Arturs Vitins is a rock. At 6'8 and 240lbs, he is an immovable object in the paint. Arturs compares favorably to 2011 Westwind Grad and D1 signee Arnis Libazs. Arturs is a physical back-to-the basket post who is active and will grab every rebound in his vicinity. Arturs can shoot the ball with accuracy out to the ft line extended and the short corner area. He finishes well around the basket with a variety of inside moves, and has excellent hands. Arturs is somewhat athletic and can score with two hands above the rim, but prefers playing physical basketball in the post. Arturs is also an excellent passer out of the post, and creates space well in the lane. He holds his position, and can hold bigger defenders on his back.Arturs Vitins needs to improve his foot speed and his athleticism. He can be slow against posts that face the basket which could lead to foul trouble. Arturs also needs to play around the rim a little better in order to battle with those taller than he is. Arturs needs to learn to handle the ball a little bit better, as at this point, he is not someone you want catching at the wing and driving to the rim. Arturs does, however, know his strengths and weaknesses. He plays to his strengths, and minimizes his weaknesses as all smart players do. Arturs has an extremely high work ethic and is easy to coach. I expect him to improve in these areas as well as his overall game. Expect Arturs to sign with a division 1 school by next spring. Check back to this blog to see updates on Arturs' improvement, interest, and offers.
Highlight Film
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E2Adkm4bi3o
Arturs is currently holds an offer from Ohio Valley University, and has had interest from Seton Hill, NAU, and Montana.
To learn more about Arturs Vitins, please contact me at adam.desautels@westwindacademy.org or by phone at 206.290.0575.
Click the link below to see a highlight film of Arturs.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MCtlRX-WQ8o
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