A roster of players that had mostly competed with Progeny’s UA Grind team in the spring not only competed on the UAA Circuit this weekend in Cartersville, Georgia, but won a couple of games as well. Ford was a big part of their relatively smooth transition to a higher level of competition. The strong 6’2” guard is a relentless downhill driver and has shot it well throughout the spring and summer. His highlights from the UAA live session really popped. Ford checks a lot of physically and is a talented playmaker off of the bounce.

We’ve seen Ford play a lot, and we’ve seen him play very well a lot, but he was on fire on Tuesday night for Brebeuf Jesuit against Lawrence North. The 6’2″ guard got hot from three-point range making a few tough ones off of the ballscreen in a row, using his strength to finish at the end of his drives at the rim, and jumped a passing lane for a pick-6 layup. Adding consistent three-point shooting ability to his athleticism and strength off of the dribble would really raise him a level as a prospect. His performance on Tuesday night was fun to watch.

Our first of five Indiana class of 2027 prospects that we will be looking at is senior guard Chace Ford Chace Ford 6'2" | PG/SG Brebeuf Jesuit | 2027 State IN of Brebeuf Jesuit. Ford is a 6’2 guard that plays with lightening quick speed on the ball. A highly productive guard in multiple areas of the floor, he is especially strong in the lane where he can use his quickness to get to the basket anytime he wants to. Has an offer from Allen University with more expected to be on the way.

Ford averaged 14.5 points per game while helping lead Progeny UA Grind 17u to a perfect 5-0 weekend at the Havoc in the Heartland. His best performance came in an impressive 77-72 win over Progeny UAA. In that contest the 6’2″ guard finished with 20 points and 4 assists while shooting 4-8 from three-point range. If he can shoot the ball like that his recruitment will have a chance to really take off going into the summer.

Man, this was just an elite performance in a very tough loss for the junior guard. He finished with a team-high 19 points and just put this team on his back in the 2nd quarter. Ford was great in the lane and made scoring play after scoring play.

When you have one of the better guards in the in-state class of 2027 on your team, you will always have a chance and with that, Brebeuf Jesuit will be one to watch in Indianapolis area come Sectionals. Chace Ford Chace Ford 6'2" | PG/SG Brebeuf Jesuit | 2027 State IN is one of the more underrated guards you will find in the Indianapolis area with him averaging 11.9 points per game for the Braves. Ford is a very strong and physical guard that presents matchup problems for opponents on the perimeter. You can watch him this week when Brebeuf Jesuit opens up Sectional play vs Tri-West.

Brebeuf Jesuit got off to a hot start and never looked back as they rolled to an 84-44 running clock victory over Evansville Reitz. Ford was a big part of that fast start for the Braves scoring 7 points right out of the gate on strong drives to the basket. His physicality off of the dribble was too much for the Reitz back court to handle. He played sparingly in the second half due to the lopsided score, but finished with 13 points and 4 assists.

This junior guard from Brebeuf Jesuit was the most impressive player on the floor in the Braves’ 74-62 win over Bishop Luers on Saturday night. Ford is a very strong and physical guard that presents matchup problems for opponents on the perimeter. He scored nine of his game-high 18 points in the fourth quarter as Brebeuf pulled away from what was a tied game.

Physical downhill driver that finishes at the rim in a variety of different ways. Chace is really good at using his body to play through contact and stays on balance where he can either score or facilitate when he gets to his spot. Versatile defender that can guard multiple positions due to his size and strength. Strong rebounder that can grab and go on defensive boards and is unselfish in transition.

Physical guard that affects the game on both ends with his high IQ and high motor. Defensive stopper that guards multiple positions at a high level using his length, strength and athleticism. Offensively he’s versatile being able to play both guard spots. He thrives in transition pushing the pace where he plays with his head up scanning the floor looking to score and facilitate. Good shooter off the catch. He stays on balance really well and has a smooth release with a nice follow through. Really patient in the pick and roll. He does a good job running his man into the screen and creating advantages for himself and others.

2024-2025 Stats: 6.7 points | 3 rebounds | 2 assists | 1.4 steals | 33% 3FG