ReRank Breakdown: 2012 Houston Recruiting Class

The Houston Cougars' 2012 recruiting class displayed a mixed bag of outcomes relative to their original rankings. With a class ranked 62nd overall and a slight improvement to 56th in the S2S re-rank, the expectations for this group were moderate. The blue chip percentage stands at 8%, indicating a reliance on lower-ranked prospects rather than elite talent.
Among the 24 recruits, several players emerged as key contributors and starters, particularly those who were unranked or ranked lower. The presence of multiple All Conference selections, including Deontay Greenberry and Trevon Stewart, highlights a successful development at the program level, suggesting that the coaching staff maximized the potential of its recruits, even those with lower initial rankings.
However, the class also included notable misses, particularly with Deontay Greenberry, who, despite being a highly ranked recruit, only achieved an All Conference designation. This demonstrates that not all expectations were met, particularly for those recruits projected to make a significant impact immediately.

Overall, the 2012 recruiting class for Houston slightly underperformed relative to expectations. While the S2S rerank improved, it was not substantial enough to suggest a major turnaround in the fortunes of the class. The outcomes indicate a reliance on lower-ranked recruits who developed well, while higher-ranked individuals did not consistently deliver the anticipated results.
In conclusion, while the class produced some strong performers, the mixed results reflect a need for continued evaluation of recruiting strategies to enhance future classes.