Jordan Turner has slowly became a household name in the state of Texas and the staff caught up with the 2019 High Major prospect on his recruitment and development in the past year. Texasboysbasketball.com got to take a look at Turner at the July Open Great American Shootout as he showcased his high level versatility and ability to play with length on both sides of the ball.
“I’ve been more physical now than I was last year. I was close to 170 lbs last year and now I’m at 180 so that has been helping me a lot taking contact and finishing. This year I’ve been trying to be more aggressive with my play and overall becoming a leader for my team. I just want to put my team in position to win games.” Turner said.
Big 12 programs are well aware of Turner’s talent and upside as they have been making the biggest push for the Houston Hoops forward.
“Texas, Baylor, Texas A&M, TCU, and Oklahoma have been in contact with me most so far. Oklahoma, Texas and Baylor have been pursuing me hardest so far.”
Turner talks about the Oklahoma, Baylor and Texas staff.
“I like head coach Lon Kruger. He is relax and real cool and he’s is just a real cool guy to talk to and be around. He thinks I can come in to help right away when I get on campus .”
“Texas HC Shaka Smart and Baylor HC Scott Drew really believe I’m a good fit for their program and system. They think I can come in and help them win right away.”
Turner’s main factor when it comes to making a commitment is being part of a program that is the best system wise and able to showcase his versatile skills set.
” I just want to go to a school where the whole staff really knows me and my parents are really comfortable with. I just want to go to a program where it’s the best fit and makes sense for me and my family.”
Turner will be attending Sunrise Christian in Kansas this school year and the staff will be keeping track of his progress and follow Texasboysbasketball.com for news and notes and follow us on Twitter @texasboysbasketbal & ani_umana. Be on the lookout for the Cream of The Crop Camp on Aug. 19-20 as we showcase the top 2021-2022 players in the state. Registration will be up soon!
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