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BOYS BASKETBALL

Neil Summers

Power forward
LARAMIE HS
LARAMIE, WYOMING
SENIOR
Height: 6-FOOT-8
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Peak Performance

16.7

Average Points (per game)

9.6

Average Rebounds (per game)

1.9

Average Assists (per game)
“Neil is the epitome of a student-athlete. Through his commitment on and off the court, Neil has shown excellence both in the gym and in the classroom. Neil’s individual production and resulting team achievements speak for themselves. His presence and skill commands respect and attention from opponents.”
Drew Evans
Head Coach - Laramie
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Athletic Excellence

At the time of his selection, the 6-foot-8, 260-pound senior power forward had led the Plainsmen (19-9) to the Class 4A state title game. Summers averaged 16.7 points, 9.6 rebounds and 1.9 assists per game, shooting 64 percent from inside the arc. He battled a high ankle sprain to score 25 points and pull down 11 rebounds in the state final. As a junior, he led Laramie to the program’s first Regional championship in 55 years and first 20-win season in 81 years.

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Academic Achievement

Summers has maintained a 3.90 GPA in the classroom. He remains undecided upon a collegiate destination.

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Exemplary Character

Having played a lead role with the University of Wyoming Lab School theatrical performance, Summers has volunteered locally on behalf of Vedauwoo National Park and the New Life Church. He has also donated his time as an assistant coach for a girls youth basketball team and as a youth referee in addition to participating in the Laramie Turf Wars, the Battle of the Books and the Walk for Water.