"The Wired Playmaker: The Gritty Stat-Stuffer with Speed, Skill, and Fearless Energy"

Nash Gillette

@NashGillette

IG: @nash_gillette

6’2, 155lbs, Class of 2026

Burley High School, ID

Nash is a fiery, explosive guard who plays with a high motor, relentless energy, and a natural feel for disrupting the game on both ends of the court. He’s a dynamic stat-sheet-stuffer with quick hands, bouncy athleticism, and fearless instincts that jump off the floor. Whether he's forcing turnovers, turning defense into instant offense, attacking the rim with toughness, or finding the open man off the bounce, Nash is a nightmare to keep in check. His court vision is sharp, his pace is unpredictable, and his defensive pressure sets the tone from tip to buzzer. He lives for close battles and thrives when the game's on the line, using his speed, anticipation, and confidence to take over momentum. With a high basketball IQ and unselfish approach, he can lead the break, read defensive pressure, and score when his team needs it. Coaches can expect full-throttle hustle, smart decision-making, and a guard who rises to the moment, not away from it.

During his junior season, Nash led his team in every major stat, averaging 14 points, 4.8 rebounds, 3.4 steals, 2.2 assists, and 1.8 blocks per game. He even unofficially broke the school record for steals in a game with 9, and got to the foul line in 21 of 23 games, finishing the season with multiple double-digit scoring nights and a consistent impact in every phase of the game. That all-around game carried into the AAU season, where he helped lead his team to a 21-7 record through major stops in Salt Lake City, Seattle, Las Vegas (twice), and SoCal. In AAU, he averaged 14.6 points, 4.9 rebounds, 3.5 assists, 2.7 steals, and 1.2 blocks per game, validation that he brings the total package. He even notched his first 40-point game in June, scoring 44 points with 6 steals and near-perfect shooting from the field and the line. That breakout performance wasn’t a fluke but proof of just how dangerous he can be when his confidence and rhythm collide.

This offseason, Nash is locked in on expanding his offensive arsenal. He’s improving his handles, extending his range, and working on evolving his ability to create offense at all three levels. His biggest improvement has come in his point guard play, especially his ball handling and passing under pressure. He’s developed into a leader who can run the offense, control tempo, and bring a calm presence in chaos. What fires him up most is competitive games where the outcome is tight, because that’s when he believes his instincts, training, and leadership shine brightest.

Nash is a guard who’s built to handle pressure, pass first but score when needed, and fuel his team with smart, gritty play. When facing adversity, he trusts his training. The best coaching advice he’s ever received is, "Practice how you play. " He doesn’t shy from work, and he's driven by the pursuit of earning his first offer, a goal he’s pursuing with focus and intensity every time he steps on the court.

Off the court, Nash enjoys hanging out with friends and cousins and hitting the golf course when he’s not training. But when it’s game time, that calm flips into fierce. He plays with pride, leads with purpose, and brings it every possession.

I assess that Nash is a highly active, multi-skilled guard who brings impact far beyond the scoreboard. With his defensive disruption, confident playmaking, and growing offensive versatility, he’s the type of player who can elevate a roster, spark a comeback, and change momentum with a single possession.

Expect Nash to emerge as one of Idaho’s most underrated guards heading into his senior year. With his leadership, competitive edge, and full-throttle energy, his game is built for the big stage, and the offers shouldn't be far behind. Stay tuned for a monster season ahead as the goals are clear and this hungry, determined young rising senior is going out with guns blazing.