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sports2 years ago

"Ball State transfer Payton Sparks chooses Indiana for basketball career"

Ball State transfer and Winchester grad Payton Sparks has committed to Indiana University, fulfilling a childhood dream of playing for the Hoosiers. Sparks, who grew up an IU fan, sat down with coach Mike Woodson and watched film on how he could fit in with the program before making his decision. Listed at 6-9 and 240 pounds, Sparks can help give IU much-needed strength in the frontcourt. Over his two seasons at Ball State, he averaged 13.4 points, 8.6 rebounds, 1.5 assists and 0.7 blocks per game.

sports2 years ago

"Meet IU's Newest Basketball Recruit: Payton Sparks from Ball State"

Payton Sparks, a sophomore center from Ball State, has committed to Indiana University as the Hoosiers look for frontcourt help. Sparks, an Indiana native, was named MAC Freshman of the Year in his first year at Ball State and had an impressive sophomore season. He received Division I offers from several schools and entered the transfer portal after his freshman year. Sparks is listed at 6-9, 240 pounds and will provide much-needed depth for the Hoosiers.

sports2 years ago

Midwest Basketball Club's Andrew Martin discusses Payton Sparks' fit at Indiana in Q&A.

Payton Sparks, a transfer from Ball State, has committed to Indiana, and Andrew Martin of Midwest Basketball Club has spoken about his potential impact on the team. Martin praised Sparks' toughness and passion, as well as his low post presence and ability to compete. Sparks had a lot of interest in the transfer portal, but ultimately chose Indiana for the opportunity to compete at the highest level. Martin has worked with Sparks for a few years and has watched him grow as a player.

sports2 years ago

Indiana Hoosiers add Payton Sparks to basketball roster through transfer portal.

Indiana University has added Payton Sparks, a forward from Ball State, to its basketball team via the transfer portal. Sparks, who was named Mid-American Conference Freshman of the Year last year, will help reinforce the frontcourt of the Hoosiers, which was hit hard by graduation. Trayce Jackson-Davis and Race Thompson, IU’s leading post scorers and rebounders across the last three years, both called time on their college careers earlier this month.