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Harv & Roy's recruiting updates

We also find it interesting that sources close to the recruitment of 6'7 class of 2011 forward Mike Shaw from De LaSalle Institute in Chicago have told us that Shaw's family, particularly his older brother, is trying to take more control of his recruitment. Consequently, a definite power struggle exists between the family and those who are currently the most influential powers behind Shaw's recruitment (the same powers who are in charge of Blackshear's recruitment). Shaw plays on the same traveling team as Blackshear and is also one of the top ranked prospects in the state from the 2011 class. Assuming that the handlers don't get what they are looking for when it comes to either Blackshear or Shaw, don't be surprised if Blackshear remains a Louisville recruit when the dust clears. That is why we continue to stand by our belief that the alleged package deal that is being sought for Blackshear and Shaw will not take place.

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