Checking in on Keenan Carter

One of Virginia’s key signees last season, Fork Union defensive tackle Keenan Carter did not meet NCAA eligibility standards, and thus had to prep one year at Fork Union Military Academy.

Over the summer, Carter, who usually goes around 6-1 and 300 pounds, ballooned to around 390 before the start of the Fork Union semester. Well, nearly one year after originially signing with Virginia, the young man is turning things around both academically and athletically.

Over the Christmas break, Carter received his December SAT scores and, according to FUMA coach John Shuman, is well on his way to finally becoming a Cavalier.

“Keenan has gotten a great score from his December SAT’s – a great score,” said an excited John Shuman. “I tell you we feel very comfortable right now about Keenan [qualifying for NCAA eligibility]. Now we just have to get everything to the NCAA Clearinghouse, but I think everything will be fine.”

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