A Look At John Ofoegbu
John Ofoegbu, a 6-8, 207-pound forward from Taft High School in San Antonio, Texas, had a solid Three Stripe Classic tournament at Hofstra University last weekend for the Texas Blue Chips under head coach Mitch Malone.
Ofoegbu looked sharp because he rarely took bad shots and knew his best chance to score was when he took his frame inside. He scores most of his points inside and is very effective with his back to the basket.
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Texas Blue Chips AAU head coach Mitch Malone says Baylor has an edge right now in the recruiting process. But there are other serious schools involved with this young man too. "John is also considering Houston and Boston College," Malone said. "But right now Baylor had the edge."
This would be an excellent get for Baylor if they were to land Ofoegbu, who works hard and bangs with big bodies inside. John does a lot of the grunt work for the Texas Blue Chips too.
Ofoegbu averaged 15 points and six rebounds per game last season at Taft High School.
John Ofoegbu AT THREE STRIPES:
Texas versus Long Island Panthers: In early foul trouble, Ofoegbu could never get going offensively in the title game of this talent-rich event. He scores just two points and doesn't score from the field.
Texas versus DC Assault: John Ofoegbu hits the boards hard and scores six points too. He also records eight rebounds in this hard-fought game.
Texas versus Long Island Lightning: John Ofoegbu stays out of foul trouble and gets more playing time in this victory. He scores 12 points and grabs 10 rebounds.
Texas versus New Orleans Jazz: John Ofoegbu runs up against some top talent in the New Orleans Jazz. He holds his own. Ofoegbu scores seven points and has seven rebounds.
Texas versus Beachball: John Ofoegbu again shows consistency. He takes the shots within five feet and in. John scores six points and grabs seven rebounds.
Texas versus Philadelphia Panthers: John Ofoegbu scores 12 points and grabs eight rebounds in this easy victory.