Stepinac's Boogie Fland has committed to play for John Calipari at Arkansas after the hall-of-fame coach's move from Kentucky, citing the coach's influence on backcourt standouts going to the NBA as a key factor.

By the Numbers
  • Boogie Fland averaged 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
  • Boogie Fland took an official visit to Arkansas and signed a National Letter of Intent.
  • Arkansas had one player on the roster when Calipari was introduced but has now received commitments from three players, including another former UK recruit Carter Knox.
  • Fland is set to return to campus in June, and he expressed trust in Calipari's leadership.
Bottom Line

Boogie Fland's decision to follow John Calipari to Arkansas highlights the coach's significant influence on the player, as well as the impact of the coaching change on the Razorbacks' recruitment efforts.