A recent Saint Francis commit, Wetzel proved himself as one of the best players in the gym on Sunday at the Pocket City Fall League. The 6’6″ forward/center shot it well from beyond the arc, looked more comfortable off of the bounce than we’ve seen before, and still displayed solid physicality as a scorer around the basket. His two-way versatility makes him an intriguing prospect for the next level. Wetzel will have a big year as a senior for Heritage Hills High School.

If I had to pick one player that is most likely to lead the conference in scoring, my pick would be Heritage Hills 6’6” Forward/Center Tait Wetzel Tait Wetzel 6'6" | C Heritage Hills | 2027 State IN . Heritage Hills graduated two of their top 3 leading scorers along with losing another starter due to transfer, if the Patriots are going to make noise this season it will be on the back of Wetzel. Physical inside-out forward that has done nothing but gotten better over the last couple seasons. Averaged 14 points, 7.5 rebounds, and 1.5 blocks per game a season ago. I expect him to be a double-double threat every night he steps onto the floor this season.

The Heritage Hills 2027 Forward is on the verge of a massive senior season. 6’6” Tait Wetzel Tait Wetzel 6'6" | C Heritage Hills | 2027 State IN has done nothing but improve his overall skill over the last couple years combined with his size and strength makes him one of the toughest covers in the area. Mobile big man that is best doing his damage around the basket, but has extended his range out to the three-point line where he is a player that demands respect out there. Comfortable putting it on the floor, he uses his strength and physicality to get all the way to the basket where he’s a high level finisher. Defensively his mobility has gotten better making him a more well rounded defender. Rebounds at a high level and does a good job staying vertical when contesting shots. Has the chance to average a double-double this season for Heritage Hills.

Probably the most physically dominant big man in the entire league that’s offensive game has gotten better and better over the last couple years. An absolute load to handle on the low block, he has now added drives from the perimeter where he plays with so much strength while welcoming any contact. He’s a high level rebounder that is comfortable pushing in transition and makes good decisions. Forces the issue a little bit on drives, and sometimes bailed the defense out on settling for threes, but puts so much pressure on the defense when he’s aggressive.

The Prep Hoops Indiana Top 60 Forward in the class of 2027 is one of the premier players in the Pocket City Fall League. Tait Wetzel Tait Wetzel 6'6" | C Heritage Hills | 2027 State IN is a skilled inside-out forward out of Heritage Hills that will have the opportunity to lead the area in scoring this season. Bruiser on the low block with a soft touch. Big time rebounder with an offensive game that continues to expand on the perimeter. Holds offers from Brescia, Saint Francis, IU-Kokomo, and IU-Southeast

Big time Forward/Center out of Southwest Indiana that continues to stretch out his game, but still knows what his bread and butter is. Tait Wetzel Tait Wetzel 6'6" | C Heritage Hills | 2027 State IN out of Heritage Hills is an inside-out skilled four-man that does a lot of different things on the floor. Athleticism keeps getting better and better every time I see him. Capable three-point shooter along with perimeter skills that allow him to drive closeouts. Physical post presence with good footwork and a soft touch over his left shoulder. Top 60 player in the Indiana Class of 2027 who holds offers from Brescia, Saint Francis, IU-Kokomo, and IU-Southeast.

Round out my team was one of the top rising prospects in the 2027 class, Tait Wetzel Tait Wetzel 6'6" | C Heritage Hills | 2027 State IN of Heritage Hills HS. Wetzel wasted no time in providing immediate production in the front court. Was really strong 15ft and in using his athleticism and versatility to make plays around the basket. His rebounding was impressive and just his overall motor was high on both ends of the floor. Another guy that I thought could have been the MVP in this one.

Top 60 Prep Hoops Indiana Prospect in the class of 2027 with an evolving improvement to his game that he showcased during the spring and summer. Knows his bread and butter is 15 feet and in, but continues to get better on the perimeter with his three-point shot, as well as his playmaking for others. He’s a big time rebounder that on both ends that will be a tough matchup for anybody on Saturday.

The bonafide leader of the Heritage Hills Patriots this season will have an all time green light offensively and he showed early and often in the Patriots Sunday loss to Franklin Community why that could be beneficial for the Patriots success this season. He’s a physical forward that has played with a high motor all spring and during June Ball. Inside-out offensive skillset that makes him a versatile scorer. Excellent around the basket finishing through contact. Forces the issue a bit. Has a drive and dish opportunity, but forces up a wild shot. Decision making and playmaking for others off the dribble can be better, but he’s a confident offensive player that controls the boards on both ends.

Stock rising Heritage Hills big man has had a big time spring during the AAU season as well as a strong June with the Patriots as the now senior leader. An inexperienced group that will look to Wetzel to lead them. Most nights he will be options A, B, and C and will look to show that he can continue the winning ways at Heritage Hills.