Villanova Basketball: Jordann Dumont commits to Wildcats, Kyle Neptune

Jordann Dumont, a 6-foot-8 class of 2023 three-star small forward of Chattanooga (Tenn.) Hamilton Heights has committed to Villanova.

Dumont, a native of Montreal, Canada, is the first player to pledge to new head coach Kyle Neptune. The previous class committed to Jay Wright before he announced his retirement.

Dumont committed to the Wildcats after a weekend official visit over offers from Chattanooga, Hampton, Indiana State, Radford, and others.

Dumont on his commitment to Villanova

“I chose Villanova because as soon as I stepped in the building, I knew it was the perfect place for me,” Dumont said to On3. “I fit their system of play and they have a really good winning culture. It’s also a place where I know I will get better and develop to my full potential.”

What type of player is Villanova getting in Jordann Dumont, in his own words?

“I will be whatever the team needs,” he says. “I can play defense, grab rebounds, score the ball, create for others and myself, and I’m a winner.”

Dumont has a message for ‘Nova fans.

“I’m ready to put on a show. Be ready because next season we’re getting that trophy.”

Scouting Summary

Jordann Dumont carries a natural basketball frame. At 6-8, he has good length and explosion. Dumont moves well, both laterally and vertically, which leads to believe that as he learns the finer nuances of playing defense, there is a lot of upside on that end. He is skilled in the open floor, with the ball in his hands, and can knock down open looks with his feet set. Dumont is tightening his ball-handling in the half-court and is learning reads off the ball. There are a lot of natural tools to work with, and his in-game production is already high. This year is his first playing in the U.S., and college programs are finding out more about him. Tuck away this name and watch closely this summer; there could be a quick rise that happens. – On3’s Jamie Shaw