Sam Shafer to SIU
The Salukis are on a roll! Southern Illinois picked up their second commitment in less than 36 hours on Wednesday night. The Missouri Valley program landed a commitment from Lincoln Way East 2018 small forward Sam Shafer.
“Coachs are very supportive and come to all my AAU games and
believe in me and I loved it there.”
How will his game fit in with SIU?
“They needed a shooter so I’m there guy. I can play any spot they need me in.”
Shafer is a big wing at 6’5” with a plus perimeter shot! He can really let it fly from the perimeter! Outstanding spot up shooter that has deep range on his three ball. More than just a shooter he is a quality athlete with size that can handle it a little and get out in transition.
The rising senior is currently the #33 overall prospect in the class and #8 small forward. He ran with Young & Reckless on the travel team circuit. He joins combo guard Darius Beane to give the Salukis a great start to their class. Look for them to go after some big men with Jalen Shaw (Larkin) being a prime target!