Utah Valley Signs Layton Christian Standout Omar Mowafak

OREM—Utah Valley University men's basketball head coach Todd Phillips has announced the signing of Omar Mowafak, who will join the Wolverines for the upcoming season. Mowafak, a 6-foot-8 forward from Cairo, Egypt, comes to Utah Valley after playing at Layton Christian Academy in Utah. He brings versatility and size to the Wolverine frontcourt with the ability to play multiple positions. "Omar is a big, strong kid who doesn't look like a freshman. He has a college-ready body," said Phillips. "He played against some of the best teams in the country this year and looked really good. We love his ability...