"Full-Court Menace: Scoring Firepower, Versatile Impact, and a Nightmare to Guard"

Jace Riccardo

@JaceRiccardo24

IG: @jace24riccardo

6’6”, 205lbs, Class of 2027

Ursuline High School, Youngstown, OH

AAU: TNBA Ohio ITC

Jace is a matchup nightmare. With elite athleticism and guard skills, he mixes height, quickness, and flow we don't often see.. He is a smooth operator who can score from all three levels, he punishes defenders with an inside-out arsenal, raining threes at a blistering 53% clip, attacking downhill with authority, and finishing through contact above the rim. His ability to create shots for himself and others, defend multiple positions, and impact the game on both ends makes him a complete guard. Add in his strong frame, explosive first step, and relentless motor, and you have a player who’s dangerous in every phase of the game.

This past season, Jace averaged 14 points, 8 rebounds, 3 assists, and 1 block per game, earning All-Ohio Honorable Mention, All-District, All-Conference honors, and a spot on the All SVC 2nd Team. His season was loaded with standout performances, including 30 points and 7 rebounds against Struthers, 21 points, 10 rebounds, and 4 assists versus NDCL, and an 18-point, 8-rebound showing against Chaney. He’s no stranger to the big stage either, named HGSL MVP after leading TNBA Ohio to the 15U HGSL Championship in 2024, and now looking to make a title run this season. His biggest improvement has come in his rebounding dominance and confidence, and he’s expanded his game further by attacking more on offense while locking in defensively against any matchup.

Motivated by team success and the drive to win, Jace embraces the grind. He thrives when the game is played hard and together, letting the flow come to him while staying locked in from start to finish. With a 4.0 GPA, he brings the same discipline to the classroom as he does to the court. His goals are to win the HGSL again, reach the state finals, and continue proving why he’s among the most dangerous players in his class.

I assess that Jace’s combination of size, skill, and versatility gives him the ability to thrive in multiple roles at the next level. His scoring efficiency, defensive versatility, and elite shooting touch make him an immediate impact player for any college program, capable of stretching defenses, controlling the glass, and creating mismatches all over the floor.

Expect Jace to keep rising as one of the top prospects in his class. His proven production against elite competition and his relentless drive to improve suggest he’ll be a high-value target for programs that want a player who can win games in more ways than one. With continued development in his all-around game, he has the tools to become a cornerstone player who can lead a program to championships. Stay tuned for a breakout season ahead for this man on a mission.