"Colin and SSU are great fits," states Bears' Head Coach Jeff Hamilton. "He is a super young man who has the talent and work ethic to excel at the next level. He immediately gives us additional size and athleticism in the post. Colin played AAU with Jacob Ison and will give us two dynamic bigs who can step in and play immediately."

Kennedy is four-year letterman in basketball at Chesapeake High School. As a senior he helped guide the Panthers to a 23-2 record as he averaged over 12 points and nine rebounds per game. He also shot 82% from the charity strip. As a junior, the Panthers went 21-5 and Kennedy averaged 10 points and eight rebounds a game.

"I'm very excited to have the opportunity to work with Colin. He comes from a great high school program where Coach Davis does a tremendous job preparing high school athletes for the demands of college around a winning and successful environment."

Shawnee State competes in the Mid-South Conference. During the 2010-2011 season the Bears compiled a season record of 9-21.

Farley is a four-year letter winner in basketball. From the point guard position he averaged over 14 points, six assists and four rebounds as a senior. He was named an Kentucky/Virginia All-Star his senior year and East Kentucky All-Star his junior and senior seasons. Farley was also named the Heart of Champions Tournament Most Valuable Player. 

"Tyler is another great addition to this year's recruiting class," says SSU Head Coach Jeff Hamilton. "He is an excellent shooter and has played both guard positions in high school which will be very beneficial making the transition to college. He will provide depth as a freshman who has the toughness and strength to compete with our returners."

Farley also letter four years in football and was named All-EKC, All-Area and All-District twice.

Shawnee State competes in the Mid-South Conference. During the 2010-2011 season the Bears compiled a season record of 9-21.

Pictured: Tyler Farley with parents Bill and Lisa Farley

"Terrence has great potential for the Bears," says Bears' Head Coach Jeff Hamilton. "He really elevates on his jump shot and has the quickness to play at this level."

Smith was a four-year letter winner in basketball for the Lions. As point guard, he averaged over 16 points per game as a senior. During his junior year he averaged over 15 points.

"He will have to make the adjustment to how physical the game is and playing strictly at the point. He has overcome a lot of adversity to make it here and I expect him to work hard to make himself an excellent collegiate basketball player. We have added a super young man to our program!" remarks Hamilton.

Shawnee State competes in the Mid-South Conference. During the 2010-2011 season the Bears compiled a season record of 9-21.

Front Row L to R: Father Larry Smith, Mother Dreama Smith, and Terrence Smith. Back Row l to r:  LCHS Assistant Coach Bo Silvey, LCHS Head Coach Joe Hampton, Shawnee State University Bears Coach Jeff Hamilton

Cox was a four-year power forward for the Lions under Head Coach Matt Carson and averaged double-figures each year. As a junior he averaged over 22 points a game. During his senior campaign his averaged over 18 points and eight rebounds per contest.

"Chris is a great addition to our recruiting class," states SSU Head Coach Jeff Hamilton. "His versatility and athleticism will allow him to step in and contribute immediately. As he matures and fills into his frame, we expect big things for him. He has a good feel for the game and a knack for scoring and rebounding. We are really excited for the opportunity to work with him and expand his game."

Shawnee State competes in the Mid-South Conference. During the 2010-2011 season the Bears compiled a season record of 9-21.

Ison a three-year letterwinner in basketball has helped guide the Lions to records of 33-3 as a sophomore and 20-8 as a junior.  As a senior, the Lions have accumulated a record of 17-9 including defeating Fleming County in the opening round of the 16th Region Tournament to advance. 

As a junior, he earned all-district, all-region, all-area recognition as well as being named to the All "A" Classic All-Tournament Team as he averaged a double-double, 15 points and 12 rebounds.  As a senior he averages 19 points, 11 rebounds, two assist and two blocks per game. 

Shawnee State competes in the Mid-South Conference.  During the 2010-2011 season the Bears compiled a season record of 9-21.