Is this real? We were recruiting him and he was a 4 star recruit (#125 ranked) last year.
Isaiah Johnson-Arigu commits to Iowa
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Is this real? We were recruiting him and he was a 4 star recruit (#125 ranked) last year.
The announcement says a Miami transfer; but, the video is Minny - explain?
It was Miami @ Minny
He’s played 8 games but is sitting out the rest this season
The Mens BB get a big signing, the football team gets a QB...how bout the women get a big
signing to give us the full trifecta.
signing to give us the full trifecta.
I really like this pickup for the Hawks. Athletic kid who is strong and versatile. Could probably play 2-4, depending on the matchups.
Wasn’t that his senior season state championship game?
I guess this was the recruiting visit that Fran was referring to. Looks like he could be a good get. Congratulations Frannie.
The video is from his high school championship game in 2024. He is a freshman this year. This is news that came out of nowhere.
Guessing Fran isn’t going anywhere after this year or why commit?
I dunno man... he was averaging spot minutes for a 4-10 Miami team. Don't expect an immediate All American. I really do like that with him, Thelwell, Traore and Tadjo there seems to be an emphasis on athleticism recently.
coaches aren't going to go around telling recruits they are a lame duck
but yeah, he's probably staying 10 more years
It's not the recruiting visit he's going on tonight
Talk about blind-sided.
Had no idea about any of this until right now, when I opened the thread.
Had no idea about any of this until right now, when I opened the thread.
Fingers crossed.
NCAA is considering five years of eligibility for all athletes
The NCAA is considering new legislation granting all players five years of eligibility.
www.themackreport.com
Fran said F you all I'm going to try now!!!
Appeared in 8 games. High for minutes was 11 (against Tennessee). High for points was 4 (against Coppin State).
Lots of good offers out of high school, and looks like some great athleticism.
Lot of forwards coming in next year, along with Diakite and Briscoe.
wow haven't seen those kinds of hops since Sir Jam Alot. Maybe Devyn Marble?
NIce !
I know there are no actual NCAA rules anymore, but since his coach stepped down in the middle of the season, couldn’t there be a case to be made for him to have immediate eligibility? Lol.
I wonder if basketball is starting to have more NIL funds to play with. What a weird but nice surprise.
He can practice immediately but can't play until next season.
I wouldn't necessarily say with all certainty that Fran will be back just because of this.
Maybe it's part of his parting gift to Iowa.
We still need to go in a different direction. That being said this doesn't seem the type of player Fran targets, so its odd to see this kind of athleticism come here
Now get a point guard of consequence, and assuming Owen Freeman and Josh Dix stay put, Iowa might have a decent squad next year.
At least we’re trending in the right direction for skin pigment, @curtisj157!
At least we’re trending in the right direction for skin pigment, @curtisj157!
I think he's operating like if he does come back he will have a solid roster still. I don't think he knows either way yet.
I know, Chis. I was just making a point about the fickleness of NCAA “rules.”
Sure I'm good with this one and glad he can practice.
Also, he could take anyone with him that was willing to go if he were to go elsewhere.
There's no reason for Fran not to bring players in even if he plans to be done or go elsewhere.
Yep loading up on the position of least need but they all look pretty good.
Pretty Woodbury-esque with those hops!
I wouldn’t read too much into that. Miami was paying a bunch of players big money. I’m sure Larranaga was feeling a lot of pressure to squeeze as much production as possible out of their high-priced players. Big boosters don’t want to be shelling out millions of dollars to see their investments riding the pine.
It’s comical to me how posters here made up the rumor that Fran wants to leave after this year and then treat it likes it’s a fact.
Sure seems that way considering he left Miami because their coach retired.
Yes, we need a solid point guard and, also, our front court needs a complete enema. Going the right direction, however. Our b-ball team needs to look more like a group on “Soul Train” than an a cappella group at a suburban coffee shop open mic night.Now get a point guard of consequence, and assuming Owen Freeman and Josh Dix stay put, Iowa might have a decent squad next year.
At least we’re trending in the right direction for skin pigment, @curtisj157!
Yes, it looks like Fran is tired of people bagging on his lack of defense and trying to upgrade with guys who are more athletic who can keep their guy in front of them. Is he trying to change the perception of the program?
