The Wolverines beat out a Who’s Who of other big-time programs for the 6-foot-6, 200-pound Battle, including Duke, Syracuse, Kentucky, Louisville and Ohio State.
Initially, a pre-recorded video in which Washington said he had committed to Florida was released, but at his news conference Washington chose Syracuse.
Forward Moustapha Diagne registered 18 points and 14 rebounds Friday night to lead Pope John to a convincing 76-47 win over Hackettstown in the Hunterdon boys basketball title game at Vernon High School.
Moustapha Diagne led all scorers with 16 points and rebounds for Pope John. Rodriguez, who got the tip-in off a Ray Montilus miss, finished with 12 points and 12 boards.