That rumored additional recruit has landed in Rochester. Ledrick Eackles, a 6′ 2″ guard from Louisiana, has signed to play for Oakland. In the official press release, Coach Kampe states that Eackles “plays above the rim”, “can shoot the three” and “he can be a lock down defender”. Yeah, that sounds good to me.
Eackles also received serious interest from a number of programs including Nebraska, Western Kentucky, Southern Miss, UAB, Tulane, Arkansas-Little Rock and East Carolina. No, that’s not UNC, Duke and Kansas, but it does give one the impression the young man can play some ball.
Of course, I can remember watching his father, Ledell Eackles, play in the NBA. I may even be able to recall his college days, as well. In addition to making me feel old, which I need precious little help with, it also affirms the younger Mr. Eackles has solid basketball bloodlines.
Add it all up and it looks like a coup for Coach Kampe and the OU staff.
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