How can OU discuss Cole

[cowboysooner]

I thought it was an NCAA violation for a university or coach to mention a player in the media by name if he hasn't signed a letter of intent. If my understanding is correct, then how could OU release an official press release with Kruger discussing Cole and talking about what type of player he is?

I would appreciate someone with knowledge of how this works, explain this to me. Thanks in advance. I just assume that since Kruger is an old hand and we have a compliance department, that it was proper. But, I just don't know or see how they can do it unless he has signed an LOI. Can a walk on sign an LOI, to walk on? Help.

 

[MsProudSooner]

I thought it was an NCAA violation for a university or coach to mention a player in the media by name if he hasn't signed a letter of intent. If my understanding is correct, then how could OU release an official press release with Kruger discussing Cole and talking about what type of player he is?

I would appreciate someone with knowledge of how this works, explain this to me. Thanks in advance. I just assume that since Kruger is an old hand and we have a compliance department, that it was proper. But, I just don't know or see how they can do it unless he has signed an LOI. Can a walk on sign an LOI, to walk on? Help.

I beleive that walk-ons sign an LOI just like scholarshop players.

 

[BoulderSooner]

the answer is that he will be on ship next season .. with the newell transfer ..

otherwise they could not have discussed cole

 

[AdaSooner]

I beleive that walk-ons sign an LOI just like scholarshop players.

I'm reasonably certain that walk-ons are not permitted to sign a LOI. Assuming that is the case, Boulder's explanation fits perfectly. Cole will fill the scholarship void left by Newell.

 

[MsProudSooner]

I'm reasonably certain that walk-ons are not permitted to sign a LOI. Assuming that is the case, Boulder's explanation fits perfectly. Cole will fill the scholarship void left by Newell.

I thought my niece signed one when she was a walk on to the volleyball team, but maybe not. On second thought, she transferred to OU after her sophomore year and I'm not sure what that situation requires.