Coach Sanderson says: "Josh is long and athletic. He fits in perfect with us. I think he will be a better college player than a high school player. He is a very, very intelligent player. He is a very good decision-maker."

High School: Averaged 17 points, 6 rebounds, 5 assists, and 3 steals per game during senior year at David Lipscomb High School in Nashville, Tennessee ... Selected to the All-District team in 2006 and 2007 ... Selected to the All-Region team in 2005 and 2006 ... Nominated for the McDonald's All-American Team ... Most Valuable Player of the Battle for the State Tournament ... Scored 28 points against Brentwood Academy in the Battle for the State Tournament Championship game.

Personal: Son of Kaye and Steve Slater ... has one sister, Chandler ... born March 26, 1989 ... Major is undecided.