Notre Dame is heading to Williston Northhampton (MA) to get another look at one of the more intriguing names in the 2028 class: PSA Cardinals guard/wing Kingsley Rogers.
The fall evaluation period is still in its early stretch, but Rogers already has the attention of multiple high-major programs. Notre Dame and Utah have been in frequent contact lately, and both are expected to be on hand for his open gym tomorrow.
“ Notre Dame, they’ve shown that they just like me a lot, they really just like how I play and who I am off the court as well,” said Rogers, who has transformed his game with a polished inside-outside arsenal and the defensive versatility which enables him to guard nearly every position.
At 6-foot-7, Rogers brings a multi-layered scoring game and a strong above-the-rim finishing presence. He’s also drawing notice for the way his skill set keeps expanding, giving him more ways to impact the game on both ends.
His recruitment picked up quickly once the contact period opened on June 15th. Rutgers, Baylor, Marquette, Hofstra, Auburn, Utah, Syracuse, and Buffalo were among the programs to reach out.
Rogers has another layer to his story, too. He is the son of former Baylor star Kevin Rogers and legendary Baylor shot-blocker Danielle Wilson, and he’s originally from Long Island.
That background helps explain why Hofstra is pushing hard. The program is close to home, and Rogers said the interest has been steady.
“They are right nearby me,” said Rogers.
“(Assistant) Coach Drew (Metz), he’s been recruiting me a lot. He’s always checking in me. He’s been emphasizing just how he likes my style of play and how I am both on and off the court.”
Utah has made its own clear impression. Assistant coach Raphael Chillious has stayed involved with Rogers all summer, and that consistency has stood out.
“Coach Chill, he’s been really motivational and he says he is going to Come out here soon,” Rogers said.
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