A Closer Look: Levi Cook

By Craig Leighton
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Updated: November 4, 2015

Friarbasketball.com will take a closer look at a number of key PC recruiting targets. Our staff will continue to provide reports on the top Friar targets throughout the year, and offer updates on prospects that have been previously featured.

Prospect: Levi Cook

Position: C

Class: 2016

School: Huntington Prep

AAU Program: West Virginia Wildcats

Overview:

Levi Cook is a wide-bodied center who the Friars are taking a look at after he de-committed from West Virginia. Originally part of the class of 2015, Cook has recently reclassed to 2016.

Cook is known as a good passer and has outstanding hands for a big man. He is skilled and just needs to concentrate on his weight and getting in better shape. Here is a highlight video of Cook in action:

What Others Are Saying:

ESPN says that “Cook is a wide body inside the lane with a very soft touch. He has a terrific understanding of how to best utilize his frame to create space and angles to the rim. He has terrific hands to make tough catches and the dexterity to score with both hands around the rim.” ESPN currently has Cook ranked as a four star player and give him a rank of 80.

24/7 Sports says that “with his game built more on size than mobility, Cook does have a great feel for passing the basketball and has touch on his shot.” He is ranked No. 186 in the 247Sports Composite.

The Competition

Besides the Friars Cook is currently being pursued by Virginia Tech, South Carolina, Missouri, Michigan, and East Tennessee.

The Bottom Line

Cook has said he may not choose a college until the spring signing period. If the Friars are still looking to add a big man at that point look for them to make a push for Cook. They may add him to the squad even if they sign a big man during the November signing period.

Mix-Tape Time

Here is another video highlight of Cook in action: