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The article discusses the upcoming NBA draft class for 2025, highlighting several promising prospects. Cooper Flagg, a small forward from Duke, has impressed scouts with his performance against NBA players during USA Basketball's Olympic training camp. Ace Bailey, a shooting guard from Rutgers, is an athletic shotmaker with a high upside. VJ Edgecombe, a shooting guard from Baylor, is an explosive slasher who excels in transition. Other notable prospects include Dylan Harper from Rutgers, Khaman Maluach from Duke, Hugo Gonzalez from Real Madrid, Nolan Traoré from Saint-Quentin, Tre Johnson from Texas, Egor Demin from BYU, and Liam McNeeley from UCONN. [Extracted from the article]

The article profiles University of Arizona freshman basketball player Deandre Ayton as well as other freshmen players expected to impact the 2018 NCAA (National Collegiate Athletic Association) National Championship tournament. Topics covered include Ayton's childhood in Nassau, Bahamas, allegations that Ayton and his family were bribed to play at Arizona, and Ayton's skills as a basketball player. Other players mentioned in the article include Jaren Jackson, Jr. of Michigan State University, Mo Bamba of the University of Texas, and Marvin Bagley III of Duke University.

The article discusses how various National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) football teams have decided to start true freshman quarterbacks in the 2017 seasons as a result of various injuries and transfers involving college football players, and it mentions quarterbacks such as Jake Fromm at the University of Georgia, James Blackman at Florida State University, and Kasim Hill at the University of Maryland. University of Texas quarterback Sam Ehlinger is assessed.

The article discusses the performance of the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Bruins men's basketball team during the 2016-2017 season, and it mentions the relationships between the freshman basketball players guard Lonzo Ball, power forward T.J. Leaf, and center Ike Anigbogu. The speed of the UCLA squad is examined, along with the Bruins' 16-1 win-loss record. The offensive efficiency of the UCLA team is assessed, as well as coach Steve Alford.

The article focuses on freshman college basketball player Andrew Wiggins of the University of Kansas. Wiggins' status as the most highly recruited high school player in the U.S. in 2013 and his choice of Kansas as the school to attend are examined. The recruiting of Wiggins is compared to that of former Kansas players Wilt Chamberlain and Danny Manning. The likelihood Wiggins will leave Kansas for the National Basketball Association (NBA) draft in 2014 is discussed.

The article focuses on college basketball player Anthony Davis, a freshman forward for the University of Kentucky team. Kentucky coach John Calipari compares Davis to National Basketball Association (NBA) player Marcus Camby, whom he coached at the University of Massachusetts in the 1990s. Davis's skills on defense are considered, particularly his ability to block shots and that ability's contribution to Kentucky's overall ability on defense, in which it leads college basketball in opponent's shooting percentage. Davis states that his motivation to become a shot blocker stems from his experience as a high school player who often had his own shot blocked.

The article presents sports forecasting for the 2011-2012 college basketball season for the Boston College (BC) team. The team's dependence on freshman players due to the loss of experienced players from the 2010-2011 team is stressed. Coach Steve Donahue states that he expects the freshmen to improve as the season progresses. Boston College is forecast to have a difficult season.

The article focuses on college basketball player Jared Sullinger, a freshman forward for the Ohio State University team. Sullinger's role in the team's undefeated record through the first two-thirds of the 2010-2011 season is examined. It is noted that Sullinger excels in the subtler techniques of the sport that contribute to superior team play which are ordinarily only learned through experience.

A reprint is presented of an article on college football linebacker Andy Katzenmoyer, by William Nack, published in the November 25, 1996 issue. Katzenmoyer is depicted in his freshman season at Ohio State University. His status as a highly recruited high school senior is discussed, with special attention paid to Katzenmoyer's self-doubt he could compete at the college level. Katzenmoyer expresses surprise and happiness that he is a member of an undefeated team.

The article focuses on college basketball player John Wall, a freshman guard for the University of Kentucky. Wall states that his ambition is to become the greatest point guard in the sport's history. Kentucky coach John Calipari praises Wall's commitment to winning and work ethic. Wall says he is enjoying his college classes more than he expected.

The press conference broke up, and as Jim Tressel sidestepped his way off the dais, shaking hands and absorbing repeated slaps on the back, he could not seem to wipe the smile off his face. His team had just beaten Michigan for the second consecutive year, nailing down a spot in the national title game in the process. Of lesser consequence, the back-and-forth between the Ohio State Buckeyes' second-year coach and his interrogators had gone swimmingly well, with Tressel repeatedly bringing down the house with trenchant one-liners. His most frequent foil was his most valuable player. Freshman tailback Maurice Clarett had come into the game with 1,071 rushing yards and a bruised left shoulder that had sidelined him for three games and limited him to spot play in two others. When he was finished terrorizing the Michigan Wolverines, Clarett served as his coach's straight man. Tressel's willingness to poke fun at his best player reflected his confidence in the strength of his bond with the 19-year-old from Youngstown. It is a confidence that extends far beyond the freshman's ability to take a joke.

Focuses on the success of United States college freshmen basketball players in the 1999 season. Examples of the success with the Most Valuable Player awards issued to University of Kansas player Drew Gooden at the Great Alaska Shootout, University of North Carolina player Joseph Forte at the Maui Invitational and University of Arizona player Gilbert Arenas at the Chase NIT; Reasons for freshman success.

Several letters to the editor are presented in response to articles in previous issues including "Voting to Snuff the Torch," by Jerry Kirshenbaum in the November 20, 1972 issue, "The Best Years of My Life" in the November 13, 1972 issue and "A Time to Bless the Beasts and Freshmen" in the November 27, 1972 issue.

The article discusses the National Collegiate Athletics Association's (NCAA) decision in January 1972 to allow college freshmen to be recruited for football. The reason for this was to save on costs, as new recruits are paid much less than those from higher grades. It reports, however, that a number of coaches do not approve the change, as they claim it puts a lot of unnecessary stress on freshmen, who have to juggle the rigors of the training schedule with academics. Others cite such complaints as hypocrisy, as the NCAA accepts freshmen for basketball.

This section offers news briefs related to sports in the U.S. as of January 1972. The National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) has decided to permit member schools to let freshmen participate in intercollegiate competitions. The National Basketball Association (NBA) is facing a challenge concerning the number of basketball teams competing in the Eastern Conference. The New York Court of Appeals upheld a case filed by lady umpire Bernice Gera against minor-league baseball on account of discrimination.

The article profiles boxer Vinnie Ferguson. Ferguson is a college freshman at the University of Wisconsin in Madison. His father and a New York politician, Ed Ferguson, have created a five-year game plan for his son in a bid to capture the 1956 Olympic Boxing title. The game plan worked well when Ferguson won in the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) championships in Madison. Since 1951, Ferguson has been competing in the amateur ranks winning six titles.

The article discusses the performance of Duke University freshman basketball player Zion Williamson during the 2019 NCAA Basketball Tournament, and it mentions Duke University's loss to Michigan State University, as well as the expectation that Williamson will leave Duke University after one season and become an athlete in the National Basketball Association. Williamson's athletic skills, speed, and strength are examined.

The article focuses on college football player Randy "Duke" Johnson, a freshman running back for the University of Miami team. Johnson's ability to create long scoring plays on offense as a runner or pass receiver and as a kick returner on special teams is considered. It is noted that Johnson is one of four freshman players who are starting players for Miami in 2012.

The article focuses on college basketball player Jeremy Lamb, a freshman guard for the 2010-2011 University of Connecticut (UConn) team. Lamb's improvement during the season is considered, particularly his significant role on offense in UConn's victories in the 2011 National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) basketball tournament, in which UConn won the national championship.

The article profiles college freshman basketball player Brittney Griner who plays center for Baylor University. It notes her shooting, defense, and other athletic skills. Praise provided by Baylor assistant coach Leon Barmore is noted. Griner is compared to U.S. National Basketball Association (NBA) standout and past player Bill Russell.

This article offers a profile of University of Florida freshman quarterback Chris Leak. Few football players of any age could have been prepared for what awaited Chris Leak in Kentucky's Commonwealth Stadium on Sept. 27. The freshman didn't flinch. In the game's final 15 minutes, the youngest starting quarterback in major-college football threw two touchdown passes to lead Florida to a 24-21 win, the Gators' biggest comeback ever on the road. Almost every coach in the country has responded to the NCAA's 85-scholarship limit by suiting up more freshmen--from South Carolina's Lou Holtz, who has started first-year running back Demetris Summers in seven of the Gamecocks' 10 games, to USC's Pete Carroll, whose freshman-laden two-deep chart includes quarterback John David Booty, believed to be the first high schooler to skip his senior year (he graduated early) to get a jump on Division I football. Leak's dedication is becoming Gators lore. One story describes how this summer a fetching female student came by the football dorm to visit Florida's new quarterback. Leak, who was engrossed in game tape, made it clear he was otherwise occupied. His brother's response didn't surprise C.J. "That's Chris," he says."Make fun all you want, but he's doing something right.".

The article focuses on freshman college football quarterback Johnny Manziel of Texas A & M University. Manziel's performance in a 29-24 victory over the previously undefeated University of Alabama team is used as an example of his play on offense in 2012 which has made him a candidate for the Heisman Trophy award. The role of social media in making Manziel a celebrity with college football fans and in the creation of his nickname "Johnny Football" is discussed.

The article focuses on college basketball coach John Calipari of the University of Kentucky. Kentucky's extremely successful record under Calipari, especially in the 2011-2012 season, is examined in relationship to Calipari's recruiting of players, in which he has responded to a National Basketball Association (NBA) rule forbidding high school players to enter its draft by recruiting highly talented players who then leave Kentucky for the NBA after their freshman seasons.

The article focuses on college basketball player Patrick Heckmann, a freshman guard for the Boston College team. It is noted that Heckmann has considerable playing experience in professional leagues in his native Germany despite being only 19 years old. Heckmann says that having competed against older athletes will be an advantage to him in U.S. college basketball.

The article discusses Auburn University freshman basketball player Austin Wiley in relation to the author's views about the benefits of early college admissions. According to the article, the concept of an athlete finishing his senior year of high school early is more common in college football as compared to college basketball. Several other college players are examined, including Dennis Smith Jr., Hamidou Diallo, and Cameron Lard.

The article focuses on college football player Rob Bolden, the starting quarterback for the Pennsylvania State University (Penn State) football team. Bolden's status as a so-called true freshman, meaning that he graduated from high school in the spring of 2010, is discussed, with emphasis placed on the fact that Penn State coach Joe Paterno previously had never started a true freshman at quarterback in his 45-year career at the school. Bolden's performance in the team's opening game 44-14 victory over Youngstown State, in which he completed 20 of 29 passes for 239 yards, is examined.

This article reports on the men's basketball team at the University of Kansas. The Jayhawks have started three freshmen and two sophomores in their last seven games, giving Kansas the most inexperienced starters in the AP poll. Kansas head coach Bill Self commented on the treadmill that is used as a motivational tool at Kansas practices.

This article reports on the West Virginia University football team. The Mountaineers finished the 2004-2005 season with a 10-1 record, despite the fact that nearly 70% of their team was made up of freshmen and sophomores. Guard Dan Mozes commented on how the team received motivation from being ranked low by pundits before the start of the season.

Reports on college freshman football players who are making an impact on their teams. Discussion of Kenny Phillips, free safety at the University of Miami, who has already become a starter; Comments from Phillips on his goal to lead the team in interceptions; Examination of freshman running backs, including Michigan State's Javon Ringer.

The article discusses several American high school football players who are expected to make contributions to their various college football teams as freshmen players, and it mentions Baylor University wide receiver Tren'Davian Dickson, University of Georgia quarterback Jacob Eason, and University of Michigan defensive tackle Rashan Gary. According to the article, Fort Wayne, Indiana native Austin Mack plans to play wide receiver for the Ohio State University football team.

The article discusses the journal's predictions regarding the women's college basketball players that will be named as first and second team All-American award winners in 2015-2016, as well as the periodical's projection that Ohio State University Coach Kevin McGuff will be selected as the Coach of the Year. It states that University of Louisville guard Asia Durr will be named as the Freshman of the Year award winner and forward Breanna Stewart will be chosen as the player of the year.

The article focuses on college basketball player Tyler Ennis, a freshman point guard for the Syracuse University team. Ennis's role in the team's 24-0 record in the 2013-2014 season is examined, particularly his passing and shooting during the late stages of close games won by Syracuse. Syracuse coach Jim Boeheim compares Ennis to players Carmelo Anthony and Gerry McNamara who were freshman on the 2003 Syracuse team which won a national championship.

The article discusses college freshman football players for the 2013 Auburn University team including defensive end Carl Lawson, quarterback Jeremy Johnson and running back Johnathan Ford.

The article discusses college freshmen football players for the 2013 University of Mississippi team including offensive tackle Laremy Tunsil, defensive back Tony Conner and defensive end Robert Nkemdiche.

The article discusses college freshman football players on the 2013 University of Alabama team including running back Derrick Henry, tight end O. J. Howard and linebacker Reuben Foster.

The article considers college freshmen football players who will be members of the Northwestern University team in 2013 including quarterback Matt Alviti, defensive tackle Tyler Lancaster and running back Keith Watkins.

The article discusses college freshmen football players who will be members of the Michigan State University team in 2013 including running back R. J. Shelton, linebacker Jon Reschke and linebacker Shane Jones.

The article considers college freshmen who will be players on the 2013 Purdue University football team including tight end Matt Burke, defensive end Antoine Miles and running back Dalyn Dawkins.

The article discusses freshmen football players for the 2013 Pennsylvania State University (Penn State) team including right end Adam Breneman, lineman Brendan Mahon and quarterback Christian Hackenberg.

The article considers freshman college football players who enrolled at their schools in the second semester of the 2012-2013 academic year to prepare for the 2013 season including Derrick Henry of the University of Alabama, Eli Apple of Ohio State University and Steve Elmer of the University of Notre Dame.

The authors offer opinions on high school football players who will be college freshman players in the 2013 college football season. Players who are seen as likely to make an immediate contribution to their college teams in that season are discussed including Robert Nkemdiche who will attend the University of Mississippi, Greg Bryant who will attend the University of Notre Dame and Matthew Thomas who will attend Florida State University.

The article considers college football players who are also freshman who have had success in the 2012 season including Stefon Diggs of the University of Maryland, Todd Gurley of the University of Georgia and Shaq Thompson of the University of Washington.

The article presents sports forecasting for the 2011-2012 season of the University of Arizona basketball team. Freshman player Nick Johnson states that the practices conducted by coach Sean Miller are extremely demanding. Johnson is considered as an example of the freshman players who must contribute on offense to replace Derrick Williams, who left the team to enter the 2011 National Basketball Association (NBA) draft. Optimistic and pessimistic predictions for Arizona's season are offered based on the performances of the freshmen players.

The article presents sports forecasting for the 2011-2012 season of the University of Kentucky basketball team. Freshman players on the team including Marquis Teague, Michael Kidd-Gilchrist and Anthony Davis are considered in terms of their status as some of the highest rated high school players in the U.S. in 2010-2011. Forward Terrence Jones says that he returned to school rather than enter the National Basketball Association (NBA) draft because of his disappointment in the team's loss in the 2011 National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) tournament. Coach John Calipari discusses changes in the team's offense. Two forecasts are offered, one an optimistic one in which Kentucky wins the NCAA tournament, the other a pessimistic one in which they are eliminated in its early rounds.

The article presents sports forecasting for the 2011 season of the Florida State University football team. Quarterback E. J. Manuel, who will be the team's starting quarterback, is discussed. Freshman players recruited by coach Jimbo Fisher including Kelvin Benjamin, Nick O'Leary and James Wilder Jr. are considered as indications of the many talented players on the Florida State roster.

The article discusses college freshman basketball players who have yet to be declared eligible for the 2010-2011 season by the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) either due to their academic records or the organization's rules on amateurism. Among the players discusses are Josh Selby of Kansas and Enes Kanter of Kentucky. It is noted these players were actively recruited by their schools despite the questions about their eligibility.