Recruiting Report: Trevian Bell (2017)

<p><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Joliet West 2017 small forward <strong>Trevian Bell</strong> is a big and physical wing that should have a monster high school season.  Bell stands at 6’5” with a strong build while also being a quality athlete.  The junior has the ability to score in bunches.  He can get in the lane with an explosive first step where he finishes in the paint.  Also is a plus spot up three point shooter from the wings and corners.  Rebounds well for his position.</span></span></p><p><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Bell spoke about his upcoming season at Joliet West.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">“The team is looking really good.  I like how we are coming together.  We have a lot of versatility and all play multiple positions which is good for rotation wise.  We are really competitive which is also another advantage.  I like our chances this year.”</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">After a big summer with the Illinois Wolves 16U Bell looks to take what he learned there back to his high school team.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">“I try to be a leader and lead by example.  Picking everybody up when they are down.  Try to expand what we can do.  Whether I need to step out or go in the post depending on our personnel on the floor.”</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Where did he see his game grow this summer?</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">“I think my guard skills have improved.  Last year I played a forward and more inside for my high school.  My shooting has gotten a lot better.  My dribbling has improved.  I think I am going to be handling the ball a lot more.”</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">He updated us on the latest with recruiting.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">“I have recently heard from South Dakota and St. Louis.  I went on a visit to Illinois State to watch them practice.  I plan to go on a visit to Wisconsin Green Bay.”</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Bell broke down the Illinois State visit and what stood out about them.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">“I like their pace of the practice.  The play really fast and open.  They move around a lot.  I like how they communicate with each other and really want to play with each other.”</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Illinois State and UIC are his first two offers.  He spoke about what stands out with UIC’s program.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">“I like the coaching staff.  They seem really passionate about this year.  I think they have a good chance of having a big season.”</span></span></p>