Kerry Rupp lands a 'big'

LA TECH and Coach Kerry Rupp have garnered a verbal commitment from a frontcourter as 6-8 Kadeem Coleby has said yes to coming to Ruston. He's described as athletic but raw. The Bulldogs are pretty well set in the frontcourt for a season or two so there won't be a need for the young man to have to produce right away -- a good situation for him.

Here's a decription of Coleby per ESPN:

Hometown: Humble, TX
Christian Life Center Academy (TX)
Position rank: Power Forward # 46
Ht: 6'8" Wt: 215

Evaluation:

2007: Coleby, originally from the Bahamas, is extremely raw on the offensive end but his upside cannot be denied. He possesses a great frame with broad shoulders, long arms and overall solid length for the four spot at the next level. His forte is rebounding and with his aforementioned physical attributes not to mention some significant bounce, he should only get better at it. In addition to his rebounding prowess, he is also a very stout shot blocker with exceptional timing. His offensive game is quite raw at this stage (gets most of his points off of offensive rebounds and follow-dunks), but he has excellent hands and should develop those skills and fundamentals with some coaching.