Oliver Black was a junior at Wingfield High School in Jackson, Miss., about five years ago when he met Wes Flanigan.
But it wasn't until this past summer that Black heard something positive from Flanigan, who is now his head coach at UALR.
"He told me my defense was up to par," said Black, a wide grin spreading across his face. "After five years, I got one -- one good compliment."
The truth is, Flanigan -- set to begin his first season as the Trojans head coach -- can't wait to see the 6-9 forward who transferred from Mississippi State on the floor in a UALR uniform.