Virginia Commonwealth University

QUICK HITS:

· Praised for his ability to clean theclass and block shots on the defensive end
· Knack for affecting the game withouthaving to score a point
· His game has been compared to formerMississippi State star and current member of the Miami Heat JarvisVanardo

PRIOR TO VCU:

· Tuoyo was a major player in the state ofGeorgia and was ranked in the top-20 in the state by many of themajor recruiting services.  He was also ranked as high as 84thnationally.
· Averaged a double-double and earnedAll-State accolades during his senior season.
· As a junior, Tuoyo led his Lovejoy squadto the quarterfinals of the Georgia State 4A playoffs, averaging 12points, 11 rebounds and five blocks per game.  
· Drew recruiting interest from VirginiaTech, Memphis, Richmond and Georgia Tech.

COACH SMART ON JUSTIN:

“Justin is a phenomenal kid with major upside on both ends ofthe floor. His ability to run the floor and block shots make him aunique talent.”