Louisville Locks in Top Prospect Malachi Moreno after Stellar Showcase.
2025 four-star Malachi Moreno showcased his skills at the recent adidas 3SSB circuit event, delivering a double-double in his opening game and tallying an impressive 30 points and 19 rebounds across two matches. His standout performance has drawn attention from college coaches, particularly highlighting his versatility and strong work ethic as standout qualities.
Among those taking notice is Louisville head coach Pat Kelsey, who wasted no time in making Moreno a top priority. Shortly after Kelsey’s appointment, he extended a scholarship offer to Moreno, emphasizing the significance of his recruitment by mentioning his previous efforts in pursuing Moreno’s older brother while at Winthrop.
For Moreno, this swift and direct approach from Kelsey signals a genuine interest and commitment. “He made a joke, he said, ‘I already went 0-for-1 and I don’t want to go 0-for-2,'” Moreno shared, highlighting Kelsey’s determination to secure him as a key recruit for Louisville’s future.
Ranked as the No. 27 player nationally in the Class of 2025, Moreno’s impressive stats on the court, averaging 16 points and 14 rebounds per game for Great Crossing, have earned him recognition as the No. 3 center and the top player in the Bluegrass State. Despite not receiving an offer from the previous coaching staff at Louisville, Moreno’s talents have garnered interest from multiple programs, with a total of 24 offers and a ranking of No. 33 in the 247Sports Composite Rankings.
Looking ahead, Moreno plans to visit Louisville in the coming months, eager to explore his potential future with the Cardinals and continue his basketball journey at the collegiate level.