Highly-rated Bellaire (Houston, TX) power forward John Clark announced his commitment to the Texas Longhorns. The four-star prospect, standing at 6-foot-9 and 230 pounds, chose the Longhorns over offers from Houston, Texas A&M, and Kansas, according to a Nov. 1 report from On3.
Clark’s commitment gives Texas an elite talent with significant upside in the front court, providing athleticism, versatility, and a powerful inside presence. Ranked No. 35 in the nation for the 2025 class by the On3 Industry Ranking, Clark is also rated as the eighth-best power forward and the third-highest recruit from Texas.
Projections from On3 had Clark slight interest in Houston, Texas A&M and Oklahoma. He also had an offer from LSU that he was projected unlike to take. Ultimately the Longhorns were the right choice for him. He will join the Longhorns in their second season as Southeastern conference members, his decision was fueled by the atmosphere and feel of the program.
BREAKING: 2025 Top-35 recruit John Clark has committed to Texas, he tells @On3Recruits.
The 6-9 Power Forward and Houston native chose the Longhorns over Kansas, Texas A&M, and Houston.
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“The school felt like home more than any of the other schools recruiting me. The coaches, players, the alum and the campus are things that I want to be a part of.”
Clark had multiple visits to Texas, including an official trip in September. He told 247 Sports earlier that strong connections with the coaching staff and the proximity to home as key factors in his decision to join the Longhorns.
Clark’s long-term potential under Terry’s guidance with the Longhorns is exceptionally promising. His athletic profile, combined with his two-way versatility, positions him as a key contributor for Texas in the years to come. Clark’s size, skill, and defensive agility offer the Longhorns a dynamic front court presence capable of impacting the game on both ends.