Prep Coach Says Gilchrist Not Going to VT
Just got this statement from Progressive Christian basketball coach Van Whitfield:
Due to the tragic and historic events of April 16, 2007, at Virginia Tech University, Progressive Christian Academy senior forward Augustus Gilchrist will respectfully request to be released from his National Letter of Intent.In this time of mourning and recovery, Augustus and his family share their
heartfelt condolences for the families and innocent victims of April 16.Augustus is currently focusing on completing his course work and graduating.
He and his family wish the Hokies, Coach Seth Greenberg and the V-Tech and
Blacksburg communities strength, courage and resolve as they move beyond the
events of April 16.
By Josh Barr |
May 11, 2007; 4:58 PM ET
| Category:
Basketball
Previous: Gilchrist Seeking Another Destination? |
Next: More On Gilchrist/VT
Posted by: bkfan | May 11, 2007 5:49 PM
The comments to this entry are closed.
The rumors about JT III's interest in Gilchrist are pure propaganda. Actually they are a form of preemptive attack, whose aim is to discourage Coach Thompson from going after Gilchrist, now that he is no longer interested in Virginia Tech. This technique was used last year when Reynolds made it known that he wanted out of his LOI. But Coach Thompson was not interested in Reynolds, even though GU was his favorite school. Regarding Gilchrist, Coach Thompson should do what is best for his program, especially since he has nothing to do with Gilchrist's changing his mind.