Steffphon Pettigrew, the standout basketball player from Elizabethtown High School, has set a firm deadline for the University of Kentucky (UK) to make him a scholarship offer. After months of speculation and uncertainty, Pettigrew has grown tired of waiting and has given the Wildcats until Thursday to make their decision. Pettigrew has been a dominant force on the court, averaging an impressive 33.6 points and 13.3 rebounds per game this season. Despite his strong performance, UK’s coach Billy Gillispie has yet to extend an official offer, leaving Pettigrew and his family in limbo.
In a recent conversation with his mother, Pettigrew decided that if he doesn’t hear from UK by Thursday, he will move on and focus on other schools that have shown interest in him, including Saint Louis University, Xavier University, Duquesne, and Western Kentucky.
What Pettigrew Said?
Reporter: What’s driving your decision to set a deadline?
Pettigrew: We just want to get this over with. I’m tired of hearing about what might happen.
R: Have you spoken to Coach Gillispie since Sunday?
P: No, not since our workout. He says he needs to see more film, but we want to know now.
R: If UK does make an offer, will you accept it?
P: I’ll consider it like any other offer. It’s not a done deal.
R: What other schools are you considering?
P Saint Louis, Xavier, Duquesne, and Western Kentucky. I’m visiting Saint Louis this weekend.
R: What are you looking for in a college?
P: A good business program, good teammates, and a coach who will let me play if I work hard.
R: Are you participating in the Kentucky All-Star tryouts?
P: Yes, even though I’m guaranteed a spot, I want to take part in tryouts.
A Bargain?
As Pettigrew’s deadline approaches, the basketball community eagerly awaits UK’s response. For Pettigrew, the decision is about finding the right fit for his future, both on and off the court.