It was an impressive summer for West Chester (Ohio) Lakota West star guard Josh Tyson on the Adidas USSB circuit.
The 6-2 guard averaged nearly 15 points per game and almost completely translated the stats he averaged during his sophomore year at Lakota West, which was also impressive.
During his sophomore campaign, Tyson averaged 15.5 points per game along with four rebounds and nearly two steals per game. The talented lead guard helped his squad reach the state semifinals while shooting 60% from the field during the campaign, including 42% from three.
The Ohio native has seen his recruitment pick up after a successful sophomore year, which continued with a strong summer. He also recently stood out at the Adidas All-American camp, capping off what was a Stock-rising year for Josh Tyson.
Tyson tells Stockrisers.com he will visit Butler unofficially this Friday.
Butler is one of many programs that Tyson told Stockrisers.com is heavily in the mix; the others include Virginia Tech, Cincinnati, Xavier, West Virginia, and Ohio State.
In addition, a massive influx of new schools is showing interest, including: Notre Dame, UCLA, Auburn, Creighton, Tennessee, Michigan State, Missouri, Stanford, USC, and Virginia.
Tyson sat down with Stockrisers.com to discuss some of his suitors, upcoming visits, and a brief breakdown of his game.
Thoughts on Ohio State, and how was your visit?
”Had an amazing time at Ohio State. Spent some time with Coach [Jake] Diebler and probably will be back up there eventually.”
How about Cincinnati, and thoughts on Coach Miller?
”Campus is always fun for me. [Wes] is a great guy, and they have a great staff.”
Thoughts on Xavier and the new staff?
”Great staff. Should be fun to watch them.”
Any visits coming up?
Butler [Friday], Virginia Tech, West Virginia, Cincinnati, and Xavier.”
How would you best describe your game?
”Crafty combo-guard that likes to pass first and enjoys the defensive end.”
How would you like to improve this season?
“Improve my overall leadership.”
The dates are still pending for Tyson and his visit schedule, but he will indeed be unofficially visiting Butler this Friday and expects to be on other campuses in the following weeks.
