Panthers Add JT Elder

Eastern Illinois men's basketball coach Marty Simmons has added another piece to next year's Panthers roster with the addition of guard JT Elder. Elder (6'7", 200) played last season at Eastern Arizona College helping the team post a 29-4 record and appearance in the District Championship game. Elder averaged 11.2 points and 4.8 rebounds per game last season earning second team All-Conference honors in the Arizona Community College Athletic Conference. He posted 22 double figure scoring games for the year while shooting 53.2 percent from the field. "We are thrilled to add JT to our program. He brings a versatility...