Montverde Academy
Program Scout Report
Overview
Montverde Academy stands as one of the elite powerhouses in American prep basketball, consistently competing at the highest level of national competition. The Florida-based program has established itself as a premier destination for top prospects seeking elite competition and development opportunities.
Coaching Staff
Head coach Steve Turner leads the Eagles' basketball program with a commitment to developing both elite talent and character in his players. Turner has built a reputation for maximizing player potential while maintaining the program's championship-level standards and competitive excellence.
Player Development
Montverde Academy has built an impressive track record of developing players for the next level, with numerous alumni advancing to major college programs and professional basketball. The program's systematic approach to player development has consistently produced college-ready prospects who excel both on and off the court.
Culture & Academics
Founded in 1912, Montverde Academy combines academic excellence with world-class athletic facilities and support systems. The school environment emphasizes both basketball development and educational achievement, creating a comprehensive foundation for student-athlete success.
Recruiting Outlook
The current roster showcases exceptional depth with five nationally-ranked prospects, led by Cornelius Ingram Jr and Hudson Greer among the top 75 players in their respective classes. With strong talent across multiple class years including promising 2027 prospect Oneal Delancy, the program maintains its trajectory as a national championship contender with a robust recruiting pipeline that continues to attract elite prospects.
Analysis by PrepRadar Scouting Team
Coaching Staff
Steve Turner
Head Coach
Steve Turner enters his first season as head coach of the Montverde Academy Boys National Basketball Team for the 2025-26 school year, bringing more than two decades of experience and a reputation as one of the most respected coaches in high school basketball. Turner arrives at Montverde Academy following a highly successful 21-year tenure at Gonzaga College High School in Washington, D.C., where he compiled 497 career wins and established himself as an elite program builder. His coaching excellence has been recognized at the highest levels, earning him the prestigious Gatorade Boys Basketball National Coach of the Year award in 2016. Turner has also received six WCAC Coach of the Year honors and The Washington Post's All-Met Coach of the Year recognition. Beyond high school coaching, Turner has made significant contributions to USA Basketball, serving as an assistant coach for the U17 team that captured gold in 2022 and leading the Junior National Select Team to victory at the 2023 Nike Hoop Summit.
Achievements & Facilities
Championships
- 🏆 8 National Championships (2013, 2014, 2015, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2024)
- 🏆 USA Today Team of the Decade (2010s)
Facilities
Center for Basketball Development (CBD) - 3 full courts, state-of-the-art training facility
Notable Achievements
["National Champions"]
NBA Alumni
Recent Moves
Last 60 days- ANNOUNCEMENTJavion TyndaleJun 14
Javion Tyndale (Class of 2028) won MVP at the FIBA U18 AmeriCup, scoring 19 points and 8 assists in Canada's gold medal victory over the United States.
- ANNOUNCEMENTJavion TyndaleJun 11
Javion Tyndale dedicated the FIBA U18 Americup Championship/MVP to every Canadian province and territory.
- ANNOUNCEMENTJavion TyndaleJun 11
Javion Tyndale led Canada to the gold medal at the FIBA u18 AmeriCup.
- ANNOUNCEMENTJavion TyndaleJun 10
Javion Tyndale (Class of 2028), playing for Montverde Academy/UPLAY, led @CanBball to a Gold medal at the @FIBA U18 @AmeriCup. He was named MVP of the tournament, recording 19 points, 8 assists, and 3 steals. He is described as a downhill point guard who is a creative finisher and willing facilitator.
- ANNOUNCEMENTJavion TyndaleJun 9
The player posted a message in French and English with a hashtag #U18Men and a link to a Twitter post from CanBball which appears to be related to a U18 Men's event.
- ANNOUNCEMENTJavion TyndaleJun 9
Javion Tyndale and his Canada team took down USA in the FIBA Americup. Plays HS ball for Montverde and is having a great year.
- ANNOUNCEMENTJavion TyndaleJun 9
Led Montverde to finish No. 2 in the country and currently averaging 20ppg for UPlay Canada in the @NikeEYB circuit.
- ANNOUNCEMENTJavion TyndaleJun 9
Javion Tyndale was named Gatorade Canada Player of the Game for the U18 Men's event.
- ANNOUNCEMENTJavion TyndaleJun 8
Javion Tyndale was named to the U18 AmeriCup All-Star Five and was the MVP of the tournament.
- ANNOUNCEMENTJavion TyndaleJun 8
Javion Tyndale was named MVP of the FIBA Americas U18 Championship after scoring 19 points in Canada's 67-65 win over the USA.
Roster
Class of 2025
Class of 2026
CJ Ingram
📍 Montverde
Committed: Florida
Joe Philon
📍 Tampa, FLMontverde Academy
Committed: UCLA
Jayden Hodge
📍 Belmar, NJMontverde Academy
Committed: Northwestern
Dhani Miller
📍 Montverde, FLMontverde Academy
Committed: Kent State
Hakeem Weems
📍 Montverde
Committed: Georgia
Class of 2027
Nikos Koulisanis
Dhani Miller
Oneal Delancy
📍 Montverde
22 offers
Derek Daniels
📍 Washington, DCMontverde Academy
3 offers
Malachi Booker
📍 Montverde
1 offer
