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Former Cat Ron Mercer helping Nashville prospect handle bright lights

Ron Mercer - photo by Tammie Brown | WildcatWorld.com

– photo by Tammie Brown | WildcatWorld.com

Just hours after returning home from 's victory over Mississippi on Tuesday night, was back on the road to do some .  The assistant coach went to Nashville on Wednesday to see , a 6-foot-6 small forward who has become one of the most recruited prospects in the class of 2014.

Christ Presbyterian Academy Coach Drew Maddux said UK has been in frequent contact since last season, but this was the first time anyone from the staff had traveled to the school's campus.

Though Kentucky has yet to offer Lindsey a scholarship, Maddux said his star player will keep the Cats on his list.

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