2025 Wiz Kids 16u Player Profiles
In 1990, following a successful professional and collegiate basketball career, Clarence “Mugsy” Leggett began his journey to being a community leader. His desire to make a positive impact on children is inspired by his years spent growing up in the education system and playgrounds of New York City. He quickly developed an appreciation for the benefits provided to him through a combination of academics and skills he learned on the basketball court. Understanding the importance of a supportive village and how basketball affects the self-esteem of the inner city youth, Mugsy knew he wanted to be a part of change.
Wiz Kids started as a small basketball recreation program in the Bronx with only volunteers and family members. Being embraced by the local boys and girls, the program expanded to various gymnasiums and courts throughout the Bronx. In 2001, Books B4 Ball Organization/Wiz kids Basketball Program settled in the Northeast part of the Bronx, serving over 550 children annually, focused on ages 5-18, but even extending the reach to adults age from the New York City metro area. In the years to follow, the program has proudly worked with over 1300 students.
All Wiz Kids student athletes are required to meet scholastic and behavioral requirements in school before they can play ball. Study hall, tutoring, mentoring and college and high school tours are a part of the Wiz Kids curriculum. Report cards and progress reports are checked regularly.
The 2025 Wiz Kids 16u team is coached by Shawn Leggett and Vaughn Heyliger. Their roster is as follows.
(Clicking on the player’s name pulls up their profile)
Ahmad Giles (2027) 5’9 point guard, Christ The King High - Giles is a shifty, poised guard with a high basketball IQ and a natural feel for the game. He reads the floor well, makes good decisions, and knows how to control the pace. Offensively, he picks his spots, creates for himself, and consistently finds open teammates.
Andrew Jenkins (2027) 6’4 guard, Thomas Jefferson High - Jenkins has an unselfish game. He plays defense 94 feet very effectively using his long wingspan. On the offensive end, he knocks down shots off the catch and shoot, and he finds teammates for easy baskets.
Carter Prizzi (2027) 6’8 forward, Cold Spring Harbor - Prizzi can score from the outside and inside. He is an excellent shot blocker and rebounder. He is able to finish at the rim and find open shots for his teammates. 3.8 gpa
Chase Robinson (2027) 6’1 guard, Iona Prep - Robinson is blessed with a great sense of timing, agility and a 36 inch vertical leap. He is a left-handed player who excels in attacking the hoop. As a defender, he gets the responsibility of defending the opponent’s best player and hounding him for the full court. He generates offense for his teammates with his aggressive defense and intense play. He is capable of generating intense, tone setting energy.
Damian Mojica (2028) 6’5 small forward, Masters School NY - Mojica is a versatile wing from Yonkers, who has made his mark both as a varsity starter at Horace Mann last season, averaging 16-10-5, and competing with the Wiz Kids. Known for his scoring ability, passing, and rebounding, he’s now transferring to The Masters School and reclassifying to the Class of 2028 to further his development.
Dazon Reid (2027) 6’4 point guard, Huntington Prep (WV) - Reid is an all around player with big upside. He can play positions 1-4. He has a very high IQ and a wingspan of 7 feet. 4.0 gpa
Eshaw Iddi (2027) 6’7 small forward, The Patrick School (NJ) - Iddi is a quick, strong and very athletic forward. He runs the floor well, has great shot creation, and he can defend both bigs and guards. He’s a versatile forward who shoots the ball well and is building a name through highlight-worthy performances.
Jaden Finnikin (2027) 6’5 small forward, Earl Monroe Renaissance High - Finnikin is a versatile forward who can score on all 3 levels. He uses his athleticism and body to finish over defenders at the rim. He also uses his length to guard the ball very well.
Kelly Griffin Jr. (2027) 6’0 guard, Archbishop Molloy High - Griffin is a well-rounded, quick, and athletic point guard with explosiveness. He gets downhill fast and is quick off the dribble, and he has great shot creation. He can run point or play off-of-the-ball. He is also building a name by putting up highlight-worthy performances.
Stephon Cox Jr. (2027) 6’6 small forward, Christ The King High - Cox is a versatile defender who can guard all five positions with ease, using his strength and quickness to shut down opponents. Offensively, he’s a reliable scorer who consistently hits midrange shots and finishes strong at the rim, making him a dynamic two-way player.
Chiaka Sanogo (2027) 6’8 forward, The Patrick School (NJ) - Sanogo is a quick, strong and very athletic forward/center. He runs the floor well, and he can defend guards. He’s a versatile, shoots the ball well and is building a name through highlight-worthy performances.
John Fitzgibbon (2027) 6’3 guard, Brimmer & May School (MA) - Fitzgibbon is a lengthy combo guard who has an amazing feel and a very well-rounded skillset. He can guard positions 1-3 and uses that to his team’s advantage. His best ability is to score the ball from all three levels. He can really stretch the floor was his shooting ability but also get downhill and create for others. 3.6 gpa
Dazo Diallo (2027) 6’8 forward, Winchendon School (NYC) - Diallo has the ability to hold his own in the front court. He is an athletic forward that has the ability to crash the boards to obtain rebounds. He hits midrange jumpers and is able to finish when driving to the basket, has an exceptional playmaking ability and can knock down shots from behind the arch consistently.