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Frolov fills Razorbacks’ gap at center
Russian center Ilia Frolov has signed with Arkansas. ESPN Recruiting Director Paul Biancardi was first to report the news.
“It was an amazing visit. Coach Calipari and the staff made me feel welcomed and comfortable. Coach Cal can teach me a lot about the game, and I will do whatever it takes to help him win.”
Frolov is a 6-foot-11, 225-pounder with potential to lead the Arkansas front court during the upcoming 2026-27 season, as he averaged 13.5 points, 7.4 rebounds, 1.1 steals, and 1.0 assists for Real Madrid’s U22 team. He shot an effective 36.1% from three-point range 84.6% from the free throw line. Frolov is also a member of the Russian National Team.
Frolov began his visit to Fayetteville on Tuesday, June 16, including an evaluation from the Razorbacks’ staff. He will join a Razorback front court that already includes Finnish forward Miikka Muurinen, Furman transfer Cooper Bowser, and former four-star Maper Maker.
Frolov pledged to the Razorbacks on his 18th birthday.
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