Recruiting Report: Shannon Wheeler (2021)
Shannon Wheeler is a high level prospect in the class of 2021. She is a 6’1″ forward that attends Detroit Renaissance High School. Wheeler has been playing grassroots basketball with Michigan Crossover, and her recruitment has picked up steam this spring. She…
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Continue ReadingShannon Wheeler is a high level prospect in the class of 2021. She is a 6’1″ forward that attends Detroit Renaissance High School. Wheeler has been playing grassroots basketball with Michigan Crossover, and her recruitment has picked up steam this spring. She recently received her first offer.
Player Bio
Shannon Wheeler Shannon Wheeler 6'1" | PF Detroit Renaissance | 2021 State MI
Class: 2021
Position: Forward
Height: 6’1″
School: Detroit Renaissance High School
Grassroots: Michigan Crossover
Strengths
Block shots – With her size and athleticism, Wheeler makes every shot difficult around the rim.
Rebound – She’s active on the glass on both ends of the floor. Wheeler is quick off her feet and attacks the ball, not waiting for it to fall off the rim.
Court vision in transition – She seems to see the next pass in advance in the open floor.
Steadiness in late game situations – Wheeler is calm, cool, and collected. In big moments, she is relaxed and ready and able to make a key play.
Areas To Improve
Shooting – Improved range and consistecy will make her a threat from anywhere on the floor.
Ball handling – With her vision in the open floor, she would be big time in transition handling the ball and leading the break.
Offers
Indiana State University
Schools That Have Shown Interest
Bowling Green University
Eastern Michigan University
Missouri State
Northern Kentucky
Oakland University
University of Michigan
University of Pittsburgh
Timeframe For A Decision
“I will more than likely make a decision my senior year.” – Shannon Wheeler Shannon Wheeler 6'1" | PF Detroit Renaissance | 2021 State MI
What She’s Looking For In A School
“A school that will assist me in improving my basketball skills as well as having an interest in ensuring I complete a degree.” – Shannon Wheeler Shannon Wheeler 6'1" | PF Detroit Renaissance | 2021 State MI
What She’s Looking For In A Coach
“I’m looking for a coach that pushes the team to be disciplined and pushes me to improve my weakness, but also work like a family away from my family.” – Shannon Wheeler Shannon Wheeler 6'1" | PF Detroit Renaissance | 2021 State MI