Player: Cooper Bowser
Class: 2023
School: Sunrise Christian PG
Height: 6’10
Over at Sunrise Christian, 2023 6’10 Cooper Bowser has been a name popping up a little bit more these days, as his game and versatility have caught some eyes of college coaches. We spoke recently to him about how his game has improved and his experience at Sunrise, while also talking about his recent visit to Virginia and which other schools have been staying strong with him.
Phenom: How has everything been going basketball-wise for you so far'
Bowser: As far as basketball, everything has been going well at Sunrise Christian, getting better daily and winning with my team.
Phenom: How has it been there and how has it helped you with your game so far'
Bowser: It has been a great experience at Sunrise. It has helped my game by being able to gain strength in the weight room daily and just improving daily at practice or during individual workouts with my coaches on the court.
Phenom: How would you best describe your game'
Bowser: I would describe my game as a versatile stretch 4 who can shoot and defend multiple positions.
Phenom: Saw you recently visited Virginia. How was that for you and what kind of interest have they expressed your way'
Bowser: That visit was amazing. I was able to meet assistant coaches and also tour the campus and see the facilities. Also watch a game and after the game, I was able to sit down and talk to Coach Bennett for 30 minutes, which was great. They expressed interest; I’ve been in contact with Coach Williford who said he likes my skill level and how diverse my game is.
Phenom: How long have you been in touch with them'
Bowser: I would say the past four months.
Phenom: What other schools have you been staying strong with these days' And which schools have offered'
Bowser: The schools I have been in contact with the most would be Virginia, Akron, Virginia Tech, and Boise State. I’ve been offered by Howard, Jacksonville State, North Carolina A&T, and LUI Brooklyn.
Phenom: Did UVA or any other schools that haven’t offered mention anything about their interest in offering you down the road'
Bowser: I have stated to programs with interest that I will sign in the late signing period, so they will be able to build a connection with me and just take it from there.
Phenom: Any other schools you have visited'
Bowser: I also visited Virginia Tech and George Washington unofficially, and Texas A&M. George Washington was a great visit. I was able to talk to and meet the whole staff, tour the campus, and talk about how I could fit into their program. Virginia Tech was great; I was able to tour the campus, see the facility, and have breakfast with Coach Jones and Coach Webster. Texas A&M was also great. I was able to watch a practice and tour the facilities.
Phenom: Any other visits scheduled'
Bowser: None scheduled.
Phenom: Curious about what you think you could provide to a program with your game'
Bowser: I think I could provide a defensive presence and versatility, being able to play the 4 r the 5 at the next level.
