One-On-One with 2022 Prince Aligbe

Few 2022’s play for their 17’s during AAU season, but that wasn’t the case with Prince Aligbe. Aligbe who is one of the most dynamic playmakers in the 2022 class and has received more than 20+ Division One offers over the last few months has garnered the recognitions he deserves. From competing in the UAA, playing in the historic Big Time Hoops tournament in Vegas, and attending the Will Barton Elite Camp. Aligbe has had quite the busy summer, but it’s most certainly paying off. We were able to catch up with Prince and talk about all things from this summer, recruiting, and playing with Chet Holmgren and Jalen Suggs.
Let’s talk about your spring and summer. How was it playing with Sizzle on the UAA?
It was amazing. I had a lot of fun playing with all my guys. I learned a lot about playing hard every game no matter what, because that’s what the team needs. I feel I’ve grown and gotten a lot better at this point.
You guys just played in probably one of the most prestigious summer events that brings together the top teams from all three circuits, how was it playing in that event against the different competition?
It was really fun. Playing in front of big crowds and just balling out. It was also good to see all the different teams’ playstyles from their own different leagues.
You said you feel like you’ve grown, in what aspect of your game do you feel has grown the most?
My offensive ability has definitely expanded. My accountability has also gone up too.
Your Sizzle team is stacked, but most importantly what’s it like being surrounded by that many elite players?
It’s really nice. It builds a winning atmosphere around me and they always motivate me to be as good or better than them during practices and workouts.
Playing with Jalen and Chet, do you think that helps you on the court and becoming a better player?
It helps me a lot. Helps me learn how to play with and without the ball and become a team player. And when the time comes, I’ll use the things I learned and drive the boat.
You recently were just invited to the Will Barton Elite Camp, how’d that go for you?
It was a really great and fun camp for me. A lot of people told me I played very well and Will Barton made me feel welcome with the talks from himself, Gary Neal, and Quinn Cook. I can definitely say I learned a lot.
Now that the summer season is over and you start to transition over to the high school season, what’s an aspect of your game that you’re really trying to work on to take it to the next level?
My shooting on all three levels and athleticism.
We’ll transition to recruiting, what schools are looking at you but haven’t offered yet?
Purdue, Iowa State, Marquette, Baylor, and Michigan.
What’s their message been to you?
That I should stay in contact with them, and that I should come and visit their campus.
Out of the schools that have offered, who’s coming at you the hardest right now?
California for sure.
I know it’s still early for you but what’s something that you’re looking for in a program when the time comes to choose a school?
Family atmosphere, great education, and good relationship between me and the coaches and the program.
Have you talked with any of your teammates about potentially teaming up in college?
No, not yet.
Definitely still early in the process that’s for sure. Is there a school you’re hoping that starts to get involved with you?
Villanova and North Carolina.
Do you have any unofficial’s lined up or in talks take visits this fall?
No, none at the moment.
I had the chance to talk to your coach, he said playing up with 17’s was a great experience but also very humbling for you. Would you describe it as humbling and how so?
Very. Made me mature and know how much I must bring to my team every game.
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