University of Houston Athletics
Men’s Basketball Signee Jarace Walker Named McDonald’s All-American
1/25/2022 3:54:00 PM | Men's Basketball
Incoming freshman forward becomes fifth McDonald’s All-American to compete for Cougars and first to sign with Houston since 2000
HOUSTON – University of Houston Men's Basketball signee and IMG Academy star Jarace Walker added to his trophy case on Tuesday afternoon when he was named a McDonald's All-American.
Measuring 6-foot-8 and 220 pounds, Walker will compete as a freshman beginning in 2022-23 and have four years of eligibility remaining. He is listed as a 5-star recruit by ESPN, 247Sports and Rivals and is ranked as the No. 1 power forward by ESPN and 247Sports.
At No. 9 nationally by ESPN100 and 247Sports, Walker will be the Cougars' first five-star signing since 2012.
He will compete in the McDonald's All-American Game inside Wintrust Arena in Chicago. That prestigious event will air on ESPN, beginning at 8 p.m. (CST) March 29.
Walker will become the fifth McDonald's All-American to compete for the Cougars but only the third to sign with Houston, joining Alton Ford (2000) and Rickie Winslow (1983). Quentin Grimes (2018) and Devonta Pollard (2012) also were McDonald's All-Americans during their high school careers but signed with Kansas and Alabama, respectively, before transferring to Houston.
Photo courtesy of Getty Images/247 Sports
A native of New Freedom, Pa., Walker has competed for the last four seasons at IMG Academy in Bradenton, Fla., for Head Coach Sean McAloon. As a freshman during the 2018-19 season, he helped lead the team to the GEICO National title.
As a senior in 2021-22, he posted 13 points on 5-of-7 shooting with seven rebounds, two blocks and a pair of steals in a win over No. 5 Monteverde Academy earlier this season.
Walker also participated in USA Basketball's 2018 Junior National Team minicamp and two 2019 minicamps.
He was one of nearly 800 student-athletes to be nominated from across the country.
UP NEXT
• The Cougars will take a week-long break from competition before closing out the month of January when they face UCF at 7 p.m. (CST) in Orlando on Saturday. That game will air on ESPN2.
• Houston opens the month of February when it plays host to Tulane at 7 p.m., Tuesday, Feb. 2, inside the Fertitta Center. That game will air on ESPN+.
• From there, Houston embarks on a two-game road swing, facing Cincinnati (Feb. 6) and SMU (Feb. 9).
• All Houston Men's Basketball games can be heard on 950 AM KPRC.
BUY 2021-22 TICKETS
To purchase single-game tickets, fans may click here anytime or call 713-GO-COOGS (462-6647) during regular business hours.
2022-23 SEASON TICKETS PRIORITY WAIT LIST
Fans who were unable to secure 2021-22 season tickets may start preparing for next season by putting down a $75 deposit and placing their names on the 2022-23 Men's Basketball Season Ticket Priority Wait List by clicking here.
JOIN the 50-50-CLUB
Fans are invited to join the 50-50 Club to support Houston Men's Basketball. 50-50 Club members help fund program necessities and enhance the experience for our student-athletes.
Fans who join the 50-50 Club will receive embroidered Jordan Brand team apparel, invitations to exclusive events, regular updates about the program and much more.
For more information or to sign up, fans may visit uhcougars.com/5050club or click here. To join the 50-50 Club, fans may call Cougar Pride at 713-743-GoUH (46874).
STAY CONNECTED
Fans can receive updates by following @UHCougarMBK on Twitter and catch up with the latest news and notes on the team by clicking LIKE on the team's Facebook page at UHCougarMBK or by visiting the team's Instagram page at UHCougarMBK.
Measuring 6-foot-8 and 220 pounds, Walker will compete as a freshman beginning in 2022-23 and have four years of eligibility remaining. He is listed as a 5-star recruit by ESPN, 247Sports and Rivals and is ranked as the No. 1 power forward by ESPN and 247Sports.
At No. 9 nationally by ESPN100 and 247Sports, Walker will be the Cougars' first five-star signing since 2012.
He will compete in the McDonald's All-American Game inside Wintrust Arena in Chicago. That prestigious event will air on ESPN, beginning at 8 p.m. (CST) March 29.
Walker will become the fifth McDonald's All-American to compete for the Cougars but only the third to sign with Houston, joining Alton Ford (2000) and Rickie Winslow (1983). Quentin Grimes (2018) and Devonta Pollard (2012) also were McDonald's All-Americans during their high school careers but signed with Kansas and Alabama, respectively, before transferring to Houston.
Photo courtesy of Getty Images/247 Sports
A native of New Freedom, Pa., Walker has competed for the last four seasons at IMG Academy in Bradenton, Fla., for Head Coach Sean McAloon. As a freshman during the 2018-19 season, he helped lead the team to the GEICO National title.
As a senior in 2021-22, he posted 13 points on 5-of-7 shooting with seven rebounds, two blocks and a pair of steals in a win over No. 5 Monteverde Academy earlier this season.
Walker also participated in USA Basketball's 2018 Junior National Team minicamp and two 2019 minicamps.
He was one of nearly 800 student-athletes to be nominated from across the country.
UP NEXT
• The Cougars will take a week-long break from competition before closing out the month of January when they face UCF at 7 p.m. (CST) in Orlando on Saturday. That game will air on ESPN2.
• Houston opens the month of February when it plays host to Tulane at 7 p.m., Tuesday, Feb. 2, inside the Fertitta Center. That game will air on ESPN+.
• From there, Houston embarks on a two-game road swing, facing Cincinnati (Feb. 6) and SMU (Feb. 9).
• All Houston Men's Basketball games can be heard on 950 AM KPRC.
BUY 2021-22 TICKETS
To purchase single-game tickets, fans may click here anytime or call 713-GO-COOGS (462-6647) during regular business hours.
2022-23 SEASON TICKETS PRIORITY WAIT LIST
Fans who were unable to secure 2021-22 season tickets may start preparing for next season by putting down a $75 deposit and placing their names on the 2022-23 Men's Basketball Season Ticket Priority Wait List by clicking here.
JOIN the 50-50-CLUB
Fans are invited to join the 50-50 Club to support Houston Men's Basketball. 50-50 Club members help fund program necessities and enhance the experience for our student-athletes.
Fans who join the 50-50 Club will receive embroidered Jordan Brand team apparel, invitations to exclusive events, regular updates about the program and much more.
For more information or to sign up, fans may visit uhcougars.com/5050club or click here. To join the 50-50 Club, fans may call Cougar Pride at 713-743-GoUH (46874).
STAY CONNECTED
Fans can receive updates by following @UHCougarMBK on Twitter and catch up with the latest news and notes on the team by clicking LIKE on the team's Facebook page at UHCougarMBK or by visiting the team's Instagram page at UHCougarMBK.
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