Matt Gilhool This weekend marked the beginning of an intensive recruiting period for the LSU Basketball program, mirroring the recent surge of activity seen with their football counterparts. Although the Tigers managed to bring just one recruit to campus this weekend, the recruiting activity is set to intensify significantly in the coming weeks.
The spotlight this weekend was on Matt McMahon, who successfully hosted four-star Power Forward Matt Gilhool from Pennsylvania. According to On3, Gilhool is ranked as the 62nd best player nationally and is considered the 15th best Power Forward in his class. His visit to Baton Rouge represents a critical moment in LSU’s recruiting efforts.
As the weekend unfolded, it became evident that LSU needed to make a strong impression on Gilhool to stand out among a competitive group of finalists. It appears that the Tigers have managed to do just that. Gilhool is now scheduled to announce his commitment on Tuesday, with LSU, Iowa, Alabama, Tennessee, Georgia Tech, and Mississippi State all in contention. The timing of his announcement, following his visit to Baton Rouge, suggests a favorable outcome for LSU.
On3’s recruiting prediction machine reflects this optimism, assigning LSU an impressive 82.7% chance of securing Gilhool’s commitment. In contrast, Georgia Tech trails significantly with a mere 3% chance. This substantial disparity underscores the strong position LSU currently holds in the recruitment of Gilhool.
As LSU continues to ramp up their recruiting efforts, the focus will be on maintaining the momentum gained from this visit. With a busy schedule ahead, the Tigers are poised to engage with more prospects, aiming to build on the positive impression made during this initial phase. The success of their recruiting strategy will be closely watched as the program seeks to bolster its roster with top-tier talent in the upcoming season.