Cody Ruess was a high-IQ, defense-first guard for Drake
In the 2006-07 season, Cody Ruess played in three games for Drake and was best known as a steady, team-oriented guard from Iowa City West, where he led his high school team in assists and steals while earning all-league honors and academic recognition. His calling card was basketball IQ, competitiveness, and two-way value rather than volume scoring, making him the kind of player who can fit a disciplined system and do the little things coaches love. He also came with a strong academic profile and a reputation for reliability.
