Ex-Kentucky point guard commits to Villanova Wildcats, snubbing St. John's and other contenders in the basketball scene.
Headliner: Top Prospect Acaden Lewis Chooses Villanova Over Major Contenders
Landing basketball's hottest recruit, Acaden Lewis, is a significant milestone for newly appointed Villanova coach Kevin Willard. Lewis, a high-profile guard in the 2025 class, had initially committed to Kentucky but opted for the Wildcats after a series of visits to St. John's, Georgia, and Miami. His decision marked a critical win for Willard and his team.
Lewis opened his recruitment again on April 10, citing his trust in the Villanova staff as the deciding factor. "I've built a relationship with them since my sophomore year. Kevin Willard and his staff were among the first high-major coaches to recruit me at Maryland," Lewis shared. "I have immense trust that I will thrive and that they will let me be."
The potent duo's relationship traces back to when Lewis transferred to Sidwell. This established trust and shared vision make Lewis a key addition to the Wildcats' roster.
LewisNow joins Chris Jeffrey and Nico Onyekwere as freshmen commits for the Wildcats. In addition, Willard is bringing in five transfers: Malachi Palmer, Devin Askew, Duke Brennan, Bryce Lindsay, Braden Pierce, and Zion Stanford. With such a formidable lineup, expect Villanova to be a force to reckon with, even in a building year.
Although this season may still be a period of adjustment with all the new talent, the Wildcats are optimistic about their competitiveness under Willard's guidance. Here's to a thrilling season ahead!
- Acaden Lewis's decision to join Villanova over major contenders significantly increases expectations for the Wildcats' basketball team in the upcoming season.
- Lewis's exceptional playmaking abilities, coupled with the new arrivals at Villanova, position them to be a formidable force, even in a building year.
- Lewis's transfer to Sidwell rekindled his relationship with Villanova coach Kevin Willard, paving the way for his key addition to the Wildcats' roster.
- With Lewis, Chris Jeffrey, Nico Onyekwere, and five new transfers, Villanova basketball expects to be competitive under Kevin Willard's guidance, promising a thrilling season ahead.
