Kory Ricker '18 Recruiting Profile
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Personal Statement
Its been my dream to play basketball at the college level for as long as I can remember. I work hard in all aspects of life whether it be in the gym, in the classroom, or at my job. I am someone my teammates and coaches can rely on, on and off the court. I'm not afraid to embrace my role on the team, whatever is needed to be done for the team to win I will do.
This is from my high school coach Adam Epps.
Coach endorsements
Athletic ability: 7/10
Leadership: 8/10
Team player: 8/10
Easy to work with: 8/10
Ability: "Kory has really came on strong his senior year. He is running cross country and the cross country coach is very pleased with Kory's dedication as well as his performance. I have seen a lot of growth athletically his senior year. He get's up and down the floor very well. His hands have improved. He also has shown that he wants to be a leader on his team this year. He is a great rebounder. Kory is very unselfish and been working on his passing quite a bit. His biggest asset to our team is his offensive rebounding and finishing around the rim. He has becoming a much improved defender and rim protect. At 6 foot 6 he is a big asset to our team in class 2 boys. I am looking forward to a break out year from him this year as he has been working harder than I've seen and I have known him for 6 years."
Personality: "Kory is a social stud. He is a very likeable young man that interacts well with his peers. He is not shy about meeting new people and is a great communicator. He has many friends in Van Buren and would be willing to do anything for his friends. I think Kory will do well in a college setting anywhere he goes. "
Athletics
High School Information
- Years w/ Varsity
- 2 years
- Varsity Starter
- 1 years
- 2018 Varsity Team
- Starter- Jersey: #24
- 2017 Varsity Team
- Jersey: #24
Team Awards
- Conference 3rd Place
- 2016 Junior Varsity Team
- Starter- Jersey: #12
Team Awards
- Conference Champs
- 2015 Junior Varsity Team
- Starter- Jersey: #12
Team Awards
- Conference 3rd Place
Club Information
- Seasons of Club Experience
- 2 seasons
- 2017 SEMO SELECT (AAU)
- 2016 Semo Bulls (NCAA Certified )
- Won 1st place bronze division circle city shootout Indianapolis Indiana, Won 1st place platinum division New York to LA in Dallas Texas.
Coach References
- High School Head Coach
- Adam Epps
- High School Assistant Coach
- Jacob Black
- Travel / Club Coach
- Trey Porter
- Club Coach
- Austin Birmingham
Events
- Camp/Event
- Elite Camp
- 8/26/17 to 8/26/17
- Was a great camp, very well ran, liked the skills and drills with players that were already on the team and how they pushed you for more.
- Camp/Event
- US Select Basketball Showcase
- 4/16/17 to 4/16/17
- Thank you for attending one of our US Select Basketball Events! Here you will see our staff's evaluation of you. Please remember, we are honest. We want to help each of you, but it's important that you know the truth from someone who has coached at the college level and higher. We are now in the process of sending out all of your contact information, along with your evaluation to every college basketball program in the country. Coaches will be able to then contact you directly, if they are interested in recruiting you further. Thank you so much for attending, and please let us know if there is anyway that we can help. Sincerely, US Select Basketball Staff PLAYER EVALUATION: Kory Ricker 6'6" 230 center/forward D3 or JUCO He hustles well after all loose balls. A player who hustles after all rebounds and keeps the ball active. When shooting the ball, uses the glass well. Need to improve his passing skills. Must develop a soft touch around the basket. Work on handling pressure more when having the ball on offense. Work on developing a skill set which includes shooting and ball handling.
Additional Sports
- Baseball
- 4 years
- Varsity Team
- 2017 Spring District Champs, 2016 Big Springs Conference Champs, 2017 Big Springs Conference Tournament 3rd place
- Cross Country
- 2 years
- Varsity Team
- 2017-18 District champs
Statistics
| Statistic | 2018 Varsity Team |
|---|---|
| Points/Game | 5.1 |
| Season High Points | 11 |
| Rebounds/Game | 4.8 |
| Season High Rebounds | 9 |
| Assists/Game | 0.6 |
| Season High Assists | 2 |
| Steals/Game | 0.5 |
| Blocks/Game | 0.6 |
| Field Goal Pct. | 53 |
| Free Throw Pct. | 53 |
| 3 Point FG's | 0 |
| 3 Point FG Pct. | 0 |
| Games Played | 9 |
Academics
Grades
Test Scores
Academic Accomplishments
Are you in honor classes?
NoRegistered with the NCAA Eligibility Center?
NoAwards and Activities
- AwardsMissouri FBLA District Winner, Introduction to Business Procedures 5th place. Honor Roll.
- ActivitiesSr. Beta Club, MO FBLA, Student council, Science Club, Missouri Boys State, Interscholastic team,
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