Jerome Hill leaving Gardner-Webb to turn pro

Jerome Hill decided to forgo his final year with Gardner-Webb to turn pro.

Hill is averaging 18.9 points, 10.1 rebounds and 2.2 assists per game in his junior year in NCAA.
Hill collected 17 double doubles this season with the Bulldogs.

Hill issued a statement to Mid-Major Madness on his move (via Midmajormadness):
"I want to thank God because if it wasn't for him I wouldn't be in this situation. He gets all the glory.
"I'm going back to finish my last year of college to get my degree, or I'm going to do it online. My college coach [Tim Craft] agreed he will help me do that so I'll have my degree.
"I had a blast at Gardner-Webb University: I set records, I accomplished a lot of goals, and I wish my teammates the best of luck next year: Harold, Tyrel, David, Lhassane, Brandon, John, Adonis and Dylan. It's just my time to do what's best for me and my family. I know I can compete at any level so whatever curveball the pros throw at me I'll be ready for it that's for sure.
"I'm going to bust my behind this summer so I can be the best at my position since I'm moving to the 3. It's nothing new though. I handled the ball a lot in AAU and high school. I was really recruited as a 3, but things changed. I'm the type of player that will do anything to help my team win.
"I have the right people in my corner and I know for a fact that I'm going to be successful through God's will as long as I'm healthy and living. If I fail it's on me -- nobody else -- but I don't have the thought of failing any time soon. I'm a winner and I always will be.
"I thank God everyday for every opportunity and every blessing. Most people would die to be in my position. God is good, man.
"I also want to thank my coaching staff -- coach Paul, coach Luther, coach Beasley, and coach Craft -- for believing in me and helping me. I also want to thank the managers that took the time to work me out and rebound for me.
"It's just something I have to do and I'm going for it. Failing is not an option."