Over the course of July, senior Austin Sperry was one of the top players on the NY2LA Association while playing with Kentuckiana Hoops. In the July live periods, the 6’4” guard was one of the leading scorers at both NY2LA Summer Jam and Final Chapter tournaments.
Over the course of his high school career, Sperry has proven to be a star not just on the hardwood but also on the football field. For basketball, Sperry has earned himself several division one offers including from Cal State Bakersfield, Eastern Kentucky, Ohio, Morehead State, Northern Kentucky, and Radford. This is in addition to a few division one offers for football as well. When asked what he is looking to play at the next level, he said “I’d probably prefer basketball but not sure just based on how either one goes in the long run.”
When talking about his game on the court, Sperry described himself as a “A point guard who can play off screens or play downhill and get to the basketball with being able to create for others at the same time also a scrappy defender and someone who can be a leader vocally and take control of games.” This summer he greatly impressed with multiple aspects of his game. As well to being able to score in bunches, including scoring 14 points in a single half, he is also a very gifted passer. As well, Sperry is one of the bouncier players in the regions 2025 class.
Up next for Sperry before his senior season at Breathitt High School (KY) is he has visits planned for Eastern Kentucky, Marshall, and Youngstown State.