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Top-35 prospect Sebastian Williams-Adams planning visits with Kansas, Texas A&M and UConn
By SAM LANCE NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. — Class of 2025 four-star power forward Sebastian William-Adams is in talks with Kansas, Texas A&M and UConn for official visits, he told ZAGSBLOG. “I haven’t scheduled any yet,” Williams-Adams said. “But I know I’ve talked with [them].” The talented forward has already unofficially visited Kansas and Texas A&M. He has also been hearing from Purdue and Auburn. He broke down all of these schools: Kansas: “My mom’s from Wichita, so Kansas in kind of home. And I’ve been up there on an unofficial visit. Everyone’s the same in his [Bill Self’s] eyes, it doesn’t matter. As long as you’re a college player he’s going to give you his all. You know, he holds no punches. So I really enjoy that about him. And I really admire that because he’s going to treat you like you’re the worst player on earth or the best player on earth. He gives you compliments, when he compliments you, it’s a big thing. So I just really liked seeing that, especially when I was on my unofficial.” On the unofficial visit to Kansas: “It was a game where the students had all left campus and it was against Yale. No offense to Yale, but it’s not like one of their big rivalry matchups. So I was just expecting a bit crowded, like the lower levels not the upper levels. But no, they packed that down. The alumni came back, all the people, donors, they came back. And they were all chanting ‘Rock Chalk, Jayhawk!’ And the Phog? I actually was like, ‘I would hate to be on the opposing team because I just know you can’t hear nothing.’ It was literally just a basketball filled place. They like live and die as Jayhawks so that was really amazing to see.” Texas A&M: “Since my freshman days, they’ve been in contact. They actually saw me first here at Peach Jam when I was 15. So ever since then its been kind of a building relationship. They always sure they keep in contact and they always make sure I know that I’m wanted there. Coach Buzz [Williams], I just like their hard nature of basketball. They get after it. They go and get rebounds. Their players they all are really committed to winning. They don’t really care about their role. They just all locked in. A lot of times they’re David in the Goliath situation and they always somehow manage to pull out the win, so that’s really nice about that school.” UConn: “I told you earlier I like winning. I hate losing so much. So the act they’ve won two national titles back to back, they’re aiming for a the third in a row. I mean that just, to me, speaks volumes about their program. The fact that they’re able to keep players, even if they’re not playing the most. They still brought them on the team trying to win. And like I said they develop pros and win championships, that sounds like the best of both worlds to me.” Purdue: “Ever since USA I worked with him [Matt Painter] when I went to the trials, and he and I have just kind of developed a bond. We have a lot of similar interests. He’s just kind of always made sure, he knows he came in my junior year, but has been making sure that he makes up for lost time. Making sure that I know I’m really wanted at Purdue. To have him consistently show up for me and tell me, not just on the phone, like ‘I’m there for you. I want you here.’ But to actually see him in person and he’s constantly reassuring me that he wants me to be there. So that’s really nice to be supported like that.” Auburn: “Yea coach [Bruce] Pearl, he’s a high energy guy. You know, 6:00 in the morning he’s going to give you his 100% same as 6:00 in the night. So just having that type of energy and just that kind of vibrant personality has kind of like drawn me towards him. Not to mention they develop a lot of similar guys to me, especially in the forward position. So definitely having that at Auburn and him being a main component of that is really interesting to see.” So far at Peach Jam, Williams-Adams has contributed 11.7 points, 2.7 rebounds and 1.7 assists per game for JL3 Elite while shooting 52.4% from the field. He describes himself as a two-way player. “You know, very versatile forward,” Williams-Adams said. “I can bring the ball up when our point guard is out, rebound, get out, push it, just kind of a do it all type of player.” Williams-Adams is ranked the No. 35 overall prospect in the 2025 class by 247Sports. His favorite NBA player is Kawhi Leonard and his favorite artists is Tyler the Creator. A hidden talent of Williams-Adams is that he can play the Clarinet. “I had to quit because I couldn’t make any of the band concerts and stuff like that, but yea I was really talented at that back in the day,” he said. Follow Sam Lance on Twitter Follow Adam Zagoria on Twitter Follow ZAGSBLOGHoops on Instagram And Like ZAGS on Facebook.
Peyton Manning's Emotional Message to Arch Manning Playing in the SEC
Legendary Hall of Fame and former Indianapolis Colts quarterback Peyton Manning shared an emotional message to his nephew Arch Manning, who is poised to make his mark with the Texas Longhorns in the SEC. On Thursday afternoon, Manning joined the Pat McAfee Show to discuss Texas' entry into the SEC. ...
Pills, flies, food stored in trashbags found at Mission taqueria
McALLEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — In this week’s Food 4 Thought, be ready for the most violations caught on camera by a health inspector. Fly swatters were found next to raw food and prescription drugs were found just inches from food. This combination could be considered a recipe for disaster.
The Body of Missing Texas A&M University Student Caleb Harris Was Found in a Wastewater Well
A couple of hours before Caleb Harris disappeared, he was playing with his roommate's girlfriend's puppy outside their apartment in Corpus Christi, Texas. About an hour later, he ordered food from Uber Eats and sent a Snapchat of the dog to his little sister.The last message Harris sent was a video of a drainage ditch near his apartment, which he Snapchatted to a friend in San Antonio. That was around 3 a.m. but by 11 the next morning, he hadn't been seen. His roommate stumbled upon the Uber Eats order outside of their front door. What happened to Caleb Harris?...
FEMA funding $750 to households impacted by Hurricane Beryl
HOUSTON (KIAH) – There’s still time to get assistance from FEMA if you were impacted by Hurricane Beryl. If you haven’t done so already, please take pictures of your storm damage! Those with insurance should contact their insurance company before applying for FEMA (the agency only covers damage beyond the scope of a property owner’s insurance).
Boy completes epic journey to every Harley Davidson in Texas amid terminal illness
NEW BRAUNFELS, Texas - A remarkable 9-year-old boy from New Braunfels, Gaven Quirarte, has achieved something extraordinary despite battling a terminal illness. Gaven, who has a deep love for motorcycles, has fulfilled his dream of visiting every Harley Davidson dealership in Texas, a feat made possible by the support of the biker group "Mile Monsters."
At Least 90 Texas School Districts Have Moved to a 4-Day-Week
As we close in on another school year, the topic of 4-day school weeks start to trending again. More school districts in Texas moving to four-day-school weeks. KXAN, reports that at least 90 school districts across Texas have now switched to four-day school weeks. This is the state of Texas' effort to prevent teacher turnover!
San Antonio police arrest two additional suspects in capital murder case
SAN ANTONIO, Texas — Two men have been arrested in connection with a double homicide that occurred on July 20, 2023, according to the San Antonio Police Department. Austyn Hartnett, 22, and Micheal Trevino, 22, were apprehended after a shooting on the 1800 block of Lockhill Selma. Although officers did not find any victims at the scene, two male victims were reported missing the following day. An abandoned vehicle was later discovered with evidence indicating that the missing victims had been inside the car.
Joint Base San Antonio enforces stricter speed limits
SAN ANTONIO – Joint Base San Antonio is implementing a stricter speed enforcement policy. Commander Brig. Gen. Russell D. Driggers responded to reported speeding in military housing and around schools, saying that almost 70% of base drivers were exceeding the speed limit by more than 5 mph. This issue puts pedestrians, students, and nearby residents at risk as higher speeds increase the danger.
City officials develop plan to harness energy from cemeteries — here's how
Get ready for a bright idea that's breathing new life into an unexpected place — cemeteries. The city of Valencia, Spain, just launched an exciting project to turn its cemeteries into solar energy powerhouses. It's an innovative way to generate clean power while respecting the original purpose of these solemn spaces, according to Interesting Engineering.
Texas Convicted Murderer Now Being Sued For $15 Million
The death of Anna Moriah “Mo” Wilson was one of the most shocking and attention getting cases that Texas has seen in a while. She was murdered by Kaitlin Armstrong who is now spending the next 90 years of her life in Dr. Lane Murray Unit which is a women’s prison in Gatesville, Texas.
Texas High School Named One Of Most Expensive In America
All parents in Texas want to ensure that their children have access to the greatest education possible. Additionally, some wealthy families decide to pay for their child's education at a private institution. One Texas high school was recently listed as one of the most expensive in the US, meaning that tuition there might cost parents as much as a college education.
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