2026 Cole Cloer from Orange High School comes in as one of the top prospects not only in the state but also nationally ranked. Cloer is coming off a tremendous freshman season and is looking to lead the charge once again, as he has developed and elevated his game even more. Which is why schools from all over the country are already offering him.
We caught up with Cloer to talk about his focus heading into the upcoming season, how his game has developed over the last year, more about his game, and the latest in his recruitment. Schools like Wake Forest, NC State, Iowa, and most recently Tennessee have offered, but several other schools have been expressing interest his way. He breaks it all down with Phenom Hoops.
Phenom: Wanted to first ask you about the upcoming season. What are your thoughts early on of what you have seen with your team'
Cloer: There is a lot of excitement around us. We are all together and have high energy, as well as high expectations for this year. Last year, we finished 17-10 but we could have finished better. But I feel like there is a lot of excitement and our guys have gotten better. We are a young team, but we are ready to start playing.
Phenom: You had a young core group last year. What does that early experience do for your team, including yourself'
Cloer: It is just another year of experience. We had a lot of freshmen, and it was kind of new to us. But now we have a year under our belt, and I think we are ready.
Phenom: How has your game developed in the last year'
Cloer: I feel like it has matured a lot, more efficient and my body has improved. I feel like I get to my spots more and not let guys determine where I score from. I think the biggest difference is my body.
Phenom: How would you describe your game to people who haven
