Prospect Spotlight: Grant Whisman (2020)

Middletown Madison High School, and even the Southwestern Buckeye League as a whole, is welcoming a stud of a freshman next season in <strong>Grant Whisman</strong> (2020). The 14 year-old 6’4” wing defines himself as “a scorer or shooter,” but Madison Head Coach Jeff Smith is more excited about his work ethic. “Number one is his work ethic … He’s got a good skillset and a big, strong work ethic. Big heart as far as trying to get better,” Smith said. Coach Smith continued, “We did a lot this summer … Clearly, pretty early in the summer, I think the other kids figured out that this is our best player. And I fortunately got the right kind of group, where it’s ‘Okay, he’s the best player, let’s roll with it.’” <img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-78338" src="https://prephoops-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/ph/uploads/2016/07/M_logo.png" alt="M_logo" width="300" height="172" /> Whisman said that he’s been excited to play high school ball for some time. To prepare himself, he’s been doing mostly skill work, including old-school shooting around in the driveway. Whisman also has been training with multiple trainers and coaches, to sure up his ball-handling and add speed. Currently, the incoming freshman has legitimate height to package alongside perimeter skills. Whisman told <em>PHO </em>that he’s most effective on the drive and spotting up. How does the Coach Smith plan on using his talent? “He’s going to be inside-outside … He could play with his back to the basket, but we’re going to use him every where. He’s got a good low-post game, but yet he can step away from the basket and handle the ball. So, he’ll be big part of the offense in a variety of ways.” What is clear is that Whisman is going to be a featured member of the Middletown Madison offensive attack going forward. His family and coaches provide a solid foundation, promoting academics and staying humble throughout his high school career and beyond. This summer, Whisman had a stint playing up in the All-Ohio program, and said he would like to return with that same team next season. &nbsp; <em>Prep Hoops Ohio will continue to provide coverage of Grant Whisman throughout his high school career. Follow us on @PrepHoopsOH for more coverage of Ohio high school basketball.</em>