"Jon
is an outstanding individual.
He should earn significant playing
time as the season progresses.
His shooting ability is a major plus
on this year's squad. He's been a
Kentucky fan his whole life and no
one works harder than he does." - John Calipari
High School
Averaged 29.4 points, 12.9 rebounds, 3.3 assists and 3.1 blocked shots per
game his
senior season ... Posted 18 double-doubles in 22 games as a senior ... Named
2009
Kentucky Mr. Basketball ... 2009 Gatorade Kentucky Player of the Year ... Participated
in the 2009 Wazoo Sports Derby Festival Basketball Classic, where he scored
13
points... Averaged 29.4 points, 12.9 rebounds, 3.3 assists and 3.1 blocked
shots as a
junior... Ranked the 40th best recruit by Rivals.com.
Personal
Son of Brian and Kelly Hood ... Chose UK over Ole Miss, Tennessee and
Georgia
