Each and every time Phenom Hoop Report gets to report or sees a commitment from a player we have seen over the years, it is always a fantastic day. It is great to see players achieve their goal to play at the next level and it is such a great accomplishment for that player.
Here is the latest commitment.
Player: Wesley Johnson
Class: 2022
Committed to: Campbell
What Was Said by Phenom Hoops:
“He’s shown consistent growth over the last calendar year, but Johnson could easily take his game to another level upon learning the nuances of the college game. He finishes, rebounds, blocks shots, and runs the floor properly in transition. Johnson is comfortable at finishing from the block but can also knock down perimeter jumpers at a nice clip. Expect him to emerge as a useful contributor at the next level.”
“Going back to the introduction paragraph, Johnson is a perfect example of someone who, in a normal year of recruiting, would’ve never been uncommitted for this long. Why' Because legit seven-footers with length, mobility, and a willingness to play hard are simply uncommon. Before, countless schools would’ve been falling over themselves to try and vie for their place within his recruitment. Instead, Johnson is left with his lone Austin Peay offer (from October) trying to anticipate whether more programs will get involved. He’s always been a useful two-way piece, but it feels like he’s only going to get better over the coming years. With continued emphasis on strength and athleticism, Johnson has all the tools to be a difference-maker for a variety of programs at the next level.”
“Johnson is a player with great size and knows how to use it in the paint, as well as on the perimeter. When he’s inside, he battles for boards and second-chance points using his long wingspan and towering height. He’s really good in catch-and-shoot scenarios and with the high release that he has, it makes it difficult for defenders to block.”
“Another Prospect on this Garner Road team that really caught my eye was Wesley Johnson. Although Maslow was the more “finesse” prospect, Johnson did a great job of doing the dirty work for his team on the boards and running the floor. Moreover, Johnson did not shoot the lights out, but he showed with his solid mechanics that he is able to stretch the floor at 7 feet, which would make him a solid addition to many college programs and it would open up a lot of driving opportunities for him as he gets better at putting the ball on the deck over time.”