Just when it appeared recruiting was slowing down with the season approaching, news broke on Wednesday that a top target is nearing his decision. I look at which programs are the real contenders for London Johnson, and update other top targets in the class. Point Guard Nearing Decision Things with London Johnson have moved along […]
(Image: RYZE Hoops) Virginia hosted 2023 Norcross (GA) point guard London Johnson on an unofficial visit over the weekend. While there, he received a new scholarship offer from Head Coach Tony Bennett. Rated as a five-star prospect by Rivals, Johnson is one of the hottest recruits in the country. After this past weekend, Virginia is […]
The Virginia coaching staff spent much of the last month on the road visiting with recruits, primarily from the class of 2023. But now with practices underway and the season opener nearing, Fall recruiting activity has started to taper off. Last week, I looked at the guard search. That’s been the main focus. But they’re also […]
September was a busy month of recruiting for the Virginia coaching staff. They’ve been on the road visiting high schools and building relationships with the class of 2023. Guards are a major focus of all that activity. Someone that can play the point is on the agenda for sure, and possibly a second guard. So […]
Nobody has had a better year on the recruiting trail than Tony Bennett. The hot streak continued today when Ryan Dunn announced his commitment to Virginia. A 6’7 wing out of The Perkiomen School in Pennsylvania, Dunn is currently rated as a four-star prospect and the 95th overall player in the 247Sports composite. He’s the […]
Thursday was jam packed with recruiting news and activity. The top remaining 2022 target is ready to make his choice. Meanwhile, Tony Bennett and staff are on the road again checking out potential new 2023 recruits along with one we’re already familiar with. Dunn Deal? Fresh off his official visit to Charlottesville last weekend, […]
Virginia hosted their top remaining class of 2022 target Ryan Dunn on an official visit over the weekend. Dunn, who made the trip to Charlottesville with his parents, was one of the summer’s biggest stock climbers. The 6’7 wing included the Hoos in his top 8 last month along with Boston College, Minnesota, Georgetown, Pittsburgh, […]
Thursday marked the start of Fall recruiting. For the first time in 18 months, coaches were allowed to visit recruits at their schools and homes. It’s the final stretch for uncommitted 2022 recruits, and opening day for the class of 2023. The Virginia staff hit the ground running as you’d expect. This will be […]
Isaac Traudt announced his commitment to Virginia on Saturday morning. The 6’10 forward out of Grand Island Senior High School in Nebraska is the third member of Tony Bennett’s 2022 class, joining guard Isaac McKneely and wing Leon Bond. Currently ranked as the 55th overall player in the 247Sports composite, Traudt chose the Hoos from […]
