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HC Wyking Jones inks his first recruit of the 2018 cycle. Adding much needed size in the paint by signing Connor Vanover.
Our squad just keeps getting better...and BIGGER. We'd like to officially introduce you to 7-3 @Vanover_Connor! Welcome to the #CalFamily, Connor!
— Cal Basketball (@CalMBBall) April 22, 2018
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Per the CalBears Article:
While in Arkansas, Vanover hauled in numerous accolades, including as a two-time USA Today All-Arkansas second team selection and three-time Arkansas Class 4A All-State honoree. Vanover was a three-time Arkansas Basketball Coaches Association 4A Top Five Player and the 2016 Arkansas Preps Sophomore of the Year, He was named Most Valuable Player in the 2016 Arkansas Class 4A State Tournament and at the 2016 Penny Hardaway Classic. The big man also spent time with Team USA, where he captured a gold medal at the 2015 FIBA Americas U16 Championship in Argentina. Vanover averaged 3.8 points, 3.8 rebounds and 1.2 blocks in four games. He also participated in the 2016 U17 World Championship team training camp and the USA Men’s Junior National Team Oct. 2014 minicamp.
Welcome to Berkeley!