Although playing time could be scarce for him this season, the addition of 6-3 freshman Rob Lowry must also be counted as a definite plus for the Dons. Given his superb leaping ability, Lowry will bring additional rebounding strength to the Dons back court.
The USF Athletic Department announced last week that four new recruits had signed their letters of intent to play basketball for the University's 1982-1983 season, but next year's team is not set yet, as rumors have spread throughout the University that four players from the Don's Basketball squad are considering transferring from the university next year. The four, all freshmen, are John Martens and Mike Matheson, Rob Lowry and Farley Gates, and were rumored to be considering leaving the university next year, a source close to the team told the Foghorn (TheFoghorn).