
Valpo's Explosive Freshman Scorers Lighting Up the Beacons' Backcourt
In the 2025-26 season, Valparaiso freshman guard Rakim Chaney is averaging 10.3 points, 3.4 rebounds, and 2.8 assists at 39.1% FG (per ESPN), showcasing the versatile scoring burst—25.0 PPG, 7 RPG, 5 APG as Florida Sun Basketball League POY at 212° Sports Academy—that earned him MVC Freshman of the Week nods early on. This 6-3 Rockford native's point-to-wing flexibility, postseason explosion (20-30 point games), and home-state intensity make him a dynamic fit for teams craving multi-tool guards with NBA draft upside in 2029.





