Yes, I knew there was at least one more because Stipp himself had mentioned he had 5 offers (with Millikin being #5). With the ones Gregory mentioned, that would have been 9. With lots of the sources of info about recruits some sources no doubt count a contact/discussion by a school as an "offer." It's certainly a possibility that he had 9 firm offers, but also that he had "only" 5. No matter because 5 offers is still pretty darn good. Bottom line here seems to be that MU is adding a guy with a very high degree of potential to its lineup.

IWU RECRUIT

Micah Meiss, a 6'4 SG from El Paso-Gridley HS has committed to IWU. He was coached by his dad.

MILLIKIN RECRUIT

Eli Stipp, a 6'6 PF from Kankakee HS has committed to Millikin. Other offers were from Aurora, Illinois College, and North Park.

Quote from: Pat Coleman on April 11, 2025, 12:06:54 PMNot every WIAC school has reciprocity with Minnesota -- just the ones closer to the border.

Quote from: GusD on April 11, 2025, 02:16:44 PM

Quote from: Pat Coleman on April 11, 2025, 12:06:54 PMNot every WIAC school has reciprocity with Minnesota -- just the ones closer to the border.

The Minnesota – Wisconsin Tuition Reciprocity Agreement allows residents of one state to pay in-state tuition rates at public universities in the other state. This agreement applies to ALL public institutions in Wisconsin and Minnesota.

Exceptions are the Medical College, the Dental College, and the Veterinary College.

You're just a little late, Chicken. This topic was already covered. 
Also, if you're going to post about the LADY Dawgs, better to put it on the Women's board.

Quote from: Pat Coleman on April 11, 2025, 12:06:54 PMNot every WIAC school has reciprocity with Minnesota -- just the ones closer to the border.

The Minnesota – Wisconsin Tuition Reciprocity Agreement allows residents of one state to pay in-state tuition rates at public universities in the other state. This agreement applies to ALL public institutions in Wisconsin and Minnesota.

Exceptions are the Medical College, the Dental College, and the Veterinary College.

Hmmm. The above post seems quite a prodigious exercise in loquaciousness for a subject the author declared to be "nothing interesting at all," prior to launching his extended narrative.   
Perhaps just because something is not interesting to one person doesn't mean it can't be interesting to others??? 

Quote from: markerickson on April 05, 2025, 09:49:28 PMThe portal impacts all levels and sports, including a heavy reliance at North Park. Just curious, does Vetter from nat'l champ Trinity bite on a scholly at a level or two above three?

Not sure why Vetter wouldn't bite on a D2 or, especially, on a D1 scholarship. Especially, given the fact that so many kids consider themselves too good or above D3, and basically an under performer unless they secure an athletic scholarship at some point on their athletic journey. We see this carried to the point where some kids will attend an academically inferior school, often an NAIA school, just so they can say they got a (athletic) scholarship. Vetter, of course, could be programmed differently. From a family economic standpoint, he probably doesn't need it as much as many others. He is originally from Kenilworth, IL, an ultra rich suburban Chicago enclave. Prior to Trinity, he attended Canterbury School in New Milford, CT. Tuition there is currently $77,650!! Highly doubtful his family is anywhere near what could be termed economically disadvantaged. Yet, from a competitive standpoint, why not accept a D2 or D1 scholarship if one is offered?

On the second point referred to above, namely North Park's (very) heavy reliance on the reliance on the Transfer Portal, I find this a very interesting situation. Most teams nowadays are going to have some transfers on the roster. Get a couple of JUCO transfers, or even possibly a D2 or two, and there's a good chance you can instantly significantly boost the skill level of your roster. Still, I would think the majority of D3 rosters are composed of kids coming directly from high school. However, if you peruse this season's NPU roster, of the 17 players listed (with jersey numbers) on the varsity roster, it appears only 5 of the 17——- DJ Strong, DJ Wallace, Lance Nelson, Mike Vuckovic, and Jahki Gray, matriculated to NPU directly from high school. Three players attended 2 schools before NPU, and one player made stops at 3 other institutions before finding his way to North Park. So, as markerickson advised, a heavy reliance on the Transfer Portal indeed.

Another D3 player in the graduate transfer portal is Lance Nelson a PG/SG from North Park. He was 2nd team All-Conference in the CCIW this season. Attended NPU for three years. I believe he attended U of Wisconsin his freshman year but didn't play basketball. Guess this means 1 year of eligibility left.

ELMHURST RECRUIT
Evan Salvador, a 6'0 left handed SG from Mundelein HS. 16.1 PPG, 52% FG, 41.5% 3PT, 86% FT, 1,000 pt career scorer.

NORTH PARK RECRUIT
Daniel Loza, a 5'9 PG from Lakeview HS in Chicago. 17.1 PPG, 1.8 APG, 1.3 SPG

CARTHAGE RECRUIT
Hayden Hodgson, a 6'5 Wing from Class 2A Genoa-Kingston HS. 13.0 PPG, 6.7 RPG, 3.7 APG.

ELMHURST RECRUIT
Quintin Wiencek, a 6'5 SF from Plainfield North. 18.0 PPG.

AUGIE RECRUIT
Ben Jurzak, a 6'0 PG from Jacobs HS. 16.3 PPG, 3.6 PRG, 1.5 APG.

Quote from: GoPerry on March 24, 2025, 07:09:46 PMhttps://x.com/caadvantage_mb/status/1884333138228183543

This looks quite promising for the Thunder next year.  Adding some needed height. 6'4" and 6'8" brothers. The taller kid's highlights look pretty good but I can never tell how that translates to the next level.

Much of the answer, of course, depends on what level "Class" their school in Arizona is in. What level of competition did they play the majority of their games against? Was it the equivalent of Illinois 1A or 4A?

Quote from: Ryan Scott (Hoops Fan) on March 17, 2025, 12:41:58 PM

Quote from: Greek Tragedy on March 17, 2025, 12:30:03 PMDoes Roper have a year of eligibility remaining?

He's eligible for a medical redshirt from sophomore year, so theoretically, yes.

But, alas! Illinois Wesleyan University does not offer graduate level programs. Who would have thought  ? So, already having his BA, what would Mr. Roper be doing next year? Retaking some classes?
I think not. Especially with the stratospheric cost of IWU tuition!

Quote from: Inkblot on March 05, 2025, 04:23:46 PMMy annual tournament map: https://www.google.com/maps/d/edit?mid=1ItNjVj0RbEhTGVDrkEJ7IJdz0HDQ8BE&usp=sharing

Very nice Ink. But , Gulf of AMERICA? 

Recruiting news

NCC has received a commitment from 5'10" PG Nasir Sears of Joliet West HS. Sears, who has speed to burn, is known for pinpoint passes off the dribble. Overall, he has been referred to as a clone of Terrance Moncrief, the Cardinals All-Conference PG who also came to Naperville from Joliet West.

I think the major problem system teams usually face is that they seem to give up monumental numbers of open layups. Unless they shoot an astronomical percentage on their threes, the gimme layups on the other end often quickly overtake the number of points scored on threes by the system team. System teams always shoot quickly. It's part of the system doctrine. This means possible offensive rebounders are seldom yet on scene under the basket. When the shot is launched a defender takes off. The defender who rebounds then fires a deep pass to the flyer who has an uncontested layup or dunk.

Recruit

La Crosse

Jack Crowley, a 6'4" 175 pound PG from Downers Grove North. Teammate of Point commit Grganto on Sweet 16 (still alive) team in Illinois. Very good athlete— Also SS on the FB team.