Archbishop Wood (Pa.) guard Collin Gillespie has committed to the Villanova Wildcats. He just announced the decision via Twitter.
Jay Wright is still in market for another guard as part of the 2017 class and with Jordan Tucker looking likely bound for Indiana, the ‘Cats staff pounced to secure their third verbal commitment in the class. The 6’2” 180 pound Gillespie is in the midst of a fantastic senior season and has blossomed from a D2-level prospect to one that is now getting looks from some high-major schools.
Here’s (part of) the scouting report from City of Basketball Love:
“A fearless competitor with a game to match, Gillespie has become one of the best guards in the Philadelphia region during the first half of his senior season.