Each and every time Phenom Hoops 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: Preston Copeland
Class: 2025
Committed to: Ball State
What Has Been Said by Phenom Hoops:
“Already possessing great size for his age, Copeland checks off a lot of early boxes in a big man with his style of play, what he provides, and his upside. As far as his game goes right now, we are talking about a 6’7 long and athletic forward that makes himself even bigger with his tremendous wingspan, providing as a rim protector but also a force at the rim. Copeland has a polished feel at a young age and tremendous instincts, and not to mention he creates problems with his physical feel. If you add all that onto how he is able to move his feet and is not afraid to defend out on the perimeter, Copeland is going to be a name you will want to learn about sooner rather than later.” – 2022
“It’s unclear as to why more people aren’t actively discussing Preston Copeland and all his appeal as a current player and long-term prospect. He’s a long, fluid post prospect with great mobility, developing strength, and a useful interior presence on both ends of the floor. Copeland is a quality athlete and finisher who doesn’t necessarily require the ball to be impactful. He’s a nice finisher with touch, athleticism, and solid scoring ability out of the post. Copeland understands how to make a lasting impact through rebounding, altering shots, and capitalizing on his opportunities within the flow of the offense. He also runs the floor properly in transition. Though still progressing, Copeland should be closely monitored by Division I coaches over the foreseeable future.”
“Although it’s easy to appreciate the balance of Raleigh Christian, but one would expect Copeland to be receiving more buzz from the masses. He’s a strong, mobile big man with touch, athleticism, and plenty of upside remaining. Copeland already finds consistent success as a low-maintenance interior piece on both ends of the floor. He can reliably finish, rebound, block shots, and run the floor properly in transition. Copeland is only going to get better over the foreseeable future.”