While some Big East teams are still looking to fill out their 2016 rosters, Butler is already focused on the class of 2017.
The Bulldogs opened their class today with the commitment of 2017 guard Cooper Neese, as reported by the Indianapolis Star's David Woods.
Breaking: Cloverdale's Cooper Neese has committed to #Butler. First recruit in 2017 class.
— David Woods (@DavidWoods007) December 8, 2015
Neese is from Cloverdale, Indiana, a small town about 50 miles southwest of Indianapolis. Neese also held offers from Ball State, Evansville, and Indiana State.