MGoBlue has posted Beilein’s comments on the incoming class. Here is the bulk of them: On forward Blake McLimans… “We believe Blake will be a great Michigan fit. He decided to go to prep school, get stronger and really work on his game. Blake has already benefited from that decision with his improvement at Worcester [...]
As four Michigan verbal commitments in the class of 2009 are expected to sign letters of intent today. The signees include point guard Darius Morris, shooting guard Matt Vogrich, power forward Blake McLimans, and center Jordan Morgan. (Their names are linked to my posts from their commitments — Jordan committed before this site was around). [...]
Morgan Gushes Over Michigan Experience ($) Bombshell of an article. Encouraging (this might not do it justice) information about Trey Zeigler & Moses Morgan. Hoops Recruiting: Zeigler enjoyed return trip ($) Rivals on Zeigler’s visit Cronin’s status still questionable for Michigan “Right now, our plan is full steam ahead,” Beilein said. “Let’s get him ready [...]
Six foot ten big man Blake McLimans verbally committed to Michigan head coach John Beilein today. McLimans is a well regarded baseball prospect for most of his high school career with a high 80s to low 90s fastball (he also was a volleyball player). Blake decided to attend Worcester Academy this year for an extra [...]
MSU picked second in Big Ten hoops; U-M unofficially eighth At least expectations are not high Novak fits Beilein’s plan at UM That is why he was offered a scholarship. Also of note, Novak dropped 20 pounds. “We’re not a muscle team,” Beilein said. “He needs to be a poor man’s Chris Mullin type of [...]
Per HoopScoop and the Cornell Basketball Blog, Will Barrett has decided to attend Princeton University. Barrett appears to be a great kid with a bright future ahead of him who prioritized academics over athletics. Michigan might have been a big step up, and probably meant less playing time and a lesser (although very good) education. [...]
