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South Oldham's Jo Griffin

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Oldham County will continue to have a presence on Louisville's basketball roster after David Levitch leaves.

South Oldham senior guard Jo Griffin announced Saturday morning on his Twitter account that he had accepted a walk-on offer from coach Rick Pitino and the Louisville Cardinals.

"I am excited to say that I have accepted a preferred walk-on spot to the University of Louisville," Griffin wrote in his post. "I would like to thank all my family. coaches and teammates. I wouldn't be in the position I am without them."

After helping lead South Oldham to the Kentucky Sweet 16 tournament last year as one of six players averaging double-figure scoring, Griffin has improved offensively this season, leading the Dragons with 21.4 points and 4.5 rebounds per game.

Griffin became the school's second-leading scorer earlier this season, and on Feb. 7 scored 32 points in a win over Eminence in front of Pitino. Shortly after, Pitino reportedly offered Griffin the walk-on spot.
 
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Good deal. Always love hearing these success stories regarding the local kids. Glad he accepted the preferred walk on spot!
 
Love seeing local kids get a shot. I wish we could find a couple to replace Dom and Willis this year.
 
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