Dacons Keeps Options Open

Dion Dacons, an active 6-6, 205 pound power/combination forward from Oak Hill Academy in Mouth of Wilson, Va., is still open in his recruiting process. Oak Hill head coach Steve Smith told RivalsHoops.com that Dacons is interested in Wyoming, Boston University, East Carolina, Davidson, and Appalachian State. "We will know where he will visit in the next week," Smith said. "He is a very good player. He was one of our most consistent players all year."

Dacons averaged 15 points and seven rebounds a game this past season for head coach Steve Smith. Dacons improved his jumper and is a much better all-around player now than he was a year ago. During the summer, Dacons told the Insiders Report/Rivalshoops.com that he has been offered scholarships by Clemson, DePaul and Delaware. But the schools listed above have gone elsewhere to grab talent.

On a loaded Oak Hill Academy squad, Dacons averaged seven points and six rebounds per game in a reserve role last season. The positives about Dacons is his aggressive play and his relentless pursuit of the basket from the opening tap to the final whistle. Dion loves to get up on the glass, especially on the offensive end. He is also skilled in scoring in transition opportunities.

Dion is also an excellent student. Dacons said he has a 3.6 GPA and scored a 1060 on the SAT.