7'0" Freshman Forward with Elite Paint Presence and High-Impact Redshirt Potential
Isaiah Medina, a 7'0", 230-lb freshman forward for the DePaul Blue Demons, stands out as a top-75 nationally ranked recruit (On3) who dominated the paint in high school with 9.6 PPG, 6.8 RPG, and 1.3 BPG. Though he redshirted his true freshman season (2025-26) to develop physically, his intensity level is elite—he’s known for keeping teammates like Gibbs in the game during comebacks and owning both ends of the floor. His differentiator isn’t just size; it’s his relentless defensive presence and ability to anchor the team’s scoring return (40.6% from 2024-25). For teams seeking a high-motor, physically imposing forward with redshirt-ready upside, Medina is a perfect fit. Injury history is clean, and his personality traits reflect resilience and team-first leadership.
