The Best Small Forward In Indiana: Brooks Barnhizer

Brooks Barnhizer was born in, Lafayette, Indiana and plays Small Forward at Jefferson High School. Barnhizer is ranked as a Top 5 recruit in the state of Indiana, and is listed as the Top Small Forward in the state as well. He is committed to play at Northwestern next fall.

Growing up, were you inspired by any NBA Players?

Growing up I was inspired by Steve Nash.

What high school is your biggest rival?

Our high schools biggest rivals would probably be McCutcheon and Harrison.

What songs do you listen to pregame, to get you hyped up?

 I listen to a lot of NoCap and Rylo Rodriguez

What is your offseason training like?

A lot of shooting ball handling and lifting

What is your favorite memory of your high school career?

My favorite memory of high school is playing for my dad and winning games with him as my coach.

What parts of your high school game, do you hope to transition to the college level?

I hope to transition my playmaking and shot making abilities as well as defense.

What made Northwestern stand out from other schools?

The educational benefits that went with going there

What do you want to accomplish on and off the court during your time at Northwestern?

I want to graduate and get my masters as well as be competitive in the big ten and make some NCAA tournaments.

If you could meet one sports hero, who would it be?

Michael Jordan

What is your favorite sports moment, as a fan?

I wasn’t alive but MJ shot against the Jazz