Robert Wheeler '19 Recruiting Profile

     Hello!  When I attend college, I want to pursue my degree in communications.  I have a passion for sharing ideas and information on everything from sports to life.  Learning how to translate this into a field I can pursue is something I am extremely interested in.  I would be an excellent candidate for your team for several key reasons:

1. I have heart and I encourage my teammates to leave everything on the floor as well.
2. Bringing strong defense to every game is a major goal I set for myself.  
3. As a point guard , knowing when I need to get others involved and when to lead by example is something I strive to achieve every time I step on the court.

     As for what makes me different from other recruits, regarding character I believe in pumping-up my teammates no matter what, even in those tough moments when the game is not looking good.  I refuse to be discouraged or let my team remain discouraged, and will do whatever is needed to provide a spark, or pep-talk about what it will take for us to win.    

    Another thing which makes me a stand-out among my peers is my dogmatic defense.  No matter what size the player is, I approach them with the mindset that you are not getting past me, and my coaches have relied on me for results.  As for offense, on the teams I have been a part of, I am relied on as a go-to-scorer.

   Finally, regarding academics, I am taking some of the most rigorous classes offered to high school students.  My course load includes AP and honors classes.  In addition, I have maintained an A average since I began taking high school classes in 8th grade.

   Basketball is my passion, and I look forward to playing at the college level and hopefully beyond.