High scorer leads Eastern Utah
The College of Eastern Utah Eagles are off to (12-2) start this season. We had a chance to touch base with Eagles Head coach Bryan Zollinger and get a update on his players.
Tyler Kepkay, (SO) 6 foot 0 (185) from Vancouver, British Columbia. The Canadian two guard is on fire this season averaging 30 points per game after 14 games for
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the Eagles. Last season Kepkay averaged 13.9.
"Tyler is a very skilled offensive player and really strong off the dribble," Zollinger said.
The line is long for Kepkay. Offers have come from Utah, San Diego State and Idaho. Utah State, Hawaii, Boise State, Idaho State, Duquesne, Northern Iowa, Nebraska and Iowa are calling on Tyler as well.
Tyler is shooting 48% from three-point range this season. Tyler had 45 versus Colorado Northwestern and has five games this season with over 30 points.
Anthony Oliver, (SO) 6 foot 4 (200) from Fremont, CA. Oliver is a very versatile 2-4 man.
"Anthony has a great basketball IQ and is a great team guy," Zollinger said.
Anthony is averaging 10.2 points and 6.5 rebounds this season. Anthony is a transfer from the University of Denver.
Jeremy Lathan, (SO) 5 foot 10 (170) from Portland, OR. Jeremy is averaging 13.8 points and playing the point guard position for the Eagles. Lathan on the season is shooting 48% from three-point range.
Steve Hassell, (FR) 6 foot 3 (190) from Philadelphia, PA. Steve attended Philadelphia Lutheran last season. Hassell is an academic qualifier with three years left at the next level. The left-handed two guard is averaging 13.8 points and 4.8 rebounds on the season.
"Steve is very coachable and a team oriented player," Zollinger said. "He has a good upside and can really shoot and slash to the basket."
He is wide open in his recruitment.