The state’s returning Gatorade Player of the Year, the 6-foot-7, 220-pound junior wing led the Tigers (21-7) to the 4A state quarterfinals this past season. Leonard averaged 22.3 points, 12.9 rebounds, 2.8 steals, 2.5 assists and 1.5 blocks per game while shooting 55.7 percent from the floor. Also the South Carolina Basketball Coaches Association 4A Player of the Year, he finished his career with 1,114 rebounds, a program record, and is ranked as the nation’s No. 9 recruit in the Class of 2027 by Rivals.
Leonard has maintained a 3.43 GPA in the classroom. He will begin his senior year of high school this fall.
Leonard has volunteered locally with the Christmas for Kids initiative at Walmart, helping underprivileged children shop for holiday gifts. He has also donated his time to mentoring younger student-athletes, focusing not only on basketball skills, but also positive habits and confidence.
