Q&A with Solomon Tat

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TheSabre.com caught up with Solomon Tat , the 6-5, 225-pound guard out of Community Christian (Stockbridge, GA), for a Q&A last night. Tat, who yesterday became Virginia’s second verbal commitment for the 2006 class when he announced for Virginia over Georgia, answered questions on his decision, Virginia’s coaching staff and players, his game and his expectations for 2006.

As a junior last season, Tat, who is known for his toughness and athleticism, averaged 24 points, 6 boards and 5 assists while playing point guard. He projects as a shooting guard at Virginia.

A native of Nigeria, Tat, who stayed with former Orlando Magic power forward Olumide Oyedeji when he first arrived in the United States, played on the Nigerian national team several years ago. Virginia sophomore center Tunji Soroye played on that team as well.

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