Riopel gives Pueblo West exactly what they needed last year so those minutes could be valuable if he continues to progress before the season gets here. From what we saw this summer at the showcase with his size, strength, and inside presence, that could help Pueblo West get some wins. With his athleticism and length, he’s capable of finishing through contact, rebounding in traffic, and protecting the rim. He showed all of that this summer, using his motor to impact both ends. I expect Riopel to log varsity minutes early and provide interior toughness as a reliable frontcourt piece with plenty of upside.

Riopel gives Pueblo West exactly what they needed last year so those minutes could be valuable if he continues to progress before the season gets here. From what we saw this summer at the showcase with his size, strength, and inside presence, that could help Pueblo West get some wins. With his athleticism and length, he’s capable of finishing through contact, rebounding in traffic, and protecting the rim. He showed all of that this summer, using his motor to impact both ends. I expect Riopel to log varsity minutes early and provide interior toughness as a reliable frontcourt piece with plenty of upside.