Class of 2026 Calvin Russell (FL)

[Capt. Tuttle]

Talked to a few analysts and scouts about Russell's basketball skills.
https://x.com/LoudHouseFS/status/1943284293788164573

From CHAT GPT - re: playing in January FWIW. Would likely not be able to play Sr., year, if we even think he will be here that long.

General Rule: A high school graduate who enrolls full-time in college within 1 year of high school graduation maintains their eligibility clock (the 5-year clock for D-I, 10 semesters for D-II). But playing immediately in January depends on other factors:

• Must be a qualifier per NCAA standards: This includes GPA, core courses, and standardized test scores (SAT/ACT) requirements.
• Must enroll full-time in college in January.
• Must be on the team’s roster and cleared by the NCAA Eligibility Center.

Winter sports like basketball have specific start dates. The NCAA basketball season typically begins in November, so a January enrollee could join mid-season, assuming all other requirements are met. However, the coach/school must choose to roster the student mid-season, which isn't guaranteed.

 

[cuseallday]

From CHAT GPT - re: playing in January FWIW. Would likely not be able to play Sr., year, if we even think he will be here that long.

General Rule: A high school graduate who enrolls full-time in college within 1 year of high school graduation maintains their eligibility clock (the 5-year clock for D-I, 10 semesters for D-II). But playing immediately in January depends on other factors:

• Must be a qualifier per NCAA standards: This includes GPA, core courses, and standardized test scores (SAT/ACT) requirements.
• Must enroll full-time in college in January.
• Must be on the team’s roster and cleared by the NCAA Eligibility Center.

Winter sports like basketball have specific start dates. The NCAA basketball season typically begins in November, so a January enrollee could join mid-season, assuming all other requirements are met. However, the coach/school must choose to roster the student mid-season, which isn't guaranteed.

I'm still trying to nail down whether Calvin would play for Syracuse basketball this coming season, assuming he does enroll in January!

 

[cayugacuse]

Physical and aggressive player from the tape and lots of emotion. Those guys, assuming they are team players are easy to find minutes for.

Yeah. 38 points and 19 rebound in a quarter final game. What little film that has been posted here he appears to be a relentless worker on the court. Reminds me of Oshea Brissett's high school film clips as far as his constant motion and work ethic. Not sure if he is a lefty or ambidextrous. Definitely uses the left a lot.

 

[im4cuse]

Still remember his block on the baseline against one of G’Town’s big guys near the end of the game. Amazing.

Jahidi White.