High School Spotlight: Gary West Cougars
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The high school season is still a few months away but with team workouts starting to take place, it is the perfect time to start previewing the season. In this series, we will be a look at some quick hitters,…
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Continue ReadingThe high school season is still a few months away but with team workouts starting to take place, it is the perfect time to start previewing the season. In this series, we will be a look at some quick hitters, the top player, potential breakout player, other roster roster members and notable games of the upcoming season. For today’s spotlight, we take a look at the Gary West Cougars.
Quick Hitters
- Finished 5-18 last season.
- Lost to Hammond Central in Sectionals
- Chris Buggs returns for 9th year at school. 85-101 record overall.
Top Player: Reggie Hinton Reggie Hinton 5'10" | PG Gary West Side | 2026 State IN
He may only be a sophomore, but Reggie Hinton Reggie Hinton 5'10" | PG Gary West Side | 2026 State IN will be the best player for the Cougars and one of the best players this year in the state. A near 5’10 lead guard, Hinton is very good with the ball in his hands, creates for himself and others off of the dribble, and can be an impactful defender as well. His toughness on both ends of the floor is also what makes him standout as well. He is coming off a big AAU season with Indiana Elite which should translate well into this coming high school season. A guy to watch this season.
Potential Breakout Player: Anthony Holmes
Holmes is a 6’4 wing that is one of the players that could see major stock rise this upcoming season. He has a ton of upside that was shown with 94 Feet Elite over the AAU season and showed great athleticism. He is a talented slasher and driver on the offensive end while having the tools to be a disruptive force on the defensive end. With the talent that Hinton has one the ball and how well Holmes plays off of it, it could be a real dangerous combo up north.
Other Important Roster Members:
- Derek Collins Jr Derek Collins Jr 6'4" | SG Gary West Side | 2025 State IN
- Bryce Cooper Bryce Cooper 5'11" | SG Gary West Side | 2026 IN
- Kyle Cooper Kyle Cooper 5'11" | SG Gary West Side | 2026 IN
- Julian Holmes Julian Holmes 6'0" | PG Gary West Side | 2026 IN
- Kaleb Schultz Kaleb Schultz 5'9" | PG Gary West Side | 2026 IN
Notable Games (Confirmed)
- vs Valparaiso (11/29)
- at Lake Central (12/5)
- vs Mishawaka Marian (12/16)
- vs Munster (2/9)