Tuesday, March 27, 2007
Scout.com: Bogetic, Dubois Leaving Hoops Program:
Sophomores both likely to land at lower levels. PSU now has two scholarships available."The late-signing period for college basketball begins April 11, and that has suddenly become relevant for Penn State. After landing two prospects in the early-signing period last November, the Nittany Lions were out of grants to give for their next class.
"But not any more.
"Monday, PSU coach Ed DeChellis announced that two sophomores are leaving the program. Center Milos Bogetic, a contributor throughout his two seasons at PSU, and guard Max Dubois, a deep reserve who was injury prone during his Lion career, have both been granted releases from their scholarships.
"With two new grants available, DeChellis and his staff are looking to add much-needed athleticism to the roster.
" 'The process is already in motion,' he said, noting that PSU is shooting to bring in at least one wing player. The staff had been keeping tabs on several such prospects through the season as a precautionary measure, and began making calls over the weekend when it was apparent it would be losing two players...."
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Friday, March 23, 2007
www.centredaily.com | 03/23/2007 | Penn State showcasing Bryce Jordan Center for prospective athletes:
"The television clip on Comcast SportsNet showed shots of a jubilant Chester boys' basketball team celebrating its 67-60 win over Simon Gratz in Wednesday's PIAA Class AAAA semifinal in Norristown. In the background, a homemade sign screamed, in bold red letters, 'We're going to Happy Valley!'
"Undoubtedly, the Clippers and their fans would be thrilled to go anywhere to play in or watch a state final, where they'll meet western power Schenley at 8 p.m. Saturday in the Bryce Jordan Center.
"Ed DeChellis is hoping they'll be just as thrilled to make a return visit.
" 'We're excited to get everybody on campus,' the Penn State men's basketball coach said. 'It's positive publicity for us, and a great showcase for our athletic department.'
"DeChellis said he played a minimal role in luring the state championships to Penn State for 2007 and 2008 but that he had pointed out to athletic director Tim Curley that Big Ten peers Michigan State and Ohio State host their respective high school basketball finals.
"'I just think it's important for us to have our state games here at the state university,' DeChellis said. ..."
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