
For the second consecutive year, Richmond (VA) native Henry Coleman III finds himself in Charlottesville for the NBPA Top 100 Camp. While his trademark high motor is once again on display, the consensus 4-star forward has impressed in other areas as well this week.
Henry Coleman has been outstanding today. Playing hard as always, being active defensively, rebounding and demonstrating his expanding skill set
— Adam Ayalew (@AyalewAdam) June 13, 2019
Good showing for 2020 Henry Coleman of Trinity Episcopal in the win today as his energy and finishing ability helped his team pull away. Played tough on both ends, used his athleticism on the glass and finished well through traffic #VaHoops #Top100Camp
— Jack Herron (@jwherron10) June 14, 2019
Henry Coleman has the best nose for the ball in this camp. George Lynch-like boardsman. Grown man. #NBPATop100
— Clint Jackson (@clintjackson1) June 14, 2019
Virginia native Henry Coleman was one of the three most requested players for media interviews -yes, that’s a stat I was interested in. Liked his versatility on the defensive end of the floor.
— Justin Young (@JustinDYoung) June 14, 2019
Coleman III, who measures in at 6’7”, 238 pounds, enjoyed an outstanding junior season at Trinity Episcopal. He averaged 26.2 points and 12.6 rebounds per game in 2018-19, earning Richmond Times-Dispatch All-Metro Player of the Year honors as well as USA Today All-Virginia.
In an 18-point, 9-rebound performance in the final round of games at the Top 100 Camp Thursday evening, Coleman III flashed his rebounding prowess with an impressive offensive board, which he promptly put in the basket for two points. He also flashed an ability to bring the ball up the court, pushing the ball on a few occasions, including once where he passed up to a teammate for an easy score.
Ballhandling, shooting, and playing with confidence coming off screens are things Coleman III said he is working to improve this offseason with former VMI star Matt Murrer. He’s also working on his mobility to help him with his versatility on the defensive end. His goal? To be able to guard any position on the floor.
Virginia head coach Tony Bennett extended a scholarship offer to the in-state standout last summer. The Cavalier coach likes what Coleman III can become on the court on the next level, but he also likes the intangibles.
“[Bennett] said that he knows I can play basketball,” Coleman III said in an interview with reporters
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