ATLANTA, May 26 (UPI) -- Georgia Tech Coach Paul Hewitt said Tuesday guard D'Andre Bell has been cleared by doctors to play his senior year of basketball.
The 6-foot-5 senior from Los Angeles had surgery in December to correct a congenital condition called spinal stenosis. He sat out the 2008-09 season in order to be eligible in 2009-10 if cleared. Bell was allowed to begin strength and conditioning workouts following the 2008-09 season.
"We're happy for D'Andre that his doctors have given him clearance to resume full activity," said Hewitt. "It means a lot to our team to have him back because of the defensive ability, reliable shooting and outstanding leadership he will bring to our group."
Bell, one of the Atlantic Coast Conference's top defenders, visited Dr. Robert Watkins late last week and received his clearance after an examination by the spinal surgeon.
