Herd’s Thomas leaves to turn pro overseas

Published 12:32 am Wednesday, May 25, 2011

By Staff Reports

The Associated Press

HUNTINGTON, W.Va. — Marshall University says junior basketball player Johnny Thomas is leaving the school to pursue a pro career abroad.

Head men’s basketball coach Tom Herron announced the news Tuesday.

Email newsletter signup

Thomas played one season for the Thundering Herd after transferring from North Carolina State University. He played in 30 games for Marshall and started 17, averaging 9.1 points per game.

More Marshall University

Marshall withdraws from Independence Bowl

Herd basketball to host Ohio, West Virginia Wesleyan

Marshall names N.C. State defensive coordinator Tony Gibson head coach

Huff leaves Herd for Southern Miss job; Marshall hires Scott as coach

Print Article

SportsPlus

  • Polls

    How closely are you following the U.S. Senate race in Ohio?

    View Results

    Loading ... Loading ...

  • Special Sections