CORNELIUS VINES COMMITS TO HOFSTRA

After playing two seasons for Iowa Lakes Community College, Cornelius Vines has decided to continue his basketball and academic career at Hofstra University in Hempstead, New York.

Vines, a 6’2” guard from Syracuse, New York, had a very productive career. He averaged 17.6 points, four rebounds and three assists in two seasons for the Lakers. He led Iowa Lakes to a 21-10 overall record and a 9 - 5 record in regional play this season. At the conclusion of the season, Corn was named and NJCAA 3rd team All American as well as being named 1st team All Iowa Community College Athletic Conference.

“Cornelius had a very productive two years at Iowa Lakes. He is a very talented basketball player,” said Coach Troy Larson. “If he works hard and continues to improve he should be able to contribute at the Division I level.”

At Hofstra, Vines will play for Coach Tom Pecora and will look to make an impact in the Colonial Athletic Association at the NCAA Division I level.

 

Cornelius Vines