Five-star recruit Boogie Fland, who led Stepinac to a CHSAA Intersectional title, has requested to be released from his National Letter of Intent with Kentucky, following the departure of head coach John Calipari. Fland, named CHSAA AA MVP, is considering new recruitment pitches after reaching out to Kentucky on Monday. He is open to a possible run in Lexington, where new head coach Mark Pope has expressed interest in him. Prior to picking Kentucky, Fland was also considering Alabama and Indiana, among others.

By the Numbers
  • Fland delivered 19.3 points, 6.6 rebounds, 3.6 assists, and 2.6 steals per game this season
  • He shot 55% from the field and 37% from behind the 3-point line
State of Play
  • Kentucky's former head coach, John Calipari, signed a five-year deal with Arkansas, leaving uncertainties for the program
  • New head coach Mark Pope has reached out to Fland, who has not ruled out staying at Kentucky
What's Next

Fland is actively considering recruitment pitches and has not ruled out the possibility of staying at Kentucky under new head coach Mark Pope, although he has requested to be released from his National Letter of Intent.

Bottom Line

Boogie Fland's decision to request a release from his NLI with Kentucky signifies the uncertainty surrounding the program following the departure of head coach John Calipari, with potential implications for the team's recruiting and future prospects.