Calixte also considered St. Bonaventure, and visited Quinnipiac and UAB in the fall. “He’s fantastic young man who will be an asset to his college,” Mount Vernon coach Bob Cimmino said. “He’s a hard worker and extremely … [Read more...] about Gregory Calixte to George Mason