On Lalanne:
Lalanne joins the Minutemen after becoming eligible per NCAA rules after attending UMass during the 2010-11 season ... Brings size and skill to the post ... Tremendious rebounder and defensive presence.
AS A FRESHMAN IN 2011-12:
• Atlantic 10 Preseason All-Rookie Team. • Scored seven points, grabbed five rebounds and two blocks vs. Northeastern (11/14). • Scored six points grabbed four boards, and blocked a shot in his first collegiate debut vs. Elon (11/11).
Before UMass:
Played three years of varsity basketball at Oak Ridge High School in Orlando, Fla. ... The Pioneers amassed a record of 62-24 in his three seasons, including a 24-8 record as a senior in 2009-10, leading the team to a league title ... Was named first team All-League and Player of the Year his senior year after taking second team honors as a junior ... Set the Oak Ridge school record for double-doubles ... Averaged 21 points, 13 rebounds, 4 blocks, and 3 assists per game as a senior ... Averaged 17 points, 14 rebounds, and 5 blocks per game as a junior ... Also played football in high school ... Played AAU ball for the Florida Rams ... Enjoyed a highly successful 2009 AAU season that drew recruiting attention nationally ... Was ranked No. 21 center prospect and No. 33 power forward prospect nationally by Scout.com online recruiting service.
Personal:
Cady Lalanne ... Born April 22, 1992 in St. Martin ... Son of Bertha Lalanne.
