Sierra Canyon School

Chatsworth, CA

20 players

Program Scout Report

Overview

Sierra Canyon School has established itself as one of the premier prep basketball destinations in the country, operating as an independent program that attracts elite talent to the Chatsworth, CA campus. The program's visibility and competitive scheduling have made it a consistent fixture in national rankings conversations.

Coaching Staff

Head Coach Andre Chevalier leads a program built on developing high-major talent within a competitive independent schedule. His approach emphasizes preparing players for the next level while maintaining the program's standing among the nation's top prep destinations.

Player Development

Sierra Canyon has built a reputation as a pipeline for high-level college basketball placements, with its roster consistently drawing attention from major programs. The current group of 18 tracked players reflects the program's ongoing ability to attract and cultivate Division I-caliber prospects across multiple recruiting classes.

Culture & Academics

Located in Chatsworth, CA, Sierra Canyon offers a high-profile academic and athletic environment that appeals to families seeking exposure at the prep level. The school's resources and visibility contribute to its standing as a national program.

Recruiting Outlook

The Trailblazers' current class is anchored by 2026 prospects Brandon McCoy and Maximo Adams, alongside a strong incoming wave in the 2028 class featuring Jordan Mize, Josh Lowery, and JJ Sati-Grier. This blend of near-term impact talent and long-term pipeline depth positions Sierra Canyon to sustain its national relevance into the coming seasons.

Analysis by PrepRadar Scouting Team

Coaching Staff

Andre Chevalier

Head Coach

Tenure: 12 years

Andre Chevalier brings over two decades of coaching and educational experience to Sierra Canyon School, where he serves as Head Boys Basketball Coach and Associate Director of Admission. His impressive career began at just 24 at Cleveland High School, notably coaching future NBA champion Nick Young. Chevalier’s coaching journey continued at Oaks Christian School, where he led the team to a CIF Southern Section division title. At Sierra Canyon, he built a dominant program, guiding the Trailblazers to two state championships in a three-year span. Chevalier’s philosophy embraces the spotlight, seeing it as an opportunity for growth and learning for his players. He leverages his extensive experience to develop well-rounded student-athletes, both on and off the court.

Achievements & Facilities

Championships

🏆 Multiple California State Championships
🏆 CIF Open Division Champion

Facilities

Sierra Canyon Pavilion - Chatsworth, California

Notable Achievements

["National Champions","State Champions"]

NBA Alumni

Scottie Pippen Jr. — Memphis GrizzliesPG

Kenyon Martin Jr. — Houston Rockets (2020)SF

BJ Boston — LA Clippers (2021)SG

Ziaire Williams — Memphis Grizzlies (2021)SF

Amari Bailey — Charlotte Hornets (2023)SG

Recent Moves

Last 60 days

OFFER
Josh Lowery
Josh Lowery announced he received an offer from Indiana University.
Oct 8
TRANSFER
Brandon McCoy
Brandon McCoy, who was expected to start on the wing, is no longer with the team, impacting Michigan's perimeter depth and defensive capabilities.
Sep 2
ANNOUNCEMENT
Brandon McCoy
Five-star freshman Brandon McCoy will miss the season with a right ACL injury.
Sep 2
TRANSFER
Brandon McCoy
Brandon McCoy is no longer expected to start on the wing for Michigan due to news that impacts his availability.
Sep 2