April 2011 Basketball Wiretap

6-10 Kentucky Recruit Wins Powerade Three-Point Contest

Mar 29, 2011 10:29 AM

Kyle Wiltjer won the three-point shootout at the Powerade Jam Fest, talling 17 points in the second round -- including a double-point ball at the buzzer -- to claim the shootout in the McDonald’s All-American Game festivities.

“People say that big men can’t shoot and I just like to prove them wrong,” said Wiltjer, who is from Portland, Ore.

Wiltjer said his versatility makes him a tougher player for opponents to prepare for and he likes to show off his skills in an event like the shootout.

“My shooting against players males me tougher to defend,” he said. “Teams have to respect my shot.”

Wiltjer is rated the No. 25 overall prospect in the class of 2011 by recruiting service Rivals.com.

Jody Demling/Courier-Journal

Tags: Kyle Wiltjer, Kentucky Wildcats, Southeastern Conference, High School, High School Rankings, High School Recruiting, NCAA

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Mayo's Younger Brother Todd Commits To Marquette

Mar 12, 2011 2:16 PM

Todd Mayo, younger brother of O.J. Mayo, has verbally committed to Marquette for the fall of 2011.

"I've had a long year here at Notre Dame Prep, and while some schools are picking up interest now, Marquette has been loyal to me the entire time," Mayo said.

Mayo was a McDonald's All-American nominee.

ESPN

Tags: Marquette Golden Eagles, American Athletic Conference, High School, High School Recruiting, NCAA

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