Monroe returned to Ohio and will take the prep school route to reclassify into the 2028 class and will be back in our rankings during the next update with his return to Ohio. Monroe has a strong frame and was physical in the paint on both ends of the court. In the 3 on 3 portion of the camp Monroe made some nice passes as his team found success. Monroe’s next step will be generating more space on his dribble moves for more open shots, as he’s shown the ability to get hot from the outside. A talented wing forward from northeast Ohio, Monroe will be a name you’ll continue to hear about.

Monroe is a physical scorer who uses his sheer size and strength to bully his way to his spots on the floor. He is capable of stretching the defense as a floor spacer, and if left open from the perimeter, he has the shooting ability to make opponents pay. Monroe was also active on the glass, consistently finding ways to secure rebounds and create extra possessions for his team. Defensively, his length stood out as he altered and blocked shots around the rim, providing valuable rim protection. His nonstop activity allows him to stay involved in every facet of the game, making an impact well beyond his scoring. Monroe’s combination of physicality, versatility, and motor makes him a productive two-way presence who consistently finds ways to affect winning.

Playing in showcase style events both days this weekend, Monroe has impressed down in Columbus and back up in Cleveland. A physical wing forward who has the frame to bully players in the post and on drives, Monroe started the game with a turnaround jumper. Starting to use his physicality more consistently, Monroe had some power layup finishes where he was too big and strong for the defense to stop. Making a nice lefty finish, being able to consistently finish with either hand is a critical skill for Monroe to continue to master at the rim. A prospect who has always had a lot of natural ability, it’s nice to see Monroe put forth some consistent impact performances against quality competition for Lutheran West this weekend.

Monroe’s scoring ability is in no question after Saturday. He was constantly breaking players down off the dribble in one situation. He has a great dribbling package that allows him to get to his spot and pull it. He is a great off-the-dribble shooter. He has great size and was a mismatch for a lot of other guards. He is a midrange player. High volume shooter and scorer.

In a battle between Division III powerhouses, Lutheran West got the victory over Lexington to wrap up the event. Monroe knocked down shots for the Longhorns and scored in transition in a scoring by committee type game for Lutheran West. Good to see Monroe gain some confidence as a shooter with his new team after transferring in from Akron STVM. One of the more talented wings in Ohio’s 2027 class, we’ll be tracking to see if Monroe can continue this upward momentum.