The latest on Vonchae Richardson

Franklin High backcourter Vonchae Richardson -- known as a strong defender -- was connected to Idaho recruiting some time ago. But then he seemingly disappeared off the basketball map.

We weren't aware of this until contacted recently by a Vandal fan.

So we sent out a couple of queries -- one to Mason Kelley of the Seattle Times and the other to Kevin Cacabelos, the editor of SeaTownSports -- and here are the responses:

Mason Kelley offered this: "...He hasn't been on the roster all year. I asked coach Jason Kerr about Vonchae right before the early signing period and he wouldn't say anything. So, all I know is that he's not on the team and hasn't been on the team..."

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Kevin Cacabelos offered this: "Vonchae did not get his fifth year of eligibility. Indications point to him next year playing for a D-1 team in the WAC or going to a local community college."

Richardson had applied for a fifth high school season and it appeared he was going to be granted his wish but the answer ultimately was no.

We don't what he is currently doing.

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