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Division I prospect commits to the University of New Mexico, looks forward to season

November 10, 2016

Senior Isaiah Chandler travelled to New Mexico with his father and coach Ben Holling.
Isaiah Chandler
Senior Isaiah Chandler travelled to New Mexico with his father and coach Ben Holling.

Senior Isaiah Chandler has been a key component to Central’s basketball team and is now looking to further his basketball career at the University of New Mexico.

Chandler has been offered by about 17 Division I colleges, and he has gone on three unofficial visits. He has visited UNO, New Mexico and South Dakota. Chandler’s latest visit was to the University of New Mexico, and this visit was final; his official visit to New Mexico finalized his intentions to go there.

Head Coach Ben Holling and Chandler’s father accompanied him on the visit. All three felt that this university was the best fit for Chandler. Chandler feels like New Mexico will benefit him both on and off the court.

“The thing that made me want to commit was the people, the fans, the school, the team… the coaches… I just felt like I could succeed in my basketball and education career there,” Chandler said.

As for the team, Chandler is most passionate about their playing style.

“Their main objective is to pass it to the big man,” Chandler said. In other words, being the “big guy” that Chandler is, he will get the ball more.

Chandler is relieved to go to college next fall, and he said he is not nervous about moving away from home. There is a chance that his family will move to New Mexico with him next year.

As for the upcoming basketball season, Chandler hopes to win a ring. On top of this, Chandler just hopes to have a good season with his teammates for his last high school season and to “watch [his] dudes hoop.”

After high school basketball season ends, Chandler will work with a trainer to help him prepare and get more in shape for the college season.

However, he is focused on the present and is only concerned about helping his team win the state championship. He is taking it one step at a time.

 

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