Nov. 3, 2008

COLLEGE PARK, Md. - The NCAA Clearinghouse has ruled Jin Soo Kim eligible for the 2008-09 men's basketball season, head coach Gary Williams announced Monday.

The 6-foot-8 freshman forward from South Kent, Conn., will begin practice with the team on Wednesday, Williams said.

""The Maryland basketball team is very happy for Jin Soo," said Williams.