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Arizona Basketball adds Kerr Kriisa to 2020 Recruiting Class

By Eric Townsend

TUCSON, AZ - NOVEMBER 21: Arizona Wildcats mascot Wilbur T. Wildcat performs at center court before the start of the NCAA college basketball game between the Arizona Wildcats and the Northern Colorado Bears at McKale Center on November 21, 2016 in Tucson, Arizona. The Wildcats beat the Bears 71-55. (Photo by Chris Coduto/Getty Images)
TUCSON, AZ - NOVEMBER 21: Arizona Wildcats mascot Wilbur T. Wildcat performs at center court before the start of the NCAA college basketball game between the Arizona Wildcats and the Northern Colorado Bears at McKale Center on November 21, 2016 in Tucson, Arizona. The Wildcats beat the Bears 71-55. (Photo by Chris Coduto/Getty Images) /
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You wanted more players? You got your wish as the Arizona Basketball team adds Estonian guard, Kerr Kriisa to the 2020 Recruiting Class.

Patience. It’s what all of us Arizona Basketball fans were needing, especially as we were looking for more recruiting answers. Well, the Wildcats are answering them for us, as one of the Top European prospects in Kerr Kriisa is coming for 2020.

Making news via social media on Saturday morning was the commitment and signing of Kriisa as the Estonian guard officially will join the Wildcats!

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I know the name doesn’t ring a bell just yet, but please, do yourself a favor a get to know this kid quickly!

First, we know he’s going to be popular among fans just by having a name like Kerr. Beyond that he’s a special talent.

Hailing all the way from Tartu, Estonia, Kerr stands about 6-feet-2-inches and around 165 pounds. A bit of a wiry guard, Kerr played for Žalgiris Kaunas II this past season, and did some amazing things.

Reportedly averaging 14.8 points and 6.0 assists per game according to ESPN in the Lithuanian NKL, Kriisa is a crafty guard who can score, shoot, distribute the ball and plays the game with a high IQ.

Kerr is considered to be one of the best international prospects, and comes in with a lot of experience, having played significant minutes in the Euroleague.

Kriisa even played in the 2019 FIBA U18 Tournament last summer, and averaged 14 points, 4.5 rebounds and 4.3 assists.

Just from his highlights, here are a few things I like!

  • Kerr looks quick with the basketball
  • Has a good shooting touch, being comfortable in shooting off a catch, or off the dribble
  • Plays with poise and confidence
  • Can score in numerous ways, whether it’s around the rim or even extending out to midrange.
  • Also he’s a great passer, able to set his teammates up well

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At Zona Zealots, we’re excited for the addition of Kerr and can’t wait to see him suit up in Tucson! As always, Bear Down, Arizona!

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