Recruiting Report: Ike Cornish (2021)
From a prospect’s freshman to their sophomore year, you usually see noticeable development both in their game and their bodies. Once they get one full season of varsity basketball behind them, you see changes in their confidence and approach to…
Access all of Prep Hoops
Continue reading this article and more.
Continue ReadingFrom a prospect’s freshman to their sophomore year, you usually see noticeable development both in their game and their bodies. Once they get one full season of varsity basketball behind them, you see changes in their confidence and approach to the game. That was the case with 2021 wing Ike Cornish. Cornish made the announcement this spring that he would transfer from Dulaney High School located in Maryland to Legacy Early College in South Carolina.
The 6-foot-6 wing showed tremendous growth in his game last season as he was a key piece in the Lions’ journey to the Xfinity Center that came to an unfortunate end in the state semifinals. Nevertheless, Cornish made a lasting impression by finishing with 15 points and shooting 3-of-4 beyond the arc. Throughout his sophomore season, Cornish impressed with his finishing ability around the rim by utilizing his length. That length came into play immensely on the defensive end, as Cornish was a major factor in the passing lanes or contesting shots.
As he continues to add to his game, Cornish feels like he took advantage of this spring and summer with Team Melo to prepare for his new school.
“I felt like I made a lot of improvements in my game this summer,” Cornish told Prep Hoops. “Mostly with my shot. I improved my three-point percentage by just getting up a lot of shots every day. I made an adjustment with my left elbow because it kind of stuck out. Once I fixed that, I got my shot right and I started improving my percentages. I want to be able to score from anywhere on the floor so in case there is big players in the paint, I can still score from outside.”
Legacy finished with an impressive 34-5 overall record last season. The Lions will be getting a dynamic player that can impact the game at both ends. Because Cornish is down south, it’s safe to assume that his name will quickly spread to college programs in and around the area.
For now, Cornish holds nine offers, but told Prep Hoops UMass, George Washington and Boise State have been staying in contact the most. VCU is starting to get involved with Cornish, but have yet to offer him.
What are coaches saying they like with Cornish?
“They like how I come out and play like I’m trying to prove a point,” Cornish said. “I don’t come out and just play basketball to play basketball. I’m trying to prove why I work so hard. They like my work ethic and how I stay in the gym.”