Nathan Legagnoux '21 Recruiting Profile

I have grown up in a unique perspective both in sports and culture as I am half American and half French. I have lived my whole life in France but spend several months each year in the USA where I have attended basketball camps and worked with different coaches. This has given me a unique insight into the game; the very physical style of basketball played in the US versus the technical style played in France. I hope to apply the different strengths I have learned from each perspective to continue to improve my game, personally and for my team.

I am a technically solid shooter and I work hard on improving my technique with positioning, footwork and the constant striving for a faster yet accurate release. I have been the go-to shooter on my team each year and have earned much playing time. Coaches also put me in play at the last minute during close games as I can perform under pressure, get open and make my shot.  I have also been the best free-throw shooter on my team. Over the years I have struggled with driving and finishing at the rim with contact, but I have worked hard to develop my physique and this has greatly improved my driving and finishing as well as making me into a much stronger defender.

I am looking for an academic and sports program that will challenge me. I feel I am a good fit for a university basketball program and have many strengths to bring to help advance the program. I am a good shooter and passer and I have a great vision for the game.  This allows me not only to score but to be strong on assists.  I have developed leadership abilities, a hard work ethic and the ability to adapt quickly to different situations. I do not hide from defeat, but rather try to rise to the challenge.