La Lumiere School

La Porte, IN

Independent

16 players

Program Scout Report

Overview

La Lumiere School has established itself as one of the premier independent prep basketball programs in the country, consistently drawing elite talent to La Porte, Indiana. The program's independent scheduling allows it to compete against top-tier competition nationally, reinforcing its reputation as a launching pad for high-major college basketball.

Coaching Staff

Head Coach Pat Holmes leads the program with an emphasis on disciplined, team-first basketball designed to prepare players for the rigors of college competition. Holmes has built a culture around accountability and fundamentals, positioning La Lumiere as a destination for players seeking both exposure and development.

Player Development

La Lumiere has a strong history of producing Division I talent, with graduates moving on to compete at the highest levels of college basketball. The program's development pipeline continues to churn out ranked prospects across multiple classes, reflecting a consistent ability to identify and refine talent.

Culture & Academics

Set on a well-resourced campus in La Porte, Indiana, La Lumiere pairs a rigorous academic environment with strong basketball facilities, creating a balanced setting for student-athletes. The school's independent status allows it to attract students from across the country and beyond.

Recruiting Outlook

The current roster features a deep and talented core, highlighted by 2025 prospects Jalen Haralson and Darius Adams, both ranked among the top players nationally in their class. With promising underclassmen like Devin Cleveland, Jonathan Sanderson, and Ferlandes Wright also in the fold, La Lumiere's recruiting pipeline appears poised to sustain its national relevance well into the coming seasons.

Analysis by PrepRadar Scouting Team

Coaching Staff

Pat Holmes

Head Coach

Tenure: 8 years

Pat Holmes serves as the head basketball coach at La Lumiere School, a position he has held since 2017. Prior to becoming head coach, Holmes was part of the La Lumiere coaching staff beginning in 2014, gaining valuable experience within the program's championship culture. Under his leadership, Holmes has continued the school's tradition of national dominance in high school basketball. Holmes brings strong academic credentials to his coaching role, holding a master's degree in sports management from Florida State University and a bachelor's degree in sociology with a minor in education, schooling, and society from the University of Notre Dame. His educational background provides him with both the strategic understanding of sports administration and the pedagogical foundation essential for developing young athletes. Holmes leads a program with an impressive coaching legacy, following in the footsteps of two previous La Lumiere coaches who have advanced to become Division I head coaches, demonstrating the high caliber of basketball leadership the school consistently maintains.

Achievements & Facilities

Championships

🏆 2016 National Championship
🏆 Multiple state titles

Facilities

La Lumiere Gymnasium - La Porte, Indiana

Notable Achievements

["National Champions"]

NBA Alumni

JaJuan Johnson (2011)PF

Jaren Jackson Jr. — Memphis Grizzlies (2018)PF

Brian Bowen IISF

Recent Moves

Last 60 days

COMMITMENT
Devin Cleveland
2027 G from La Lumiere (IN) has committed to Missouri
Oct 16
ANNOUNCEMENT
Devin Cleveland
4-star combo guard will announce college commitment decision between TCU, Michigan, and Missouri
Oct 13
ANNOUNCEMENT
Devin Cleveland
No. 30 overall prospect in 2027 class will no longer visit Alabama
Sep 17