Nate Ament: The Intriguing Prospect

Recently named as a 2025 Mcdonald's All-American, at 17 years old, the 6'10 Rwandan-American has been on a meteoric rise this past year. Let's analyze his game and profile.

Nate Ament: The Rwandan-American Prospect Lighting Up the HoopHall Classic

The HoopHall Classic has long been a stage for basketball’s future stars, and this year was no exception. Among the standout talents was Nate Ament, a 6’10 forward with Rwandan roots, who showcased why he’s rapidly ascending as a top-five prospect in the class of 2025. Alongside fellow African diaspora talents like AJ Dybantsa (Republic of Congo) and elite peers such as Darryn Peterson and Cameron Boozer, Ament proved he belongs in the conversation as one of the most intriguing prospects in high school basketball.

In a tightly contested game against Darryn Peterson and Prolific Prep, Ament’s Highland School (Virginia) squad made clutch plays down the stretch to secure a hard-fought victory. While the win was a team effort, Ament’s poise and skill set were on full display, further solidifying his status as a rising star.