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MILWAUKEE (May 20, 2016) – Milwaukee men's basketball coach LaVall Jordan announced today that Zac Saddler (New Braunfels, Texas/New Braunfels), Jeremiah Bell (Louisville, Ky./Boyle County/Vincennes) and Cameron Harvey (Naperville, Ill./Wheaton Academy/Stetson) and will join the Panthers' program for the 2016-17 season.
Saddler will have four years of eligibility with the Panthers, while Bell will have three seasons of eligibility remaining. Harvey is a graduate transfer from Stetson University and will be eligible immediately.
Zac Saddler ( G/F, 6-6 New Braunfels, Texas/ New Braunfels
A versatile swingman, who at 6-foot-6, has exceptional length, Saddler averaged 14.1 points, 7.8 rebounds and 1.7 assists per game at New Braunfels High School in 2015-16, while helping the Unicorns to a 26-11 record.
As a senior at New Braunfels High School, led the Unicorns to a 26-11 overall record by averaging 14.1 points, 7.8 rebounds and 1.7 assists per game … Knocked down 44.9 percent (157-for-349) of his field goal attempts and 74.6 percent (156-for-209) of his free throw tries in 2015-16 … Named academic all-district and academic all-state … Participated in the Hill Country All-Star Game and the San Antonio Basketball Coaches Association All-Star Game … Collected first team all-district recognition … Scored over 1,000 points in his prep career and graduated as New Braunfels High School's career leader in blocks (89) and rebounds … During his junior campaign, recorded 20.4 ppg, 6.2 rpg and 2.8 apg and garnered first team all-district and all-region honors.
LaVall Jordan on Saddler: "Zac brings an approach to everything he does that we love. He has a great passion to both improve his game and help his team win. His length and versatility on the court will be a welcome addition to our program. Zac comes from a great family and is a quality young man and exceptional student, who we are excited to welcome to the Panther family."
Jeremiah Bell (G, 6-0, Louisville, Ky./ Boyle County/Vincennes
A natural leader, Bell has the ability to score and distribute the basketball. During his only season at Vincennes University in 2015-16, the 6-foot guard put up 14.3 points and 4.2 assists per game as the Trailblazers went 26-8 overall.
Playing at Vincennes University in 2015-16, helped the Trailblazers to a 26-8 overall record … Averaged team bests of 14.3 points and 4.2 assists per game to go with 3.2 rebounds per contest … Connected on 39.4 percent (67-for-170) of his attempts from beyond the arc and 76 percent (130-for-171) of his charity tosses … Dropped in a season-high 35 points in a victory over John A. Logan on Dec. 12, 2015 … As a senior at Boyle County High School, put up 21.2 ppg and 6.4 rpg … Earned all-area accolades and helped the Rebels to a school-record 28 wins in 2014-15 … Led the program to its first-ever appearance in the state tournament semifinals.
LaVall Jordan on Bell: "Jeremiah has a strong family foundation and is very business-like in his approach. He has natural leadership qualities that are very noticeable from the moment you meet him. A true team player, Jeremiah can create opportunities both for himself and for others."
Cameron Harvey ( G, 6-3, Naperville, Ill/Wheaton Academy/Stetson)
An experienced guard, who possesses tremendous athleticism and strength, Harvey comes to Milwaukee after playing the last two seasons at Stetson University. Last season, he knocked down shots at a 36.3 percent clip from beyond the arc, while starting all 34 games for the Hatters.
Played the last two seasons at Stetson University and in 2015-16, averaged 5.9 points and 1.3 rebounds per game, while shooting 36.3 percent (41-for-113) from three-point range … Scored in double figures on nine occasions this season, including a 17-point effort against Richmond … Started all 34 games for the Hatters in 2015-16 … In 2014-15, scored in double digits six times and started 21 contests … Was named Atlantic Sun Conference Newcomer of the Week after going 6-for-6 from beyond the arc en route to a career-best 22 points versus Palm Beach Atlantic … Played the 2012-13 season at Eastern Illinois and saw time in 31 games off the bench … Averaged 16.5 ppg and 3.6 rpg en route to Illinois Basketball Association Fourth Team All-State accolades as a senior at Wheaton Academy.
LaVall Jordan on Harvey : "Cameron adds an infectious energy both on the court and in the locker room. Having already had substantial playing experience at the Division I level, his leadership will be impactful. Cameron's strength, athleticism and ability to knock down shots will be valued greatly."
MILWAUKEE (May 20, 2016) – Milwaukee men's basketball coach LaVall Jordan announced today that Zac Saddler (New Braunfels, Texas/New Braunfels), Jeremiah Bell (Louisville, Ky./Boyle County/Vincennes) and Cameron Harvey (Naperville, Ill./Wheaton Academy/Stetson) and will join the Panthers' program for the 2016-17 season.
Saddler will have four years of eligibility with the Panthers, while Bell will have three seasons of eligibility remaining. Harvey is a graduate transfer from Stetson University and will be eligible immediately.
Zac Saddler ( G/F, 6-6 New Braunfels, Texas/ New Braunfels
A versatile swingman, who at 6-foot-6, has exceptional length, Saddler averaged 14.1 points, 7.8 rebounds and 1.7 assists per game at New Braunfels High School in 2015-16, while helping the Unicorns to a 26-11 record.
As a senior at New Braunfels High School, led the Unicorns to a 26-11 overall record by averaging 14.1 points, 7.8 rebounds and 1.7 assists per game … Knocked down 44.9 percent (157-for-349) of his field goal attempts and 74.6 percent (156-for-209) of his free throw tries in 2015-16 … Named academic all-district and academic all-state … Participated in the Hill Country All-Star Game and the San Antonio Basketball Coaches Association All-Star Game … Collected first team all-district recognition … Scored over 1,000 points in his prep career and graduated as New Braunfels High School's career leader in blocks (89) and rebounds … During his junior campaign, recorded 20.4 ppg, 6.2 rpg and 2.8 apg and garnered first team all-district and all-region honors.
LaVall Jordan on Saddler: "Zac brings an approach to everything he does that we love. He has a great passion to both improve his game and help his team win. His length and versatility on the court will be a welcome addition to our program. Zac comes from a great family and is a quality young man and exceptional student, who we are excited to welcome to the Panther family."
Jeremiah Bell (G, 6-0, Louisville, Ky./ Boyle County/Vincennes
A natural leader, Bell has the ability to score and distribute the basketball. During his only season at Vincennes University in 2015-16, the 6-foot guard put up 14.3 points and 4.2 assists per game as the Trailblazers went 26-8 overall.
Playing at Vincennes University in 2015-16, helped the Trailblazers to a 26-8 overall record … Averaged team bests of 14.3 points and 4.2 assists per game to go with 3.2 rebounds per contest … Connected on 39.4 percent (67-for-170) of his attempts from beyond the arc and 76 percent (130-for-171) of his charity tosses … Dropped in a season-high 35 points in a victory over John A. Logan on Dec. 12, 2015 … As a senior at Boyle County High School, put up 21.2 ppg and 6.4 rpg … Earned all-area accolades and helped the Rebels to a school-record 28 wins in 2014-15 … Led the program to its first-ever appearance in the state tournament semifinals.
LaVall Jordan on Bell: "Jeremiah has a strong family foundation and is very business-like in his approach. He has natural leadership qualities that are very noticeable from the moment you meet him. A true team player, Jeremiah can create opportunities both for himself and for others."
Cameron Harvey ( G, 6-3, Naperville, Ill/Wheaton Academy/Stetson)
An experienced guard, who possesses tremendous athleticism and strength, Harvey comes to Milwaukee after playing the last two seasons at Stetson University. Last season, he knocked down shots at a 36.3 percent clip from beyond the arc, while starting all 34 games for the Hatters.
Played the last two seasons at Stetson University and in 2015-16, averaged 5.9 points and 1.3 rebounds per game, while shooting 36.3 percent (41-for-113) from three-point range … Scored in double figures on nine occasions this season, including a 17-point effort against Richmond … Started all 34 games for the Hatters in 2015-16 … In 2014-15, scored in double digits six times and started 21 contests … Was named Atlantic Sun Conference Newcomer of the Week after going 6-for-6 from beyond the arc en route to a career-best 22 points versus Palm Beach Atlantic … Played the 2012-13 season at Eastern Illinois and saw time in 31 games off the bench … Averaged 16.5 ppg and 3.6 rpg en route to Illinois Basketball Association Fourth Team All-State accolades as a senior at Wheaton Academy.
LaVall Jordan on Harvey : "Cameron adds an infectious energy both on the court and in the locker room. Having already had substantial playing experience at the Division I level, his leadership will be impactful. Cameron's strength, athleticism and ability to knock down shots will be valued greatly."