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Article 407: The next Cougar standout

April 7, 2015

Capital Christian has been churning out 25+ win seasons for the past four years. The next few years also look bright for the Cougars as freshman Zachary Chappell was a key contributor in the state title game where they lost to Crespi. The 2018 prospect averaged 10.6 points, 2.1 rebounds, and 1.4 assists per contest.

The 6-foot-3 and 170 pounds prospect has been part of the Visalia based Team Superstar program and will play a level up on the 16U club this upcoming summer. Team Superstar Program Director Lerohn Dodson says, "Zach is a big, strong, physical athletic guard. He has a great feel for the game on court. He is a high major guard. He has a John Wall type game with great size and is very explosive. Sky is the limit for Zach. I believe he's the one of the best PG in the country for his class."

Capital Christian has been churning out Division I level prospects the past few years that have included Nifae Lealao, DJ Wilson, and Justice Shelton-Mosley. Chappell will be the returning leading 3-point shooter for the Cougars. Chappell uses an effective crossover to create space for his perimeter shots or to take the ball to the basket.

The 2018 prospect has been playing organized basketball for over ten years and was a freshman starter on this past year's Cougar program. Chappell also competes in soccer but expects basketball to be his sport on the next level. Chappell will team with his older brother, 2016 wing Ryan Chappell, for another year to make another run at state.

During the upcoming season, Chappell plans on working on his jump shot. His Team Superstar 16U club will be participating in the Under Armour Association, which will have stops in New Orleans, Louisville, New York, and Atlanta.

Team Superstar Coach Grady Dodson says, "Zach has a good feel for the game has good basketball IQ and an understanding of offense and defense of sets Zach can finish at the rim along with knocking down the mid range and three point shot. With that athletic frame and ability, Zach has all the potential to be a high major kid."

Capital Christian had another great season finishing runner up in state. Watch for the Cougars to be on the prowl in the fall with Chappell leading them in Sacramento, Calif.


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