Indiana has jumped into the mix for one of the biggest names in the 2028 class, offering 6-6 wing Xavier Skipworth.
Skipworth is headed to Montverde Academy for his high school development, and he already carries the kind of reputation that makes coaches pay attention. He earned that buzz at The Bullis School in Maryland, then kept building it on the Nike EYBL circuit with Team Takeover. Indiana’s offer is another sign the Hoosiers are chasing national-level talent with real star potential.
What makes Skipworth so appealing is how complete his game already looks. He has the size and length to work as either an oversized guard or a true wing, and he brings the kind of athletic fluidity that fits just about any modern system.
Offensively, he can score from all three levels. He attacks off the dribble with a smooth handle and a steady change of pace, gets into the lane, finishes through contact, and can also stop on a dime for pull-up jumpers.
On the perimeter, he’s a legitimate catch-and-shoot threat who can stretch the floor.
Skipworth also brings more than scoring punch. He has shown strong basketball IQ, good court vision, and real poise as a ballhandler. In high-leverage moments, he has handled middle ball-screen actions with patience, using his size to see over the defense and make accurate passes over double teams.
Defensively, he gives coaches plenty to work with. His length and instincts help him contest shots, jump passing lanes, and rebound the ball before pushing it in transition himself. That kind of versatility is exactly why he fits the mold of a positionless player who can thrive in space and in transition.
For Indiana, the appeal is obvious. A wing with Skipworth’s size, skill, and playmaking ability could become a major piece of the program’s future, and the Hoosiers have made it clear they want in on his recruitment.
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