One of the best players that we saw at the Phenom MDC was 2026 Aaron Ekwere from GA Stunners. The 6’6 prospect was able to flourish and show why D1 schools of all levels are looking to recruit him, as he brought a strong blend of playmaking, facilitating, athleticism, scoring impact, and defensive presence. We were able to catch up with Ekwere about some of the latest going on, as he has added some impressive offers as of late. Check out the latest that was said about him and more with his recruitment.
What Was Said at the Event:
“Ekwere is an extremely long, rangy athlete with effortless explosiveness and an impressive frame. At 6-foot-6 with those traits, he’s able to do a ton of different things on the court. Although he’s still tightening things up, Ekwere handles the ball fairly well for his size and displays feel as a creator. Whether attacking off the bounce, cutting without the ball, or getting out in transition, it feels like he’s able to get to the rim whenever he wants. Ekwere glides through the lane and legitimately floats through the air for countless powerful dunks. It feels like he finishes anything and everything he attempts near the basket. His long arms and massive strides make him almost impossible to stop when catching the ball on the run, as he can legitimately take one dribble, gather, and convert. Ekwere is also a respectable shooting threat with useful vision and the ability to create for himself or others. He plays really well through contact on both ends of the floor. Ekwere is a terrific rebounder for his position, utilizing his length, motor, and quick second jump to make a constant impact. He’s also able to toggle between several different positions defensively. Add that he’s only been playing basketball for a few years, and Ekwere only becomes more intriguing. Already holding several high-major offers, it’ll be interesting to see how his recruitment unfolds.” – Jeff Bendel
Recruitment Update:
Offers: South Carolina, Radford, Duquesne, Rhode Island, Utah, NC State, and Texas A&M
Ekwere has been a target for many schools as of late, as he has added offers from Utah, NC State, and Texas A&M in the last two months. When you talk about his game, college coaches have to like his 6’6 explosive game that allows him to flourish, and that list could only continue to grow even more.
“Right now, there are a lot of schools in the mix, so my recruitment is very open at the moment,” Ekwere told Phenom Hoops. No schools have been standing out right away, while schools like Texas Tech, VCU, and Presbyterian have also expressed interest.
Thoughts on Texas A&M Offer: “I’m very glad about my offer, and we have a great relationship with coach.”
Thoughts on NC State Offer: “Even with them being a newer offer, I’ve become very familiar with the program, especially now that my teammate committed there.”